Diversity News

OPERA America has announced the 2023 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize recipient, Deborah Brevoort. Conceived and funded by acclaimed librettist and lyricist Mark Campbell, the Prize is the first award in the history of American opera created specifically to honor the work of opera librettists. The annual winner receives an award of $7,000 to support creative development and career advancement.

On July, 13, 14, and 15, Ballet Hispánico will perform a new work choreographed by Artistic Director and CEO of Ballet Hispánico Eduardo Vilaro, inspired by The Met's exhibition Juan de Pareja, Afro-Hispanic Painter. 

Emerson College's Office of the Arts and the Boston Arts Summer Institute (BASI) have announced the new Massachusetts Arts Stagecraft Initiative (MASI), a paid professional development program designed to strengthen the creative economy and increase equity and diversity in the performing arts industry.

burbSummer in the city brings some red-hot theatrical treats. From a journey down the yellow brick road, to contemporary opera and fiery flamenco, July has something for everyone.

Respected Canadian theatre producer, director, and Pleiades Theatre Artistic Producer Andrey Tarasiuk died unexpectedly, but peacefully, at his home in Stratford, Ontario on Wednesday, June 28. He was 71 years of age.

Raise Your Hands! The Off Broadway cast recording of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon. will be released on JAY Records. Produced by John Yap, the recording will feature the original cast of the Off Broadway production who gathered this week at Manhattan Studios to lay down the tracks.

Works & Process will present with and serve as dance curator for Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage, New York City's beloved outdoor performing arts festival returning for its 37th year to bring 80 free and benefit shows to Central Park and 12 neighborhood parks across the five boroughs.

Rattlestick Theater has named playwright Basil Kreimendahl as its 2023-26 Mellon Foundation Playwright in residence. 

See photos from GLAAD's LGBTQ Pride reception hosted with Vice President Kamala Harris at her residence on June 28, in Washington, D.C.

On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Queens Theatre held its annual Gala, honoring Michael 'Sully' Sullivan, Chief of Staff to Steve Cohen - Owner of the NY Mets and CEO of Point72 and The MBS Group.

Elmwood Playhouse of Nyack, NY will be presenting A Sherlock Holmes Showcase, written by Tal Aviezer and directed by Margaret Young.

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) has announced the upcoming education and engagement programs for fall 2023, winter 2023, and spring 2024.

Uptown Players, a professional theater located in the Uptown area of Dallas, has unveiled its highly anticipated 2023-2024 season.

On June 13, 2023, the Board of Trustees at Trinity Repertory Company elected a new chair, Kibbe Reilly, and four new members: Cheryl Clarkin, Esq., Kevin Matta, Michael Sweeney, and Stephen Thorne. 

National Theatre of Scotland presents THROWN written by Nat McCleary, directed by Johnny McKnight, See photos from inside rehearsal!

NEW YORK, NEW YORK ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING is a 2023 release on the Wine and Peaches Label, available on streaming platforms, with discs and vinyl to come!

Moonstone Theatre Company has revealed the cast list and production design staff for its upcoming production of The Nerd by Larry Shue.

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the Roundabout Underground world premiere of Covenant by York Walker, directed by Tiffany Nichole Greene.

Centenary Stage Company and the NEXTStage Repertory are set to open the first mainstage production for the 2023 Summerfest, Rock Of Ages featuring a Book by Chris D'Arienzo and Arrangements and Orchestration by Ethan Popp.

Elm Shakespeare, a New Haven based professional theater company with the mission of igniting a spark in our shared humanity through Shakespeare, has received this generous gift from The Theatre League.