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Resonance Records to Release Tommy Flanagan/Jaki Byard Duet Album, 4/9
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 18, 2013

Two titans of jazz piano are captured in flight on the new Resonance Records album, 'Tommy Flanagan/Jaki Byard: The Magic of 2.' Scheduled for April 9 release as a CD with 24-page booklet, a digital download with digital booklet, and a deluxe limited edition 2-LP set, 'The Magic of 2' presents a 1980 concert recorded at San Francisco's celebrated Keystone Korner and the second entry in Resonance's Keystone Discoveries series.

Broadway Legend Donna McKechnie Comes to Centenary Stage, 3/16
by Samantha Vega - Feb 14, 2013

Audiences will not want to miss this one-woman theatre extravaganza from legendary Broadway star, Donna McKechnie. Centenary Stage Company is proud to welcome this true triple threat performer to present her one woman cabaret show, My Musical Comedy Life on Saturday March 16th at 8 p.m.

Donna McKechnie to Bring MY MUSICAL COMEDY LIFE to Centenary Stage, 3/16
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2013

Audiences will not want to miss this one-woman theatre extravaganza from legendary Broadway star, Donna McKechnie. Centenary Stage Company will welcome this true triple threat performer to present her one woman cabaret show, My Musical Comedy Life on Saturday March 16th at 8 p.m.

BWW Reviews: ROCK THE BALLET Admiralspalast, Berlin
by Marcel Konrath - Feb 10, 2013

Es war der legendare Fred Astaire, der folgenden Satz pragte: 'Tanz ist ein Telegramm an die Erde mit der Bitte um Aufhebung der Schwerkraft.' Die Bad Boys des Tanzes unter der Leitung und Choreografie von Rasta Thomas gastierten im Admiralspalast Berlin mit ihrer mitreißenden Show 'Rock the Ballet'. DIe Schwerkraft wird an diesem Abend gleich mehrere Male aufgehoben, denn dass was das hochkaratigem siebenkopfige Ensemble bietet ist schlichtweg atemberaubend.

Dance Immersion Presents TRIBUTE: A MOVING HISTORY OF CANADIAN BLACKS IN DANCE, 2/1-2
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2013

Vivine Scarlett, Program Director/Founder of dance Immersion, proudly announces the company's eighteenth annual Showcase Presentation, TRIBUTE: A Moving History of Canadian Blacks in Dance. This landmark, multi-media event launches Black History Month with two performances running tonight, February 1 and Saturday, February 2 at 8pm at Fleck Dance Theatre as part of Harbourfront Centre's NextSteps.

ONCE Film to be Featured on Reel13's Indie Series
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 29, 2013

A couple's road trip transforms their relationship. A country bumpkin leaves the family farm for the peacetime Air Force, much to the dismay of his new sergeant. A missionary and his bride travel to Hawaii to spread their Christian beliefs. An American dancer goes to London and falls in love. Stories of relationships and travel make up Reel13's featured classics in February.

92Y's Lyrics & Lyricists to Continue with GIVE ME FEVER: THE MANY VOICES OF PEGGY LEE, 2/23-25
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2013

On February 23, 24 and 25 Lyrics & Lyricists tours Miss Peggy Lee's hip musical landscape with guest artistic director Billy Stritch and vocalists Barbara Fasano, La Tanya Hall and Gabrielle Stravelli. Cabaret legend Marilyn Maye, who frequently includes Peggy Lee classics in her shows, joins the show as a special guest.

The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre Upcoming Lineup Announced
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 15, 2013

The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre, sponsored by Peconic Landing continues with classic films this winter and spring. All films start at 8 pm. Tickets are $7 at the door and include a small box of popcorn. For the $28 prix-fixe 'Dinner and a Movie' package, call Page at 63 Main (631-725-1810), IL Capuccino (631-725-2747) or Sen (631-725-1774). Beginning February 15, the dinner package will be available at Dockside (631-725-7100). Cost does not include sales tax, beverage or gratuities.

Singer/Pianist Extraordinaire Steve Ross Makes a Rare LA Appearance at Vitello's
by Don Grigware - Jan 14, 2013

On Saturday January 12 and Sunday January 13 internationally renowned Cabaret pianist/singer Steve Ross, who has been called the 'Crown Prince of Cabaret', brought one of his many evenings of song The Music of Fred Astaire called Puttin' On the Ritz to Vitello's Upstairs in Studio City. Ross began his career, some forty years ago, primarily as a pianist, at Ted Hook's Backstage in New York. With no singing experience, he thrust himself into the spotlight singing at the piano, developing his unmatched, uncanny style of song and repartee... and the rest is history.

