Look To The Stars News: Joan Osborne

Charity To Benefit From John Lennon Celebrity Tribute Album

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Theatre Within has announced the November 15th release of a live album chronicling the sold out, star-studded 30th Annual John Lennon Tribute, Live from the Beacon Theatre NYC.

The 15-song release will be available digitally via iTunes, Amazon and other major online music outlets. The album can be pre-ordered now at iTunes. Proceeds from the sales of the digital release will be shared with the Japanese Red Cross for its ongoing Earthquake/Tsunami Relief efforts.

“John would have loved that Theatre Within has produced a special live album of his songs to benefit the Japanese Red Cross and the people still suffering from the tsunami and earthquake,” states Yoko Ono.

Cyndi Lauper And Friends Celebrate John Lennon At Celebrity Charity Concert

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 14:00:00 +0000

Driven by the fundamental belief that peace and change are possible through the universal language of music, the Playing For Change Foundation together with the support of Theatre Within have announced their plans to launch the POWER TO THE PEOPLE campaign.

Thanks to the generous support of Yoko Ono, the initiative seeks to advance John Lennon’s vision of peace by raising awareness and funds to develop and sustain Playing For Change Foundation’s vital music education programs in schools around the globe. A portion of proceeds will also benefit Theatre Within’s mission to produce events to benefit important charities and social causes.

The campaign was announced last week as part of Theatre Within’s 30th Annual John Lennon Tribute concert at the Beacon Theatre in New York. The concert, which benefited Playing For Change Foundation, brought together a rare gathering of artists who came together to celebrate the life, music and creative spirit of John Lennon. The all-star lineup of performers spanned nearly four generations, ranging from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame music icons Jackson Browne and Patti Smith to acclaimed artists Cyndi Lauper, Aimee Mann, Keb’ Mo, Joan Osborne, Martin Sexton, and many others.

John Lennon's 70th To Be Celebrated With Charity Concert

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 15:30:00 +0000

John Lennon’s 70th birthday will be celebrated with a massive charity concert in New York.

The concert, on November 12, will be held at the Beacon Theatre and will feature Jackson Browne, Patti Smith, Cyndi Lauper, Aimee Mann and many more.

Lennon’s birthday is on October 9, and a number of events will be held from that date to celebrate the former Beatle’s 70th.

Steve Earle To Play Charity Concerts

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:00:00 +0000

Steve Earle is to feature at the annual Christmas Jam to raise money for Habitat For Humanity.

The Grammy award-winning singer will join stars such as Travis Tritt and Joan Osborne over two nights at the Asheville Civic Center Arena, December 12 & 13.

“Christmas Jam started 20 years ago as an opportunity for local musicians to jam at the one time of year they were all in town at the same time,” said concert organizer, Warren Haynes. “Back then, we gave the money to whatever charity we felt like. As the event grew and we became aware of Habitat For Humanity, we settled on them because we believe in the organization and know the money goes where its supposed to.”

Fox Raises Millions At Parkinson's Fundraiser

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 09:05:12 +0000

Actor Michael J. Fox received an exciting surprise after his 7th annual “A Funny (Groovy) Thing Happened on the Way to the Cure for Parkinson’s” fundraiser last month – the Woodstock-themed event raised an incredible $5.5 million.

Over 1000 guests, including Julianne Moore, Bart Freundlich, Katrina Bowden and Masi Oka, were in attendance, as well as New York’s Governor Eliot Spitzer and Newark’s Mayor Cory A Booker. Stephen Colbert was the comedic host, while musical performances from John Mayer, Joan Osborne, Levon Helm, Gavin DeGraw, and The Soul Ramblers created a psychedelic groove. Even Michael couldn’t resist grabbing his guitar and jamming on stage with the band, performing “Summertime Blues”, “Up On Cripple Creek”, and “Love the One You’re With”.

“He lives in the moment so much,” said Fox’s wife, Tracy Pollan. “I find that a real inspiration.”