Mark Whitfield
The Django2 6th Avenue, New York 10013
Mark Whitfield brings a late-night guitar set to The Django, billed as an evening of soulful, hard-swinging jazz. No accompanying musicians or special program are named, so the focus is squarely on Whitfield's playing in the cellar-level room at the Roxy Hotel.
Whitfield is an acclaimed guitarist whose collaborators connect several corners of jazz and popular music. The venue credits him with work alongside jazz figures Dizzy Gillespie, Art Blakey and Quincy Jones, as well as Sting, Steven Tyler, D'Angelo and John Mayer. That range gives this appearance a clear frame: a player with deep jazz associations and a history of bringing his guitar voice into projects far beyond the usual jazz circuit.
The Django offers a subterranean jazz experience inspired by Parisian boîtes, with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls that frame a stage equipped with a state-of-the-art Meyer Sound system. The venue combines two cocktail bars and an open dining area where you can enjoy an elevated menu alongside live performances every night. The evening unfolds with a focus on attentive listening, enhanced by award-winning cocktails crafted by Natasha David and a selection of small plates and dinner options. Shows require a cover charge and reservations are recommended to secure your spot. The setting invites you to settle in for a night of rich jazz sounds, fine food, and carefully mixed drinks, all within the cellar level of the Roxy Hotel, creating a distinct mood that feels both exclusive and welcoming.