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Michigan Theatre Board Faces Donor Backlash Following Executive Director’s Firing
by Joshua Wright - Feb 27, 2026

The Michigan Theatre board in Jackson, Michigan faces mounting criticism and financial uncertainty following the January firing of executive director Steve Tucker, with donors halting pledges and former board members speaking out.

Carnegie Hall Reveals 2026�"2027 Season Featuring RING CYCLE and TOSCA in Concert, Plus More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

Carnegie Hall has revealed programming for its 2026–2027 season, including more than 170 concerts by many of the world’s finest artists and ensembles, plus wide-reaching education and social impact programs.

Laufey, Lady Gaga, & More Win 2026 GRAMMY Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.

Plano Symphony Orchestra Hosts Grammy-Winning Branford Marsalis Jazz Quartet
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2026

The Plano Symphony Orchestra continues its 2025/2026 season, Music That Matters, with an electrifying evening of jazz featuring the Branford Marsalis Jazz Quartet on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. at the Robinson Fine Arts Center.

Cynthia Erivo, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2026 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and more have been nominated for 2026 GRAMMYS. See the full list of nominations here!

Penn Live Arts Will Open 2025�"26 Season With Mark Morris Dance Group And Branford Marsalis Quartet
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2025

Penn Live Arts will open its 2025–26 season with Mark Morris Dance Group and the Branford Marsalis Quartet. The weekend of performances runs September 26–28 at the Michael Young Theatre.

Cabaret Roundup: September 22-28. 2025- Tony Danza, Ann Hampton Callaway & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 22, 2025

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week

Jessica Kirson and More Set for Universal Preservation Hall Upcoming Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025

Universal Preservation Hall will continue to welcome a lineup of talent, bringing laughter, music, and unforgettable performances to the Great Hall in Saratoga Springs. See the full lineup here!

IDRIS ACKAMOOR & THE PYRAMIDS and More Set for SFJAZZ October 2025 Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025

In October 2025, SFJAZZ will continue its 2025/26 season with an eclectic mix of world-class artists—from jazz legends and rising stars to genre-defying innovators in soul, global music, and beyond. See the lineup here!

DC JAZZFEST Announces Full 2025 Lineup For August 27�"31
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025

The DC Jazz Festival returns August 27–31, 2025 with performances by NEA Jazz Masters, GRAMMY winners, and international stars. The five-day event culminates with a two-day finale at The Wharf over Labor Day weekend, featuring Marcus Miller, Lalah Hathaway, Branford Marsalis, John Scofield, Cécile McLorin Salvant, and many more.

BILAL Comes to the 15th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2025

Bilal will perform at the 15th anniversary of the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF) co-presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. The concert is free on Liberty Avenue in front of the August Wilson African American Cultural Center

Laura & Linda Benanti and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Laura and Linda Benanti, and more! See the full lineup here!

Lesher Center for the Arts Unveils SFJAZZ @ The Lesher Center Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

Diablo Regional Arts Association and the Lesher Center Presents Headliners series revealed SFJAZZ @ The Lesher Center. Learn more about the upcoming series and see how to attend!

Blue Note Jazz Club Confirms LA Club Opening Date, Reveals Programming Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2025

The iconic Blue Note Jazz Club is set to open its Los Angeles location on August 14 and launches the first season of show programming throughout 2025, with the grand opening by five-time Grammy-winning artist Robert Glasper. 

SFJazz Unveils 2025/26 Season Featuring Over 350 Concerts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025

Today, SFJAZZ has revealed the lineup for 2025/26 SFJAZZ Season. Featuring over 350 concerts spanning over nine months, the season will feature the greatest names in jazz, rising superstars, and much more!

Patti LuPone, Lea Salonga & More Announced For McCallum Theater
by Joshua Wright - Jun 2, 2025

The McCallum Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 season lineup, including Broadway musicals like Moulin Rouge! and Hadestown, performances by Sutton Foster and Patti LuPone, orchestras led by Riccardo Muti and Gustavo Dudamel, and more. Tickets are available June 2.

Fats Waller and Duke Ellington Celebrated at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2025

Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club with Fats and The Duke.

First Standings Announced for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 12, 2025

The first standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.

A Recent History of Biographical Jukebox Musicals on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2025

Bobby Darin's story is hitting Broadway with the new musical Just In Time, starring Jonathan Groff. We're taking a look back on some of the recent jukebox musicals that told the story of iconic solo artists.

Penn Live Arts Announces Music, Dance, and Theatre Lineups for 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2025

Penn Live Arts, known for its presentation of thought-provoking and transformational performances across multiple genres, announces its 2025-26 season, curated by Executive and Artistic Director Christopher A. Gruits.