John Philip News

Cue the Fireworks for American Repertory Ballet's Americana!

American Repertory Ballet will present AMERICANA, a mixed-repertoire program honoring the country's 250th anniversary, featuring two George Balanchine works alongside world premieres by Michelle Quiner and Ethan Stiefel.

American Contemporary Ballet will present SPECTACULAR BALANCHINE! June 4-20 at Bank of America Plaza in Los Angeles, featuring works including Stars and Stripes and Who Cares?, performed with live music.

American Repertory Ballet's 2025/26 season finale at NBPAC will feature Americana - a vibrant mixed-repertoire performance that celebrates the spirit of our country in honor of its 250th anniversary.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's America 250 with the PBT Orchestra will open at the Benedum Center. This mixed repertory production will run for four performances.

As an ode to America's 250th anniversary, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will perform four stunning classical and contemporary works in America 250 with the PBT Orchestra.

​This October, Philadelphia Ballet will ignite its 2025/26 season with two back-to-back double bills: Carmen and Bolero, and Evening of Horror. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The genius of Stephen Sondheim will take center stage in Port Washington this summer when Port Washington Play Troupe presents Sondheim’s Greatest Hits as part of Broadway on Manhasset Bay Under the Stars.

What did our critic think of PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony? The Grand Rapids Symphony is reviving its most iconic and popular summer tradition. The Family Fare Picnic Pops has moved to Secchia Meadows at Millennium Park, and a unique concerts for every music lover!  Picnic Pops debuted at Cannonsburg Ski Area in 1995 and quickly became a family-friendly West Michigan summer favorite. The series was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and since then, the Symphony has been working to bring Picnic Pops back to the community.

Showman John Philip will make his Iridium debut with an all-new show kicking off “Pride Week”. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney has announced the company’s 2025-2026 season, which opens with Swan Lake, continues with Stars and Stripes, a collection of three short dance works celebrating our country’s 250th anniversary, and concludes with Septime Webre’s The Great Gatsby. 

MAC nominated vocalist John Philip will return to Don't Tell Mama (343 West 46th Street) for a three-night engagement of 'Oceans of Love and Life - A Fall Reprise.'

The Los Angeles Philharmonic and Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel returned to the Walt Disney Concert Hall stage for the LA Phil Gala Concert: Dudamel & Lang Lang on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

This time, the reader question was: I know sometimes writers perform in their own shows… but how often do writers play in the orchestra for their own musicals on Broadway?

The New Jersey Symphony will perform at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Norm Lewis's special Tony show, lots of jazz, and musical comedy.

Utah Symphony's Summer Community Concert series features four outdoor performances led by Assistant Conductor Matthew Straw, showcasing classical and pop music in scenic local settings.

Join the Mercer County Symphonic Band for their annual Spring Concert at MCCC's Kelsey Theatre. Learn more about the performance and see how to attend!

The New Jersey Symphony will present two epic films in concert with the score played live by the orchestra this summer, as well as concerts in the parks, a concert featuring emerging composers and a free preview concert of the upcoming 2024–25 season.

Experience the thrilling performance of Alex Romania's FACE EATERS at The Chocolate Factory Theater. Dive into this unique theatrical experience that pushes boundaries and challenges conventions.