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Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation Presents 2025 SATCHMO Award and Lifetime Achievement Award
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) celebrated its annual awards honoring jazz education and music advocacy during Jazz Congress, a two-day series of workshops, panels and networking opportunities.

John Splithoff Releases Two Singles Ahead of Sophomore Album 'Far From Here'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2025

John Splithoff will release his much-anticipated sophomore album, Far From Here on March 21. Ahead of the album, John has released two singles, including “Tangled,” which was the first song he wrote for the album. Listen to them both here.

Native South Studios Will Host An Evening With Amy Keys
by Stephi Wild - Dec 27, 2024

Native South Studios will host an exclusive evening with Amy Keys, an International touring and recording vocalist, featuring renowned pianist and composer Quinn Johnson.

Corn Exchange Newbury Reveals 2025 Music Show Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024

Corn Exchange Newbury has announced its upcoming series of music shows for 2025, with tributes to music legends and original music from local bands. Learn more about the lineup here!

Interview: Melissa Errico Offers a Different Kind of Holiday Show at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 10, 2024

Melissa Errico invents a brand new type of holiday show celebrating the oft-overlooked week between Christmas and New Years with ’TWAS THE NIGHT AFTER CHRISTMAS from 12/26 to 12/30 at 54 Below. Read a conversation with Errico about the upcoming show.

Robert Bannon Will Bring His Holiday Special to Chelsea Table + Stage
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 22, 2024

The evening will feature live music and special guests, who will be announced soon. Robert will also be celebrating the holidays and his single from last Christmas, 'Don't Save It All For Christmas Day.' It's a must-see event that will bring joy and holiday spirit to everyone this season.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Will Play Brisbane Beginning in June 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 20, 2024

A Brisbane season has been announced as part of the Australian tour of the award-winning Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's celebrated rock musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR.

Melissa Errico to Lead a Sondheim Performance Workshop at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024

The 92nd Street Y will lead a two-day workshop devoted to the art of singing his music. Learn more and see how to attend.

Living Legends Foundation to Honor Filmmaker, TV Producer and Former Record Label President Ed Eckstine
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 8, 2024

The Living Legends Foundation announced Ed Eckstine as the 2024 Ray Harris Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. The awards dinner and gala will be held on October 4, 2024, at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, CA.

Marsha Ambrosius To Close The 14th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival In September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 25, 2024

Vocalist, songwriter, producer and lyricist Marsha Ambrosius has just been added to close out the 14th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF), on Sunday, September 22, at 8:45 pm, on Liberty Avenue, between 10th and 7th Streets downtown, near the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC), 980 Liberty Avenue.

Tickets On Sale This Week For JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR In Melbourne
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2024

Tickets are on pre-sale from today and on general public sales from Friday for the Melbourne season of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's celebrated rock musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, which will open at the Princess Theatre from 16 March.

First Look At Melissa Errico And Isabelle Georgesin The Premiere Of DEUX GRANDES DAMES At London's Crazy Coqs
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024

Melissa Errico and Isabelle Georges will debut their new show DEUX GRANDES DAMES at Crazy Coqs.

Lead Cast and More Cities Set For Australian Tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024

The lead cast for the Australian tour of the award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated rock musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has been revealed.

Michael Paynter, Javon King and Mahalia Barnes Will Lead JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Australian Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 7, 2024

The lead cast for the Australian tour of the award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated rock musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has been revealed.

Fox Jackson Releases Title Track From Upcoming EP
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2024

“A Sex Demo” is the title-track and first single to be released from the upcoming EP which focuses on relationships… Being in relationships, being around relationships and talking about relationships. Listen to the song now!

Ray Fearon Named as President of Rose Bruford College
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2024

Acclaimed actor from stage and screen Ray Fearon has been named as the incoming President of Rose Bruford College. Rose Bruford College is a leading London specialist higher education institution providing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in entertainment arts and production. 

Melissa Errico Returns to London With Isabelle Georges in DEUX GRANDES DAMES
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2024

Deux Grandes Dames with Melissa Errico & Isabelle Georges will run Wednesday 10 July at 7pm and Saturday 13 July at 7pm (75 mins) at Crazy Coqs.

The Rockettz New Generation Present A HARMONIOUS BLEND OF PAST & PRESENT At The Drama Factory
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024

The Rockettz new generation present A Harmonious Blend Of Past & Present at The Drama Factory.

Saxophonist Boney James To Perform At Southern Theatre On August 2
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024

Join renowned saxophonist Boney James for a night of soulful music at Southern Theatre on August 2. Don't miss out on this mesmerizing performance by the four-time Grammy nominee.

Video: WICKED Composer Stephen Schwartz Joins Melissa Errico To Perform 'For Good'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024

Broadway icon Stephen Schwartz, the composer behind the blockbuster hit Wicked, hit the stage with songstress Melissa Errico for a very special performance at 54 Below.