John Pizzarelli at Birdland Jazz Club
John Pizzarelli is a jazz guitarist and singer known for his interpretations of the Great American Songbook and his work across jazz and popular music. His style brings together nimble guitar playing, warm vocals, and a deep appreciation for classic swing. On August 2, 2025, Pizzarelli was scheduled to perform at Birdland Jazz Club in New York, a setting well suited to an intimate evening of live jazz.
Birdland has welcomed generations of jazz artists since opening in 1949 and is named in tribute to saxophonist Charlie Parker. The club's long association with the genre makes a Pizzarelli performance there part of a broader New York jazz tradition. The event listing places this date at the venue; no additional past-performance dates are specified in the available information.
For visitors exploring Concerts and Jazz / blues in New York, ticketsinbrooklyn.com provides event information for this performance and its Midtown setting in the Theater District.
Venue and Seating Information
Birdland Jazz Club, at 315 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036, accommodates approximately 500 guests in a classic club layout with tables, chairs, booths, and bar seating. The intimate room is designed to provide good stage views throughout, with restaurant and bar service available during performances. A $20 food-and-drink minimum per person typically applies; smart-casual attire is noted.
For the closest, most immersive view, the venue information identifies front-and-center VIP tables as the premium choice, often requiring advance reservation. General admission tables are positioned around the room, while bar seating offers a more casual option. The supplied seating information reports no notably poor sections, describing sightlines as favorable across the club.
Parking Information
Birdland does not have on-site parking. The venue's Midtown location offers several nearby garage choices, though prices vary and evening rates can be significant. Subway travel is also convenient: the A, C, and E trains stop at 42nd Street–Port Authority, with other lines serving nearby Times Square.
- Port Authority Bus Terminal Garage, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018: approximately one block away; estimated evening pricing is $30–$50 or more.
- Icon Parking – 45th St Garage, 404 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036: approximately one block away; estimated pricing is $25–$45. Advance booking may offer better rates.
- Times Square-area garages: several options are within one to three blocks, with estimated prices of $30–$60.
For drivers, pre-booking is recommended to compare rates and avoid searching for a space around Times Square. Rideshare drop-off is available on W 44th Street, although post-show demand may affect fares.