New York City Ballet Names Beatrice Jona Affron as New Associate Music Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
New York City Ballet has appointed Beatrice Jona Affron as the company's next Associate Music Director, adding new leadership to its music staff. Affron currently serves as Music Director for the Philadelphia Ballet.
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.
Sam Beam and Lindsey Ferrentino Join Hermitage Beach Program
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Grammy-nominated Sam Beam (Iron & Wine) and Broadway playwright Lindsey Ferrentino will appear at the Hermitage Artist Retreat's beachfront 'Script & Song' program, as the retreat also celebrates a Pulitzer Prize win for a Hermitage-born production.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet Will Present SMUIN IN FRAME for 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announced its 33rd season, SMUIN IN FRAME, featuring world and regional premieres by Val Caniparoli, Nicolo Fonte, My'Kal Stromile, and Amy Seiwert across Four programs in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Sean Swenson's NANCY Will Make New York Premiere at Brick Aux in Brooklyn
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
NANCY, a new play by Sean Swenson, will have its New York premiere at the Brick Aux Studio in Brooklyn. The cast includes Swenson, Gabs Ethridge, and Sam Grace Lane, with tickets starting at $20.
SOLDIERS OF TOMORROW English Premiere Will Come to the Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
The Finborough Theatre will present the English premiere of SOLDIERS OF TOMORROW, an award-winning play by Itai Erdal exploring the Arab-Israeli conflict, the occupation of Palestine, and the events leading to October 7.
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Will Come to the Gamm in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre will close Season 41 with Tennessee Williams' CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, directed by Steve Kidd, featuring Nora Eschenheimer, Michael Underhill, Joe Penczak, and Karen MacDonald.
José Limón Dance Foundation 80th Anniversary Gala to Honor Kristen Brogdon & Anna Di Stasi
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
The José Limón Dance Foundation announced its 80th Anniversary Gala, honoring Kristen Brogdon & Northrop and Anna Di Stasi, with the evening dedicated to Carla Maxwell at Lavan Midtown in NYC.
Daryl D. Brooks Named Artistic Director Of Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026
Black Ensemble Theater has promoted Daryl D. Brooks to Artistic Director, and revealed and the opening of a new 150-seat Studio Theater, rehearsal room and dressing room as the second phase of the Free to BE Village.
Laura James, Tim Realbuto, and Nigel Lythgoe Will Lead MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN at Theatre West
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
'Raging Bull' actress Laura James, 'Bobcat Moretti' star Tim Realbuto, and Four-time Emmy winner Nigel Lythgoe will lead a staged reading of Brecht's MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN at Theatre West in Hollywood.
MOTHER COURAGE at Theatre West To Star Laura James, Tim Realbuto & Nigel Lythgoe
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026
Laura James, Tim Realbuto, and Four-time Emmy winner Nigel Lythgoe will lead a staged reading of Bertolt Brecht's MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN at Theatre West in Hollywood, directed by Louis Fantasia.
Cape Ann Symphony Concludes Season 74 With ROSSINI, GRIEG, TCHAIKOVSKY and Pianist MOYER
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Cape Ann Symphony closes Season 74 with a program featuring Rossini, Grieg, and Tchaikovsky at Manchester-Essex Regional High School, with pianist Frederick Moyer performing the Grieg Piano Concerto.
David Rothenberg Makes 54 Below Debut with NEVER TOO LATE in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will welcome David Rothenberg on May 3 at 1pm. 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will welcome David Rothenberg on May 3 at 1pm.
Eric Carle Museum Unveils 2026 Carle Honors Honorees Including Bryan Collier
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art announced its 2026 Carle Honors honorees, recognizing Bryan Collier, Ellen Michelson, the International Youth Library, Claudia Bedrick, and Robert L. Forbes at a September 17 gala in New York City.
Crow's Theatre Reveals 2026-27 Season - A FINE BALANCE, MACBETH and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026
Crow's Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season—the organization's 43rd season of programming—celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their permanent east-end home at Dundas and Carlaw.
20th Anniversary George Enescu International Competition Opens Applications Worldwide
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026
The 2026 edition of the biennial George Enescu International Competition will be held from August 23 to September 19, 2026, in Bucharest, Romania, with Four divisions for entrants in Composition, Cello, Violin, and Piano.
Deafinitely Theatre Will Launch UK Tour of Mike Bartlett’s BULL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026
To celebrate Sign Language Week, Deafinitely Theatre has announced the UK tour of Bull by Mike Bartlett in a co-production with Birmingham Rep and Park Theatre.
Grounds For Sculpture Unveils 2026 Exhibition and Bloom Highlights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ, has revealed its 2026 schedule featuring seasonal blooms and new art installations. The park offers visitors a unique cultural experience with over 300 sculptures.
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA Unveils 2026/27 Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA will present a dynamic 2026/27 season featuring a mix of masterworks and contemporary pieces under Music Director Salvador Brotons.
Composer Hans Thomalla to Release New Opera DARK FALL in April 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026
Composer Hans Thomalla will release his new opera DARK FALL, based on Goethe's 'Elective Affinities', on April 3, 2026. The opera, conducted by GRAMMY-winning Alan Pierson, features a talented cast and will be available on Oehms Classics.
Young Texas Artists to Host 2026 BACH, BEETHOVEN & BARBECUE Gala in Conroe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Arts nonprofit Young Texas Artists pulling out all the stops to celebrate its home state. The 2026 Bach, Beethoven & Barbecue gala will be a grand, boot-stomping salute to Texas.
The Red Hot Chilli Pipers Come to the Warner Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026
The Warner Theatre has announced that the world-renowned Red Hot Chilli Pipers will be performing live on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Oneglia Auditorium.
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA to Showcase American Classics in February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA's 2025/26 season continues with an all-American program conducted by VSO-USA's Music Director and Conductor Salvador Brotons.
Photos: Nicola Roberts in Rehearsal For HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
All new rehearsal photos have been released of Nicola Roberts from the BRIT Award-winning pop group Girls Aloud, as she rehearses for the West End production of the multi award-winning musical Hadestown.
Review: 'JOSEPHINE' & 'PAGLIACCI' at Union Avenue Opera
by Steve Callahan - Jul 28, 2025
A powerful double-bill. 'Josephine' is a stunning mini-biography of a great star; 'Pagliacci' is an overpoweringly passionate step into verismo opera.
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