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Aguilera, McBride, Hudson, et. al Celebrate Achievement of Aretha Franklin at Grammy's
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2011


As a 'valentine' and 'get-well card' to Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award and GRAMMY Legend Award recipient Aretha Franklin, four-time GRAMMY winner Yolanda Adams, four-time GRAMMY winner and Latin GRAMMY winner Christina Aguilera, GRAMMY winner Jennifer Hudson, country superstar Martina McBride, and current nominee Florence Welch will join together on the 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards in celebration of the 18-time GRAMMY winner and current nominee's music and ongoing legacy. The special segment will feature individual and collective performances of some of the Queen of Soul's classic hits and will add to the stellar lineup for Music's Biggest Night.

Bob Dylan Among Performers Set to Appear at Grammys, 2/13
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 10, 2011


Ten-time GRAMMY® winner and Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Bob Dylan will perform with current GRAMMY® nominee Mumford & Sons and folk-rock band the Avett Brothers in a special salute to acoustic music

Aguilera, McBride, Hudson, et. al Celebrate Achievement of Aretha Franklin at Grammy's
by Adam Britten - Feb 9, 2011


As a 'valentine' and 'get-well card' to Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award and GRAMMY Legend Award recipient Aretha Franklin, four-time GRAMMY winner Yolanda Adams, four-time GRAMMY winner and Latin GRAMMY winner Christina Aguilera, GRAMMY winner Jennifer Hudson, country superstar Martina McBride, and current nominee Florence Welch will join together on the 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards in celebration of the 18-time GRAMMY winner and current nominee's music and ongoing legacy. The special segment will feature individual and collective performances of some of the Queen of Soul's classic hits and will add to the stellar lineup for Music's Biggest Night.

Arsht Center Celebrates Black History Month 2011
by Beau Higgins - Feb 3, 2011


Now celebrating its Fifth Anniversary Season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County proudly presents Black History Month 2011. The Adrienne Arsht Center is preparing to host a variety of activities and performances celebrating the African Diaspora throughout the month of February. These include the gospel musical CROWNS, FESTEJO: PERU NEGRO & EVA AYLLON, RHAW/RENNIE HARRIS AWE-INSPIRING WORKS, FREE GOSPEL SUNDAYS WITH KURT CARR, ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER, and JAZZ ROOTS: CELEBRATING MILES.

Ne-yo, Keyshia Cole, et al. to Perform at BET HONORS, 2/21
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 11, 2011


The fourth annual BET HONORS gears up for a highly anticipated show on Saturday, January 15 with a premiere during Black History Month on Monday, February 21 at 9:00 p.m.*

Victoria Theatre Association Presents 3 Mo' Divas, 1/16
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 27, 2010


Victoria Theatre Association presents 3 Mo' Divas as part of the KeyBank African American Festival on January 16, 2011 at 7:30 pm in the Mead Theatre of the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center in downtown Dayton

Whitaker, Cusson & Simpson kick off Upright Cabaret's American Icon Series in Thousand Oaks
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2010


Upright Cabaret is thrilled to announce the performers for their first concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. On Sat, Oct 23, 2010, Matt Cusson, Jake Simpson and Nita Whitaker will sing the sounds of 'Motor City' as Upright Cabaret expands their unique, one-of-a-kind cabaret experience to Thousand Oaks, CA.

Upright Cabaret Announces Performers For MOTOR CITY 10/23
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2010


UPRIGHT CABARET is thrilled to announce the performers for their first concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks.

Whitaker, Cusson & Simpson kick off Upright Cabaret's American Icon Series in Thousand Oaks
by LA News Desk - Oct 10, 2010


Upright Cabaret is thrilled to announce the performers for their first concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. On Sat, Oct 23, 2010, Matt Cusson, Jake Simpson and Nita Whitaker will sing the sounds of 'Motor City' as Upright Cabaret expands their unique, one-of-a-kind cabaret experience to Thousand Oaks, CA.

Upright Cabaret Announces Performers For MOTOR CITY 10/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 4, 2010


UPRIGHT CABARET is thrilled to announce the performers for their first concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks.

