Edinburgh International Festival News

Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Miriam Buether and 59 Studio (Benjamin Pearcy) took home a Tony Award for 'Best Scenic Design of a Play' for their outstanding work on Stranger Things: The First Shadow. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, they checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share their initial reaction!

At a special celebration of Brian Cox's role in Dundee's vibrant and influential cultural landscape - it was announced that the internationally acclaimed Dundonian actor has become the new Patron of Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre.  

This July, Carnegie Hall once again showcases the exceptional talent of young American musicians through its acclaimed national youth ensembles—NYO-USA, NYO2, and NYO Jazz.

A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness, will be presented on stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago for seven performances only.

After many years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James agrees to become the sponsor of newcomer Luka. On the cusp of Step 5, their conversations must turn to confessionals, with progress hinging on Luka revealing secrets that could lead back to alcohol. But it’s clear that James also has dangerous truths in his past, truths that threaten the trust on which both their recoveries depend.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joaquina Kalukango and more! See the full lineup here!

The full cast has been announced for MAKE IT HAPPEN – a new play by James Graham, directed by Andrew Panton telling the story of Royal Bank of Scotland's role in the 2008 financial crash.

Aakash Odedra Company will present the London premiere of Songs of the Bulbul, a ferocious and contemplative solo for virtuoso dancer Aakash Odedra. Learn more here!

You can now get a first look at photos of the West End transfer of David Ireland’s acclaimed new play The Fifth Step, starring Jack Lowden and Martin Freeman. See photos here!

House of Oz will return to Edinburgh, with eight Australian shows across multiple venues, and a range of genres from dance, opera, cabaret, musical comedy, acrobatics to dark thriller.

Hosted by the Edinburgh International Festival, Festivals Edinburgh, and the City of Edinburgh Council, the Arts Festivals Summit 2025 of the European Festivals Association's (EFA) welcomed over 200 festival professionals for a four-day conversation about festivals, arts, and the role of arts festivals.

NextStop Theatre Company has announced its 2025/26 season—the first fully programmed by Producing Artistic Director, Heather Lanza, who joined the company in the fall of 2024.

London’s award-winning creative company, Sisters Grimm, have announcd the South African premiere of the Grammy-nominated, smash hit musical INALA.

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. The lineup includes Tom Kitt featuring Ariana DeBose, plus more! 

Carnegie Hall will present the release of NYO Jazz's first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg. Learn more about the upcoming album here!

Dundee audiences can look forward to seeing Brian Cox make a return to the city in an epic new production at the Dundee Rep Theatre, with tickets now on-sale for the show's limited summer run. 

This April, Edinburgh will welcome the Arts Festivals Summit 2025, the premier annual gathering of Europe's most visionary festival makers.

Anthology Theatre has announced the full cast for the London premiere of Tim Firth's Award-winning musical This Is My Family. Learn more about the upcoming production here.

A Play, A Pie and A Pint to present the world premiere of The Brown Doll. Written by Cilla Silvia (Opening Night, Pretty Woman) and directed by Niloo Far-Khan. Performed by Sharan Atwal, Farah Ahmed, Rachel Ogilvy and Mehren Yar.

Crow’s Theatre has revealed its 42nd season of programming and revealed an innovative three-year partnership with Soulpepper Theatre that imagines a collaborative and robust vision for the future of theatre in Toronto. Learn more!