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Frist Art Museum Presents Exhibition Of Work By Iranian Artist Shahpour Pouyan Photo Frist Art Museum Presents Exhibition Of Work By Iranian Artist Shahpour Pouyan
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024

Explore the captivating exhibition of Iranian artist Shahpour Pouyan at the Frist Art Museum. Dive into the unique blend of history, culture, and personal narrative through his work....
Akropolis Reed Quintet, Pascal Le Boeuf and Christian Euman Release New Album, Are We Photo Akropolis Reed Quintet, Pascal Le Boeuf and Christian Euman Release New Album, Are We Dreaming The Same Dream?
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024

Are We Dreaming The Same Dream? - a new album from Akropolis Reed Quintet, composer and pianist Pascal Le Boeuf, and drummer Christian Euman - is out now on Bright Shiny Things....
Baayork Lee & More Join Pittsburgh CLO 2024 Summer of Musicals Photo Baayork Lee & More Join Pittsburgh CLO 2024 Summer of Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO has unveiled the Creative Teams for the 2024 Summer of Musicals. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets....
360 CHICAGO Unveils Multimillion-Dollar Renovations, New Immersive Guest Experiences Photo 360 CHICAGO Unveils Multimillion-Dollar Renovations, New Immersive Guest Experiences
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024

360 CHICAGO has fully renovated its entry concourse to enhance the guest experience and celebrate Chicago's uniquely diverse communities and culture. ...
The Museum of Chinese in America To Performance CATCHING SILHOUETTES: Street Performa Photo The Museum of Chinese in America To Performance CATCHING SILHOUETTES: Street Performance
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024

The Museum of Chinese in America will present a unique outdoor interactive performance program, “MOCA Performs – Catching Silhouettes: An Oral History Street Performance,” to bring oral histories and personal stories to life in the streets of Chinatown in May to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawa...
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Bel Photo Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024

Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month....
This Week's Classifieds- Jobs in Music Direction, Production Design, and More Photo This Week's Classifieds- Jobs in Music Direction, Production Design, and More
by - April 25, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/25/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry....
Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres Photo Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

Discover the exciting 24/25 season of PENN LIVE ARTS, featuring world, U.S., and Philadelphia premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Kara Noble, Martin Kluger, and Mark Auerbach Join The Springfield Chamber Players to Photo Kara Noble, Martin Kluger, and Mark Auerbach Join The Springfield Chamber Players to Perform JOHNNY APPLESEED
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024

Kara Noble, Springfield Symphony Orchestra timpanist Martin Kluger; and Westfield Community Programming ArtsBeat host Mark Auerbach will narrate in the upcoming Springfield Chamber Players performance of Clifton J. Noble, Jr. 's folk cantata Johnny Appleseed....
Cast Set for ASSASSINS at Town & Country Players Photo Cast Set for ASSASSINS at Town & Country Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024

Town & Country Players announces the cast for its upcoming musical, ASSASSINS. The one-act historical revusical explores the lives of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate U.S. Presidents. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center Reveals 2024-25 Season Photo Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center Reveals 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024

The Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center season will include performances all across its north campus including the famed Mark Taper Forum, the iconic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and the Ahmanson Theatre....
The Orchestra Now To Perform Debussy's 'Afternoon Of A Faun' & U.S. Premiere Of Dani Photo The Orchestra Now To Perform Debussy's 'Afternoon Of A Faun' & U.S. Premiere Of Dani Howard's Trombone Concerto
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2024

Experience the enchanting performance by THE ORCHESTRA NOW featuring Debussy’s AFTERNOON OF A FAUN and the U.S. Premiere of Dani Howard’s Trombone Concerto on May 19....
Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala Raised More Than $1.3 Million Photo Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala Raised More Than $1.3 Million
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024

Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala raises over $1.3 million for artistic, educational, and community outreach programs. ...
Theatre Washington Will Host 2024 Helen Hayes Awards Next Month Photo Theatre Washington Will Host 2024 Helen Hayes Awards Next Month
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024

