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Jazz Flutist Andrea Brachfeld Celebrates New CD
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2018


Jazz flutist and Jersey City resident Andrea Brachfeld and Insight celebrate the release of her newest CD 'If Not Now, When?' at Trumpets Jazz Club in Montclair on Friday, May 18. In addition to Ms. Brachfeld, Insight features pianist Bill O'Connell, bassist Harvie S, and drummer Jason Tiemann.

BWW Previews: SONNY TURNER at Suncoast Showroom
by Debbie Hall - Apr 6, 2018


Sonny Turner, doo wop crooner and former lead singer man of The Platters, brings back the magic to the Suncoast Showroom on April 8.

Photo Flash: The Lakewood Playhouse Presents PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2018


The Lakewood Playhouse is proud to present the FIFTH SHOW of its 79th SEASON: The South Sound Premier of the Funny-Filled Adventure - PETER AND THE STARCATCHER! Sponsored by LAKEWOOD FORD!

Sammy Williams, Tony Winning A CHORUS LINE Star Dies at 69
by Robert Diamond - Mar 17, 2018


BroadwayWorld is sad to report that Sammy Williams, best known for his Tony Award winning performance as Paul San Marco in the original production of A Chorus Line, has passed away at 69.

PETER & THE STARCATCHER Opens at Lakewood Playhouse in 2 Weeks
by Julie Musbach - Mar 15, 2018


The Lakewood Playhouse is proud to present the FIFTH SHOW of its 79th SEASON: The South Sound Premier of the Funny-Filled Adventure - PETER AND THE STARCATCHER! Sponsored by LAKEWOOD FORD!

The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Awards 5th Annual Ovation Award
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2018


Music teachers make a tremendous impact on the lives of their students and, for the fifth year, the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra and several partners search for an outstanding and inspirational teacher to honor with the PYO Ovation Award. Nominators who are current or former students and of any age, submit a 250-word statement about "the music teacher who changed my life." The PYO Ovation Award is endowed by H.E.L.P. Foundation and sponsored by Jacobs Music Company, J.W. Pepper and WRTI-90.1 FM.

Famed Jazz Banjoist/Entertainer Brings Her Swingin' Sound to Birdland
by Julie Musbach - Jan 17, 2018


CYNTHIA SAYER, the internationally celebrated jazz banjoist and vocalist, will lead her Joyride Quartet in The Hot Jazz Banjo Show in a rare New York City concert appearance at the legendary jazz club Birdland on Thursday, March 15 at 6:00 PM. Birdland is located at 315 W. 44th Street in Manhattan. Tickets: $30.

Cast Announced for BROADWAY VALENTINE at Queens Theatre - Alysha Umphress and Cody Williams; Kyle Dean Massey and Taylor Frey; Stephen Buntrock and Tony Nominee Erin Dill
by Julie Musbach - Jan 12, 2018


Queens Theatre (Taryn Sacramone, Executive Director) will present Broadway Valentine, a concert-style revue produced by Stephen DeAngelis exclusively for Queens Theatre, located at 14 United Nations Avenue South in Flushing Meadows Corona Park for two performances only on February 17 at 8pm and February 18 at 3pm.

Former Lead Singer Of The Platters Sonny Turner And Queen Of Comedy Sommore Return To Suncoast In January
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2018


Former lead singer of The Platters Sonny Turner and award-winning comedienne Sommore will perform at Suncoast Showroom in January. Guests can also enjoy free dance parties and live entertainment throughout the month.

Photo Flash: The Lakewood Playhouse presents AMERICAN IDIOT by Green Day
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2018


The Lakewood Playhouse is proud to present the THIRD SHOW of our 79th SEASON: The South Sound Premier of the Rock Opera AMERICAN IDIOT by Green Day

Lakewood Playhouse Presents GREEN DAY'S AMERICAN IDIOT
by Julie Musbach - Dec 18, 2017


The Lakewood Playhouse is proud to present the THIRD SHOW of our 79th SEASON: The South Sound Premier of the Rock Opera AMERICAN IDIOT by Green Day

Tacoma Musical Playhouse to Present ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by BWW News Desk - Nov 24, 2017


Tacoma Musical Playhouse (TMP) announces its second musical of the 2017-2018 season, Once Upon a Mattress.

Boston Launches 14th Annual MAYOR'S HOLIDAY SPECIAL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2017


Mayor Martin J. Walsh has launched of the 14th Annual Mayor's Holiday Special supported by the Highland Street Foundation, produced by ArtsBoston and created in partnership with the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau. Tickets are on sale now at www.MayorsHoliday.com and at the ArtsBoston Booths located at Copley Square and Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

Tacoma Musical Playhouse to Present ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2017


Tacoma Musical Playhouse (TMP) announces its second musical of the 2017-2018 season, Once Upon a Mattress.

Tony Nominee Vanessa Williams Joins CBS Comedy ME, MYSELF & I
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 25, 2017


Vanessa Williams will join the cast of the new CBS comedy ME, MYSELF & I in a recurring role opposite fellow Broadway alum John Larroquette. The Emmy-nominated actress will portray Kelly Frasier, described as 'Older Alex Riley's (Larroquette) arch-rival who eventually becomes his love interest.'

Pete Levin 'Mobius' CD Release Performance on Nov. 8 at The Cutting Room NYC
by Robert Diamond - Oct 17, 2017


Keyboardist-arranger-composer Pete Levin's ninth solo release, M bius, was recorded live in the studio in two days, capturing the 'no boundaries' spirit of Gil Evans. The music explores textural grooves ranging from straight-ahead bop to funk, world-beat, and the experimental. He is set for a CD Release Performance on November 8 at 7:00pm at The Cutting Room, 44 E. 32nd St., New York. More info, click here.

Keyboardist/Arranger/Composer Pete Levin New CD 'Mobius'
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 22, 2017


Keyboardist-arranger-composer Pete Levin's ninth solo release, Mo?bius, was recorded live in the studio in two days, capturing the 'no boundaries' spirit of Gil Evans. The music explores textural grooves ranging from straight-ahead bop to funk, world-beat, and the experimental.

John McLaughlin's 'Live at Ronnie Scott's' Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2017


“Ronnie Scott's…” mused the boundary-shattering guitarist John McLaughlin, “…where would I be without them?” The venerable London jazz club and its charismatic namesake gave so much to McLaughlin's career, the roots of which extend as far back as McLaughlin's stint as a member of the club's house band in the 1960s.

New Album from John McLaughlin Due Out This September
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2017


On September 15, Abstract Logix issues Live @ Ronnie Scott's – a souvenir of a sold-out, two-night stand at the beloved venue by John McLaughlin and the 4th Dimension, recorded in March of 2017.

COTTON CANDY AND COCAINE! A New Musical Gets NYC Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2017


Theatre C in association with Long Island City Artists Inc. invite you to a workshop production of Cotton Candy and Cocaine!

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