Duke Ellington
Date of Death: May 24, 1974 (75)
Birth Place: Washington, DC, USA
Latest News on Duke Ellington:
String Quartet ETHEL And Bassist Ron Carter to Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH (Dec 16, 2024)
Town Hall Theater Will Host New Year's Eve Celebration (Dec 13, 2024)
Alvin Ailey Season Continues With Two World Premieres, Live Music, And More (Dec 10, 2024)
String Quartet ETHEL And Bassist Ron Carter to Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH (Dec 16, 2024)
Town Hall Theater Will Host New Year's Eve Celebration (Dec 13, 2024)
Alvin Ailey Season Continues With Two World Premieres, Live Music, And More (Dec 10, 2024)
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Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Music in a Play
Duke Ellington, Timon of Athens
Videos
Video: Behind the Scenes of WINTER WONDERLAND at Axelrod Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024
Video: How Tony Nominees Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman Heated Up this Broadway Season
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - May 3, 2023
Video: Jennifer Holliday Performs 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' From DREAMGIRLS on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - Mar 15, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for LADY DAY at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - Mar 14, 2023
Video: Preview the Costumes of 'The Wondrous Willa Kim' at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2023
Video: Watch Jennifer Holliday Preview Her 54 Below Return
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Feb 7, 2023
VIDEO: Meet The Women Of BLUES IN THE NIGHT At Porchlight Music Theatre
by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2022
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE and Meshell Ndegeocello At The Kennedy Center
by Alan Henry - Sep 23, 2021
VIDEO: First Look at Signature Theatre's AFTER MIDNIGHT, Streaming Now
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2021
Celebrating Black History Month: AFTER MIDNIGHT Brings Jazz Back to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2021
VIDEO: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Performs as Part of Memorial For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2020
News
String Quartet ETHEL And Bassist Ron Carter to Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH
The string quartet ETHEL and legendary bassist Ron Carter will join forces for an unforgettable classical-jazz mashup performance at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The string quartet ETHEL and legendary bassist Ron Carter will join forces for an unforgettable classical-jazz mashup performance at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Town Hall Theater Will Host New Year's Eve Celebration
Come to the Town Hall Theater on December 31st to see and dance along to Joe’s Big Band! Based in Burlington, Joe’s Big Band is made up of 17 incredible jazz musicians from all over the Champlain Valley.
Come to the Town Hall Theater on December 31st to see and dance along to Joe’s Big Band! Based in Burlington, Joe’s Big Band is made up of 17 incredible jazz musicians from all over the Champlain Valley.
Alvin Ailey Season Continues With Two World Premieres, Live Music, And More
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2024-25 season celebrating ‘Legacy in Motion' and the life of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison moves forward with inspiring performances of acclaimed works and new pieces from a variety of choreographers for whom Alvin Ailey and Ms. Jamison paved the way.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2024-25 season celebrating ‘Legacy in Motion' and the life of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison moves forward with inspiring performances of acclaimed works and new pieces from a variety of choreographers for whom Alvin Ailey and Ms. Jamison paved the way.
Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Seacoast Repertory Theatre
The Seacoast Repertory Theatre's production of 'The Nutcracker' is a delightful reimagining of the classic ballet that creates a very different holiday magic.
The Seacoast Repertory Theatre's production of 'The Nutcracker' is a delightful reimagining of the classic ballet that creates a very different holiday magic.
The Apollo Reveals 2025 Winter/Spring Season
The Apollo announced highlights of its Winter/Spring 2025 season performances, exhibitions, and educational programs across its stages in its historic building and at its new Stages at the Victoria.
The Apollo announced highlights of its Winter/Spring 2025 season performances, exhibitions, and educational programs across its stages in its historic building and at its new Stages at the Victoria.
LOUIS: A SILENT FILM WITH LIVE ACCOMPANIMENT BY WYNTON MARSALIS is Coming to Chandler Center
World-renowned trumpeter, bandleader and composer, Wynton Marsalis is coming to Chandler Center for the Arts for an unprecedented event: LOUIS: A SILENT FILM WITH LIVE ACCOMPANIMENT BY WYNTON MARSALIS. Learn how to attend.
World-renowned trumpeter, bandleader and composer, Wynton Marsalis is coming to Chandler Center for the Arts for an unprecedented event: LOUIS: A SILENT FILM WITH LIVE ACCOMPANIMENT BY WYNTON MARSALIS. Learn how to attend.
Birdland Jazz To Present Emmet Cohen Trio, Svetlana's Big Band And More This Month
Get all the details on jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running December 2nd - December 15th.
Get all the details on jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running December 2nd - December 15th.
Composers Concordance To Present TIMBRE TANTRUM This Week
On Friday, November 29th, 2024 at 7pm, Composers Concordance will presents the next installment of its 'Timbre Tantrum' series. Each event this season features 3 or 4 of the same instruments, plus rhythm section.
On Friday, November 29th, 2024 at 7pm, Composers Concordance will presents the next installment of its 'Timbre Tantrum' series. Each event this season features 3 or 4 of the same instruments, plus rhythm section.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Kicks Off 2024-25 Season At December 4 Gala
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater‘s 2024-25 season celebrating the life and legacy of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison kicks off on Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm with a star-studded Opening Night Gala.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater‘s 2024-25 season celebrating the life and legacy of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison kicks off on Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm with a star-studded Opening Night Gala.
