Hank Williams News

The Coachella Valley's premiere theatrical venue, The McCallum Theatre, has added an exciting new array of offerings to its' already jam-packed upcoming seaon. Comedy, jazz, world music, country royalty, pop icons and first ladies of American song have been added to the roster of McCallum Theatre's 2013-2014 season. 'We are always looking to add performances with the broadest appeal to Valley audiences,' said Mitch Gershenfeld, President & CEO of the McCallum. 'We are pleased that several terrific shows became available after our subscription brochure went to press and delighted to add them to what is already an exciting and diverse season of world-class entertainment.'

Singing legend Tony Bennett returns to the Hollywood Bowl stage for the first time since 2005, in a special one-night-only performance, tonight, August 2, at 8 pm.

After a passionate reception from critics and audiences, the world premiere of Neurosis: A New Musical has announced a one-week extension at the Merry-Go-Round Downtown, part of the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival. The show stars Broadway veterans Joseph Medeiros (Wicked, Grease, White Christmas) and Joanne Baum (Bells Are Ringing. Click below to watch the trailer and commercial for the show!

After a passionate reception from critics and audiences, the world premiere of Neurosis: A New Musical has announced a one-week extension at the Merry-Go-Round Downtown, part of the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival. The show stars Broadway veterans Joseph Medeiros (Wicked, Grease, White Christmas) and Joanne Baum (Bells Are Ringing. Scroll down for a first look at the cast in action!

After a passionate reception from critics and audiences, the world premiere of Neurosis: A New Musical has announced a one-week extension at the Merry-Go-Round Downtown, part of the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival. The show stars Broadway veterans Joseph Medeiros (Wicked, Grease, White Christmas) and Joanne Baum (Bells Are Ringing.

Singing legend Tony Bennett returns to the Hollywood Bowl stage for the first time since 2005, in a special one-night-only performance, Friday, August 2, at 8 pm.

Starting The Crazy Coqs' very exciting September schedule is the highly acclaimed Barb Jungr, who returns after a sell out week earlier this year with her new show HERE COMES THE NIGHT (September 3 - 7), followed by one of the country's leading musical stars Dave Willetts, in his show AN EVENING WITH DAVE WILLETTS (September 10 - 12). Making their debut at Crazy Coqs are the unmissable, unique piano duo Worbey and Farrell (September 13 & 14). The wonderfully talented theatre, TV and film actress Celia Imrie performs her debut cabaret show LAUGHING MATTERS (September 17 - 21) and also returning are Kit & McConnel with their new show SECOND MARRIAGE (September 24 - 28).

Hershey Theatre will welcome Tony Bennett, the 17 time Grammy Award-winning musician. He'll delight fans tonight, July 27 at 8:00 p.m.

Six-time Emmy nominee George Wendt, nationally recognized theater, television and movie actor, will appear as Pap in the upcoming production of "Hank Williams: Lost Highway," opening at The Merry-Go-Round Playhouse as part of the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival on Sept. 18 in Auburn, N.Y.

Tomorrow marks an exciting landmark for Million Dollar Quartet. The Chicago production is celebrating 2,000 performances. To mark the occasion, original MDQ cast member (now on the National Tour) Kelly Lamont will join the company for a 'Sitting in with the Band' appearance during the encore. The company will celebrate with a specially-designed cake, courtesy of The French Pastry School.

Taylor Dayne, nationally recognized singer, songwriter and actor, will appear as Grizabella in the Broadway favorite 'CATS,' opening at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse as part of the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival on Aug. 21 in Auburn, N.Y.

Summer is the season for cranking up rockin', crowd-rousing country songs and CMT has the perfect soundtrack for doing so when Kid Rock hosts CMT's 20 GREATEST REDNECK VIDEOS, premiering tonight, June 29 at 10:00 p.m., ET/PT, immediately following an all-new episode of REDNECK ISLAND. CMT's 20 GREATEST REDNECK VIDEOS will feature the most loud-and-proud music videos from country superstars including Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Kid Rock, Toby Keith, Trace Adkins and more.

'Legally Blonde: The Musical' opens at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse as part of the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festivalon June 26 in Auburn, N.Y.

In 1966, Thomas released his first hit record, a cover of Hank Williams classic, "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry." From 1967 to 1975, Thomas charted numerous hits, including: "The Eyes of a New York Woman," "Hooked on a Feeling," "It's Only Love," and "(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song."

The First Lady of Country Music, Loretta Lynn, joined by country legend Randy Travis, and Holly Williams, daughter and granddaughter of Hank Williams Jr. and Sr., are the first nationally known music artists to bring an old-school country twang to downtown Aurora's new RiverEdge Park, Saturday, June 29.

Pop singer, songwriter and musician TODD CAREY has signed an exclusive record deal with Blaster Records, which will release the Chicago-born, New York-based artist's as-yet-untitled full-length album on September 17. The album's first single, “Nintendo,” an infectious nostalgic pop gem that recalls carefree days and young love, will be digitally available on August 20.

Producing Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside and American Blues Theater, Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, are proud to announce the first production in American Blues Theater's "Legends and Legacies" season, Hank Williams: Lost Highway, by Randal Myler and Mark Harelik, directed by Damon Kiely, music director Malcolm Ruhl and starring Matt Brumlow as "Hank Williams," August 30 - October 6, at the Greenhouse Theater Center's Downstage Mainstage Theater, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. Tickets are $19 for previews, $29 Thursdays and Fridays and $39 Saturdays and Sundays and $49 for opening night. Previews are Friday, Aug. 30 and Saturday, Aug. 31 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 1 at 2:30 p.m. Press/opening night is Thursday, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. The performance schedule is Thursday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. There are post-show discussions following Sunday performances beginning September 8. Single tickets go on sale July 24 at 773.404.7336 or americanbluestheater.com.

Multiple GRAMMY nominated and platinum-selling country star Hunter Hayes is releasing his deluxe edition (Encore) today on Atlantic Records.

Summer is the season for cranking up rockin', crowd-rousing country songs and CMT has the perfect soundtrack for doing so when Kid Rock hosts CMT's 20 GREATEST REDNECK VIDEOS, premiering Saturday, June 29 at 10:00 p.m., ET/PT

Platinum selling country star Hunter Hayes will headline the CMT on Tour: Hunter Hayes' Let's Be Crazy tour this Fall which kicks off October 10 in Knoxville, TN.