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Few honors in entertainment are as coveted—or as rare—as achieving EGOT status. This elite distinction marks a career filled with versatility, longevity, and extraordinary talent across multiple mediums. What does it all mean? We're taking a closer look at the artists who have managed to join one of the industry’s most exclusive clubs.

The 41st Helen Hayes Awards took place on May 19, 2025, at The Anthem, honoring excellence in Washington D.C. theatre. Signature Theatre led with six wins. Awards were presented in 41 categories from 165 eligible 2024 productions.

When mezzo Aigul Akhmetshina stepped on stage in the Met’s new production of CARMEN, back on New Year’s Eve of 2023, it was hard to imagine her in any other role because of the way she completely inhabited it. Would we ever be able to watch her in anything else, despite credits from other houses that ran from Elisabetta in MARIA STUARDA to Charlotte in WERTHER and, yes, Rosina in IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA? Now that she made her house role debut as Rosina at the Met, this past Friday, any concerns seem moot. She was terrific.

Japan’s music sensation Number_i has released their new EP, GOD_i. The new collection of infectious tracks features the focus single “Frisco” alongside previous releases, Billboard Japan #1 “GOD_i” and “HIRAKEGOMA.” Check it out here!

Award-winning Flabbergast Theatre will return to Wilton’s Music Hall with a dreamlike, raw and unconventional take on Shakespeare’s iconic tale of star-crossed lovers.

The finale of Casa Mañana's 2024-25 Broadway Season puts a Texas twist on a Broadway classic. Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS is one of the most distinctive and longest-running Broadway musicals of all time.

The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) announced the winners in all 13 categories of the 2025 CAPA Marquee Awards presented by American Electric Power Foundation at its annual showcase, held May 9 at the Ohio Theatre.

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will finish its run at The Other Palace in June and then embark on a UK tour later this year. Learn more here!

Tennessee Playwrights Studio has announced the TPS 2025 Virtual Reading Festival. Tickets are free, and the festival is open to the public. Learn more here!

The historic Sierra Madre Playhouse will present the world premiere of Flashes of Light, a new musical by Billy Larkin and Ron Boustead about visionary inventor Nikola Tesla and his muse, Electra, the powerful goddess of storm clouds.

Pittsburgh CLO, in association with 42nd Parallel Productions, has announced the cast of the highly anticipated world premiere of MADAME CLICQUOT: A Revolutionary Musical, an empowering new production based on the extraordinary true story of the woman who revolutionized the champagne industry.

Pittsburgh CLO has unveiled the Creative Teams for the highly anticipated 2025 PNC Summer of Musicals. This esteemed group of creative visionaries will bring the magic of Broadway to life throughout the summer season.

The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension, a 24-city arena tour, will debut in North America this fall following a tremendously successful European run of the internationally acclaimed production in 2024.

TV legend Ricky Tomlinson heads a talented cast of performers in the smash-hit production which is due to travel across England, Scotland and Wales, playing at 30 venues over two months.

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will close its 54th season with the World Premiere musical 5 & Dime. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Iris is somewhat of a entertainment marvel. For a performer who makes his living with his voice, the Pittsburgh native doesn’t use any sort of vocal gymnastics or care regimes to keep his vocal cords robust. A cigar aficionado, you can find Iris hosting monthly gatherings at bars in Pittsburgh.

The musical 9 to 5 with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is coming to ATI in April. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets!

National Black Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Originally written by one of the foremothers of the Black Arts Movement, the late Aishah Rahman, in 2002, this work is directed by NBT's SOUL Directing Resident Abigail jean-baptiste.

National Black Theatre (NBT) in association with The Flea Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Performances run May 27 - June 22 at The Flea Theater.

Queensland Performing Arts Centre will present the Australian mainstage debut of the multi-award-winning play Scenes From a Yellow Peril in QPAC's Cremorne Theatre.

More than 11,000 New York City-area students have participated in this program in their classroom over the last school year and will travel to Carnegie Hall for one of six concerts in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage from Tuesday, May 20–Thursday, May 22.

The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) announced the nominees in all 13 categories of the 2025 CAPA Marquee Awards. Check out the full list here!

The musical 9 to 5 with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is coming to ATI in April. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced complete casting for the epic closing of the 2024 – 2025 Season, Jesus Christ Superstar, which begins previews on May 14, 2025. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics by Tim Rice and directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes. Jesus Christ Superstar runs May 14 – June 15. 

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week