Experience Torched! In Concert, a powerful performance of Pregones/PRTT’s acclaimed production exploring the complex legacy of the Bronx fires of 1970’s New York. Pulsing to the beat of salsa, funk disco, and hip hop, Torched! In Concert transports audiences between 1970s New York– when the fires gripped headlines– and the present day journey of survival and rebuilding. Part investigative theater and part poetic fiction, Torched! In Concert brings to life the true stories of those who endured the devastation, exposing the harsh realities of the arson-for-profit schemes. Torched! In Concert pays tribute to the real people who fought back, who continue to seek truth, share their testimonies, and unmask the hidden forces behind the fires. Performed in English and Spanish with titles, Torched! In Concert is a moving and vital exploration of resistance, resilience, and the enduring spirit of a community. More Info: https://pregonesprtt.org/torched-the-concert-2025-26/
A dynamic force on the jazz scene for over 35 years, saxophonist Bradford Hayes brings his celebrated Quartet to the Puffin Cultural Forum for “Jazz in May,” a joyful program that draws from the deep well of the American jazz tradition. The Quartet features Michael Cochran on piano, Takashi Otsuka on bass, and George Gray on drums. "Jazz in May" is a spirited survey of jazz at its most uplifting. The Quartet will be performing beloved standards from the classic jazz canon, alongside iconic repertoire from the celebrated Blue Note Records catalog. The concert will also feature selections from the Quartet’s newly released album, “Live at the Branford Jazz Festival.”... A dynamic force on the jazz scene for over 35 years, saxophonist Bradford Hayes brings his celebrated Quartet to the Puffin Cultural Forum for “Jazz in May,” a joyful program that draws from the deep well of the American jazz tradition. The Quartet features Michael Cochran on piano, Takashi Otsuka on bass, and George Gray on drums. "Jazz in May" is a spirited survey of jazz at its most uplifting. The Quartet will be performing beloved standards from the classic jazz canon, alongside iconic repertoire from the celebrated Blue Note Records catalog. The concert will also feature selections from the Quartet’s newly released album, “Live at the Branford Jazz Festival.” Bradford Hayes has made a significant mark in the jazz scene, showcasing his talent in renowned venues like Birdland, Tavern on the Green, and the Beacon Theater, as well as clubs across the U.S. and Europe. His impressive performance history includes collaborations with jazz legends such as Gerald Alston, Yusef Lateef, and Jimmy Heath, among others. - Suggested Donation: $10 BUY TICKETS: https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/bradford-hayes-quartet-jazz-in-may/ OR call: 201-836-3499 If you cannot pay the suggested donation, please call 201-836-3499 or email [email protected] to make free reservation(s). Thank you!
