Dave Schools & Friends Surprise With Haynes, Potter
The unannounced Music Club performance at Manhattan Center featured guest appearances by Warren Haynes and Grace Potter.
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New York City Variety News
In New York City, variety news means stage show tours, revival performances, festivals, comedy-music hybrids and talent competitions. Reporting follows the creative and production side of live entertainment across the city.
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November 5, 2026
David Yazbek Releases Four Songs From Dead OutlawThe new EP features full-band recordings of songs from the Tony-nominated Broadway musical, with its final performance having just concluded.
October 31, 2026
Lisa Dennett Performs Songs from My ChildhoodThe singer brought her nostalgic concert program to The Green Room 42 for a recent show featuring American Sign Language.
October 30, 2026
Lawrence Launches Staycation Residency at Brooklyn ParamountThe band kicked off a three-show residency in Brooklyn with a movie-themed setlist and surprise guest performances.
October 29, 2026
K-pop Group 8TURN Performs at Racket NYCThe eight-member boy band brings their high-energy tour to a packed New York City audience.
October 22, 2026
Jennifer Simard to Extend Broadway Run Through NovemberThe actress will continue her performance in the musical Schmigadoon! at the Nederlander Theatre this fall.
October 21, 2026
Directors Company Announces Big Famous Musical CastThe upcoming benefit concert features a new musical based on the life of polka musician Jan Lewan.
October 15, 2026
Imitation of Life Musical Announces Full CastThe musical adaptation starring Adrienne Warren and Jessica Vosk premieres at The Shed this November.
October 14, 2026
Robinson and Vitelli Celebrated 20th AnniversaryThe musical duo marked two decades of performance with a sold-out concert and a live haircut for charity.
October 13, 2026
Rosie O'Donnell and Kristin Chenoweth Will Read MusicalThe two stars will collaborate on a new, unnamed musical project set for a reading on October 19.
October 12, 2026
Tina Fey Hosted 30 Rock Reunion at Radio CityThe sold-out anniversary show featured original cast members and raised funds for the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
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This section follows tour announcements, show revivals, festival lineups, and talent competitions. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. The concentration of performance venues in the city creates a year-round cycle of premieres and special events. Venue availability and performer scheduling drive most changes to the citywide calendar.