'Live at Birdland' Brings Broadway to Park Theatre

Straight from the Jazz Mecca of New York City, Live at Birdland Featuring the Birdland Big Band is set to take the stage at the historic Park Theatre in Cranston on Sunday, January 27. Music lovers are sure to be delighted by the bold sounds of this big band comprised of world-class musicians from Broadway shows and renowned touring companies. 

Live at Birdland features the The Birdland Big Band conducted by Tommy Igoe in a setting designed to recreate the ambiance and experience of a night at the world famous Birdland. This dynamic ensemble provides an unforgettable musical event that goes beyond the traditional and sets a new standard for the 21st Century jazz orchestra.

Tommy Igoe began drumming at the age of 2 and has since traveled the world with Art Garfunkel, Blood Sweat and Tears, Dave Grusin, Stanley Jordan, and the New York Voices.  He also served as the principle drummer and conductor of “The Lion King” on Broadway. In 2006, Igoe created the Birdland Big Band. Today, the group holds a wildly popular weekly musical residency in New York City.

“The Birdland Big Band is one of the most widely-recognized and popular big bands in the country; we couldn’t be more excited to welcome them to the Park Theatre,” said Yusuf Gandhi, Executive Director of the Park Theatre. “As we continue to bring high-quality shows to Cranston, our guests will be treated to an amazing show as if they were in New York City without having to leave Rhode Island.”

The Park Theatre would like to make a special ticket discount available to Cranston Patch readers for Sunday’s Live at Birdland jazz performance. Patch readers can receive 40% off their tickets by calling the Box Office directly at (401) 467-7275 and providing the code PATCH40.

Live at Birdland will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 27.  Tickets are priced at $22 and $27, and are currently on sale. Discounts are available for seniors, groups, and children by calling the Box Office directly at (401) 467-7275. Tickets may also be purchased through the Theatre’s secure website: www.ParkTheatreRI.com.