John Legend News

An explosive 90-minute sung-through Rock Opera written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Tim Rice, took the Carol Morsani Hall by storm Tuesday evening. This reimagined 50th Anniversary Tour, is the story loosely based on the Gospels’ accounts of the Passion. It works to interpret the psychology of Jesus, while much of the story’s plot centers on Judas’ disdain for how Jesus is leading his disciples. The rock opera was initially unable to attain funding, so Webber and composers released the idea as a concept album. Garnering much success, which led to the eventual Broadway stage debut in 1971. Some nine years later the musical had grossed more than $237 million worldwide. It soon became the longest-running West End musical in London, running for 8 years between 1972-1980, and was soon bested by Cats in 1989.

When a friend called me and invited me to join her for a middle school production of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS:THE MUSICAL last week, I think it fair to say it wasn’t high on this reviewer’s list of things to do on a free Saturday night.

Directed by the talented Kyle Ferguson and shot against the breathtaking backdrop of Nassau, Bahamas, the video takes viewers on a vibrant journey through Sherwin's past and present. The music video release follows its success on the charts, peaking at #18 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart, and #1 on the Instagram Reels chart.

Nikka Costa is back from hiatus with a new album 'Dirty Disco.' Along with the talents of versatile musicians such as Brandon Coleman (Kamasi Washington, Thundercat, Donald Glover, Flying Lotus), Greg Phillinganes (Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder) and Kaveh Rastegar (John Legend, Beck), Nikka Costa brings you in her “Dirty Disco” immersive world.

The upcoming 2024-2025 season has been revealed for Broadway at Music Circus in Sacramento. The season kicks off this summer with 42nd Street, and continues with a total of six productions slated through summer 2025. Learn more about the full lineup here!

The Cleveland Orchestra will perform with multi-platinum, 12-time Grammy Award–winner John Legend at Blossom Music Center on Thursday, August 8. 

GRAMMY-award winning rock bands The National and The War On Drugs announced their 2024 Zen Diagram Tour across North America, marking the first time the two bands have toured together. The tour also includes a show at the iconic Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Special guest Lucius will be joining across all dates except Mexico City.

New York Theatre Workshop's 2024 Gala will honor theater and film visionary Liesl Tommy. Learn more about the gala and about Tommy!

New Day Films will kick off its 2024 Reframe and Refresh virtual series with a panel on 'Hidden Legacies in Black History,' featuring discussions on Black, gay youth during the Harlem Renaissance and activism in the Black community.

Hot off the celebrated TV show The Voice, Deejay Young will come home to The Winter Park Playhouse to perform his latest solo cabaret- Somewhere In The Crowd. Learn how to purchase tickets.

An Unsung Symphony featuring the New York Philharmonic, singer Nia Drummond, and the Unsung Collective, will be presented this month. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Hollywood Bowl was honored last night as the Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year (Red Rocks Award) at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California.

New Seats Just Opened - By Popular Demand! Nashville Songwriters at DPAC with Lee Brice on February 16, 2024. Don't miss this special performance by the songwriters behind country music's greatest hits.

Croatian piano sensation Maksim Mrvica announces his Oceania tour, The Collection World Tour, in March 2024. Known for his electrifying performances, Maksim will perform in Brisbane, Melbourne, Auckland, Sydney, and Adelaide, showcasing classical masterpieces and contemporary hits. Don't miss this genre-defying musical experience.

Kicking off February 21st at the Hawaii Theatre in Honolulu, HI the tour will visit celebrated venues and festivals including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in New Orleans, LA; Stagecoach in Indio, CA; Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA; the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, CA  and the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TV on September 23, 2024.

One of New York City's fastest rising rock bands, Quarters of Change, have announced plans for a North American headline tour in support of their brand new sophomore studio album Portraits. The Portraits Tour will kick off on April 7 in Boston, MA, visit major markets coast-to-coast, and wrap on April 29 in Phoenix, AZ.

Chrissy Teigen and Jennifer Hudson chat about how John Legend and Common often get mistaken for each other and agree that they look related to one another before Jennifer suggests that they go on a double date together for Valentine's Day. Watch videos from The Jennifer Hudson Show's 250th episode now!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center's ambitious season will feature a mix of masterworks from the classical cannon, alongside SPAC premieres and appearances by a diverse and international slate of today's most exciting artists and conductors.

Check out photos from the GRAMMYs. Winners throughout the night included Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, SZA, Billie Eilish, and more. Presenters included Oprah Winfrey, Celine Dion, Meryl Streep, Drew Barrymore, and Mariah Carey. Performers also included Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile, Cyrus, Eilish, SZA, Dua Lipa, Billy Joel, Annie Lennox, and more.

Celebrate Black History Month at 54 Below with performances by David Jackson & David White, Gospel Brunch, André De Shields, and more!