Although they had to close their doors to inside shows on March 13th, move/cancel more than 120 shows so far (equaling a loss of more than $3 million in ticket income), and cancel their Summer Gala, the other big fundraiser that they depend on, The Ridgefield Playhouse, a nonprofit theater in Ridgefield CT, is not going to let the hard times of COVID-19 get in the way of celebrating a giant milestone.
by A.A. Cristi -
Since the Save Our Stages Act was introduced in July, bipartisan Congressional support has continued to grow - even through the August Recess. Representatives Brendan Boyle, Matt Cartwright, Michael Doyle, Dwight Evans, Brian Fitzpatrick, Connor Lamb and Susan Wild are among the 147 U.S. Senators and Representatives who have signed on as co-sponsors of the legislation to date, which is aimed at providing relief to independent live venues, promoters and festivals across the nation have been shuttered with no revenue and high overhead since March with no timeline for reopening.
by Chloe Rabinowitz -
'Imagine A World That Didn't Sing' was written by award winning LA based composer Alexander Rudd and UK based writer/lyricist John Nicholson. What started out as a small project to encourage and support a group of BYMT members during lockdown grew exponentially.
by Sarah Jae Leiber -
Stick Figure Entertainment, in association with American Masters Pictures, is proud to announce Twyla Moves (w.t.), a feature documentary
by Stephi Wild -
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that William 'Bill' Pursell has died of Covid related pneumonia.
by A.A. Cristi -
In its first ticketed livestream production, Arden Concert Gild presents an evening with David Bromberg live from Arden Gild Hall on Saturday, September 19, 2020 a?" the night of his 75th birthday.
by Sarah Jae Leiber -
Nashvillea??s Music Row is as complicated as the myths that surround it. And there are plenty, from an adulterous French fur trader to an adventurous antebellum widow, from the early Quonset hut recordings to record labels in glass highrise towers and from a?oeYour Cheatina?? Hearta?? to a?oeStrawberry Wine.a?? Hidden History of Music Row, a new book from Arcadia Publishing & The History Press, sets out to tell the full, unadulterated story of the heart of Music City.
by Chloe Rabinowitz -
Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Michael Kanan to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, August 26, at 6PM EDT, to discuss his career leading his own trio as well as his work with acclaimed jazz vocalists Jane Monheit and Jimmy Scott.
by Stephi Wild -
In its first ticketed livestream production, Arden Concert Gild presents an evening with David Bromberg live from Arden Gild Hall on Saturday, September 19, 2020 a?" the night of his 75th birthday.
by Stephi Wild -
Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Catherine Russell to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, August 26, at 6PM EDT, to discuss her solo career and her work as a backup singer for David Bowie, Steely Dan, and more.
by Nicole Rosky -
This Weekend (August 15-16) in live streaming: Stephanie J. Block sings with Seth Rudetsky, Carrie reunites on Stars in the House, and so much more!
by A.A. Cristi -
Though the reach of Gershwin's classic tunes has proved vast, no other song from his canon has quite matched the monumental success of Porgy and Bess' opening aria, 'Summertime.'
by Stephi Wild -
Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Nanny Assis to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, August 12, at 6PM EDT, to discuss his albums, collaborations, influences and ability to blend Brazilian rhythms and American jazz.
by Chloe Rabinowitz -
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced another event for the community, Bobbie's Summer Series, where on select weekends in August, Berkshire County's talented musicians and dancers will provide diverse entertainment for adults and children alike.
by Chloe Rabinowitz -
The Yarmouth Drive-in on Cape Cod has added a pair of new shows to the Drive-on Concert Series. First, acclaimed singer-songwriter Grace Potter takes the stage Friday, August 21. Then comedian and Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano brings his hilarious standup to the drive-in on August 22.
by Stephi Wild -
Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Aisha and Darius DeHaas to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, July 29, at 6PM EDT, to discuss the siblings' multi-faceted careers in jazz, theater, television, film and in clubs and concert halls.
by Chloe Rabinowitz -
Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.
by Chloe Rabinowitz -
Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.
by Stephi Wild -
Gabrielle Stravelli - the celebrated jazz-pop vocalist and songwriter described as a 'lighthouse of emotional integrity' by Downbeat and as a 'quadruple threat and force to be reckoned with' by jazz icon Bob Dorough - debuted a new online talk show, 'The Early Set' featuring conversations with American and international jazz artists on Wednesday, June 24th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz -
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center is introducing the Anne & Sheldon Vogel Virtual Concert Series, Thursday evenings at 7 pm, beginning on July 16, streaming on Facebook Live. Co-produced by Remember Jones and Andrew DePrisco, this summer series includes a lineup of Broadway stars, American Idol alumni, and up-and-coming young artists.
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