Lou Marini News

American Masters celebrates 'The Hi De Ho Man's' career and legacy during Black History Month with the new documentary CAB CALLOWAY: SKETCHES premiering nationally Monday, February 27 at 10 p.m. (ET/PT) on PBS (check local listings). In the New York metro-area the film airs Sunday, February 26 at 8 p.m. on THIRTEEN.

An Evening with The Manhattan Transfer held at MORRISON CENTER February 5, 2012 - 7 PM

With the release of her new CD Crazy Little Things in April, actress/singer Lynda Carter and her band opened a three day gig @ the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood on Thursday, March 31 to a wildly enthusiastic crowd. Carter, best known for TV's Wonder Woman in the 70s is still incredibly gorgeous and knows how to envelop an audience with just the right amount of warmth, charisma and genuine down-home fun. Backed by a six-piece band and three vocalists, the stage was overflowing with talent and that indescribable energy that can only emanate from expertly harmonious musicianship.

Stevie Hawkins new single from his third studio album, What The Funk? is the upbeat, 'Good Times'. While Stevie Hawkins has become noted for his live performances, his debut album 'Georgia Jam' features some of the best live jams of Southern Rock, his studio album 'High Time' was one of really showcasing Stevie's vocal and drumming talent as it fused rock, blues, and even a little jazz into a soulful mix.

Six decades ago, GARSON KANIN, director and playwright of productions such as A Man to Remember and Funny Girl, premiered his classic Broadway play, The Rat Race, on the Great White Way. On the play's 60th anniversary, The Greene Space in collaboration with Yorinks Theater Group celebrates the master American storyteller with two days of dialogue, film and a world premiere performance.

Six decades ago, GARSON KANIN, director and playwright of productions such as A Man to Remember and Funny Girl, premiered his classic Broadway play, The Rat Race, on the Great White Way. On the play's 60th anniversary, The Greene Space in collaboration with Yorinks Theater Group celebrates the master American storyteller with two days of dialogue, film and a world premiere performance.

The Jazz Education Network (J.E.N.) opens its three-day inaugural conference on the campus of the University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL) May 20, 2010. Over two dozen icons of the jazz genre will donate their time and talents as featured artists.

Six decades ago, GARSON KANIN, director and playwright of productions such as A Man to Remember and Funny Girl, premiered his classic Broadway play, The Rat Race, on the Great White Way. On the play's 60th anniversary, The Greene Space in collaboration with Yorinks Theater Group celebrates the master American storyteller with two days of dialogue, film and a world premiere performance.

Toph-e and Tropea together! 2 Great bands at the Canal Room March 31st 8PM hit, don't passover this one! Toph-E & the Pussycats featuring Clifford Carter, keys, Will Lee, bass and vocal, David Mann, tenor and soprano, Ralph MacDonald, percussion, Chris Parker, drums / leader at the Canal Room.

Toph-E & the Pussycats will play the famed Canal Room on March 31st. The band features Clifford Carter on keys, Will Lee on bass and vocal, David Mann on tenor and soprano, Ralph MacDonald on percussion, and Chris Parker on drums.

Toph-e and Tropea together! 2 Great bands at the Canal Room March 31st 8PM hit, don't passover this one! Toph-E & the Pussycats featuring Clifford Carter, keys, Will Lee, bass and vocal, David Mann, tenor and soprano, Ralph MacDonald, percussion, Chris Parker, drums / leader at the Canal Room.

Toph-E & the Pussycats will play the famed Canal Room on March 31st. The band features Clifford Carter on keys, Will Lee on bass and vocal, David Mann on tenor and soprano, Ralph MacDonald on percussion, and Chris Parker on drums.

LOVE/LIFE, A Life in Song, will play on Sunday and Monday nights in the Vivian Beaumont Theater beginning Sunday, May 1.