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Mozart's DON GIOVANNI to Open Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2026/27 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Aug 13, 2026

Bass-baritone Christian Van Horn will star in Mozart's Don Giovanni, directed by Robert Falls and conducted by Enrique Mazzola, launching Lyric Opera of Chicago's new season.

Hermitage Artist Retreat Adds Mark Ronson, Will Butler to Curatorial Council

by A.A. Cristi • Aug 12, 2026

The Hermitage Artist Retreat named its 2026-2027 National Curatorial Council, adding Mark Ronson, Will Butler, Bill Rauch, Ian Alteveer, and Justin Torres to the Sarasota County arts organization's roster of nominators.

Photos: Beth Leavel Inducted Into The Muny Hall of Fame

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Aug 12, 2026

Tony Award winner Beth Leavel was inducted into the Muny Hall of Fame, honoring her contributions in more than a dozen Muny productions over four decades. See photos from the ceremony!

Brandon Flowers Talks THRASHER, Elvis and MR. BRIGHTSIDE with Anthony Mason

by Rachel Stone • Aug 12, 2026

Brandon Flowers discussed his new solo album THRASHER, his sister's abusive marriage and an imagined encounter with Elvis Presley in a new interview with Anthony Mason.

Antonia Franceschi Named Artistic Director of New York Theatre Ballet

by A.A. Cristi • Aug 10, 2026

New York Theatre Ballet has named Antonia Franceschi as its permanent Artistic Director following her tenure as Interim Artistic Director, the company's board chair announced.

Don McLean to Return to Bilheimer Capitol Theatre

by Rachel Stone • Aug 10, 2026

The GRAMMY-honored singer-songwriter behind American Pie is set to perform at the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, with tickets set to go on sale this week.

RON DROTOS AND FRIENDS to Return to Pangea for Two Shows

by Stephi Wild • Aug 5, 2026

Jazz pianist Ron Drotos will return to Pangea with vocalists Lina Koutrakos, Dorian Woodruff, and Juliet Ewing for two evenings of jazz, bossa, ballads, and blues.

MAKING IT HAPPEN Festival of 15-Minute Musicals Unveils Lineup

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Jul 30, 2026

The Theater Center selected 12 new musicals for its Making It Happen Festival, with three advancing to a final round to compete for a $5000 grand prize at the Jerry Orbach Theater.

Cast and Creative Team Set For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Altadena Music Theatre

by Stephi Wild • Jul 28, 2026

Altadena Music Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, with performances set for the Mountain View Mausoleum in Altadena.

LIONEL RICHIE: KING OF HEARTS to Return to Wynn Las Vegas This Fall

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 27, 2026

Lionel Richie will bring King of Hearts back to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for six performances, following his North American tour, with tickets going on sale to the public this week.

Amon Amarth to Release 'The Allfather Awakens' Album on Metal Blade Records

by Joshua Wright • Jul 22, 2026

Amon Amarth announced a new album, 'The Allfather Awakens,' on Metal Blade Records, alongside the debut of lead single and video 'Gjallarhorn.'

INAPPROPRIATE CONTACT TOUR: Comedian Jeff Dunham to Perform at The Weidner

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 15, 2026

Comedian Jeff Dunham will bring his Inappropriate Contact Tour to The Weidner in Green Bay, marking his first regional performance in over two years. Tickets go on sale exclusively at WeidnerCenter.com.

BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT's George Sampson Joins SLEEPING BEAUTY Panto

by Stephi Wild • Jul 15, 2026

Britain's Got Talent winner George Sampson will star as Prince George in SLEEPING BEAUTY at the Oak Theatre near Ormskirk, joining panto veterans David Foster, Mary Shanker, Suzanne Fulton, and Danny Childs in Anton Benson Productions' festive show.

BEYOND THE STARDUST to Open at The Flea With Full Cast Announced

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 9, 2026

The Flea announced the cast of BEYOND THE STARDUST, an immersive nightlife show conceived by Niegel Smith and The Illustrious Blacks, featuring aerialists, vocalists, and dancers in an Afro-disco-space-punk production.

GREASE and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS to Open Altadena Music Theatre's 2026 Summer Season

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 8, 2026

Altadena Music Theatre announced its 2026 summer season with productions of GREASE and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, performed at a temporary outdoor venue at the Mountain View Mausoleum after the Eaton Fire displaced the company.

THE SHARK IS BROKEN to Open at Amphibian Stage in Fort Worth

by A.A. Cristi • Jul 7, 2026

Amphibian Stage will present THE SHARK IS BROKEN, Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon's behind-the-scenes comedy about the chaotic making of Jaws, featuring a cast of DFW veterans directed by David A. Miller.

PURPLE XPERIENCE to Perform at FSCJ Artist Series

by A.A. Cristi • Jun 29, 2026

Marshall Charloff & Purple xPeRIeNCE will perform in Jacksonville as part of the FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville season, with tickets on sale soon.

Todd Rundgren's DAMNED IF I DO TOUR to Stop at Bilheimer Capitol Theatre

by A.A. Cristi • Jun 10, 2026

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Todd Rundgren will bring his Damned If I Do Tour to the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater for two nights, with tickets starting at $51.50.

EARTH, WIND & FIRE Show at MACC to Feature Added Hawaiian Artist

by Stephi Wild • Jun 8, 2026

The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present Earth, Wind & Fire with a newly added Hawaiian artist on the bill. A new documentary about the legendary band is also set for release.

THE 20TH ANNUAL NOTABLE OCCASION Will Come to Carnegie Hall

by Stephi Wild • Jun 2, 2026

Nicola and Beatrice Bulgari will host the Carnegie Hall Notables—a membership program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s—for the 20th Annual Notable Occasion.

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.