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Sonia Friedman Productions announced the world premiere stage adaptation of THE LIVES OF OTHERS, starring Keira Knightley, Stephen Dillane, and Luke Thompson, adapted and directed by Robert Icke, at London's Adelphi Theatre.

Polka Theatre announced details of its 2026 Polka Playwriting Award, the only prize of its kind dedicated to original theatre for audiences aged 7–13, with submissions open and free online masterclasses planned.

The Old Vic announced two new Board of Trustees members: Imogen Brodie of Sonia Friedman Productions and Emma Stenning, CEO of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, as the theatre prepares for a leadership transition.

Rob Madge's Olivier-nominated autobiographical show will play a final 23-performance run at London's Apollo Theatre, following sell-out West End and Broadway seasons.

LONDON CITY BALLET announced its third season tour, visiting 17 venues across the UK, USA, and Europe, with an expanded company of 18 dancers and guest artist Alina Cojocaru.

Woolwich Works announced a full programme of family shows and cultural events, including NICK SHARRATT'S PICTURE BOOK DRAWALONG, THE BUBBLE SHOW, and THERE'S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW, among others.

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs announced a UK tour and BBC Proms appearance at the Royal Albert Hall, joining the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra with British choral works and Australian premieres.

Ensemble Theatre has launched ENSEMBLE YOUTH STUDIO, a new initiative offering week-long workshops for young people, culminating in a performance on the Ensemble stage at Loreto Kirribilli.

The SYDNEY CON JAZZ FESTIVAL will present its seventh all-day event at Sydney's Royal Botanic Gardens, featuring 140 artists across 26 concerts in six venues, with tickets starting at $29.

McCarter Theatre Center announced its upcoming Dance and Music Series, featuring London City Ballet, Ronald K.

Beck Center for the Arts announced its 94th professional theater season, featuring a world premiere comedy by Cleveland playwright Eric Coble, regional premiere musicals, and a collaboration with Oberlin College & Conservatory Music Theater Program.

A line-up of Australian entertainment talent, including BABBA, John Wayne Parsons, and returning host Briohny Dawson, will headline this year's Sleep at the ‘G.

After sold-out runs at the Perth, Adelaide, and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, IKEA WARS will present two nights at Sydney's Bondi Pavilion, pitting contestants against each other in a live furniture-building battle.

The Police drummer and Grammy-winning composer Stewart Copeland brings his first American spoken-word tour to Thousand Oaks, featuring conversation, photos, videos, and Q&A about his life in music.

SARTA awarded four Microgrants to local and regional theatres in celebration of Big Day of Giving, with one grant linked to Spectrum Stage's ARTEMESIA AND HILDEGARD production.

Eddie Brill, who spent 11 years as Stand-Up Talent Coordinator for 'The Late Show with David Letterman,' will lead two small-group comedy workshops at Bridge Street Theatre in Catskill, each limited to 10 participants.

State Theatre New Jersey will host its A NIGHT IN LIGHTS Annual Benefit Gala at The Heldrich Hotel, featuring live entertainment, auctions, and the inaugural Spotlight Awards honoring jazz vocalist Svetlana Shmulyian and lighting designer Craig Werner.

The Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge, NJ, received a $5,000 Local Arts Program grant from the Somerset County Board of Commissioners to expand programming and establish the venue as a co-presenting house.

Broadway and ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK star Dale Soules visited first grade Theatre Study students at PS 212 in Manhattan, discussing her role in THE MAGIC SHOW and performing 'Lion Tamer' for the class.

City Lit Theater announced the cast for the world premiere musical SCARAMOUCHE, based on Rafael Sabatini's adventure novel, directed by Beth Wolf and featuring a 10-person cast with a 30-number score.

Just weeks ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary, Round House Theatre has announced the regional premiere of Sally & Tom, a play by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks.

Laila Robins, Abbey Lee, and Maria Habeeb will star in an industry reading of AMERICA'S MOM, Joe Calarco's play about family estrangement, directed by Hannah Ryan at Open Jar Studios.

Tozy's modern clown show MR.

Playhouse on the Square will present PRIMARY TRUST, Eboni Booth's 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, at The Circuit Playhouse in Memphis.

Lotus Music & Dance will present the 24th annual DRUMS ALONG THE HUDSON at Inwood Hill Park, featuring a free open-air pow wow, world dance performances, Native American crafts, and multicultural programming.