Richard Strauss' ELEKTRA with Eun Sun Kim Will Come to San Francisco Opera
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present Richard Strauss' ELEKTRA, led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim, in Keith Warner's contemporary museum staging featuring a cast including Elena Pankratova and Elza van den Heever.
Merrigong Theatre Company Will Perform TWO WEEKS by Siobhán Doran-Chaston
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
Merrigong Theatre Company will present TWO WEEKS, an intimate play by Siobhán Doran-Chaston, at Illawarra Performing Arts Centre. The production follows a young couple as a countdown begins toward a life-changing event.
Photos: Santa Monica International Jazz Festival Draws Thousands in Inaugural Year
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
Thousands of jazz lovers gathered at Tongva Park for the finale of the inaugural Santa Monica International Jazz Festival. Learn more and check out photos here!
HIGH RISK WARD by Jamie Wax to Get NYC Reading By The Hanover Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
The Hanover Theatre will present a 29-hour staged reading of HIGH RISK WARD, a new play by Jamie Wax set in 1963 Louisiana, featuring two-time Tony nominee Johanna Day. The invite-only NYC presentations are directed by Livy Scanlon.
A BRONX TALE Casting Announced at The REV Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The REV Theatre Company announced the full company for A BRONX TALE, the Broadway musical based on Chazz Palminteri's one-man play, directed by Brett Smock at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Auburn, NY.
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Unveils 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra announced its 2026-27 season, led by Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan, featuring a complete Beethoven Symphony cycle, six new commissions, and GRAMMY-winner Caroline Shaw as Composer in Focus.
THE HOUSE ALWAYS WINS Will Present World Premiere at Hollywood Fringe Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Carli Wright's original musical THE HOUSE ALWAYS WINS blends horror, romance, and comedy at the Hobgoblin Playhouse during the Hollywood Fringe Festival, featuring a seven-person cast, live acoustic songs, and a ghost haunting her childhood home.
Original SIX Queens Adrianna Hicks, Samantha Pauly and More Join ROYAL REUNION Benefit In Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The original Broadway cast and band of SIX will reunite for a one-night-only benefit concert at The Fairlie in Chicago's West Loop, with proceeds supporting youth arts education scholarships at Illinois Conservatory for the Arts.
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Photos: WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 At The Park Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
First-look production photos have been released for WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 at Park Theatre, featuring celebrity guest sheriff Gaby Roslin. The immersive comedy fundraiser is currently running through June 27, 2026.
Glass Half Full Theatre Will Present FRUTOS DE LA MUERTE at Ground Floor Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Glass Half Full Theatre has announced FRUTOS DE LA MUERTE, a devised play following a young Guatemalan woman navigating political turmoil through fungi, science, and indigenous wisdom, performed at Ground Floor Theatre in Austin.
Lainey Wilson, Chance The Rapper & Trombone Shorty Join Boston Pops July 4 Spectacular
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The Boston Pops has announced details for its 2026 July 4 Fireworks Spectacular, featuring performances by Lainey Wilson, Chance The Rapper, and Trombone Shorty.
1776: IN CONCERT to be Presented for Free at The Brickyard
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
The Renaissance Theatre, Mansfield Symphony Orchestra, and Downtown Mansfield Inc. will present a free one-night-only performance of 1776: In Concert featuring Broadway and Hollywood performers, at The Brickyard in downtown Mansfield.
Alison Larkin’s GRIEF...A COMEDY at The Mahaiwe To Be Filmed Before Live Audience
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
Alison Larkin's Grief... a comedy will be filmed before a live audience at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center for an upcoming TV special, directed by Scott Floyd Lochmus and featuring music by Gary Schreiner.
National Philharmonic Unveils 2026-27 Season at The Music Center at Strathmore
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
National Philharmonic revealed its 2026-27 season at The Music Center at Strathmore, featuring the East Coast premiere of Jocelyn Hagen's What The Soul Already Knows and works by Beethoven, Copland, and Dvořák.
Casey Likes, Michael Park, Anastacia McCleskey, and More Will Lead NEWSIES at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for Disney's NEWSIES, starring Casey Likes, Michael Park, and Anastacia McCleskey, among others, in the production's first Forest Park return since 2017.
Traverse Theatre Will Host TRAVFEST26 With World Premieres and New Writing
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre announced TRAVFEST26, its annual August new writing festival, featuring world premieres including CATHY starring Elaine C. Smith, AFTER PARTY by Morna Young, and SUPPOSING: by Zinnie Harris.
St Martin-in-the-Fields Reveals 300th Anniversary Season of Concerts
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
St Martin-in-the-Fields will present a landmark anniversary season featuring the Monteverdi Choir, Academy of St Martin in the Fields, The Sixteen, Tallis Scholars, and soloists including Iestyn Davies and Danielle de Niese.
AN SCÉAL, THE PERFECT IMMIGRANT, and MOLLY SWEENEY Set For Corrib Theatre Season 15
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Corrib Theatre announced its 2026-2027 season, 'Shared Senses,' featuring AN SCÉAL, the West Coast premiere of THE PERFECT IMMIGRANT, and Brian Friel's MOLLY SWEENEY, staged as a live soundscape in Portland, Oregon.
THURGOOD, OSLO, and More Set For Portland Playhouse Season 19
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Portland Playhouse announced its 19th season, featuring five productions including THURGOOD, TABLE 17, OSLO, SIMPLY SIMONE, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL, exploring justice, identity, love, and second chances.
Sydney Dance Company Will Perform ENGINE at Sydney Opera House
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Sydney Dance Company will present ENGINE, a triple bill featuring works by Rafael Bonachela, Fran Díaz, and Melanie Lane at the Sydney Opera House, with Díaz making his Australian debut.
Lincoln Center Breaks Ground on New West Campus Redesign
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts broke ground on a major west campus redesign, including The Baron Theater, a 2,000-person venue, and the SNF Gardens at Damrosch Park, set to open in summer 2028.
Composer David Cieri's 84 BELLS to Have World Premiere in Barcelona with Marin Alsop
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Brooklyn-based composer David Cieri's 84 BELLS will receive its world premiere at the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona, conducted by Marin Alsop with the Philharmonia Orchestra, as part of the city's Year of Gaudí centennial celebrations.
R.O.I. (RETURN ON INVESTMENT) World Premiere to be Presented at San Francisco Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
San Francisco Playhouse will open its 2026-27 season with the rolling World Premiere of R.O.I. (Return on Investment), a darkly comedic thriller about Silicon Valley venture capitalism, directed by Jonathan Moscone.
L.A. Dance Project to Present U.S. Premiere of CITY OF DANCE With Free Public Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
L.A. Dance Project and Paris Dance Project will present the U.S. premiere of City of Dance, a free, site-specific performance series across iconic Los Angeles locations, choreographed by Dimitri Chamblas, Madeline Hollander, and more.
World Irish Dance Champions to Bring A TASTE OF IRELAND to Englewood, NJ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation will present a live performance in Englewood, NJ, featuring World Champion Irish dancers including cast members from Riverdance and Lord of the Dance.
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