Maybe Happy Ending was the biggest hit of last year's Broadway musical season, winning six Tony Awards and paving the way for a breakout performance from first-time Broadway performer, Dez Duron. This spring, the in-demand leading man shares his love for the magic of a ballad with a one-night-only performance as part of American Songbook. Through a mix of beloved standards and unexpected selections, Duron's debut Lincoln Center concert, directed by Teddy Bergman (KPOP on Broadway), traces the legacy of the American crooner. From Bennett to Martin, Sinatra to Tormé, the sound of the canonical balladeer signals romance, masculinity, and longing. What does it mean to be a crooner today? With his signature charisma and silky vocal style on full display, Duron offers a love letter and exploration of this classic American musical form, reframing it for the modern stage.