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Graham Abbott Conducts Handel’s MESSIAH at the Sydney Opera House
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2024


Graham Abbott will conduct Handel's Messiah at the Sydney Opera House this holiday season. Learn more about the upcoming performances and find out how to get tickets here!

Angelica Page To Present TURNING PAGE Fundraising Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024


Angelica Page will perform her solo show TURNING PAGE on November 25 as a fundraiser for Torn Page. .

The Neighbors Announce Inaugural Cohort Of The New To The Neighborhood Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024


What Will the Neighbors Say? announced the inaugural cohort of their 'New to the Neighborhood' residency, featuring Taji Senior and Claire Soleil Gardner.

Springfield Chamber Players Revive Their JOHNNY APPLESEED PLUS Family Concert For The Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024


The Springfield Chamber Players will bring their family-friendly Johnny Appleseed Plus concert to Springfield's new event venue, 52 Sumner next month. Learn more here!

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra HOLIDAY POPS To Feature A Special Performance By Columbia Dance
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2024


Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for their USA Holiday Pops concert, featuring a special performance by Columbia Dance.

Video: Netflix Teases STRANGER THINGS Season 5, Confirms 2025 Release
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2024


Happy Stranger Things Day! For November 6, a day to celebrate all things Stranger Things, Netflix has teased the fifth and final season of the hit series with a new video that reveals all of the episode titles.

Canadian Stage Records Surplus of $289,749
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2024


Canadian Stage has eliminated a 37-year deficit for the 2023-24 season, marking a significant financial milestone for the renowned arts organization. Learn more!

Laibach Share New Interpretation of 'Strange Fruit'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2024


Laibach have announced details of “Strange Fruit”, a three-track single release that follows their recent single “The Future” (Leonard Cohen). This unique interpretation of the haunting protest song has been featured in their ongoing Opus Dei tour. Listen to it now!

Lyric Opera of Chicago To Celebrate The Life Of Sir Andrew Davis In February Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2024


Lyric Opera has announced a concert on February 15, 2025, celebrating the life and career of Sir Andrew Davis, featuring performances by renowned artists and the Lyric Opera Orchestra.

Lifeline Theatre Will Present JACOB MARLEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2024


Lifeline Theatre brings their first MainStage production of the 2024-25 season to the stage with Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol. Tom Mula’s holiday tale is presented as a one-man show, starring Lifeline ensemble member Phil Timberlake.

REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Will Open at the James Earl Jones Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024


Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has set its Broadway theatre! As previously announced, the musical will  begin previews on April 1 ahead of an April 27 opening night. The production has now found its Broadway house, and will play at the James Earl Jones Theatre.

Bryn Boice Directs TARTUFFE With Hub Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024


Bryn Boice directs a fresh, meta-theatrical production of Molière's TARTUFFE with Hub Theatre Company.

FREE TO BE...YOU AND ME Exhibition to Open at the Eric Carle Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2024


Explore the 50th anniversary of FREE TO BE...YOU AND ME at the Eric Carle Museum, celebrating its impact on children and families. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

World-Renowned Pianist Emanuel Ax Returns To Soka Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2024


Soka Performing Arts Center will welcome back world-renowned piano virtuoso Emanuel Ax for an extraordinary evening of music.

Review: MISERY at Twin Valley Players Colonnade
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 27, 2024


Throughout the production, the lights, sound, props, and projections are beautifully designed, illustrating not only the mood of the scene, but also the passing of time. Overall, the cast handles this intense thriller well, keeping audiences at the edge of their seats.

Rett Madison Releases Deluxe Album 'One More For Jackie'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2024


Los Angeles-based vocalist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rett Madison commemorates the one-year anniversary of her acclaimed 2023 full-length LP, One For Jackie, with the release of a new expanded digital deluxe edition entitled One More For Jackie. Listen to it now!

Jennifer Muller/The Works Reveals New Leadership
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024


Jennifer Muller/The Works revealed new leadership as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Alumni Rosie Lani Fiedelman and Duane Gosa become Co-Artistic Directors, with Katy Neely as Executive Director.

Video: Samuel L. Jackson Discusses New Scenes in THE PIANO LESSON Film
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2024


Samuel L. Jackson is shedding light on the upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson over the years. The actor visited Good Morning America this week and discussed the difference between Wilson's original material and what is on display in the film. Watch the interview now!

Pre-Broadway Run of Prince's PURPLE RAIN Musical Delays World Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024


A stage adaptation of Prince's film and album, Purple Rain, will make its World Premiere next year, but fans will have to wait a little bit longer for it than originally planned.

NEC Jazz Orchestra and the Ken Schaphorst Big Band to Appear In Concert at The Regattabar
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024


The NEC Jazz Orchestra and Ken Schaphorst Big Band will perform at Regattabar on November 6, 2024.

Barbara Kolb, Pioneering Composer and First American Woman to Win the Rome, Dies At Age 85
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024


Boosey & Hawkes has announced the passing of Barbara Kolb, age 85, composer of evocative, intense works featuring interwoven textures, often inspired by poetry and images.

Glenn Close to Receive Career Achievement Honor From AARP
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 22, 2024


AARP Magazine has announced that Glenn Close will receive this year’s Movies for Grownups Career Achievement Award. Close will be honored at the annual Movies for Grownups (MFG) Awards ceremony on Saturday, January 11, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. 

Video: Samuel L. Jackson Previews THE PIANO LESSON, Shares New Clip on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 22, 2024


Samuel L. Jackson visited The Tonight Show on Monday, where he previewed Malcolm Washington's upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Jackson also shared a short clip from the film, which can be seen as part of the interview. Watch it now!

Top Broadway Shows in 2025: Upcoming Hits and Star Performances
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 3, 2025


2025 may be on its way out, but a whole new Broadway season has just begun!  Looking for the best shows to see in summer and fall of 2025 ? Our editors have rounded up info on all of the Broadway productions which have revealed full details of their upcoming engagements. Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in the rest of 2025 including plays, musicals, revivals, new shows and of course - stars!

Video: The 40 Best Broadway Performances from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 27, 2024


The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions is also responsible for helping to bring some of our favorite Broadway shows and performances to the small screen. Our team has rounded up 35 of the very best performances from Broadway in year's past.

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