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BWW Q&A: Lee Siegel on BRAMPTON CONCERT BAND & THE JAZZ MECHANICS at Brampton On Stage/The Rose
by Joshua Wright - Jan 30, 2025

Experience 'A Love Letter to New York' — a dazzling celebration of the Big Apple through music! Acclaimed Broadway star Lee Siegel joins forces with the Brampton Concert Band and The Jazz Mechanics for an afternoon of melodies and magic. Immerse yourself in the spirit of New York as the show takes you from jazz classics like Orange Colored Sky and In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning to Broadway hits from Les Misérables, West Side Story, Crazy for You, Jesus Christ Superstar, and more. Don’t miss this unique collaboration — it’s like a trip to Broadway, right here in Brampton!

Appell Center For The Performing Arts Commemorates Black History Month With Free Film Series
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

The Appell Center will commemorate Black History Month in February. The venue has collaborated with prominent York County community members to curate an exclusive film series.

University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College To Present Kool & the Gang In March
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025

University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College will present the GRAMMY award-winning group Kool & the Gang on Saturday, March 15th at 7:30 p.m. at the EACC Fine Arts Center. 

Review: SPRING AWAKENING at Revolution Stage Company
by Kay Kudukis - Jan 21, 2025

Go see it. ​​​​​​​If you check out the history of the musical, Spring Awakening, you will find that it is origins are in a German play titled The Awakening of Spring; underneath that, “A Tragedy of Childhood.” It was so controversial, it make it to stage for 15 years after it was written in 1891.

Olly Alexander Releases New Single 'When We Kiss'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2025

British pop icon Olly Alexander hits 2025 hard with a love song for the ages. Taken from his forthcoming new album Polari, 'When We Kiss' has dropped. Listen to it here.

All Female Tap Dance Band The Syncopated Ladies Announced At Lied Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

The Syncopated Ladies will be at the Lied Center on Thursday, January 23 at 7:30pm. Syncopated Ladies is the high-octane, high-impact female tap dance band created by Emmy Award-nominated tap dancer and choreographer Chloe Arnold, protege of Debbie Allen.

Sofia Eleni Unwraps Festive Cheer With New Holiday Single 'Wish List'
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2024

Sofia Eleni is set to light up the holiday season with her latest single 'Wish List'. A smooth blend of contemporary R&B and classic Christmas vibes, the song tells the heartfelt story of an ex hoping to reconnect with his love on Christmas. Listen to it now!

Video: Smokey Robinson & Halle Bailey Perform ‘Silent Night’ with Jennifer Hudson
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2024

Music legend Smokey Robinson and actress-singer Halle Bailey joined The Jennifer Hudson Show on, December 11 to discuss their collaboration on A Motown Christmas Special. In the spirit of the season, Robinson, Bailey, and Hudson come together for a soulful performance of Silent Night. Watch it now!

Photos: Ricky Martin Headlines AHF World AIDS Day Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2024

Ricky Martin had a sold-out crowd on their feet as he headlined AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s annual World AIDS Day concert at the Watsco Center at the University of Miami (UM) in Coral Gables, Florida Monday night. Take a look at photos from the evening here!

THE COLOR PURPLE Songwriter Brenda Russell Releases New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

With the release of her latest single, the soulful and sensual romance “You Know What It’s Like,” Brenda Russell makes a triumphant return to the refined classic blend of adult contemporary R&B and urban jazz. Listen to the new single from The Color Purple songwriter now.

Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2024

The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.

Yola Releases New Single 'Symphony' from Forthcoming EP
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 15, 2024

Yola released her anthemic new single “Symphony,” from her forthcoming EP My Way. Drawing influence from progressive R&B, classic funk and soulful pop, it marks a new era for the six-time GRAMMY-nominated artist. Listen to it now.

Songwriters Hall Of Fame Announces 2025 Nominees For Induction
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 nominees for induction, celebrating composers and lyricists with significant impact.

Ricky Martin to Headline AHF World AIDS Day Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 1, 2024

Global superstar Ricky Martin will headline the annual World AIDS Day concert, presented by AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the world’s largest nonprofit HIV/AIDS service provider. The event takes place on Monday, December 2, 2024 at the Watsco Center at the University of Miami (UM) in Coral Gables, Florida.

Photos: SERGE CLIVIO AND FRIENDS, VOL. 4 At Mastercard Midnight Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024

The sold-out Mastercard Midnight Theatre was full of rock and soul this past Saturday night with the newest iteration of Serge Clivio and Mike Stapleton’s SERGE AND FRIENDS concert series. Check out photos from the show.

Capitol Theatre Port Hope Announces 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024

The Capitol Theatre Port Hope's 2025 season, 'A Place to Call Home,' features productions like ALICE IN WONDERLAND, WAITRESS, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, and the world premiere of REZ GAS, plus a holiday panto.

Valerie Tyson Headlines Soulful Sundays at Historic Ali Cultural Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024

Prepare for an evening of music as Valerie Tyson performs at Soulful Sundays. Join in on October 13, 2024 at 6 pm as “South Florida’s queen of soul,” delivers a performance that is smooth, sultry, expressive and refined. Pompano Beach Arts’ premiere showcase of R&B, soul, gospel and funk is held at the Historic Ali Cultural Center.

NINE SIXTEENTHS Gets London World Premiere at Pleasance Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

At the 2004 Superbowl, Justin Timberlake exposed Janet Jackson's breast and nipple to a huge live TV audience for nine sixteenths of a second. This brief moment derailed Jackson's career for many years, while Timberlake's thrived.

Herb Alpert Releases Landmark 50th Studio Album
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 20, 2024

Legendary musician, artist, record label executive, and philanthropist Herb Alpert has marked an extraordinary milestone in his storied six-decade music career with the release of his 50th studio album titled 50.

Yola Releases New Single 'Future Enemies'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2024

Yola releases her new single “Future Enemies,” her first new music release in 3 years, and a sonic shift for the groundbreaking artist. This is the first single from her forthcoming EP My Way, set for release November 15.