In Focus News

Experience A SHATTERING, a short film by Jan Jalenak, at the Beverly Hills Film Festival. Fresh from New York's Queen's World Film Festival, this exploration of marriage and relationships is a must-see.

On May 17th BAM will present IRONWEED: An Evening of Art & Humanity, based on William Kennedy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Provincetown with SiriusXM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host, this Memorial Day Weekend. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Kamasi Washington has released a new song, “Dream State” featuring André 3000, alongside an official visual.

Justice Smith and David Alan Grier invite you to explore the secret magical society in Focus Features’ compelling and hilarious satire, THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MAGICAL NEGROES available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent tomorrow, April 2, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

Second Stage Theater's Mother Play will begin previews on Broadway tonight, April 3. Meet the cast of Mother Play here!

Capital Stage’s season of “True Identity” continues with Tanya Saracho’s social commentary, Fade. The semi-autobiographical piece explores the inner turmoil that comes with feeling adrift in one’s culture and the struggle to reconcile that with class disparities and unrelenting ambition. Like last month’s American Fast, Fade focuses on the experiences of a woman of color in a competitive field.    

Kamasi Washington will release his new album Fearless Movement. A new song, “Prologue,” debuts alongside a video directed by longtime collaborator AG Rojas and choreographed by Samantha Blake Goodman. Additionally, Washington unveils plans for an extensive North American tour kicking off May 4 at New York's Beacon Theatre.

Experience the vibrant culture and rhythms of Brazil with Aché Brasil at The Dance Centre's Discover Dance! series.

Out of the feeling of having landed in a world they don't really want to be in, the Munich trio instigates a peaceful musical uprising with ‘WHALES' that has it all. Under dark synthesizers, rock riffs and driving drums, they position themselves with a clear no to the right and a loud yes to resistance. The essence: “Never again” is now.

The Guthrie Theater will offer a filmed performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet and accompanying curriculum guide at no cost to Minnesota schools during the 2024–2025 school year.

Full casting and further creatives have been revealed for a new UK and US tour of Zinnie Harris's acclaimed play Macbeth (an undoing). Find out who is leading the cast here!

Colman Domingo will join Gotham's Board of Directors. As the newest member, the star of “Rustin” and “The Color Purple” will work with The Gotham on their mission to celebrate and nurture independent film and media creators by providing career-building resources, access to industry influencers, and pathways to wider recognition.

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center presents the 2024 Dance Symposium, a day-long exploration of Martha Graham and her legacy as her company celebrates its centennial anniversary.

State Theatre New Jersey presents Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award-winning artist, Audra McDonald in Concert on Sunday, January 21 at 7:30pm. McDonald is joined by music director and pianist, Andy Einhorn. Find out how to get tickets here!

Jack Thorne gives his audience a backstage pass in his new play, which has now transferred to the West End after a stellar run at the National Theatre. Helmed by Sam Mendes and starring all the original cast: Johnny Flynn as Burton, Mark Gatiss as Gielgud, and Tuppence Middleton as Elizabeth Taylor. Their roaring, gripping success continues.

The Association of Performing Arts Professionals has announced early details about APAP|NYC 2024. The 67th annual conference APAP|NYC 2024 will take place in New York from January 12-16, 2024.

What did our critic think of THE SEAFARER at Round House Theatre? Five fine actors give excellent performances in Ryan Rilette's solid production of The Seafarer through December 31.

Tempesta di Mare Chamber Players present music for 'unmatched' instruments by Vivaldi, Telemann, Janitsch, and Zelenka.

The 2023 Linbury Prize for Stage Design Exhibition is now open at the National Theatre, showcasing the next generation of exciting theatre designers from across the UK.