Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
Jesus Christ Superstar began as a concept album in 1970 before making its stage debut in 1971. The original 1970 concept album was the brainchild of composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Tim Rice.
The new musical Imitation of Life has revealed new production dates and a new creative team member for its world premiere engagement at The Griffin Theater at The Shed.
EGOT-winner John Legend will perform at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts' 2026 Summer Gala, honoring dancer and advocate Misty Copeland and SNF Co-President Andreas C. Dracopoulos at David Geffen Hall.
Berklee College of Music honored a trio of Grammy winners at its 2026 commencement ceremony at Agganis Arena. Those presented with honorary doctorates were Jacob Collier, Jill Scott, and Vinnie Colaiuta.
When I saw Portland Playhouse's 2025–2026 season announced, the show I was most irrationally excited about was THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL. I’m far from an expert on the SpongeBob SquarePants universe, but I've watched enough episodes to have completely fallen for the little yellow sponge in square pants and a tie whose greatest ambition in life is to be the best fry cook at the Krusty Krab.
The Los Angeles Jazz Festival has revealed the first set of artists scheduled to appear as part of the inaugural festival’s Jazz on the Beach closing weekend, including John Legend, and Janelle Monáe, among others.
The King Center for the Performing Arts has appointed a new General Manager as the Florida venue marks its 38th anniversary, with a Community Open House planned for the public to meet the incoming leader.
Performance dates and ticket information has been announced for IMITATION OF LIFE, a new musical with a book by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, music and lyrics by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award winner John Legend.
The 49th Vice President of the United States, Kamala D. Harris will receive Public Counsel's William O. Douglas Award, and performer Rita Moreno will receive the Trailblazer in the Arts Award at Public Counsel's annual event.
FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL, featuring actor-musicians GraceAnn Kontak, Sam Vana, and others, will transfer Off-Broadway to Chelsea Table + Stage following its acclaimed downtown run.
The Music Hall has revealed the winners of its 2026 Emerging Artist Grant Program. This year’s Grand Prize Winners – Abrielle Scharff and Natalia Bonfini – will open for Grammy-winning artist John Legend at the Hall.
RiverEdge Park in Aurora has added concerts by Third Eye Blind and Six One Five Collective to its 2026 summer season. The performances will take place in July and August as part of an expanded lineup following venue renovations.
GQ (Gentlemen's Quartet) will perform genre-blending arrangements at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel, IN. The four musicians have collectively performed over 10,000 shows alongside artists like Audra McDonald and Paul McCartney.
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season, Olivia Katz, and many more!
Overture Center in Madison, Wis. announced its 2026/27 season, featuring eight Broadway productions including Wisconsin premieres of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and DEATH BECOMES HER, plus over 30 Overture Presents performances.
Overture Center has revealed its 2026/27 season. The lineup includes eight Broadway shows and more than 30 Overture Presents performances, including The National Tours of The Outsiders, Maybe Happy Ending, and more.
Portland Playhouse will present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, with opening night set for May 2nd. The production features a cast of Portland musical theatre performers in a show suited for both children and adults.
Riverdale Children's Theatre announced its spring lineup in the Bronx, with THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL running April 17-26 and GUYS AND DOLLS May 8-10, the latter directed by Jennifer Lopez film choreographer Brandon Bieber.
As Dionne Warwick took the stage at Groton Hill Music Center in Groton recently, before she had sung a single word, she was met by a rousing standing ovation. It was clear from the get-go that the capacity audience knew they were in the presence of a legend.
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