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NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

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Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service to our country. It was first widely observed on May 30, 1868, to commemorate the sacrifices of Civil War soldiers, by proclamation of General John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic, an organization of former sailors and soldiers.

During the first national celebration, General James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, after which 5,000 participants helped to decorate the graves of the more than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers who were buried there. This event was inspired by local observances of the day that had taken place in several towns throughout America in the three years since the Civil War. By the late 1800s, many more cities and communities had begun to observe Memorial Day, and after World War I, it became an occasion for honoring those who had died in all America

VIDEO: Watch Sara Bareilles, Brian d'Arcy James & More in PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Photo VIDEO: Watch Sara Bareilles, Brian d'Arcy James & More in PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2021

Capital Concerts continues a beloved tradition today with the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT on PBS, hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winning actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise with all-star performances and tributes from Washington, D.C. and around the country honoring all of ...


Lea Salonga, Norm Lewis, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More Join PBS Memorial Day Concert Photo Lea Salonga, Norm Lewis, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More Join PBS Memorial Day Concert
by Michael Major - May 23, 2022

Tony Award-winner Lea Salonga, Emmy, Grammy, Tony, and SAG Award-nominated actor Norm Lewis, and  Tony Award-winning Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell have been confirmed to perform in the upcoming concert. Segments in the special will be hosted by Mary McCormack, Jean Smart, and more...


BWW Flashback: Watch Megan Hilty, Christopher Jackson, & More Broadway Stars Perform Photo BWW Flashback: Watch Megan Hilty, Christopher Jackson, & More Broadway Stars Perform in Past Memorial Day Concerts on PBS!
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 24, 2020

Tomorrow is Memorial Day, and although we can't celebrate like normal, we can have a look back at some of our favorite Broadway stars performing patriotic tunes! Watch performances from Christopher Jackson, Megan Hilty, Cynthia Erivo, and more in our roundup of videos from Memorial Day concerts of y...


THE VOICE Season 14 Finalist Spensha Baker to Perform the National Anthem at the Nati Photo THE VOICE Season 14 Finalist Spensha Baker to Perform the National Anthem at the National Memorial Day Concert
by Macon Prickett - May 23, 2018

On the 150th anniversary of Memorial Day, PBS' multi award-winning NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT welcomes THE VOICE Season 14 finalist Spensha Baker, to open the show with a special performance of the “National Anthem,” honoring the service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their fa...


Video: Watch Megan Hilty, Dulé Hill, and More on PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT Photo Video: Watch Megan Hilty, Dulé Hill, and More on PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2023

PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT, America's national night of remembrance, returned live this Memorial Day from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise. Watch the full concert here!...


Internationally-acclaimed Tenor Anthony Kearns Performed At The 2019 Annual Jim McKay Photo Internationally-acclaimed Tenor Anthony Kearns Performed At The 2019 Annual Jim McKay Maryland Million Celebrations
by Stephi Wild - October 26, 2019

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The Utah Symphony To Perform The Scores Of Iconic Composer John Williams Photo The Utah Symphony To Perform The Scores Of Iconic Composer John Williams
by Julie Musbach - August 29, 2019

The man, the myth, the legend. John Williams has become one of the most popular, respected American film composers of all time...


Tenor Anthony Kearns Headlined The 2018 Annual Jim McKay Maryland Million Celebration Photo Tenor Anthony Kearns Headlined The 2018 Annual Jim McKay Maryland Million Celebrations
by Stephi Wild - October 23, 2018

World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns sang the National Anthem and 'God Bless America' at the 2018 Jim McKay Maryland Million Day at Laurel Park on Saturday, October 20, 2018. This was the fourth year Kearns sang at this extraordinary day of racing for Maryland-sired Thoroughbred horses, started in 19...


Kennedy Center Announces Renée Fleming's VOICES Showcase Lineup Photo Kennedy Center Announces Renée Fleming's VOICES Showcase Lineup
by Alan Henry - April 10, 2018

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Artistic Advisor at Large Renee Fleming today announce the schedule of performances for the 2018-2019 Renee Fleming VOICES series, marking its third season celebrating the power of the voice across a wide range of genres....


Chita Rivera, Andy Grammer, and Kyla Jade Join the Lineup for A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS Photo Chita Rivera, Andy Grammer, and Kyla Jade Join the Lineup for A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS
by Macon Prickett - June 19, 2018

Joining the all-star line-up for the 38th annual edition of PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH, the country's longest-running live national July 4 TV tradition, are theatrical icon and triple-threat Broadway legend Chita Rivera, multi-platinum pop singer and songwriter Andy Grammer, and THE VOICE Season 14 final...


VIDEO: Watch Megan Hilty and Cynthia Erivo Perform at the 2018 National Memorial Day Photo VIDEO: Watch Megan Hilty and Cynthia Erivo Perform at the 2018 National Memorial Day Concert!
by Marianka Swain - May 28, 2018

Today, on the 150th anniversary of Memorial Day, PBS' multi award-winning NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT returned live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise.  Broadway leading ladies Megan Hilty and Cynthia Erivo were amon...


Anthony Kearns Releases New Song 'Macy's Window (Christmas In New York)' Photo Anthony Kearns Releases New Song 'Macy's Window (Christmas In New York)'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 18, 2020

The Broadway community and fifty Pokémon cast members are joining forces to raise funds for The Brick Theater in Brooklyn (579 Metropolitan Avenue) after the non-profit venue postponed all shows back in March due to the coronavirus pandemic....


