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The eighth edition of the biennial IF: Milton Keynes International Festival returns this July with an international programme of large-scale outdoor spectaculars, installations, performance, theatre, poetry, dance, circus, live music, family-friendly shows, comedy, and cabaret.

New York City continues to serve as a magnet for global talent, and few artists exemplify this more powerfully than Solenn, a dynamic professional dancer and choreographer whose career has already marked her as a distinguished solo artist on both sides of the Atlantic. Originally from the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, Solenn is quickly becoming a recognized force in the New York dance community, with a growing list of leading performances, choreographic works, and artistic accomplishments that speak to her exceptional talent and deep creative voice.

Ballets with a Twist, the New York-based company known for its inventive fusion of dance and pop culture, is set to make its Louisiana debut with COCKTAIL HOUR: THE SHOW on May 1 at the Rosa Hart Theatre. As part of the 2025 Banners at McNeese State University’s cultural season, this production promises a night of glamour, humor and immersive storytelling like no other.

Chicago’s Filament Theatre has announced their Spring season, featuring the Midwest Premiere of the interactive HEART STRINGS running March 22 - April 19, 2025; and the World Premiere of HANNAH AND HALMONI SAVE THE WORLD.

Sir David Bintley’s 2010 production of Cinderella has been long overdue an outing, and based on Wednesday’s opening night at Birmingham Hippodrome it is worth the wait. Thanks to Birmingham Royal Ballet’s fundraising efforts, the work now returns refreshed with restored costumes and a dazzling cast, and the result is a magical and sumptuous evening of dance with just the right dash of humour. 

Boston Court Pasadena opens the world premiere production of Frou-Frou: A Menagerie of Sorts, written by John Anthony Loffredo and directed by Zi Alikhan on Saturday, March 1.

The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will bring the theatre’s bold 2025 season to life. Learn more about the upcoming season!

Após o sucesso em 2023, os Chicos Mambo regressam ao palco do Teatro Tivoli BBVA para mais uma vez surpreender e encantar o público com a sua irreverência na dança e humor disruptivo.

BroadwayWorld spoke with Gypsy on Broadway's Jade Smith and Marley Lianne Gomes about making their Broadway debuts! Learn more about the young actors in this interview!

In a season where theatres are filled with the usual hoary horde - here a Christmas Carol, there a Nutcracker or Messiah - the Royal Opera House deserves praise and maybe even a standing ovation for bringing back its Yuletide hit from 2022. Ben Duke’s Ruination (a co-production between the Royal Ballet and his Lost Dog company) is perfect for this time of year, being a work about reflecting on the recent past and built around the notions of love, family and children. Then again, those expecting something cheery may also want to consider that the source material is Euripides’s Medea, a Greek tragedy that makes Titus Andronicus look like an episode of Bluey.

This year’s festive crowd pleaser from the Royal Ballet does not feature a growing Christmas tree nor a Kingdom of Sweets. Instead, an alternative is offered in the form of Frederick Ashton’s 1948 Cinderella, revived eighteen months ago after a lengthy absence and seen again now for the festive season.

State Theatre New Jersey will present The Nutcracker with American Repertory Ballet for five performances on Friday, December 20 at 7:30pm; Saturday, December 21 at 2pm and 7pm; and Sunday, December 22 at 1pm and 5pm.  

A holiday tradition for sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER is one of the longest running productions in the nation and a treat for all ages, holding a special place in the hearts of both new and longtime patrons.

The weekend of Les Misérables. For those truly passionate about musicals, the Rockhal has just hosted one of the artistic highlights of the season: the World Tour of what is arguably one of the most famous shows of all time.

A brilliant comedy hit that fuses music, physical theatre, and that type of really-clever-yet-really-dumb humour that works for most audiences, it’s a show that keeps the audience laughing at every turn.

About Face Theatre has announced plans for a 30th anniversary party and fundraiser on November 7 at Venue West in West Town.

Splash and Leap! is an expressionistic, contemporary/ballet dance piece incorporating art influenced by internationally renowned Australian artist, Ashvin Harrison.

Marketing and brand partnerships are in full swing as the Wicked movie approaches its debut in theaters next month. Walmart is the latest brand to offer exclusive products and merchandise in time for the highly anticipated release of the film. Take a look at photos of the collection now!

Almost thirty years since they last performed, London City Ballet are making a return to their former home at Sadler's Wells this week. Artistic director Christopher Marney has assembled a small company of talented dancers and in this Resurgence programme, a mixture of classic pieces half-forgotten from the reportoire and new commissions.

When Archbishop Desmond Tutu tells you to tell the world your story, you aren’t going to say no, are you? Alison Larkin: Grief . . . A Comedy is Larkin’s response to the archbishop’s suggestion, with her telling audiences about falling in love in her 50s and dealing with the grief of loss in her own way

Alison Larkin, celebrated for her multifaceted career spanning writing, comedy, acting, and narration, will bring her poignant and uproarious show, ‘Grief …A Comedy’ to Soho Theatre, prior to a UK tour.

American Ballet Theatre has revealed its 2024 Fall Season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 16 to November 3, featuring a diverse repertoire of classic and contemporary works. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Alison Larkin, celebrated for her multifaceted career spanning writing, comedy, acting, and narration, is set to embark on a UK tour with her poignant and uproarious show, Grief …A Comedy.

Chicos Mambo’s award-winning show TUTU is coming to the Peacock Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

KĀMAU, KĀMAU A'E, and UA PAU run Thurs-Sat, with the full trilogy on Sunday, through June 30 at Kumu Kahua Theatre.