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Date of Death: October 15, 1964 (73)

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ANYTHING GOES Comes to Sutter Street Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2024


Anything Goes comes to Sutter Street Theatre beginning this week. Performances run April 12 – May 12, 2024.

Video: See Stephanie J. Block as Lilli Vanessi in a Photoshoot for KISS ME, KATE at Barbican Centre
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 6, 2024


In the video here, watch Stephanie J. Block strike a pose as Lilli Vanessi in a photoshoot for Barbican Theatre's Kiss Me Kate!

Brian Bromberg Pays Tribute To Legendary Bassist Scott LaFaro On New Trio Album, 'LaFaro'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024


LaFaro will be released on April 5 in CD, LP and digital formats on Bromberg's own Be Squared Productions label.

Craig Rubano Extends Return Show TAKE THE MOMENT Through June At The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


Broadway star and concert artist Craig Rubano extends his return show, TAKE THE MOMENT, through June 12. Experience the celebrated performer's captivating stage presence once again.

Review: Patti LuPone Splendidly Sings of A LIFE IN NOTES
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 3, 2024


In the past few years, Patti LuPone has resigned from Actor’s Equity Association and suspended her legendary Broadway career, but as she proved with her Celebrity Series of Boston performance at Symphony Hall on April 2, the three-time Tony Award winner can still command a concert stage.

Vladimir Cetkar and His Jazz Soul Funk Ensemble to Perform at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024


Join international composer, guitarist, and vocalist VLADIMIR CETKAR and his JAZZ SOUL FUNK ENSEMBLE at CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Playthings Theatre of New York to Present DORIAN'S WILD(E) AFFAIR Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024


Playthings Theatre of New York and executive producer Preston Ridge will present private industry readings (by invitation only) of Dorian’s Wild(e) Affair. Learn more about the show.

Review: BROADWAY BY THE SEASON Shines a Spotlight on the Past at Merkin Hall
by Rob Lester - Apr 3, 2024


The Depression and World War II eras didn't stop Broadway from being filled with big shows and songs worth hearing again and again. Hear about what can be heard in a BroadwayWorld write-up.

Klea Blackhurst to Present THE BOX SET Series at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2024


CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a fantastic season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Feature: Special April Birthday Salute �" Who Is She?????
by Rob Lester - Apr 1, 2024


Our 'Born This Month' Cabaret Birthday Salute goes to a woman with an incredible life story. An amazing musical inspiration. Do you know her name? Born in April, she changed music history during her 106-year life. Read about her in our monthly birthday feature.

Review: Michael Feinstein and the Carnegie Hall Big Band Honor Tony Bennett
by Sharon Ellman - Mar 29, 2024


This reviewer was overwhelmed by the acclaimed musical Tour de Force that is Michael Feinstein and the marvelous Carnegie Hall Big Band at the March 27th edition of Standard Time with Michael Feinstein.

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Candlelight Music Theatre
by Greer Firestone - Mar 25, 2024


What did our critic think of TCandlelight Music Theatre normally plays it safe when scheduling a season. That’s’ why Aisle Say was surprised that “THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD” was part of this year’s season. And more so for the musical was written by Rupert Holmes, whose most prominent claim to fame was his #1 Billboard hit, the romantically funny tune, “The Pina Colada Song”. (To give Holmes his due, the musical won the Tony for Best Musical in 1986).HE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Candlelight Music Theatre?

Megan Sikora to Star as Ethel Merman in MERMAN Developmental Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024


The York Theatre Company will present a developmental reading of Merman. Learn more about the reading!

THE HELLO GIRLS to Play the Kennedy Center & Symphony Space This May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024


Prospect Theater Company's production of The Hello Girls will play Washington, DC for one night only on Tuesday, May 7th at 7:30pm in the Terrace Theater at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

Review: MAX RAABE & PALAST ORCHESTER Brings Glamour to Carnegie Hall
by Sharon Ellman - Mar 24, 2024


This reviewer was completely enchanted by the sheer joy of Max Raabe's musical performance on Thursday, March 21st at Carnegie Hall. Time travel may not be possible in reality, but it certainly felt like stepping into the late 1920’s and  early 1930’s.

Student Blog: A Big Guide to Making a Musical Theatre Audition Book
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - Mar 23, 2024


Hi! I'm back with another post that has advice about something that I am actually really confused about in my life right now! The topic is: making a good audition book of musical theatre songs (Cont.).

Review: Craig Rubano Returns and TAKES THE MOMENT at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Rob Lester - Mar 22, 2024


Don't call the Department of Missing Persons, Cabaret Unit. Singer Craig Rubano has been located and safely returned to the cabaret stage. Take a moment and read about 'Take the Moment,' the fine act by Craig Rubano, too long absent from cabaret. Rubano will be back with two more shows on April 13 and May 19.

Lady Gaga to Return to Las Vegas For 8 More Jazz & Piano Shows This Summer
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024


Lady Gaga is returning to Las Vegas for more Jazz and Piano shows. The GRAMMY and Oscar-winning superstar took to social media to reveal that she is headed back to Park MGM for eight shows. Find out how to get tickets to see Lady Gaga in Las Vegas here!

Video: Watch Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar in New KISS ME, KATE Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 16, 2024


Watch a trailer for Kiss Me Kate, starring Stephanie J. Block, Adrian Dunbar, and more, coming to the Barbican Centre in London this summer!

Review: Treat Yourself to MELBA MOORE: FROM BROADWAY WITH LOVE at 54 Below
by Ricky Pope - Mar 16, 2024


MELBA MOORE: FROM BROADWAY WITH LOVE had its first performance March 15th at 54 Below. Ms. Moore’s show is a dynamic travelogue through her Broadway career with a few added treasures for good measure. There is one more nearly sold out show tonight at 7 pm; get your tickets while you can.

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