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Is it serendipity or a testament to good writing? A day after the government mandate two thousand prisoners to enjoy an early release a new production of Our Country’s Good premieres: a play about deported British convicts forging a new life in newly colonised Australia couldn’t be timelier.

 The Shubert Organization hosted a reveal of the newly restored Majestic Theatre  on Monday, September 9 after a 16-month restoration process. Check out photos of the newly restored theatre here!

In a new interview, producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black shed some light on their ambitions to adapt the whole of Wilson's American Century Cycle. With three already under their belts, they revealed the next play making the jump from stage to screen.

Daniel O'Donnell will perform at The Oncenter in Syracuse on November 23, 2024, presented by The Oncenter and Magic City Productions.

The 7 Fingers, also known as Les 7 doigts de la main, are making their Center Theatre Group debut at the Ahmanson September 11, 2024. This artist collective based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada was founded in 2002 by seven circus artists: Isabelle Chassé, Shana Carroll, Patrick Léonard, Faon Shane, Gypsy Snider, Sébastien Soldevila, and Samuel Tétreault. Shana found time to describe 7 Fingers’ signature electrifying mix of circus, theatre, illusion, music, and dance inspired by the star-crossed tale of Romeo and Juliet. 

The Beach Boys are coming to the Capitol Theatre this month! The performance is set for Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Award-winning SF contemporary chamber group Ensemble for These Times has announced the winners of its 2024 Call for Scores for Solo Piano. The works chosen will be performed by E4TT emerita pianist extraordinaire, Dale Tsang on a solo recital in the group's 17th Home Season, the second such solo piano Call for Scores.

54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the long-awaited sequel to his 1988 film, is set to arrive in theaters on September 6. Following its premiere at the Venice International Film Festival, reviews have been pouring in for Burton's first movie in 5 years. Find out what critics think of the highly anticipated film!

Stratford Festival announced its 2025 season, featuring productions of HAMLET, THE TEMPEST, and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM. The season will also include a new adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.

This Christmas, PACE Theatre Company is delighted to announce its annual pantomime will be a new version of Aladdin; a re-imagining of the classic tale with a distinctly Scottish flavour.

Theatre Raleigh's production of Bull Durham, A New Musical is coming to Duke University September 10th-22nd. Check out an all new rehearsal video here!

Blackfriars Theatre will bring murder, meat pies, humor, and heartbreak with Steven Sondheim's Sweeney Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Street, running Sept 6-22. 

Theater Resources Unlimited continues its weekly Community Gatherings via Zoom, offering over 200 conversations since April 2020. Join this Friday to hear Tom Viola's journey with BroadwayCares/Equity Fights AIDS.

For six decades, Bill Medley – who will bring the Righteous Brothers Lovin’ Feelin’ Farewell Tour to the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis on August 23 and the South Shore Music Circus in Cohasset on August 24 – has reached generations of fans with his singular bass-baritone voice and “blue-eyed soul” style.

Theater Resources Unlimited will continue its weekly Community Gatherings via Zoom, focusing on maximizing the theater experience for those unable to attend live performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Charles Fee has announced his retirement as Producing Artistic Director of Great Lakes Theater (GLT) in Cleveland, Idaho Shakespeare Festival (ISF) in Boise, and Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival (LTSF) in Incline Village. 

Tectonic Theater Project will honor Tom Viola of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS for his contributions to the theater community. Learn more about Viola and about the event.

OZ Arts Nashville's 12th season will feature performances by influential artists from Ukraine, South Korea and more. Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Over sixty artists will gather for four days of music at Club Passim over Labor Day weekend for the renowned Campfire Festival. For 26 years, Campfire has been an intimate musical experience where audience members can watch some of their current favorites as well as future stars, from Boston and beyond - it’s a festival of discoveries.

The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF) has always spotlighted homegrown, home-nurtured talent, and the tradition of featuring musicians with ties to the city continues with Sean Jones, Howie Alexander, Thomas Wendt, Selecta and DJ Big Phill and more. 

54 Below will present 54 Sings Andrew Lloyd Webber on September 3, 2024.

Tickets for BEETLEJUICE, RENT, Itzhak Perlman, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and more go on sale August 13 at the Lied Center. Don't miss these exciting performances and events.

Women will rock Stage AE in Pittsburgh, PA on August 28th as the annual Women Who Rock™ Benefit Concert Presented by Gibson Gives returns with Melissa Etheridge headlining. Music fans who can’t attend the August 28 concert in Pittsburgh have the chance to make a charitable donation.

A new musical, Particle Fever, based on the 2013 documentary film about the largest scientific experiment ever undertaken, is currently in development. The musical is written by David Henry Hwang, includes new music and lyrics by Bear McCreary and Zoe Sarnak, is directed by Leigh Silverman, and produced by Megan Kingery and Annie Roney.