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BROADWAY WORLD (LOS ANGELES)

ASCAP FOUNDATION MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP WILL PRESENT THE WAITING AT THE WALLIS

The ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Workshop will present a performance of "The Waiting" takes place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM PT at the acclaimed Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts... The production features a story by Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell, with music by Andreoli and a book and lyrics by Kidwell. The cast includes Eric Betts, Megan Colton, Grace Lord, Bryan Munar, Falan Nuhring, Ariana Papaleo, and Shannon Purser, with musicians Cole Kidwell and Dr. Edward W. Hardy.

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THE ASCAP FOUNDATION MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP: THE WAITING

This performance of "The Waiting" takes place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM PT at the acclaimed Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. Join us for a pre-show Golden Hour networking reception at 6pm in the Doris and Walter Marks Lobby, right outside of the Bram Goldsmith Theater. Writers and the creative community will come together to connect, collaborate, and spark what's next! Story: Maria Isabella Andreoli & EmmaLee Kidwell Music: Maria Isabella Andreoli Book & Lyrics: EmmaLee Kidwell Featuring Eric Betts, Megan Colton, Grace Lord, Bryan Munar, Falan Nuhring, Ariana Papaleo, and Shannon Purser, with musicians Cole Kidwell and Dr. Edward W. Hardy.

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STORY & LESSON HIGHLIGHTS WITH EDWARD W. HARDY OF MANHATTAN

I think I used to wander, and I don’t say that as a weakness. For a long time, I followed opportunities, expectations, and versions of success that weren’t fully mine yet. I was learning, observing, listening, and trying on different identities as an artist and as a person. Now, I’m very clearly carving out my own path. It’s intentional. I know what I want my work to feel like, who I want to perform for, and how I want people to feel long after the music stops. Every performance—whether it’s a wedding, a corporate event, or a concert stage—is aligned with that vision. I’m no longer chasing validation; I’m building something meaningful, sustainable, and honest. That clarity didn’t arrive overnight. It came from experience, loss, reflection, and choosing to trust myself. Once that happened, the work stopped feeling scattered and started feeling purposeful.

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BROADWAY WORLD (LOS ANGELES)

ASCAP FOUNDATION 2026 MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP RETURNS TO THE WALLIS

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - The Waiting by Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell, featuring Eric Betts, Megan Colton, Grace Lord, Bryan Munar, Falan Nuhring, Ariana Papaleo, and Shannon Purser, with musicians Cole Kidwell (guitar) and Dr. Edward W. Hardy (violin). Deep in the woods of Vermont there exists a space between two worlds. There lies “The InBetween” — a timeless purgatory where those who were taken from life too soon wait, tethered to a lost life they can't remember. The story unfolds as these characters learn that the love and loss from their past lives may be the thing keeping them from moving forward. Woven through haunting folk melodies and earthly poetry, the musical explores how we keep those that we have lost in our hearts, in our memories, and in the land forever.

BROADWAY WORLD (OFF-BROADWAY)

PHOTOS: EDWARD W. HARDY BRINGS SUBWAY SERIES TO GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL

Hardy’s performances unfolded over three-hour sets, during which audiences gathered organically as the sound of the violin carried through the terminal. Spectators frequently stopped to watch, record, and participate, with some joining in to dance as the space took on the atmosphere of a live concert venue. His presentation combined performance with visual design, including a gold banner and custom concert attire blending classical formality with Motown and rock influences. The SUBWAY SERIES is an ongoing collection of public performances presented primarily at Grand Central Terminal in collaboration with MTA Arts & Design and Music Under New York. The program features a wide-ranging repertoire that spans classical works, jazz, Latin music, rock, and contemporary selections, reflecting Hardy’s multi-genre approach to the violin.

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BROADWAY WORLD (CLASSICAL)

VIDEO: VIOLINIST EDWARD W. HARDY PERFORMS ARIANA GRANDE, QUEEN, PUCCINI & MORE AT HIS SUBWAY SERIES

New footage from Backstage Pass with Lia Chang also includes an interview with Dr. Hardy. Dr. Edward W. Hardy recently performed, in order of appearance, his original composition "Evolution - Inspired by the Evolution of Black Music," and sections from "Colors of My Life" from Barnum alongside Andre De Shields and Drew Wutke, "7 Rings" (Ariana Grande), Nessun Dorma from Turandot (Giacomo Puccini), and Oblivion (Astor Piazzolla)...

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GIRLS INC. OF NYC TO HOST JUNIOR BOARD SOIRÉE AT MRIYA GALLERY

Girls Inc. of NYC will host its Junior Board and Ambassador Network Annual Soirée at Mriya Gallery, bringing together art, music, and community in support of programs for girls and young women across New York City. The evening will feature live entertainment by composer and violinist Edward W. Hardy, who will perform a solo pop violin set from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Hardy serves as the event’s Entertainment Sponsor. Guests will experience art-inspired activations, an open bar, and light bites while celebrating creativity, self-expression, and the energy of New York City. Creative, vibrant semi-formal attire is encouraged.

