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Joe Chambers to Play with Rutgers University Jazz Ensemble, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2012


Joe Chambers is set to play with the Rutgers University Jazz Ensemble, directed by Conrad Herwig, on Monday, Dec 10, 2012 at 7:30PM at Rutgers University in the Mason Gross Performing Arts Center.

Segerstrom Center Welcomes Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour 55th Anniversary Celebration, 1/13
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2012


The Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour 55th Anniversary Celebration makes its way to Segerstrom Center for the Arts on January 13 in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The all- star ensemble will perform classic jazz and original compositions by critically acclaimed, Grammy Award-winning artists: bassist and musical director Christian McBride, vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater, saxophonist Chris Potter, trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire, pianist Benny Green and drummer Lewis Nash.

Saxophonist Jimmy Heath Celebrates 86th Birthday at Blue Note, 10/23-28
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 12, 2012


Saxophonist Jimmy Heath first appeared at the Blue Note in 1984 and has become a regular throughout the club's 31 year history. He has also celebrated three birthdays at the club for his 70th, 80th and 85th birthdays. Join us as we celebrate Jimmy's 86th birthday with his stellar big band featuring Antonio Hart (alto sax and flute), Sharel Cassity (alto sax and flute),Charles Davis (tenor sax), Andres Boiarsky (tenor sax and flute), Gary Smulyan (baritone sax), Frank Greene (trumpet), Greg Gisbert (trumpet), Freddie Hendrix (trumpet), Diego Urcola (trumpet), Steve Davis (trombone), Jason Jackson (trombone), John Mosca(trombone), Douglas Purviance (bass trombone), Jeb Patton (piano), David Wong (bass), and Lewis Nash (drums).

Usdan Festival Announces Upcoming Concerts: Tokyo Quartet, Randy Brecker and More
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 15, 2012


Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts (www.usdan.com) announces its Festival Concerts lineup for its 45th season.

Debby Boone: REFLECTIONS OF ROSEMARY Plays Yoshi's Jazz Club in San Francisco, 5/20
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2012


Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

John West Plays Yoshi's Jazz Club in San Francisco Tonight, 5/19
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2012


Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

Cyrille Aimee Comes to Yoshi's Jazz Club in San Francisco Tonight, 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2012


Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

KLYMAXX Plays Yoshi's Jazz Club in San Francisco Tonight, 5/8
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2012


Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

NEXT, KLYMAXX, et al. Set for Yoshi's Jazz Club in San Francisco
by Max Schwager - May 2, 2012


Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

Bjork Percussionist and 24-Member Choir Perform at La MaMa, 2/27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2012


La Mama will continue its new Monday Nights at La Mama series -- a signature program of the company's 50th anniversary season -- on Monday, February 27 at 7:30 p.m. at La MaMa (74 E. 4 St.) with an evening of New World Music featuring Bjork percussionist Manu Delago and the 24-member Bjork choir, Graduale Nobili, along with veteran La MaMa musicians Peter Gordon and Kit Fitzgerald.

Bjork Percussionist and 24-Member Choir Perform at La MaMa, 2/27
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 24, 2012


La Mama will continue its new Monday Nights at La Mama series -- a signature program of the company's 50th anniversary season -- on Monday, February 27 at 7:30 p.m. at La MaMa (74 E. 4 St.) with an evening of New World Music featuring Bjork percussionist Manu Delago and the 24-member Bjork choir, Graduale Nobili, along with veteran La MaMa musicians Peter Gordon and Kit Fitzgerald.

Anat Cohen Quartet To Make Miller Theatre Jazz Series Debut 2/11
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2012


Miller Theatre At Columbia University School of the Arts 'turns up the heat' on its Jazz series with the Miller debut of Anat Cohen Quartet Saturday, February 11, 8:00 p.m.

The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company Presents the World Premiere of STORY/TIME, Beginning 1/21
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2012


The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company will present the world premiere of Jones' "Story/Time" at Peak Performances at Montclair State University, January 21-22 & 26-29. "Story/Time" marks Jones' third commission from Peak.

Anat Cohen Quartet To Make Miller Theatre Jazz Series Debut 2/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 10, 2012


Miller Theatre At Columbia University School of the Arts 'turns up the heat' on its Jazz series with the Miller debut of Anat Cohen Quartet Saturday, February 11, 8:00 p.m.

Frank London’s Klezmer Brass Band Allstars Perform A Hanukkah Concert
by BWW News Desk - Dec 27, 2011


Frank London's Klezmer Brass Band Allstars will perform a Hanukkah concert at The Jewish Museum on Tuesday, December 27 at 7:30 pm.

The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company Presents the World Premiere of STORY/TIME, Beginning 1/21
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 20, 2011


The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company will present the world premiere of Jones' "Story/Time" at Peak Performances at Montclair State University, January 21-22 & 26-29. "Story/Time" marks Jones' third commission from Peak.

Wolf Trap Announces Retirement of President and CEO Terrence D. Jones in 2012
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 19, 2011


Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announced today that President and CEO Terrence D. Jones will retire at the end of 2012 following 17 years of service leading the not for profit arts and education organization. Jones joined Wolf Trap in 1996 and during his tenure, has positioned the organization as a premier center for the integration of performing arts, education, technology, and environmental sustainability. Under Jones' leadership Wolf Trap has continued in the legacy of its founder, Catherine Filene Shouse, and has achieved numerous milestones and gained recognition as a top performing arts center.

Frank London’s Klezmer Brass Band Allstars Perform A Hanukkah Concert
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 19, 2011


Frank London's Klezmer Brass Band Allstars will perform a Hanukkah concert at The Jewish Museum on Tuesday, December 27 at 7:30 pm.

Wolf Trap Foundation Announces Retirement of President and CEO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 7, 2011


Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announced today that President and CEO Terrence D. Jones will retire at the end of 2011 following 17 years of service leading the not for profit arts and education organization.

BWW All Stars - ¡Conoce a Tsidii LeLoka!
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Nov 17, 2011


¿Quieres conocer a Tsidii LeLoka? El próximo 25 de Noviembre BroadwayWorld Spain organizará un encuentro con el público para conocer a la actriz que originó el papel de Rafiki en la producción original de Broadway de El Rey León. La cita será a las 18h en el auditorio del Café National Geographic y la entrada es gratuita hasta completar el aforo. ¡No te lo pierdas!

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