Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST North American tour reached one million guests on October 6 at The Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, California, after 500-plus performances. The production plays 32 cities through the 2026-27 season.
A new book by Brian Beck and Piotr Orlov features essays from 80 celebrated musicians, including Dolly Parton, Erykah Badu, Chris Stapleton, and Jamie xx, highlighting overlooked and beloved albums.
54 Below will present performers from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and entertainment, including artists in October, including Jenn Colella, Ali Ewoldt, Christine Ebersole and more.
John Mellencamp's new lyric book traces his evolution as a songwriter and poet across five decades, featuring previously unpublished photographs, handwritten drafts, and a foreword by Stephen King.
Pluto TV's Halloween Hits collection streams free horror films throughout the month, including 30 titles spanning major franchises, Stephen King adaptations, found-footage films, and box-office hits.
3Arts named ten recipients of its 2026 Awards across five artistic disciplines. The Chicago nonprofit will honor the awardees at a ceremony featuring performances by past recipients.
Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the first North American touring production in over 25 years, will begin performances at The Paramount Theatre in Seattle. Tickets will be available through multiple channels including online and at the box office.
The Country Music Association announced BROOKS & DUNN as recipients of the 2026 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, to be presented during The 60th Annual CMA Awards from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena.
Zec Luhana and Sia Gbamoi will lead the world premiere of Jade Hackett's dance production, set to a score by Omar and staged by Sadler's Wells and Wolverhampton Grand Theatre.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, is headed to Columbus.
Orlando Gay Chorus has named Dr. L. Fabián González its 13th Artistic Director following a nationwide search. González will lead the chorus into its 37th season and make his concert debut with Gay on a SLAY this December.
Zec Luhana and Sia Gbamoi will lead the world premiere of Jade Hackett's THE LOVE BOOK, a Windrush love story set to hip hop and lyrical dance featuring music by Omar.
Kenny Whitmire released a new single with Vince Gill and is set to make his Grand Ole Opry debut amid a run of tour dates and support slots.
Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway Across Canada announced ticket sales for a limited engagement of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, marKing the musical's first North American tour in over 25 years.
Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway Across Canada will open ticket sales for the touring production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, set to play the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium for a limited engagement.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Acrisure Amphitheater, July 31, 2026
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
Stages St. Louis has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Guys & Dolls. Directed by James Monroe Iglehart, the classic musical will run July 24 through August 23 at The Ross Family Theatre.
CAP UCLA announced its 2026-27 season spanning music, dance, theater, and film, featuring Akram Khan Company's final touring production, a world premiere punk operetta starring Kathleen Hanna, and Kronos Quartet performing an all-Glass program.
Speight Jenkins, who led Seattle Opera for 31 years and transformed it into one of the most respected opera companies in the US, has died at 89, the company announced.
St Martin-in-the-Fields will present a landmark anniversary season featuring the Monteverdi Choir, Academy of St Martin in the Fields, The Sixteen, Tallis Scholars, and soloists including Iestyn Davies and Danielle de Niese.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL will embark on a new UK tour, opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre before visiting over 20 cities. The production features direction by Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell and music by Bryan Adams.
BAM Rose Cinemas will present FILMAFRICA 2026, a showcase of contemporary and classic Pan-African cinema curated by the New York African Film Festival, featuring world, US, and North American premieres from Uganda, Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, and beyond.
MarKing the first West End transfer for The Bridge, the multi-award-winning production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Into The Woods will run in the West End this Autumn.
London Theatre Company has announced new cast members joining the company of Into The Woods. Learn more about the show, how to get tickets, and the new cast members here!
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