A House Republican has introduced a bill to rename the Kennedy Center after President Donald Trump, citing his influence on arts and culture. The proposed legislation comes amid ongoing Republican efforts to rebrand parts of the Washington institution.
Amy Sherald has withdrawn her solo exhibition from the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, citing concerns that her painting of a transgender Statue of Liberty was at risk of removal due to political scrutiny under President Trump.
Comedy Works South at the Landmark will welcome legendary comedian and Saturday Night Live alum Darrell Hammond for a special engagement July 25–27. Known as the longest-running cast member in SNL history, Hammond gained fame for his uncanny impressions of public figures including Bill Clinton, Sean Connery, Regis Philbin, and Donald Trump.
This September, Melbourne's theatre scene will get a shot of adrenaline when the musical revival of AMERICAN PSYCHO opens at Chapel Off Chapel. AMERICAN PSYCHO - THE MUSICAL opens at Chapel Off Chapel on 4 September for a strictly limited season.
Leading political comedian and satirist Matt Forde is set to interview Sadiq Khan, Kirsty Wark, Ian Murray and Joanna Cherry, over four live Edinburgh Festival Fringe Political Party podcast specials.
President Donald Trump is speaking out about lawmakers who do not vote in compliance with the recently passed rescissions package, which would cut funding to public media such as PBS and NPR.
Live Nation has submitted proposed reforms to the U.S. government, including ticket resale caps and stronger enforcement of the BOTS Act, amid mounting regulatory pressure.
The programme for the 2025 Galway International Arts Festival has been announced, a dazzling celebration of art, big ideas, creativity and culture. Learn more here!
Yellow is coming to Edinburgh Fringe this summer. Performances will run at theSpace @ Niddry Street this August. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming August 2025 shows at the theatre's Wicker Park stages. Learn more about the August lineup here and see how to purchase tickets.
In a powerful act of defiance and self-preservation, the Bechdel Project has announced 'Yes Queens!', a restorative day-long event taking place this weekend.
Kennedy Center subscription sales fall 36% compared to 2023, with theater revenue dropping 82%. The decline follows President Donald Trump’s appointment as board chair and Richard Grenell as president.
Cynthia Erivo speaks out about her casting as Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl’s Jesus Christ Superstar, responding to critics and reaffirming musical theater as a space for everyone. Performances run August 1–3.
A new production of American Psycho – The Musical will arrive in Melbourne in September 2025. This all-new version of the musical will open at Chapel Off Chapel.
Floyd Brown, a pro-Trump activist and former Kennedy Center executive, says he was fired after refusing to recant views on same-sex marriage. The dismissal follows months of leadership upheaval under Donald Trump’s chairmanship.
The UK premiere #CHARLOTTESVILLE, Priyanka Shetty’s gripping docu-play on the 2017 “Unite the Right” rally and the rise of white supremacy in America opens at The Pleasance in July.
Get ready for a wild ride through the heart and soul of country music with TOBY, the ultimate tribute to the bad boy of country music, Toby Keith! Learn more here!
The Kennedy Center's 2025–2026 season includes slate of theatrical programming that includes several productions featuring drag - despite public statements from President Donald Trump promising to eliminate such content from the federally supported institution.
Ousted Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter released statement in response to allegations by members of the Trump administration regarding the financial health and past stewardship of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Randy Rainbow has released a parody of 'That's Entertainment,' titled 'That's Trump Derangement!' The new music video jokes about the stress and anxiety Americans have taken on since Donald Trump has taken office.
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