Philip Glass News

National Symphony Orchestra executive director Jean Davidson will step down from the Kennedy Center after less than three years, citing ongoing turmoil at the arts institution.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra will perform Philip Glass' new Symphony No. 15, Lincoln on Sunday, July 5 at 2:30 p.m. at Tanglewood, capping off the summer music festival's monumental four-day celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

Robert De Niro and Elvis Costello have joined the lineup for the 39th Annual Benefit Concert, taking place this Tuesday, March 3, at Carnegie Hall. De Niro will read excerpts from Abraham Lincoln’s Lyceum Address, the basis in part for Symphony No. 15 “Lincoln,” by composer Philip Glass.

Maya Hawke has set the release of fourth album, Maitreya Corso, which will be released on Mom + Pop on May 1st. The news comes with the first track taken from the album, “Devil You Know.” Listen to it now.

I talk with John Holiday about his upcoming LA Opera star performance in Akhnaten, his creative process, and his widely anticipated upcoming album Over My Head, releasing this July.

The San Francisco Ballet pulled out of planned performances at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington D.C., marking another major cancellation following President Donald Trump's takeover of the institution's board and operations.

The North/South Chamber Orchestra will present a free concert highlighting female composers from the Americas on March 5 at the DiMenna Center, NYC.

Countertenor John Holiday stars as Akhnaten in LA Opera’s spectacular revival of the acclaimed Philip Glass opera, February 28 through March 22 - and I can’t wait to see it.

L'Ermitage Foundation Concert Series in association with the Consulate General of Azerbaijan in Los Angeles and Camarada, the renowned Chamber Music Collective will present SONIC REALMS.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

ASCAP has announced an upcoming event, inviting participation and coverage. Details remain limited, but the anticipation builds for what is expected to be a significant occasion.

Mabou Mines, a pioneering American avant-garde theater company, will present a film series showcasing their rare cinematic projects. The films include Archive (2001) and more.

The Los Angeles Master Chorale will mark Grant Gershon's 25th anniversary as artistic director with a special 2026/27 season featuring collaborations with global artists and a lineup of classical masterworks.

The Aspen Music Festival & School has announced its 2026 season, running from July 1 to August 23, under the theme 'For All'. The eight-week festival in Aspen will feature a diverse lineup of performances and educational events.

Italian pianist and composer Olivia Belli has released her first piano concerto, DAIMON, on Sony Classical. Inspired by Homer’s Odyssey, the album explores themes of journey, identity and return, drawing on both Greek mythology and Belli’s personal story.

The Dublin Guitar Quartet will perform at the 92nd Street Y on February 22, 2026, showcasing a repertoire of contemporary classical music, including works by Philip Glass and Igor Stravinsky.

The Town Hall will present the Ravi Shankar Ensemble, curated by Sukanya and Anoushka Shankar, featuring a blend of live music and archival visuals. This debut tour honors the sitar maestro's legacy.

The West End premiere has been announced for Tao of Glass, composed by Philip Glass, written by Phelim McDermott. The production originally opened at Manchester International Festival and will run at @sohoplace theatre.

De Nationale Opera will present the Opera Forward Festival from March 6-15, 2026, marking its 10th anniversary with a series of innovative performances.

English National Opera has released new production photos of COSÌ FAN TUTTE at the London Coliseum in a co-production with the Metropolitan Opera. The production is directed by Phelim McDermott and conducted by Dinis Sousa.