BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL Reveals Three Actors to Star as Ali Rose
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026
Natalia Jacques, Gracie O'Brien, and Cecilia Petrush will share the role of Ali Rose in BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL, with Jacques leading the West End run, O'Brien heading the UK tour, and Petrush serving as alternate.
Composer Randy Edelman to Perform Scores From GHOSTBUSTERS, DRAGONHEART and More in New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Composer and pianist Randy Edelman will perform at several New York venues, including Carnegie Hall, Stonewall Inn, and Triad Theater, featuring film scores from Ghostbusters, Dragonheart, and more.
DESPERATE SCOUSEWIVES UK Tour to Hit Four Merseyside Venues
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
The first UK tour of Desperate Scousewives: Lily's Story, led by Benidorm star Crissy Rock, is set to play four Merseyside venues, including the Epstein Theatre in Liverpool, with some performances already sold out.
AS YOU LIKE IT, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, and More Set For Richmond Shakespeare Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Richmond Shakespeare announced its 2026 Shakespeare Festival, featuring productions of AS YOU LIKE IT, THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF AMERICA (ABRIDGED), and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST staged across gardens, amphitheatres, and historic venues in Richmond and Williamsburg, VA.
Photos: EMPTY NIGHT to Make Virginia Beach Debut at Z Fringe Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
Hattimatim-Team has released production photos from EMPTY NIGHT, a new play written and directed by award-winning playwright Abhisek Bhattacharya. The production was presented at the Z Fringe Festival at Zeiders American Dream Theater in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
THE PIGEON FACTORY to Make UK Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
Oh!Scare Wilde Productions will present the UK premiere of THE PIGEON FACTORY at Underbelly Cowgate as part of the Culture Ireland Edinburgh Showcase, a darkly absurd one-man show written and performed by Aaron O'Neill.
Review: Circa's HUMANS 2.0, Presented By Spoleto USA
by S.E. Barcus - May 28, 2026
Contemporary circus company, Circa, has come to Charleston, South Carolina, as part of Spoleto USA’s 50th season, with their Humans 2.0. This is the next installment after their successful Humans production — although with their current creation and context, the “2.0” more ironically evokes a software upgrade than a performance sequel.
FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL to Make World Premiere at The Warehouse Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
The Warehouse Theatre will present the world premiere of FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL (Or I Love Lave Dash), a new comedy by Kristoffer Diaz, on its Main Stage in Greenville, SC.
WHATEVER THE WEATHER to Open as Immersive Play Installation at London's Unicorn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
WHATEVER THE WEATHER, a sensory play installation designed for children aged 0-7, is set to open at London's Unicorn Theatre before transferring to Theatre Hullabaloo.
PASSING STRANGE to Close The Studio@620 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
The Studio@620 in St. Petersburg will close its landmark season with a full-scale production of the Tony Award-winning rock musical PASSING STRANGE, directed by Artistic Executive Director Erica Sutherlin.
Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestra Heads to Austria and Czech Republic on European Tour
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
The Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestra will perform works by Mozart, Mendelssohn, Brahms, and others at Vienna's Minoritenkirche and Prague Conservatory Hall, marking the ensemble's first international tour since 2005.
TALKING DREADS, IMPROV ASYLUM, and BEARLY DEAD Will Come to Spire Center For Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Two popular tribute bands and a Boston comedy institution will be performing at Plymouth's Spire Center in the coming months. Learn more about the shows here!
GLACIER To Be Performed By JCWK Dance Lab At The Lancaster Fringe Fest
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 17, 2026
JCWK Dance Lab will bring GLACIER, a 22-minute contemporary dance work exploring climate change through STEAM, to the inaugural Lancaster Fringe Fest at Tellus 360 in downtown Lancaster.
Photos: GUNFIGHT AT THE NOT-SO-OK SALOON & DOES NOT COMPUTE Double Bill at the John Cullum Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
All new photos have been released from the double bill of new musicals, Gunfight at the Not‑So‑OK Saloon and Does Not Compute. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Carnegie Hall Will Present THE CARLISLE FLOYD CENTENNIAL Concert
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Carnegie Hall will host a centennial concert honoring American opera composer Carlisle Floyd, featuring mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, conductor Christopher James Ray, and the inaugural Carlisle Floyd Prize for Voice.
Cassidy Janson Will Star in BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Olivier Award winner Cassidy Janson will play Tess Richarde in BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL at The Arts at Marble Arch, following the show's sold-out run at the Savoy Theatre.
Jo Dee Messina's BRIDGES TOUR Will Come to Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Country star Jo Dee Messina will bring her Bridges Tour to Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls, SD. Learn more about the upcoming performance and how to get tickets here!
Paul Thorn Perform at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Singer-songwriter Paul Thorn will perform at The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, FL. Tickets start at $35 and are available through Ruth Eckerd Hall.
TEXAS MUSIC REVOLUTION Documentary Heads to LA With Music Contest
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
The documentary TEXAS MUSIC REVOLUTION will screen at three Laemmle Theatres locations in Los Angeles from May 18-20, 2026. Directed by Troy Paff. The film features appearances by Kiefer Sutherland alongside musicians connected to the worlds of outlaw country, Americana, and Red Dirt music.
TRANSFIXED! A Youth-Driven Magical Coming-of-Age Show To Be Presented at NEYT
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
New England Youth Theatre will present TRANSFIXED!, a devised production set in a magical realm where young people navigate power and resistance, featuring cast-created costumes, choreography, and lip-syncing.
ANTI-FASCIST PASTA NIGHT To Be Presented at Edinburgh Fringe 2026
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Comedian Ron Placone will premiere ANTI-FASCIST PASTA NIGHT at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, a political stand-up hour exploring politics, culture, and the anti-fascist roots of pasta, with preview shows in Los Angeles and New York.
TRAINSPOTTING THE MUSICAL Will Come to Bradford Following West End World Premiere
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Irvine Welsh's TRAINSPOTTING THE MUSICAL, direct from its West End world premiere, will embark on a UK tour with a stop at Bradford Live, featuring an all-Scottish cast led by Robbie Scott as Renton.
Photos: SOUTH PACIFIC Opens At Paramount Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 9, 2026
Set in a tropical paradise with warm sea breezes, breathless sunsets and B-29 Bombers, South Pacific is one of the most romantic musical of all time, and also an uplifting tale that reminds us all of the importance of celebrating cultural differences.
Boston Symphony Orchestra Plans 2027 European Tour with Lang Lang
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Andris Nelsons will present a nine-performance European tour, their eighth and final international tour together, with guest soloist Lang Lang.
Photos: Annette Bening and Ella Beatty Visit THE BALUSTERS
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2026
Annette Bening and Ella Beatty recently paid a visit to The Balusters, which is now playing on Broadway at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The pair posed with the cast backstage after the performance. Check out the photos here!
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