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Director Selects | Meet The Chef: Jim Bonanno Humble Bee Bakery & Cafe
Director Selects | Meet The Chef: Jim Bonanno Humble Bee Bakery & Cafe

Director Selects: Get to know Jazz Club Chef Jim Bonanno and the esteemed Matthew Whitaker

By Thor Steingraber

It’s that time of year again. Our jazz festival, Jazz at Naz, is returning for its third iteration. Four of those concerts are in our immersive Jazz Club, which has become a favorite of Soraya audiences. A couple of those performances are very nearly sold out already, and I’m excited to share some important news – we have a new chef! Watch the video here to learn all about our partnership with the local restaurant Humble Bee Bakery & Cafe and Chef Jim Bonanno.

Two of the nights in the Jazz Club feature keyboardist Booker T. Jones and the young keyboard phenom Matthew Whittaker. I had an opportunity to spend a few minutes with Matthew and that interview video is also attached to this email.

Gratefully,

Thor Steingraber, Executive and Artistic Director Signature

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Jazz Club at The Soraya

Immerse yourself in the Jazz scene. Savor drinks at prime tables, mingle with friends, and witness fearless Jazz artists in an electrifying, up-close performance.

 

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Streaming Passes

Unable to join us in person? Don’t let the soulful night pass you by! Ensure you catch every note by securing a streaming pass, granting you exclusive access to Jazz at Naz performances*. Purchase streaming access to any individual show or purchase the Jazz at Naz Streaming Pass and get access to all 4 applicable Jazz at Naz performances. 

Step 1: Secure your livestream pass by purchasing it here.

Step 2: Keep an eye on your inbox for an exclusive email containing a unique link to our livestream channel. Streaming links will be sent 24 hours and then again 1 hour before the performance time.

Step 3: Ensure a seamless experience by testing the provided link 30 minutes before the scheduled start of the event.

Step 4: Relax and savor the soulful night from the cozy confines of your home.

 

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*Please note: A Golden Anniversary with Herb Alpert & Lani Hall is not available for streaming, to purchase tickets to the show, please click here. Streaming available for select artists and select nights. Additionally, ticket holders automatically receive a livestream link for eligible shows as part of their purchase.

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