Ira Gershwin News

Frank Sinatra's 'Platinum' Out Today Celebrating 70th Anniversary of Sinatra's Capitol Recordings

by Michael Major — October 27, 2023

The 44-track set features a cross-section of his most beloved songs and sought-after rarities.

NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT Will Be Performed by The University of St. Thomas Drama Program

by Stephi Wild — October 27, 2023

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Review: Ari Axelrod Finds the Light in A PLACE FOR US: A CELEBRATION OF JEWISH BROADWAY at Chelsea Table + Stage

by Ricky Pope — October 26, 2023

When Ari Axelrod was putting together his show, A PLACE FOR US: A CELEBRATION OF JEWISH BROADWAY, he couldn’t foresee that it would open at a time of mourning for Jews around the world.

Karen Akers to Present WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE at Birdland in November

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 25, 2023

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present award-winning vocalist Karen Akers, who returns to the venue with the special evening “Water Under the Bridge,” on Monday, November 20 at 7:00 PM.

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Present ROCKET CITY This Month

by Blair Ingenthron — October 15, 2023

North Coast Repertory Theatre will present a staged reading of Rocket City by Mark Saltzman, directed by David Ellenstein, on October 23, 2023 at 7:30pm.

Full Cast Set For CRAZY FOR YOU at Asolo Rep

by Stephi Wild — October 13, 2023

Asolo Rep has announced the full cast for CRAZY FOR YOU.

Hershey Felder Raises Funds for TheatreWorks

by Stephi Wild — October 13, 2023

Internationally-acclaimed actor, pianist, and filmmaker Hershey Felder packed the house and raised the roof while also raising more than $140,000 for TheatreWorks Silicon Valley.

Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis & More To Join The Drama League's EMBRACE THE SEASON Gala

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 11, 2023

Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis, Danny Burstein, and more will be performing at The Drama League's 'Embrace The Season' Gala.

DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE to Play North Coast Repertory Theatre Beginning This Month

by Blair Ingenthron — October 7, 2023

Experience the Halloween spirit with North Coast Repertory Theatre's production of 'DR.

Can You Guess Who Our October Cabaret Birthday Honoree Is?

by Rob Lester — October 1, 2023

Born in the sticks, raised in a musical family, a major player in cabaret circles, celebrating an October birthday.

Erika Henningsen, Jason Gotay, and More Set For EVER AFTER in Concert at the Ordway

by Stephi Wild — September 29, 2023

This special event will kick off the Ordway's 2023-2024 season and give audiences an exclusive look at the latest songs from a musical in development, Ever After, based on the 1998 film starring Drew Barrymore.

Laguna Playhouse Presents World Premiere Transfer Production Of THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR By Paul Slade Smith

by A.A. Cristi — September 28, 2023

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present the third show of its 2023-2024 season, a transfer of the world premiere production from North Coast Rep of the irresistible comedy, THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, written by Paul Slade Smith, adapted from Play at the Castle by Ferenc Molnár, and directed by Laguna Playhous

Review: GET HAPPY! MICHAEL FEINSTEIN CELEBRATES THE JUDY GARLAND CENTENNIAL at Music Center at Strathmore

by David Friscic — September 24, 2023

The brilliant and undying talent of the legendary entertainer Judy Garland was celebrated at the Music Center at Strathmore in the memory-laden production Get Happy! Michael Feinstein Celebrates the Judy Garland Centennial.

Feinstein's to Present Founder Michael Feinstein for Two-Night Engagement This Month

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 18, 2023

Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael will welcome Founder Michael Feinstein for a two-night engagement Sunday, September 24 and Monday, September 25.

Listen: Jaime Lozano & The Familia's New Album SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT VOL. 2 Out Now

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 15, 2023

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released Songs By An Immigrant Vol.

Hershey Felder Will Perform a One-Night-Only Benefit For TheatreWorks

by Stephi Wild — September 13, 2023

Hershey Felder has responded to TheatreWorks fundraising needs with an extraordinary offer: Felder will fly in for the day on October 11 and take the stage for one evening only with his Great American Songbook Sing-Along: A One-Night-Only Benefit for TheatreWorks.