Hilary Kole News

Justin Elizabeth Sayer and co., have, once again, brought their A-Game to this annual feast of love, art, and fundraising.

Acclaimed singer and songwriter Nellie McKay, along with dancers Daniel Booda and Wyatt Slone, have joined the cast of the 11th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys'.

June 12th marks the 11th NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS benefit and Justin Elizabeth Sayre is just as passionate about it today as they were when the whole thing began.

Tony Award winner Lauren Patten, T. Oliver Reid, jazz vocalist Hilary Kole, Jack Bartholet, and rising star Jae W.B. have joined the cast of the 11th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys'. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of the Our Sinatra – the acclaimed musical revue celebrating the music of Frank Sinatra – on Monday, December 26 for three shows at 5:30 PM, 8:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.

Tony nominee Sally Mayes, Bistro winner Nicolas King, Shereen Pimentel, and Bistro winner Amy Jo Jackson (Joe’s Pub) have joined the line-up for the 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, June 5.

The 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will take place at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, June 5. 

Much-lauded cabaret singer Susanne Mack will play her 2021 show FRAGMENTS for one final encore.

Consummate vocalist and New York City jazz staple Hilary Kole has announced the release of Sophisticated Lady. Adorned by Kole's soulful vocal sensibilities and a stellar band of first-rate instrumentalists, Kole's latest release is a collection of mature, nuanced renditions of jazz classics which retain a spirit both heartfelt and adventurous.

A new series, Piano Bar Live! Spotlight at Ribbon 72, kicks off on Sunday, February 14-Valentine's Day-with vocalist Hilary Kole and Jon Weber at the keys. Restaurant and performance venue, Ribbon 72, has reopened for indoor dining at 25% capacity, strictly following all other NYC mandates regarding Covid safety.

A new series, Piano Bar Live! Spotlight at Ribbon 72, kicks off on Sunday, February 14—Valentine's Day—with vocalist Hilary Kole and Jon Weber at the keys. There will be two LIVE sets at 6 PM and 7:30 PM ET. Restaurant and performance venue, Ribbon 72, has reopened for indoor dining at 25% capacity, strictly following all other NYC mandates regarding Covid safety.

Notables from President Bill Clinton and Whoopi Goldberg to musicians Wynton Marsalis and Sting joined together on Sunday, Jan 24th to “Save Birdland”.  During the fundraising concert the Broadway community was treated to “All That Jazz” starring the original Velmas of Chicago, Chita Rivera and Bebe Neuwirth.

The fundraising campaign for Birdland Jazz Club will conclude on January 24th with a free streaming concert titled Save Birdland: A Celebration of Music, History and Community.

The fundraising campaign for Birdland Jazz Club will conclude on January 24th with a free streaming concert titled Save Birdland: A Celebration of Music, History and Community.

Hilary Kole with pianist John Di Martino will be performing at Ribbon 72 Tuesday, December 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th @ 6:00 PM - Reservations Required through Yelp. Ribbon 72 is currently Open and strictly adhering to all the NYC GUIDELINES regarding indoor dining.

The ASCAP Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2020 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards. The program was established in 2002 to encourage young gifted jazz composers up to the age of 30. It carries the name of the great trumpeter and ASCAP member Herb Alpert in recognition of The Herb Alpert Foundation's multi-year financial commitment to the program. The recipients, who receive cash awards, range in age from 17 to 29 and are selected through a juried national competition. 

THE GREEN ROOM 42 has announced that acclaimed singer and songwriter SPENCER DAY will welcome jazz vocalist Hilary Kole for his final New York show of the year on Saturday, November 2 at 9:30 PM. 

Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with the following acts:

ScoBar Entertainment will present vocalist extraordinaire, HILARY KOLE for one night only, Today, February 12, 2019 at 8pm at The Iridium.

ScoBar Entertainment presents vocalist Hilary Kole for one night only, Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 8 pm at The Iridium with In a Sentimental Mood: Songs of Love and Longing.