Elle News

It's the first Monday in May and the stars are stepping out once more for this year's Met Gala to benefit the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Hit the iconic steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with all your faves in our social roundup!

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts hosted more than 125 outstanding theater students from colleges and universities across the nation as part of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF).

Breakthrough guitarist, songwriter and bandleader Grace Bowers will host her 2nd annual “An Evening Supporting Love, Life & Music” benefit concert June 10 at Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl, which will feature performances from Bowers, The Cadillac Three, Devon Gilfillian, Caroline Jones, Meg McRee, Jared James Nichols, John Osborne, Lucie Silvas, Brittney Spencer and Butch Walker as well as additional special guests. 

Country singer Chris Janson is coming to Indian Ranch in Webster, MA on Sunday, September 29, 2024.

Looking for a great show to kick off your summer? Check out LEGALLY BLONDE at City Springs Theatre Company. This show is bright and fun and everything you love about musical theatre.

Breakout Nashville vocalist and songwriter Carter Faith has unveiled a new song, “Strong Stuff,” which she co-wrote with Tofer Brown (Elle King, Walker Hayes, Lady A), Lauren Hungate (Lily Rose, Cam, Lori McKenna) and Jessi Jo Dillon (Keith Urban, LeAnn Rimes, Dan + Shay). “Strong Stuff is basically my going out to the bar and looking to find someone to flirt with theme song.,” says Faith. “I’m someone who can be a lot to handle and I’m only into men who like it that way.” Listen to the song now!

Alfie Boe is set to join Lucie Jones for a live performance at Cadogan Hall. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

3x GRAMMY and 7x BRIT Award-winning global pop powerhouse Dua Lipa has released her highly anticipated third album, Radical Optimism. The album features 11 songs including the thumping, rave-up “Illusion,” “Training Season,” and euphoric club-ready “Houdini.” The album was inspired by Dua’s own self-discovery and speaks to the pure joy and happiness of having clarity in situations that once seemed impossible to face. Listen to the album now!

Festival Opera has announced details of the company’s 2024 season highlighted by an innovative double bill of two one-act operas that are centered on the theme of love and loss. Learn more about the season here!

OPERA America has announced $195,000 in awards for NYC Opera Grants, providing crucial support for small-budget companies. This initiative aims to bolster the city's vibrant opera scene.

Join Dua Lipa's Service95 Book Club as they delve into their May monthly read, 'Swimming In The Dark' by Tomask Jedrowski. Get details on this intriguing selection and be part of the literary conversation.

The Turbine Theatre has announced three upcoming performances, including Closer to Heaven, led by Frances Ruffelle. Learn more about the shows here!

Get ready for a fabulous May at Joanne Trattoria with the Germanotta family's event, DRAG ME TO JOANNE'S. Don't miss the special guests lined up for the month's performances.

Trailblazing drag popstar Lagoona Bloo has released her debut album Underwater Bubble Pop. A glistening, pure-pop celebration of individuality that swims in an ocean of self-love and self-discovery, Underwater Bubble Pop features Lagoona’s triumphant new sister singles “Underwater Bubble Pop” and Spanish version “Burbuja Pop” as she invites listeners to “save a seahorse, ride a mermaid.” Watch the music video for 'Burbuja Pop' here!

Emerging Nashville-based singer, songwriter and producer Jacob Kulick has premiered a new song “Running in a Cemetery” alongside a David Patino-directed video. Accompanied by a swift beat and tendrils of guitar, Jacob considers an eternal question on “Running in a Cemetery” before exchanging the hereafter for the here and now. Listen to the single here!

Most Unwanted Productions and DOG STUFF in association with The Tank will present 'The Gorilla Wore Fur,' written by Elle Meerovich and directed by Connor Scully. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Former cast member Elle Fanning recently stopped by Appropriate to visit with the cast! Fanning left the show last month, and the role of River was taken over by Ella Beatty. Check out photos of Elle Fanning backstage with the cast of Appropriate here!

Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University has revealed the lineup for the 2024-2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Legally Blonde is running at San Diego Musical Theatre from May 3 - June 2, 2024. Check out an all new behind the scenes video here!

NBCU Academy, an award-winning education initiative for aspiring journalists and media professionals, recognizes Vanguard Theater for its groundbreaking efforts in challenging traditional theater norms, by transforming the stage by promoting diversity and inclusion.