Event Type : Music

Wick Supper Club Presents “Billy’s Place” starring Billy Stritch

January 28 – January 30, 2021

Billy Stritch brings “Billy’s Place” to the Wick Theater for three shows only! Billy is an award-winning pianist and singer and known to South Florida audiences for his many solo concert performances and as accompanist and musical director for Liza Minnelli, Tony Bennett, Marilyn Maye and Christine Ebersole to name but a few. 

During the pandemic, Billy has created his own weekly Facebook livestream music show called “Billy’s Place”. Every week, he spotlights a different composer or performer from the Great American Songbook and his shows at the Wick Theater will feature his favorite songs from his over 35 online shows.

Expect to hear music by Cy Coleman, George Gershwin, Barry Manilow, Cole Porter as well as selections from the Brazilian bossa nova canon. He’ll also be sharing intimate stories from his varied and wide-ranging career.

Rave reviews are regular for the iconic performer:

A 2018 performance in London prompted the critic for the London Jazz Times to rave, ““Billy Stritch is one of the finest, most entertaining piano players and singers on the planet!”

Paul Broussard of Stage Click Magazine in New Orleans said, “Mr. Stritch gives one hell of a show. He’s stylish, sophisticated, and an incredible talent… (his) execution is flawless: he finds power and passion in everything he plays. Music lovers would do themselves a great disservice by missing out on this stellar entertainer.”

This phenomenal event also includes a 3-course gourmet dinner.

Call 561-995-2333 for reservations, tickets are $100 per person, learn more at www.thewick.org.

All events at The Wick follow social distancing protocols.

Wick Supper Club Presents “Billy’s Place” starring Billy Stritch

January 28 – January 30, 2021

Billy Stritch brings “Billy’s Place” to the Wick Theater for three shows only! Billy is an award-winning pianist and singer and known to South Florida audiences for his many solo concert performances and as accompanist and musical director for Liza Minnelli, Tony Bennett, Marilyn Maye and Christine Ebersole to name but a few. 

During the pandemic, Billy has created his own weekly Facebook livestream music show called “Billy’s Place”. Every week, he spotlights a different composer or performer from the Great American Songbook and his shows at the Wick Theater will feature his favorite songs from his over 35 online shows.

Expect to hear music by Cy Coleman, George Gershwin, Barry Manilow, Cole Porter as well as selections from the Brazilian bossa nova canon. He’ll also be sharing intimate stories from his varied and wide-ranging career.

Rave reviews are regular for the iconic performer:

A 2018 performance in London prompted the critic for the London Jazz Times to rave, ““Billy Stritch is one of the finest, most entertaining piano players and singers on the planet!”

Paul Broussard of Stage Click Magazine in New Orleans said, “Mr. Stritch gives one hell of a show. He’s stylish, sophisticated, and an incredible talent… (his) execution is flawless: he finds power and passion in everything he plays. Music lovers would do themselves a great disservice by missing out on this stellar entertainer.”

This phenomenal event also includes a 3-course gourmet dinner.

Call 561-995-2333 for reservations, tickets are $100 per person, learn more at www.thewick.org.

All events at The Wick follow social distancing protocols.

Wick Supper Club Presents “Billy’s Place” starring Billy Stritch

January 28 – January 30, 2021

Billy Stritch brings “Billy’s Place” to the Wick Theater for three shows only! Billy is an award-winning pianist and singer and known to South Florida audiences for his many solo concert performances and as accompanist and musical director for Liza Minnelli, Tony Bennett, Marilyn Maye and Christine Ebersole to name but a few. 

During the pandemic, Billy has created his own weekly Facebook livestream music show called “Billy’s Place”. Every week, he spotlights a different composer or performer from the Great American Songbook and his shows at the Wick Theater will feature his favorite songs from his over 35 online shows.

Expect to hear music by Cy Coleman, George Gershwin, Barry Manilow, Cole Porter as well as selections from the Brazilian bossa nova canon. He’ll also be sharing intimate stories from his varied and wide-ranging career.

Rave reviews are regular for the iconic performer:

A 2018 performance in London prompted the critic for the London Jazz Times to rave, ““Billy Stritch is one of the finest, most entertaining piano players and singers on the planet!”

Paul Broussard of Stage Click Magazine in New Orleans said, “Mr. Stritch gives one hell of a show. He’s stylish, sophisticated, and an incredible talent… (his) execution is flawless: he finds power and passion in everything he plays. Music lovers would do themselves a great disservice by missing out on this stellar entertainer.”

This phenomenal event also includes a 3-course gourmet dinner.

Call 561-995-2333 for reservations, tickets are $100 per person, learn more at www.thewick.org.

All events at The Wick follow social distancing protocols.

From Cajun to Zydeco, Blues to Rock and everything in between, Big Al & the Heavyweights offer a musical gumbo sure to please all. Formed in 1996 as the Unknown Blues Band, with founding members Big Al Lauro, Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers Band and Gov’t Mule), and Rick Gergen (Sweethearts of the Rodeo), the band has been featured at festivals and venues throughout the US. Big Al and The Heavyweights’ live performances are family oriented, energetic and most of all, fun! They have been staples at the WC Handy Festival in Muscle Shoals, Alabama as well as the Mardi Gras Celebration at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida.

