The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts News

SHEAR MADNESS Resumes Performances At The Kennedy Center

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 4, 2023

Shear Madness, the Guinness World Record holder for longest-running play in America, is back at the Kennedy Center.

National Sawdust And The Center For Ballet And The Arts Announce 2023-2024 Toulmin Fellows

by A.A. Cristi — October 2, 2023

The Center for Ballet and the Arts at New York University (CBA) and National Sawdust, with continued support from the Virginia B.

National Symphony Orchestra With Music Director Gianandrea Noseda To Release Beethoven Symphonies Nos. 6 & 8

by A.A. Cristi — October 2, 2023

The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) and Music Director Gianandrea Noseda will release Beethoven Symphonies Nos.

Video: First Look at THE DAY YOU BEGIN at Stages Theatre

by Stephi Wild — September 29, 2023

Stages Theatre Company will open the first production of their 40th season with The Day You Begin.

Martha Graham Dance Company to Host Open Rehearsal for ERRAND INTO THE MAZE and CAVE Next Month

by Blair Ingenthron — September 25, 2023

The Martha Graham Dance Company will present an open rehearsal of 'Errand into the Maze' and 'CAVE' on October 9, 2023.

The New York Pops Extends Music Director Steven Reineke's Contract Through 2027-28 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 21, 2023

Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke’s contract with The New York Pops has been extended through the 2027-2028 season.

Chicago to Return to the Venetian Resort Las Vegas in February

by Michael Major — September 21, 2023

CHICAGO GREATEST CHRISTMAS HITS will be released November 3 on CD, red and green vinyl and digitally.

The Met to Perform Verdi's REQUIEM This Moth Led by Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 20, 2023

The Met’s Jeanette Lerman-Neubauer Music Director, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, will conduct Verdi’s Requiem for three performances only, on September 27, 29, and 30.

Orion Weiss Unveils 2023/2024 Season Featuring Performances with MTT, Recitals with Augustin Hadelich & More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 20, 2023

Pianist Orion Weiss reveals his exciting 2023/2024 season, including performances with the NSO and CSO conducted by Michael Tilson Thomas, recitals with violinist Augustin Hadelich, and chamber music with the Ariel Quartet.

Hailey Kilgore, Derek Klena, Javier Muñoz & Ali Stroker to Join The New York Pops Season Opening Concert at Carnegie Hall

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 13, 2023

The New York Pops—led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke— will open its 2023-24 season with a brand-new concert program, featuring Hailey Kilgore, Derek Klena, Javier Muñoz & Ali Stroker.

Interview: Chatting with Phil Chan, Stage Director of Boston Lyric Opera's new Asian American take on MADAMA BUTTERFLY

by R. Scott Reedy — September 10, 2023

During a recent rehearsal, Chan spoke to BroadwayWorld by telephone about “Madama Butterfly,” the current Broadway musical “Here Lies Love,” and more.

THE DAY YOU BEGIN Kicks On Stages Theatre's 40th Season

by A.A. Cristi — September 8, 2023

Stages Theatre Company has announced the cast for their first production in their 40th season.

Theater Alliance Reveals Lineup For 21st Season

by Stephi Wild — September 8, 2023

The upcoming 2023-2024 Season from Theater Alliance will explore movements — both how we move through space and how we change the world.

Fortas Chamber Music Concerts Announces 2023–2024 Season Opening Performances

by A.A. Cristi — September 6, 2023

Fortas Chamber Music Concerts, led by Artistic Director Jennifer Koh at the John F.

Carbonell Awards Names New Coordinator & Adds Five New Judges For 2023-24 Season

by A.A. Cristi — September 5, 2023

Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced that Elizabeth Dashiell has joined the nonprofit organization as Carbonell Coordinator for the 2023-2024 season.