Louis Armstrong News

The brand-new jukebox musical The Santa Switch is now available for licensing through Music Theatre International. The Santa Switch is by bookwriter Jeremy Desmon and arranger/orchestrator Jesse Vargas.

The American Theater Wing has announced the 2025 recipients of the prestigious Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative, supporting emerging theater talent. Learn more here!

Kupferberg Center for the Arts will present MICHAEL FEINSTEIN’S TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT at Colden Auditorium on Saturday, March 21 at 8:00 p.m. The concert features Michael Feinstein alongside the Carnegie Hall Ensemble in a program honoring the legacy of Tony Bennett.

The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra has announced its 95th season, Music Director Kwamé Ryan's third at the artistic helm, centered on a season-spanning artistic exploration of resilience.

Birdland Jazz Club will present a lineup of performances from February 23 to March 8, featuring renowned artists and ensembles in the heart of New York City.

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh will join Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry in a UK reading of Stan Zimmerman's suicide awareness play, RIGHT BEFORE I GO, at London's Soho Theatre.

Arena Stage will present a New Play Festival from February 27 to March 1, 2026, featuring works by notable playwrights to celebrate its 75th anniversary.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a wide-ranging lineup from February 16 through March 1, featuring established jazz icons, Broadway favorites, and rising stars across both venues.

Valentine's Day is almost upon us – but what's un-sexier than realizing you've been caught at the last minute with no plans to celebrate the special day? We rounded up seven of the best cabaret shows, concerts and comedy shows not yet sold out.

Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including jazz, TAXI star Tony Danza, comedy from SNL's Jane Wickline, Valentine's Day shows and more.

Live at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater, programming from February 9 through February 22 will feature a wide range of jazz, cabaret, and Broadway artists.

Music Worcester will present the Grammy nominated Catherine Russell & Sean Mason Duo in an intimate and soulful jazz performance at the BrickBox Theater at JMAC on Thursday, March 26. 

See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month, at a range of budget points including Dianna Agron, Jeff Harnar, Melissa Errico and more.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances from February 2 through February 15, featuring returning favorites and guest artists across jazz, cabaret, big band, and Latin music.

The 2/16 show celebrates the release of Benko's new Euphonic Gumbo album, which comes out 2/20. Read a conversation between Benko and Jason Yeager on the new show, album, and what keeps them returning to Mardis Gras every year.

The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.

Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, written by Henrik Ibsen and adapted and directed by acclaimed director Justin Emeka.

Classic Hollywood musicals White Christmas and High Society are among the 25 new additions selected for the Library of Congress National Film Registry in 2025.

The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation has entered into a licensing agreement with Downtown Music Publishing to manage and expand the global reach of Louis Armstrong's legacy.

New York Theatre Workshop has revealed full details for the world premiere of My Joy is Heavy, created and performed by Obie Award-winning duo & NYTW Usual Suspects The Bengsons.