Leslie Odom, Jr. News

Even the busiest Broadway stars have holiday wishes, and Leslie Odom Jr. recently made time to give the New York Post  some intel on what he's hoping to find under the tree come Christmas morning. At the top of the list is a record player; according to Odom Jr., 'We're gonna play records - old and new - almost exclusively in our house in 2017.' The Tony and Grammy winner also has simpler desires, however, evidenced by the inclusion of items like socks further down the list.

NBC will commemorate the 90th birthday of one of America's most treasured musical icons, Tony Bennett, with the two-hour special TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90: THE BEST IS YET TO COME on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Tony Bennett celebrated his 90 th birthday in August and this milestone occasion continues with the RPM Records / Columbia Records release of Tony Bennett Celebrates 90 set for pre-order on November 11 th and worldwide release on December 16.

What are the places and experiences that will prove most memorable to art patrons worldwide? J.P. Morgan has its top picks in the firm's just-released #NextList2017.

NBC will commemorate the 90th birthday of one of America's most treasured musical icons, Tony Bennett, with the two-hour special TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90: THE BEST IS YET TO COME on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

The nominees for the NAACP Image Awards were announced today. The awards recognize the year's best in film, TV, music and books.

Need some last minute gift ideas for the Broadway lover in your life? Fear not! There may be only a few short weeks left before the holidays, but we've got plenty of ideas to add to your shopping list!

A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS WITH MEGAN HILTY was one of my favorite cabaret/concert experiences this year. It's always a treat to hear her sing. She's in her own class as a vocalist and I look forward to what she does next.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's five-week engagement at New York City Center continues this week with the world premiere of MacArthur "Genius" Kyle Abraham's Untitled America on Wednesday, December 7th.

Just a few days ago I reviewed a show that, if you remember, I felt had one major downfall; that the newer songs bringing it from the film version to the stage version had lyrics written by Glenn Slater. Now, just a few blocks from that other production, Showtunes puts up a concert of another film to stage adaptation with all of the lyrics written by Glenn Slater and music from Alan Menken. And while there were certainly some wonderful voices in the concert it just proves one thing that Showtunes needs to pay attention to, not all shows need a revival.

Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce casting for the Pittsburgh premiere of PUMP BOYS & DINETTES, January 26 - April 15, 2017 at the CLO Cabaret.

BET Networks joined President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House earlier last month for a star-studded musical celebration, “BET PRESENTS LOVE & HAPPINESS: AN OBAMA CELEBRATION,” playfully dubbed 'Barack Obama's Block Party.'

Super Swing Andrew Chappelle is going on for King George III in Hamilton on Broadway for the first time for tonight's performance. After this, Chappelle will have gone on for almost every single track he covers-including Laurens/Phillip, Lafayette/Jefferson, and Mulligan/Madison. The only track left for the actor is that of Aaron Burr, the role that earned Leslie Odom Jr. a Tony Award this past year.

This afternoon it was announced that Academy Award-winning actor, Penelope Cruz, will be joining the cast of Kenneth Branagh's upcoming film adaptation of Agatha Christie's murder mystery thriller, 'Murder on the Orient Express.'

Tony Bennett celebrated his 90 th birthday in August and this milestone occasion continues with the RPM Records / Columbia Records release of Tony Bennett Celebrates 90 set for pre-order on November 11 th and worldwide release on December 16.

Award-winning vocalist Leslie Odom Jr. will follow up his hugely successful self-titled jazz debut with a stunning album of newly reinterpreted holiday classics entitled Simply Christmas, to be released today, November 11, 2016 on S-Curve Records.

For more than four decades, the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has graced the New York City Center stage, sharing the transformative power of dance. Returning this season, New Yorkers can experience dance on and off stage by partaking in a special offer, Ticket to Dance. The promotion allows audience members to try their first Ailey Extension class free with an Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performance ticket (offer expires after 60 days). Returning Ailey Extension students also receive a free class with the purchase of a 10-class card.

Below, check out a first listen to the track 'I'll Be Home for Christmas' off the holiday LP.

This weekend's big news: Broadway vets take part in American Pops Orchestra's 'I'LL BE SEEING YOU' for Veterans Day in D.C., 'DEATH OF THE LAST BLACK MAN' officially opens Off-Broadway and more!

Today's big news: RIDE THE CYCLONE begins tonight at MCC Theater!