Frank Sinatra News

Christian McBride performed with fellow GRAMMY winning artist Billie Eilish this weekend on Saturday Night Live. McBride brought his bass performance skills to the Studio 8H stage supporting Eilish on performances of her hit from the Barbie film soundtrack “What Was I Made For?” and the holiday classic “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.”

The Prince is giving a ball! Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella is nearing the end of its run at Sierra Repertory Theatre (SRT) in Sonora, and you don’t want to miss the party. Slightly different than its Disney counterpart, this Cinderella is the sophisticated sister. Full of humor, social causes, and beautiful gowns, it has everything needed to entertain the whole family. BroadwayWorld spoke to Christopher Michael, who plays endearing revolutionary Jean Michel, about Cinderella, Sierra Rep, and which coast is the best coast.

Smuin Contemporary Ballet will celebrate its 30th anniversary season with Smuin’s Annual Gala, hosted by co-chairs John Konstin and Lee D. Baxter along with Smuin’s Board of Trustees and Friends of Smuin host committee.

Motown, Broadway, concert and multi-Grammy-nominated recording star Freda Payne will present her nationally acclaimed musical show, A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, for one-night only Friday, February 16 at 8 p.m. at Marin Center's Showcase Theatre.

TuneIn offers listeners a festive holiday soundtrack with eight new and free stations featuring holiday hits from various genres and star-studded programming. Celebrate the season with Mariah Carey, Bing Crosby, Garth Brooks, and more.

A selection of new shows are to go on sale at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre including Reginald Rose's gripping courtroom thriller TWELVE ANGRY MEN and winner of the 2023 Writers' Guild Award for Best Play, WONDER BOY.

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

 Actors Theatre of Indiana has announced that jazz vocalist and actor Wayne Powers will be a special guest for ATI’s CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS. Powers promises two unforgettable performances as he and his jazz trio join ATI on December 13 and 14 at the Studio Theatre in Carmel.

All who attended the “Jolly Sinatra Birthday and Holiday Giving Event!” on Sunday, December 10, 2023, overlooking the lovely marina in Avon-By-The-Sea, New Jersey, were wowed by the fascinating lecture given by Sinatra Scholar Charles L. “Chuck” Granata,  who relayed stories and personal insights about the ever popular musical icon, Frank Sinatra.

JULIEN'S AUCTIONS has announced the results of 'THE COLLECTION OF DUSTY HILL OF ZZ TOP' auction. Over 1,000 lots from the estate of Dusty Hill were sold, surpassing the high estimate. Learn more about the auction here!

As households around the country begin to plan their festive feasts, the delightful Mill at Sonning in Berkshire already has theirs well in hand.

NJPAC celebrates the songs of Peggy Lee & Frank Sinatra in a New Jersey celebration of iconic music. Don't miss this unforgettable event!

On December 4, vocalist Ben Jones performed a thrilling celebration of Frank Sinatra in Let Me Be Frank at Birdland in NYC. Check out photos!

Ana Gasteyer’s hilarious impersonations of everyone from Martha Stewart, Hillary Rodham Clinton, and Jane Fonda to music icons Madonna and Celine Dion, not to mention her memorable characters, such as middle-school music teacher Bobbie Moughlan-Culp, made her a break-out star during her six years on “Saturday Night Live.”

Made famous by Judy Garland in 1944 in the film Meet Me in St. Louis, “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” is a holiday playlist staple which has also been covered by the likes of crooners Frank Sinatra and Michael Bublé. Now, Gang of Youths add their name to the list of legends who will soundtrack your festive season. 

Betty Boop is making her stage debut...and thanks to Jasmine Amy Rogers in the role, she’s making a real star turn. I truly didn’t know what to expect when BOOP! THE MUSICAL was announced. How would a cartoon character featured primarily in animated shorts from 1930-1939 make her way into a 2023 musical? The answer ends up being a conventionally plotted, enjoyable visual wonder with some classic big musical numbers. BOOP! THE MUSICAL brings the bops and good vibes.

Actress and comedy icon Jane Curtin has joined a century-old tradition by being honored by a capacity crowd at The Players, New York's landmark members club for artists and arts lovers. See photos!

Westmore's illustrious career spans over five decades and has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. From the breathtaking beauty of Elizabeth Taylor to the bloody Rocky series, to the Romulans in Star Trek, Westmore's artistry has captivated audiences and set the standard for make-up and hair styling in film and television.

Performing to a record-breaking crowd at Sydney's Sports Ground and telecast live to the largest viewer audience in Australian history, Neil Diamond's explosive performance in March of 1976 electrified and mesmerized an entire nation for one amazing night with nearly three hours of phenomenal showmanship and entertainment.

Born one long ago December, this music star of stars has had a lasting impact all these years. Follow the clues about other notables born in this month and figure out who gets this month's birthday applause.