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Jazz Guitarist Chris Standring Basks in Positive Glow of Joyous 'Sunlight'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 18, 2018

Much like a prism refracts light into a colorful spectrum, guitarist Chris Standring's Sunlight reflects rays of multihued jazz into a vibrant sonic palette of joy and positivity.

Bryson, McCoo, Davis Jr., Studdard and Whatley Bring The COLORS OF CHRISTMAS To The McCallum Theatre
by David Green - Nov 21, 2017

The McCallum Theatre presents Colors of Christmas on Friday, December 8, at 8:00pm. A holiday tradition at the McCallum, Colors of Christmas celebrates its 25th anniversary with Peabo Bryson, Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr., Ruben Studdard and Jody Whatley.

Legendary Jacksons to ReceiveLifetime Achievement Award & Perform at 'Black Music Honors'
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 3, 2017

Central City Productions will pay tribute to The Jacksons, Donnie McClurkin, Slick Rick, Guy, Oleta Adams and Jody Watley, at Black Music Honors. Thelive television special taping will take place on Friday, August 18, 2017 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) in Nashville, TN.

AT&T Performing Arts Center and Mendelson Entertainment Group present THE COLORS OF CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2017

The nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center and Mendelson Entertainment Group are excited to announce that tickets for The Colors of Christmas featuring Peabo Bryson, Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr., Ruben Studdard and Jody Watley will go on sale Friday, July 14 at 10 a.m.  

Fox Theatre Slates SATURDAY SOUL SERIES Lineup; On Sale Now!
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2017

The Fox Theatre will present the Saturday Soul Series, a four-part concert event, starting in June and continuing into the fall 2017.

Andre Cymone 'We All Need Somethin' Premieres at Impose
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 30, 2017

Sonically bracing and lyrically incisive, 1969 draws some startling parallels between its titular year - the year when the utopian ideals of the '60s came face to face with harsh reality - and today.

BWW Review: Book Passage for MURDER ON THE POLAR EXPRESS
by Nancy Grossman - Dec 5, 2016

The Gold Dust Orphans' 2016 Christmas show features "The World's Foremost Drag Detective" Shirley Holmes and her sidekick Dr. Jody Watley attempting to solve a series of mysterious deaths in Ryan Landry's MURDER ON THE POLAR EXPRESS. Directed by Larry Coen, it has an impressive roster of veterans and newcomers playing all of your favorite fictional Christmas characters, and a cameo appearance by Rhoda, the dog. Scott Martino's costumes are to-die-for, and Meredith Langton and the GlitterPuss Dancers kick up a (snow)storm.

105.7 Old School Love Affair Concert Set for Orleans Arena, 2/13
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 29, 2016

Celebrated disco, rhythm and blues (R&B) and soul and funk entertainers from the 1970s and 1980s will perform their greatest hits at the 105.7 Old School Love Affair Concert on Feb. 13 at the Orleans Arena.

SISSYBOY to Open 2/12 at NoHo Arts Center
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 21, 2016

The multi award-winning NoHo Arts Center Ensemble (NoHo ACE) is thrilled to present a world premiere play, SissyBoy, written and performed by James Mellon and directed by Kevin Bailey. SissyBoy will begin previews on Friday, February 5 at 8pm; will open on Friday, February 12 at 8pm and run for eleven performances through Sunday, March 6, 2016 at the NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd. (at Lankershim Blvd.) in North Hollywood.

French Horn Rebellion Release New Foolin' Around EP Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 16, 2015

Today, French Horn Rebellion announce a new fall EP called Foolin' Around and to celebrate they've compiled a summer mix.

French Horn Rebellion Announce New Foolin' Around EP, Out 10/16
by Tess Reynolds - Aug 28, 2015

Today, French Horn Rebellion announce a new fall EP called Foolin' Around and to celebrate they've compiled a summer mix.

Lincoln Center Kicks Off MIDSUMMER NIGHT SWING Tomorrow in Damrosch Park
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2015

Tomorrow, June 23, Lincoln Center will celebrate the launch of Midsummer Night Swing's 27th season - dancing under the stars in Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center - with Jonathan Stout's All-Star Orchestra featuring Hilary Alexander.

Bryan Rabin & Adam Bravin to Present Giorgio's New Year's Eve with Joey Arias
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 17, 2014

Producer Bryan Rabin and DJ Adam XII celebrate the end of the year at, Giorgio's, A Modern Discotheque on Wednesday December 31, 2014 at The Standard Hotel in Hollywood (8300 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069)

French Horn Rebellion Releases NEXT JACK SWING PT. 1; Kicks Off Tour with Zak Waters
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2014

'French horn is hard to play. Making hot beats is fun. Let's make a band.'

French Horn Rebellion's Next Jack Swing Pt.1, Out Now
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2014

French Horn Rebellion's Next Jack Swing Pt.1, featureing Jody Watley, Viceroy, HAERTS, St. Lucia, Ghost Beach, Savoir Adore etc. Out Now on Ensemble Records

FLOANNE FOR BASTILLE DAY Returns to Joe's Pub, 7/14
by Courtnie Mele - Jul 2, 2014

Bastille Day is France's "Independence Day" celebrated each year on July 14, the beginning of the French revolution in 1789. For the third year, the playful and seductive Floanne is presenting her solo concert at Joe's Pub to ravish the ear of the Francophile and culturally curious New Yorker. Her new program "Love Is French" weaves vintage songs into a didactic presentation, dissecting with humor and wisdom the cliche that romances can be.

French Horn Rebellion Premieres 'Swing Into It' ft HAERTS
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 23, 2014

Here's how the story goes. Last winter, we did a performance at LowBrau in Sacramento - which has become one of our favorite places to play

French Horn Rebellion with HAERTS 'Swing Into It' from EP Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2014

Late nights in the big city always bring out the swingers. Hipsters in zoot suits in dark alley-ways; beat-boxers playing New Jack Swing on street corners; and French Horn Rebellion's Next Jack Swing dance floor full of Band Geeks Gone Wild. In 'Swing Into It' let Nini Fabi who, before forming HAERTS sang with French Horn Rebellion, lure you into a swinging night: dark, buzzing with energy and just a little bit of intrigue. French Horn Rebellion's new Swing Into It EP will come out today, March 25.

French Horn Rebellion with HAERTS 'Swing Into It' from EP out 3/25
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2014

Late nights in the big city always bring out the swingers. Hipsters in zoot suits in dark alley-ways; beat-boxers playing New Jack Swing on street corners; and French Horn Rebellion's Next Jack Swing dance floor full of Band Geeks Gone Wild. In 'Swing Into It' let Nini Fabi who, before forming HAERTS sang with French Horn Rebellion, lure you into a swinging night: dark, buzzing with energy and just a little bit of intrigue. French Horn Rebellion's new Swing Into It EP will come out on 3/25.

Carolee Carmello Guest Stars in NYC Gay Men's Chorus and Youth Pride Chorus Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2014

Tonight, February 19th generous supporters will come together to celebrate the mission of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus (NYCGMC) and Youth Pride Chorus (YPC) of promoting equality through the power of song. Harmony, now in its 13th year, will be held at Affirmation Arts, a luxury venue located in Manhattan's Hudson Yards. Three-time Tony nominee Carolee Carmello will guest star at this year's gala. Members of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus (NYCGMC) and Youth Pride Chorus (YPC) will also perform.

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