THE JUDAS OF FOLK - DYLAN PLUGS IN Comes to MUSE/IQUE in June
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024
MUSE/IQUE’s next show of their 2024 season is The Judas of Folk – Dylan Plugs In,tracing the progression of folk music from its traditional roots to its role as the music of movements and protests; to Dylan’s bold swing, and beyond.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " May 6 to May 12, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 6, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Melissa Errico's new Sondheim album release party.
Maria Schneider Orchestra to Present DATA LORDS at BroadStage in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2023
2019 NEA Jazz master and seven-time GRAMMY winner Maria Schneider will bring her expansive talent to BroadStage, with arrangements from her 2021 Pulitzer Prize finalist album Data Lords, on Friday, March 3 at 7:30 pm at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage.
BWW Interview: Anais Reno of LOVESOME THING
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 29, 2021
New-ness is always fun, and though she has already been around a few years and people know her, Anais Reno is as shiny as a new penny... and as seasoned as one of her jazz idols. Her debut album, Lovesome Thing, is getting some well deserved attention, and this chat with her goes a little deeper into where it all comes from.
Photo Coverage: Marilyn Maye Honored at Dutch Treat Club Gala
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 17, 2019
In its 114 year life the Dutch Treat Club has had a membership that included, Jimmy Cagney, George S. Kaufman, Walter Cronkite, Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein ll, and Presidents Hoover, Eisenhower, Truman, and Ford. The great Broadway producer George Abbot was a member for 52 years when he died at the age of 107. But enough about the past. This year this historic New York City institution which was founded by and for creative people decided to honor someone young, creative and contemporary, so they chose...Marilyn Maye…an artist for every generation.
Michael Winther and Matt Baker Come to Birdland Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2019
A "first-rate singer of unusual refinement" with "a voice that traverses genres" (New York Times), Michael Winther, making his Birdland Theater solo debut, joins forces with award-winning jazz pianist, Matt Baker for a unique mix of classic, romantic standards and contemporary love songs as well as some discoveries from the contemporary musical theater - just in time for Valentine's Day!
LML Music Presents Stacy Sullivan Album Release at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2019
LML Music will present acclaimed cabaret and recording artist Stacy Sullivan in a one night only concert celebrating the release of her new album entitled Tornado Alley, at Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall on Thursday January 24, 2019 at 8:00PM.
Birdland Announces October 2018 Schedule; Anita Gillette, Max von Essen, and More
by Julie Musbach - Sep 14, 2018
Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with Dee Dee Bridgewater with the Theo Croker Quintet, Kevin Eubanks Quartet, Anita Gillette, Ron Carter's Great Big Band, Quartet and Golden Striker Trio, Alan Broadbent Trio, Capathia Jenkins & Louis Rosen, Jay Leonhart, Pasquale Grasso Trio, Ken Peplowski with Special Guest Sinne Eeg, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more!
Photo Flash: Broadway at Birdland Presents Natalie Douglas' Tribute to Elvis Presley
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2018
The Broadway at Birdland concert series was proud to present award-winning singer Natalie Douglas with another one of her very special "Tributes!" On Monday, April 9, she threw an onstage celebration of the music and magic of the one and only Elvis Presley. Songs included "Blue Suede Shoes," "Viva Las Vegas," and "If I Can Dream."
Celebration of Life for Sal Ritz Concert Raises Money for the Freddy Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2017
When musician Sal Ritz passed away unexpectedly on August 7th, a huge hole was left in the local music scene. Sal's music spanned over five decades performing gigs throughout the Lehigh Valley and beyond, and he spent more than a decade involved with local high school musicals and our very own FREDDY Awards. A celebration of Sal Ritz will take place at the State Theatre on Thursday, September 21st.