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The Al Hirschfeld Foundation will launch a new book, and a new exhibition of Al Hirschfeld artwork; Hirschfeld’s Sondheim. Learn more about the book here!
South African soprano Golda Schultz is always a treat to hear; with honeyed tones, rich storytelling and nimble versatility, the programme at Saturday's prom was an excellent vehicle to show off her considerable skills.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been taped at the Ed Sullivan Theatre located on Broadway between 53rd and 54th Streets since it began in 2015. Before the Broadway-loving Colbert took over The Late Show, the host was David Letterman, who ruled late night from 1993 onward via his perch at 1697 Broadway.
The Library of Congress has acquired rare handwritten music and lyric sketches from Harold Arlen and Yip Harburg’s The Wizard of Oz, including the only known draft of “Over the Rainbow.” The materials join the Harold Arlen Collection and will be displayed in Washington, D.C., from October 23, 2025 to January 7, 2026.
The Library of Congress has acquired rare music and lyric sketches from composer Harold Arlen and lyricist E.Y. “Yip” Harburg, best known for their collaboration on the score of “The Wizard of Oz” in 1939.
Robert Daws will bring to life the humour and heart of one of Britain’s greatest comic writers when he stars in William Humble’s play Wodehouse in Wonderland, which returns to London’s Tabard Theatre.
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Leah Crocetto, Rex Smith and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Emmy and Tony Award-winner Sean Hayes (Will & Grace) brings his acclaimed, Tony Award-winning performance to the Barbican this Summer in Good Night, Oscar – direct from a critically acclaimed Broadway season. What did the critics think?
Long forgotten talkshow guest has plenty to say about culture today
In many of America’s cities, theatre history exists in plain sight. Whether inside a museum or on a street corner, fascinating pieces of theatre lore exist, waiting to be discovered by an interested passerby. Here are ten inspiring displays of theatre history I saw up close and in person this summer, from New York City to Washington D.C. and beyond. You can visit them too—and many are free to see!
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!
The Gilmore has announced the return of its Gilmore Festival Fellowship, a ten-day career-advancement residency for classical and jazz pianists 18 years and older designed to bridge artistry and professional development. Applications are now open through December 1, 2025, to take part in the residency from May 1-10, 2026.
En junio pasado, la compañía International American Ballet presentó Tango Metamorphosis, una obra que fusiona tango tradicional con ballet contemporáneo y música en vivo. El evento tuvo lugar en el Consulado General de la República Argentina en Nueva York, con sala llena y gente que lamentablemente no pudo ingresar por falta de espacio.
Karl E. Held, a Tony Award-nominated Broadway producer whose wide-ranging career in the performing arts spanned more than four decades, died on June 23 in New York City.
Ensemble Theatre Company has added Hershey Felder as MONSIEUR CHOPIN for a strictly limited run of 14 performances. Learn more about the run and see how to purchase tickets.
New York Festival of Song (NYFOS), led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, has announced its 2025-26 season of performances, including four Mainstage Series programs at Merkin Hall, co-presented with Kaufman Music Center. The season also includes the NYFOS Next Festival at The Theater at 150 W 17 and NYFOS's annual residency at The Juilliard School.
This past June, the International American Ballet presented Tango Metamorphosis, a performance blending traditional tango with contemporary ballet and live music. The event, held at the Consulate General of the Argentine Republic in New York, drew a capacity audience, with several attendees turned away at the door due to limited space.
Palm Beach Symphony has revealed the 2025-2026 Masterworks Concert Series led by Music Director Gerard Schwarz. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
The 92nd Street Y, New York has revealed the new Lyrics & Lyricists season and a slate of American Songbook concerts. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway and concert stage performer Daniel Reichard will make his debut at the legendary Café Carlyle with The Way You Wear Your Pride, a luminous evening of music, storytelling, and celebration.
