Louis Armstrong News

The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T. Lane, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, and Daniel Yearwood.

Prospect Musicals announced the full line-up for its 2026 Gala & Muse Awards at The Edison Ballroom, honoring LaChanze, Ken Davenport, Lindsay Mendez, Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.

Broadway director Christina Sajous will return to Weathervane Theatre in Whitefield, NH to helm Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES, starring Shinnerrie Jackson, Robert H. Fowler, Ethan Paulini, and Marisa Kirby.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including Amanda McBroom & Michele Brourman, SF Jazz Collective, João Bosco, and returning acts like VINCE GIORDANO & THE NIGHTHAWKS and JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY.

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts will present Summer for the City, inviting New Yorkers and visitors to a season centered on movement, community, and international artistry.

Tilles Center and LIU's Post Theatre Company have revealed the full cast for Feels Like The First Time, a new musical inspired by the band Foreigner, FOREIGNER, running in Long Island, directed by Tony-nominated Adam Pascal.

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another excellent production at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT, JERRY’S GIRLS, a show that celebrates the music of Jerry Herman whose music was featured in Hello Dolly!, Mame,  and other musicals. Starring the phenomenal first-rate vocals of stars Sandra Fernandes, Makenzie Massey, and Emerson Raymond, accompanied by talented pianist Jane Best, this show is highly entertaining! The star power of these performers succeeds in pulling off this challenging production, under the brilliant combination of the direction of Liz Muller, associate direction of Jacob Marcus, and choreography of Brandy and Michael Bailey. I am not exaggerating when I say that if Sandra, Makenzie, and Emerson were to audition for American Idol next year, they would likely be the top three contestants. Yes, they are that good!

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

Penn Live Arts will present the 2026 Philadelphia Children's Festival May 3-5 at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, featuring magic, theater, jazz, and free outdoor activities from Philadelphia arts organizations.

New Orleans has inspired countless stories, but few have tried to bottle the city itself — the spicy air, the flicker of votive candles, the way a zydeco riff can turn strangers into family. That's exactly what creator Mike set out to do with Last Night at the Rue Bayou, an immersive new musical that transforms Storyville Music Hall in the French Market into a living, breathing New Orleans haunt where the living and the dead mingle freely, the stage becomes an altar, and a single night can change everything.

The Dust Bowl Radio Hour is a new bluegrass-folk musical with book and lyrics by Sean McGee and music by Kasey Dillon Yeargain.  BroadwayWorld has an exclusive look inside the studio of the recording of “Drink It Down.' Check out the video here!

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including Karen Akers, Yellowjackets, The Hot Sardines, Ben Allison, and Billy Stritch Trio, alongside returning acts like Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks.

The original concept recording of The Dust Bowl Radio Hour, a new folk-inspired musical by Sean McGee (book and lyrics) and Kasey Dillon Yeargain (music), will be available on all streaming platforms as of April 6, 2026.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater announced a full April 2026 schedule featuring UNLIMITED MILES: Miles Davis at 100, Yellowjackets, The Hot Sardines, João Bosco, and more across both venues.

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. 

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming for late March through mid-April. The lineup includes Karen Mason, UNLIMITED MILES: MILES DAVIS AT 100, Yellowjackets, and more. Performances will run across both venues in New York City.

The star singer (JEKYLL & HYDE) joined forces with Music Director Billy Stritch on Wednesday March 25. Ms. Eder was in supremely capable hands (literally) all night.

Jim Kierstead will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of sa•pi•o•sex•u•al, a new play by Aurin Squire. Directed by Christopher Renshaw, the readings will be held on Friday, March 27 @ 11am and 2pm.

Birdland Jazz Club in New York City will present a diverse lineup of performances from March 16 to March 29, 2026. The schedule includes renowned artists and ensembles, offering a range of jazz styles and musical experiences. This period at Birdland highlights the club's commitment to featuring top-tier jazz talent and providing audiences with high-quality live music entertainment.

Caramoor will present a vibrant lineup of over thirty performances from June 20 to August 2, 2026, featuring a diverse range of music and arts events.