VENIA'S DEAR, SINCERELY Immersive Experience is Coming to Travel Town Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026
Anima Initiative will present Venia's Dear, Sincerely, a free one-day immersive experience at Los Angeles' Travel Town Museum featuring live music, choreography, fashion, and installation art exploring migration and memory.
KODACHROME to Close Bergen County Players' 93rd Season
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Bergen County Players will present Adam Szymkowicz's one-act comedy KODACHROME as the final production of its 93rd season, with director Rachel Alt leading an ensemble cast at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, NJ.
BONDI FESTIVAL Will Return to Bondi Beach in July
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Bondi Festival announced its return to Bondi Beach, featuring an expanded program of live music, theatre, comedy, immersive art and food markets, plus the return of its iconic Ice Rink and Vista Ferris Wheel.
SAVING BRITNEY Will Return at Edinburgh Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Fake Escape will present SAVING BRITNEY at Edinburgh Fringe, a solo show by Shereen Roushbaiani exploring celebrity obsession, the #FreeBritney movement, and sexual identity through one millennial's parallel journey with Britney Spears.
Pentabus to Open Applications for 2027 Jerwood Writer in Residence
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Pentabus is seeking an emerging playwright for its 2027 Jerwood Writer in Residence programme, offering a £12,000 bursary and up to a year at its base in Ludlow, South Shropshire, supported by the Jerwood Foundation.
DAY OF THE LOCUST World Premiere to Open at Edinburgh Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Fake Escape will present the world premiere of DAY OF THE LOCUST at Pleasance Courtyard, a solo show with live music adapting Nathanael West's classic novel through the lens of 2025's anti-ICE protests in LA.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM World Premiere to Open RSC's Summer 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company announced a summer programme in Stratford-upon-Avon headlined by a world premiere of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, a retelling for ages seven and up created in partnership with the Unicorn Theatre.
Photos: First Look at Kyra Kennedy and More in BEAUTIFUL at TUTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, starring Kyra Kennedy at Theatre Under The Stars, now playing at the Hobby Center.
THE POINT OF PINECONES to Play Staged Readings at Hollywood Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Dennis Hensley's debut play, THE POINT OF PINECONES, a sex comedy about desire and regret, will play three staged readings at the Actors Company's Other Space Theater during the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
500 Steel Pan Players to Take Over Southbank Centre for STEEL SCENES
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Southbank Centre announced STEEL SCENES, a weekend festival uniting over 500 musicians and 25 steel bands to mark 75 years since steel pan was first heard live in the UK at the South Bank.
Utah Symphony Music Director Designate Markus Poschner Mentors High School Students
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Markus Poschner, Utah Symphony Music Director Designate, mentored 47 high school musicians through the orchestra's Side-by-Side program at Abravanel Hall, ahead of conducting the season finale and opening the Deer Valley Music Festival.
WAKE, 2021, and More Set For ArtsEmerson 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
ArtsEmerson announced its 2026/27 season, featuring eight theatrical events from the U.S., Ireland, Canada, and South Africa, including works by Taylor Mac and Tony Award nominee Patrick Page.
WE WILL ROCK YOU to Open at San Jose Stage
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
San Jose Stage will present WE WILL ROCK YOU, the musical featuring the music of Queen, for a limited run. Previews precede an official opening night, with the production closing later that month.
ALEX EDELMAN: WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO Will Come to Steppenwolf Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Tony and Emmy Award-winning comedian Alex Edelman will return to Steppenwolf Theatre with WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO, a new show examining identity, faith, and trauma, for five performances only in Chicago.
FRIGID New York Reveals Full Lineup For 12th Annual Queerly Festival At UNDER St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
FRIGID New York will present the 12th annual Queerly Festival at UNDER St. Marks in New York City, featuring in-person and livestream performances themed around queer identity across time.
Straight No Chaser Will Return to the Florida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
A cappella group Straight No Chaser will perform at the historic Florida Theatre in downtown Jacksonville on their Making Spirits Bright holiday tour. VIP/Meet & Greet packages are available.
Todd Buonopane Joins GREGORY JACOBS-ROSEMAN: I HATE CAKE Birthday Cabaret Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Todd Buonopane, known for Broadway's Cinderella and 30 Rock, will join the cast of Gregory Jacobs-Roseman: I Hate Cake, A Birthday Cabaret at The Green Room 42, alongside Tony nominee Stephanie D'Abruzzo and Natalie Douglas.
NYC Releases Artist Proposals for Permanent Billie Holiday Monument in Queens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
The NYC Department of Cultural Affairs revealed six finalist proposals for a permanent public monument honoring Billie Holiday at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center in Queens, with public feedback being accepted.
HONKY TONK ANGELS Will Kick Off Summer Mainstage Season at Florida Studio Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Florida Studio Theatre will open its 2026 Summer Mainstage series with HONKY TONK ANGELS, a country music celebration featuring hits like 'Stand by Your Man' and 'Harper Valley PTA,' directed by FST Associate Artist Ben Liebert.
GRAYSON THE MUSICAL Will Hold First Look Preview Performances at Soho Theatre Walthamstow
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
GRAYSON THE MUSICAL will present first look preview performances at Soho Theatre Walthamstow, giving audiences an early glimpse of the new musical production.
OCEAN STATE IMPROV FESTIVAL Returns With 37 Troupes From 13 States
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
The Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, RI will present its 8th Annual OCEAN STATE IMPROV FESTIVAL, featuring 37 troupes from 13 states in five days of performances and workshops.
Photos: Harris Singer’s TAKE ME TO DOLLYWOOD at The Downstairs at La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2026
You can now get a first look at the world premiere of Take Me to Dollywood, Harris Singer’s Queer Southern fever dream at The Downstairs at La MaMa Experimental Theater Club.
Mildred's Umbrella Theater Reveals All-Female 25th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company announced its 25th anniversary season featuring two Houston premieres with all-female casts: COLLECTIVE RAGE: A PLAY IN 5 BETTIES and ANTHROPOLOGY, both staged at Spring Street Studios.
Full Cast Set for Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Storyhouse has announced full casting for its Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre season, featuring two world premieres: OUTLAWS: A ROBIN HOOD STORY and LET THE SUN SHINE!, alongside a company of ten actors and four trainees.
THE COMEDY STORE Will Come to Woolwich Works as Part of New Comedy Programme
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Woolwich Works announced a new comedy season featuring The Comedy Store, presented by Live Nation, alongside Edinburgh Fringe previews from Sara Barron, Garrett Millerick, and others.
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