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Previews: September Performances at Players Circle Theater
by Fran Thomas - Sep 1, 2024

Players Circle Theater has announced that comedian RC Smith and jazz musician Danny Sinoff are back by popular demand!

KISS Becomes First U.S. Band To Go Fully Virtual and Stage Avatar Show
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 3, 2023

KISS, the legendary rock band known for electrifying live performances over a 50 year career and sales of more than 100 million records worldwide, is marking the end of its physical existence by crossing into the digital world. 

Calvin Harris to Headline the 2024 Pegasus World Cup
by Michael Major - Nov 2, 2023

Known for attracting world-class Thoroughbred racehorses, A-list celebrity attendees, tastemakers, influencers, and avid racing fans, 1/ST has once again partnered with Palm Tree Crew and David Grutman’s Groot Hospitality to curate a unique Miami experience including an unforgettable headline performance by Calvin Harris. 

YOSHIKI Makes History as First Japanese Artist to be Honored by TCL Chinese Theatre with Handprint and Footprint Ceremony in Hollywood
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2023

YOSHIKI's feature documentary film YOSHIKI: Under the Sky had its L.A. premiere at the Chinese Theatre later that evening. The film is YOSHIKI's directorial debut, and features powerful live performances by The Chainsmokers, St. Vincent, Sarah Brightman, Scorpions, Jane Zhang, Lindsey Stirling, Nicole Scherzinger, and more.

BroadStage's Blacbox Series Returns With Mando Dorame with Carl Sonny Leyland and the Boogie Woogie Boys
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2023

BroadStage’s blackbox series returns for the 2023/2024 season. The first of the season is Mando Dorame with Carl Sonny Leyland and the Boogie Woogie Boys. They will perform on The Plaza on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 8:00pm.  Curated by The Reverend Shawn Amos, this BroadStage signature series of blues rhythms lights up the night and includes dancing and drinks on The Plaza.

Meet the Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2023

Back to the Future: The Musical begins Broadway performances tonight, Friday, June 30, 2023 and officially opens Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre. Meet the cast of Back to the Future here!

Exclusive: Watch Jeremy Jordan & Casey Likes In SPINNING GOLD Clip
by Michael Major - Mar 23, 2023

Broadway favorites Jeremy Jordan and Casey Likes are hitting the big screen in the new film Spinning Gold. Watch an exclusive video clip from the film now, featuring Jordan as Neil Bogart, the found of Casablanca Records, and Likes as KISS bassist and singer Gene Simmons.

Liana Hunt, Jelani Remy, Nathaniel Hackmann & More Complete the Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023

The full Broadway cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical has been revealed! See who is starring, performance dates, and how to purchase tickets!

Micki Free to Reunite With Fellow Former Shalamar Members at Las Vegas Residency
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2023

Grammy Award-winner, 5X Native American Music Awards Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement-winner and incendiary guitarist MICKI FREE will reunite with fellow former members of Shalamar Howard Hewitt and Carolyn Griffey on April 3 at 9:00pm for the second show of his Las Vegas residency.

Breaking: Casey Likes Joins Roger Bart in BACK TO THE FUTURE on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 1, 2023

Casey Likes will star as “Marty McFly” in the Broadway production of the 2022 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical.

A LOVELY DAY TO BE ONLINE Comes to Adelaide Fringe Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2023

Melbourne writer and performer Connor Morel (who recently appeared as Gene Simmons in the New Zealand and Australian tour of The Wedding Singer – The Musical which played at Adelaide’s Her Majesty’s Theatre in April 2021) returns to Adelaide with this original gig-theatre show that asks: are we doing the internet right?

See Marylin Maye, SWINGIN' SONDHEIM & More at Birdland in January 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2022

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this January with a full slate of nightly performances! See the lineup, how to get tickets, and more!

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Taylor Swift & More Vote on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2022

The list is voted on by both classic and contemporary artists, including Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Nile Rodgers, Questlove, Finneas, The Edge and Adam Clayton of U2, Alice Cooper, Big Boi, Gene Simmons, H.E.R., Hanson, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Marcus King. Pre-order the new book now!

VIDEO: Jeremy Jordan Stars In SPINNING GOLD Film Trailer
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2022

The first trailer for Spinning Gold starring Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan has been released. The film also stars Casey Likes (Almost Famous on Broadway) as Gene Simmons, Tony winner Dan Folger, Tayla Parx (Hairspray) as Donna Summer, and multi-Grammy winner Ledisi as Gladys Knight. Watch the new video trailer now!

Listen: Casey Likes Talks ALMOST FAMOUS and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Dec 5, 2022

Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. This week's episode features Casey Likes, who recently made his Broadway debut in Almost Famous The Musical as 'William Miller'!

Meet the Cast of ALMOST FAMOUS, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2022

.Almost Famous is set to begin preview performances at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre tonight, October 3, 2022 with opening night on November 3, 2022.

Daniel Glass Trio's New Album BAM! Out Today
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2022

CLUB44 RECORDS has announced the new album from Daniel Glass Trio, BAM!, is available on streaming platforms and on CD in stores and online today, Friday, April 29. 

Jane Monheit, Daniel Glass Trio & More Upcoming at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2022

Artists appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Jane Monheit, Meg Okura Pan Asian Jazz Ensemble, Bill Charlap Trio and Solo and Andy Farber Big Band. 

BIRDLAND Announces Programming Through May 1st
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 16, 2022

Below, you'll find details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running April 18 - May 1. Artists appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Cyrille Aimée, Ashley Pezzotti with the Birdland Big Band, Jane Monheit and Meg Okura Pan Asian Jazz Ensemble.

Birdland Announces April 2022 Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2022

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances!