Blues in the Night Revival (2019 West End)

The 23rd edition of NYC Winter Jazzfest will present performances featuring Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, Ravi Coltrane, and artists from major jazz communities, celebrating William Parker's 75th birthday and John Coltrane's centennial.

Warren Haynes' 34th annual holiday concert will take place at ExploreAsheville.com Arena in Asheville, North Carolina, featuring performances by multiple headliners and special guests, with proceeds benefiting local housing organizations.

Italian trumpeter Enrico Rava releases CORNERS, an all-original album featuring the Fearless Five and saxophonist Joe Lovano on ECM Records.

In contemporary American performance, one of the more celebrated creative pairings are theater artists and makers Taylor Mac and Matt Ray, who will launch ArtsEmerson’s 2026/27 season with “Taylor Mac and Matt Ray: Songs from Bark of Millions” – a reflection on queer lineage, community, and futures told through a collection of new music – presented in association with The Huntington, at the Emerson Paramount Center’s Robert J. Orchard Stage October 15–18.

Trinity Repertory Company announced the cast and creative team for its 50th anniversary production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, directed and choreographed by Taavon Gamble and featuring Mauro Hantman in his fourth turn as Ebenezer Scrooge.

WASIA PROJECT, the sibling duo of Will Gao and Olivia Hardy, will headline North American cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Toronto next spring, following the release of their debut album NOCTURNE.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present nightly performances throughout October, featuring The Hot Sardines, Ron Carter, and birthday celebrations for Bud Powell and Thelonious Monk.

the cell in Chelsea will present 22 new projects from over 27 resident playwrights, composers, designers, and interdisciplinary artists developing new work through readings, workshops, and staged productions.

Nikki Glaser and David Spade announced upcoming dates for their Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with presales and public ticket sales beginning this fall.

54 Below will present performances featuring Broadway talent including cast members from Diana The Musical, Heathers, and Illinoise, alongside Tony Award nominees and performers from hit shows.

Singer-songwriter Ian Noe released his third studio album, a 16-song concept album featuring country music hall of famer Charlie McCoy and other collaborators. The record includes the track "Kickin' It In Nashville," which references Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, and HARDY.

SFJAZZ presents internationally celebrated artists and Bay Area favorites throughout October, including vocalist Cyrille Aimée, pianist Hiromi, and five-time Grammy-winning collective Snarky Puppy.

Daniel J. Watts will join the cast of August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS at Lincoln Center Theater's Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, taking on the role of Canewell in the revival directed by Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson.

Warren Haynes released his live album DREAMS & SONGS: A SYMPHONIC JOURNEY, recorded with the Asheville Symphony Orchestra and co-produced by Don Was. The 16-track collection spans his work with GOV'T MULE, the Allman Brothers Band, the Dead, and solo material.

Billy Bragg, Ruts DC, and Nine Below Zero will join the biographical play about Dr. Feelgood co-founder Wilko Johnson at the Palace Theatre in Southend. The run opens October 12 with a post-show Q&A featuring writer Jonathan Maitland and Dr. Charlie Chan.

Italian trumpeter Enrico Rava releases CORNERS via ECM, featuring the Fearless Five ensemble and saxophonist Joe Lovano. The album comprises original compositions from all band members.

Billboard-charting singer Chadwick Johnson will perform at 54 Below with a show featuring original releases, soulful standards, and a special tribute to Dolly Parton.

Eddie 9V reimagines George McCrae's 1974 disco hit as a Southern soul and blues track, produced by Dan Auerbach and recorded at Easy Eye Sound Studio in Nashville.

It's official! Downstate will make its Broadway premiere this fall, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello. Learn more about the show here!

ABC's DANCING WITH THE STARS has announced its Season 35 celebrity cast and professional dancer pairings, with a two-night premiere set to air live on ABC and Disney+ and stream next day on Hulu.

Theater Resources Unlimited will hold its Writer-Producer Speed Date, pairing writers with producers for one-on-one pitch sessions and coaching in a virtual format.

Ian Noe released the single "Leeann" from his forthcoming third studio album, a 16-song concept record centered on a fictional band, out via Thirty Tigers.

Shattered Globe Theatre's new season under Producing Artistic Director Ian Frank will include Midwest premieres of VLADIMIR and THE WATERFALL alongside BRACE BRACE at Theater Wit in Chicago.

Lakeshore Records released BAD ZOMBIES, a mashup of Billie Eilish's Bad Guy and Crazy Dave's Theme from Plants Vs Zombies, performed by The String Revolution and cellist Tina Guo.

Warren Haynes has released an orchestral live version of the GOV'T MULE track “Thorazine Shuffle,” arranged by John Medeski, ahead of his upcoming album DREAMS & SONGS: A SYMPHONIC JOURNEY.