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Tom Holland has revealed that his previously announced Fred Astaire biopic has resumed development following the lengthy writers' strike in Hollywood.

The Bret Adams and Paul Reisch Foundation has announced the recipients of their 2023 Idea Awards for Theatre; three categories of grants awarded to adventurous new voices in playwriting and musical theatre, as well the visionary playwrights who have inspired and blazed trails before them.

This job has been very rewarding, giving me something new to learn each day, whether it be about my school's history, libraries in general, or even myself. Here are some highlights!

London-based, Italian artist Giulia Tess, shares new single “4-2-2”, a raucous collab with East Coast rap duo, They Hate Change. Blending Giulia's rich and emotive synth-led take on club music with the Florida-based duo's electro-footwork-hiphop-hybrid, the result is an impossible-to-pigeonhole, big dancefloor banger with a punkish attitude.

“There are simply too many notes, that's all. Just cut a few and it will be perfect.” Peter Shaffer’s irreverent, yet at times poignant and thought-provoking, take on the relationship between Mozart and Salieri began life as a National Theatre production – its big screen adaptation garnered accolades following its 1984 release, and retains its popularity almost 40 years later.

The tournament kicked off with a round robin of players that included Jason Collins, Kate Hudson, James Valentine, Lauren Sanchez, Corey Gamble, Meghan Trainor, Daryl Sabara, Rob Lowe and John Owen Lowe, local pickleball enthusiasts and several top professional pickleball players – Federico Staksrud, Mary Brascia, Maggie Brascia and Thomas Wilson.

Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, opened their production of the world premiere of The Great Gatsby, based on the iconic novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. What did the critics think?

Mary Shelley's shocking classic novel, Frankenstein, receives new life at Cleveland Play House. A haunting and highly theatrical adaptation of the classic horror story. Directed by Michael Barakiva, the production features Josh Bates, Madeline Calais, Ellen Grace Diehl, Gavin Michaels, and Kayodè Soyemi.

Three of opera’s most eminent music directors have predicted “the demise” of the English National Opera if planned cuts go ahead in a letter published in The Times.

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the line-up of the highly anticipated 12th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival, running from November 3-19, 2023.

Leela Dance Collective, the Los Angeles-based kathak dance company, announces the successful achievement of its $1 million goal for The Leela Foundation. Learn how this endowment fund will support the future of kathak dance and Hindustani classical music in the United States.

The Royal Ballet and Yorke Dance Project will present the world premiere of a new film of Kenneth MacMillan’s ballet, Sea of Troubles.

After a thirty-year tenure at Court Theatre, the professional theatre of the University of Chicago, Charles Newell has decided to transition out of his role as Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director in June 2024.

This autumn, Yorke Dance Project will give the world premiere of its new film of Sir Kenneth MacMillan's ballet Sea of Troubles which famously explored the psychological truths and dynamics between the characters in Shakespeare's Hamlet. Learn more about the film and find out how to attend the premiere here!

The “Dancing with the Stars” season 32 celebrity cast and their professional dancing partners were announced live on ABC’s “Good Morning America.” From “Vanderpump Rules,” Ariana Madix to “The Brady Bunch” actor Barry Williams, get all the details on the cast for season 32 now!

Absolutely Magic will present Discovering Magic with Andrew Pinard at the Hatbox Theatre on select evenings through August 2024. Check out photos here!

Don't miss the highly anticipated US debut of the Australian Haydn Ensemble! Catch their program of Haydn, Mozart, and J.C. Bach as they explore 18th-century reflections on the times of day. With seven concerts across the East and West Coasts from October 12 to 21, 2023, this is a tour you won't want to miss. Find out the tour dates and locations here.

Death is not the end - at least, if there is a journalist on hand to tell the world of your deeds. Michael Coveney is best known for his work as a theatre critic at the Daily Mail, Financial Times, The Guardian and Observer alongside which he wrote a series of obituaries covering many of the most famous actors of the last century.

Don't miss out on STEREOPHONIC, a phenomenal play with music by Will Butler of Arcade Fire, exclusively at Playwrights Horizons. Find out the dates and book your tickets now for this unforgettable theatrical experience.

Miami New Drama, under the astute leadership of Artistic Director Michel Hausmann and Managing Director Nicholas Richberg, in a groundbreaking collaboration with Tectonic Theater Project, proudly presents the world premiere of Las Aventuras de Juan Planchard, a theatrical adaptation by award-winning playwright Moisés Kaufman, based on the bestselling novel by Jonathan Jakubowicz.

Experience the thrilling premiere of Moisés Kaufman’s Las Aventuras de Juan Planchard at Miami New Drama. Don't miss this limited engagement running at Miami New Drama Theater. Catch the exciting performances live and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Juan Planchard.

Global megastar and eight-time GRAMMY Award-winner Usher has announced the final 12 dates for his Usher: My Way The Vegas Residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM, which has been a smash hit since opening in July of 2022, selling out all shows to date. Check out how to get tickets now!

Yorke Dance Project, the contemporary ballet company run by Yolande Yorke-Edgell, has two major premieres this autumn: its film of Sea of Troubles, Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s ballet based on Hamlet, and a new mixed bill, California Connections, which pays tribute to three inspirational female choreographers – Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham and Bella Lewitzy.

Join SA musician Daylin Sass and special guests Jodi Jantjies and Sayde Fillis for an emotional and captivating tribute show in honor of Heritage Month. Get ready to be moved by the heartfelt performances at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World.

'Strings' builds on a new era of music for MAX, which kicked off with Platinum single 'Butterflies' feat. Ali Gatie, the 100-million-streamer “IT’S YOU” feat. keshi, plus critical and fan favorites “Gucci Bag” and “Wasabi.” When MAX isn’t crafting pop sensations for himself, he often lends his talents to enormous artists.