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"SUBWAY SERIES" - EDWARD W. HARDY

A “Subway Series” of public solo violin performances at Grand Central Terminal presented in collaboration with MTA Arts & Design and Music Under New York. Drawing from classical repertoire, jazz, Latin music, rock, and contemporary popular works, Dr. Edward W. Hardy presents a wide-ranging multi-genre program that reflects the versatility of the modern violin. Each performance is approached with the same level of preparation, professionalism, and presentation as his formal concert engagements, reinforcing his commitment to artistic excellence in both traditional and nontraditional performance spaces. These performances are intended to make high-level live music accessible to a broad public audience, fostering an inclusive environment in which the boundaries between performer and listener are intentionally dissolved.

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SUBWAY SERIES (LIVE AT GRAND CENTRAL)

FEBRUARY 26, 2026

A “Subway Series” of public solo violin performances at Grand Central Terminal presented in collaboration with MTA Arts & Design and Music Under New York. Drawing from classical repertoire, jazz, Latin music, rock, and contemporary popular works, Dr. Hardy presents a wide-ranging multi-genre program that reflects the versatility of the modern violin. Each performance is approached with the same level of preparation, professionalism, and presentation as his formal concert engagements, reinforcing his commitment to artistic excellence in both traditional and nontraditional performance spaces. These performances are intended to make high-level live music accessible to a broad public audience, fostering an inclusive environment in which the boundaries between performer and listener are intentionally dissolved.

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NJPAC TO HOST A WICKED EVENING WITH THE WIZARD: STEPHEN SCHWARTZ & FRIENDS WITH POPS ORCHESTRA

FEBRUARY 21, 2026

The one-night-only concert will pay symphonic tribute to Schwartz's five-decade career and the enduring legacy of Wicked, which recently marked its 22nd year on Broadway and will soon return to the big screen with Wicked: For Good. A lineup of Broadway stars-featuring Liz Callaway, Debbie Gravitte, Kelli Rabke, Shaleah Adkisson, Michael McCorry Rose, Scott Coulter, John Boswell, and Evan Roider-will join a twelve-piece pops orchestra, with Edward W. Hardy (The Woodsman), Jen Herman (Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends), and Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf (The Great Gatsby), to perform selections from Schwartz's celebrated catalogue, including Godspell, Pippin, Wicked, Children of Eden, and The Prince of Egypt.

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VALENTINE'S NIGHT - DR. EDWARD W. HARDY

FEBRUARY 14, 2026

Celebrate love in an intimate, sultry setting at Drai's Supper Club! Dim lights, elevated ambiance, and live violin performances set the perfect Valentine’s mood. Limited seating — make your night even more special!

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SUBWAY SERIES (LIVE AT GRAND CENTRAL)

FEBRUARY 12, 2026

A “Subway Series” of public solo violin performances at Grand Central Terminal presented in collaboration with MTA Arts & Design and Music Under New York. Drawing from classical repertoire, jazz, Latin music, rock, and contemporary popular works, Dr. Edward W. Hardy presents a wide-ranging multi-genre program that reflects the versatility of the modern violin. Each performance is approached with the same level of preparation, professionalism, and presentation as his formal concert engagements, reinforcing his commitment to artistic excellence in both traditional and nontraditional performance spaces. These performances are intended to make high-level live music accessible to a broad public audience, fostering an inclusive environment in which the boundaries between performer and listener are intentionally dissolved.

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STORIES & LESSONS FOR FINDING YOUR PURPOSE

FEBRUARY 11, 2026

I always knew I was born to entertain and perform music on stage. However, after several life-altering chapters in my story, I stopped searching for perfection and instead let music become my form of therapy. That freedom began offering my audience reflections of their own lives.

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MEET EDWARD W. HARDY

FEBRUARY 11, 2026

I always knew I was born to entertain and perform music on stage. However, after several life-altering chapters in my story, I stopped searching for perfection and instead let music become my form of therapy. That freedom began offering my audience reflections of their own lives... Through this discovery, I found clarity in my purpose: to bring happiness to people who need a moment of escape, to be a beacon of light during difficult times, and to remind listeners that anything is possible. Regardless of the artistic space I’m fortunate to perform in, my goal is always the same—to help people feel, reflect, and remember what truly matters.

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CARNEGIE HALL TO FEATURE AMERICAN COMPOSERS ORCHESTRA IN HELLO, AMERICA

FEBRUARY 4, 2026

Led by conductor Carolyn Kuan, this program is performed by the American Composers Orchestra, including musicians Deborah Buck, Edward W. Hardy, and Nick Revel, and features ACO commissions developed through EarShot CoLABoratory Residencies, which advance the work of composers whose work is experimental and/or rooted in musical traditions underrepresented in the orchestral repertoire. Over the course of a year, CoLABoratory provides a generative environment for composers from any and all musical backgrounds to create definition-expanding works for orchestra.

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"SUBWAY SERIES" (LIVE AT GRAND CENTRAL)

JANUARY 6, 2026

Experience Edward W. Hardy's “Subway Series” of public solo violin performances at Grand Central Terminal, presented in collaboration with MTA Arts & Design and Music Under New York. Blending classical favorites with jazz, Latin music, rock, and today’s popular hits, Hardy delivers a wide-ranging program that highlights the versatility of the modern violin. Each performance is approached with the same preparation, professionalism, and artistry as his formal concert and wedding engagements. These free concerts invite commuters and visitors to experience high-level live music in one of New York City’s most iconic public spaces.

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