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Star Authors Come to Philly This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2025

The Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation has announced its Spring 2026 Author Events Series, featuring a lineup of acclaimed writers, thinkers, and creators shaping today's most vital conversations.

Review: JANE AUSTEN'S LADY SUSAN at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - May 11, 2025

Overall, Oyster Mill’s production of Jane Austen’s Lady Susan is engaging and hilarious. If you’re looking for a dynamic and entertaining performance, get your tickets now.

Wigmore Hall Unveils 125th Anniversary Season Featuring Nearly 600 Concerts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

Wigmore Hall has revealed its 125th Anniversary Season (2025/26). With nearly 600 concerts and events from 9 September 2025 to 31 July 2026, it is the largest and most diverse classical music programme in the UK.

The San Francisco Symphony To Present Orchestra Series and More In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025

The San Francisco Symphony's April programming lineup features an Orchestral Series program led by Marin Alsop and featuring pianist and composer Gabriela Montero, Michael Tilson Thomas's 80th birthday concert, and more.

San Francisco Symphony Announced 2024�"25 Season Of Concerts 
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024

The SF Symphony has announced its 2024–25 season featuring solo recitals, visiting ensembles, and chamber music performances as part of the Great Performers, Shenson Spotlight, and Chamber Music Series.

Fantasia Orchestra Will Perform Two Concerts at the 2024 Proms at St Jude's
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024

Fantasia Orchestra – a dynamic ensemble of some of the UK’s finest young musicians who have recently announced their BBC Proms debut this year – will perform two concerts at the 2024 Proms at St Jude’s, their sixth consecutive year at the festival.

Cast Set For CATS at Algonquin Arts Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024

Algonquin Arts Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its July musical, CATS! The show will run at Algonquin Arts Theatre from July 13 through July 28.

Fantasia Orchestra To Make BBC Proms Debut This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024

FANTASIA ORCHESTRA will make their debut at the BBC Proms this summer, performing alongside renowned artists Sheku and Braimah Kanneh-Mason and Plínio Fernandes.

Review: Societal Consciousness in A Political Era With GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER at freeFall Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - Mar 4, 2024

God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater is Kurt Vonnegut’s fifth novel and was published in 1965. Its Post-Modern Satire context paved way for Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five, arguably his most well-known work. In the novel, Vonnegut highlights the life and times of the consciously-bound multi-millionaire Eliot Rosewater.

Casting Set For FreeFall's GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2024

Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, pays homage to Vonnegut's witty humor and energetic dialogue with an infectious score by the Oscar-winning team of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman.

Dmitry Sitkovetsky Named Patron Of UK's The Purcell School For Young Musicians
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2024

​​​​​​​Celebrated violinist, recording artist, conductor, creator, and transcriber Dmitry Sitkovetsky has been named the newest Patron of The Purcell School.

The Arc of Greater New Orleans Presents AN IRISH GOODBYE, November 20
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2023

The Arc of Greater New Orleans presents a special premier screening of the Oscar and BAFTA winning short film AN IRISH GOODBYE on Monday, November 20, 2023.

Sean Patrick Flanery's Horror Film NEFARIOUS Arrives on DVD Tuesday
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2023

The supernatural thriller NEFARIOUS was released in theaters on April 14 through Soli Deo Gloria Releasing, and it ultimately grossed over $5 million at the domestic box office. Nefarious will now be released on DVD on August 15 from Mill Creek Entertainment.

Irish Arts Center Unveils Exciting Lineup for Fall 2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2023

Explore the rich and diverse world of Irish arts and culture at Irish Arts Center's Fall 2023 season. From mesmerizing performances to thought-provoking exhibitions, immerse yourself in the magic of Ireland's creative spirit. Don't miss out on this exciting lineup of events and experiences.

Shamarr Allen Releases New Single 'Internet Troll Anthem'
by Michael Major - Jun 20, 2023

True Orleans 2 was recorded and produced by Allen at his own studio in New Orleans and features the multi-talent playing trumpet, trombone, drums, keyboards, and bass as well as programming the electronic drums. The album includes a new version of the hometown favorite “Weekend Dance” featuring guest appearances by G. Love and Dee-1.

Freya Ridings Releases New Single 'Face in the Crowd'
by Michael Major - Feb 17, 2023

Adding to the anticipation of her forthcoming Blood Orange album, “Face in The Crowd” is a heartfelt confession in which Freya bares her soul, the rich timbre of her voice overflowing with loss and heartbreak in one of the closest songs to her heart from Blood Orange.

SIX, INTO THE WOODS & More Participate in GLAAD's Spirit Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2022

 Today, GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, announced participants wearing purple or going purple online for Spirit Day in a united stand against bullying and show of support for LGBTQ youth.

Vintage Theatre And Performance Now Theatre Company Co-Present THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2022

Vintage Theatre kicks off its 2022 -2023 season with the hilarious musical comedy 'The Drowsy Chaperone,' co-presented by Performance Now Theatre Company, September 2 – October 9.