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In its 39th season on PBS, GREAT PERFORMANCES is still the only place on primetime television where you can see the best in music, opera, theater, dance and popular song from across America and around the world.

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RENT Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre This June and July. Photo RENT Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre This June and July.
by Stephi Wild - June 08, 2023

Concluding a mainstage season of critically acclaimed performances (A Gentleman’s Guide To Love and Murder, A Swinging Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett, The Great Leap, Becoming Dr. Ruth, Chicken & Biscuits), Farmers Alley Theatre will present its highly anticipated production of RENT....
Interview: Idina Menzel Is Embracing Her Inner 'Drama Queen' With New Album Photo Interview: Idina Menzel Is Embracing Her Inner 'Drama Queen' With New Album
by Michael Major - June 09, 2023

Idina Menzel is getting 'Dramatic' with her new album! BroadwayWorld sat down with Menzel to discuss giving back to the LGBTQIA+ community through the new album, feeling less apologetic with her music, and her upcoming 'unconventional' musical, Redwood....
Review: Gavin Lee Dances And Entrances In STEPPIN' OUT WITH FRED ASTAIRE at Birdland Photo Review: Gavin Lee Dances And Entrances In STEPPIN' OUT WITH FRED ASTAIRE at Birdland
by Stephen Mosher - June 08, 2023

Broadway and West End star and renowned tapper tackles the pinnacle: Fred Astaire....
New Jersey Performing Arts Center Presents HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY 2023 Photo New Jersey Performing Arts Center Presents HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY 2023
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2023

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the annual Horizon Sounds of the City 2023, a FREE live summer concert series taking place under the stars during the summer every Thursday Night starting July 13 – August 17 from 6 pm – 9 pm on the NJPAC Campus at Chambers Plaza. ...
Skokie Theatre Presents Judy & Liza Palladium Concert Tribute Featuring A Real Mother Photo Skokie Theatre Presents Judy & Liza Palladium Concert Tribute Featuring A Real Mother Daughter Duo
by A.A. Cristi - June 07, 2023

Actress Nancy Hays and her daughter Mary Heffernan will present the story of the famed London Palladium concert which featured Judy Garland on stage with her own daughter - Liza Minnelli, at age 18, in November of 1964. ...
Salutes to Joni Mitchell and Broadway, and More Set for North Charleston POPS! 2023 - Photo Salutes to Joni Mitchell and Broadway, and More Set for North Charleston POPS! 2023 - 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 08, 2023

The North Charleston POPS! has announced its 2023 – 2024 season concerts. The season features all new shows and something for everyone. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!...
New Jersey Performing Arts Center Presents HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY 2023 Photo New Jersey Performing Arts Center Presents HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY 2023
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2023

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the annual Horizon Sounds of the City 2023, a FREE live summer concert series taking place under the stars during the summer every Thursday Night starting July 13 – August 17 from 6 pm – 9 pm on the NJPAC Campus at Chambers Plaza. ...
POTTED POTTER Will Make Its Highly Anticipated Return To 3Olympia Theatre This Summer Photo POTTED POTTER Will Make Its Highly Anticipated Return To 3Olympia Theatre This Summer Following Sold Out Dublin Runs
by A.A. Cristi - June 09, 2023

After playing to sold out houses all over the world including Dublin's Gaiety Theatre, the Olivier Award nominated POTTED POTTER The Unauthorised Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff has announced a highly anticipated return to Dublin's 3Olympia Theatre this summer - with performances from 29...
Christie Baugher, Paris Ray Dozier & Jaime Lozano Receive 2022 Jonathan Larson Grants Photo Christie Baugher, Paris Ray Dozier & Jaime Lozano Receive 2022 Jonathan Larson Grants
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 07, 2023

The American Theatre Wing has revealed the recipients of the 2022 Jonathan Larson Grants. See who the recipients are, and learn more bout the grants....
Cast Revealed For BANDSTAND at Playhouse on Park Photo Cast Revealed For BANDSTAND at Playhouse on Park
by Stephi Wild - June 09, 2023

BANDSTAND (music by Richard Oberacker, with book and lyrics by Robert Taylor and Richard Oberacker) will run at Playhouse on Park July 12 - August 20, 2023. ...
Ivo Van Hove's Production of A LITTLE LIFE Will Be Screened in Cinemas Across the UK Photo Ivo Van Hove's Production of A LITTLE LIFE Will Be Screened in Cinemas Across the UK and Europe
by Stephi Wild - June 09, 2023

 Ivo van Hove's English language première of Hanya Yanagihara's critically acclaimed prize-winning novel, A Little Life, comes to cinemas across the UK and selected European countries on 28 September 2023....
Candlebox Announces Final Studio Album 'The Long Goodbye' Photo Candlebox Announces Final Studio Album 'The Long Goodbye'
by Michael Major - June 08, 2023

The news comes on the heels of the multi-platinum selling Seattle rock band gearing up to launch their final tour this weekend. Candlebox – Kevin Martin (lead vocals), Adam Kury (bass), Brian Quinn (guitar), Island Styles (guitar), BJ Kerwin (drums) – will be out on the road from June 10th through e...
Photos: Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada And More Turn Out As Red Bull Theat Photo Photos: Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada And More Turn Out As Red Bull Theater Honors Julie Taymor And More
by A.A. Cristi - June 07, 2023

