May 10, 2023
In era when representation is everything, it was an inspired move for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra, led by progressive conductor Janna Hymes to honor the music of “The Queen of Soul.” A joyous celebration, “Tribute to Aretha Franklin” was held Saturday at The Palladium... read more
May 9, 2023
I felt like I was watching a masterclass in showmanship when I saw veteran vocalist Clint Holmes, accompanied by his music director Michael Orland on the piano in “Beyond the Moon and New York City,” Friday at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael. Best known for his... read more
May 5, 2023
Over the years, I have had the great fortune of witnessing numerous performances of the renowned five-time Grammy nominated Michael Feinstein —in fact, so many times, that I have lost count of the number. The reason I have seen him so often is because of... read more
May 2, 2023
While making her Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael debut during a one-night appearance Friday, looking every inch the cabaret star, she is, Amanda McBroom demonstrated not only that she is a seasoned entertainer but also a gifted songwriter. Accompanied by her long-time music director, songwriting... read more
April 30, 2023
I can state, unequivocally, that of myriad performing arts events I attend, Kids Dance Outreach’s annual “Event of the Year” is one of my favorites. This year’s edition subtitled “Message in a Bottle” held Tuesday at Schrott Center for the Arts at Butler University was,... read more
April 28, 2023
If you have not yet seen the groundbreaking “Hamilton” that premiered on Broadway in 2015 and rocked the musical theatre world, now is your chance to see it at The Murat Theatre at Old National Center through May 7. I saw the national touring company... read more
April 27, 2023
Amanda McBroom has been called “…the greatest cabaret performer of her generation, an urban poet who writes like an angel and has a voice to match” by the NY Times. Broadway World describes the Grammy nominated performer as “…one of the greatest nightclub performers of... read more
April 26, 2023
Fresh off her smash Carnegie Hall solo concert on March 24, Marilyn Maye, considered one of the finest jazz singers of all time, performed Friday, the first of a two-night engagement at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael, the room she opened two years ago. I had... read more
