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Andre Hayward and Friends To Perform At The 2022 Austin Chamber Music Festival
by Grace Cutler - Jul 16, 2022


In a collaboration with Golden Hornet, Austin Chamber Music Center presents jazz legend Andre Hayward.

Dizzy's Club Announces May and June Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2022


Jazz at Lincoln Center announced its May and June 2022 programming at Dizzy’s Club, featuring a diverse lineup of club favorites and rising stars alongside the launch of a new concert series, special events, and celebrations of giants of jazz history from Slide Hampton and Ralph Peterson to Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, and Thelonious Monk.

Jack Kleinsinger's Highlights In Jazz to Stage THE RETURN OF THE JAM SESSION
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 11, 2022


You won't want to miss the Jack Skleinsinger's dynamic final Highlights in Jazz concert for 2022, when today's top jazz players take to the BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center stage to celebrate the Return of the Jam Session. The 49th season final is is set for May 12. It features Peter and Will Anderson on saxophones, flutes and clarinets; trombonist Wycliffe Gordon, pianist Ted Rosenthal, drummer Victor Lewis, trumpeter Brian Lynch and guitarist James Chirillo, playing together for the very first time.

Mosaic Theater Company of DC Announces 2022-23 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2022


Mosaic Theater Company of DC is proud to announce its compelling 2022/23 season, the first season selected and planned by Mosaic’s new Artistic Director, Reginald L. Douglas.

Anchorage Symphony to Present VIRTUOSITY Concert This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2022


On Saturday, February 26th (7:30 pm), the Anchorage Symphony takes the stage for their fourth classic concert of the season, Virtuosity. This evening of musical mastery and artistic performances includes Rossini's comedic overture from The Thieving Magpie, Billy Child's new Violin Concerto No. 2 featuring powerhouse violinist Rachel Barton Pine, and Beethoven's lively Symphony No. 2.

Harlem Stage Presents CRAIG HARRIS' NOCTURNAL NUBIAN BALL FOR CONSCIENTIOUS BALLERS AND CULTURAL SHOT CALLERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2021


Bryant Park Picnic Performances' season of free, live performances continues on Thursday, August 12 at 7pm with the live, outdoor summer concert event CRAIG HARRIS’ NOCTURNAL NUBIAN BALL FOR CONSCIENTIOUS BALLERS AND CULTURAL SHOT CALLERS — led by world-renowned trombonist and composer Craig Harris.

DINO DANA from Sinking Ship Entertainment Roars onto iTunes & Google Play
by TV News Desk - Jul 7, 2021


The first two seasons of the beloved show (13 episodes/season) are now available to download for $19.99 per season, or $2.99 per episode on iTunes and $1.99 per episode on Google Play.

Adrienne Warren, NY Philharmonic & More Announced for Bryant Park Picnic Performances 2021 Summer Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2021


Bryant Park Corporation has announced the current programming schedule for its summer performing arts series, Picnic Performances, featuring artists including Adrienne Warren, the New York Philharmonic, Mykal Kilgore, New York City Opera and many more! 

Monterey Jazz Festival Announces 2021 Next Generation Jazz Orchestra Members
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2021


Monterey Jazz Festival is proud to announce the 2021 members of its Next Generation Jazz Orchestra, the Festival's internationally-renowned high school all-star big band, featuring the best high school jazz musicians in the country.

Papo Vázquez Releases CHAPTER 10: BREAKING COVER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2020


Papo Vázquez is pleased to release Chapter 10: Breaking Cover, a new album with his Mighty Pirates Troubadours. Out today via the artists own Picaro Records, Chapter 10: Breaking Cover features a varied program of Vázquez's original music that displays his signature fusion of jazz and Puerto Rican folkloric music.

THE CULINARY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA and THE VALE FOX DISTILLERY Announce “Around the Kitchen Table” with Top Alumni
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 15, 2020


The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) and The Vale Fox Distillery announce a new virtual, live cooking series: Around the Kitchen Table . The series, featuring top CIA alumni, supports the college's Financial Relief Scholarship and is hosted on the interactive platform, Topeka.

18 Shows Streaming on BroadwayWorld Events This Week!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 28, 2020


BroadwayWorld Events is bringing you incredible talent right into your home!

23 Shows Streaming on BroadwayWorld Events This Week!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 21, 2020


BroadwayWorld Events is bringing you incredible talent right into your home!

17 Shows Streaming on BroadwayWorld Events This Week!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 14, 2020


BroadwayWorld Events is bringing you incredible talent right into your home!

VIDEO: Telly Leung Stops by Radio Free Birdland - Premieres TONIGHT!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 3, 2020


Watch a sneak peek of Telly Leung's Birdland concert that premieres TONIGHT at 7pm ET! Get your tickets here!

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, September 3- with Broadway Belts for Biden and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 3, 2020


Today (September 3) in live streaming: Broadway Sessions Belts for Biden, Telly Leung sings with Radio Free Birdland, and so much more!

Telly Leung Discusses His Radio Free Birdland Concert and More on Backstage LIVE With Richard Ridge
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2020


Nothing can stop BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge from bringing you interviews with your favorite Broadway stars! On September 2, he chatted with the incredible Telly Leung.

8 Videos That Make Us Excited for Telly Leung's Birdland Concert!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 1, 2020


There's no doubt Telly Leung can put on an excellent performance! Check out some of his past gigs before this week's Birdland concert!

VIDEO: Telly Leung Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Sep 2, 2020


Nothing can stop BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge from bringing you interviews with your favorite Broadway stars! Tune in right here today, September 2 (12pm ET), as he chats with the incredible Telly Leung!

BWW Previews: Radio Free Birdland Brings Impressive Lineup Online
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 28, 2020


Birdland's new concert series delivers the goods... and the stars.

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