THE GREAT PRIVATION Closes Theatre Exile Spring Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Theatre Exile will stage the Philadelphia premiere of THE GREAT PRIVATION, a dark comedy by Nia Akilah Robinson set in 1832 and the present day, examining grave robbing's impact on poor and Black communities.
Full Cast Set For ANGRY, RAUCOUS, AND SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS At Geffen Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Geffen Playhouse announced the cast for Pearl Cleage's ANGRY, RAUCOUS, AND SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS, directed by LaTanya Richardson Jackson, featuring Michele Shay, Olivia Washington, Deborah Joy Winans, and Charlayne Woodard.
WE SHALL SOMEDAY Will Release World Premiere Recording in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Joy Machine Records announced the world premiere cast recording of WE SHALL SOMEDAY, a new musical spanning three generations of a Black family confronting racial injustice, featuring orchestrations by two-time Tony winner Michael Starobin.
Comedian Matt Mathews Will Come to the Lied Center
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
Matt Mathews is a comedian and singer/songwriter whose blend of honesty, quick wit, and Southern charm has made him one of comedy's fastest-rising stars. He will perform at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Cast and Production Team Set For GEE’S BEND, Playing at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre announced the cast and production team for GEE'S BEND, Elyzabeth Gregory Wilder's 2008 play, running in Evanston, with Tim Rhoze directing.
NETTA & RU World Premiere and More Set for Dobama Theatre 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Dobama Theatre has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring five area and world premiere plays, including the world premiere of Netta & Ru, the holiday show A Sherlock Carol, and more.
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD will run at Milton Keynes Theatre from May 19-23, bringing Harper Lee's classic story to the stage for a limited engagement. Learn more here!
Grind City Amp to Launch in Memphis With Alabama Shakes, Free Opening Festival to Follow
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
Grind City Amp will debut in Memphis with Alabama Shakes. A free grand opening festival featuring MonoNeon and Eric Gales will follow. The new venue aims to expand Memphis’ live music scene.
Previews: QUIET! THREE LADIES LAUGHING! at Crystal Theatre
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Apr 3, 2026
Robert Hawkins’s Quiet! Three Ladies Laughing! is here again! Three years ago, the play was produced as a rehearsed concert-reading at New Canaan Town Players Stage II and it’s back by popular demand as a full production in the 232-seat Crystal Theatre in Norwalk from April 30th to May 3rd.
Broadway Stage Management Symposium Names 2026 Charlie Blackwell Scholarship Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
The Broadway Stage Management Symposium named five BIPOC stage managers as recipients of the 2026 Charlie Blackwell Scholarships, with the 12th annual BSMS set for May 30-31 at Pace University.
The Kerry Kearney Band to Celebrate 30th Anniversary Gala at LIMEHOF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
The Kerry Kearney Band will mark its 30th anniversary with a two-night gala on May 1st and 2nd at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame in Stony Brook, NY, featuring music, stories, and special guests.
World Premiere of ReCON$truXion Will Come to Alabama Shakespeare Festival in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Alabama SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL will present the world premiere of ReCON$truXion, a new play by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Robert Schenkkan. The production will showcase innovative storytelling and themes relevant to contemporary society.
Photos: First look at Mount Vernon Nazarene University Theatre’s BIG FISH
by Jerri Shafer - Mar 27, 2026
Join MVNU Theatre for Big Fish, a sweeping, magical, and deeply heartfelt story about love, memory, and the power of the stories we tell. Edward Bloom is a legendary storyteller, known for spinning fantastical tales filled with witches, giants, circus towns, and impossible adventures. To Edward, these stories are truth wrapped in wonder—but to his practical son, Will, they feel like exaggerations that stand between them and a real connection. As Edward’s life draws to a close, Will embarks on a journey through these myths to discover the man behind the magic, learning that sometimes the most extraordinary stories carry the deepest truths. Overflowing with imaginative visuals, whimsical characters, and a soaring score by Andrew Lippa, Big Fish is a celebration of imagination, legacy, and the enduring power of love. Hilarious, tender, and breathtaking, this musical invites audiences to laugh, cry, and fall in love with a life well told.
Westport Country Playhouse Will Stage PRIMARY TRUST in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will stage the 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Primary Trust,” a gentle and inspiring exploration of friendship, courage, and new beginnings, from April 14 through May 2.
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati Presents Regional Premiere Comedy FOURTEEN FUNERALS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is presenting the regional premiere comedy Fourteen Funerals by Eric Pfeffinger. With sharp dialogue and poignant moments, this production offers a comedic yet touching look at the ties that bind us—sometimes even after death.
Six Singers Named Winners Of The 2026 Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026
The Met has announced the winners of the 2026 Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition, awarding six talented singers from a rigorous series of contests.
New Immersive Musical EXTRACURRICULAR to Turn Los Alamitos High School into Living Stage in June
by Gillian Blum - Mar 22, 2026
Creator and Director Thomas Schultheis (Broadway's Grease!, Disney Imagination Campus) announced the developmental workshop of Extracurricular, a ground-breaking immersive musical experience.
SHAW FESTIVAL Releases 2025 Season Report And Board Updates
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026
The Shaw Festival has released its 2025 season report, detailing financial results, attendance, and new board appointments. The company reported a surplus alongside $39.5 million in revenue and record donor contributions.
Tanglewood 2026 Popular Artist Series Adds Cynthia Erivo, Hugh Jackman, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series, which each year brings a star-studded lineup of musicians and performers to Tanglewood’s Koussevitzky Music Shed, continues to expand its 2026 summer season with the addition of Jon Stewart among a roster of major artists across genres including rock, country, pop, Broadway, and soul.
Cast and Creative Team Set For Ken Ludwig’s DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
The cast and creative team have ben announced for Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise, a heartwarming World War II love story written by Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig.
TIED To Play Off-Off-Broadway Run At Alpha Omega Studio Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026
SEO Blurb: Alpha Omega Theatrical Dance Company will present TIED, a one-man play by Crystal Rae performed by Jason Carmichael. The Off-Off-Broadway production runs in New York City this spring.
Ravinia Festival Unveils 2026 Season Featuring Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Hugh Jackman, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026
The Ravinia Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will showcase a lineup of more than 90 artists. This season also marks the unveiling of the newly redesigned Hunter Pavilion. The festival, known for its diverse range of performances, continues to be a significant event in the cultural calendar, attracting music lovers from various genres. The updated venue is expected to enhance the audience experience, providing a modernized space for performances.
BIRTHDAY CANDLES Will Come to Florida Studio Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Florida Studio Theatre will produce the southeastern premiere of Birthday Candles, an exploration of what makes a meaningful life. Learn more about the show here!
Edinburgh International Festival Reveals Programme Highlights
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Running from 7-30 August 2026, this year's Edinburgh International Festival will present 24 days of world-class performances selected for their artistic and cultural resonance across opera, theatre, music and dance.
Tanglewood Adds Hugh Jackman, Brandi Carlile, and More to Summer Series
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2026
Tanglewood has announced three additions to its 2026 Popular Artist Series, with HUGH JACKMAN joining Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops, BRANDI CARLILE returning to the venue, and JOHN FOGERTY and STEVE WINWOOD teaming up for a co-headlining concert.
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