Erykah Badu News

The Ensemble Theatre's Act One Young Professionals celebrate National Poetry Month with their 3rd Annual Poetry Event entitled: Drama-try[Tree]: A Dramatic Night of Poetry, Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the theatre's Performance Centre space.

Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas, Boosey & Hawkes, the New World Symphony, and the San Francisco Symphony today announced composer Ted Hearne as the third annual New Voices composer. A recipient of the Gaudeamus Prize; ASCAP's Leonard Bernstein Award and Morton Gould Award; fellowships from the Barlow Endowment, the Fromm Music Foundation, and the American Academy of Arts and Letters; and two residencies at the MacDowell Colony, Ted Hearne has captured the attention of the classical, pop, and rock worlds. His collaborations with ensembles such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Brooklyn Philharmonic, and the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE), and artists like Erykah Badu have earned him praise from musicians and critics. Also a singer, Hearne has been called a 'vocal hellion' by Time Out Chicago, and The Los Angeles Times has said, 'No single artist embodies the post-genre Brooklyn scene, but Hearne may be its most zealous auteur.'

According to Variety, Isaiah Washington will appear in a single episode of Shonda Rhimes' long-running medical drama, which will focus on the departure of Sandra Oh's character Cristina Yang.

Rapper Common (formerly known as Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr.) may be heading to the Broadway stage as boxer Jack Jefferson in Howard Sackler's play 'The Great White Hope.'

Genre-defying singing sensation Bilal performs an intimate concert at the Harlem Stage Gatehouse tonight, February 21, backed by musical powerhouse the Revive Big Band. Fans of the eclectic, Grammy-nominated artist - known for solo hits 'Soul Sista' and 'Fast Lane,' and for collaborations with The Roots, Erykah Badu, Beyonce and Common - will see a different side of the singer at this performance.

Genre-defying singing sensation Bilal performs an intimate concert at the Harlem Stage Gatehouse on February 21, backed by musical powerhouse the Revive Big Band. Fans of the eclectic, Grammy-nominated artist - known for solo hits "Soul Sista" and "Fast Lane," and for collaborations with The Roots, Erykah Badu, Beyonce and Common - will see a different side of the singer at this performance. Bilal constantly pushes the boundaries of music with a repertoire that spans soul, jazz, hip hop, rock, blues, electronic and more; this show highlights his classical musical training and deep connection to diverse music, with big-band-style arrangements of his hits alongside imaginative covers and rarely heard tunes.

Yoshi's San Francisco announces updated calendar for club and restaurant through February 9, plus new shows through April 2014.

The nominees for THE 45TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS were announced today during a live press conference at the TV One presentation to the Television Critics Association during its Winter 2014 Press Tour in Pasadena, CA. David Oyelowo ('Lee Daniels' 'The Butler'), Joe Morton (ABC's 'Scandal'), Keke Palmer (VH1's 'CrazySexyCool'), Bresha Webb (TV One's 'Love That Girl') and Gina Torres (USA's 'Suits') announced the categories and nominees with NAACP Image Awards Committee Chairman, Leonard James and President and CEO of TV One, Alfred Liggins.

Ring in the New Year with hits from legendary musicians Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder… performed a capella. On Sunday, January 5 at 3:00 pm, two of the hottest acts in New York's remarkably resurgent a cappella music scene, m-pact and Duwende will perform I Wish… For All Time: Celebrating the Genius of Michael Jackson & Stevie Wonder at The Granada Theatre. These amazing reinterpretations of the classic Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson songbooks are accomplished with only the voices on stage - not a single string, keyboard, wind instrument, or drumstick. This truly unique performance is presented by the Granada Theatre Concert Series, sponsored by Lexus, Montecito Bank & Trust, and the Santa Barbara Independent.

The Dallas Opera, inspired by the incredible success of FIRST NIGHT festivities that mark the opening of each new season, is delighted to introduce an extraordinary spin-off: The FIRST SIGHT Fashion Show and Luncheon featuring the work of five outstanding and internationally renowned Dallas-based designers with their breathtaking interpretations of the operas that will take centerstage next season in addition to sumptuous fashions by ESCADA, an international brand synonymous with the highest quality and luxury. This celebration of great opera and fabulous fashion will take place today, October 24, 2013 in the acclaimed Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, presented by J.P. Morgan.

According to the UK Guardian, 27 year old Charlotte Church has sounded off at the Radio Academy Festival this week, sharing her opinions on the latest round of controversial photos, videos and comments by Miley Cyrus, Sinead O'Connor, Rihanna and more...

Alison Crockett Quartet will perform Friday, October 11 & Saturday, October 12 with 8pm & 10pm sets. Featuring: John Lampkin, Drums Zac Pride, Bass Andrew Adair, Piano (Fri.), Mark Meadows, piano (Sat.).

Billboard.com reports that Jennifer Hudson, Tamar Braxton and Smokey Robinson will be among the performers of the 2013 Soul Train Awards.

Fresh off a 'tweet' heard around the world from the enigmatic PRINCE @3rdeyegirl who gave a simple directive to 'DON'T WORRY…JUST CLICK' and watch the impactful video for HIATUS KAIYOTE's adored record 'Nakamarra

On last night's “The Arsenio Hall Show,” host Arsenio Hall welcomed Emmy-winning actress and “Mad Men” star, Julia Ormond; comedian and star of the new series, “Sleepy Hollow,” Orlando Jones; and a performance of 'Crime' by soul singer, Mayer Hawthorne. Check out the appearance below!

Music superstar Usher has been announced as one of the headlining acts for the highly anticipated 4th Annual Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival.

The 2013 'MTV Video Music Awards' erupted with an explosion of musical firsts and epic moments from the Barclays Center, as the first award show to be broadcast live from Brooklyn.

With shocking performances by Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Kanye West, and the reunion of *N'sync, this year's VMAs were one of the most explosive in history.

Robin Thicke is doing what he can to make sure he earns the fans votes for this year's MTV Video Music Awards. He will be performing a free show tonight, August 23rd at Terminal 5 in NYC to benefit the HIV/Aids foundation Lifebeat. It will be a part of a series of VMA shows that lead up to the award show itself on August 25th, live in Brooklyn at the Barclays Center.

Bad Boy/Wondaland/Atlantic recording artist Janelle Monáe has announced plans for her upcoming North American headline tour. The dates which celebrate the acclaimed artist's eagerly anticipated new album, 'THE ELECTRIC LADY' get underway October 13th at Philadelphia's Electric Factory and then continue through late November (see below itinerary). Additional dates extending into 2014 will be announced soon. Ticket sales begin at most venues on Friday, August 23rd please check local listings.