Jack Jones News

David Gersten, Vice-President of ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers (IATSE Local 18032), died on Monday, April 6 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more. 

The Shakespeare Project of Chicago will present DEAR RHODA, a historical play exploring a poignant love story set in the 1920s, with free performances scheduled for March 20, 22, and 23 at various Chicago-area libraries. The play, directed by Peter Garino, features a trunk of letters that unveil the long-distance romance between Rhoda Katz and Jerry Nedwick, set against the backdrop of Chicago's bohemian underground. The cast includes notable characters portrayed by local actors, with live music

This is a terrific concert, cabaret and revue rolled into one, feating rising star Adrian Galante's brilliant playing and orchestrations of Burt Bacharach songs, sung by three terrific singers. It runs through February 22

Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez will headline Tennessee Shakespeare Company's upcoming Children's Literacy Gala, aiming to promote reading among youth.

Just days after her hour-long PBS Special, internationally acclaimed and Boca-based singing sensation Deborah Silver has received her first GRAMMY Award nomination for Basie Rocks!, her album with The Count Basie Orchestra. It has been nominated for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album. The next annual GRAMMY Awards will be presented on Sunday, February 1, 2026.

Broadway superstar Joshua Henry will be the featured musical performer of Tennessee Shakespeare Company's annual Children’s Literacy Gala on Saturday, May 3 at 6:00 pm on TSC’s Tabor Stage.

Tennessee Shakespeare Company will host its 16th annual Children’s Literacy Gala in May, “American Celebrity Poetry-Slam” where the audience will decide the winners from our participating poets on the competitive runway.

Take BWW Cabaret's monthly quiz and see how much you know about music stars born in January. If your New Year's Resolution is to learn more about music, here's a fun way to do that for New Year's.

Vocalist Martin Bonventre returns to the Green Room 42 on December 17th at 7 PM with Jason Yaeger, Greg Ruvolo, Jeff Bourke, Teddy Tedesco, Boots Maleson performing songs from his forthcoming debut album and a dash of holiday favorites.

“A JUDY CHRISTMAS” is returning to Chicago in December at The Den Theatre. This riotous comedy is guaranteed to put you into the spirit of Judy and her holidaze!

Jack Jones, the renowned American singer and actor best known for his smooth pop vocals and contributions to the Great American Songbook, passed away on October 23, 2024, at the age of 86. Jones's career spanned over six decades, during which he won two Grammy Awards and received a total of five nominations.

Tennessee Shakespeare Company has announced its 17th performance season in Memphis featuring William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors and Twelfth Night.

Tennessee Shakespeare Company will host its 15th annual Children’s Literacy Gala on Saturday, April 20 at 6:00 pm: “A Shakespeare Cabaret featuring songstress Susan Marshall.”

The art of classic cabaret – personalized, intimate singing that brings out the lyric was epitomized by this influential, elegant performer. Although this year marks 40 years since her passing, she is still spoken of in reverential tones. She's the choice as honoree for someone born in February...Mabel Mercer.

Jane Lynch says she’s been a fan of Christmas music since her very earliest days. So it’s not surprising that the actor, singer, and comedian has made holiday music a regular part of her performing life.

Vintage Culture has joined forces with German duo Tube & Berger and Australian vocalist Kyle Pearce for euphoric new single ‘Come Come', the latest track taken from the Brazilian DJ icon's highly anticipated debut album. Learn more here!

A JUDY CHRISTMAS is coming to Chicago on December 15th (8PM Friday), 16th (8PM Saturday) and 17th (3PM Sunday), 2023, at The Den Theatre Chicago, 1331 North Milwaukee Avenue.

Check out photos from the closing night of Clint Holmes' sensational run at 54 Below, as well as an after party hosted by Producer Sunny Sessa saluting Director Will Nunziata, Music Director Michael Orland, and guest artists Nikki Renee Daniels and Kelly Clinton-Holmes.

Tennessee Shakespeare Company has been approved for a $10,000 Arts Projects grant award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to support the 7th Annual Free Shout-Out Shakespeare Series.