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Grammy winner Kurt Elling’s new challenge? A starring role on Broadway

Grammy winner Kurt Elling’s new challenge? A starring role on Broadway

WBEZ News · WBEZ Chicago

October 2, 20253m 38s

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Show Notes

Kurt Elling has long been a creative force in Chicago’s jazz scene. The Chicago-born singer has won two Grammy Awards, and performed on stages all over the world — including at the White House. Now, the 57-year-old is starting a new adventure that is taking him to Broadway. WBEZ arts reporter Mike Davis spoke with Elling about his career adventure and filed this audio postcard. HOST: LANE