Broadway Catch Up: April 29 - Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sierra Boggess, Billy Porter, Ingrid Michaelson, Julie Halston, and more!
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 29, 2020
While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out yesterday's videos, from stars including Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sierra Boggess, Billy Porter, Ingrid Michaelson, Julie Halston, and more!
VIDEO: Billy Porter Performs 'For What It's Worth' on GMA
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Apr 28, 2020
Billy Porter has released a soul-stirring cover of Stephen Stills' “For What It's Worth,” as performed by Buffalo Springfield, continuing the legacy of using his art as a means to raise consciousness.
Tab Benoit, Oleta Adams and More Are Coming to City Winery Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Feb 4, 2020
City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, has announced Grammy-nominated musician Tab Benoit, gospel singer and pianist Oleta Adams, The Beach Boys founder Al Jardine and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Friday, January 31 at noon. Tickets will be available at citywinery.com/chicago.
State Theatre In Portland Celebrates 90th
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Nov 4, 2019
Bette Davis and John Wayne to Bo Diddley and Bob Dylan, the State Theatre in Portland has seen its share of stars since it first opened its doors on November 8, 1929. On Friday, November 8, 2019, the theatre will kick off a celebration of its 90th birthday with a week-long scavenger hunt around Portland with ticket and merchandise giveaways to mark the historic occasion. Details will be available via the State Theatre pages on Facebook and Instagram. Additional special events will be planned for November and December.
Judy Collins Is Coming to Joe's Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Nov 4, 2019
Iconic singer, songwriter, author and activist Judy Collins, the 2019 recipient of the Joe's Pub Vanguard Award & Residency, continues her takeover with an eight-night run, November 18-27, celebrating her latest album Winter Stories. A collaboration with critically acclaimed Norwegian folk artist Jonas Fjeld, and masterful bluegrass band Chatham County Line, Winter Stories is a collection of songs that capture the sounds and feeling of the winter season.
AN EVENING WITH GEORGE WINSTON Comes to The Lincoln
by Stephi Wild
- Sep 11, 2019
For more than 40 years, George Winston has inspired fans and musicians alike with his singular solo acoustic piano songs. Now touring in support of his 2019 release and 15th solo piano album, Restless Wind, Winston repurposes for the modern listener stunningly relevant works by musical greats such as Sam Cooke, The Doors, Stephen Stills, George and Ira Gershwin, Country Joe McDonald, and more. Restless Wind captures Winston's incomparable melodic language where piano textures and tones set the stage for vivid renderings of classic compositions.
OGCMA Presents DOO WOP EXTRAVAGANZA August 31 At The Great Auditorium
by Julie Musbach
- Aug 27, 2019
It wouldn't be summer in The Great Auditorium at The OCEAN GROVE CAMP MEETING ASSOCIATION (OGCMA) without the harmonies, choreography, costumes and mellow R&B of the '50s - a hot'n'rollin' DOO WOP EXTRAVAGANZA - and this 150th anniversary year is no different.
Geffen Playhouse Raises More Than $1.3 Million At Annual Backstage Fundraiser
by Stephi Wild
- May 21, 2019
Geffen Playhouse raised more than $1.3 million for the theater's education, community engagement and artistic initiatives at its 17th annual Backstage at the Geffen fundraiser held May 19, it was announced today. Danny Glover (Lethal Weapon franchise, The Color Purple, Dreamgirls) presented the Artistic Impact Award for Harry Belafonte, which was accepted by daughter Gina Belafonte on his behalf, and Jane Fonda (Grace & Frankie, Book Club, 9 to 5) presented the Distinction in Theater Award to Lily Tomlin.
'America Salutes You: Guitar Legends II' Concert Featuring a performance by Anthony Kearns To Air On AXS TV
by Stephi Wild
- Mar 23, 2019
This Sunday, March 24, internationally-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns will open the 'America Salutes You - Guitar Legends II' concert on AXS TV. The concert also features appearances and performances by such guitar legends as Sammy Hagar, Billy Gibbons, Dave Navarro, Robby Krieger, Stephen Stills, Orianthi, Joe Bonamassa, and more.
