Photos: Doris Dear Celebrates Pride with Postcarding Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
This Pride season, multi-award-winning entertainer Doris Dear hosted a truly heartfelt and joyful afternoon at the iconic Stonewall Inn signing postcards. See photos here!
Photos: Get a First Look at BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater is presenting Brokeback Mountain, the North American premiere production of Ashley Robinson’s adaptation of the novella by Annie Proulx that inspired the Academy Award-winning film. See photos here!
TAMING OF THE SHREW to Launch Complete Shakespeare Staging Series at La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Small Boat Productions and kotto Productions will present Taming of the Shrew at La MaMa's Club Space, the first in a series staging all of Shakespeare's plays uncut, directed by Karsten Otto.
OLDIES BUT GOLDIES to Open at the Vino Theater in Off-Off-Broadway Run
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Oldies But Goldies, an original comedy written and produced by Nina Becker, will stage at the Vino Theater in an Off-Off-Broadway run directed by Kalea Walker, following three older men whose search for a housekeeper spirals into chaos.
Reservations Open for RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Prescott Park Arts Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Prescott Park Arts Festival has opened reservations for Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, and added Ralph Stanley II & the Clinch Mountain Boys and The Devil Makes Three to its River House Restaurant Concert Series.
Carnegie Hall's National Youth Ensembles to Gather 200+ Teen Musicians for Summer Residency
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Carnegie Hall will bring together more than 200 teen instrumentalists to form NYO-USA, NYO2, and NYO Jazz, with performances at Carnegie Hall followed by tours across three continents.
MANY HAPPY RETURNS to Make Toronto Fringe Festival Debut
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
MANY HAPPY RETURNS, a group-based immersive show set on New Year's Eve 1924, will bring its escape room-meets-murder mystery format to the Toronto Fringe Festival, following sold-out runs and a 2025 No Proscenium Immie Award win.
Speight Jenkins, Former Seattle Opera General Director, Dies at 89
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Speight Jenkins, who led Seattle Opera for 31 years and transformed it into one of the most respected opera companies in the US, has died at 89, the company announced.
AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER Announced at Duke University
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster will perform at Duke University's Page Auditorium in a co-production by Theatre Raleigh and Duke Arts, joined by Broadway performer Megan McGinnis.
I ALMOST DIED FOR THIS?! to Play Edinburgh Festival Fringe This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Moth StorySlam winner and New Yorker humorist Kristina Libby brings her solo show I ALMOST DIED FOR THIS?! to Edinburgh Festival Fringe, recounting a traumatic brain injury, near-death experience, and pandemic art movement.
Voices of Ascension to Launch 2026-2027 Season 'The Radiant Depths'
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Voices of Ascension announced its 37th season, The Radiant Depths, featuring programs spanning Renaissance masterworks to newly commissioned works, including a Nico Muhly commission written for organist James McVinnie.
TOAD THE WET SPROCKET: RINGS: THE ACOUSTIC TOUR to Play Patchogue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Toad the Wet Sprocket will bring their first-ever all-acoustic tour to Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, performing songs from their 2026 release Rings: The Acoustic Sessions.
Two UK Premieres And More Set for Kiln Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
HOMECOMING to Play Hollywood Fringe Festival After Sold-Out Run
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Moth StorySLAM winner Dara Kosberg brings her solo dark comedy HOMECOMING to the Hollywood Fringe Festival at the Madnani Theater in Los Angeles, exploring grief, identity, and a complicated mother-daughter relationship.
KING OF GAMES Short Film to Make LA Premiere at Dances With Films
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
KING OF GAMES, a period drama short directed by Tyler Cino-Maradiaga, will screen at the TCL Chinese 6 in Hollywood as part of the 28th edition of Dances With Films.
IN TIME OF WAR and More Set for The Mendelssohn Choir Of Pittsburgh 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh has revealed its upcoming season under Music Director Daniel Singer, featuring three programs centered on conflict, community, and grief, including works by Arvo Pärt, Florence Price, and Eric Whitacre.
Norwich Theatre to Launch Six-Year Strategy Focused on Social Impact and Regional Leadership
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Norwich Theatre announced Creative Intent 2026–2032, a six-year strategy built on Bold Theatre, Social Impact, and Creative Endeavour, including impact-led seasons and a new commercial company, INTREPID.
MIDSOMER MURDERS: THE KILLINGS AT BADGER'S DRIFT to Launch 2027 UK & Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Daniel Casey will return as Inspector Tom Barnaby in a second UK & Ireland tour of MIDSOMER MURDERS: THE KILLINGS AT BADGER'S DRIFT, produced by Nicholson Green Productions and Colin Ingram Ltd, following a record-breaking 2025/26 run.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO and DOUBT: A PARABLE to Join Olney Theatre Center's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Olney Theatre Center announced two Tony Award-winning productions for its 2026-27 season: the musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO, directed by Ethan Heard, and John Patrick Shanley's DOUBT: A PARABLE, directed by Hallie Gordon.
Collaboraction Theatre to Launch YOU BELONG HERE Series at New Humboldt Park Home
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Collaboraction Theatre Company announced upcoming shows and events at its new House of Belonging in Chicago's Humboldt Park, including the YOU BELONG HERE series supporting independent local artists.
A TASTE OF IRELAND to Come to Centenary Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Centenary Stage Company will present A TASTE OF IRELAND at the Sitnik Theatre in Hackettstown, NJ. The production features former World Irish Dance Champions and performers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance.
Boston Dance Alliance Names Laura Young and Peter DiMuro 2026 Dance Champions
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Boston Dance Alliance named Laura Young and Peter DiMuro recipients of the 2026 Dr. Michael Shannon Dance Champion Award, with Lynda Rieman receiving the Unsung Hero Award at the organization's annual gathering.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Play The Stranahan
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
The touring production of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, created in collaboration with Diamond himself, is set to play The Stranahan, telling the story of how the hitmaker became a star.
SEE IT LIVE SUMMER To Feature 100+ Shows Across NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
MSG Entertainment announced its 'See It Live Summer' initiative, with Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the Beacon Theatre, and Infosys Theater hosting over 100 events, including Harry Styles, Bon Jovi, Phish, and LES MISÉRABLES.
The Prince Fellowship to Open Applications for 2026 Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced applications are open for its 2026 program, offering early-career producers a $10,000 stipend, a $20,000 production budget, and mentorship from industry leaders.
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