The 40th Helen Hayes Awards will take place on Monday, May 20, 2024 at The Anthem, on the District Wharf, with a celebratory party to follow. ...
The Orchestra Now To Perform Debussy's 'Afternoon Of A Faun' & U.S. Premiere Of Dani Photo The Orchestra Now To Perform Debussy's 'Afternoon Of A Faun' & U.S. Premiere Of Dani Howard's Trombone Concerto
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2024

Experience the enchanting performance by THE ORCHESTRA NOW featuring Debussy’s AFTERNOON OF A FAUN and the U.S. Premiere of Dani Howard’s Trombone Concerto on May 19....
Pompano Beach Arts to Celebrate Haitian Heritage Month Photo Pompano Beach Arts to Celebrate Haitian Heritage Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024

The month of May is nationally recognized as Haitian Heritage Month, and Pompano Beach Arts will honor the artistic influence of the beautiful Caribbean nation with some very special events. Learn more!...
 JAG Productions Will Close its Doors After Eight Years Photo JAG Productions Will Close its Doors After Eight Years
by Stephi Wild - April 24, 2024

JAG Productions, the Vermont-based Black theater company, has announced it will close its doors after eight years of being open....
HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION Now Available in North America Photo HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION Now Available in North America
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

Hadestown: Teen Edition is now available for school and youth group productions in North America. Learn more about how to put on a production of Hadestown!...
Nadya Tolokonnikova, Creator of Pussy Riot, to Headline Benefit Event for the America Photo Nadya Tolokonnikova, Creator of Pussy Riot, to Headline Benefit Event for the American Folk Art Museum
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2024

Join Pussy Riot founder Nadya Tolokonnikova at the American Folk Art Museum benefit show in New York. A unique opportunity to experience art and activism combined....
BorderLight Theatre Festival Reveals Special Programming Photo BorderLight Theatre Festival Reveals Special Programming
by Stephi Wild - April 24, 2024

Three months from today, the 2024 BorderLight Theatre Festival will return to Playhouse Square with four days of innovative performances sure to entertain audiences! Learn more about the programming here!...
Review Roundup: MOTHER PLAY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons & Photo Review Roundup: MOTHER PLAY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons & Celia Keenan-Bolger
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024

Tony Award winner Celia Keenan-Bolger, Academy Award, Emmy Award, and Tony Award winner Jessica Lange, and Emmy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award winner Jim Parsons return to Broadway in the Second Stage's production of Mother Play. Read the reviews!...
Video: KNOCKED LOOSE Release Single 'Suffocate' Featuring POPPY Photo Video: KNOCKED LOOSE Release Single 'Suffocate' Featuring POPPY
by Josh Sharpe - April 23, 2024

Knocked Loose have released their wild new single Suffocate ahead of their new album. On You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To, Knocked Loose have honed in on a diverse, cohesive and savagely aggressive album that sums up the massive strides they’ve taken during their decade as a band, and asserts ...
World Premieres & More Set for 2024-25 Kennedy Center Dance Season Photo World Premieres & More Set for 2024-25 Kennedy Center Dance Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

The 2024-25 Kennedy Center Dance season has been revealed! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets....
Hub City Opera And Dance to Present New Jersey Premiere Of MURASAKI'S MOON Photo Hub City Opera And Dance to Present New Jersey Premiere Of MURASAKI'S MOON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024

Experience the New Jersey premiere of MURASAKI'S MOON by Hub City Opera and Dance. This innovative opera celebrates the life and legacy of 11th-century Japanese writer, Lady Murasaki. ...
Nominees Revealed For The 13th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards Photo Nominees Revealed For The 13th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024

Broadway In Chicago has announced the 24 student nominees for Best Performer in an Actor and Actress role, and nominees for Best Ensemble, Best Direction and Best Production for the 13th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards....




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