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Michael Bivins Michael Bivins first stepped onto the music scene at the young age of 13 as the founding member of the legendary R&B group New Edition. In 1990, Bivins, along with N.E. members Ricky Bell and Ronnie DeVoe branched out to form the hip-hop trio Bell Biv DeVoe/BBD, releasing the platinum selling album, Poison, and garnering the 1991 Billboard Award for Best New Artist. Doug E. Fresh Dubbed the "World's Greatest Entertainer" for his unrivaled ability to rock a crowd, Harlem native Doug E. Fresh began his musical career at age 13. The originator of the human beat box (vocally simulating the sound of drums and other musical instruments), he spawned an international hip-hop trend. Throughout his 20 plus years in music, Fresh has collaborated with the world's biggest artist including Tupac Shakur, Biggie Smalls, Eminem, P. Diddy, Dr. Dre, Prince, Roberta Flack, Chaka Kahn, and Stevie Wonder. Tony Rock Being the brother of an established entertainer can be tough, but Brooklyn native Tony Rock has been able to successfully elude the shadows of his older sibling and step into his own limelight as a skillful comedian, actor, and executive producer. After four successful seasons on the Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith executive produced sitcom,



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New Philharmonic Announces Free Concert and Live Broadcast at Lakeside Pavilion Photo New Philharmonic Announces Free Concert and Live Broadcast at Lakeside Pavilion
by Julie Musbach - July 16, 2018

Maestro Kirk Muspratt, Illinois Council of Orchestras' 2018 Conductor of the Year, and New Philharmonic, the professional orchestra in residence at the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), perform a free concert of pops music, movie scores and more at the Lakeside Pavilion, 425 Fawell Blvd., on the campus of...


Sommore, Arnez J, Tony Rock & Gary Owen Bring TOP SHELF COMEDY TOUR to NJPAC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2015

Only tour stop in the metro area! Sommore, Arnez J., Tony Rock and Gary Owens: The Top Shelf Comedy Tour brings some of the greatest veteran comedians in the business together on one stage tonight, January 30th 2015. Whether you like your comedy neat or on the rocks, this tour promises a night of no...


Family Reunion Tour 2013 to Feature Gladys Knight and the O'Jays
by Caryn Robbins - April 08, 2013

Come to DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center, to experience what happens when the 'Midnight Train' and the 'Love Train' meet for one incredible night of music. Legendary performers Gladys Knight and The O'Jays will heat up the Cool Summer Nights at DPAC series when the Family Reunion Tour arrives on ...


ALL DEF COMEDY, From Russell Simmons, Debuts on HBO 12/1 Photo ALL DEF COMEDY, From Russell Simmons, Debuts on HBO 12/1
by Emily Bruno - November 03, 2017

Russell Simmons returns to HBO for the all-new, six-show stand-up series ALL DEF COMEDY, debuting FRIDAY, DEC. 1(10:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO, followed by four other editions subsequent Fridays at the same time, with the finale debuting Friday, Dec. 29 (10:30-11:00 p.m.)....


APOLLO LIVE Part of BET's 2012 Fall Preview
by Caryn Robbins - August 07, 2012

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Ensemble Theatre Company Presents Musical COOKIN' AT THE COOKERY: THE MUSIC AND TIMES Photo Ensemble Theatre Company Presents Musical COOKIN' AT THE COOKERY: THE MUSIC AND TIMES OF ALBERTA HUNTER
by Julie Musbach - May 15, 2018

ENSEMBLE THEATRE COMPANY is thrilled to announce the fifth and final show of its 2017-2018 Season, a musical about the extraordinary life of an extraordinary woman. Infused with jazz and blues, COOKIN' AT THE COOKERY: The Music And Times Of Alberta Hunter, written, directed and choreographed by Mari...


Gary Owen & More Set for New HBO Stand-Up Series ALL DEF COMEDY 12/1 Photo Gary Owen & More Set for New HBO Stand-Up Series ALL DEF COMEDY 12/1
by Caryn Robbins - November 06, 2017

Russell Simmons returns to HBO for the all-new, six-show stand-up series ALL DEF COMEDY, debuting FRIDAY, DEC. 1 (10:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO, followed by four other editions subsequent Fridays at the same time, with the finale debuting Friday, Dec. 29 (10:30-11:00 p.m.)....


