Brilliance - 2022 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 3

The global rise of Chinese classical musicians reflects the country’s deep-rooted musical heritage. In the United States, the presence of distinguished artists from China, such as pianist Xiyu Deng, speaks to the richness of this tradition and its growing international influence. Deng has established herself not only as a celebrated performer but also as a respected academic, contributing meaningfully to both concert stages and classrooms.

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!

Honens is inviting Calgary to experience the piano in all its brilliance through a dynamic season of programming. Highlights include the 2025 Honens Festival and more.

Few honors in entertainment are as coveted—or as rare—as achieving EGOT status. This elite distinction marks a career filled with versatility, longevity, and extraordinary talent across multiple mediums. What does it all mean? We're taking a closer look at the artists who have managed to join one of the industry’s most exclusive clubs.

Dying crops, a community in distress, scandals, affairs, Shucked was hailed as the pinnacle of musical comedy when it premiered in 2022. With a book by Robert Horn (writer of Tootsie and the stage adaptation of Disney’s Hercules, to mention a few credits), plus music and lyrics by country songwriters Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, Jack O’Brien’s production lands in Regent’s Park for its UK premiere after a handful of wins and a Grammy nod too. The show might be an easy giggle, ready to charm with puns galore and a corny score, but it's shuckingly mid. Every inch is tropey and formulaic, with quips that are either the low-hanging cob or the most extravagant sexual innuendo, missing the sophistication of well-calibred humour altogether. It has plenty of moments of brilliance and the company is overwhelmingly excellent, but the material isn’t as dazzling.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joaquina Kalukango and more! See the full lineup here!

This summer, two acclaimed performers will headline an unforgettable season finale on the Muny stage: international music icon Diana Ross and multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Jon Batiste. Learn more!

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominees Crybabies (James Gault, Michael Clarke, Ed Jones) and the Olivier Award-winning producers behind Fleabag and Baby Reindeer join forces to present The Scaring.

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will welcome back Broadway favorite Beth Leavel.

History Theatre has announced its 2025-26 Theater season, featuring a world premiere about the Minneapolis jazz singer Doris Hines; an adventurous new musical about the world of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival; and more.

Joshua Beamish/MOVETHECOMPANY will celebrate 20 years of choreographic innovation with a dazzling, two-night-only 20th Anniversary Gala at the Vancouver Playhouse on May 29 & 30, 2025.

Following a massive international run that saw every show sell out across the U.S., UK, and Australia, BILMURI has announced his next chapter: THE UNSTOPPABLE BILMURI SUMMER SLAMMER TOUR.

The New Jersey Youth Symphony will present Enchanting Musical Storytelling at the Nicholas Music Center at Rutgers University in New Brunswick. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS) announced that it will present Enchanting Musical Storytelling this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

SFJAZZ has revealed the lineup of upcoming arts for May 2025. The lineup includes Cécile McLorin Salvant, Javier Santiago and more. See full May programming here! 

Ensemble Arts Philly has unveiled its 2025-2026 Jazz Season, showcasing a diverse lineup of new and emerging talents, as well as veteran performers. See the full lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets.

TV psychologist Natalia Kholodenko will present Lara's Journey for her Ukraine seminar on April 22nd in a collaboration with leading artists. From heartbreak to hope, TV psychologist Natalia Kholodenko has become the guiding light for millions of Ukrainian women navigating the devastation of war.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra has unveiled its 2025–26 season running from September 17, 2025, through May 3, 2026. Learn more about the season programming here!

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of nightly performances all April long. See the full lineup, including Nicole Henry and more, and learn how to purchase tickets.

The 92nd Street Y will present Clayton Stephenson, piano at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center and online. Learn more about the upcoming performance and see how to purchase ticket.s

The National Trust for Scotland and theatremaker James Clements are collaborating on the Burns Project, a new theatrical production inspired by the life and works of Robert Burns.

Pet Shop Boys have been announced for a huge concert at The Royal Sandringham Estate in Norfolk on Thursday 14 August. The duo will perform ‘Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live’ show, and the event will also feature Scissor Sisters.

Chamber Music Northwest will present the organization's Artistic Director Soovin Kim who will perform the Mount Everest for a violinist: Bach's complete Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin, over two concert evenings.

Shriver Hall Concert Series has announced its 60th anniversary and 2025-26 concert season. For six decades, SHCS has created musical experiences in the intimacy of Shriver Hall.

Arizona Opera has announced its 2025/26 Main Stage Season, in addition to the presentation of mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton in recital in 2026. Learn more about the full season here!