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Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Watch New Trailer
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-05-29 15:30:20
VIDEO: Ewan McGregor Talks About Being Mistaken for Jesus on CONAN
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-01-08 21:05:14
VIDEO: Watch the Full Trailer for Season Three of 13 REASONS WHY
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-14 10:08:38
BWW Interview: Jonathan Cable of JERSEY BOYS at Robinson Performance Hall
by Mike Noland - 2018-10-08 15:18:52
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PASTORAL by Pam Tanowitz Dance to Make UK Premiere at the Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026
Pam Tanowitz Dance returns to the Barbican Theatre for the UK premiere of PASTORAL, a collaboration with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw and visual artist Sarah Crowner, reimagining Beethoven's Symphony No. 6.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026
Pam Tanowitz Dance returns to the Barbican Theatre for the UK premiere of PASTORAL, a collaboration with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw and visual artist Sarah Crowner, reimagining Beethoven's Symphony No. 6.
Review: BROADWAY AND BEYOND: CELEBRATING 30 SHOWS WITH HOLLAND VAVRA at STAGES
by Armando Urdiales - Jul 11, 2026
One of Houston's defining strengths is its vibrant performing arts community. In a city filled with exceptional talent, only a select few artists earn the distinction of becoming local icons. Holland Vavra is unquestionably one of them.
by Armando Urdiales - Jul 11, 2026
One of Houston's defining strengths is its vibrant performing arts community. In a city filled with exceptional talent, only a select few artists earn the distinction of becoming local icons. Holland Vavra is unquestionably one of them.
Review: XIAN CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN 9 at Benaroya Hall
by Erica Miner - Jun 22, 2026
Xian’s performance was a joyful representation of Schiller’s text, ending the rousing evening with an affirmation of much-needed hope for us all. The performance was transcendent in every way.
by Erica Miner - Jun 22, 2026
Xian’s performance was a joyful representation of Schiller’s text, ending the rousing evening with an affirmation of much-needed hope for us all. The performance was transcendent in every way.
MIDSUMMER OPERA DREAM FESTIVAL to Return to Northern Virginia for Second Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Canto Vocal Programs will present the second annual Midsummer Opera Dream Festival at Dreamscapes Performing Arts Center in Sterling, Virginia, featuring masterclasses, themed concerts, family-friendly events, and fully staged performances with emerging singers from around the world.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Canto Vocal Programs will present the second annual Midsummer Opera Dream Festival at Dreamscapes Performing Arts Center in Sterling, Virginia, featuring masterclasses, themed concerts, family-friendly events, and fully staged performances with emerging singers from around the world.
25th New York Asian Film Festival Highlights Unveiled
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
The first highlights have been revealed for the 25th New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), an anniversary edition celebrating 25 years of championing the filmmakers, stars, and cinematic movements that have shaped the future of Asian cinema
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
The first highlights have been revealed for the 25th New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), an anniversary edition celebrating 25 years of championing the filmmakers, stars, and cinematic movements that have shaped the future of Asian cinema
European Premiere of Haruki Murakami Adaptation and More Set For the Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
The Barbican announced its autumn/winter Theatre & Dance programme, featuring the European premiere of Haruki Murakami's END OF THE WORLD AND HARD-BOILED WONDERLAND, the UK premiere of PAM TANOWITZ DANCE'S PASTORAL, and London premieres of TOM AT THE FARM and DANCE IS NOT FOR US.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
The Barbican announced its autumn/winter Theatre & Dance programme, featuring the European premiere of Haruki Murakami's END OF THE WORLD AND HARD-BOILED WONDERLAND, the UK premiere of PAM TANOWITZ DANCE'S PASTORAL, and London premieres of TOM AT THE FARM and DANCE IS NOT FOR US.
Steve Reich to Turn 90 With Worldwide Celebrations and Premiere of New Work
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Composer Steve Reich's 90th birthday will be marked by a worldwide season of performances, festivals, and recordings, anchored by the world premiere of In All Your Ways with the Colin Currie Group at the Edinburgh International Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Composer Steve Reich's 90th birthday will be marked by a worldwide season of performances, festivals, and recordings, anchored by the world premiere of In All Your Ways with the Colin Currie Group at the Edinburgh International Festival.
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Unveils 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra announced its 2026-27 season, led by Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan, featuring a complete Beethoven Symphony cycle, six new commissions, and GRAMMY-winner Caroline Shaw as Composer in Focus.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra announced its 2026-27 season, led by Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan, featuring a complete Beethoven Symphony cycle, six new commissions, and GRAMMY-winner Caroline Shaw as Composer in Focus.
Matteo Bocelli, Jacob Collier and More Set for The Ford 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
xThe LA Phil has unveiled the 2026 season at The Ford, its hillside open-air venue, running from May 8 to October 31. The 2026 season brings together a multidisciplinary mix of music, dance, film, theater, comedy and spoken word.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
xThe LA Phil has unveiled the 2026 season at The Ford, its hillside open-air venue, running from May 8 to October 31. The 2026 season brings together a multidisciplinary mix of music, dance, film, theater, comedy and spoken word.