Guest Review: THE NUTCRACKER SUITE by Dorrance Dance Turns NY City Center into a Jazz Haven
New York City Center was transformed into a golden age jazz club this weekend as Dorrance Dance’s 'The Nutcracker Suite' took the stage from Friday, November 22, through Sunday, November 24.
New York City Center was transformed into a golden age jazz club this weekend as Dorrance Dance’s 'The Nutcracker Suite' took the stage from Friday, November 22, through Sunday, November 24.
FUN HOME: BEHIND THE SHOW BACKSTORY to be Presented at Porchlight
Porchlight Music Theatre will present Fun Home: Behind the Show Backstory with Artistic Director Michael Weber in December. Learn more about the program and see how to purchase tickets.
Porchlight Music Theatre will present Fun Home: Behind the Show Backstory with Artistic Director Michael Weber in December. Learn more about the program and see how to purchase tickets.
Cole Porter Celebrated At Jazz At Lincoln Center With Karen Ziemba, Margo Seibert, Milton Suggs, Ted Rosenthal And More
Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club with Happen to Like Cole Porter on Sunday, December 8th at 5 PM and 7:30 PM.
Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club with Happen to Like Cole Porter on Sunday, December 8th at 5 PM and 7:30 PM.
Holiday Concert Comes to Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University's Bailey School of Music will present the 2024 Holiday Concert. The annual concert features almost 280 KSU students performing as part of the Choirs, Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and Jazz I.
Kennesaw State University's Bailey School of Music will present the 2024 Holiday Concert. The annual concert features almost 280 KSU students performing as part of the Choirs, Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and Jazz I.
Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra to Present Holiday Concert in December
The Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the holiday season with a joyful afternoon of music during their Holiday Concert at the Upper Darby School District Performing Arts Center.
The Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the holiday season with a joyful afternoon of music during their Holiday Concert at the Upper Darby School District Performing Arts Center.
92NY Harkness Dance Center Presents The Bang Group's NUT/CRACKED
Experience a comedic deconstruction of the holiday classic with THE BANG GROUP's NUT/CRACKED at 92NY. Enjoy a playful mix of dance styles set to Tchaikovsky's score with a twist from Duke Ellington and more.
Experience a comedic deconstruction of the holiday classic with THE BANG GROUP's NUT/CRACKED at 92NY. Enjoy a playful mix of dance styles set to Tchaikovsky's score with a twist from Duke Ellington and more.
The Bang Group’s NUT/CRACKED to Return to 92NY in December
The Bang Group’s Nut/Cracked is not the usual holiday dance fare. Shake off the tinsel as choreographer David Parker returns to the 92NY stage for tap, vaudeville, ballet, disco, contemporary dance and genre-nonconforming glee. Learn more!
The Bang Group’s Nut/Cracked is not the usual holiday dance fare. Shake off the tinsel as choreographer David Parker returns to the 92NY stage for tap, vaudeville, ballet, disco, contemporary dance and genre-nonconforming glee. Learn more!
Video: Behind the Scenes of WINTER WONDERLAND at Axelrod Performing Arts Center
Winter Wonderland comes to Axelrod Performing Arts Center next month for the holiday season. Check out videos from behind the scenes and inside rehearsal here!
Winter Wonderland comes to Axelrod Performing Arts Center next month for the holiday season. Check out videos from behind the scenes and inside rehearsal here!
Bucks County Playhouse To Present Performances From Darius de Haas and Edmund Bagnell
Experience holiday magic with two cabaret performances at the Playhouse Barn, featuring Broadway's Teri Dale Hansen and pianist Joseph Thalken. Enjoy festive classics and new favorites this season.
Experience holiday magic with two cabaret performances at the Playhouse Barn, featuring Broadway's Teri Dale Hansen and pianist Joseph Thalken. Enjoy festive classics and new favorites this season.
Photos: John Manzari Sings And Taps In RECENTER At Birdland
Birdland presented tap dancer/singer John Manzari on the historic stage with Recenter, on Monday, November 4. See photos here!
Birdland presented tap dancer/singer John Manzari on the historic stage with Recenter, on Monday, November 4. See photos here!
Tierney Sutton To Celebrate Thanksgiving at Smoke Jazz Club
Join Grammy-nominee Tierney Sutton for a memorable Thanksgiving weekend performance at SMOKE JAZZ CLUB.
Join Grammy-nominee Tierney Sutton for a memorable Thanksgiving weekend performance at SMOKE JAZZ CLUB.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Duke Ellington written?
Duke Ellington has written 15 shows including Cotton Club Parade (Composer), Jump for Joy (Composer), Blue Holiday (Composer/Lyricist), Beggar's Holiday (Composer), My People (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Pousse-Café (Composer), Bubbling Brown Sugar (Composer/Lyricist), Sophisticated Ladies (Lyricist), Queenie Pie (Composer), Stardust (Composer), A Drum is a Woman (Composer/Lyricist), Play On! (Composer), Dream (Composer/Lyricist), Swing! (Composer/Lyricist), Taking a Chance on Love (Composer).
What awards has Duke Ellington been nominated for?
Duke Ellington has been nominated for the Outstanding Music in a Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on the play "Timon of Athens".
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