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DANCING WITH THE STARS Season 35 Cast to Debut on ABC and Disney+
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026

ABC's DANCING WITH THE STARS has announced its Season 35 celebrity cast and professional dancer pairings, with a two-night premiere set to air live on ABC and Disney+ and stream next day on Hulu.

Lauren Alaina Releases New Album STAGES via Big Loud Records
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026

Lauren Alaina has released her 17-song album STAGES, chronicling her life through three chapters, as she prepares for a headlining debut at the Ryman Auditorium.

A GHOST IN YOUR EAR and More Set for Audible's September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026

Audible has a packed slate of new releases and live programming arriving this September, featuring everything from conversations with Barack Obama and a return to the fan-favorite Bobiverse to Colin Kaepernick's deeply personal story and more.

Photos: Jaxson Free Releases WALK IN THIS BAR (SKYLINE SESSIONS) Video
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026

Jaxson Free performed his single WALK IN THIS BAR atop Kane Brown's on Broadway in Nashville, joined by VWillz for the third verse in his Skyline Sessions series.

Greenwich Village Folk Festival to Mark 40th Anniversary With Concert
by Rachel Stone - Aug 14, 2026

The Village Trip will present a concert celebrating the Greenwich Village Folk Festival's 40th anniversary, featuring performers including Suzanne Vega, Noel Paul Stookey and John McCutcheon.

I KILLED ANDY BREITBART to Return to Apollo Theater Studio This September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2026

Pam Dickler's solo show about a Chicago theater producer's collision with national political controversy will return to The Apollo Theater Studio for a limited engagement.

Dance Theatre of Harlem to Launch Inaugural Artistic Council
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2026

Dance Theatre of Harlem named Derrick Adams, Sanford Biggers, Virginia Johnson, Fatima Robinson, Marcus Samuelsson and Mickalene Thomas to its first Artistic Council, a group of advisors shaping the company's programming and outreach.

A GREAT BOOK WITH BARACK OBAMA Podcast to Launch from Audible, Higher Ground
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026

Barack Obama will host a six-episode Audible podcast examining books that shaped his life, produced with Higher Ground as part of the companies' ongoing content partnership.

Jane Krakowski to Host Tectonic Theater Project's A TECTONIC CABARET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026

Tectonic Theater Project's annual benefit, A Tectonic Cabaret, will be hosted by Jane Krakowski at the Edison Ballroom. The evening will honor Ruth Hendel with the James C. Hormel Spirit of Tectonic Award.

I KILLED ANDY BREITBART to Return to Apollo Theater Studio in Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026

Pam Dickler's solo show I KILLED ANDY BREITBART, about a Chicago theater producer drawn into far-right political spin surrounding Barack Obama, returns to The Apollo Theater Studio for a limited engagement.

Joffrey Ballet Adds Six New Board Members and Elects Life Director
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026

The Joffrey Ballet announced six new Board of Directors members and elected Patty P. Andringa as Life Director, recognizing her more than three decades of service to the Chicago-based company.

Review: DARIUS RUCKER'S SONGS OF SUMMER TOUR at Acrisure Amphitheater
by Brian Hilbrand - Jun 29, 2026

I was fortunate enough to see and work a show when Darius first reintroduced himself as a Country artist at a small acoustic concert. Darius Rucker played the 107 MUS The Moose (WMUS) concert in Muskegon, Michigan, in 2013 shortly after he transitioned to country music, acting as a headliner for the radio station's acoustic summer concert series at Heritage Landing.  So I was so excited to get to come out to see him again, and the entertainment factor only grew, and I even got to see some of the songs that he was introducing back on that stage!   “First Time,” “Home Grown”, “Come Back Song”, “ All Night Long”,  and “Alright”.

COPLAND & TWAIN to Make NY Premiere at Chelsea Music Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026

Concert Theatre Works' theatrical concert COPLAND & TWAIN, directed by Bill Barclay, will blend Aaron Copland's incidental music with Mark Twain's writings at Open Jar Studios, conducted by Ken-David Masur.

Amy Sherald, Christian Slater & More Set for Public Forum at The Delacorte
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

The Public Theater's revitalized Delacorte Theater will reopen this summer with PUBLIC FORUM and PUBLIC STORIES programming, featuring Amy Sherald, Michael Sandel, Anna Deavere Smith, and DC 37 union members as civic storytellers.

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Host 44th Spotlight Gala Featuring Rita Rudner
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026

North Coast Repertory Theatre announced its 44th Spotlight Gala, 'An Evening of Laughter with Rita Rudner', set to entertain attendees with a night of comedy.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Elects Five New Members Board of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026

Lyric Opera of Chicago is welcoming to its Board five nationally recognized leaders whose expertise in music, arts, business, law, and civic life strengthens the company’s national profile while reinforcing its roots in Chicago.

Christopher Jackson Joins Season 5 of GHOSTS as a Guest Star
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2026

Christopher Jackson is returning to the small screen this spring in a guest star role on Season 5 of the CBS comedy Ghosts. The Tony Award-nominated Hamilton alum will play a Mahoning Capital HR rep named Anthony. 

Barbra Streisand To Receive Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2026

Entertainment icon Barbra Streisand will receive an honorary Palme d’Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival this May in recognition of her body of work. Marking her first time at the prestigious festival, Streisand will be presented the award on May 23.

Barbra Streisand in Talks to Perform Robert Redford Tribute at 2026 Oscars
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 4, 2026

Entertainment icon Barbra Streisand is currently in talks to perform a rendition of 'The Way We Were' during the 'In Memorium' segment at the 98th Academy Awards in honor of her late co-star Robert Redford.

Review: JOHN LLOYD YOUNG: MOSTLY SOUL at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 8, 2026

John Lloyd Young thrilled in two shows at The Laurie Beechman, performing songs from his R&B album, 'My Turn,' as well as his usual Frankie Valli/Jersey Boys repertoire.