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Henry Mancini Family Celebrates Late Composer's 100th Birthday with Tribute Album
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2024


The Henry Mancini family continues to celebrate what would have been the late legendary composer’s 100th birthday with the announcement of The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company. The album is the latest installment in what will be a year-long endeavor honoring the 20-time GRAMMY® and 4-time Academy Award winner whose centennial is being celebrated on April 16th. The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company will be available June 21st via Primary Wave, and the first single, “Peter Gunn,” featuring Quincy Jones, John Williams, Herbie Hancock, and Arturo Sandoval, is out now. Listen to the song here!

Video: Watch an All New Trailer For A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN in London
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024


An all new trailer has been released for the Tony nominated Broadway musical 'A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN' playing at London's Peacock Theatre for a limited run from August 20th.  Check out the video here!

Salted Lemon Presents BUZZER At Court Square Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2024


Explore Salted Lemon's latest production, BUZZER, a riveting drama that pushes boundaries and challenges perceptions. Uncover the story behind the hype in this must-see theatrical event.

Photos: TONY BENNETT: A LIFE WELL LIVED Exhibition Open Ahead of Auction
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2024


Julien’s Auctions opened today its exhibition of Tony Bennett: A Life Well Lived, featuring exceptional highlights of their two-day auction event honoring the music and art of the twenty-time GRAMMY Award-Winning maestro, artist and beloved New Yorker. See the photos below!

Audra McDonald to Return To Provincetown With Seth Rudetsky in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024


Six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Provincetown with SiriusXM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host, this Memorial Day Weekend. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Patti LuPone & More Set for Bay Street Theater Music Mondays Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts will present the return of MUSIC MONDAYS. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

London Records Will Release 30th Anniversary Editions Of Marcella Detroit's Album 'Jewel'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024


London Records celebrates 30 years of Marcella Detroit's album Jewel, re-issuing it on sapphire blue vinyl and an expanded 2CD and digital set on June 21.

Seattle Theatre Group Presents Two World Premiere Plays This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


The world premiere of Leviticus or Love and to walk amongst HUMANS (Book I), a new work by dani tirell and The Congregation commissioned by Seattle Theatre Group (STG), will play for two performances only at the Moore Theatre on April 20 and 21.

See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. & STOMP Join 24-25 Broadway in Toledo Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Two Season Add-On productions will join the 24–25 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Musical Director Joseph Thalken Playing A LIFE IN NOTES with Patti LuPone
by Gil Kaan - Apr 1, 2024


Broadway legend Patti LuPone performs her first solo show A Life in Notes with the LA Opera April 20, 2024, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Patti’s long-time musical director Joseph Thalken took some time between their second and third tour stops (respectively, Morristown, New Jersey’s Mayo Performing Arts Center and Houston, Texas’ Hobby Center for the Performing Arts) to answer a few of my queries.

92NY to Present COTTON: Denyce Graves, Mezzo-Soprano And Justin Austin, Baritone
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Join the 92nd Street Y for COTTON: Denyce Graves, mezzo-soprano and Justin Austin, baritone. See when you can catch the performance and learn how to purchase tickets.

Stella Cole, Chad LB Quartet, and More Take the Stage At Birdland In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2024


Get all the details about the upcoming jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running April 1st - April 14th.

54 SINGS SONGS FOR CHANGE to be Presented in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024


54 BELOW will present 54 Sings Songs for Change on Monday, April  15th at 9:30pm, with a livestream option offered at 9:45pm ET. Learn how to purchase tickets.

BEAUTIFUL, THE LEHMAN TRILOGY & More Lead Philadelphia's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2024


Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Beautiful, The Lehman Trilogy, and more!

Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles to Present SOLID GOLD: Aretha, Dionne, & Whitney
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will present the final concert of Season 45, SOLID GOLD: Aretha, Dionne, & Whitney. See the performance date and learn how to purchase tickets.

Matthew Jordan Smith Honors The Late Aretha Franklin With New Coffee Table Book
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024


Celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith releases ARETHA COOL: THE INTIMATE PORTRAITS, a coffee table book honoring Aretha Franklin. The 256-page book showcases her musical genius and cultural influence from 2005 to 2018. The photographs illustrate the musical genius of The Queen of Soul.

Ken Ludwig World Premiere & More Set for Asolo Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024


Asolo Repertory Theatre, has revealed its 2024-2025 season. See the full lineup of plays and learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Composer and Keyboard Player Peter Calandra Releases New Improvised Piano Album 'SPIRIT'
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 20, 2024


Broadway composer and keyboard player Peter Calandra has announced the release of his new album, 'Spirit.'

LES MISERABLES, THE CHER SHOW & More Set for 24-25 Broadway in South Bend Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024


The 24–25 Season for the Morris Performing Arts Center has been revealed! See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

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