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Get ready to be transported by Franco Zeffirelli’s timeless production of Puccini’s La Bohème, which is returning to the Metropolitan Opera stage in October. Find out all the important details about the dates and venue for this iconic opera performance.

“The Engine of Survival”, originally written by Laibach collaborator and backing vocalist Donna Marina Mårtensson, was rearranged by Laibach who titled it “The Engine of Survival”, referring to the lyric (“Love is the only Engine of Survival”) in Leonard Cohen’s famous track, “The Future”, which was recently reinterpreted by the band.

​​​​​​​Fortas Chamber Music Concerts, led by Artistic Director Jennifer Koh at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, begins the 2023–2024 season with a lineup of three recitals by esteemed artists and a valedictory performance by one of the world's premiere string quartets. Upcoming fall performances feature Augustin Hadelich (October 15), the Emerson String Quartet (October 20), Maxim Vengerov (November 14), and Sir Bryn Terfel (November 19).

Ms. Tucker Will See You Now, writer and performer Laural Meade’s rollicking cabaret theater piece, continues at the historic Gardenia Supper Club in Hollywood with a monthly engagement through the end of 2023. Learn more about how to catch the show here!

Phoenix Dance Theatre based in Leeds has announced the appointment of Marcus Jarrell Willis as its new artistic director. 

Bill Kenwright's production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers continues to tour across the UK. The much-loved musical, known for sell out houses across the country, returns to Theatre Royal Brighton from Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 October 2023.

New York City-based conductor and baritone Malcolm J. Merriweather, who was appointed as the director of the New York Philharmonic Chorus during the 2022-2023 season, kicks off his 2023-2024 season with concerts around NYC.

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's top picks include Shakespeare Theatre Company's Evita, Moulin Rouge, and more!

Fans can also look forward to Duran Duran’s Halloween covers of Billie Eilish’s ‘Bury A Friend’, Talking Heads’ ‘Psycho Killer’ (feat. Victoria De Angelis of Måneskin), The Rolling Stones’ ‘Paint It Black’, the Rick James-inspired ‘Super Lonely Freak’, Siouxsie and the Banshees’ ‘Spellbound’, Cerrone’s ‘Supernature’ and The Specials’ ‘Ghost Town’.

It paved the way for countless synth-based music duos, fashioning something dark and distinctive with a hint of pop that helped kick-start a new decade. The phenomenal success of 'Tainted Love' in America, where it spent a then-record breaking 43 straight weeks on the Billboard Hot 100) and led the way in the U.S.

Playwright and two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Tina Howe died on Monday, August 28th, 2023 at the age of 85.

Join High Line Art for the US premiere of Alexis Blake's Crack Nerve Boogie Swerve on September 5-7. Performances begin at 7 PM on the High Line's 14th Street Passage New York, NY 10011. 

Prolific writer Garry Michael Kruger is bringing the world premiere of his latest play, Walking In Space, to Theatre West for a five-week run beginning September 8, directed by Arden Teresa Lewis. It centers on a family in crisis with a drug-addicted single mother needing the assistance of her children to overcome her demons.

On the cusp of an exciting double world-premiere season, Colt Coeur is thrilled to announce their new Executive Producer, Heather Cohn. Heather brings rich experience in the NYC theatre landscape - having served at institutions ranging from Flux Ensemble to En Garde Arts, New York Theatre Workshop, Disney Theatrical and TCG.

Their 13 long players include benchmark-raising classics Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (1980), Organisation (1980), Architecture & Morality (1981), and Dazzle Ships (1983). OMD conquered the United States, and yielded the 1986 hit, 'If You Leave' from the Pretty In Pink Soundtrack. They have also achieved 12 top 20 hits on the UK Singles Chart.

The 2024 Season marks a landmark for one of the area's most established and respected theatre organizations.  With the opening of Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced on January 19, 2024, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will kick off its Blockbuster 30th Anniversary Season. To celebrate the milestone, WOB's producers have announced a line-up that includes regional premiere productions of some of the newest and biggest name shows to appear on Broadway in recent seasons.

Jeff Pitchell's Legends Live On will come to the Spire Center in Plymouth, MA on Saturday, August 26. Pitchell's performance will feature Texas Flood- with guests Tyrone Vaughan (son of Jimmie Vaughan and nephew of Stevie Ray Vaughan), Charmaine Neville (daughter of Charles Neville), and Claudette King (daughter of B.B. King).

DPAC and JS Touring have announced that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the DPAC stage on Saturday, November 18, 2023, for two shows (7pm & 9:30pm).

Find out the latest news from Playwrights Horizons as they announce new commissions from acclaimed playwrights Jordan E. Cooper and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Discover what these talented writers have in store for audiences at Playwrights Horizons and get ready to be captivated by their upcoming productions.

The accompanying Pietro Copps-directed video draws inspiration from Promiseland’s heroic and literal upside-down performances across New York City with a nod to The Specials’ 1981 “Ghost Town” music video. It follows the multifaceted artist as he roams through the streets of Los Angeles, searching night and day for a solace he’s yet to find

On August 17, 2023, the public will get their first access to single event tickets for the Lied Center's 2023-2024 season featuring more than 30 events including top artists and ensembles from around the world in dance, classical music, jazz, musical theater, comedy, family, illusion, and more.  

After 44 years, Bridgetown Conservatory is finally bringing Michael Colby's 'LUDLOW LADD: The Poor Little Orphan Boy' to the stage in a fully realized new version. Find out when and where you can witness this unforgettable performance.

The legendary George Benson announced his highly anticipated five UK shows in June/July 2024. This includes two nights at London’s most iconic venue, the Royal Albert Hall on June 28th/29th 2024. Opening act is Tony-nominated Broadway star, actor, singer, and author Melissa Errico. (Les Misérables; Eliza Doolittle in ‘My Fair Lady’ and more).

Ben Weatherill’s new comedy, Frank and Percy, starring Ian McKellen (Percy) and Roger Allam (Frank) and directed by Sean Mathias, will have a limited London season at The Other Palace from Friday 8 September until Sunday 3 December.