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50th Anniversary Reflections of WHO'S NEXT Streams From The Rock Project This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2021

A brand new production company called The Rock Project has launched right here on Long Island and is streaming its inaugural production nation-wide this weekend from the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts.

Michael Cerveris' Loose Cattle Shares Vic Chesnutt Cover 'Aunt Avis'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 22, 2021

Cerveris served as sideman for Hüsker Dü’s Bob Mould and shared stages with Pete Townshend, The Breeders, The Pixies’ Frank Black, Teenage Fanclub and beyond. He also previously starred in films with Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, James Gandolfini, and John C. Reilly, Broadway shows from The Who’s Tommy to Sweeney Todd, as well as Hedwig.

Mick Fleetwood & Friends Release New Single 'Albatross'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 8, 2021

The live participants that night at the concert included Neil Finn, Noel Gallagher, Billy Gibbons, David Gilmour, Kirk Hammett, John Mayall, Christine McVie, Jeremy Spencer, Zak Starkey, Pete Townshend, Steven Tyler and Bill Wyman.

'The Who Sell Out' Livestream Premieres April 22
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 1, 2021

The Who is one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century with over 100 million records sold worldwide, and the documentary explores their groundbreaking record in detail.

The Rock Project Presents 50th Anniversary Celebration of WHO'S NEXT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2021

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced the partnership with The Rock Project to honor the 50th anniversary of The Who's legendary album Who's Next, along with other greatest hits, in a live-stream performance from the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts.

The Rock Project Presents 50th Anniversary Reflections Of WHO'S NEXT With Stream
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2021

The Rock Project honors the 50th anniversary of The Who's legendary album WHO'S NEXT along with other greatest hits in a streamed performance shot live from the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, Long Island's premier concert hall.

Music Compound Presents 'Modern Musician Workshop'
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2021

Music Compound is determined to help aspiring artists take charge of their career and set themselves up for success. During a virtual presentation featuring professional flutist Gina Luciani, attendees will learn how to network the right way, create their brand, market themselves, and use social media to further their careers.

Mick Fleetwood & Friends Celebrate Peter Green With 'Rattlesnake Shake'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 25, 2021

The release is the second taste of the stunning one-off celebration which, due to global Covid restrictions and cinema closures, is coming to a soon to be announced, video on demand online in April 2021, as well as being released in special boxset formats.

Constantine Maroulis, Lana Gordon, Justin Matthew Sargent & More to Take Part in Performance Honoring WHO'S NEXT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2021

The Rock Project is honoring the 50th anniversary of The Who’s legendary album WHO’S NEXT along with other greatest hits in a streamed performance shot live from the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, Long Island’s premier concert hall.

The Rock Project Presents REFLECTIONS OF WHO'S NEXT
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2021

The Rock Project honors the 50th anniversary of The Who's legendary album WHO'S NEXT along with other greatest hits in a streamed performance shot live from the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, Long Island's premier concert hall.

How You Can Help Historic New York Theatre Venues Stay Afloat
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2021

The entertainment industry has been hit hard by the health crisis, and many venues and arts organizations are in danger of closing.

Fundraiser to Save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theater Raises Over $319,000
by Stephi Wild - Dec 26, 2020

A fundraiser was recently launched to help save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theater. Since 1978, West Bank Cafe has been one of the epicenters of New York City's theatre community, and due to the pandemic, it is on the verge of permanently closing. A GoFundMe campaign was launched, alongside a Virtual Telethon, to raise the necessary funds to stay afloat.

André De Shields, Bobby Cannavale, Laura Bell Bundy and More Join SAVE WEST BANK CAFE VIRTUAL TELETHON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 24, 2020

Since 1978, West Bank Cafe has been one of the epicenters of New York City’s theatre community, and due to the pandemic, it is on the verge of permanently closing. With Broadway dark, tourism down, indoor dining closed, and no relief plan in sight, 2020 has created a plethora of financial problems for the beloved theater district institution. 

Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Pete Townshend & More Join SAVE WEST BANK CAFE VIRTUAL TELETHON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2020

Since 1978, West Bank Cafe has been one of the epicenters of New York City’s theatre community, and due to the pandemic, it is on the verge of permanently closing. With Broadway dark, tourism down, indoor dining closed, and no relief plan in sight, 2020 has created a plethora of financial problems for the beloved theater district institution. 

Mick Fleetwood & Friends Celebrate The Music Of Peter Green
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 24, 2020

On February 25, 2020, mere days before the first case of COVID-19 was discovered in the UK, as the ongoing pandemic necessitated the suspension of modern society, a very special concert took place at the legendary Palladium in London celebrating the songs of Peter Green and the original incarnation of Fleetwood Mac.

Tune in to a ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: BAND TOGETHER Encore Presentation Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2020

Last night's ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: BAND TOGETHER will receive a special encore presentation tonight (Tuesday, November 10) at 10:00 PM ET on Broadway On Demand. The show features Joan Jett; Alexa Ray Joel; Rick Negron; Adam Pascal, Constantine Maroulis; and honoree Bill Porter, and many others.

VIDEO: Watch 'Pinball Wizard' From the Stratford Festival's 2013 Production of TOMMY
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2020

The Stratford Festival has released a new flashback video to its 2013 production of Tommy.

Happy Alert: OLD SHOW QUEENS is a blast of theater love!
by Alan Henry - Oct 16, 2020

Special Offer - Happy Alert: OLD SHOW QUEENS is a blast of theater love!

Johnny Schaefer Releases New Uplifting, Inspiring, Emotionally-Charged Pop Ballad
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 31, 2020

Johnny Schaefer is a Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter of eclectic music.

The Who Launch 'Join Together @ Home'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 6, 2020

Commencing this weekend, The Who, in collaboration with YouTube will launch a six-week celebration of their incredible live performances.

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