The Heavyweights’ CDs have received critical acclaim from all the major blues societies and publications.
Dan Aykroyd has featured several of the band’s songs on his House of Blues Radio Show. Their first CD from 1998 on Rollin and Tumblin Records, “That Ain’t Nice” was nominated for Blues Album of the Year by the Nashville Entertainment Association. The very next recording “Hey, Hey Mardi Gras” was also nominated for a Nammy Award for Blues Album of the Year by the N. E. A. Their 3rd CD, Late Night Gumbo Party charted at # 4 on the Living Blues play list charts. Famed chef Emeril Lagasse reached out to the band and asked them to perform on his Mardi Gras episode of “Emeril Live!”. The band was featured on the Cajun and Creole episodes of “Emeril Live!”. Emeril’s Mardi Gras Show was the 7th most watched show on cable TV for the week. The “Nothin’ But Good Lovin’” CD was produced by Alligator Records owner , Bruce Iglauer who admired the band for their hard work and song writing. So much so that Bruce had two of his artists record Big Al & the Heavyweights original compositions. Iron Man the late great Michael Burks recorded, “Make It Rain” on his debut CD and CJ Chenier recorded , “Eat More Crawfish” on his “Steppin Out” CD also on Alligator Records . Currently the band is touring in support of their new EllerSoul Records CD “World Full of Trouble”. It was recorded at famed Suite Mix Studios in Slidell, Louisiana with George Curreau engineering and producing. This is the same studio that Brian Stoltz the guitarist for the Funky Meters has recorded and produced numerous projects. The CD charted at # 10 on the Living Blues Charts and #6 on the Roots Music and Rhythm charts., It has received frequent play on XM’s Bluesville. Also on XM Radio “Real Mother Trucker” from the same CD is being played on XM’s Outlaw Country.

Tickets can be purchased through the link below:

Big Al & The Heavyweights

Award-winning, NYC-based jazz pianist and accordionist Ben Rosenblum celebrates Valentine’s Day with a one-night only, special program of love songs and ballads from around the world. Together with his internationally-touring trio, Rosenblum revisits classic love songs from the Great American Songbook and beyond, weaving together an eclectic selection of romantic numbers from the jazz and global music traditions. Rosenblum puts his unique spin on music both familiar and original, communicating the powerful emotion and spirit of Valentine’s Day in what has become an annual tradition for the trio. Don’t miss this joyful jazz celebration on one of the trio’s favorite days of the year!

Tickets can be purchased through the link below:

https://ci.ovationtix.com/34768/production/1032766?performanceId=10576268

Eat, drink & STINK with us at our new date &  location: Wellington Green Park 2175 Wellington Green Drive Wellington, FL 33414  March 6th & 7th 2021

It all started out as a small festival in a city parking lot in Downtown Delray Beach just as this Village by the Sea was becoming the vibrant tourist destination it is today. Within five years the event gained attendance of 20,000 and was booking major national music acts! Around that time, The Garlic Fest was nicknamed “The Best Stinkin’ Party in South Florida”.

This popular food and entertainment event features national act entertainment, Gourmet Alley food area with over 100 garlic laced menu items, a large children’s amusement area with rides, hundreds of art and craft vendors and full liquor bars. Founded by a group of local folks looking to establish a fund-raising source for local non-profit organizations, the event relies on volunteer organizations to staff the event.

In addition to great food, Garlic Fest showcases a diverse and eclectic selection of national musical acts including G. Love & Special Sauce, The Expendables, Buddy Guy, Stephen Marley, The Wailers, Michael Franti, Dispatch, Rebelution, Steel Pulse, The Mighty Mighty BosstoneS, Dark Star Orchestra, Collective Soul, Sister Hazel and Trombone Shorty to name just a few. Stay tuned for who we bring to the stage this year!

Event Times: (March 6th: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm; March 7th: 10:00 am-6:00 pm)

Admission: $10 all weekend!

Eat, drink & STINK with us at our new date &  location: Wellington Green Park 2175 Wellington Green Drive Wellington, FL 33414  March 6th & 7th 2021

It all started out as a small festival in a city parking lot in Downtown Delray Beach just as this Village by the Sea was becoming the vibrant tourist destination it is today. Within five years the event gained attendance of 20,000 and was booking major national music acts! Around that time, The Garlic Fest was nicknamed “The Best Stinkin’ Party in South Florida”.

This popular food and entertainment event features national act entertainment, Gourmet Alley food area with over 100 garlic laced menu items, a large children’s amusement area with rides, hundreds of art and craft vendors and full liquor bars. Founded by a group of local folks looking to establish a fund-raising source for local non-profit organizations, the event relies on volunteer organizations to staff the event.

In addition to great food, Garlic Fest showcases a diverse and eclectic selection of national musical acts including G. Love & Special Sauce, The Expendables, Buddy Guy, Stephen Marley, The Wailers, Michael Franti, Dispatch, Rebelution, Steel Pulse, The Mighty Mighty BosstoneS, Dark Star Orchestra, Collective Soul, Sister Hazel and Trombone Shorty to name just a few. Stay tuned for who we bring to the stage this year!

Event Times: (March 6th: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm; March 7th: 10:00 am-6:00 pm)

Admission: $10 all weekend!