Birth Place: Harlem, New York City
André De Shields was honored recently with the 2026 Live Out Loud Legend Award at Live Out Loud’s 25th Anniversary Gala at The Lighthouse, Pier 61 Chelsea Piers. Check out the photos here!
THE WAITING, a new musical exploring grief through folk melodies and poetry, will be staged at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts as part of the ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Workshop.
On March 7, 2026, Girls Inc. of NYC hosted its Junior Board and Ambassador Network Annual Soirée, Her Canvas: Empowering the Strong, Smart, & Bold, at Mriya Gallery. Check out photos here!
Violinist Dr. Edward W. Hardy performed his SUBWAY SERIES at Grand Central Terminal in New York City, presenting a series of solo violin concerts for the public. The performances took place on March 14, 15, and 27, drawing passersby into an immersive musical experience within the station. Check out photos of the event.
Violinist Edward W. Hardy performed a diverse set including works by Ariana Grande and Queen during his Subway Series at Grand Central Terminal. The event took place on March 14-15. Check out the video here!
The Girls Inc. of NYC Junior Board and Ambassador Network will host their annual soirée at Mriya Gallery, featuring a solo pop violin performance by Dr. Edward W. Hardy.
On Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., The New Jersey Performing Arts Center will celebrate one of Broadway's most influential composers with A Wicked Evening with the Wizard: Stephen Schwartz & Friends with Pops Orchestra.
Carnegie Hall will present the American Composers Orchestra in HELLO, AMERICA: LETTERS TO US, FROM US, a musical tribute to America's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The event features world premieres by notable composers and performances by acclaimed artists.
The American Composers Orchestra will present an evening of honors and top-tier performances during its fourth annual Gala and Creative Catalyst Awards. Learn more!
“From Broadway to Hollywood,” a concert celebrating iconic stage and screen scores, will be presented by Westport Country Playhouse for four performances. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Join acclaimed violinist and composer Dr. Edward W. Hardy for a genre-defying solo performance before each evening of MEMNON, The Classical Theatre of Harlem's powerful new production in Marcus Garvey Park. Learn more!
Drs. Edward W. Hardy (violin) and Nnenna Ogwo (piano) join forces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art for a special edition of Date Night at The Met, presented by The Met and ETHEL, in association with Juneteenth Legacy Project.
The Unsung Collective and the New York Philharmonic will present Simon's Songs of Separation and Brahms' Requiem, which explore intimacy, longing, and the powerful role of women. Learn more!
Carnegie Hall will present the American Composers Orchestra in Hello, America: Transatlantic, led by Tito Muñoz in Zankel Hall in March. Learn more about the upcoming performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Celebrate the holiday season with Times Square Church at the Mark Hellinger Theatre for Christmas on Broadway, a spectacular event filled with music, drama, and inspiration. Learn how to attend.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater‘s 2024-25 season celebrating the life and legacy of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison kicks off on Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm with a star-studded Opening Night Gala.
The Board of Trustees of Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation has announced that Alicia Graf Mack has been appointed Artistic Director of AILEY. Learn more about Mack here!
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicks off its five-week holiday season on Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm with a star-studded Opening Night Gala, including a performance at New York City Center and party at Ziegfeld Ballroom. Check out all of the details here!
The Minority Corporate Counsel Association announced its 2024 Gala at The Met, featuring a performance by acclaimed violinist Dr. Edward W. Hardy, celebrating diversity in the legal profession.
On Sunday, July 21, violinist Dr. Edward W. Hardy, soprano Brandie Inez Sutton, baritone Phillip Bullock, tenor Robert Mack, and pianist Kyle P. Walker gave a phenomenal concert at the fifteenth annual Pocono Mountains Music Festival (PMMF) at the Skytop Lodge's Evergreen Ballroom. See photos from the event!
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