SCHMIGADOON! Wins 2026 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
Actors' Equity Association announced the chorus of SCHMIGADOON! as the recipient of the 2026 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus, honoring 16 performers for their skill, athleticism, and contributions to the production.
SLEEPING BEAUTY and More Set for New Ballet 10th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
New Ballet announced its 2026/2027 season, marking the Company's 10th anniversary with an expanded Symphony San Jose partnership for live music at THE SAN JOSE NUTCRACKER and SLEEPING BEAUTY.
Amelia Bullmore Will Lead THEPENELOPIAD at York Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026
Amelia Bullmore will star as Penelope in York Theatre Royal's major UK revival of Margaret Atwood's THE PENELOPIAD, the first since the RSC's 2007 premiere, directed by Juliet Forster.
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.
wild project Names Neil Totton Inaugural Mikéah Jennings Artist-in-Residence
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Multidisciplinary artist Neil Totton was named the inaugural recipient of wild project's Mikéah Jennings Artist-in-Residence program, receiving two weeks of free theater access and financial support to develop and perform a work-in-progress.
Photos: WAR HORSE Returns To National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
New production photos have been released for the National Theatre's revival of WAR HORSE. Based on Michael Morpurgo's novel and adapted by Nick Stafford, the award-winning play has returned to the National Theatre nearly two decades after its premiere.
Huntington Theatre's 2026 Spotlight Gala Raises Record-Breaking $1.7M
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
The Huntington's annual Spotlight Gala raised a record $1.7M at Boston's SoWa Power Station, honoring Karen Holmes Ward, playwright Mfoniso Udofia, and the Nancy and Edward Roberts Family for their contributions to the arts.
WAITRESS Cast Set for Milton Keynes Theatre Run, Led By Carrie Hope Fletcher
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The cast for the musical WAITRESS has been announced ahead of its upcoming engagement at Milton Keynes Theatre in the UK. Learn more about the show here!
TOY SYMPHONY to Return to Sydney Directed By Playwright Michael Gow
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Michael Gow's Helpmann Award-winning play TOY SYMPHONY will be professionally staged in Sydney for the first time since its 2007 Belvoir premiere, with Gow directing his own autobiographical work for the first time.
Ballet West Artistic Director Adam Sklute to Retire After 20-Year Tenure
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
Ballet West Artistic Director Adam Sklute will retire following his 20th season, marking the end of the longest artistic directorship in Company history. An international search for his successor is underway.
Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Lasha Khozashvili to Retire After 16 Seasons
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Boston Ballet announced the retirement of Principal Dancer Lasha Khozashvili, who joined the Company in 2010. His final performance will be as Prince Desire in THE SLEEPING BEAUTY.
FELLOW TRAVELERS to Make Southern California Premiere at San Diego Opera
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
San Diego Opera will present the Southern California premiere of FELLOW TRAVELERS at the historic Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego, featuring baritone Joseph Lattanzi and tenor Andy Acosta as part of the opera's Tenth Anniversary Tour.
Joffrey Ballet Promotes Adam Blyde to Associate Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet announced the promotion of Rehearsal Director Adam Blyde to Associate Artistic Director, a newly created position and the first of its kind since Ashley Wheater MBE was appointed Artistic Director in 2007.
Misty Copeland Will Curate The Joyce's Ballet Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Misty Copeland, the first Black woman to become a principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre, will curate The Joyce Ballet Festival 2026, featuring dancers from six major companies at The Joyce Theater in NYC.
Mark Davy, Annie Hampson OBE, and More Will Judge The Great British Theatres Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Theatres Trust announced the judges for its inaugural Great British Theatre Awards, including West End actor Obioma Ugoala and leading voices in architecture, accessibility, and cultural leadership.
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL to Return to Wagner Park for Free Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Battery Dance will present its 45th Annual Festival at Wagner Park, featuring a week of free nightly performances, community workshops, and a one-night commemorative show marking the U.S. semi-quincentennial.
Brian Webb Dance Company Names Molly McDermott as New Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Brian Webb Dance Company announced Molly McDermott as its incoming Artistic Director, succeeding founder Brian Webb, who has led the Edmonton-based contemporary dance organization since 1979.
Michael Feinstein Will Perform at San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy Award-nominee Michael Feinstein will perform for one night only at ATG San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre, bringing his celebrated Great American Songbook repertoire to the stage.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Cast Unveiled at Leeds Grand Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Opera North announced the cast for THE SOUND OF MUSIC, with Katie Bird as Maria and Edward Bennett as Captain von Trapp, backed by the 40-piece Orchestra of Opera North at Leeds Grand Theatre.
Sherrie Hewson & Benidorm Stars Set for AN AUDIENCE WITH BENIDORM UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
AN AUDIENCE WITH BENIDORM, a live UK tour marking the sitcom's 20th anniversary, will feature cast members including Sherrie Hewson sharing behind-the-scenes stories, Q&As, and meet-and-greet opportunities at venues across the country.
World Stage Theatre Company to Present TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
World Stage Theatre Company will present TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, Harper Lee's story dramatized by Christopher Sergel, for a limited run in Oklahoma.
The National Ballet Of Canada's YOU Dance Livestream To Reach 20,000 Students Across Canada
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
The National Ballet of Canada's YOU dance livestream will reach 20,000 students across every province and territory, while a York University residency served nearly 1,300 students through 50 workshops and live performances.
Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center Reveals 2026–2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
The Music Center announced its 2026–2027 GLORYA KAUFMAN PRESENTS DANCE AT THE MUSIC CENTER season, featuring the Joffrey Ballet, Compañía Nacional de Danza, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and a ballet festival curated by Tiler Peck.
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Elects 8 New Board Members for Three-Year Term
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis announced eight newly elected board members, joining as the Company celebrates its 60th Anniversary Season. Ann Cady Scott returns as Board President for a third term.
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company to Present SUMMER MIX at Kitchen Theatre in Ithaca
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company will present Summer Mix at Kitchen Theatre Company in Ithaca, NY, featuring repertory excerpts from Encore and the premiere of Flashpoint, developed at the American Dance Festival.
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