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THE SURGE: AN ODE SINÉAD O'CONNOR by Sonya Tayeh is Coming to The Joyce Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026

The Joyce Theater Foundation will present the North American premiere of The Surge: An Ode to Sinéad O’Connor, a new dance work conceived, choreographed, and directed by Tony Award-winning artist Sonya Tayey.

Misty Copeland Will Curate The Joyce's Ballet Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026

Misty Copeland, the first Black woman to become a principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre, will curate The Joyce Ballet Festival 2026, featuring dancers from six major companies at The Joyce Theater in NYC.

Cassandra Trenary & Michael Trusnovec to Perform STATE OF DARKNESS and BARDO at The Joyce
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026

 The Joyce Theater Foundation will present a one-night-only program of works by acclaimed choreographer Molissa Fenley, featuring State of Darkness and Bardo at The Joyce Theater’s Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium.

The Joyce Theater to Present TAP CITY 25th Anniversary Festival in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026

The Joyce Theater Foundation will present TAP CITY's 25th anniversary season, featuring Michelle Dorrance, Caleb Teicher, and a world premiere by Anthony Morigerato, with live music and archival footage.

JOHNNY LOVES JOHANN Will Make New York Premiere at The Joyce Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

 The Joyce Theater Foundation (Linda Shelton, Executive Director) is pleased to present the New York premiere of Johnny Loves Johann, April 14–19, in the Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago To Return to The Joyce This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

 The Joyce Theater Foundation will welcome the return of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. Presenting two distinct programs across a two-week engagement.

Compagnie Hervé KOUBI to Perform SOL INVICTUS at The Joyce Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

Compagnie Hervé KOUBI will return to The Joyce Theater with their acclaimed production SOL INVICTUS, as part of the Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels Festival this March.

The Joyce Theater to Host U.S. Premiere of Noé Soulier's THE WAVES
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

The Joyce Theater Foundation will present the Joyce Theater debut of choreographer Noé Soulier with The Waves, receiving its U.S. premiere for two performances only, March 4–5, in the Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium.

Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE Opening Night Cancelled at The Joyce Due to Weather
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

Due to inclement weather, The Joyce Theater Foundation has cancelled the Tuesday, February 24 opening night performance of Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE.

Works & Process To Present UPTOWN RHYTHM DANCE FESTIVAL Featuring Kukai Dantza And Naomi Funaki
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026

The Uptown Rhythm Dance Festival will showcase performances by Kukai Dantza and Naomi Funaki at the Guggenheim's Peter B. Lewis Theater on March 8, 2026.

Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE To Return to The Joyce Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

The Joyce Theater Foundation will welcome the return of Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE for the Brooklyn based company’s annual homecoming season, marking the culmination of the company’s 40th anniversary.

Daniil Simkin to Return to The Joyce With SONS OF ECHO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2025

The Joyce Theater Foundation will present the world premiere of Sons of Echo, an ambitious new venture from international ballet star Daniil Simkin that gathers five exceptional male principals.

DANCE OUT EAST Returns With Second Annual Works & Process Residency Performances On Long Island
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025

Works & Process will present the second annual Dance Out East, offering audiences an early look at three new dance projects developed during week-long creative residencies on Long Island’s East End.

Works & Process at the Guggenheim Unveils Spring 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

Throughout spring 2026, Works & Process will present a full slate of dynamic programs at Guggenheim New York, along with a special Martha Graham Dance Company performance at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice on May 8, coinciding with the opening of the Venice Biennale.

Misty Copeland–Curated Ballet Festival and More Set for The Joyce 2026 Spring/Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025

The Joyce Theater Foundation has revealed its programming for the Spring/Summer 2026 season in the newly named Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium at The Joyce Theater.

Hervé KOUBI To Return To The Joyce in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

​The Joyce Theater Foundation will welcome the return of Compagnie Hervé KOUBI, making its fourth appearance at The Joyce and its third presentation of What The Day Owes To The Night.

MOMIX Returns To The Joyce With ALICE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025

The Joyce Theater Foundation will once again welcome audiences to tumble down the rabbit hole with MOMIX this holiday season as Moses Pendleton’s fantastical ALICE returns for a three-week engagement.

A VERY SW!NG OUT HOLIDAY is Coming to The Joyce Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

The Joyce Theater Foundation is once again turning up the holiday heat as Caleb Teicher brings their beloved swing spectacular A Very SW!NG OUT Holiday back to The Joyce.

Ephrat Asherie Dance with Arturo O’Farrill in SHADOW CITIES is Coming to The Joyce
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025

The Joyce Theater Foundation will present the New York premiere of Shadow Cities, a collaborative creation by Ephrat Asherie Dance and Grammy Award–winning pianist and composer Arturo O’Farrill.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Leadership Changes in Opera Large and Small
by Alex Freeman - Nov 10, 2025

This week’s roundup highlights major leadership changes, funding shifts, and renewed investment in the performing arts. OPERA America has named Michael J. Bobbitt as its next President & CEO, while Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced $1.5 million in emergency food grants nationwide. In New York, The Joyce Theater Foundation received a landmark $15 million gift, and Broadway productions prepare to take the stage at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Regionally, Chicago’s cultural department faces a proposed budget reduction, Theatre Washington released a new industry impact report, and Houston Grand Opera appointed James Gaffigan as its next Music Director. Meanwhile, in the UK, opera and arts education take center stage with efforts to broaden access and strengthen creative learning.