Graham Nash Adds New Fall Dates to Ongoing 2026 Tour
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026
Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash is set to continue his 2026 tour throughout the fall.
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026
Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash is set to continue his 2026 tour throughout the fall.
Capital One City Parks Foundation Unveils SummerStage 2026 Season Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2026
City Parks Foundation has unveiled the 2026 season of Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage, New York City’s outdoor performing arts festival in Central Park and 12 neighborhood parks across the five boroughs.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2026
City Parks Foundation has unveiled the 2026 season of Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage, New York City’s outdoor performing arts festival in Central Park and 12 neighborhood parks across the five boroughs.
Review: FALSTAFF Shows that We Can Count on Juilliard for the Next Generation of Singers
by Richard Sasanow - Apr 28, 2026
In case we had to be reminded—after the Met’s recent Laffont Competition lineup, where three Juilliard singers were among the finalists—the Juilliard School is among the top sources of the next generation of opera singers (among many other categories, of course). Two of those singers were in the cast of last weekend’s fully stages performances of Verdi’s FALSTAFF, where the singing was impressive from the very first scene. (I saw the Saturday matinee.)
by Richard Sasanow - Apr 28, 2026
In case we had to be reminded—after the Met’s recent Laffont Competition lineup, where three Juilliard singers were among the finalists—the Juilliard School is among the top sources of the next generation of opera singers (among many other categories, of course). Two of those singers were in the cast of last weekend’s fully stages performances of Verdi’s FALSTAFF, where the singing was impressive from the very first scene. (I saw the Saturday matinee.)
Paul Giamatti, Tatiana Maslany and John Turturro to Star RHINOCEROS in A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2026
American Repertory Theater (A. R.T.) has revealed that the cast of its upcoming production of Rhinoceros directed by Paulus will feature Paul Giamatti, Tatania Maslany, and John Turturro.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2026
American Repertory Theater (A. R.T.) has revealed that the cast of its upcoming production of Rhinoceros directed by Paulus will feature Paul Giamatti, Tatania Maslany, and John Turturro.
THE FRESHWATER FIVE Will Come to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026
THE FRESHWATER FIVE, a debut play about Isle of Wight fishermen convicted of drug smuggling who maintain their innocence, comes to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre on 1 May as part of a 2026 national tour.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026
THE FRESHWATER FIVE, a debut play about Isle of Wight fishermen convicted of drug smuggling who maintain their innocence, comes to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre on 1 May as part of a 2026 national tour.
San Francisco Symphony Reveals 2026–27 Season, Featuring 26 Guest Conductors and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony has revealed details of the Orchestra’s 115th season. The 2026–27 season features 26 guest conductors, including five making their Orchestral Series debuts, alongside a lineup of returning and debuting guest artists.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony has revealed details of the Orchestra’s 115th season. The 2026–27 season features 26 guest conductors, including five making their Orchestral Series debuts, alongside a lineup of returning and debuting guest artists.
Review: Donna McKechnie - A Fascinating Afternoon at the Dutch Treat Club
by Stephen Sorokoff - Mar 25, 2026
Broadway royalty Donna McKechnie, who won fame for her Tony Award-winning role as “Cassie” in the original Broadway company of A CHORUS LINE, generously entertained a packed room, with help from Broadway historian Peter Filichia
by Stephen Sorokoff - Mar 25, 2026
Broadway royalty Donna McKechnie, who won fame for her Tony Award-winning role as “Cassie” in the original Broadway company of A CHORUS LINE, generously entertained a packed room, with help from Broadway historian Peter Filichia
Graham Nash Confirms Summer 2026 Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026
Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash will continue his 2026 tour throughout the summer.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026
Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash will continue his 2026 tour throughout the summer.
Titanique Broadway Cast: Meet Every Star at the St. James
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Meet the full Titanique Broadway cast! Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox & more bring this Céline Dion-powered musical comedy to the St. James Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Meet the full Titanique Broadway cast! Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox & more bring this Céline Dion-powered musical comedy to the St. James Theatre.
Allison Loggins-Hull to Celebrate Tenure with The Cleveland Orchestra in New Albums
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
Composer and flutist Allison Loggins-Hull marks the end of her three-year fellowship with The Cleveland Orchestra with two new albums, showcasing her innovative compositions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
Composer and flutist Allison Loggins-Hull marks the end of her three-year fellowship with The Cleveland Orchestra with two new albums, showcasing her innovative compositions.
Katie Mitchell Named As Schaubühne Find Festival 2026 Artist In Focus
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
The Royal Court Theatre has announced that two of their productions directed by Katie Mitchell will transfer to Berlin's Schaubühne in April 2026 as part of FIND, Europe's foremost international festival of contemporary theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
The Royal Court Theatre has announced that two of their productions directed by Katie Mitchell will transfer to Berlin's Schaubühne in April 2026 as part of FIND, Europe's foremost international festival of contemporary theatre.
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