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Review: Jessica Vosk Pure Medical Grade Magic In CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' at 92NY
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 4, 2023

It’s one thing to be a good singer.  It’s one thing to be a great singer.  But what Jessica Vosk did on the stage today went beyond good or great.

Musical Theater Songwriting Students To Showcase Work At Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023

Since the creation of the New York Youth Symphony's Musical Theater Songwriting Program (MTS) in 2018, Anna K. Jacobs has been its director, creating the curriculum from scratch, bringing world renowned Broadway professionals into classes, and teaching extraordinary NYYS students the craft of songwriting. Now, as the students gear up for their final performance of the year at Joe's Pub, Anna will be taking her final bow. 

New York Youth Symphony's Musical Theater Songwriting Program Students to Perform at Joe's Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2023

On Wednesday, May 17th at Joe's Pub at The Public Theater at 7pm, a live audience will have the unique chance to listen to songs written, composed, and arranged by the 2023 New York Youth Symphony's MTS cohort.

BWW Review: With BACK ON 54TH STREET Mauricio Martinez Envelopes Feinstein's/54 Below With Excellence
by Stephen Mosher - Jul 22, 2021

When Mauricio Martinez goes back to 54 with a new show, he doesn't mess around. With BACK ON 54TH STREET, the Broadway leading man arrived ready to share himself and his artistry with everyone, and when he left the stage, he left it all on the stage.

BWW Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at the Kennedy Center is Exceptional
by Charles Shubow - Jan 31, 2020

You only have until Sunday night, Feb. 2 to this Tony Award winning musical.

Photo Flash: Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond Present 'The Crowd Goes Mild'
by Julie Musbach - Feb 15, 2018

Fred Ebb Award-winning songwriters Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond brought their concert, "The Crowd Goes Mild" to the Broadway at Birdland series on Monday, February 12.

Philip Pelkington Produces Charity Music Video For Manhattan Showcase Project
by Julie Musbach - Dec 18, 2017

Philip Pelkington, has produced a music video to benefit the charity, Direct Relief, as part of his Manhattan Showcase Project series. The project, #MSP4DirectRelief features students from Pelkington's New York and Los Angeles studios, many of whom have performed on Broadway stage, television and film. Any and all profits from the video fundraising project will be donated to Direct Relief (www.DirectRelief.org) which provides life-saving medical aid to areas impacted by disaster and poverty.

Tamika Lawrence, Marcus Paul James and Gerard Cocoinco to Host 'Senior Prom Night' to Benefit Puerto Rico
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2017

Senior Prom Night featuring Tamika & The Slay, Marcus Paul James (RENT, IN THE HEIGHTS), and 5JBarrow (Featuring Gerard Cocoinco of Groundhog Day) will be an evening of fun where dressed up party goers can re-live the prom they loved or Re-do the prom night they hated.

Photo Flash: EVER AFTER's James Snyder Is 'PRINCE CHARMING' at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2015

The Broadway at Birdland concert series was proud to present If/Then leading man James Snyder in his one-man show, 'James Snyder: Prince Charming' on the historic stage Sunday, May 3. Scroll down for photos!

BWW Reviews: REEFER MADNESS Tenth Anniversary Reunion Concert Leaves Audience High
by David Clarke - Apr 24, 2015

Long after the Waldos coined the term '420,' composer Dan Studney, lyricist Kevin Murphy, and actor/producer Christian Campbell decided that it was time to test the waters in New York City for the return of the hit cult musical REEFER MADNESS. Lighting up at 54 Below, they wanted to see just how high the 17-year-old material gets modern audiences while also celebrating the 10th anniversary of the film adaptation of the show.

Mary Gatchell Performs Tonight at the Leddy Center
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2014

Mary Gatchell will be performing her great music with her NYC band at Leddy Center at Verdant Pastures in Epping, NH, this evening, October 3, at 7:30pm. Mary Gatchell is a dynamic singer, pianist, and composer living in New York City.

Mary Gatchell Performing at Leddy Center, 10/3
by Anna Bencivengo - Sep 24, 2014

Mary Gatchell will be performing her great music with her NYC band at Leddy Center at Verdant Pastures in Epping, NH, Friday evening, October 3, at 7:30pm. Mary Gatchell is a dynamic singer, pianist, and composer living in New York City, and will be debuting her music video, Shining Star, which can be seen and heard on iTunes now!

Mary Gatchell to Perform at the Leddy Center, 10/3
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2014

Mary Gatchell will be performing her great music with her NYC band at Leddy Center at Verdant Pastures in Epping, NH, Friday evening, October 3, at 7:30pm. Mary Gatchell is a dynamic singer, pianist, and composer living in New York City.

Patti LuPone, The Skivvies, Malcolm Gets & More Set for 54 Below this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 21, 2014

Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

IF/THEN's Tamika Lawrence Makes NYC Solo Concert Debut Tonight at 54 Below with 'THE SLAY'
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2014

IF/THEN star Tamika Lawrence, who plays Elena, makes her New York City solo concert debut with 'THE SLAY: A ROCK EXPERIENCE' tonight, July 21, 2014 at 9:30 p.m. at 54 Below.

Patti LuPone, Charles Busch, Lindsay Mendez, The Skivvies and More Set for 54 Below, July-Aug 2014
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2014

This July and August 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street.

Jane Lynch, Tamara Tunie, Vivian Reed & More Set for 54 Below this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 16, 2014

Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

Alice Ripley, Colin Donnell, Matt Doyle & More to Star in BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY Concerts at 54 Below, 6/16
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 28, 2014

An all-star concert version of Paul Scott Goodman's rock musical Bright Lights, Big City will play two performances at NYC's 54 Below on Monday, June 16, 2014 at 7pm & 9:30pm. Based on the novel by Jay McInerney, Bright Lights, Big City follows a week in the life of Jamie, a successful young writer who loses himself in the chaos of 1980s New York City.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: In the Recording Studio with The Broadway Boys for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 16, 2013

Stars and casts from the current Broadway line-up have been busy in the studio, recording for the 2013 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 15. Singing traditional and original holiday songs, this annual holiday music CD benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), one of the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you exclusive photos from The Broadway Boys' recording session for 'O Come' with Omar Lopez-Cepero, Brad Greer, Julius Thomas III, Donald Webber, Jr., Mykal Kilgore and Jesse Warren Nager.

Mary Gatchell to Play Leddy Center in Epping, 10/12
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2012

Mary Gatchell will be performing her great music with her NYC band at the new Leddy Center at Verdant Pastures on Ladd's Lane in Epping, NH, Friday evening, October 12,at 7:30pm. Mary Gatchell will be performing her great music with her NYC band at the new Leddy Center at Verdant Pastures on Ladd's Lane in Epping, NH, Friday evening, October 12, at 7:30pm. Mary Gatchell is a dynamic singer, pianist, and composer living in New York City. With four albums to her credit, she has played in legendary clubs such as the Blue Note, Birdland, Bitter End, CBGB's, Knitting Factory, Boston House of Blues, Ryles, and many more.