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by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present its third annual Juneteenth Arts Festival in June. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out how to attend here!
The Kravis Center To Host 2025-2026 ADULTS AT LEISURE SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - May 05, 2025 The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts has announced its 2025–2026 Adults At Leisure series. This six-show lineup showcases an eclectic mix of musical nostalgia, featuring timeless favorites from rock 'n' roll, jazz, pop, Motown and the Great American Songbook.
Andre De Shields, Joe Iconis, and More Take Home 2025 MAC Awards
by Stephi Wild - April 11, 2025 The Manhattan Association of Cabarets presented The 39th MAC Awards on Monday, April 10, 2025, at a LIVE ceremony at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space. Check out the winners list here!
Tony DeSare Trio Brings 'Sinatra & Beyond' To Amaturo Theater
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2025 Tony DeSare will bring the timeless magic of swing to life with the Tony DeSare Trio in a much-anticipated show, Sinatra & Beyond. Learn more about the show here!
Tony Danza To Return To Perform at Café Carlyle This June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2025 Tony Danza is set to return to Café Carlyle this summer with his new show, “Tony Danza: Sinatra & Stories.” Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
HAMILTON, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Marcus Center's 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 18, 2025 The 2025/26 Broadway at the Marcus Center season has been announced, along with the new MPAC Presents Jazz and Dance series for 2025/26. Learn more about the season here!
Joey Myron: The Genre-Bending Crooner Bringing Storytelling Back to Music
by Team BWW - March 14, 2025 Joey Myron redefines modern country music, blending classic influences with contemporary sounds. With a deep, velvety baritone and a passion for storytelling, he channels the spirit of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Tom Jones while incorporating the stylings of The Weeknd and Post Malone. His music is both nostalgic and fresh, reviving the lost era of crooners with a modern twist.
WBTT Reveals First Young Artist Program Showcase of the Season
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2025 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the twelfth year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced shows.
Photos: THE BRYCE EDWARDS FRIVOLITY HOUR Hits the Birdland Stage
by A.A. Cristi - February 26, 2025 On Monday, February 24, nouveau vaudevillian Bryce Edwards stormed the Birdland stage with another edition of his Frivolity Hour! Check out photos from the show!
A RAT PACK REVIVAL is Coming to The Avalon Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 11, 2025 March comes in like a lion this year as A RAT PACK REVIVAL takes The Avalon Theatre stage. This group of talented performers takes on the ultimate in cool as they bring Old Blue Eyes, Deano, and The Candy Man to life. Learn more!
Review: REMEMBER JONES: JONES SINGS JONES Brings Retro Back at City Winery
by Greg Kerestan - February 03, 2025 Remember Jones is funny, but he isn't a joke. There's a knowing kitsch value to the cabaret artist turned rock revue revivalist's stage presence: he looks like Elton John, dresses like Liberace and sings like Joe Cocker, on a stage full of bandstands and matching-jacketed musicians. But this isn't a parody of a Vegas show. What Jones and company are doing is a lot more daring than parody: a genuine revival of that sort of big-band rock showmanship for the neo-soul era. And it works.
Bryce Edwards Returns to Birdland Jazz Club in February
by Stephi Wild - January 27, 2025 Birdland Jazz Club will present the return of crooning troubadour and nouveau vaudevillian Bryce Edwards in “The Frivolity Hour' in February. Learn more about the performance here!
Servant Stage Releases 2024 Season Annual Report
by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2025 Servant Stage recently released its 2024 annual report, showcasing a record-breaking year with the highest audience turnout in the company's 12-year history. A total of 54,348 audience members attended Servant Stage performances in 2024, representing a remarkable 23% increase from the previous year.
Paul Hughes Sings Songs For The Lovers This Valentine's Day At Feinstein's
by A.A. Cristi - January 06, 2025 Celebrate love this Valentine's Day with an evening of timeless love songs as PAUL HUGHES SINGS SONGS FOR THE LOVERS at Feinstein’s. Hughes returns to Feinstein’s stage to bring together the most romantic ballads and heartwarming melodies.
