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THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW on 3/13 celebrated America's 250 years in music. The trio of phenomenal guest singers - Max Clayton, Nova Payton and Ephraim Sykes brought down the house at the famed venue. Bravo!

Today’s subject Suzy Eddie Izzard is an award-winning performer, marathon runner, and author. Her tour de force solo show The Tragedy of Hamlet will be seen right here in DC at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) from March 27th to April 11th. The show will be performed in STC’s Klein Theatre.

DIAVOLO, renowned for its dynamic and innovative performances, will present ESCAPE at their Arts District studio in Los Angeles from March 28 to June 14, 2026. Learn more here!

In celebration of SWAN Day, NPTC will present a Concert Reading to Benefit our On Her Shoulders Program on Friday, March 27th at 7:00pm. Learn more here!

Northern Stage has revealed its 2026/27 Season, featuring five Main Stage productions in the Byrne Theater at the Barrette Center for the Arts, including the regional premiere of John Proctor is the Villain and more.

Two-time Tony Award-winning The Picture of Dorian Gray, is now available at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT).

Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more. 

New Perspectives Theatre Company will present a staged reading of The Rose, Thistle, and Shamrock by Maria Edgeworth as part of its ON HER SHOULDERS Reading Series in New York City.

Lyric Opera of Chicago is presenting the world premiere of safronia, a landmark musical composition commissioned from Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, the interdisciplinary artist avery r. young.

Brazil’s beloved doll takes center stage in this original musical that blends nostalgia, fantasy, and sharp social commentary. Conceived and written by Mara Carvalho, with music by Thiago Gimenes and direction by Ulysses Cruz, Susi, o Musical reimagines the 1966 Estrela Toy Factory icon for a new generation. The story follows Victor, a screen-obsessed boy who embarks on a dreamlike journey alongside Susi and a vibrant cast of characters, exploring identity, belonging, consumerism, and self-discovery. Featuring pop-infused original songs, bold visuals, and multiple versions of Susi representing diverse professions and backgrounds, the production celebrates Brazilian cultural memory while reflecting on contemporary challenges. A family-friendly spectacle with heart and humor.

The life and legacy of Woodie King Jr. (1937–2026) will be honored at a special tribute at the Shubert Organization’s Barrymore Theatre.

Victorian Opera will present NED KELLY: THE MUSICAL at Her Majesty's Theatre in Ballarat, featuring a cast of Australian musical-theatre greats for a limited two-performance run.

The Magic Theatre, in partnership with Resident Company Play On Shakespeare, will present the World Premiere production of Macbeth, a new version written by Migdalia Cruz and directed by Liam Vincent. 

Open Stage will present the iconic musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR starting February 2026. The production promises a fresh interpretation of the classic, exploring timeless themes with a contemporary edge.

When Kelly Howe and Joe Hanrahan take the stage at Blue Strawberry on Friday, March 13, 2026, the pair will be celebrating a special anniversary. Their long running hit Just One Look premiered 3-years ago on the exact same stage. Just One Look is the first, and most successful, of Midnight Company’s scripted cabaret shows. The show blends cabaret performing with storytelling. It’s not exactly a club act or a Broadway musical, but a nostalgic look at one of the most successful female rock artists of all time. When Hanrahan and Howe, announced this collaboration in early 2023, Broadway World called the show featuring Linda Ronstadt’s songbook “the most anticipated theatrical event of the new season.” It’s clear from the show’s success that Ronstadt’s chart-topping music is still as popular today as it was a half-century ago.

Mabou Mines, a pioneering American avant-garde theater company, will present a film series showcasing their rare cinematic projects. The films include Archive (2001) and more.

Houston Grand Opera will present Carlisle Floyd's OF MICE AND MEN as part of its Butler Studio production series. The opera, based on John Steinbeck's classic novel, will be performed in 2026, showcasing emerging talents in a compelling adaptation.

Musical Theatre Guild, the Los Angeles-based company that produces staged readings of long-forgotten, rarely seen musicals, has done it again with a stellar and highly entertaining production of the 1970 musical Applause. 

The 25th anniversary celebration of Flamenco Festival New York will feature programming that evokes this endless love affair between the city of skyscrapers and flamenco.

Tanglewood has revealed the details of its 2026 season, opening in late June and continuing to Labor Day weekend. The schedule brings many of the world’s most exciting musicians to the beautiful Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts.

The City of Palo Alto has invited TheatreWorks Silicon Valley to potentially partner on the performing arts portion of the planned development for Cubberley Community Center.

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has detailed its new programming series, Oscars Season at the Academy Museum, running now through March 22. The programming offers audiences the chance to celebrate the 98th Oscars and immerse themselves in Oscars history.

MadKap Productions will present the musical COMPANY for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie. from Feb 6 through Mar 1, 2026.

Ballet Hispánico will bring a unique interpretation of Bizet's Carmen to Scottsdale on January 31, 2026, featuring choreography by Gustavo Ramírez Sansano.

During and prior to the Golden Age of Broadway, songs regularly premiered on stage and then charted, spending time on the radio and becoming popular worldwide. In the 1960s, Broadway songs and popular music diverged, and work from musicals was no longer synonymous with chart hits. There have certainly been a good share of exceptions since that decade, as Broadway has evolved to mirror popular, current music genres. Several of the songs that have broken through to the Billboard charts can be heard on Broadway!