Billy Strayhorn

Susan Mack's NO MORE BLUES (WINTER EDITION) Set for Chelsea Table & Stage This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025

Susan Mack will return to Chelsea Table & Stage with a one-night-only encore performance of her newest show, No More Blues (Winter Edition). Learn more about the performance here!

Review: BEN JONES AND LAURENCE HOBGOOD at Piedmont Piano Company
by Steve Murray - Jan 27, 2025

The press release on this coupling promised “an evening of unparalleled artistry,” a very lofty intention indeed. But after a few numbers I tend to agree whole-heartedly – these two critically-acclaimed musicians put on a master class that at moments, took my breath away.

Artistic Director Marya Sea Kaminski Will Depart Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Pittsburgh Public Theater announced that its artistic director Marya Sea Kaminski will depart her role effective July 2025 after seven years of service.

Review: ELLINGTON/STRAYHORN NUTCRACKER at Dance St. Louis
by Steve Callahan - Dec 22, 2024

One of the most perfect evenings I've ever spent in a theater.

Review: Mary Stallings Spins Classic Jazz With Style & Substance at Dizzy's
by Rob Lester - Dec 16, 2024

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
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024

 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
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2024

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
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024

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
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 27, 2024

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
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024

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
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024

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
by Rob Lester - Nov 8, 2024

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2024

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?
by Rob Lester - Nov 1, 2024

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
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024

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
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2024

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024

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
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

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
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2024

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'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 16, 2024

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.