Ben Williams to Bring Prince Tribute to Harlem Stage, 12/11-12
by Tyler Peterson
- Dec 1, 2015
Assembling a stellar cast of rising stars in the worlds of R&B, funk, soul, jazz and classical, Thelonious Monk Competition Winner and Grammy Award-winning bassist Ben Williams pays tribute to the musical legacy of Prince at Harlem Stage, December 11 and 12. Drawing inspiration from his iconic discography, Dearly Beloved - The Music of Prince will feature newly imagined arrangements and compositions that celebrate the virtuosity of Prince with a wide range of special guests including vocalists Goapele, Frank McComb and Christie Dashiell, tap dancer/choreographer Jason Samuels Smith, poet/emcee/vocalist W. Ellington Felton and additional surprise guests. A guest DJ will spin for the pre-performance mixer and after-party. As a preview to the December 12 performance of Dearly Beloved - The Music of Prince, Harlem Stage will present an intimate conversation with Ben Williams. He'll share his creative process forDearly Beloved and discuss the art of re-imagining and arranging works of famous artists.
Lesli Margherita, A SWINGIN' BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS and More Set for Birdland This Month
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 1, 2015
Birdland Jazz Club has announced its December 2015 schedule, featuring Saxophone Summit: Joe Lovano, Dave Liebman and Greb Osby, Eliane Elias, The Birdland Big Band, Lesli Margherita, Swingin' Birdland Christmas, Freddy Cole, Jim Caruso's Cast Party and more!
Lupita Nyong'o & Original Off-Broadway Cast to Reunite for Broadway Run of ECLIPSED
by Tyler Peterson
- Nov 30, 2015
It was announced today that the complete original cast from The Public Theater's acclaimed, sold-out production of the new American play Eclipsed by Danai Gurira will reprise their roles on Broadway this Spring, BroadwayWorld has confirmed. Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o will be once again joined by Pascale Armand, Akosua Busia, Zainab Jah and Saycon Sengbloh. Eclipsed, directed by Liesl Tommy, will begin previews on Tuesday, February 23, 2016, with opening night set for March 6, 2016 on Broadway at the Golden Theatre (252 W. 45th Street). For tickets and information, please visit www.EclipsedBroadway.com.
Frank Sinatra Celebration Set for Palmer House Hilton Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 28, 2015
The Palmer House Hilton is proud to announce dinner, dancing and an all-star performance in celebration of the centennial of Frank Sinatra's birth, tonight, Nov. 28 in the legendary Empire Room within the Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe St. The event begins at 6 p.m. with a cocktail hour followed by, a three-course gourmet dinner with choice of entrée, and wine service then a special “Tribute to Frank” featuring Chicago's top cabaret performers Joan Curto, Shelley MacArthur, Paul Marinaro, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, and Johnny Rodgers. The birthday party concludes with dancing to The City Lights Orchestra conducted by Rich Daniels until 11 p.m. Single tickets are $125, with VIP tickets, which include premium seating and an open bar throughout the night, are $150. Reservations may be made at celebrating100yearsofsinatra.brownpapertickets.com.
Lesli Margherita, A SWINGIN' BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS and More Set for Birdland This December
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 13, 2015
Birdland Jazz Club has announced its December 2015 schedule, featuring Saxophone Summit: Joe Lovano, Dave Liebman and Greb Osby, Eliane Elias, The Birdland Big Band, Lesli Margherita, Swingin' Birdland Christmas, Freddy Cole, Jim Caruso's Cast Party and more!
EVIL DEAD - THE MUSICAL to Make Bloody Debut at Victoria Theatre, 11/6-8
by BWW
News Desk
- Nov 6, 2015
EVIL DEAD - THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2007 Dora Audience Choice Award as Toronto's (CA) favorite show, unleashes its bloody mayhem and fun, Nov. 6-8, 2015 for a limited engagement at Dayton's historic Victoria Theatre as part of the 2015-2016 Star Projects Unlimited Star Attractions.
EVIL DEAD - THE MUSICAL to Make Bloody Debut at Victoria Theatre, 11/6-8
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 28, 2015
EVIL DEAD - THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2007 Dora Audience Choice Award as Toronto's (CA) favorite show, unleashes its bloody mayhem and fun, Nov. 6-8, 2015 for a limited engagement at Dayton's historic Victoria Theatre as part of the 2015-2016 Star Projects Unlimited Star Attractions.
Tom Fontana, Paul Fontana & Margot Harley to be Honored at The Acting Company's Gala
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 21, 2015
The Acting Company (Margot Harley, Co-Founder and Producer), America's best known touring repertory theater, will honor Emmy Award-winner Tom Fontana, educator and student mentor Paul Fontana, and Acting Company Co-founder and Producer Margot Harley at a Gala Benefit evening on Monday, November 9th atCapitale (130 Bowery - between Broome & Grand Sts). Both of the gentlemen will each be presented with the Warburg Humanitarian Award for their outstanding philanthropic endeavors on behalf of children, education and the arts, while Ms. Harley will be saluted for her 43 years of leadership and achievement as she steps down as Producer of The Acting Company.
Frank Sinatra Celebration Set for Palmer House Hilton, 11/28
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 16, 2015
The Palmer House Hilton is proud to announce dinner, dancing and an all-star performance in celebration of the centennial of Frank Sinatra's birth, Saturday, Nov. 28 in the legendary Empire Room within the Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe St. The event begins at 6 p.m. with a cocktail hour followed by, a three-course gourmet dinner with choice of entrée, and wine service then a special “Tribute to Frank” featuring Chicago's top cabaret performers Joan Curto, Shelley MacArthur, Paul Marinaro, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, and Johnny Rodgers. The birthday party concludes with dancing to The City Lights Orchestra conducted by Rich Daniels until 11 p.m. Single tickets are $125, with VIP tickets, which include premium seating and an open bar throughout the night, are $150. Reservations may be made at celebrating100yearsofsinatra.brownpapertickets.com.
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