Edwin Hawkins News

The Colony Theatre has announced that the final production of its historic 40thAnniversary season, the critically-acclaimed, smash-hit, Los Angeles Premiere of WORDS BY IRA GERSHWIN A Musical Play by Joseph Vass, directed by David Ellenstein, Musical Director Kevin Toney, Musical Arranger Joseph Vass will be EXTENDING through SUNDAY, MAY 24 at the Colony Theatre, 555 N. Third Street in Burbank.

The Colony Theatre is thrilled to present the final production of its historic 40th Anniversary season, the Los Angeles Premiere of WORDS BY IRA GERSHWIN A Musical Play by Joseph Vass, directed by David Ellenstein, Musical Director Kevin Toney, Musical Arranger Joseph Vass. WORDS BY IRA GERSHWIN will preview today, April 15; Thursday, April 16; and Friday, April 17 at 8:00pm. It will open on Saturday, April 18 at 8:00pm and continue through Sunday, May 17.

The Colony Theatre is thrilled to present the final production of its historic 40th Anniversary season, the Los Angeles Premiere of WORDS BY IRA GERSHWIN A Musical Play by Joseph Vass, directed by David Ellenstein, Musical Director Kevin Toney, Musical Arranger Joseph Vass. WORDS BY IRA GERSHWIN will preview on Wednesday, April 15; Thursday, April 16; and Friday, April 17 at 8:00pm. It will open on Saturday, April 18 at 8:00pm and continue through Sunday, May 17.

The Kimmel Center has announced the return of A Soulful Christmas, an inspiring, uplifting communal gathering of regional choristers, entitled The Philadelphia Heritage Chorale, who will perform holiday spirituals and gospel favorites in Verizon Hall tonight, December 16, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.

Whether you're from the Greater Philadelphia area or visiting from far away, the Kimmel Center is your home for the holidays! The Kimmel Center has expanded their holiday offerings with over 80 activities, ticketed events, and a month-long celebration of the season!

The Kimmel Center has announced the return of A Soulful Christmas, an inspiring, uplifting communal gathering of regional choristers, entitled The Philadelphia Heritage Chorale, who will perform holiday spirituals and gospel favorites in Verizon Hall on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Special guest Grammy© Award winner, Edwin Hawkins, will perform his super-hit “Oh Happy Day,” and Christmas classic, “The First Noel.” Hawkins will be honored with a lifetime achievement award on stage presented by Councilwoman Marian B. Tasco.

Las Vegas headliners and Australian singing sensations Human Nature were part of musical history last night, Tuesday, June 10, as they took the stage during The Apollo Theater's Spring Gala, which celebrated 80 years of iconic performers and legendary performances. Departing from its tradition of inducting legends into the Apollo Hall of Fame, this year's Gala celebrated the eight decades of artistic brilliance that have been presented on the Apollo stage since 1934. Human Nature represented the Motown era during the star studded event, performing a 15-minute hit bound set featuring tracks such as “My Girl”, “Ooh Baby Baby” and “Ain't No Mountain High Enough.” The event was hosted by Emmy Award-winning and Grammy nominated entertainer Wayne Brady.

Grammy Award and Stellar Award winning Gospel superstar, songwriter and producer Donald Lawrence kicked off his star-studded live recording in Chicago on Tuesday, June 18th to celebrate 20 successful years in the music industry. Lawrence's live album recording for his much-anticipated 20th anniversary album brought together legendary artists, with outstanding performances from Lawrence and his backing ensemble The Co., CCM star Natalie Grant, the legendary Karen Clark-Sheard, Kierra Sheard, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Coko (of SWV), DTP Records' soul singer Rudy Currence, Faith Evans, Lalah Hathaway, Kelly Price, Ted & Sheri, Bishop Hezekiah Walker, and a special dance performance from Laurieann Gibson. Among Lawrence's friends and fans taking in the unforgettable night of celebration were award-winning artists Michelle Williams, Richard Smallwood, Edwin Hawkins, Darwin Hobbs, DeWayne Woods, and Jonathan Nelson.

The Suncoast Showroom announced it has added two shows to its December calendar -- a high-energy Tribute to Sir Elton John & Billy Joel tonight, December 8, and the soulful sounds of the holidays with the Las Vegas 10 Tenors on December 17.

The Suncoast Showroom announced it has added two shows to its December calendar -- a high-energy Tribute to Sir Elton John & Billy Joel on December 8, and the soulful sounds of the holidays with the Las Vegas 10 Tenors on December 17.

Fourth Annual RRAZZiversary Gala Celebration has been set for Wednesday March 21st at 8 p.m and will feature Kelly Park as musical director and a special guest host who will be announced at a later date.

Fourth Annual RRAZZiversary Gala Celebration has been set for Wednesday March 21st at 8 p.m and will feature Kelly Park as musical director and a special guest host who will be announced at a later date.

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A trailblazing force behind the evolution of the contemporary gospel sound, Edwin Hawkins remains best known for his 1969 classic 'Oh Happy Day,' one of the biggest gospel hits of all time and a major pop radio smash as well.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub, offers the finest in world-class Classic Soul, R&B, Traditional Pop, Jazz, Comedy, Revue and Cabaret entertainment.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub, offers the finest in world-class Classic Soul, R&B, Traditional Pop, Jazz, Comedy, Revue and Cabaret entertainment.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub, offers the finest in world-class Classic Soul, R&B, Traditional Pop, Jazz, Comedy, Revue and Cabaret entertainment.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub, offers world-class Classic Soul, R&B, Traditional Pop, Jazz, Comedy, Revue and Cabaret entertainment.