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In the middle of New York City, in the heart of Times Square, sits The Brill Building. From the halls and offices of 1619 Broadway came the sound of America in the 50s and 60s — considered by many to be the greatest music ever written. The Brill Building was home to Carole King, Neil Sedaka, Lieber & Stoller, Neil Diamond, and Barry Mann & Cynthia Weill, among others.

Letters Aloud has been delighting audiences with thought-provoking, relevant, hopeful, and humorous stories told through the real voices of real people via their personal correspondence. Read by outstanding actors and performers, these letters give unique and unexpected insights into the personal lives of a variety of people—some famous; some less so—through their own words.

Billy McGuigan’s Pop Rock Orchestra is your passport to a musical adventure spanning the 60s, 70s, and 80s from the British Invasion to iconic American Rock, and even the hidden treasures of one-hit wonders. What sets the Pop Rock Orchestra apart is the dynamic presence of Billy McGuigan himself. As an energetic front man who knows how to make the audience lean in, he infuses each performance with a contagious energy that’s nothing short of electric! Complimenting this exhilarating set list are handpicked originals written by Billy himself, adding a unique and personal touch to each performance. Don’t miss this fun celebration of some of history’s most memorable pop music!

Music isn't just sound, it's a whole vibe that connects souls—and Pasquale Esposito is a maestro of creating those magical connections with his audience. Through 13 albums, 4 PBS specials, and performances around the globe, Pasquale showcases a musical style that fuses classical opera from Italy with Broadway flair, American songbook grooves, and even Latin beats. Don't even think about missing out on this captivating performance by this local music sensation, who has sold out two previous shows at Montalvo.

Music isn't just sound, it's a whole vibe that connects souls—and Pasquale Esposito is a maestro of creating those magical connections with his audience. Through 13 albums, 4 PBS specials, and performances around the globe, Pasquale showcases a musical style that fuses classical opera from Italy with Broadway flair, American songbook grooves, and even Latin beats. Don't even think about missing out on this captivating performance by this local music sensation, who has sold out two previous shows at Montalvo.

The Second City is celebrating 65 years of legendary laughs! Showcasing our audience’s favorite songs, sketches, and characters written on our stages by some of our illustrious alumni, including Catherine O’Hara, Tina Fey, Keegan-Michael Key, Amber Ruffin, Stephen Colbert, Tim Meadows, Bill Murray, Tim Robinson, Joan Rivers, Eugene Levy, Adam McKay, and so many more! With material handpicked from our iconic comedy archive and brought to life by our all-star ensemble, see for yourself why The Second City continues to be the world’s most influential name in comedy—for 65 years and counting!

Upon first hearing her, one is immediately struck by her rich tone and extraordinary vocal control. However, what is particularly rare is her ability to interpret songs that were initially intended for actors in character in a direct, personally vulnerable way that connects to something within herself—placing her in the lineage of the greatest interpreters of the repertoire. In her expert hands, these become Stella Cole songs, introduced anew to young fans who may never have heard the original.

Experience the power of poetry and performance. Bring your students to this abridged adaptation of Shakespeare's comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream, performed by two professional actors…with help from your students, of course! This interactive, high-energy performance encourages students to become participants in the production and storytelling using Shakespeare’s language.

Journey through an evolution of international dance styles with captivating dancers Aditi Bhagwat and Mizuho Sato, accompanied by saxophonist George Brooks, as they weave together the storytelling elegance of Indian Kathak, the vibrant flair of Maharashtrian Lavani, and the soul-stirring passion of Flamenco, with the improvisational spirit of contemporary jazz. This unique performance promises a dynamic exploration of movement, rhythm, and the universal language of dance.

"Claude Debussy: France's Master Impressionist". Heavy-handed, cantankerous, his personal life a wreck, he nevertheless wrote music of unsurpassed delicacy and refinement. Though he chafed at the label, he became music’s supreme impressionist in a twilight moment of European culture. The Saint Michael Trio shows you how he did it in one of their patented “informances” featuring slides, commentary and demonstrations of Debussy's compositional devices