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BIO

Wynton Marsalis's exploration of socio-cultural and political issues has yielded some of his most inspired and provocative work over the last four decades including the GRAMMYⓇ Award-winning Black Codes (From the Underground) in 1985, Blood on the Fields ─ the first jazz composition ever to win a Pulitzer Prize─ in 1996, All Rise in 2002 (performed by Symphonic Orchestras the world over to great acclaim), and From the Plantation to the Penitentiary in 2007, which according to one reviewer, "reveals some important truth about this country with a lot of anger and heart."



On August 21, 2020, Blue Engine Records will release The Ever Fonky Lowdown, the latest Marsalis composition to directly address the irresistible cocktail of deception, racism, greed, and gullibility that subverts the global fight for human rights and corrupts the possibilities and promise of democracy in America and around the world.

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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2013]
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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical

Wynton Marsalis, After Midnight

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Leslie Odom, Jr. To Moderate Wren T. Brown's First Book Signing

The first book signing event for Wren T. Brown's THE FAMILY BUSINESS will take place at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center. Learn more!
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Comes to Overture

Experience the world's premier big band, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with  Wynton Marsalis. Learn more about the upcomig performance here and find out how to attend!
Interview: A BTS Look at Jazz At Lincoln Center's COOL SCHOOL & HARD BOP with Sherman Irby

Saxophonist Sherman Irby will co-music direct the 1/16 to 1/18 concert highlighting the shared themes of the cool jazz movement and hard bop. It also features the world premieres of two new works by Benny Green and Luther Allison.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota to Present Duo Karolina & Iwo and More in February

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Duo Karolina & Iwo in February, plus more performances! See full February programming and learn how to purchase tickets to upcoming shows.
Sammy Miller and The Congregation Come to the Eisemann Center

The Eisemann Center for Performing Arts has announced that Sammy Miller and The Congregation will bring jazz to the Bank of America Theatre in February. Learn more here!
What's Coming Up At Birdland, December 30th - January 12th

Check out what's coming up at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater, December 30th - January 12th.
EGC Productions Inc. And Legato Arts Present JOURNEY OF FAITH: A Musical Tribute To Mother Teresa

ECG Productions Inc. and Legato Arts will present Journey of Faith: A Musical Tribute to Mother Teresa on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 8pm at the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.
NEW ORLEANS SONGBOOK A Jazz At Lincoln Center Production Announced At Popejoy Hall

On February 8, 2025, at 7:30pm, Jazz at Lincoln Center brings the soul of New Orleans and the spirit of Mardi Gras to Popejoy Hall for New Orleans Songbook.
Alvin Ailey Season Continues With Two World Premieres, Live Music, And More

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2024-25 season celebrating ‘Legacy in Motion' and the life of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison moves forward with inspiring performances of acclaimed works and new pieces from a variety of choreographers for whom Alvin Ailey and Ms. Jamison paved the way.
Papo Vázquez Leads Third Annual Holiday Jazz & Latin Jazz Parranda

The Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture will present Holiday Jazz & Latin Jazz Parranda for its third winter season, led by Papo Vazquez. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
Cuartetango to Premiere THE RITES OF LOVE at Chapel of the Good Shepherd

Suarez Paz Tango & PIAZZOLLA 100 celebrate the International Day of Tango with the world premiere of The Rites of Love at the acoustically superior historic Chapel of the Good Shepherd on Roosevelt Island.
Bobby Watson Quartet Comes to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts' Amaturo Theater

The acclaimed Bobby Watson Quartet is set to take center stage at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts' Amaturo Theater in Fort Lauderdale, FL.as part of Gold Coast Jazz Society's Season Series.
LOUIS: A SILENT FILM WITH LIVE ACCOMPANIMENT BY WYNTON MARSALIS is Coming to Chandler Center

World-renowned trumpeter, bandleader and composer, Wynton Marsalis is coming to Chandler Center for the Arts for an unprecedented event: LOUIS: A SILENT FILM WITH LIVE ACCOMPANIMENT BY WYNTON MARSALIS. Learn how to attend.
Birdland Jazz To Present Emmet Cohen Trio, Svetlana's Big Band And More This Month

Get all the details on jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running December 2nd - December 15th.
Cole Porter Celebrated At Jazz At Lincoln Center With Karen Ziemba, Margo Seibert, Milton Suggs, Ted Rosenthal And More

Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club with Happen to Like Cole Porter on Sunday, December 8th at 5 PM and 7:30 PM.
Photos: Shoshana Bean, Meryl Streep, & More at New York Public Radio Gala

New York Public Radio hosted its 2024 annual gala celebrating WNYC’s 100 years on the air. The centennial event paid tribute to WNYC’s century of service and featured a musical performance by Hell's Kitchen star Shoshana Bean. Take a look at photos now!
Broadway Jukebox: The Best of Bernadette Peters

Sing along to this playlist featuring just 60 of Bernadette Peters' greatest hits. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Into the Woods, Follies, Song and Dance, Sunday in the Park with George, Annie Get Your Gun, and many more!
Paul Mescal in STREETCAR, Whitney White's MACBETH IN STRIDE & More Play BAM

BAM has revealed its 2025 Winter Spring Season, featuring Paul Mescal in A Streetcar Named Desire, Whitney White's Macbeth in Stride, and more. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra HOLIDAY POPS To Feature A Special Performance By Columbia Dance

Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for their USA Holiday Pops concert, featuring a special performance by Columbia Dance.
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.

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