NJPAC Free Concert Series Kicks Off in July
by Tyler Peterson - June 24, 2016

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MotorCity Casino Hotel Welcomes Josh Adams Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2015

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by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017

Russell Simmons returns to HBO for the all-new, six-show stand-up series ALL DEF COMEDY, debuting FRIDAY, DEC. 1 (10:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO, followed by four other editions subsequent Todays at the same time, with the finale debuting Today, Dec. 29 (10:30-11:00 p.m.)....


NJPAC & Horizon Foundation's Sounds of the City Announce Free Outdoor Concert Series
by Caryn Robbins - June 29, 2016

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You Can't Stop The Beat With HAIRSPRAY At The Maltz Jupiter Theatre Photo You Can't Stop The Beat With HAIRSPRAY At The Maltz Jupiter Theatre
by Stephi Wild - December 21, 2017

You can't stop the beat in the Maltz Jupiter Theatre's big and bold Broadway blockbuster about one girl's inspiring dream to dance! Onstage January 9 through 28, the smash hit musical Hairspray kicks off the New Year at the Theatre. The musical takes place in 1962 Baltimore, where Tracy Turnblad ...


BET Networks Unveils New 2012 Programming Line-Up
by Caryn Robbins - April 13, 2012

During its annual Upfront presentation to the advertising community, BET Networks, the leading provider of content to black consumers globally, will reveal its new programming content including scripted programs and original movies for both BET and CENTRIC as well as new web series for BET.com. ...


Gladys Knight, Ne-Yo, & More Join The Soul Train Awards' 3-day Experience
by Tyler Peterson - November 05, 2012

To celebrate their 25th Awards show, The Soul Train Awards 2012 three-day experience is bringing celebrity star power to Las Vegas, as they honor the best in music, comedy and entertainment. In addition to the Awards show, hosted by Cedric the Entertainer, the experience will include an All-Star C...


Nicole Vanessa Ortiz Makes 54 Below Solo Debut In BECOMING HER: A DIVA'S TRIBUTE Photo Nicole Vanessa Ortiz Makes 54 Below Solo Debut In BECOMING HER: A DIVA'S TRIBUTE
by Julie Musbach - February 12, 2019

Nicole Vanessa Ortiz, fresh on the heels of starring in Spamilton and Smokey Joe's Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller, makes her Feinstein's/54 Below solo concert debut in Becoming Her: A Diva's Tribute-a musical salute to chart-topping divas, on Thursday, March 7 at 9:30pm (doors open at 8:45pm)...


Sommore, Arnez J, Tony Rock & Gary Owen to Bring TOP SHELF COMEDY TOUR to NJPAC, 1/30
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2014

Only tour stop in the metro area! Sommore, Arnez J., Tony Rock and Gary Owens: The Top Shelf Comedy Tour brings some of the greatest veteran comedians in the business together on one stage on Friday, January 30th 2015. Whether you like your comedy neat or on the rocks, this tour promises a night of ...


Sommore to Bring STANDING OVATION TOUR to Morris Performing Arts Center, 2/16
by Tyler Peterson - December 04, 2013

Comedian SOMMORE presents "The Standing Ovation Tour" at the historic Morris Performing Arts Center in South Bend, Indiana, on Sunday, February 16, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. Comedians TOMMY DAVIDSON, GEORGE WILLBORN, and TONY ROCK will also be appearing....


Photo Flash: First Look at HAIRSPRAY at the Maltz Jupiter Photo Photo Flash: First Look at HAIRSPRAY at the Maltz Jupiter
by Julie Musbach - January 11, 2018

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Jennie Harney to Bring Big Apple Journey to B.B. Kings This March
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2017

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MotorCity Casino Hotel to Welcome Josh Adams, 4/24
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Lakeside Pavilion Free Outdoor Summer Series Of Films And Concerts Includes Three New Photo Lakeside Pavilion Free Outdoor Summer Series Of Films And Concerts Includes Three New Components
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2018

McAninch Arts Center, located at 425 Fawell Blvd. on the campus of College of DuPage (COD), presents the 2018 Lakeside Pavilion Free Outdoor Summer Series. Programming runs July 12-Aug.10 and includes a Thursday evening Family Movie Series, the Thursday evening WDCB Live Jazz Concert Series and a Fr...


Tony Rock to Host New Outrageous Game Show THE GAME OF DATING on TV One
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2017

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by Caryn Robbins - June 29, 2016

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Gladys Knight and The O'Jays Play MPAC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2015

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by A.A. Cristi - February 01, 2018

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