Red Bull Theater honored Julie Taymor with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and the Axe-Houghton Foundation with the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit last night, Monday June 5th. See pho...
Liverpool's Historic Epstein Theatre Will Close at the End of June 2023 Photo Liverpool's Historic Epstein Theatre Will Close at the End of June 2023
by Stephi Wild - June 09, 2023

Liverpool’s historic and much-loved Epstein Theatre is set to close on Friday 30 June 2023. ...
MOCA Cinema Presents NEVER FADE AWAY In Honor Of National Immigrant Heritage Month Photo MOCA Cinema Presents NEVER FADE AWAY In Honor Of National Immigrant Heritage Month
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2023

As the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) has been hosting a wide range of programming to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month this May, June marks National Immigrant Heritage Month. In a similar manner, the museum will honor the contributions of immigrants to our great nation and acknowledge their prof...
Work by Camille A. Brown, Ronald K. Brown & More to be Presented as Part of Harlem St Photo Work by Camille A. Brown, Ronald K. Brown & More to be Presented as Part of Harlem Stage's 40th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 06, 2023

Harlem Stage has announced its 40th Anniversary Season, a celebration of the institution that has, since its founding, provided an indispensable platform to both emerging and established artists of color working in an array of forms....
Liverpool's Historic Epstein Theatre Will Close at the End of June 2023 Photo Liverpool's Historic Epstein Theatre Will Close at the End of June 2023
by Stephi Wild - June 09, 2023

Liverpool’s historic and much-loved Epstein Theatre is set to close on Friday 30 June 2023. ...
Martha Graham Dance Company to Present GRAHAM100, A Three-Season 100th Anniversary Ce Photo Martha Graham Dance Company to Present GRAHAM100, A Three-Season 100th Anniversary Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 07, 2023

The Martha Graham Dance Company will present GRAHAM100—The First and The Future, a three-season 100th anniversary celebration of Martha Graham’s work and legacy to begin September 2023 and continue throughout 2026....
Roxy Regional School Of The Arts Presents A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD Kids, June 12 - J Photo Roxy Regional School Of The Arts Presents A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD Kids, June 12 - July 1
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2023

Children and adults alike will relish in the joyful vignettes, catchy tunes, funny dialogue and bright, memorable characters of A Year with Frog and Toad KIDS, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Monday, June 12, at 6:00pm....
Full Creative Team Revealed for THE MONGOL KHAN at the London Coliseum Photo Full Creative Team Revealed for THE MONGOL KHAN at the London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - June 07, 2023

The producers of The Mongol Khan, Esunmunkh Myagmar, Amundra Amartuvshin, Bayra Bela (Amazon The Power, NETFLIX Marco Polo), Unurmaa Janchiv, Oliver King (The Ukrainian Ballet, Counting Sheep) have announced a team of world class UK creatives who are being brought on board especially for the London ...
LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Announced At The El Portal Theatre Begins October 6 Photo LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Announced At The El Portal Theatre Begins October 6
by A.A. Cristi - June 08, 2023

JoBeth Williams (“Poltergeist,” “The Big Chill”) and Peter Strauss (“Rich Man, Poor Man,” “The Jericho Mile”) star in the romantic Love Among the Ruins, written by James G. Hirsch and Robert A. Papazian, from a film script by James Costigan. Love Among the Ruins is a Papazian Hirsch presentation  an...
FRIGID New York to Present Extended Run of Claire Ayoub's THE GYNOKID Photo FRIGID New York to Present Extended Run of Claire Ayoub's THE GYNOKID
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 07, 2023

Claire Ayoub’s solo show The GynoKid is back with FRIGID New York as a monthly show at The Kraine Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets!...
CAP UCLA Reveals 2023-24 Inaugural Season at the new UCLA Nimoy Theater Photo CAP UCLA Reveals 2023-24 Inaugural Season at the new UCLA Nimoy Theater
by Stephi Wild - June 07, 2023

UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) has announced the inaugural 2023-24 season at The UCLA Nimoy Theater (The Nimoy), formerly known as The Crest Theatre, a landmark venue in Westwood that has been renovated and transformed into a flexible 300-seat off-campus performing arts space. ...
Photos: Burning Coal Theatre Company Second Stage Presents THE TEMPEST Photo Photos: Burning Coal Theatre Company Second Stage Presents THE TEMPEST
by A.A. Cristi - June 09, 2023

On the heels of their successful outdoor touring production of The Tempest, Switchyard  Theatre Company continues their second season with the North Carolina premiere of Or, as part of the 2023 Burning Coal Theatre Company Second Stage series. See photos from the production....
MUSIC AT THE MANSION Returns To Morristown Sunday, June 25 Photo MUSIC AT THE MANSION Returns To Morristown Sunday, June 25
by A.A. Cristi - June 08, 2023

​​​​​​​NiCori Studios & Productions announces the next installment of the long running Bloomfield series 'Music at the Mansion' at the historic Thorne Mansion home of the Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Morristown on Sunday, June 25 at 3pm. ...




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