Irwin Jacobs

Write Out Loud To Present Two Holiday Experiences In December 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

Write Out Loud will present two holiday programs in December 2025: HAUNTINGS OF THE HOLIDAY on December 13–14 and GIVING SEASON on December 15.

Young Concert Artists Unveils 2025 Winners And First Ensemble-in-Residence
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025

Young Concert Artists has revealed the Winners of the 2025 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions. Winners were based on the final round of live auditions in New York.

Young Concert Artists Announces 2025 Finalists
by Gillian Blum - Nov 9, 2025

Young Concert Artists has announced 12 finalists in the 2025 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, who will perform in the final round on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

Young Concert Artists Reveals Semi-Finalists and Jury Panel For 2025 Auditions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025

Young Concert Artists has revealed the semi-finalists in the 2025 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions. Learn more about the competition and the selected artists here!

Review: FOLLIES at Cygnet Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Sep 16, 2025

“Follies” remains a glittering ghost story about theatre itself, what it means to chase applause, and to live forever in memory. With Cygnet’s production, “The Joan” gets its first haunting, and it’s a glamorous one.

Cygnet Theatre & Arts District Liberty Station Complete Joan And Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025

Arts District Liberty Station and Cygnet Theatre has unveiled The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center (The Joan) - a transformative $43.5M project reimagining a historic Navy building into San Diego's newest world-class performance space.

Cygnet Theatre Reveals Cast and Creative Team for Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 29, 2025

Cygnet Theatre will open its 2025–26 season with Stephen Sondheim’s Follies, marking the inaugural production at its new permanent home, the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center—known as The Joan—in San Diego’s Arts District Liberty Station.

Applications Open For 2025 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions And Jacobs Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

Applications are now open for the Young Concert Artists 2025 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, the rigorous annual selection process for superior early-career artists to receive the YCA Jacobs Fellowship.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Gov. Hochul Proposes Extending Broadway Tax Incentives, Australia’s Post-Pandemic Recovery
by Alex Freeman - Feb 3, 2025

From Las Vegas' scrappy local theater scene to Australia's steady post-pandemic recovery, creativity continues to thrive against the odds. Major funding initiatives, including the UK’s £60 million package and New York’s proposed tax credit extension, demonstrate the vital role government support plays in sustaining the arts. Additionally, we celebrate new beginnings with the reopening of NYC’s West Bank Cafe and Cygnet Theatre’s upcoming Performing Arts Center. Finally, we spotlight BroadwayWorld’s 'Next On Stage' winners and insights into audience preferences for live events.

Cygnet Theatre Announces Lineup For Season 21 + Opening Date For New Contemporary Home
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025

Cygnet Theatre has announced its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. The lineup will feature four musicals and two plays, including several award-winning and critically acclaimed productions.

Cygnet Theatre Unveils 21st Season At New Contemporary Permanent Home, The Joan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

Cygnet Theatre has revealed its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cygnet Theatre And NTC Foundation Receive New $5 Million Endowment And $3 Million Gift
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Cygnet Theatre and NTC Foundation have received two generous, transformative gifts to their joint project, The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center. Learn more.

Pianist Kiron Tellian & Radu Ratoi Named 2024 Jacobs Fellowship winners by Young Concert Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2024

Pianist Kiron Tellian and accordionist Radu Ratoi have been named the 2024 Jacobs Fellowship winners by Young Concert Artists, offering them career support, industry connections, and performance opportunities. Learn more!

Young Concert Artists Reveals 2024 Jacobs Fellowship Winners: Pianist Kiron Tellian and Accordionist Radu Ratoi
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024

Young Concert Artists has announced the winners of the 2024 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions. 

Young Concert Artists Announces Finalists In 2024 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024

Young Concert Artists has announced the finalists in the 2024 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions. Of 37 semi-finalists, 12 artists will advance to the final round at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center in New York City on Sunday, October 27, 2024.

Young Concert Artists Announces Semi-Finalists And Jury Panel For 2024 Auditions
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2024

Young Concert Artists announced the semi-finalists and jury panel for the 2024 auditions, featuring a selection of emerging musicians and esteemed judges from the classical music community.

Young Concert Artists Reveals Semi-Finalists And Jury Panel For 2024 Auditions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024

Young Concert Artists revealed the semi-finalists and jury panel for the 2024 auditions, featuring 37 early-career artists from 14 countries. Esteemed jury members include Susan Wadsworth, Daniel Kellogg, and Inon Barnatan.

Cygnet Theatre Announces Strategic Staff Changes
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024

Cygnet Theatre, a cornerstone of San Diego's cultural landscape, has announced significant advancements within its leadership team. These developments are part of the theatre's ongoing expansion and preparation for its highly anticipated move to a new, state-of-the-art home – The Joan at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station – in 2025.

Support West Coast Regional Theaters on Giving Tuesday
by Joshua Wright - Nov 28, 2023

In the vibrant spirit of generosity that defines Giving Tuesday, BroadwayWorld is proud to shine a spotlight on the remarkable campaigns launched by theaters across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Check out campaigns from the West Coast.

Young Concert Artists Names Joan and Irwin Jacobs Fellowship
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023

​​​​​​​ Young Concert Artists, one of the oldest organizations devoted to the incubation of young artists, is thrilled to announce that Joan and Irwin Jacobs have pledged a $1,500,000 gift in three annual installments in support of the newly-named YCA Jacobs Fellowship, a three-year program designed to offer unparalleled support and career guidance for the most promising young musicians ready for accelerated career growth