Steve Ross Brings PUTTIN' ON THE RITZ to Vitello's Jazz and Supper Club in LA, 1/12 & 13
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2013

Legendary Manhattan based singer/pianist Steve Ross brings his critically acclaimed Puttin' on the Ritz... The Music of Fred Astaire to Vitello's Upstairs Jazz and Supper Club located in the trendy Tujunga Village of Studio City, CA for two performances only: today, January 12; and Sunday, January 13, 2013.

Dance Immersion to Present TRIBUTE: A MOVING HISTORY OF CANADIAN BLACKS IN DANCE, 2/1-2
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2013

Vivine Scarlett, Program Director/Founder of dance Immersion, proudly announces the company's eighteenth annual Showcase Presentation, TRIBUTE: A Moving History of Canadian Blacks in Dance. This landmark, multi-media event launches Black History Month with two performances running Friday, February 1 and Saturday, February 2 at 8pm at Fleck Dance Theatre as part of Harbourfront Centre's NextSteps.

Kristen Beth Williams, Alex Gaumond and More Join Gavin Lee in TOP HAT; Booking Extended Through April
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 7, 2013

From 5 February 2013, joining the previously announced Gavin Lee who will play Jerry Travers in the West End hit musical Top Hat are Broadway actress Kristen Beth Williams as Dale Tremont, Olivier award nominee Alex Gaumond as Alberto Beddini and Clive Hayward as Horace Hardwick. Vivien Parry continues as Madge Hardwick and Stephen Boswell as Horace's valet Bates.

Photo Flash: First Look at Gavin Lee, Kristen Beth Williams and More in West End's TOP HAT
by BWW News Desk - Jan 7, 2013

From 5 February 2013, joining the previously announced Gavin Lee who will play Jerry Travers in the West End hit musical Top Hat are Broadway actress Kristen Beth Williams as Dale Tremont, Olivier award nominee Alex Gaumond as Alberto Beddini and Clive Hayward as Horace Hardwick. Vivien Parry continues as Madge Hardwick and Stephen Boswell as Horace's valet Bates.

New Year's Day and My Fair Lady Minus Hanya Holm
by Barnett Serchuk - Jan 4, 2013

New Year's Day afforded me the opportunity to watch four hit Broadway musicals that had been adapted for the screen: My Fair Lady, Camelot, Funny Girl and Hello Dolly. My Fair Lady and Camelot had a number of things in common: same director, lyricist, composer, leading lady, supporting male actor and, most important for me, the same choreographer: Hanya Holm, the modern dancer from Dresden who came to the United states to open a school and stayed for the rest of her life, dying at the age of 99!.

SMASH's Leslie Odom, Jr. to Make Cabaret Debut at Indy's Columbia Club, 1/22 & 23
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2013

One of stage and screen's brightest young stars shines in his cabaret debut. Leslie's show features songs from his roles on Broadway (Rent, Leap of Faith,) the hit NBC musical drama Smash, along with songs by his idols including Marvin Gaye and Michael Jackson. Armed with a voice that scintillates with subtle power and brilliant clarity, Leslie is worthy of the spotlight.

Video: Aaron Tveit Sings 'Red & Black' From LES MISERABLES
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 24, 2012

Aaron Tveit will soon be seen in the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of LES MISERABLES in the role of Enjolras, the leader of a student revolt. To check out a new clip of the talented actor singing a rousing rendition of "Red and Black" from the film, click here!

The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre Announces Winter/Spring 2013 Lineup
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 21, 2012

The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre has announced announce that Peconic Landing is sponsoring its long-running, classic Picture Show Series for the 2013 Season.

WHAT'S MY LINE, I'VE GOT A SECRET Air on GSN, Beginning Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 17, 2012

GSN has announced the two-week return of 'Late Night Black and White,' a showcase of fan-favorite classic games. Weekdays from tonight, December 17th - 28th, GSN will add two of TV's most popular panel shows to its lineup with the broadcast of 'What's My Line?' at 2:00 am ET and 'I've Got A Secret' at 2:30 am ET.

WHAT'S MY LINE, I'VE GOT A SECRET to Air on GSN, Beg. 12/17
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 14, 2012

GSN has announced the two-week return of "Late Night Black and White," a showcase of fan-favorite classic games. Weekdays from December 17th - 28th, GSN will add two of TV's most popular panel shows to its lineup with the broadcast of "What's My Line?" at 2:00 am ET and "I've Got A Secret" at 2:30 am ET.

Steve Ross Brings PUTTIN' ON THE RITZ to Vitello's Jazz and Supper Club in LA, 1/12 & 13
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2012

Legendary Manhattan based singer/pianist Steve Ross brings his critically acclaimed Puttin' on the Ritz... The Music of Fred Astaire to Vitello's Upstairs Jazz and Supper Club located in the trendy Tujunga Village of Studio City, CA for two performances only: Saturday, January 12; and Sunday, January 13, 2013.

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