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Artist Xavier Veilhan To Debut First Virtual Reality Experience
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2024


Explore the immersive new VR experience by acclaimed artist Xavier Veilhan, debuting at Perrotin Shanghai on March 15.

Lorelei Ensemble to Release Christopher Cerrone's BEAUFORT SCALES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024


Lorelei Ensemble will release the world premiere recording of Christopher Cerrone's Beaufort Scales on Friday, May 17, 2024 on the Cold Blue Music record label. Learn more about the album!

Full Cast Set For Simple8's Touring Production of MOBY DICK
by Stephi Wild - Feb 29, 2024


Simple8 has announced casting for the critically acclaimed and multi-award-winning stage adaptation of Herman Melville's leviathan masterpiece, Moby Dick.

GROUNDED by Jeanine Tesori to Open The Metropolitan Opera's 2024�"25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024


The Metropolitan Opera has unveiled the 2024–25 season lineup. Learn about the operas being presented and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Sylvia Hernandez DiStasi & David Catlin on MOBY DICK at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Joshua Wright - Feb 19, 2024


Watch as Sylvia Hernandez DiStasi, the Acrobatic Coordinator of Moby Dick, discusses her approach to circus arts - and David Catlin, the Director and Adaptor of Moby Dick discusses how aerial acrobatics can add depth to creative storytelling.

Review: MOBY DICK at Loretto-Hilton Center
by Rob Levy - Feb 12, 2024


The Rep’s Moby Dick isn’t just a cleverly staged reinvention of a stodgy classic, it’s an emotionally driven theatrical voyage that challenges, engrosses and captivates audiences. This is breathtaking and jaw dropping theater.

Theatre Rhinoceros to Present BILLY in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2024


Theatre Rhinoceros presents BILLY - Bay Area LGBTQ theatre icon John Fisher queers the espionage genre in this action-packed play.

VIDEO: Moby Dick - A Theatrical Aerial Adventure Like Never Before
by Joshua Wright - Jan 18, 2024


Watch an all new trailer for Moby Dick, which comes to The Rep February 6-25. The Repertory Theater of St. Louis (The Rep) presents the captivating timeless classic, Moby Dick at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Campus of Webster University.  Moby Dick is based on the book of the same name by Herman Melville and adapted and directed by Lookingglass Theater Company founding ensemble member and former Artistic Director David Catlin. 

MOBY DICK Comes to The Rep in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2024


 The Repertory Theater of St. Louis (The Rep) presents the captivating timeless classic, Moby Dick this February 6-25, 2024 at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Campus of Webster University. 

Listen: Corey Hawkins, Phylicia Rashad & More Join RADIO PLAY REVIVAL Podcast Season 3
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2023


The Broadway Podcast Network will present the return of RADIO PLAY REVIVALpodcast.

ArtsEmerson to Present MOBY DICK in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2023


ArtsEmerson presents MOBY DICK, a radiant visual feast that tells the classic story anew. Don't miss this captivating production.

Video: Moby Sheds Light On Meat & Dairy Industry on 'We're Going Wrong' Rework With Brie O'Banion
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2023


Moby shares the emotional animated official video for downtempo reworking of Cream's 'We're Going Wrong' with Brie O'Banion out everywhere now via Moby's label, Always Centered At Night. The 'We're Going Wrong' accompanying animated video sheds light on the harsh realities of animal cruelty and the dark side of the meat and dairy industry.

Full Tour Dates and Director Set For Simple8's MOBY DICK
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2023


Simple 8's Moby Dick, the critically acclaimed, and multi award-winning staging of Herman Melville's leviathan masterpiece is being re-worked in a brand-new touring production in association with Royal & Derngate, Northampton.

Moby Shares Reworked Track Of Cream's 'We're Going Wrong' With Brie O'Banion
by Michael Major - Oct 17, 2023


Acclaimed New York City-based electronic musician, producer and activist Moby shares a downtempo reworking of Cream's 'We're Going Wrong' with Brie O'Banion out everywhere now. The latest release comes following the official announcement of Moby's label, Always Centered At Night.

Royal & Derngate Reveal Two Upcoming Shows For 2024
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023


Following the announcement of the re-opening timelines for both Royal & Derngate theatres and the Filmhouse, after the recent temporary closure for RAAC investigations, the organisation has announced two new productions for the next year as part of their produced work. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!

MOBY DICK, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and More Set For Wilton's Music Hall 2024 Spring Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023


Wilton’s Music Hall has announced its 2024 spring season, following on from a stellar year of world class theatre and music productions spanning every genre from musicals to opera to cabaret. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

Feature: MOBY DICK'S GONE MISSING at The Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - Sep 21, 2023


Irish playwright Sean Cooney was six or seven years old when the Hollywood Circus came to his hometown of Youghal, County Cork, Ireland.

Mark Your Calendars: Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Reveals On Sale Date for 2023-2024 Season Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2023


Discover the on sale date for Repertory Theatre of St. Louis' highly anticipated 2023-2024 season! Don't miss the chance to experience an incredible lineup of performances. Get all the details and mark your calendars today.

Photos: Sci-Fi Musical IN CORPO Premieres At Theatre Row
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2023


The Assembly Theater (HOME/SICK) in association with Dutch Kills Theater (The Antelope Party) presents the World Premiere of IN CORPO, a new musical by Ben Beckley and Nate Weida with music by Nate Weida. See photos of the production. 

Review: A SOLDIER'S PLAY at AMANSON THEATRE
by Tracey Paleo - May 30, 2023


The production values and cast of the Ahmanson Theatre's, A SOLDIER'S PLAY, are absolutely stellar. But, I had to wonder, is this story 'enough' for the younger African-American audiences of today?

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