Anthony Kearns To Sing 'Silver Bells' On 'Huckabee' Photo Anthony Kearns To Sing 'Silver Bells' On 'Huckabee'
by A.A. Cristi - December 26, 2018

World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns will sing the classic song, 'Silver Bells,' on TBN's popular show, 'Huckabee,' tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern/ 7 p.m. Central....


Cynthia Erivo, Christopher Jackson, & More to Take Part in Special Presentation of NA Photo Cynthia Erivo, Christopher Jackson, & More to Take Part in Special Presentation of NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 30, 2020

Capital Concerts announced today a special presentation of the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT on PBS, hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise with new performances and tributes filmed around the country honoring all of our American heroes....


VIDEO: Watch Sara Bareilles, Brian d'Arcy James & More in PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY Photo VIDEO: Watch Sara Bareilles, Brian d'Arcy James & More in PBS' NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2021

Capital Concerts continues a beloved tradition today with the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT on PBS, hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winning actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise with all-star performances and tributes from Washington, D.C. and around the country honoring all of ...


Anthony Kearns To Sing 'Silver Bells' On 'Huckabee' Photo Anthony Kearns To Sing 'Silver Bells' On 'Huckabee'
by A.A. Cristi - December 26, 2018

World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns will sing the classic song, 'Silver Bells,' on TBN's popular show, 'Huckabee,' tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern/ 7 p.m. Central....


Anthony Kearns Sings 'O, America!' For Fourth Of July Special On HUCKABEE Photo Anthony Kearns Sings 'O, America!' For Fourth Of July Special On HUCKABEE
by Julie Musbach - July 06, 2018

World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns sang his signature song, 'O' America!' on TBN's popular show, 'Huckabee,' on Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 8 p.m. Eastern/ 7 p.m. Central....


Megan Hilty, Cynthia Erivo, & More to Perform At The National Memorial Day Concert in Photo Megan Hilty, Cynthia Erivo, & More to Perform At The National Memorial Day Concert in D.C.
by Macon Prickett - May 03, 2018

On the 150th anniversary of Memorial Day, PBS' multi award-winning NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT returns live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winnerGary Sinise.  The 29th annual broadcast of the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERTairs live on ...


The Utah Symphony To Perform The Scores Of Iconic Composer John Williams Photo The Utah Symphony To Perform The Scores Of Iconic Composer John Williams
by Julie Musbach - August 29, 2019

The man, the myth, the legend. John Williams has become one of the most popular, respected American film composers of all time...


Memorial Day Musicals: 10 Broadway Shows That Salute the Troops Photo Memorial Day Musicals: 10 Broadway Shows That Salute the Troops
by Nicole Rosky - May 25, 2020

As we pause today to remember their sacrifice, BroadwayWorld is looking back on stories of past wars, undying patriotism and true courage, which have been the topics of countless films, television series, and of course... theatre. Below we celebrate our armed forces with songs from musicals that  te...


Broadway Jukebox: 40 Showtunes to Kick Off Your Memorial Day Weekend! Photo Broadway Jukebox: 40 Showtunes to Kick Off Your Memorial Day Weekend!
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2020

Memorial Day weekend festivities might not be quite what we're used to this year, but that doesn't mean that you can't celebrate in song. Need some showtunes to liven up your solo barbecue? BroadwayWorld has got you covered!...


VIDEO: Watch Cynthia Erivo, Kelli O'Hara, Christopher Jackson and More in PBS Nationa Photo VIDEO: Watch Cynthia Erivo, Kelli O'Hara, Christopher Jackson and More in PBS National Memorial Day Concert
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2020

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, PBS will present the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT, hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise with new performances and tributes filmed around the country honoring all of our American heroes. The special 90-minute presentation of...


BWW Flashback: Watch Megan Hilty, Christopher Jackson, & More Broadway Stars Perform Photo BWW Flashback: Watch Megan Hilty, Christopher Jackson, & More Broadway Stars Perform in Past Memorial Day Concerts on PBS!
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 24, 2020

Tomorrow is Memorial Day, and although we can't celebrate like normal, we can have a look back at some of our favorite Broadway stars performing patriotic tunes! Watch performances from Christopher Jackson, Megan Hilty, Cynthia Erivo, and more in our roundup of videos from Memorial Day concerts of y...


John Stamos to Return to A CAPITOL FOURTH As Host On PBS Photo John Stamos to Return to A CAPITOL FOURTH As Host On PBS
by Macon Prickett - May 31, 2018

This July 4th, America's national Independence Day celebration kicks off our country's 242nd birthday, as A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS welcomes back Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos (FULLER HOUSE, SCREAM QUEENS) to host the festivities. Broadcast live on PBS from the West Lawn of the U...


The Cast of ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE, Renee Fleming, & More to Perform at A CAPITOL F Photo The Cast of ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE, Renee Fleming, & More to Perform at A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS
by Macon Prickett - May 31, 2018

This July 4th, America's national Independence Day celebration kicks off our country's 242nd birthday, as A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS welcomes back Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos (FULLER HOUSE, SCREAM QUEENS) to host the festivities.  Broadcast live on PBS from the West Lawn of the ...






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