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Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute To Present THE SLOWEST BRAIN WAVE

Scientists at Houston University discovered that Butoh dance, performed by Vangeline Theater, induces the slowest brain wave activity, marking a significant breakthrough in neuroscience and performance art.

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande more were nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! The Outsiders, Suffs and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.

Mellon Foundation Awards $1.25m To New Music USA's Next Jazz Legacy

New Music USA and the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice have announced the continuation of Next Jazz Legacy, a groundbreaking initiative designed by NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington, and New Music USA, to expand opportunities for women and non-binary artists who have been historically underrepresented in jazz.

Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend

Audiences will get a double bill of jazz brilliance with Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA on Saturday, October 19. Check out a video sneak peek at the performance here.

Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Scullers Jazz Club In October

The Yoko Miwa Trio announced their return to Scullers Jazz Club on October 4, 2024. The performance will feature selections from their latest album, showcasing their signature jazz style.

McCarter Theatre Center 2024-25 Presented Programming Season Begins

McCarter Theatre Center has begun its highly anticipated 2024-2025 Presenting Season, offering a blend of perennial favorites and exciting cutting-edge talent.

Nubya Garcia Releasing 'Odyssey' Album This Friday

This Friday, September 20th, London-born saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Nubya Garcia shares her new album, Odyssey.

Acclaimed Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Scullers Jazz Club This October

Acclaimed Japanese-born pianist Yoko Miwa returns in performance on Friday, October 4 at Scullers Jazz Club,

Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute to Present 9/11 Performance In Times Square

Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute announced a 911 Butoh procession and performance in Times Square on Sept 11, 2024, from 7:30-8:00 pm. This annual event honors 911 victims and is free to attend.

Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute Presents 9/11 Performance In Time Square

Join Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute on Wednesday, Sept 11, 2024 from 7:30-8:00 pm for their tradition of honoring the victims of 911 with a Butoh procession and performance in Times Square, NYC.

esperanza spalding Kicks Off Return Tour of Australia at QPAC

Five-time GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist, bass player and composer esperanza spalding will launch her highly anticipated return tour of Australia in Brisbane at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s (QPAC) Concert Hall for a very special one-night-only performance on 22 October 2024.

Miller Theatre Launches 2024-25 Jazz Series With Luciana Souza & Chico Pinheiro

Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts kicks off its 2024-25 Jazz series with Luciana Souza with Chico Pinheiro on Saturday, October 5, 7:30PM.

Robert Glasper Returns To The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival Next Month

The award-winning composer, bandleader and keyboardist Robert Glasper will take the stage at the 14th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF), co-presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, on Saturday, September 21, 8:45 – 10:00 pm.

Ellen Reid Taps Shabaka Hutchings on 'Spiritual Sun'

Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Ellen Reid — best known for her works that span opera, sound design, film scoring, avant-pop, and more — shares 'Spiritual Sun,' the latest preview from Big Majestic, which is out August 30. Accompanying Reid on 'Spiritual Sun' is the musician and composer Shabaka Hutchings.

S T A R R Busby Builds Revolutionary Communal Healing Space At JACK In August

Award-winning composer S T A R R busby builds a revolutionary communal healing space at JACK with Working Up A Surrender: Collective Healing Experiments, running August 15 - August 18, 2024.

esperanza spalding Kicks Off The Luckman's Fall 2024 Season Next Month

Esperanza Spalding will kick off the Luckman's Fall 2024 season on Thursday, August 1.

�¿Akihito Ichihara And Vangeline In Residency At The Monira Foundation To Continue Developing Duet MAN WOMAN

Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute collaborates with ELF and Machine Dazzle on a new duet titled MAN WOMAN, featuring Butoh dancers Akihito Ichihara and Vangeline, exploring themes of love and identity.

Nubya Garcia Shares Single 'Clarity' From Upcoming Album

London-born saxophonist, composer and bandleader Nubya Garcia has shared a gorgeous new single, “Clarity,” following last month’s lead track, “The Seer,” from her forthcoming new album, Odyssey, which arrives September 20th. Listen to it now!

Spire Center For Performing Arts to Present Matt Nakoa Band & More

The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA, has revealed its upcoming shows featuring Matt Nakoa Band and more. Learn about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Diversionary Theatre Reveals New Artistic Director

 Starting June 15, 2024, Diversionary Theatre has announced the selection of  Sherri Eden Barber as the new Artistic Director. Barber will fill the position left open by the departure of Matt M. Morrow in June of 2023.