Duke Ellington
Birth Place: Washington, DC, USA
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Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Music in a Play
Duke Ellington, Timon of Athens
Videos
Video: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Reflects on Career Ahead of Retirement on PBS
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-11 10:31:46
Video: Original DREAMGIRLS Star Jennifer Holliday Sings 'I Am Changing' At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-01-09 23:01:37
Video: Melissa Errico Sings 'I Can Dream, Can't I?' in Video for Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-26 10:21:20
Coming Up at 54 Below: Exclusive Previews from Jenn Colella, Lillias White & More
by Joey Mervis - 2025-03-17 15:37:23
Video: Behind the Scenes of WINTER WONDERLAND at Axelrod Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-13 06:35:45
News
NEW YORK FESTIVAL OF SONG to Launch 2026-2027 Season at Merkin Hall and Beyond
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced its upcoming season, featuring four mainstage concerts at Merkin Hall co-presented by Kaufman Music Center, plus standalone programs including A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU! and a Juilliard collaboration.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced its upcoming season, featuring four mainstage concerts at Merkin Hall co-presented by Kaufman Music Center, plus standalone programs including A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU! and a Juilliard collaboration.
THE HOUSE I LIVE IN: JOSH WHITE’S AMERICA Will Come to the South Carolina New Play Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
The House I Live In: Josh White’s America will come to the South Carolina New Play Festival this summer. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
The House I Live In: Josh White’s America will come to the South Carolina New Play Festival this summer. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here.
Bronx Music Hall to Honor Enerolisa Nuñez and Congo's World Cup Return
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026
Bronx Music Hall will present a July lineup featuring a tribute to Afro-Dominican legend Enerolisa Nuñez, performed by her daughter, alongside the Bronx Rising! Kuba Festival celebrating Congolese culture through music, dance, and visual arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026
Bronx Music Hall will present a July lineup featuring a tribute to Afro-Dominican legend Enerolisa Nuñez, performed by her daughter, alongside the Bronx Rising! Kuba Festival celebrating Congolese culture through music, dance, and visual arts.
Duke Ellington and Kurt Weill Works Featured on New American Composers Orchestra Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 6, 2026
The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) will release its next album, America in Weimar: On the Margins. The album was part of Carnegie Hall’s Fall of the Weimar Republic: Dancing on the Precipice, a citywide festival in 2024 exploring the thriving creative period in Germany between World War I and World War II.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 6, 2026
The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) will release its next album, America in Weimar: On the Margins. The album was part of Carnegie Hall’s Fall of the Weimar Republic: Dancing on the Precipice, a citywide festival in 2024 exploring the thriving creative period in Germany between World War I and World War II.
SUCH SWEET THUNDER, SLINGS AND ARROWS Spinoff Reading is Coming to Stratford Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026
The Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will present a lineup including The Brian Barlow Big Band performing Duke Ellington's Such Sweet Thunder and a one-night-only reading of The Amateurs, a new TV series from the creators of Slings and Arrows.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026
The Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will present a lineup including The Brian Barlow Big Band performing Duke Ellington's Such Sweet Thunder and a one-night-only reading of The Amateurs, a new TV series from the creators of Slings and Arrows.
NYO JAZZ to Embark on Asia Tour Led by Kris Johnson With Dee Dee Bridgewater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2026
Carnegie Hall's NYO JAZZ will tour Asia this summer under bandleader Kris Johnson, with Grammy-winning vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater as special guest, following concerts at Carnegie Hall and SFJAZZ.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2026
Carnegie Hall's NYO JAZZ will tour Asia this summer under bandleader Kris Johnson, with Grammy-winning vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater as special guest, following concerts at Carnegie Hall and SFJAZZ.
Eddie Barbash and KASA Quartet Will Perform an Evening of Jazz and Strings at Cooperstown Summer Music Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026
The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival will present the Caroga Arts Ensemble in a concert featuring saxophonist Eddie Barbash and the KASA Quartet. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026
The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival will present the Caroga Arts Ensemble in a concert featuring saxophonist Eddie Barbash and the KASA Quartet. Learn more here.
Rene Marie, Tierney Sutton, and Jane Monheit to Perform at Smoke Jazz Club
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Smoke Jazz Club in New York will present three jazz vocalists — Tierney Sutton, Jane Monheit, and Rene Marie — in separate engagements, with Sutton joined by trumpeter Randy Brecker and saxophonist Houston Person.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Smoke Jazz Club in New York will present three jazz vocalists — Tierney Sutton, Jane Monheit, and Rene Marie — in separate engagements, with Sutton joined by trumpeter Randy Brecker and saxophonist Houston Person.
Kingfish, LaBamba and More Set for MORRISTOWN JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
The free Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival will return to the Morristown Green, featuring Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram, LaBamba and the Hubcaps, Dylan Triplett, and jazz acts across a full day of live music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
The free Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival will return to the Morristown Green, featuring Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram, LaBamba and the Hubcaps, Dylan Triplett, and jazz acts across a full day of live music.
