Charlie Rose has called her voice 'the most under-appreciated in all of music today.' Legendary producer Quincy Jones declared her his goddaughter upon hearing her sing. And sing she has her entire life - from her professional debut at the Apollo at age 5 and through 17 solo albums, 20 Billboard charting songs, multiple Grammy Awards, an Oscar nom and countless collaborations.
The Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) has been shortlisted in this year's ‘Ones to Recognise' feature which is published as part of The Sunday Times PricewaterhouseCoopers Profit Track 100 Ones to Recognise.
Royal George, 1641 N. Halsted, opens its doors at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 19th, 2010 in honor of Michael Cullen, owner of the Mercury Theater and Cullen's, and a thirty five-year veteran producer and pioneer in the development of Chicagoland theater as it is known today. Recently suffering from a stroke, Mr. Cullen requires extensive therapy treatments. The entertainment line-up is still to be announced for this event.
Tony Award-winner Leslie Uggams (Hallelujah, Baby!) concludes an exclusive three-week engagement - her first New York cabaret appearance in 18 years - at the Café Carlyle April 17. 'Leslie Uggams: Uptown Downtown' began performances on Tuesday, March 30.
Led by Artistic Director Judith Jamison, now celebrating her 20th year as artistic director, stars of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the rising young dancers of Ailey II, and gifted students from The Ailey School will perform together on Tuesday, May 4th at 7pm on the world famous Apollo stage, where stars are born and legends are made.
Come see Patti Austin in a very special performance at 8pm on Wednesday, May 12th at B.B. King Blues Club and Grill. This native New Yorker and GRAMMY winner made her professional debut at the Apollo Theater when she was 5 years old!
On Thursday, May 20, The Jazz Foundation of America will presents its 9th annual 'A Great Night in Harlem' from 8 PM to 10 PM at the Apollo Theater (253 West 125th St. New York, NY).
The New York Times reports today that the producers of WICKED in the West End are cracking down on piracy, threatening an indefinite ban from the show for anyone who illegally records the musical live. This announcement comes on the heels of one fan had recorded the entire musical from their seat and posted it on YouTube.
Following his acclaimed run of Emergency in 2008, Obie and Ovation Award winner Daniel Beaty will end his return run to the Geffen Playhosue with his new show Through the Night, at the Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater on April 4. Directed by Charles Randolph-Wright, Through the Night is a new piece on family, community and the power of possibility.
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., Ailey's Official Vehicle Partner, is providing support to bring Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's inspiring performances to audiences in 20 cities through June. In combination with the tour, Toyota's redesigned 2011 Avalon will welcome audiences at theaters in Richmond, VA; Jacksonville, FL; Miami, FL; and New York City at Brooklyn Academy of Music from June 10th - 20th and at Ailey at the Apollo!, a special benefit evening on May 4th at Harlem's world famous Apollo Theater, 'where stars are born and legends are made.'
Tony Award-winner Leslie Uggams (Hallelujah, Baby!) opened her exclusive three-week engagement - her first New York cabaret appearance in 18 years - at the Cafe Carlyle last night, March 30. 'Leslie Uggams: Uptown Downtown' will play through Saturday, April 17, 2010 at the famed night spot. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening night celebration, as were friends Celisse Henderson, Capathia Jenkins, Chuck Cooper, Tommy Tune, Karen Akers and more.
WICKED, recently voted London's 'Most Popular Show' (2010 Laurence Olivier Awards) and 'Best West End Show' (2010 Whatsonstage.com Awards), welcomes its brand new London cast from tonight (29 March, 2010).
As Wicked London prepares to welcome its fourth official principal Elphaba and third Glinda, we have a look back at the previous duos that have graced the stage of the Apollo Victoria.
The NOKIA Theatre, located in Times Square, has announced the performers participating in the HSBC Jazz Festival. The Festival will take place on March 25, 27, & 28, 2010.
The NOKIA Theatre, located in Times Square, has announced the performers participating in the HSBC Jazz Festival. The Festival will take place on March 25, 27, & 28, 2010.
Camille A. Brown and Andrea Miller and Monica Bill Barnes and Kate Weare present two programs from August 9-14, 2010 at The Joyce Theater. 175 Eighth Avenue, NYC. Ms. Brown's new ensemble and Ms. Miller's company Gallim Dance share the first program.
From the warrior chefs that served you up BAD GUYS IN SUITS and HORRIBLE comes a brand-new epic rock musical comedy about service and soup, war and whites, battle and bread. It is night at the Laconia Steakhouse and eight servers are faced with the largest crowd they've ever seen.
The NOKIA Theatre, located in Times Square, has announced the performers participating in the HSBC Jazz Festival. The Festival will take place on March 25, 27, & 28, 2010.
Karen Mason, Broadway & recording star will be heading to Queens this summer to direct students in a Cabaret Workshop Camp for teens produced by the Theatre Arts Center in Bayside. On Broadway Ms. Mason starred in Sunset Boulevard, Mama Mia, Hairspray, and most recently, the Queens of Hearts in Frank Wildhorn's new musical, Wonderland.
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