Chris Botti to Return to Pacific Symphony, 5/13
by Matt Smith
- Apr 20, 2016
Orange County, Calif.—April 19, 2016—The world's most popular trumpeter—
Chris Botti—returns to Pacific Symphony for a concert overflowing with his astute mastery, as he effortlessly crosses the boundaries of jazz, classical, rock and pop. With polished charm and mesmerizing trumpeting skills, the talented musician/composer takes well-known pop ballads and transforms them into a soulful mix of grace, warmth and beautiful tones. Returning by popular demand for an all-new show, Botti makes his fourth Pacific Symphony appearance for a night of heart-melting, expressive music, backed by the lush sounds of the orchestra. Officially the best-selling instrumental artist in America, Botti performs worldwide, has received multiple Gold, Platinum and Grammy Awards and sold more than four million copies of his albums, including his latest Grammy-winning “Impressions.”
BWW Review: SuperMAS Leaps Tall Buildings
by Jeffrey Ellis
- Apr 20, 2016
Oh, for the love of God, we get it, we get it: The superwomen – who might best be described as the superheroines of Nashville's theaterati and assorted non-stagey types – of SuperMAS love each other, admire each other's mad musical theater skills and get along as well as a bunch of Canadians trying to out-courteous one another! But just imagine how much fun it would be if the quintet of superior performers could somehow show us the seamy underbelly of their interactions and artistic collaborations, exposing us to the histrionics of the Real Housewives reality of their relationships…complete with overturned tables, repeated air kisses and trips to faraway lands where they redefine the term “ugly Americans.”
Eagle Rock Entertainment to Release 'The Frank Sinatra Collection' in May
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 19, 2016
Continuing the worldwide centennial celebration for legendary entertainer Frank Sinatra, on May 27, 2016, Eagle Rock Entertainment will release a suite of four titles in 'The Frank Sinatra Collection'. On license from Frank Sinatra Enterprises (FSE), the definitive collection pulls together some of the finest performances on television and in concert from the greatest entertainer of the 20(th) century.
Photo Coverage: Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch Begin Residency at Carlyle Hotel's Bemelmans Bar
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Apr 18, 2016
The Carlyle, a Rosewood Hotel, will welcome Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch to Bemelmans Bar for a Sunday night residency throughout the spring 2016 season. Featuring top artists from the worlds of jazz, cabaret and Broadway alongside special unannounced guests, Sunday nights at Bemelmans Bar have become a favorite spot for a wide range of performing musicians across the city. Additionally, the classic watering hole has drawn crowds consisting of socialites, politicians, movie stars and moguls for more than five decades.
BWW Interviews: Marie Osmond and her latest album, MUSIC IS MEDICINE
by Kathy Strain
- Apr 15, 2016
When people hear the name Marie Osmond, they conjure up visions of a squeaky clean lifestyle and big teeth. But, when you look beyond the superficial aspect, you see someone who has spent her entire life in show business rubbing elbows with such greats as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson and Lucille Ball. In recording her new album Osmond stated on her website, marieosmond.com, “I'm singing, with all my heart and soul. That's why this album is so special for me; each song has its own story and its own personal meaning. I hope you will find your connection and meaning in each song as well.”
STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 4/14/16- GUYS AND DOLLS
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 14, 2016
Today in 1992, the second Broadway revival of Guys and Dolls opened at the Martin Beck Theatre (now the Al Hirschfeld Theatre), where it ran for 1143 performances. Guys and Dolls is a musical with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. It is based on 'The Idyll of Miss Sarah Brown' and 'Blood Pressure', two short stories by Damon Runyon, and also borrows characters and plot elements from other Runyon stories, most notably 'Pick the Winner'. Premiering on Broadway in 1950, the original production ran for 1200 performances and won the Tony Award for Best Musical. The musical has had several Broadway and London revivals, as well as a 1955 film adaptation starring Marlon Brando, Jean Simmons, Frank Sinatra and Vivian Blaine.
Frankie Valli to Return to Playhouse Square, 4/30-5/1
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 12, 2016
With his three-and-a-half-octave vocal range, over 100 million records sold and a multi-decade career (including a four-time, Tony-winning Jersey Boys biographical Broadway musical and feature film), the iconic Frankie Valli, along with The Four Seasons, demonstrate why they are still the hottest ticket in town. Because their past five Playhouse Square shows have been sellouts, the Rock Hall of Fame inductees have added a performance this year, playing the Connor Palace Sat., April 30 & Sun. May 1, both at 7:30 pm.
Applications for 2016 Fred Ebb Award Now Available
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 12, 2016
The Fred Ebb Foundation, in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company, will present the twelfth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters. Applications for the award, named in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred Ebb, will be accepted from June 1- 30, 2016. The winner will be selected in November of 2016. Eligibility criteria and Application forms can be found at the foundations website: www.fredebbfoundation.org.
HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN Extends Into May at Royal George Theatre
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 11, 2016
With its continuing success both nationwide and here in Chicago, the smash hit Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin is extending its return to the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted St. Chicago, until Sunday, May 22, 2016. The Chicago presentation will immediately be followed by a special One-Night-Only New York Presentation at The Town Hall on June 6, 2016, broadcast internationally by the WFMT Radio Network with the entire Berlin family in attendance.
Tony Bennett to Perform at the Fox Theatre, 8/12
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 11, 2016
Olympia Entertainment announces a one night performance by Tony Bennett, the 18 time Grammy Award-winning musician whose music spans over six decades, at the Fox Theatre on Friday, August 12 at 8 p.m.
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