Avery Brooks News

Stu Brooks - who is a co-founder of Dub Trio - has a list of collaborations and has shared the stage or the studio with everyone from Academy® Award winner Lady Gaga, Danny Elfman, Lauryn Hill, 50 Cent, and Mary J. Blige to Mike Patton, Pretty Lights, Mark Guiliana, Slick Rick, and even a posthumous recording for Tupac Shakur.  

Danielle Brooks spoke to original The Color Purple star Whoopi Goldberg about wrapping production on the upcoming musical film adaptation as Sofia. Now, Brooks is back on Broadway in the new revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, which she describes as another 'full circle' moment. Watch the video of her The View appearance now!

See who is a scheduled guests for the week of Oct. 3-7 on “The View.” The show is executive produced by Brian Teta and is directed by Sarah de la O. For breaking news and updated videos, “The View” features Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin and Ana Navarro.

Overall--especially in this tighter, revised version lifted from London’s West End production that’s much zippier than the original--there is no denying that YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN is a witty, super funny, and genuinely enjoyable musical comedy that earns plenty of laughs and smiles along the way.

The first-ever performance of the Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson is now in previews at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Get a first look at photos and video here!

The single, like the rest of the EP, was written and produced by Brooks. It follows “Sound The Alarm,” which features Patrick Stump and was the first bit of music Brooks revealed off of The 40HZ, and his first for Dine Alone. In addition to Stump and Moore the EP will also feature guest appearances by Jason Aalon Butler, and Paul Leary.

The Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts invites you to get up close and personal with south Florida born and raised Avery Sommers. For two nights only – October 28th and October 29th at 7:00 pm – the star of some of Broadway's most popular shows will entertain lucky audiences with some of her favorite stories and songs from her career.

The first Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson begins next week at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre for its 17-week engagement. Performances will begin on Monday, September 19, 2022.  Check out photos of the cast meeting the press here!

​​​​​​​Entr'Acte Theatrix, whose previous productions such as Into the Woods, Avenue Q, Spamalot, and The Rocky Horror Show have proven to be consistently popular with young and older audiences alike, will present Young Frankenstein - The Mel Brooks Musical from October 21st through October 30th at the Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park. This will be the company's first production at the popular Boca Raton venue.

Danielle Brooks appeared on TODAY to discuss her upcoming return to Broadway in The Piano Lesson. In the video, Brooks reveals that she used a piece from the play to audition for Julliard. She also teased her role in the musical film adaptation of The Color Purple. Brooks recently wrapped on the film and will be returning to the role of Sofia.

Broadway star Avery Sommers invites you to 'Come on-a-HER-House' for an evening of music and conversation. Avery will be presenting her HAPPY AT HOME concert benefiting the Palm Beach Institute for two amazing nights - October 28 and October 29.

There used to be an old adage in the publicity business, “any publicity is good publicity”.  However, I’m sure legendary public-relations professional Gary Schweikhart would have much preferred not to be in the headlines himself as an accident victim.  

Avery Norris will join Women of The Wings Volume 4: A Celebration of Female Musical Theatre Writers on September 30th at 9:30pm.

Rising indie singer/songwriter Avery Lynch shares her debut EP “The Kids Table”. The seven track project is an impressive exhibit of Lynch’s lyrical prowess and storytelling ability, full of lush imagery and engaging melodies. “The Kids Table” is varied and immersive, shifting from intense, upbeat bops to mellow piano driven ballads. 

Taylor Louderman and husband Brooks Toth are expecting a child this winter. Taylor posted an instagram announcement featuring Taylor, Brooks, their dog Charli, and a sonogram photo the morning of August 20th. This is their first child, and the couple are very excited to become new parents.

Sharing the stage or the studio with everyone from Academy® Award winner Lady Gaga, Danny Elfman, Lauryn Hill, 50 Cent, and Mary J. Blige to Mike Patton, Pretty Lights, Mark Guiliana, Slick Rick, and even a posthumous recording for Tupac Shakur, Stu Brooks' playing reverberates on an emotional and spiritual level.

This fall, Tony-nominated actress Danielle Brooks will make her return to Broadway in The Piano Lesson. This morning, Brooks sat down with Ryan Seacrest and Katie Lowes, who has been seen on Broadway in Waitress, on LIVE! to discuss the upcoming production, working with Samuel L. Jackson, and more. Watch the new video clip now!

Rolo Tomassi shared their new EP, Closer (The Edits), via MNRK Heavy. The EP contains edits of the bands recent single “Closer” from Daniel Avery, ATTLAS and Ki Oni & Luke Elliott. The original track is taken from their critically acclaimed album Where Myth Becomes Memory, which also features the standout track, “Cloaked.”

The complete cast and creative team have been announced for the first Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Joining the cast are Nadia Daniel and Jurnee Elizabeth Swan. Rounding out the company are Shirine Babb, Charles Browning, Peter Jay Fernandez, Sharina Martin, Warner Miller, Doron JePaul Mitchell and Kim Sullivan.

From the creators of Sex and the City, UNCOUPLED is a story about heartbreak, healing, and all the humor we find along the way. BroadwayWorld caught up with stars Neil Patrick Harris and Brooks Ashmanskas to discuss how similar they are to their Uncoupled characters, finding heartful moments in comedies, and more. Watch the video interview now!