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Review: Melissa Manchester A Marvel In FIFTY THREADS: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - May 8, 2026

What a joy to be in the room with an artist who is such a strong thread in the tapestry of the music industry and art form.

Review: Full House Enjoys AN EVENING WITH DIONNE WARWICK at Groton Hill Music Center
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 2, 2026

As Dionne Warwick took the stage at Groton Hill Music Center in Groton recently, before she had sung a single word, she was met by a rousing standing ovation. It was clear from the get-go that the capacity audience knew they were in the presence of a legend.

Photos: Will Kelley Presents FOR THE RECORD For 54 Below Debut
by Stephen Mosher - Feb 10, 2026

Faith Prince and Michael Kirk Lane guide Will Kelley to his 54 Below bow.

Review: BILLY STRICHT - ALL FOR YOU at Feinstein's At The Nikko
by Steve Murray - Oct 10, 2025

Billy Stricht made his Feinstein’s at the Nikko solo debut an auspicious evening, stepping into center stage, commanding the Yamaha keys, and mesmerizing his fans with a nearly two-hour set of two dozen musical gems.

Playlist: The Best of Marvin Hamlisch
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 26, 2025

A Chorus Line opened on Broadway at the Shubert Theatre on July 25,1975. It ran for 15 years and was the longest-running Broadway show when it closed on April 28, 1990, playing 6,137 performances—and has continued to span the globe for decades. The man behind the music was the great Marvin Hamlisch, who passed away in 2012. We celebrate his iconic catalog with just a few of our favorite Marvin Hamlisch songs.

Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Menken, & More Set for 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025

Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Menken, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and more will either present and/or perform at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner slated for Thursday, June 12th at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. 

Melissa Manchester to Bring Musical Memoir Show to 54 Below in June
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2025

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Melissa Manchester will celebrate her remarkable 50-year career in show business with a dazzling, all-new show titled “50 Threads: An Artist’s Journey” at 54 Below in New York City.

Review: A FABULOUS 50TH Celebrates CHICAGO and A CHORUS LINE Golden Anniversary
by Michael Quintos - Apr 23, 2025

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of two groundbreaking, iconic musicals CHICAGO and A CHORUS LINE, Segerstrom Center for the Arts in association with Spot-On Entertainment presented a one-nigh-only star-studded concert featuring the music of John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Marvin Hamlisch. The lineup included Tony Award nominees Tony Yazbeck and OC native Eden Espinosa, plus Max Clayton, Jason Graae, and original A CHORUS LINE cast member Kay Cole. The event was hosted by Scott Coulter and featured pianist John Boswell and the Fabulous 50 orchestra under the direction of Rob Istad.

Behind the Music of Broadway's 'Boop!': David Foster's Greatest Hits
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2025

Before you check out his work in Boop!, we're taking a look back on some of the other iconic songs that David Foster has written, produced, or arranged that you may not know about.

Stephen Schwartz To Receive The Songwriters Hall Of Fame Prestigious Johnny Mercer Award
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2025

Stephen Schwartz will be the 2025 recipient of the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala slated for Thursday, June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

Stephen Schwartz to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

Stephen Schwartz will be the 2025 recipient of the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala slated for Thursday, June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

Interview: You Should Hear How Melissa Manchester Talks About FUNNY GIRL
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 31, 2025

Having landed more than a dozen hits – “Midnight Blue,” “Don’t Cry Out Loud,” “You Should Hear How She Talks About You,” and “Through the Eyes of Love” among them – on the Billboard charts in her long recording career, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Melissa Manchester knows what it’s like to be a part of pop-music history.

Review: SAMUEL VINCENT AUBUCHAN & FRIENDS Sing Burt Bacharach with Joy at Green Room 42
by Rob Lester - Dec 4, 2024

Samuel Vincent Aubuchon and friends sing songs from yesteryear with energy and fondness. The Burt Bacharach tunes in this 12/3 show bring nostalgia and smiles.

Songwriters Hall Of Fame Announces 2025 Nominees For Induction
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2024

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 nominees for induction, celebrating composers and lyricists with significant impact.

Review: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Revives Classics at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Rob Lester - Oct 28, 2024

The Cabaret Convention's three multi-performer shows are done for this year. Concluding our recaps, here's the word on what we heard during the third night: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, presented on October 24th. So many songs, so many singers, jammed into three nights, is the cornucopia of the Cabaret Convention concerts.

CELLOVOCI Releases Debut Album HAPPY DAYS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024

CELLOVOCI, featuring BRANDEN & JAMES and EFFIE PASSERO, released their debut album 'THE PRAYER' today. The trio will perform at Carnegie Hall on October 17, showcasing their classical-crossover style.

Video: Take a Look Inside Allyson Briggs' New Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2024

Explore the behind-the-scenes documentary of Allyson Briggs as she celebrates the release of her new Burt Bacharach album, PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS, offering an intimate look at her creative process.

Zecher & Zecher-Ross' FAMILY MATTERS, Celebrating Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel, to Return to Don't Tell Mama
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024

After two sold-out performances in April, MAC Award Nominee Deborah Zecher and her son, NYC music director and conductor, Joshua Zecher-Ross bring their new cabaret show FAMILY MATTERS: A Celebration of All Things Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel back to Don't Tell Mama on Sunday, October 27 at 1 pm and Tuesday, November 26 at 7 pm.

Video: Allyson Briggs Launches Video Series to Celebrate PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024

Allyson Briggs is launching a new video series to celebrate her latest album, PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS, featuring the music of Burt Bacharach. The series showcases her vintage vocal style. Learn more about the series!

35th New York Cabaret Convention Returns This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2024

The Mabel Mercer Foundation has announced the 35th New York Cabaret Convention, set for October 22-24, 2024, celebrating a significant milestone in the cabaret community.