Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks 2026
Diane Dayton, longtime radio/television personality, has been reporting on the Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest for over 25 years.
Diane’s interviews with major jazz artists have aired on numerous platforms from TV and radio to social media. Previously, during the fest, Diane has hosted the Backstage at Berks segments before major concerts at the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading and the Scottish Rite Cathedral. Giving fans a special preview just before the concert starts, Diane interviews artists backstage, which are shown on video screens in the venue.
Diane also serves as Executive Director of LCTV 66, producing programs for the Lancaster community.
Diane Dayton's Backstage at Berks with Brian Culbertson
Brian Culbertson kicks off the Fest on Friday night March 20, 2026, at 6 PM at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. Brian talks about the new show for Berks and the many things he has going on, including "The Hang," his wine club, 29 albums, and more!
Diane Dayton's Backstage at Berks with BPM
Diane Dayton speaks with BPM, Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown and Michael Paulo share how the group was formed and what they each are up to these days!! Their 2026 Berks Jazz Fest show is Sunday March 22, noon at DoubleTree by Hilton Ballroom.
Diane Dayton's Backstage at Berks with Maysa
Diane Dayton speaks with Maysa shares thoughts on her 35/60 Tour that she is bringing to Berks on Saturday March 21, 2026 at 9:30 PM in the Grand Ballroom at the DoubleTree by Hilton. Maysa talks about the many projects she has going on including her fabulous Kitchen Karaoke!
Diane Dayton's Backstage at Berks with Pieces of a Dream
Diane Dayton speaks with Pieces of a Dream about upcoming performance at the 2026 Berks Jazz Fest on Saturday, March 21 at noon. Pieces of a Dream is celebrating 50 years making music! Interview with Curtis Harmon and Tony Watson Jr. They share thoughts on performing, their most recent recording, how Tony became a member of the band, and a musical brotherhood spreading joy, unity and peace through the gift of music.
Diane Dayton's Backstage at Berks with Vincent Ingala
Diane Dayton speaks with Vincent Ingala about upcoming performance at the 2026 Berks Jazz Fest on Saturday, March 21 at 7 PM. In this interview Vincent Ingala shares what he has been up to and what we are going to hear in his show at Berks!
Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks with Chris “Big Dog” Davis
Backstage at Berks with Diane Dayton at the 35th Annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest, March 19-29, 2026. Chris "Big Dog" Davis shares about his show "Celebrating Women in Jazz" on Saturday March 28 Noon at DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Ballroom. Chris talks about how the show came together, how he became a music producer for many artists and his approach to producing and how he began playing piano.
Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks with Najee
Backstage at Berks! the 35th Annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest in Reading, PA March 19-29, 2026. Najee is scheduled to perform on Friday, March 20 at 9:30 PM in the Grand Ballroom at DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Reading. He will have special guests Grammy award winner, Regina Belle and Alex Bugnon! Najee shares thoughts about the dynamic show and the transformative power of music. New album , "Under the Moon, Over the Sky." Collaborations are key! Gratitude and connection everyday. Pivotal moments in life! Music education and mentorship.
Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks with Will Downing
Backstage at Berks! The 35th Annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest, March 19- 29 2026 in Reading PA. Will Downing shares time with Diane Dayton and talks about his upcoming performance at Berks on Saturday March 28 at 6 PM in the Scottish Rite Cathedral. He shares about his new album, his photography and his advocacy work.
Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks with Gerald Veasley and Carol Riddick
Backstage at Berks! The 35th Annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest in Reading, PA March 19-29, 2026. Gerald Veasley and Carol Riddick will be performing at Berks! They have a new CD "I Got Life: The Music of Nina Simone." Their show is Saturday March 28th at 6 PM in the Scottish Rite Cathedral. We talk about how they met and performing together!
Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks with David Benoit
Backstage at Berks at the 35th Annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest in Reading PA, March 19-29, 2026. Pianist, Composer, arranger David Benoit will perform at Berks with Eric Marienthal and the Reading Pops Orchestra on Sunday March 29 at 3:30 PM at the Miller Center for the Arts. An amazing way to wrap up the Fest!
In this interview we talk about the show, his nearly 5 decades of performance and being one of the founding fathers of contemporary jazz. His morning radio show on KKJZ and various performances jazz and classical were shared.
Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks with Four80East
Backstage at Berks at the 35th Annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest, March 19-29, 2026 in Reading PA. Time with Four80East - Tony Grace and Rob DeBoer and Jeff Kashiwa. They are performing on Saturday, March 21 at noon in the Grand Ballroom at the DoubleTree by Hilton. We talked about their show, how they met and performing together. And somehow farm animals, cats and squirrels came up in out discussion!
Diane Dayton’s Backstage at Berks with Eric Marienthal
Backstage at Berks! The 35th Annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest in Reading PA March 19-29, 2026. Eric Marienthal is a big part of the Fest!
Eric is performing in Brian Culbertson's opening night show, a part of the educational series on Monday, the RMF Jazz Jam, as well as co host with Gerald Veasley for the Chuck Loeb Memorial All Star Jam on Thursday night, March 26.
Eric will also be performing with Marcus Miller and Friends on Saturday night, March 28 and the final show of the Fest with David Benoit and the Reading Pops Orchestra at the Miller Center 3:30 PM on Sunday March 29.
We talked about the shows, a first professional gig with Al Hirt and time with Chick Corea. The good work with the High Hopes Head Injury Program and how amazing the Berks Jazz Fest family really is!