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Three contemporary issues – climate change, housing insecurity, and economic inequity – become a unifying force driving redevelopment in Liberty City, Miami. Until recently, it was home to the oldest segregated public housing project in the United States, Liberty Square. Now, it is ground zero for a burgeoning trend: climate gentrification.

The new single from celebrated chanteuse Natalie Douglas – the vivacious big band arrangement of the Cole Porter classic “Begin the Beguine” – available via streaming and digital download.

The Bucks County production of WHITE CHRISTMAS, starring Broadway performer Jeremiah James, is the stuff Christmas - and earworms - are made of.

Motown, Broadway, concert and multi-Grammy-nominated recording star Freda Payne will present her nationally acclaimed musical show, A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, for one-night only Friday, February 16 at 8 p.m. at Marin Center's Showcase Theatre.

All who attended the “Jolly Sinatra Birthday and Holiday Giving Event!” on Sunday, December 10, 2023, overlooking the lovely marina in Avon-By-The-Sea, New Jersey, were wowed by the fascinating lecture given by Sinatra Scholar Charles L. “Chuck” Granata,  who relayed stories and personal insights about the ever popular musical icon, Frank Sinatra.

Born one long ago December, this music star of stars has had a lasting impact all these years. Follow the clues about other notables born in this month and figure out who gets this month's birthday applause.

Vanguard University's Department of Theatre Arts presents It's a Wonderful Life: The Live Radio Play, a heartwarming Christmas classic reimagined as a 1940s radio show. Directed by Preston Butler III, this production brings the story to life in a brand-new way. Don't miss this inspiring and magical Christmas experience.

The Thalians will host their annual star studded Winter Gala, with proceeds benefitting the charity.  The 2023 gala will honor actor and humanitarian, Gary Sinise, with their highest honor, the Mr. Wonderful Award, for his efforts on behalf of our service men and women through the Gary Sinise Foundation. 

The National Comedy Center, the United States' official cultural institution dedicated to the art form of comedy, announced today that it will be preserving an archival collection from Don Rickles' estate, showcasing the late comedy legend's six-decade career.

Ben Vereen, one of North America’s greatest entertainers, will perform his popular stage show, Steppin’ Out with BEN VEREEN at The Strand Theater, in Zelienople, PA.

CHITA: A MEMOIR wins Gold Medal for Best Autobiography-English at the 2023 International Latino Book Awards.

Broadway Palm kicks off their ever-popular Concert Series with RAT PACK LIVE! playing November 1 through 5, 2023. Head back in time with three of the best impersonators in the country as they hit the Broadway Palm stage with an energetic yet intimate Vegas lounge act.

James Beaman has come out of retirement but he has also come out as a cabaret artist working under his own name and persona in an extremely personal nightclub act.

'For Once in My Life I have someone who needs me...' goes the song. Now there's the show we need, packed with entertainment and insight, that tells about the songs of its lyricist, Ron Miller.

Denise Tomasello, Chicago's Cabaret Queen, returns for Davenport's 25th Anniversary celebration. Join her on November 25th for an unforgettable concert featuring musical tributes and show-stopping Broadway numbers. Don't miss this Chicago musical institution.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, features one of the prestigious hospitality programs educating students in the creative economy. The highly ranked William F. Harrah College of Hospitality is presenting A Night of a Thousand Days at UNLV, starring Tony Arias and Keith Thompson Oct. 19 and Oct. 26 and starring Bruce Ewing and Philip Fortenberry Nov. 9 and Nov. 16.

Fool La La: Holiday Gift comes to The Marsh Berkeley from Dec. 27-30 for a festive and fun-filled holiday experience. Don't miss this unique show!

Day of the Dead LIVE! Día de los Muertos Themed Show for Children and Adults at Brooklyn Art Haus from October 18 - November 1, 2023. Experience a musical journey celebrating the holiday of family remembrance with larger-than-life characters, puppets, and live music.

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre announces casting for THIS BITTER EARTH. An interracial gay male couple navigates differences amidst events of the BLM movement.