Video: Cast & Director Matthew Penn On Barrington Stage's 10x10 Play Festival
by Joshua Wright - February 22, 2024 Watch a discussion about the artistic process of producing Barrington Stage's annual 10 minute play festival - featuring director Matthew Penn and cast members Peggy Pharr Wilson, Matt Neely and Robert Zukerman....
Opera Carolina Announces 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 04, 2025 Opera Carolina has announced programming for its upcoming 76th season with an ambitious lineup of grand operas, special concerts, philanthropic events and community initiatives....
Los Angeles Master Chorale Announces 60th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 05, 2024 Los Angeles Master Chorale has announced its landmark 60th Anniversary Season at Walt Disney Concert Hall. ...
Los Angeles Master Chorale Announces 60th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 05, 2024 Los Angeles Master Chorale has announced its landmark 60th Anniversary Season at Walt Disney Concert Hall. ...
New World Symphony to Host 2026 I DREAM A WORLD FESTIVAL: LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING
by A.A. Cristi - November 12, 2025 New World Symphony’s fifth annual I Dream a World Festival, titled “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” will take place February 18–22, 2026, highlighting the impact of Black artist-activists through music, poetry, and performance....
Howard Gospel Choir Performs LIFT EVERY VOICE: A JUNETEENTH MUSICAL CELEBRATION In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2025 Cherry Street Music, the chamber music program of The Allen Center presents Lift Every Voice: A Juneteenth Musical Celebration featuring the Howard Gospel Choir of Howard University (HGC), with a guest appearance by singer Donna McElroy, Thursday June 19th at 4pm at The Allen Center in Newton MA. ...
Ledisi Drops New Album 'The Crown'
by Josh Sharpe - April 25, 2025 Grammy Award-winning vocalist and songwriter Ledisi has officially released her 14th studio album, The Crown. The project showcases 11 tracks that explore the rich layers of Ledisi’s artistry, blending R&B, soul, gospel, and dance. Listen to it here!...
Photos: Inside the Theatre Under The Stars 'Lights Up' Gala and After Party
by A.A. Cristi - November 20, 2023 The Theatre Under The Stars “Lights Up” Gala and After Party took place Saturday, November 11 at The Post Oak, drawing a crowd of Houston arts lovers and philanthropists to celebrate the deep impact of theater education on our community! The event raised over $720,000 supporting a breadth of program...
Sound Off: Music for Bail Presents OUR ANTHEM: AN ORCHESTRAL ACTIVATION
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024 Join Sound Off: Music for Bail for an evening of music and discussion at the Church of the Village, featuring 19 musicians, string quartet soloists, and conductor Christina Morris. The event will address decarceration and community advocacy, in collaboration with Black and Pink NYC....
Nikki Renée Daniels and Lester Lynch Will Honor Martin Luther King Jr. With the Young People's Chorus of New York City
by Stephi Wild - December 18, 2025 The Young People's Chorus of New York City, joined by special guest artists Broadway star Nikki Renée Daniels and acclaimed baritone Lester Lynch, will perform a concert celebrating the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. ...
Boston Landmarks Orchestra Brings Free Orchestral Music to the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell on the Esplanade and Boston Neighborhoods
by A.A. Cristi - June 24, 2024 Discover the latest updates on the upcoming production of THE LION KING on Broadway, including cast announcements, performance dates, and behind-the-scenes insights....
AN EVENING WITH MELBA MOORE Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Stephi Wild - September 17, 2025 Next month, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present 'An Evening with Melba Moore,' featuring the legendary singer, actress and entertainer. Learn more here!...
Chicago Dance Health Fund Announces DANCE FOR LIFE 2024 Program
by A.A. Cristi - June 27, 2024 Dance for Life returns to the Auditorium Theatre on August 10, featuring ten works by Chicago dance companies and artists. The event supports the Chicago Dance Health Fund....
CHRISTMAS EVE IN DIKANKA - A Musical Adaptation of a Ukrainian Story to Have Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 22, 2023 Get a sneak peek of the upcoming industry reading of 'Christmas Eve in Dikanka,' a captivating musical adaptation of a Ukrainian story. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Ukrainian folklore and experience the magic firsthand....
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Performs in Knicks Halftime Show
by A.A. Cristi - January 21, 2025 A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical made history yesterday when cast member James T. Lane performed “What a Wonderful World” at halftime at the New York Knicks home game on Monday, January 20 at Madison Square Garden. Check out photos from the event!...
How Often Do Writers Play in the Orchestra for Their Own Musicals
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - September 15, 2024 This time, the reader question was: I know sometimes writers perform in their own shows… but how often do writers play in the orchestra for their own musicals on Broadway?...
Ledisi Sets 'Love You Too Tour' Following Super Bowl Performance
by Josh Sharpe - February 10, 2025 Ledisi captivated audiences at Super Bowl LIX in her hometown of New Orleans with a powerful rendition of 'Lift Every Voice and Sing.' Following the performance, Ledisi is set to embark on her highly anticipated 'Love You Too Tour,' kicking off May 28 in Baltimore, MD....
Ledisi Unveils 'The Crown' Album Release Date and Tour Details
by Josh Sharpe - March 18, 2025 Grammy Award-winning artist Ledisi is set to reign supreme with the release of her highly anticipated 12th studio album, The Crown. Her album tour will kick off May 28 in Baltimore, MD....
Opera Carolina Announces 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 04, 2025 Opera Carolina has announced programming for its upcoming 76th season with an ambitious lineup of grand operas, special concerts, philanthropic events and community initiatives....
Breland Releases New 'Project 2024' EP
by Josh Sharpe - October 18, 2024 Reaching a creative tipping point after years of feel-good hits fusing Country, Hip-Hop, Gospel and more, PLATINUM artist, producer, and songwriter BRELAND delivers a mark of personal and artistic growth with Project 2024 – a new EP both exploring his roots and building for the future. ...
Los Angeles Philharmonic Extends Contracts with Herbie Hancock and Thomas Wilkins
by A.A. Cristi - February 13, 2025 The LA Phil has announced engagement extensions for two longtime collaborators: Herbie Hancock will continue his role as Creative Chair for Jazz through May 2027 and Thomas Wilkins will continue his role as Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra through 2028....
American Stage Closes Season With THE FIGS
by Stephi Wild - June 20, 2024 American Stage is closing out its 46th season with a world premiere. From July 10 - August 4, Doug Robinson’s The Figs will introduce audiences to a brand new fairytale and its eccentric cast of characters....
Feature: Joy Yvonne Jones Discusses the Juneteenth Black Arts Festival by San Diego Black Artist Collective
by ErinMarie Reiter - June 18, 2025 Interview with Joy Yvonne Jones, the co-founder of the San Diego Black Artist Collective and a driving force behind the Juneteenth Black Arts Festival, June 19 - 22nd. In this interview, Jones discusses what it means to build a festival rooted in Black joy, legacy, and liberation, as well as what’s ...
Opera Carolina Unveils 2025-2026 Season with 'Opera for All' Theme
by Josh Sharpe - April 04, 2025 Opera Carolina, the largest professional opera company in the Carolinas, has announced programming for its upcoming 76th season with an ambitious lineup of grand operas, special concerts, philanthropic events, and community initiatives....
Previews: ARTS LEGACY REMIX: JUNETEENTH COMMEMORATION at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 11, 2025 The Straz Center’s Fifth Annual Juneteenth Commemoration on June 16 offers an evening of powerful storytelling, original performances, and historical reflection. Storyteller Jennifer Samuel Chance honors the resilience of the Black community and underscores the importance of remembering the past to ... |