A World Elsewhere 2026 West End — Photo Coverage Page 2

Photos: Emma Dayhuff to Release Sophomore Album MOUNTAINS

by Rachel Stone • Aug 14, 2026

Bassist and composer Emma Dayhuff will release her second album as a leader, drawing on her Montana upbringing and Chicago music roots, via Division 81 Records.

OKAY THAT'S A GREAT IDEA Album Out Now From Melaina Kol via JULIA'S WAR

by Rachel Stone • Aug 14, 2026

Melaina Kol, the alias of Nashville musician Logan Hornyak, released a new nine-track album built from looped cello, harp, and piano alongside spliced vocals from Lowertown's Olivia O.

AGES OF ICE Documentary Series to Premiere on PBS, Narrated by David Tennant

by Rachel Stone • Aug 11, 2026

PBS announced a three-part documentary series exploring Earth's polar regions, narrated by David Tennant and produced by Northern Pictures, with new episodes airing weekly.

MELT Festival to Bring Biggest-Ever Program to Brisbane This Fall

by Rachel Stone • Aug 10, 2026

Brisbane Powerhouse announced that MELT Festival will present more than 100 events across over 70 venues, including a world premiere from Circa and an expanded River Pride Parade.

A MAP OF THE KNOWN WORLD Dance Theater Piece to Premiere at Ailey Citigroup Theater

by A.A. Cristi • Aug 10, 2026

Christy Walsh's dance theater company Windriven will present a new multi-disciplinary work blending ballet and flamenco, exploring imperialism, religion, and time through a poet's journey.

Forest Releases Divine Machine Single Ahead of IVRI Tour Sept 28

by Rachel Stone • Aug 7, 2026

Los Angeles artist Forest released the single Divine Machine ahead of her debut album Swan Dive, out September 25, 2026 via AWAL, and will support ivri on tour starting September 28 in Portland, OR.

THE GILMORE's Rising Stars Series to Showcase Five Pianists in 2026

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Aug 6, 2026

The Gilmore in Kalamazoo will present five emerging classical and jazz pianists in solo recitals as part of its Rising Stars Series, including Sophia Liu and Aristo Sham.

Full Cast Set For MIDNIGHT, Written, Starring, and Directed by Todrick Hall

by Stephi Wild • Aug 4, 2026

The full cast and design team have been announced for Todrick Hall's MIDNIGHT, which will make its North American premiere this fall at the Daryl Roth Theatre. Learn more here!

Colby T. Helms Drops ARMED AND DANGEROUS, Sets Fall Tour Dates

by Joshua Wright • Jul 30, 2026

Colby T. Helms released his single ARMED AND DANGEROUS ahead of his sophomore album ONE FOR THE LOSERS and announced headlining tour stops including Charleston, Nashville, and Richmond.

TIPA TIPO to Release New Album ARQUETIPAS, Share "No Me Fui" Single

by Joshua Wright • Jul 29, 2026

Tropical yacht rock band TIPA TIPO announced its second full-length album, ARQUETIPAS, and released the single "No Me Fui," written by Felipe Wurst about his relationship with bandmate Adele Fournet.

Cast Set For BLOODSPORT at Stratford East

by Stephi Wild • Jul 29, 2026

Full casting has been announced for Ava Pickett's BLOODSPORT, set to run at Stratford East this autumn. Learn more about the show and the cast for the production here.

FOREST to Release Debut Album Ahead of Official Date

by Joshua Wright • Jul 28, 2026

Details of the forthcoming debut album from the band FOREST have been made available for advance download and streaming, according to a release from Big Hassle Media.

DARK MATTER Season 2 Trailer to Drop at San Diego Comic-Con Hall H

by Joshua Wright • Jul 25, 2026

Apple TV+'s sci-fi series DARK MATTER brought its cast and creators to San Diego Comic-Con's Hall H, where a season two trailer was screened for attendees.

Amon Amarth to Release 'The Allfather Awakens' Album on Metal Blade Records

by Joshua Wright • Jul 22, 2026

Amon Amarth announced a new album, 'The Allfather Awakens,' on Metal Blade Records, alongside the debut of lead single and video 'Gjallarhorn.'

INDYFRINGE FESTIVAL to Celebrate 21st Edition With 63 Shows in Indianapolis

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Jul 21, 2026

The IndyFringe Festival will return to Downtown Indianapolis with 63 shows from more than 500 artists spanning drama, comedy, dance, puppetry, magic, drag, and LGBTQ+ theatre across six stages.

Gisèle Pelicot and Tarana Burke Will Headline WOW London Festival 2027

by Stephi Wild • Jul 21, 2026

WOW - Women of the World has announced the initial line up for the WOW London Festival; the world's biggest festival celebrating women, girls and non-binary people which will return to London in March.

Review: THE ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL SUMMER PERFORMANCE, Royal Ballet And Opera

by Matthew Paluch • Jul 20, 2026

The Royal Ballet School annual Royal Opera House matinee is a big deal, but perhaps this year more than ever. 2026 marks the centenary of the school, and considering this when watching the performance amplifies what we see on the stage even more than usual.

THE FIREWORKS PROJECT to Make U.S. Premiere at Jacob's Pillow with Gauthier Dance

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 16, 2026

Germany's Gauthier Dance will bring THE FIREWORKS PROJECT to Jacob's Pillow's Ted Shawn Theatre for its U.S. debut, featuring nine new dances including a world premiere by Rena Butler, led by artistic director Eric Gauthier.

THE SHOCKING TRUTH ABOUT FLAT EARTH Musical to Make Edinburgh Fringe Debut

by Stephi Wild • Jul 16, 2026

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre will present the world premiere of THE SHOCKING TRUTH ABOUT FLAT EARTH at Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The new musical follows a grieving woman who finds belonging in the online Flat Earth community, shaped by writers' research into loneliness and conspiracy culture.