Boulder International Film Festival Closing Night & Special Guest, 3/3/19
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Jan 30, 2019
The Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) is pleased to announce Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and former lead singer of The Wallflowers, Jakob Dylan, will make a special appearance for the film Echo in The Canyon at BIFF's Closing Night on Sunday, March 3 at the Boulder Theater. This special screening of Echo In The Canyon, directed by music-industry veteran Andrew Slater and starring Jakob Dylan, features the sounds of LA's famous Laurel Canyon music scene in the '60s—including music from The Byrds, The Beach Boys, Buffalo Springfield, The Mamas & The Papas and more.
Stills & Collins Sold Out At Van Wezel
by BWW
News Desk
- Nov 16, 2018
On Today, November 16, 2018 at 8:00 PM, iconic folk singers Stephen Stills and Judy Collins make their Sarasota premiere, live on the Van Wezel stage in a sold-out performance! Their joint summer tour marks the first time Stills and Collins have been onstage together, while celebrating the golden anniversary of their formative time as a duo.
The Legendary Jim Messina And His Band Come to the Harris Center
by BWW
News Desk
- Nov 3, 2018
Jim Messina's legacy spans five decades and three acclaimed rock super groups: Loggins & Messina, Buffalo Springfield, and Poco. And he's had a vibrant solo career, plus a dizzying array of producing and engineering credits for such luminaries as The Doors, Joni Mitchell, and Herb Alpert. Performing with his band in Folsom, the concert will include songs we all know and love, from across his storied career. Get ready for "…a splendid good-timey sensibility and professionalism" (Los Angeles Times).
Judy Collins Named Recipient of Joe's Pub Vanguard Award & Residency
by Julie Musbach
- Oct 25, 2018
Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, is thrilled to announce Judy Collins as the 2019 recipient of The Vanguard Award & Residency, which celebrates the work and influence of an icon of American popular culture. The Vanguard Award & Residency is one of many initiatives that furthers The Public's commitment to nurturing and celebrating artists at all levels of their careers. Collins is honored for her legendary career inspiring audiences with her sublime vocals and boldly vulnerable songwriting, but also her fierce activism in social justice and mentorship to many artists. Beyond her own performances, the year under Collins's distinctive curatorial guidance will include Thomas Dybdahl on February 7, plus shows by Mx. Justin Vivian Bond andAri Hest in the spring.
Stills & Collins Sold Out At Van Wezel
by Stephi Wild
- Oct 16, 2018
On Friday, November 16, 2018 at 8:00 PM, iconic folk singers Stephen Stills and Judy Collins make their Sarasota premiere, live on the Van Wezel stage in a sold-out performance! Their joint summer tour marks the first time Stills and Collins have been onstage together, while celebrating the golden anniversary of their formative time as a duo.
Colorado Music Hall of Fame Announces 2018 Induction Class
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Oct 15, 2018
The Colorado Music Hall of Fame presented by Comfort Dental will host its next induction event Monday, December 3, 2018 at the historic Paramount Theatre. The induction of 97.3 KBCO and legendary concert promoter and artist manager Chuck Morris will be accompanied by a cavalcade of musical appearances from Amos Lee, Todd Park Mohr (Big Head Todd) & The Monsters, Isaac Slade and friends from the Fray, Bill Nershi and members of The String Cheese Incident, Vince Herman and Drew Emmitt from Leftover Salmon, Jeff Hanna and some members of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Leo Kottke along with backing band Chris Daniels & The Kings, plus more surprises to be announced.
PP Arnold Announces November/December Australian Tour
by Tori Hartshorn
- Oct 15, 2018
The '60s Soul/Swinging London icon returns in November & December for more shows with her band featuring Tim Rogers, Andy Kent and Russell Hopkinson of You Am I, Talei & Eliza Wolfgramm and James Black; as well as select shows with the Rockwiz Orchestra.
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