Harry checks out the Jonas Brothers in NYC Thursday, 14 August 2008 at 9:30 AM
Multiple news outlets are reporting that Harry and one of the girls were among the crowd at the NYC Apple Store last night to see a performance by the Jonas Brothers.
Just 450 fans -- including a Croc-wearing Harry Connick Jr. and his smitten daughter -- were allowed inside (free of charge) for the 12-song Apple Store set
Father/Daughter duet Tuesday, 5 August 2008 at 11:06 AM
The Associate Press reports that Harry did perform at Barack Obama's birthday fundraiser last night.
Obama was treated to two choruses of "Happy Birthday," the first by Harry Connick Jr. and his 10-year-old daughter, Kate, and the second by the crowd of about 850 supporters, led by Benjamin Zander, conductor of the Boston Philharmonic.
Happy Birthday to Barack Obama Monday, 4 August 2008 at 7:00 PM
Boston.com is reporting that Harry will sing "Happy Birthday" at a private fundraiser for Barack Obama tonight. August 4th is Obama's birthday.
Return to Broadway delayed Friday, 25 July 2008 at 9:18 AM
The Boston Globe is reporting that Harry's next Broadway venture is being delayed.
"Nice Work If You Can Get It," the Harry Connick Jr., musical slated for a Boston run on the way to Broadway, has been pulled from the 2008 schedule.
Broadway Across America-Boston president Drew Murphy sent a letter this week telling subscribers that the show, scheduled to open in December, has been "officially postponed" with no new date yet scheduled. Drawing from the George Gershwin songbook, the musical was set to reunite Connick with director-choreographer Kathleen Marshall, who directed him in a much-praised 2006 revival of "The Pajama Game" in New York.
The postponement came after Marshall dropped out of the project. Murphy, who said the organization would be in touch with subscribers when new Boston dates are scheduled, said other directors had expressed interest in overseeing the show. "It just takes time to work out the details," he said.
Classic Harry : David Sandborn show from the early 1990's Wednesday, 14 May 2008 at 2:11 PM
Harry performs with his trio on the David Sandborn "Sunday Night" show from 1989 or 1990.
If you know anything more about this performance, please drop by the forum and tell us.
Lots of Harry news! On DVD, CD, TV, and Broadway! Tuesday, 6 May 2008 at 10:41 AM
Harry on DVD
First up, today is the release of 'P.S. I Love You' on DVD where Harry plays Daniel opposite Hillary Swank.
Harry on CD
Second, Kelli O'Hara's new solo album, Wonder in the World is also released today. Kelli starred opposite Harry on Broadway in 'The Pajama Game.' Harry arranged and orchestrated the music, plays piano on twelve of the fourteen tracks, and duets with Kelli on the title track "Wonder in the World" which he also wrote.
Harry on TV
Next up is the announcement that Harry will be starring in an original movie for Lifetime to premiere in October. The movie is being executive produced by Renee Zellweger, whom Harry recently filmed the movie Chilled in Miami with. Entitled Living Proof, Harry will portray real-life Dr. Denny Slamon, a UCLA doctor who developed the breast cancer drug Herceptin 2, and his relentless battle to keep the drug trials afloat and save the lives of thousands of women. The movie will be filmed in New Orleans.
Harry on Broadway
Finally, the exciting news that Harry will indeed be returning to Broadway next spring.
From AP:
Harry Connick Jr. and the Gershwins, George and Ira — Broadway's newest trio.
The jazz pianist-singer will return to Broadway in spring 2009 in "Nice Work If You Can Get It," a new musical comedy using Gershwin standards, producer Scott Landis announced Monday.
Connick will play a Long Island playboy in the show, which will feature a book by Joe DiPietro, one of the authors of "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change"; music by George Gershwin, and lyrics by Ira Gershwin.
"Nice Work If You Can Get It" will play a pre-Broadway engagement at Boston's Colonial Theatre. The show will begin preview performances on Broadway in February at a theater to be announced and open in March. Other casting will be announced later.
Kathleen Marshall will direct and choreograph. Marshall and Connick last worked together in the Tony-winning revival of "The Pajama Game" in 2006.
Stay tuned for more details! Its a great time to be a Harry fan!
Harry to perform for Pope Benedict XVI Wednesday, 16 April 2008 at 10:44 AM
On Sunday, April 20th, 2008, Harry Connick, Jr. will be part of the celebration of Mass at Yankee Stadium by Pope Benedict XVI. Harry was asked to compose the opening and closing pieces for the pre-Mass program.
There will be a live video feed of the Mass available on the Papal Visit website at www.uspapalvisit.org. Be sure to tune in to see and hear what are sure to be magnificent arrangements by Harry.
Update: The concert portion of the day's events should begin at noon EDT.
Happy 14th Anniversary to Harry and Jill! Wednesday, 16 April 2008 at 9:36 AM
Wishing you both many more years of happiness together!
