Miriam Makeba News

ELLA FITZGERALD - A CENTURY IN SONG Comes To Artscape Arena

by Stephi Wild — November 1, 2018

The Jazz world recently celebrated the magnificent Ella Fitzgerald's 100th birthday.

Photo Flash: Remembering the Late Carol Hall

by Walter McBride — October 15, 2018

As BroadwayWorld sadly reported last week, composer/lyricist/actress Carol Hall passed away at age 82.

Broadway's Carol Hall Passes Away at Age 82

by Julie Musbach — October 12, 2018

BroadwayWorld is sad to report that composer/lyricist/actress Carol Hall has passed away at age 82.

BWW Album Review: KING KONG Original London Cast Recording

by Jenny Ell — September 26, 2018

Not to be confused with the misunderstood silverback gorilla soon to be playing on Broadway, the Original London Cast Recording of South African musical King Kong is being released by Stage Door Records on CD this week.

City Winery Chicago Announces Special Holiday Show with AMERICAN IDOL Winner Kris Allen

by Kaitlin Milligan — September 18, 2018

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W.

The Empress Theatre Presents Maye Cavallaro Today, Today

by BWW News Desk — September 15, 2018

Exceptionally sophisticated and emotional vocalist, Maye Cavallaro has been singing classic songs since she discovered her Mother's "Sing Along with Mitch" records at age 6.

Booking Opens Today For Hilton Arts Festival

by BWW News Desk — September 14, 2018

Booking for KZN's premier arts festival: the 26th annual Hilton Arts Festival which will be hosted on the campus of Hilton College from 14 - 16 September, 2018, opens nation-wide today.

Stage Door Records Announces Release of KING KONG London Cast Album

by Marianka Swain — August 31, 2018

The Empress Theatre Presents Maye Cavallaro Saturday, 9/15

by A.A. Cristi — August 28, 2018

Exceptionally sophisticated and emotional vocalist, Maye Cavallaro has been singing classic songs since she discovered her Mother's "Sing Along with Mitch" records at age 6.

Booking Opens Today For Hilton Arts Festival

by Stephi Wild — August 13, 2018

Booking for KZN's premier arts festival: the 26th annual Hilton Arts Festival which will be hosted on the campus of Hilton College from 14 - 16 September, 2018, opens nation-wide today.

Carnegie Hall Citywide Concert Series Brings Music To Audiences In NYC Boroughs In 2018-2019 Season

by A.A. Cristi — June 6, 2018

Throughout the upcoming 2018-2019 season, the Carnegie Hall Citywide concert series will bring more than thirty free performances by top classical, jazz, world, and popular music artists to seventeen different venues across New York City.

South African Musical Composer And Cellist To Showcase At Soweto Theatre This June

by Stephi Wild — June 1, 2018

One of KwaZulu-Natal's finest musical talents, Thokozani Mhlambi, is set to perform a once-off concert in Johannesburg this June.

GRAND HOTEL, PASSION & More Will Be Featured in Signature Theatre's 2018-19 Season!

by Julie Musbach — April 17, 2018

Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and Managing Director Maggie Boland announce the full lineup for Signature Theatre's 2018/19 season.

Robbi Kumalo Pays Homage To Nina Simone At Rockwood Music Hall

by Stephi Wild — April 9, 2018

Robbi Kumalo will pay homage to Nina Simone at Rockwood Music Hall, Sunday May 20, 2018.

Music and Legacy of Harry Belafonte to Be Celebrated at Aaron Davis Hall in Honor of Icon's 91st Birthday

by Julie Musbach — February 14, 2018

The work and life of legendary artist and activist Harry Belafonte will be celebrated during a concert at Aaron Davis Hall on Thursday, March 1, at 7:30 p.

American Library Association announces 2018 youth media award winners

by Robert Diamond — February 12, 2018

AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION Announces 2018 Youth Media Award Winners! Newbery, Caldecott, Printz, & More!

by Bonnie Lynn Wagner — February 12, 2018

DENVER- The American Library Association (ALA) today announced the top books, video and audio books for children and young adults-including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Newbery and Printz awards-at its Midwinter Meeting in Denver, Colorado.

Alexander Upstairs Presents MAPUMBA LIVE AT ALEXANDER BAR

by Stephi Wild — January 29, 2018

Originally from the DRC, Mapumba is a talented performing and recording artist who has released 6 albums over his 17 years in the music industry.

MAC To Honor Sharon McNight, Ruby Rims, and James Gavin

by Stephi Wild — January 22, 2018

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) will present Tony nominee SHARON McNIGHT and RUBY RIMS with its 2018 Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 32nd Annual MAC Awards to be held Tuesday, March 27 at 7:00 pm at B.

Start the Countdown to 2018 with KING KONG's Early New Year's Eve Show at The Fugard

by Stephi Wild — December 6, 2017

Start the countdown to 2018 early in all-South African style at the Fugard Theatre on 31 December.