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Interview: Chiara Stephenson on the Set Design of A SINGLE MAN
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 18, 2025

After a run at the Manchester International Festival, A Single Man, “a vital portrait of queer love and loss,” is currently performing at the Linbury Theatre at the Royal Opera & Ballet. The show, choreographed by Jonathan Watkins, is a reimagining of the novel by Christopher Isherwood, which follows the story of George, a man grieving the loss of his partner, Jim. Watkins is joined by singer-songwriter John Grant and composer Jasmin Kent Rodgman, who have contributed the music of the work.

The Royal Ballet Performs London Premiere of A SINGLE MAN
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2025

Following the world premiere at Manchester International Festival earlier this summer, A Single Man will receive its London premiere this September, opening the Royal Ballet and Opera's 2025/26 Season in the Linbury Theatre.

Manchester International Festival 2025 to Open with New Works Across the City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2025

Manchester International Festival 2025 officially gets underway at 6pm today as a herd of life-sized puppet animals stampede through the streets of Manchester to launch the festival, travelling north to flee climate disaster. Learn how to attend!

Cast Set For Factory International and The Royal Ballet's A SINGLE MAN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

This July, The Royal Ballet and Factory International will present the world premiere of a brand new adaptation of Christopher Isherwood's masterpiece A Single Man.

Full Cast Set For The World Premiere of LIBERATION at Royal Exchange Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025

Liberation, a new play by poet and playwright Ntombizodwa Nyoni, directed by Monique Touko, will receive its World Premiere as part of Manchester International Festival 2025.

Neko Case Brings Fall 2025 North American Tour to The Tobin Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2025

GRAMMY-nominated indie icon Neko Case is announcing her fall North American tour, crisscrossing the continent throughout October and November with a stop at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts.

Indie Icon Neko Case Sets 2025 North American Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025

GRAMMY-nominated indie icon Neko Case has announced her fall North American tour, crisscrossing the continent throughout October and November. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 18th at 10am local time.

The Royal Ballet and Opera Reveals 2025/26 Season With Justin Peck and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025

The Royal Ballet and Opera launches its 2025/26 Season, unveiling an unforgettable programme of new commissions, world premieres and much-loved revivals alongside the first annual festival connecting the worlds of opera and technology. 

Programme Revealed For 2025 Manchester International Festival
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

Factory International has announced the 2025 edition of Manchester International Festival (MIF) from Thursday 3 July to Sunday 20 July 2025, the first under new Creative Director Low Kee Hong.

Sir Woman Shares New Song 'Get Out Of My Mind' From Forthcoming Double Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 17, 2025

Sir Woman—the solo project of vocalist and songwriter Kelsey Wilson—shares the new song, “Get Out Of My Mind.” The follows “Making My Way,” both featured on the first half of their forthcoming double LP, If It All Works Out. Listen to it now.

Wilbur's Wilde Clan Comes to MEMO Music Hall This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2023

An unforgettable night of family harmony and Rocking Rhythms comes to MEMO Music Hall on Saturday December 16 when Wilbur’s Wilde Clan join forces to celebrate Christmas.

Let's Eat Grandma Reinvent Nick Drake's 'From The Morning'
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2023

The brainchild of Cally Callomon, Manager of the Nick Drake Estate, and Jeremy Lascelles, co-founder of Blue Raincoat Music and CEO of Chrysalis Records, “The Endless Coloured Ways” also features recordings from among others John Grant, Self Esteem, Emeli Sandé, Guy Garvey, David Gray, Philip Selway, Nadia Reid and Bombay Bicycle Club.

Samantha Shay's MOTHER MELANCHOLIA To Screen At Dance on Camera Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2023

On February 11, 2023 at 3:45pm, Samantha Shay's short film Mother Melancholia will screen as part of the 51st edition of the Dance on Camera Festival at Film at Lincoln Center's Francesca Beale Theater.

Samantha Shay's MOTHER MELANCHOLIA To Screen At Dance Camera West Film Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2023

On January 20, 2023 at 7pm, Samantha Shay's short film Mother Melancholia will screen as part of Dance Camera West film festival at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre.

Thomas Truax Teams Up With Budgie For New Single 'Everything's Going To Be All Right'
by Michael Major - Nov 18, 2022

An eerie post-punk track that sees sharp spoken-word vocals, atmospheric guitar wobbles and reverb-drenched tremolo descend towards a catchy chorus that sees Truax bear his upbeat rock’n’roll teeth, “Everything’s Going to Be All Right” is taken from a new album ‘Dream Catching Songs.’

Fiona Brice Announces New Album 'And You Know I Care'
by Michael Major - Jul 19, 2022

Fiona Brice has announced the release of her new album And You Know I Care via Bella Union and available to preorder here. To celebrate the announcement Brice has shared a beautiful and mezmerising video for the title track created by Rankin. Watch the music video for the new single now!

Samantha Shay's MOTHER MELANCHOLIA to be Available For Online Viewing Worldwide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2022

From June 24-July 1, 2022, Samantha Shay's short film Mother Melancholia will be available to screen online worldwide.

Samantha Shay's MOTHER MELANCHOLIA Will Have On-Demand Screenings to Benefit Ukraine
by Marissa Tomeo - May 4, 2022

From May 9-15, Samantha Shay’s short film Mother Melancholia will be available for on-demand viewing via pay what you can, and all funds raised will go towards aiding the Ukrainian people. The film is a multi-layered portrait of four women set to a soundtrack for the end of the world. As part of the Under Construction Festival and in partnership with Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, this special digital programming event will be available at bit.ly/MotherMelancholia. 

VIDEO: Midlake Share 'Meanwhile In Texas 2021' Live Video
by Michael Major - Dec 14, 2021

The captivating performance – filmed at Dallas, TX’s Modern Electric Sound Recorders by director Rett Rogers (Nicole Atkins, Nathaniel Rateliff) and co-director Barbara FG – marks the first in a new multi-part series of exclusive live sessions, “Meanwhile In Texas 2021,” with additional installments set to premiere in the coming weeks.

Penelope Isles Announce U.S. Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Dec 8, 2021

Penelope Isles—the project of UK-born and bred siblings, co-songwriters and co-vocalists Lily and Jack Wolter—released their sophomore album Which Way To Happy a few weeks ago, and today they announce their U.S. tour in support of the record. Plus, watch the new music video for 'Have You Heard!'