Paul Hughes to Return to Feinstein's on Valentine's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025 If you miss the romance, style and grace of the greats– Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole watch Paul Hughes perform at Feinstein's on Valentine's Day. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: The La Jolla Music Society Presents the SPANISH HARLEM ORCHESTRA at The Conrad
by Ron Bierman - December 18, 2024 What did our critic think of THE LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY PRESENTS THE SPANISH HARLEM ORCHESTRA at The Conrad? The La Jolla Music Society has featured exceptional musicians in many genres over the years. Best known for staging classical concerts, since the opening of its intimate home at the Conrad the Society has also welcomed an outstanding variety of some of the best in dance, opera, jazz, and world music. The Spanish Harlem Orchestra, winner of three Grammys, is the latest example of the latter. The band is celebrating 25 years of success as an exponent of “hardcore” salsa both in its recordings and at live concerts. Pianist, leader and arranger Oscar Hernandez has a fourth Grammy for a quintet album and has worked with dozens of well-known Latin musicians over the years including Ray Barreto, Tito Puente, Rubén Blades and Celia Cruz.
Servant Stage Will Present CHRISTMAS CROONERS This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - December 05, 2024 Servant Stage has announced its latest production, Christmas Crooners, a heartwarming celebration of classic Christmas tunes and festive fun for the whole family. Learn more here!
Photos: Carolyn Montgomery's GIRLSINGER at 54 Below Honors Rosemary Clooney
by Rebecca Kaplan - November 22, 2024 Back by popular demand, Carolyn Montgomery, multi-award-winning star of the concert stage returned to 54 Below on Tuesday November 19, 2024 in girlSINGER, a celebration of Rosemary Clooney. See highlights from the show.
Tony Danza's SINATRA & STORIES Adds Another Show to Café Carlyle Run
by Stephi Wild - November 20, 2024 Café Carlyle will extend Tony Danza's sold-out show, “Tony Danza: Sinatra & Stories,” for one more night. Learn more about how to get tickets to the newly announced perforamnce here!
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Lanches ‘Solid Gold Campaign’
by Stephi Wild - November 19, 2024 During its recent 25th Anniversary Celebration, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) launched the “Solid Gold Campaign,” a seven-year, $10M effort. Learn more her!
Review: STRAIGHT NO CHASER at Reynolds Performance Hall
by Theresa Bertram - November 12, 2024 The holiday shows have officially begun, and my first introduction into the season was by my favorite a cappella group STRAIGHT NO CHASER, who took the Reynolds Performance Hall stage in Conway on Friday, Nov. 1, and performed a mixture of hits and Christmas tunes to a packed house of appreciating Chasers and new-to-them fans. From their beautiful harmonies to their humor and heart, Straight No Chaser brought something special to Arkansas, and we can’t wait for them to return next year!
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Presents 25th Anniversary Celebration In November
by A.A. Cristi - October 28, 2024 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe marks 25 years of showcasing African American history and culture with a celebration on November 14 at The Ora.
Review: SOUL CROONERS at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 26, 2024 What did our critic think of SOUL CROONERS at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?
Tony Danza to Return to Café Carlyle With SINATRA & STORIES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 16, 2024 Tony Danza returns to Café Carlyle with his show SINATRA & STORIES after a successful two-week sold-out run. Discover the captivating blend of music and storytelling that audiences loved.
Paul Hughes Returns To Feinstein's Stage This Week
by Stephi Wild - October 07, 2024 If you miss the style and grace of the greats – Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole – then you need to come to Feinstein's next Friday, October 11, for the smooth, velvety, warm sound of Paul Hughes.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Will Open Season With SOUL CROONERS: SOLID GOLD EDITION
by Stephi Wild - September 30, 2024 To open its 25th anniversary theatre season, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has selected a fan favorite: “Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition.” The original musical revue – which was written, adapted and is being directed by WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs – runs October 9-November 17, 2024 in The Donelly Theatre.
Photos: Bryce Edwards Brings Another Frivolity Hour To Birdland
by Stephi Wild - September 11, 2024 After several sold-out shows at Birdland, crooning troubadour and nouveau vaudevillian Bryce Edwards returned to the historic stage with The Frivolity Hour on Monday, September 9. Once more, Bryce shared his brand of hot traditional jazz and early 20th century popular music. Check out photos here! Back to Upcoming Releases... |
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