Billy Strayhorn

Review: Mary Stallings Spins Classic Jazz With Style & Substance at Dizzy's

The captivating veteran singer Mary Stallings is a stylist with flair. Her run, 12/12 to 12/15, was a hot ticket and she brings a warm glow to Dizzy's (Jazz at Lincoln Center).

Photos: ANASTASIA At Bucks County Playhouse

 Bucks County Playhouse has released production photos of its new production of “Anastasia: The Musical,” which opened November 22 and continues on the historic stage through January 5.

Bucks County Playhouse To Host Special ANASTASIA Scavenger Hunt

The hunt is on! Bring your friends and search for clues! Bucks County Playhouse (through Watson Adventures) is hosting a special Anastasia scavenger hunt on Sunday, December 8 at 2 pm.

Photos: Christy Altomare Drops By ANASTASIA At Bucks County Playhouse

Broadway’s original Anastasia, Christy Altomare, was among the guests at a buzzy opening night of the new production of “Anastasia: The Musical” at Bucks County Playhouse on Saturday, November 23. Check out photos of Christy's meeting with the cast!

Guest Review: THE NUTCRACKER SUITE by Dorrance Dance Turns NY City Center into a Jazz Haven

New York City Center was transformed into a golden age jazz club this weekend as Dorrance Dance’s 'The Nutcracker Suite' took the stage from Friday, November 22, through Sunday, November 24.

Holiday Concert Comes to Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw State University's Bailey School of Music will present the 2024 Holiday Concert. The annual concert features almost 280 KSU students performing as part of the Choirs, Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and Jazz I.

Bucks County Playhouse To Present Performances From Darius de Haas and Edmund Bagnell

Experience holiday magic with two cabaret performances at the Playhouse Barn, featuring Broadway's Teri Dale Hansen and pianist Joseph Thalken. Enjoy festive classics and new favorites this season.

Review: Jazz Singer VICKI BURNS Brightens a Sunday Afternoon at 92NY

Vicki Burns is a singer who pleases, scats, swings, and is a modest but solid presence. If you missed her concert in-person at 92NY, part of the free Faculty Concert Series, you can hear most of what you missed on her CD called Lotus Blossom Days.

Lyda Jade Harlan, Roe Hartrampf & More to Star in ANASTASIA at Bucks County Playhouse

This holiday season, Bucks County Playhouse will debut an all-new production of 'Anastasia: The Musical' starring Lyda Jade Harlan, Roe Hartrampf and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Feature: Monthly Quiz - How Well Do You Know Music Stars Born This Month?

How's your music trivia expertise? Try the Broadway World Cabaret Quiz of 'True or False' questions about music figures born in November.

The New School's College of Performing Arts Will Celebrate The Holidays

The New School's College of Performing Arts – Mannes, Jazz, Drama will celebrate the holidays on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:30pm, with special performances of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s The Nutcracker Suite and Oliver Nelson’s arrangement of Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf.

SUITE LIFE: A Celebration of Billy Strayhorn & Gene Kelly Comes to Kelly Strayhorn Theater

Kelly Strayhorn Theater will invite audiences to experience a sizzling new take on the art of KST’s legendary namesakes at SUITE LIFE: A Celebration of Billy Strayhorn & Gene Kelly.

Billy Porter to Join Jason Robert Brown in Concert at Carnegie Hall

Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award-winning performer Billy Porter will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Releases October 2024 Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced their October 2024 lineup featuring performances by John Pizzarelli, Stacey Kent, and the Mingus Big Band.

Susan Mack Casts A Spell At Birdland With A Halloween Encore Of NO MORE BLUES

Susan Mack returns to Birdland Theater on Halloween with an encore of No More Blues, featuring jazz standards and classics from the Great American Songbook. Accompanied by an all-star band, directed by Lina Koutrakos.

Courtney Cutchins To Release Genre-bending Album 'Grunge To Grace'

Courtney Cutchins has announced her debut album Grunge to Grace, featuring jazz interpretations of Soundgarden and Nirvana songs. The album includes six originals and three re-imagined grunge anthems.

Review: BLUES IN THE NIGHT at The Black Rep

Ron Himes’ amazing Black Rep company is opening its 48th season with a piece of pure delight.  It’s called Blues in the Night, and it’s a glorious musical revue of the history of that genre.  And such a vastly diverse history that is, with vaudeville songs, deeply moving songs of love and loss, lush and lonely excursions into real jazz, and comic novelty songs that get seriously, hilariously bawdy. 

Music Institute Announces 2024�"25 Nichols Concert Hall Concerts And More

Nichols Concert Hall has announced its 2024-25 season featuring new resident ensembles and a diverse lineup of performances. Highlights include classical concerts, jazz nights, and special guest appearances.

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?

Kelly Strayhorn Theater Announces Fall 2024 Season: Owning Our Future

Kelly Strayhorn Theater has announced its Fall 2024 season featuring performances by Jesse Factor, #notwhite collective, Yusef Shelton, and Arnita Simone.