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While much of the dramatic weight of Angels in America undeniably stems from the specter of AIDS, it would do the play a huge disservice to reduce it to a story about disease alone. What Theater West End makes clear is that Kushner’s work is as much about identity, loss, and the human struggle to reconcile who we are deep down with who we present to the world.

Titusville Playhouse’s HAIRSPRAY delivers a high-energy 'Baltimore fairytale' that stays true to the show's tradition of camp and exuberance. Featuring several standout performances, the production deftly balances infectious musical numbers with a technicolor parade of 1960s fashion. While celebrating the show's joyous optimism, the production acknowledges modern perspectives on diversity and offers a refreshing, timely escape for 2026 audiences.

The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.

The Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) has announced the wide-ranging program of its Winter-Spring 2026 season, approaching its 30th year. Season’s highlights include Boston performances of a trio of monodramas, the revival of a neglected opera, and the world premiere of three BMOP-commissioned orchestral works.

All Out Arts has announced the lineup for the 2026 Fresh Fruit Festival, a prominent LGBTQ+ arts event in NYC, set for April 20-May 3 at The Wild Project.

Black Ensemble Theater celebrates 50 years of its mission-based theater with a full season of musicals and special events. The company will continue with the Plays With A Purpose series for school groups, Black Playwrights Initiative, and more.

The 1/12 concert kicks of the Orchestra of St. Luke's 2026 season, which celebrates American music in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration.

Joey Fatone will join the North American Tour company of & Juliet, reprising the role of ‘Lance’ following his recent Broadway run. Fatone will join the touring cast for an exclusive engagement in his hometown when the show plays Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando, FL.

For its 2026 season, Chautauqua Opera Company is deepening its commitment to developing new operas while bringing fully staged productions to Chautauqua Institution's Amphitheater.

The Paris revival remains polished and efficient, but once again raises a familiar question: has Chicago become more concert than theatre?

Country music icon Randy Travis has extended his “More Life Tour” into spring 2026, featuring his original touring band and special guest vocalist James Dupré.

The Foyle Foundation has announced £2.2 million in funding for Community Foundations across the nations and regions of the UK and Northern Ireland as it completes its 25-year grant giving journey.

New Hampshire Theatre Project will present Discovering Magic with Andrew Pinard on December 26, 27, and 28 with Friday and Saturday evening performances at 7:30pm and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:30pm.

Following 25 years of producing multidisciplinary arts programming, uplifting historically excluded stories, and fostering connections through the art of story, Mirror Stage has announced it will be sunsetting operations and active programming.

Goo Goo Dolls will take their live show back on the road in 2026 with an extensive run of U.S. tour dates with Neon Trees. Kicking off on July 24, the summer tour includes performances at Minneapolis’ Mystic Lake Amphitheater, Richmond’s Allianz Amphitheatre at Riverfront, and more.

Music fans are being invited to return to the early ‘noughties' for a new Friday night party which is set to launch the 2026 Live at Arley series of open-air concerts. Learn more here!

Les Misérables has seen major success in China with the launch of its staged concert production at Shanghai Grand Theatre, reports China Daily. The musical began performances on November 4 and will run through December 28 as part of the “See You in Shanghai!” initiative from SMG Live.

Phish will return to Sphere in Las Vegas next year for nine shows, set for April 16-18, April 23-25, and April 30-May 2. A ticket request period is now underway and will continue through 9:00 am PT / 12:00 noon ET on Monday, December 8.

The Spire Center for Performing Arts has revealed three new shows. Local singer Michael Dutra will bring his Frank Sinatra sound to the Spire Center with the tribute group The Rat Pack, plus more.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT)’s magical, time-honored holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, will open on December 5, 2025, at the Benedum Center. Learn more about the show here!

Following successful sold-out performances in 2025, critically acclaimed comedian Katt Williams announces The Golden Age Tour. Featuring all-new material, this arena tour will bring Williams to more than 25 cities across North America, including North Charleston Coliseum.

The Actors' Gang is presenting the World Premiere of Children of the Winter Kingdom – The Bonkers Adventures of Holly and Spruce, an original family-friendly fantasy fairy tale for the theater written by Adam Dugas and Mary Eileen O’Donnell and directed by Dugas for a limited three-week engagement from December 4 to 20 at the Actors’ Gang in Culver City.

Goo Goo Dolls are set to take their live show back on the road in 2026 with a Las Vegas residency. Kicking off on May 15, the run of shows includes five performances at The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.

Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including Melissa Errico, a new work by William Finn, Mandy Gonzales singing Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more.

Ramin Karimloo and Hadley Fraser will bring their unique kind of concert to the Princess of Wales Theatre in From the Rehearsal Room: Toronto for one night only.