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Sue Matsuki and Gregory Toroian Celebrate 30 Years Of Collaboration in RESERVATIONS FOR TWO at Don't Tell Mama

Award-winning musical duo Sue Matsuki and Gregory Toroian are coming home to Mama's! Bistro and MAC Award-winning team Matsuki and Toroian celebrate 30 years of musical collaboration in Reservations for Two.

Karen Mason Celebrates New Album Release at Chicago's Davenport's Next Month

Award-winning vocalist, Broadway star, and recording artist Karen Mason will return in concert to celebrate the release of her new CD, KAREN MASON...AND ALL THAT JAZZ!. at Chicago's premier cabaret Davenport's, Wednesday November 13 through Saturday, November 16th.

Cast Set For Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at The Mill at Sonning

The cast has been announced for Irving Berlin's White Christmas at The Mill at Sonning, which runs 27 November - 25 January.

Review: Tanya Moberly's STANDARDS Is a Purist's Dream at Don't Tell Mama

Moberly is a fine actress who gives us over 20 interesting characters while simply presenting the songs without a lot of folderol. She is working in the tradition of some of the great musical monologists like Charles Aznavour, Liza Minelli, Bernadette Peters, and Julie Wilson.

WHITE CHRISTMAS Celebrates 70th Anniversary With 4K Ultra HD Release

2024 marks the 70th anniversary of one of the most beloved Christmas movies ever made—Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS—and Paramount Home Entertainment is celebrating the milestone by releasing the fan-favorite film for the first time ever on 4K Ultra HD on November 5, 2024. 

Staci Griesbach Drops New Jazz-Bossa Nova Single 'Asilomar'

Vocalist and songwriter Staci Griesbach has released a new Jazz-Bossa Nova-inspired single titled “ASILOMAR”. The original tune was inspired after listening to Nat King Cole and walking among the Cypress trees and rocky shore of Central California’s iconic Asilomar State Beach.

Songbook Library & Archives Will Offer Public Tours For American Archives Month

In recognition of American Archives Month, the Great American Songbook Foundation is offering rare public tours of its Songbook Library & Archives in October.

IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Comes to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres

For the first time in its history, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will bring IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS to its Main Stage.

Columbus Jazz Orchestra Will Kick Off 2024-25 Season with The Greatest Jazz Concert in the World

 The Columbus Jazz Orchestra (CJO) will kick off their 52nd season with The Greatest Jazz Concert in the World Oct. 10-13 at the Southern Theatre. Led by Bandleader Byron Stripling, the four concerts will feature legendary jazz musicians John Clayton and Jeff Hamilton alongside the orchestra.

Monthly BIRTHDAY SALUTE to a Major Cabaret Figure

A major, long-time cabaret figure gets our monthly birthday Tribute. How many hints will you need to know who it is?

Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret In Chicago Celebrates WOMEN IN MUSIC In August and September

Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret in Chicago celebrates WOMEN IN MUSIC in August and September with tribute shows, as well as some of the city's top female performers.

Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret to Celebrate Women in Music

Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret in Chicago will celebrate WOMEN IN MUSIC with tribute shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.

John Pizzarelli And Sy Smith Join Pacific Jazz Orchestra For Two September Shows

Pacific Jazz Orchestra, led by seven-time Grammy-nominated Artistic Director Chris Walden, launches its 2024-25 season with a program of exceptional straight-ahead jazz, swing, soul, and traditional big band sounds at two leading Southern California venues.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.

Interview: WHITE CHRISTMAS is a Christmas Card to the MSMT Faithful

“It is perfect symmetry to utter the words ‘Curt Dale Clark’ and ‘Christmas’ in one sentence because no one does Christmas better than he and Marc Robin.”  These were my words as moderator of MSMT’s third Peek Behind the Curtain panel discussion as I introduced MSMT Artistic Director, (Curt Dale Clark) and his concept for the Christmas in July extravaganza currently providing context for the theatre’s spectacular production of WHITE CHRISTMAS, directed and choreographed by Robin. The panel of several of the show’s stars, Kerry Conte (Betty Haynes), Darien Crago (Judy Haynes), and David Girolmo (General Waverly) joined Clark and me to share with the audience their experience on stage in the beloved Irving Berlin classic now running at the Pickard Theater until August 3.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 29th - August 11th

Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 29th - August 11th.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 22nd - August 4th

Birdland has announced details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running July 22nd - August 4th.

Review: DEVEN GREEN AND HANDSOME NED at CVRep

Funny, dated, and a bit lackluster; fans went wild.

Interview: 'So Much More Than Christmas': Stars of Irving Berlin's Classic Discuss WHITE CHRISTMAS

“There’s so much more to this show than just Christmas,” declares actress Kerry Conte, describing Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS, which receives its first ever production at Maine State Music Theatre beginning July 17.  “It’s one of those shows that has something for everyone,” adds co-star Will Ray.  “How lucky are we to spread a little Christmas cheer in July!” Ray, who plays Bob Wallace, and Conte, who portrays Betty Haynes, are enthusing about Maine State Music Theatre’s newest extravaganza: a spectacular, immersive production of the holiday classic that will transform the entire Pickard Theater and offer dazzling visual effects, breathtaking choreography, and stunning vocal and dance performances as it tells the beloved story in the irresistible language of live theatre.

SUMMER JAZZ WEEKEND Set For This Weekend at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts

 A double header of soulful tunes will greet viewers July 12-13 for the Summer Jazz Weekend at the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA).