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John Oliver will take over as guest host of The Daily Show WITH Jon Stewart tonight, June 10 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Sit back, relax and rely on your favorite comedy brand to keep you entertained this summer. This June, COMEDY CENTRAL is celebrating the final futuristic batch of 'Futurama' with a two-episode premiere on Wednesday, June 19 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT and 10:30 p.m. ET/PT.

The greatest songwriters revered him. And his songs-from 'All the Things You Are' to 'The Way You Look Tonight'-remain a vital part of our cultural conversation. It is no accident that Jerome Kern is also known as 'The Dean.' Author and Lyrics & Lyricists series artistic director Deborah Grace Winer takes the helm as artistic director/writer/host for The Song is You: Jerome Kern Coast to Coast, tonight, May 4 and May 5, 6. Winer is joined by vocalists Karrin Allyson, Debby Boone, Jeffry Denman, bassist Jay Leonhart, Howard McGillin, Paula West and Karen Ziemba, with special guest Barbara Carroll.

John Oliver will take over as guest host of THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART on Monday, June 10 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.

The Seattle Theatre Group, (STG) has announced the upcoming 2013-2014 season, with a fair amount of focus on performances taking place at a revitalized Moore Theatre. History has been made at The Moore and the future is about to get a bit brighter. This season offers a great opportunity for renewing a relationship with the oldest operating theatre in the city. STG is making transformative improvements that will significantly expand comfort and dramatically increase the ability for smaller, more 'off-Broadway' style productions, including those produced by local theatre companies, to take place at The Moore.

The greatest songwriters revered him. And his songs-from 'All the Things You Are' to 'The Way You Look Tonight'-remain a vital part of our cultural conversation. It is no accident that Jerome Kern is also known as 'The Dean.' Author and Lyrics & Lyricists series artistic director Deborah Grace Winer takes the helm as artistic director/writer/host for The Song is You: Jerome Kern Coast to Coast, on May 4, 5 and 6. Winer is joined by vocalists Karrin Allyson, Debby Boone, Jeffry Denman, bassist Jay Leonhart, Howard McGillin, Paula West and Karen Ziemba, with special guest Barbara Carroll.

Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore will perform at the White House to celebrate the timeless classics of 'Memphis Soul' as part of the Emmy Award-Nominated PBS Music Special IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE Series on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. President Obama's remarks from the evening follow.

Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore will perform at the White House to celebrate the timeless classics of 'Memphis Soul' as part of the Emmy Award-Nominated PBS Music Special IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE Series on Tuesday, April 9, 2013.

The Englert Theatre has announced Robert Earl Keen will perform tonight, March 3 at 7pm. An accomplished musician, Keen has built a reputation as one of the nation's finest musical storytellers.

Jon Stewart is considered one of America's top social and comedic voices. Over the past 13 years, Stewart has redefined political satire in American culture from his perch atop the anchor chair on Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.' In fact, surveys have shown that the overwhelming majority of men and women under the age of 35 list 'The Daily Show' as their primary source of television news.

The career of American bluesman, roots radical, and pioneer of world music Taj Mahal is set to be celebrated next year with the release of THE COMPLETE COLUMBIA ALBUMS COLLECTION.

Jon Stewart is considered one of America's top social and comedic voices. Over the past 13 years, Stewart has redefined political satire in American culture from his perch atop the anchor chair on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart." In fact, surveys have shown that the overwhelming majority of men and women under the age of 35 list "The Daily Show" as their primary source of television news.

No Name is starting the year off right tonight, January 17th with its next installment of No Name Presents: The Uptown Cabaret SPOTLIGHT featuring singer/songwriter and now Inwood local PHIL ROY. The concert begins at 8:00PM at the Indian Road Cafe, 600 West 218th Street at Indian Rd. Hosted by Alexandra de Suze.

Music at NVA presents Rick Holmstrom & the Rick Holmstrom Band with Nathan James and the Rhythm Scratchers at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State Street in Carlsbad Village tonight, January 13, 2013 at 7PM.

The Parkington Sisters bring their original tales and captivating melodies to the Capitol Center for the Arts' Spotlight Café on Friday, February 22, at 8pm as part of the On The Edge: String Theory Series.

No Name is starting the year off right on January 17th with its next installment of No Name Presents: The Uptown Cabaret SPOTLIGHT featuring singer/songwriter and now Inwood local PHIL ROY. The concert begins at 8:00PM at the Indian Road Cafe, 600 West 218th Street at Indian Rd. Hosted by Alexandra de Suze.

One of America's most revered Broadway and cabaret stars-she was a favorite chanteuse of the Algonquin Hotel's late, lamented Oak Room and an original cast member of the Great White Way's production of Nine-performs songs from her sparkling career in the spotlight.

Last night, THE COLBERT REPORT concluded its Holiday-themed music week, featuring a performance of 'Happy Xmas (War is Over) by Jeff Tweedy, Mavis Staples, Sean Lennon, and the Harlem Gospel Choir. Check it out below!

The Englert Theatre has announced Robert Earl Keen will perform on Sunday, March 3 at 7pm. An accomplished musician, Keen has built a reputation as one of the nation's finest musical storytellers.

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