SOPHISTICATED LADIES, BEEHIVE and More Set for Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe 'Rhapsodies of Rhythm' 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 27th anniversary MainStage season includes SOPHISTICATED LADIES, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, BEEHIVE, and STEVIE: A STEVIE WONDER REVUE, with A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS as the holiday offering.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 27th anniversary MainStage season includes SOPHISTICATED LADIES, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, BEEHIVE, and STEVIE: A STEVIE WONDER REVUE, with A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS as the holiday offering.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Unveils Programming for New York City Center Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the theater’s mainstage for a five-week holiday engagement. Audiences will experience premieres by contemporary choreographers Jamar Roberts, Yue Yin, and William Forsythe, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the theater’s mainstage for a five-week holiday engagement. Audiences will experience premieres by contemporary choreographers Jamar Roberts, Yue Yin, and William Forsythe, and more.
Dafnis Prieto, Vuyo Sotashe and Shenel Johns to Headline HUDSON JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
Hudson Hall has revealed headliners for the ninth annual Hudson Jazz Festival, featuring GRAMMY-winning drummer Dafnis Prieto, vocalist Vuyo Sotashe, pianist Chris Pattishall, and Shenel Johns across a weekend of performances in Hudson, NY.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
Hudson Hall has revealed headliners for the ninth annual Hudson Jazz Festival, featuring GRAMMY-winning drummer Dafnis Prieto, vocalist Vuyo Sotashe, pianist Chris Pattishall, and Shenel Johns across a weekend of performances in Hudson, NY.
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra to Perform Two Free PATRIOTIC POPS Concerts This July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026
The Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra will perform two free Patriotic Pops concerts at Overlander Bandshell in Portage and Bronson Park in Kalamazoo, featuring music by Sousa, Williams, and Copland, plus a drone show finale.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026
The Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra will perform two free Patriotic Pops concerts at Overlander Bandshell in Portage and Bronson Park in Kalamazoo, featuring music by Sousa, Williams, and Copland, plus a drone show finale.
Ana Gasteyer and More Set for Live at the Founders Club 2026-2027 Season at Hobby Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026
The Hobby Center has revealed the Live at the Founders Club 2026–2027 Season, an intimate live music club experience showcasing local, national and international talent in a format not commonly offered in Houston.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026
The Hobby Center has revealed the Live at the Founders Club 2026–2027 Season, an intimate live music club experience showcasing local, national and international talent in a format not commonly offered in Houston.
54 Below to Present Emmet Cahill, Melba Moore, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED & More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026
54 Below will present an upcoming week of performances including Tony winner Melba Moore, Emmet Cahill, George Young, and the final performances of SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED, plus a tribute to Olivia Rodrigo and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026
54 Below will present an upcoming week of performances including Tony winner Melba Moore, Emmet Cahill, George Young, and the final performances of SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED, plus a tribute to Olivia Rodrigo and more.
Interview: Creator/Director Hank Jacobs of THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW
by Shari Barrett - Jun 16, 2026
The Great Clown Bank Show skewers capitalist America with razor-toothed humor, exposing a world where wealth is the greatest magic trick of all — and everyone outside the ring is paying for it. I spoke with creator/director Hank Jacobs about the social commentary in his new play.
by Shari Barrett - Jun 16, 2026
The Great Clown Bank Show skewers capitalist America with razor-toothed humor, exposing a world where wealth is the greatest magic trick of all — and everyone outside the ring is paying for it. I spoke with creator/director Hank Jacobs about the social commentary in his new play.
Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Ensembles to Present Concerts in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026
Carnegie Hall is continuing its summertime tradition of shining a spotlight on 200+ teen musicians with concerts by the Hall’s three national youth ensembles: the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America, NYO2, and NYO Jazz.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026
Carnegie Hall is continuing its summertime tradition of shining a spotlight on 200+ teen musicians with concerts by the Hall’s three national youth ensembles: the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America, NYO2, and NYO Jazz.
RENT, CABARET, LA BOHÈME, and More Set For The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music announced its 2026-27 performance schedule, featuring 15 concerts and stage productions including LA BOHÈME, RENT, and CABARET, with tickets on sale now.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music announced its 2026-27 performance schedule, featuring 15 concerts and stage productions including LA BOHÈME, RENT, and CABARET, with tickets on sale now.
Kansas City Jazz Orchestra to Launch MILESTONES Signature Series 2026-2027
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra announced its 2026-2027 Signature Series, titled Milestones, featuring five performances across venues including the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, and Helzberg Hall at the Kauffman Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra announced its 2026-2027 Signature Series, titled Milestones, featuring five performances across venues including the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, and Helzberg Hall at the Kauffman Center.
Jeff Harnar and The Count Basie Orchestra Lead Birdland's June Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a packed lineup including Jeff Harnar, the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Ravi Coltrane Quartet, and recurring acts like Jim Caruso's Cast Party and the Big Band.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a packed lineup including Jeff Harnar, the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Ravi Coltrane Quartet, and recurring acts like Jim Caruso's Cast Party and the Big Band.
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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