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The American Composers Orchestra to Present HELLO, AMERICA: TRANSATLANTIC at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025

Carnegie Hall will present the American Composers Orchestra in Hello, America: Transatlantic, led by Tito Muñoz in Zankel Hall in March. Learn more about the upcoming performance and see how to purchase tickets.

American Composers Orchestra Hosts 2024 Gala And Creative Catalyst Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2024

The American Composers Orchestra announced its 2024 Gala and Creative Catalyst Awards on October 15, honoring Regina Carter, Hollis King, and BMI Foundation Inc. The event will celebrate contributions to music and arts.

Regina Carter, Hollis King & More to be Honored at American Composers Orchestra 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024

American Composers Orchestra announced its 2024 Gala and Creative Catalyst Awards on October 15 at Bryant Park Grill, honoring Regina Carter, Hollis King, and BMI Foundation Inc. with performances by Claudia Acuña and others.

Carnegie Hall Kicks Off Season-Long NUESTROS SONIDOS Festival During Latin Heritage Month
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2024

Carnegie Hall has announced the Nuestros Sonidos Festival, celebrating Latin Heritage Month with a season-long series of performances highlighting Latin American music and culture.

American Composers Orchestra Announces 2024-2025 Season Highlights
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2024

The American Composers Orchestra has announced its 2024-2025 season highlights. This upcoming season brings ACO's annual series presented by Carnegie Hall.

American Composers Orchestra Unveils 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024

American Composers Orchestra revealed its 2024-2025 season, featuring works by Michael Abels, Kebra-Seyoun Charles, Curtis Stewart, Paul Novak, and Victoria Polevá. Learn more!

Materials For The Arts Unveils New Logo And Visual Identity, Launches Campaign To Raise Awareness
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2024

Materials for the Arts unveils new logo and visual identity, launches campaign to raise awareness of the wide-ranging services it provides to NYC's cultural community.

Free Outdoor Event Will Celebrate Duke Ellington and National Tap Dance Day This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023

Duke Ellington will be celebrated on Sunday, May 21 from 2-4pm with the return of a FREE, annual outdoor concert commemorating the jazz great's birthday. This year's event, at the Duke Ellington Statue, 5th Avenue and 110th Street in Manhattan's Harlem neighborhood, will also celebrate National Tap Dance Day, which takes place yearly on May 25, the birthday of tap legend Bill Bojangles Robinson.

Lincoln Center & NYC Department of Education Name Winner of 2016 Lincoln Center Arts Teacher Award
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 8, 2016

 Lincoln Center Education, in partnership with the New York City Department of Education, is pleased to present the 2016 Lincoln Center Arts Teacher award to Dana Monteiro, a high school music teacher at the Frederick Douglass Academy in Harlem. The Lincoln Center Arts Teacher Award-part of DOE's annual Big Apple Awards, a teacher recognition program open to all full-time teachers in public schools across New York City-is presented to an arts teacher for making a difference in the lives of his or her students and for going above and beyond in their role as an arts educator. Mr. Monteiro is the fourth recipient of this outstanding recognition, and will receive a $3,500 classroom grant to enhance and further his work with students, as well as access to Lincoln Center opportunities.

Photo Flash: TED TALKS LIVE Launches Six-Night Event at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 2, 2015

TED, the nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, and PBS just launched the first ever TED TALKS LIVE, a six-night speaker event featuring TED Talks, short films and performances at The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) in New York's famed Theater District.

Anna Deavere Smith, Lynn Nottage & More Join TED TALKS LIVE Lineup at Town Hall
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 9, 2015

TED, the nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, and PBS have announced additional participants for the first ever TED TALKS LIVE, a six-night speaker event featuring TED Talks, short films and performances at The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) in New York's famed Theater District.

Baratunde Thurston and Sara Ramirez to Host First Ever TED TALKS LIVE at Town Hall This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2015

TED, the nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, and PBS are thrilled to announce the first ever TED TALKS LIVE, a six?night speaker event featuring TED Talks, short films and performances at The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) in New York's famed Theater District.

Joy Behar 'Lights' Up Lincoln Center with 'Winter's Eve' Celebration, 11/30
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2009

In case you haven't yet heard the news, Bay Street Theatre has announced a major fundraising campaign aimed at righting its financial ship, which has been hit hard by the economic recession. But the first potential life preserver has been cast, by an anonymous donor who has put forth a $250,000 challenge grant.

Joy Behar 'Lights' Up Lincoln Center with 'Winter's Eve' Celebration, 11/30
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 11, 2009

In case you haven't yet heard the news, Bay Street Theatre has announced a major fundraising campaign aimed at righting its financial ship, which has been hit hard by the economic recession. But the first potential life preserver has been cast, by an anonymous donor who has put forth a $250,000 challenge grant.

Lincoln Center Announces Their Out Of Doors '09 Season Performances, Runs 8/5-23
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2009

LINCOLN CENTER OUT OF DOORS 09 - AUGUST 5 - 23 39th Season of FREE Performances Announced! Opening Night Features Debut of BANG ON A CAN's Asphalt Orchestra with Works Commissioned for Lincoln Center's 50th Anniversary and concert FEATURING The Dave Brubeck Quartet with Guest Simon Shaheen and the NY Debut of amir Elsaffar's two rivers large ensemble.

Allen Toussaint Set For Lincoln Center Out Of Doors 8/22, More Acts Announced
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2009

Celebrated pianist, songwriter, arranger, producer, Crescent City's own Allen Toussaint will be the headliner for Lincoln Center Out of Doors' 'Roots of American Music' concert in Damrosch Park on Saturday, August 22.

Lincoln Center's Free 'Out of Doors 2009' Concerts Enters Final Week
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 17, 2009

Closing Weekend of Lincoln Center Out of Doors (August 22 and 23) is the 26th annual Roots of American Music mini-festival, this year, including a salute to the late singer/songwriter/ activist Odetta.

Meshell Ndegeocello Co-headlines Lincoln Center OUT OF DOORS Concert 8/7
by - Aug 7, 2009

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and bassist Meshell Ndegeocello will co-headline Lincoln Center Out of Doors' concert in Damrosch Park on August 7, sharing a bill with Raul Midón. She replaces Rokia Traoré (previously announced) whose scheduled U.S. tour has been postponed. Ndegeocello blends jazz, funk, rock, rap and soul as she continues to develop the 'neo-soul' genre she is credited with sparking.

Lincoln Center Announces Their Out Of Doors '09 Season Performances, Runs 8/5-23
by - Aug 5, 2009

LINCOLN CENTER OUT OF DOORS 09 - AUGUST 5 - 23 39th Season of FREE Performances Announced! Opening Night Features Debut of BANG ON A CAN's Asphalt Orchestra with Works Commissioned for Lincoln Center's 50th Anniversary and concert FEATURING The Dave Brubeck Quartet with Guest Simon Shaheen and the NY Debut of amir Elsaffar's two rivers large ensemble.

Meshell Ndegeocello Co-headlines Lincoln Center OUT OF DOORS Concert 8/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 17, 2009

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and bassist Meshell Ndegeocello will co-headline Lincoln Center Out of Doors' concert in Damrosch Park on August 7, sharing a bill with Raul Midón. She replaces Rokia Traoré (previously announced) whose scheduled U.S. tour has been postponed. Ndegeocello blends jazz, funk, rock, rap and soul as she continues to develop the 'neo-soul' genre she is credited with sparking.