Divine News

Long Beach Opera announces a generous gift of $1.25 million from Carol Richards. Major donations and grants are also announced, and single tickets are now on sale.

Crooner Andy Williams is known for his Yuletide classic, “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” For Kurtis Blow, the first rapper to sign with a major record label, the song is more of a mission statement than it is a Christmas song.

The Mid-Manhattan Performing Arts Foundation (MMPAF) is thrilled to announce the 2023-24 Concert Series of 'Great Music at St. Bart's.' This season will showcase a variety of world-class performers in two stunning venues, including the intimate 150-seat chapel at St. Bartholomew's Church and the majestic 900-seat church with its beautiful Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ.

'Hallelujah Heaven' by Jeymes Samuel ft. Lil Wayne, Buju Banton & Shabba Ranks is the first track released from the highly anticipated film 'The Book of Clarence.' The track, written and produced by Samuel. The official soundtrack will feature collaborations with Jay-Z, Jorge Ben Jor, Kid Cudi, Adekunle Gold, Jorja Smith, Yemi Alade, and more.

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents the return of Mamie Parris in 'SURRENDER: An Andrew Lloyd Webber Thrill Ride' for three encore shows.

The Cathedral of St. John the Divine Celebrates the Season with 'Joy of Christmas: Peace on Earth.' Beloved annual Christmas concert featuring works by J.S. Bach and classic carols.

American Modern Opera Company (AMOC) presents 'El Niño: Nativity Reconsidered' at Stanford Live. This chamber music arrangement celebrates Latin American poets and the voices of women.

HERE presents Heather Christian's TERCE: A PRACTICAL BREVIARY as part of PROTOTYPE, JAN 10-20. Radical Rethinking of Monastic 9 AM Mass Features Over 35 Singers & Musicians Who Celebrate the Sacred Mothers Alive In All of Us.

On December 1st, 2023, Actor Therapy New Works and Very Intense Productions will present an AEA 29-hour reading of Goliath, a new musical with book by Cassidy Layton (Severance) and music and lyrics by Ethan Carlson (Waitress), culminating in a small presentation for an invited audience at Open Jar Studios.

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dallas Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Love Power the Band, an iTunes chart-topping group led by Ananda Xenia Shakti, is sharing the release of their highly anticipated 2-sided single, 'Songs From Source.' This twin release is about dancing and romancing your spirit into its Love Power! The single features two captivating tracks, 'Are You Looking For Me' and 'Hare Hare Dance.'

North/South Consonance, Inc. celebrates the start of the holiday season on Sunday evening, December 3 presenting a concert featuring vocal and instrumental music inspired by spiritual texts.

Celebrate Christmas at the Franklin County Festival of Trees in Downtown Chambersburg. The festival features beautifully decorated trees and wreaths, with proceeds benefiting the Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance. Vote for your favorite and participate in the silent auction.

Spring 2024 will see four world premieres, one UK premiere, and one English language premiere by acclaimed writers including April De Angelis, Stephen Adly Guirgis, Christopher Hampton and Richard Nelson alongside rising playwrights Sarah Power and Richard Molloy.

CELEBRATE THE CAPTIVATING MELODIES AND THEATRICAL BRILLIANCE OF 'HANDEL'S GLORIOUS MESSIAH' WITH PACIFIC SYMPHONY AND PACIFIC CHORALE IN A STIRRING PRELUDE TO CHRISTMAS. Experience the awe-inspiring sounds of praise in this timeless holiday tradition.

GRAMMY Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs to inaugurate Schoenstein Opus 183 Organ with solo recital at St. Michael's Abbey, Silverado, CA on December 2, 2023. Program includes works by Franck, Mozart, Messiaen, Bach, and Liszt. Tickets available on St. Michael's Abbey's website.

Tara Lily signs to Tru Thoughts and re-releases 'Double Time,' her first taste of new music since the 'Last Flight Out' EP. 'Double Time' showcases a darker lyrical era and an expansion into a more electronic sound with elements of drum 'n' bass.

Tyreek McDole wins the 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition as part of NJPAC’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival and Year-Round Centennial Celebrations Honoring Sarah Vaughan. McDole is the second male vocalist to win in the contest's history.