Peter Nero

The No Name Pops Gains Rights to the Name 'The Philly Pops'

The No Name Pops (NNP) has secured the full and complete rights to the trademarked name 'The Philly Pops” through the generosity of the Nero family. Finger Prince, Inc. officially assigned the trademark “The Philly Pops” to the NNP by agreement dated October 25, 2024.

Exclusive: Karen Mason Mashes Up Kander and Ebb Classics On KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!

Karen Mason debuts a track from her upcoming Kander & Ebb album, featuring rare songs. Discover the latest addition to her celebrated discography, exclusively on BroadwayWorld.

Billy Porter to Join Jason Robert Brown in Concert at Carnegie Hall

Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award-winning performer Billy Porter will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Karen Mason Celebrates Kander & Ebb With New Album KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!

Karen Mason has announced a new album, KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ, celebrating the works of Kander & Ebb.

Lineup Set for 2024 Montco Jazz Festival

The third annual Montco Jazz Fest, curated by Joanna Pascale, has revealed its lineup. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Free Concerts By The No Name Pops to Take Place in Philadelphia This Month

Enjoy free concerts by the NO NAME POPS in Philadelphia this month. Join the community for an evening of live music and entertainment.

Review: Lorna Luft's Triumphant Return to 54 Below with HOME AGAIN

Lorna Luft captivated the audience at 54 Below on Friday night. The child of legendary performer Judy Garland and producer Sid Luft, Ms. Luft is no stranger to the stage, and she had the audience in the palm of her hand with this entertaining evening of music celebrating New York writers of Tin Pan Alley, the Brill Building, and beyond!

UArts and No Name Pops to Present Music on the Square This Spring

In a first-time partnership, University of the Arts and The No Name Pops, the former musicians of The Philly Pops, have planned the UArts Music on the Square series with two evenings of music on Rittenhouse Square. See details!

No Name Pops In Discussions To Perform Under Philly Pops Trademark

At the April 20, 2024 concert 'TIMELESS: A Tribute to The Legacy of Peter Nero,' host Jim Gardner, former Action News anchor and board member of The No Name Pops (NNP), shared the information that the Nero Family has entered into discussions for The No Name Pops to perform under the Philly Pops trademark.

Guest Conductor and Pianist Revealed For No Name Pops' Peter Nero Tribute Concert

Special guest conductor, Carl Topilow, and renowned pianist George Burton, will appear at the No Name Pops’ upcoming concert, Timeless: A Tribute to the Legacy of Peter Nero. 

Malvern's Dr. Bill Carr, A Steinway Pianist, Is Special Guest At The No Name Pops' Concert, February 17

Malvern's Dr. Bill Carr, a Steinway pianist, will be the special guest at the No Name Pops' Broadway in the Burbs concert at Immaculata University on February 17, 2024. The concert will feature music from popular Broadway shows like Wicked, Gypsy, Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, and more, with Dr. Carr showcasing his musical prowess by playing Leroy Anderson's Piano Concerto in C Major. Don't miss this exciting event!

The No Name Pops Receives Generous Gift From A Very Philly Special Album

The No Name Pops receives a generous gift from the 'A Philly Special Christmas Special' album produced by Charlie Hall and Connor Barwin, showcasing the true spirit of the season and supporting the orchestra's mission of spreading musical joy in Philadelphia.

Join Raue Center For John Mueller's WINTER DANCE PARTY

Raue Center For The Arts will welcome the official and number one tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper in 2020!

No Name Pops Performs TIMELESS: A Tribute to The Legacy of Peter Nero in April

 The No Name Pops has announced 'TIMELESS: A Tribute to The Legacy of Peter Nero,' a concert paying homage to the extraordinary career and musical genius of the legendary Peter Nero.

Jodi Benson Will Lead HELLO, DOLLY! in Florida in Summer 2024

Jodi Benson will lead a production of Hello, Dolly! in Florida next year at Encore! Performing Arts. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Jim Gardner Joins The No Name Pops Board

The No Name Pops, the new non-profit organization consisting of former Philly Pops musicians, has announced that Philadelphia’s legendary news personality Jim Gardner has agreed to join The No Name Pops’s Board of Directors.

Adrienne Haan & William Michals to Lead FINAL DAY? THE MUSICAL Industry Reading

Curtis Productions will present private industry readings of “FINAL DAY? The Musical” with book, music & lyrics by Danny Curtis and music direction by Richard Danley. 

Tony Nominee Ann Hampton Callaway Announces New Tour Dates

Tony Award-nominated Broadway legend Ann Hampton Callaway is heading out on tour in 2023 to promote her new album, Fever: A Peggy Lee Celebration!

Jodi Benson and Daughter Delaney Benson Will Lead Production of GYPSY in Florida

Jodi Benson will star alongside her daughter, Delaney Benson, in a production of Gypsy in Florida.

Judy Whitmore Releases New Jazz Album 'Isn't It Romantic'

Produced by John Sawoski (composer, orchestrator, and musical director who helmed the production of Can’t We Be Friends,) the album came to life at Capitol Studios in Los Angeles (where her story began as a singer in college in a series of sessions with Grammy Award-nominated recording engineer Steve Genewick (Barbra Streisand, Burt Bacharach).