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What did our critic think of HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at Tectonic Theater Project @ Shakespeare Theatre's Harman Hall?

What did our critic think of CHINGLISH at SF Playhouse? SF Playhouse is all in with their take on Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist David Henry Hwang's Chinglish: stylish set and lighting, excellent direction, and a strong ensemble cast. While there's plenty of comic moments in Hwang's sardonic commentary on language barriers and the effects of those miscommunications, there's also thoughtful observations on fidelity, corporate and judicial corruption, and even nationalism.

Storyhouse's hugely popular Kaleidoscope Festival returns to Chester this summer for its fourth edition.

The Den Theatre has announced comedian Frankie Quiñones (TBS, Comedy Central, HBO) will take to the stage along with live performances by his characters “Creeper” (CholoFit) and “Juanita Carmelita” (The Funny Drop), featuring three stand-up performances.

Prescott Park Arts Festival, an independent non-profit arts organization, returns to its picturesque waterfront home in downtown Portsmouth for a summer of dynamic performing arts.

DEM Productions has announced the full cast for the musical adaptation of PIGS MIGHT FLY from Michael Morpurgo's Mudpuddle Farm with book, music & lyrics by Caroline Wigmore and Jen Green.

The Coppell Arts Center has announced its 2023-2024 presentation season, featuring nine thrilling productions. Learn more about the lineup here!

Written for a streamed production in 2021, Keli Goff’s CROWNS, KINKS AND CURLS needed some alterations for a live staged presentation, and Three Bone Theatre has solved most of those tailoring problems admirably. When Goff comes to Charlotte for a talkback, she'll see the rousing ambiance she has created - and perhaps consider trims and updates.

“China Town” is the lead single for their upcoming EP Vermont, which will feature two other singles - “Peyote” and “Pixie Cuts and Angel Dust” - that will be released over the coming months. Sonically, “China Town” is as unique as the underlying story that defines it.

In the new video, fans are ushered into Tate’s miniature world. The emerging artist, flanked by backup dancers, serves sexy moves on top of a matchbox car. The whole production naturally devolves into one hell of a party, with Tate and Saweetie turnt up—and why not? With their talent and success, the pair have plenty to celebrate. 

Working with engineer Logan Matheny (Colony House, Hiss Golden Messenger) and mixer Shani Gandhi (Sarah Jarosz, Sierra Hull), the band approached the recording sessions for Welcome as live as possible, embracing the organic feel of their concerts with the help of double bassist Erik Coveney (Sierra Hull, Dave Barnes).

The 17th Daegu International Musical Festival (DIMF) hosted by Daegu Metropolitan City and organized by Daegu International Musical Festival will be held throughout Daegu from May 19 (Fri) to June 5 (Mon).

In between wiping tears from my eyes, what I witnessed was, by far, one of the most emotionally-impactful dramas I have seen this year, filled with heart-wrenching scenes, nuanced acting choices, and plenty of funny, incredibly relatable moments that pierced through the tension. A unique yet familiar immigrant story, COLEMAN '72 is unforgettable.

COME FROM AWAY is the heart warming true story of people opening their homes, lives and hearts to complete strangers as happened when many planes with thousands of passengers were diverted on September 11, 2001. Following a blockbuster East coast run (with a few diversions) it has finally landed in Perth to provide some feel-good and fun.

After making waves and winning Best Venue in its first edition last year, House of Oz is back and better than ever for Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023. Today, the venue is delighted to reveal full details of the 8 shows that will be making House of Oz their home for this year's festival; a spectacular group of artists and storytellers who reflect the true breadth and diversity of artistic talent that Australia has to offer.

If South Africans know how to do one thing, it is to laugh – especially at ourselves. Award-winning playwright, Mike van Graan, has harnessed this famous South African humour and penned and directed a satirical revue that will be performed throughout 2023/24 in the build-up to the 2024 national elections.

Den Norske Opera presents Sleeping Beauty, a new classic full-length ballet by Christian Spuck. Dancing on toes to Tchaikovsky in a fanciful version of the fairytale.

The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, has announced the schedule for its 54th series of classic films and cult favorites. The 2023 series will run June 15-July 16 at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.) and feature 19 films over five weeks.

Launching now (May 8), Apple Music kicks off “Origins,” with 9 episodes released throughout the month of May dedicated to unearthing the storylines that define hip-hop’s most prominent regions (East Coast, West Coast, Midwest, and South).

Author and playwright Brandie June and award-winning musical theater writer Rebecca McGlynn will present the debut of their show TRULY OUTRAGEOUS — an unofficial parody musical based on the popular 80’s cartoon show Jem And The Holograms.