Tony Bennett News

The legendary 17-time Grammy Winner, Tony Bennett, and the Dominican superstar known as 'The Maestro,' Juan Luis Guerra, are set to perform their duet, 'Just in Time' on THE LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN, on Oct. 22. Bennett's newest album, 'Tony Bennett: Viva Duets,' is set for release on the same day.

First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, will be a guest on ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live" THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, marking her debut appearance on the late-night show. 

What better way to usher in the fall than a great show. Bergen Performing Arts Center announces EVERCLEAR, EVE 6 and just added NAMESAKE slated to perform Saturday October 27th at 8pm. Tickets available now at www.ticketmaster.com, or by visiting the box office at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood, New Jersey.

Trumpet virtuoso Allen Vizzutti has enjoyed a prolific career as performer and educator in both the jazz and classicAl Fields since his early days with Woody Herman's big band and his notable four-year tenure with Chick Corea. The release of Vizzutti's superb new CD 'Ritzville,' today October 16, is an especially welcome event because the in-demand trumpeter/composer has recorded all too infrequently as a leader. 'Ritzville' brings the focus back to his primary passion of "performing music I love with my jazz group."

Legendary singer/actress Vikki Carr, born Florencia Bisenta de Casillas Martinez Cardona in El Paso, Texas, skyrocketed to superstardom as an American pop singer in 1962 with 'He's a Rebel' followed by 'It Must Be Him' in 1967 and 'With Pen in Hand' in 1969. In the 80s and 90s her Spanish recordings brought her three Grammy Awards, and she set the precedent for cross over artists becoming successful in both English and Spanish. Now in 2012 she returns to the Sony label with a new album Viva la Vida, released on September 25. In our chat she talks about the album, the charity that is closest to her heart and how she feels about being a Mexican-American in show business.

Broadway leading man Robert Cuccioli has high standards, and they revealed themselves in his music on Monday night, when he joined the Broadway at Birdland concert series and celebrated his debut solo CD, "The Look Of Love." Below, check out photos of Cuccioli and more performing at the concert!

Tony Bennett has just unveiled an in-studio video of he and Argentine rock superstar, Vicentico, collaborating on the song 'Cold, Cold Heart,' from the upcoming 'Tony Bennett: Viva Duets' album. BroadwayWorld brings you a look below!

BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theatre site on the Internet, is excited to announce a new feature to its comprehensive regional coverage - the Featured Regional Theater of the Week! Each week, BWW will introduce its readers to a regional theater located in one of our (over 130!) coverage cities. By exploring these different venues, their history and showcasing the production seasons, BWW continues its commitment to expand our presence in communities and cities across the United States. This Week's Featured Regional Theater: Kansas City Starlight Theatre, Kansas City, MO

Lampkin Music Group is proud to present the NY Solo Debut of Singer, Laury Shelley, in 'My Time With Legrand' at the Metropolitan Room tonight and Wednesday, October 8th and 10th at @ 9:30 p.m. Two Shows Only! Music Cover : $20.00. Two Drink Minium. MAC Member Discount - $15.00. 34 West 22nd Street, NY. RSVP @ 1-212-206-0440.

Tony Bennett and his wife Susan Benedetto, hosted a gala event for Exploring the Arts tonight which raised over $1.2M for arts education in NYC public high schools. 17-time Grammy winner Sting opened the evening with a performance followed by gala host Katie Couric, who conducted an on stage interview with students supported by Exploring the Arts programs. The evening was capped by a performance by 17-time Grammy winner Tony Bennett.

Laugh with Capitol Steps at bergenPAC on Monday, October 22, 2012 at 8pm.

Prince Charming George Hamilton and callipygian Christopher Sieber are now on stage at the beautiful Fisher Theatre, in the outrageous and wacky musical "La Cage aux Folles". Broadway In Detroit is always working hard to bring entertainment that appeals to diverse audiences, and this is one of those niche productions that had audiences rolling in the floors with laughter.

Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell will soon release his second self-produced solo album SIMPLY BROADWAY, and, to inaugurate his 2012-2013 concert year, a five city charitable tour. In the video below he talks all about the new ablum, and what fans can expect. Click below to check it out!

When your first single from the Grease album, the biggest movie musical of all time, is chart-topping 'You're the One That I Want, and it becomes the best-selling duet in pop music history -- that's a tough act to follow. But almost 35 years later, John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John have combined their iconic voices for This Christmas, available November 13 from Universal Music Enterprises. A true labor of love made specifically for 'the giving season,' Travolta and Newton-John will donate the artist proceeds from the album equally to their respective charities, the Jett Travolta Foundation and the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre in Melbourne, Australia.

When your first single from the Grease album, the biggest movie musical of all time, is chart-topping 'You're the One That I Want, and it becomes the best-selling duet in pop music history -- that's a tough act to follow. But almost 35 years later, John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John have combined their iconic voices for This Christmas, available November 13 from Universal Music Enterprises.

As reported back in June, Rob Marshall has made Stephen Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS his next project at Warner Bros/Disney - and a starry reading just has kicked the project off.

David L. Reese, the former Curator of Gracie Mansion and Resident Director of Gunston Hall, historic home of George Mason, joins Louis Armstrong House Museum (LAHM) filling the newly created position of Curator as part of LAHM's Strategic Plan.

Jumpin' Jack Flashback! bergenPAC presents Satisfaction- the Rolling Stones Show Friday October 26th, 2012 at 8pm proudly welcomes Satisfaction, the Stones tribute band. Satisfaction is comprised of lead singer Chris LeGrand (Mick), Albert Ceccacci (Woody), Gerry Parsons (Keith), Jerry Howard (Charlie), and Michael 'Bones' Gerbino.

Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell today announced the release of his second self-produced solo album SIMPLY BROADWAY, and, to inaugurate his 2012-2013 concert year, a five city charitable tour.

MUSICIANS ON CALL-the non-profit organization that provides live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities-has gathered 20 exclusive 'VIP Experiences' from some of the top names in music and entertainment . Funds raised from all of the auctions-which run from September 27-October 18-will provide support for Musicians On Call's inaugural program at Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA Medical Center and expand its new Los Angeles branch to include additional programs, increasing the number of patients and hospitals served nationwide.