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The stage veteran isn't just known for his legendary performances, but also a continuing effort to raise awareness for arts education, which matches the historic venue's original purpose -- The Town Hall started off as a place for public debate and was built by the suffragettes.

James Sims: Ben Vereen Reflects on His Career Before Playing the Town Hall James Sims 2011

The venue's done a good job lining up sponsors who are equally passionate about fashion.

Alex Geana: So This Is Fashion, and Other Things Alex Geana 2011

The film's automotive motif, which includes two customized cars tricked out by the director as key parts of the narrative, also fits with the venue's drive-in/junkyard aesthetic.

Visions of the Horizon for City Moviegoers Steve Dollar 2011

The stage veteran isn't just known for his legendary performances, but also a continuing effort to raise awareness for arts education, which matches the historic venue's original purpose -- The Town Hall started off as a place for public debate and was built by the suffragettes.

James Sims: Ben Vereen Reflects on His Career Before Playing the Town Hall James Sims 2011

The stage veteran isn't just known for his legendary performances, but also a continuing effort to raise awareness for arts education, which matches the historic venue's original purpose -- The Town Hall started off as a place for public debate and was built by the suffragettes.

James Sims: Ben Vereen Reflects on His Career Before Playing the Town Hall James Sims 2011

The debut of a young bandleader at the Vanguard is always news, and 27-year-old Fabian Almazan is the latest to join the storied venue's long litany of piano-trio luminaries.

The Jazz Scene: Whirling Through a Wynton Wonderland Will Friedwald 2011

The Black Cat kicks off its annual Drink and a Movie series: double features paired with themed drink specials on the venue's back stage.

Getting Up Guide: John Hughes and mimosas; Wroteo Alex Baldinger 2011

Expect an homage to SRV and the venue's namesake rather than a blast of "Rock 'n' Roll Hootchie Koo."

Soulful Steps in the Club Andy Beta 2011

Described as "a celebrity story of our times that includes extreme language, drug abuse and sexual content," the opera will run for six sold-out shows beginning Feb. 17 at the prestigious Royal Opera House, according to the venue's official site.

Provocative Anna Nicole Smith Opera to Debut in London 2011

The stage veteran isn't just known for his legendary performances, but also a continuing effort to raise awareness for arts education, which matches the historic venue's original purpose -- The Town Hall started off as a place for public debate and was built by the suffragettes.

James Sims: Ben Vereen Reflects on His Career Before Playing the Town Hall James Sims 2011