Queen Latifah Hosts The 2010 BET Awards; Jay-Z, Beyonce Lead Noms.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2010


BET Networks, a unit of Viacom ( VIA, VIA.B), today announced that entertainment superstar Queen Latifah has been tapped to host the tenth anniversary of the mega-hit, #1 rated awards show among African American viewers, the BET AWARDS. This much-anticipated special will broadcast LIVE from the historic Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 8:00 P.M.* on BET and via live stream on BET.com.

Lakisha Jones Comes To Feinstein's 6/14
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2010


FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed 'Best of New York' by New York Magazine and 'an invaluable New York institution' by The New York Post, will continue its all-star Spring 2010 season with the New York concert debut of LAKISHA JONES, the 'American Idol' finalist and star of Broadway's The Color Purple, on Monday, June 14.

O'Hara, Mantegna, Sinise et al. Honor Troops in PBS Memorial Day Concert, 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010


For more than 20 years, PBS has been proud to honor the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform, their families at home and all those who have given their lives for our country with the National Memorial Day Concert. The multi award-winning event, broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, will be co-hosted for the fifth year by Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise (CSI: New York) and Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna (Criminal Minds), two acclaimed actors who have dedicated themselves to veterans' causes and supporting our troops in active service. The 21st annual broadcast of The National Memorial Day Concert will air live in HD on PBS Sunday, May 30 from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. ET (check local listings) before a concert audience of hundreds of thousands, millions more at home, as well as to our service members around the world on the American Forces Network.

O'Hara, Mantegna, Sinise et al. Honor Troops in PBS Memorial Day Concert, 5/30
by Jessica Lewis - May 24, 2010


For more than 20 years, PBS has been proud to honor the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform, their families at home and all those who have given their lives for our country with the National Memorial Day Concert. The multi award-winning event, broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, will be co-hosted for the fifth year by Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise (CSI: New York) and Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna (Criminal Minds), two acclaimed actors who have dedicated themselves to veterans' causes and supporting our troops in active service. The 21st annual broadcast of The National Memorial Day Concert will air live in HD on PBS Sunday, May 30 from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. ET (check local listings) before a concert audience of hundreds of thousands, millions more at home, as well as to our service members around the world on the American Forces Network.

Photo Flash: Nita Whitaker at the Castle
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2010


It's difficult to put Nita Whitaker into one category. Graced by gospel, trained in opera, honed in pop, Nita's voice is a remarkable instrument that's difficult to define. But when you hear her power chops and sweet bell tones, you know you are in the presence of greatness.

Lakisha Jones Comes To Feinstein's 614
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2010


FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed 'Best of New York' by New York Magazine and 'an invaluable New York institution' by The New York Post, will continue its all-star Spring 2010 season with the New York concert debut of LAKISHA JONES, the 'American Idol' finalist and star of Broadway's The Color Purple, on Monday, June 14.

Queen Latifah To Host The 2010 BET Awards; Jay-Z, Beyonce Lead Noms.
by Charlie Piane - May 18, 2010


BET Networks, a unit of Viacom ( VIA, VIA.B), today announced that entertainment superstar Queen Latifah has been tapped to host the tenth anniversary of the mega-hit, #1 rated awards show among African American viewers, the BET AWARDS. This much-anticipated special will broadcast LIVE from the historic Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 8:00 P.M.* on BET and via live stream on BET.com.

Cabaret at the Castle Presents Nita Whitaker in The Courage to Dream 5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010


Cabaret at the Castle Proudly Presents Nita Whitaker in The Courage to Dream. The concert will feature Musical Direction by Nelson Kole.

Boston Pops Season Features Menzel, O'Hara & More
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2010


Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops present the orchestra's 125th anniversary season, May 4-June 20, 2010, outlining programs that celebrate the orchestra's rich tradition of performing the great music of this country's past and present, for which the Boston Pops is so well known.

Boston Pops Season Features Menzel, O'Hara & More
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2010


Today, Friday, February 19, Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops announced details of the orchestra's 125th anniversary season, May 4-June 20, 2010, outlining programs that celebrate the orchestra's rich tradition of performing the great music of this country's past and present, for which the Boston Pops is so well known.

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