Dancer-choreographer Melissa Ajayi's interest in creating her own dance works came at a young age in her hometown dance studio in New Philadelphia, Ohio. It only grew stronger over the years as a dance major at Kent State University and as a freelance dance artist living in New York City and Lexington, Kentucky. So, forming her own eponymous project-based dance company in 2021 was a natural next step in her evolution as a dancemaker.
The Springer Opera House, the State Theatre of Georgia, will present I FEEL GOOD: AN HOMAGE TO JAMES BROWN in Emily Woodruff Hall, celebrating the life and music of the Godfather of Soul over Juneteenth and Father's Day weekend.
Plymouth's Spire Center announced three upcoming shows, including Tennessee country-pop duo The Young Fables, Boston's seven-piece Fat City Band, and guitarist Quinn Sullivan, with tickets going on sale at spirecenter.org.
Black Ensemble Theater will present the revival of Men of Soul, a musical revue written and directed by Artistic Director Daryl D. Brooks, at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center in Chicago.
Austin-based singer/songwriter Lurleen Ladd will make her New York City debut at Flute Bar & Lounge in Manhattan, premiering live songs from her forthcoming album RECLAMATION, a reimagining of iconic '80s hits.
We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret, comedy and Broadway with shows in NYC. Tickets to these shows are likely to sell out, so get yours soon!
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including jazz, a solo concert by Broadway star Lillias White (Hadestown), Lyrics and Lyricists celebrating the music of Alan and Marilyn Bergman, and more.
The Atlanta Opera and Georgia Tech Arts will present the world premiere of WATER MEMORY (Jala Smriti), a one-act chamber opera exploring dementia, family, and AI's role in preserving human dignity, created entirely without AI assistance.
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The legendary The Oak Ridge Boys will bring their celebrated harmonies and decades of hits to the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the performance here!
Broadway’s original cast album of “Chicago” is among the selections joining the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2026. Learn more about the full list here!
The Oak Ridge Boys will perform at Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls, with tickets available through the venue's website. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
New Village Arts (NVA) has announced it's production of Hairspray which will be in performances later this summer. As the largest production in NVA’s history, this staging is noted to raise the bar for what’s possible on the Ray Charles.
Five-time Grammy Award winner Janet Jackson will make a special appearance at the Recording Academy and Grammy Museum’s 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala to celebrate the induction of her album Rhythm Nation 1814 into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Tony Award-nominated performer Josh Groban and Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Teddy Swims will perform at the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala in a special tribute honoring Warner Records.
The greatest is groovin' again, and 54 Below has her for the next couple of weeks, all in honor of her DOB.
The Spire Center for the Performing Arts has announced new shows featuring Monica Rizzio, Lisa Bastoni, and The Edwards Twins. The performances will take place in Plymouth as part of the venue’s concert programming.
The Lincoln Theatre will present the return of its Wine Down Wednesdays series, featuring live jazz performances on its rooftop patio. The lineup will include Bobby Floyd, Don Carlos and the Illatmospherics, and more Columbus-based artists.
George Clinton, HEART, Lucinda Williams, and Take 6 will perform at the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala on May 8 at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, joining previously announced Norah Jones.
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