THIS NOW NAKED LIFE to Make Debut at New York Festival of Song
by Rachel Stone - Oct 22, 2026
New York Festival of Song will present THIS NOW NAKED LIFE, a program of contemporary vocal works curated by pianist Nathaniel LaNasa, featuring world premiere selections from composer leiken's I HAVE BEEN THE BLUE SALMON.
Desplat Scores THE SOCIAL RECKONING Soundtrack
by Rachel Stone - Oct 20, 2026
Alexandre Desplat's score for THE SOCIAL RECKONING, Aaron Sorkin's companion to THE SOCIAL NETWORK, is out now and features Renée Fleming on 'The Lament.'
Review: Bruno Mars Gives Vancouver a Night to Remember on THE ROMANTIC TOUR
by Alyson Eng - Oct 19, 2026
On Wednesday, October 14, Mars kicked off the first of five Vancouver concerts on THE ROMANTIC TOUR, bringing his latest stadium production to BC Place. Joined by RAYE and longtime collaborator Anderson .Paak, who opened the evening as DJ Pee .Wee before returning for a Silk Sonic reunion, Mars treated the audience to a night of music, dancing, and plenty of humour.
GALANTIS Releases THE DEVIL'S TAX RETURN: VOLUME 1 EP
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026
Swedish producer Christian Karlsson's GALANTIS released a six-track EP of reimagined covers via Counter Records, featuring reworkings of tracks by The Killers, Feist, Frankie Valli, José González, Paleface ft. Kyla, and The War on Drugs.
Ava Franks & YOUNG RISING SONS Release Indie Pop Single
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026
Ava Franks and YOUNG RISING SONS collaborated on "Sweetless Surrender," a 90s-inspired indie pop track featuring an anthemic chorus and lush soundscapes. The New York singer-songwriter marks her first official collaboration with the Jersey band.
BIG: THE MUSICAL to Open at Skylight Music Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2026
Skylight Music Theatre will present BIG: THE MUSICAL at the Cabot Theatre in Milwaukee, with Zach Thomas Woods as Josh Baskin and Brianna Bauch as Susan Lawrence, plus live musicians and alternating youth casts.
Interview: Karole Foreman of SANTA ZADDY in Los Angeles & San Diego
by Gavin Glynn - Oct 10, 2026
Karole recently appeared in Cygnet Theatre’s production of Sondheim's Follies, winning a San Diego Craig Noel Award for her performance. Other notable stage credits include the Old Globe’s production of Murder on the Orient Express, the reprise of Jelly’s Last Jam, at The Pasadena Playhouse, and regional appearances of her LA Ovation award-winning performance as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill. She has won numerous Best Actress awards for the short film Light Bunny, by Valerian Zamel. Karole is a multi-hyphenate artist who has had an extensive career in stage, film, and television. She also produces through her company Signal Hill Sandbox, Inc. and has won awards for her writing. Her most recent collaboration is a jazz holiday song SANTA ZADDY written with Damon Carter and Karl Vincent. https://release.landr.com/991048980792
Shawn Doyle to Join AMERICAN BUFFALO at Coal Mine Theatre
by Rachel Stone - Oct 8, 2026
Film and television actor Shawn Doyle has joined the cast of David Mamet's AMERICAN BUFFALO at Coal Mine Theatre in Toronto, alongside Ted Dykstra and Mackenzie Wojcik, directed by Jordan Laffrenier.
THE BORROWERS to Return to New Vic Theatre Beginning in November
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
New Vic Theatre revives its acclaimed adaptation of Mary Norton's THE BORROWERS, running from November 13, 2026 to January 23, 2027 in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Directed by Theresa Heskins, the production marks the theatre's 40th anniversary celebration.
Interview: The Team Behind HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD On A Decade Of Magic
by Guest Author - Oct 6, 2026
As Harry Potter and the Cursed Child celebrates a decade of magic, the show is now looking forward to a new chapter when it re-opens as a one-part production on 9 October. Writer Jack Thorne, director John Tiffany and producers Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender, reflect on a decade which has seen Harry Potter and the Cursed Child become one of the most successful and awarded plays in British theatre.
GHOST NOTES to Make NYC Debut at Royal Family
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
Psychic medium Jess Perlman will present GHOST NOTES, a musical evening blending live audience readings with improvisational music at Royal Family in New York. The production will run for ten performances only.
Jenn Colella, Ali Ewoldt, Christine Ebersole and More Set for October at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
54 Below will present performers from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and entertainment, including artists in October, including Jenn Colella, Ali Ewoldt, Christine Ebersole and more.
THE QUEEN IS IN THE PARLOUR to Hold Industry Reading in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026
An industry reading of the new comedy THE QUEEN IS IN THE PARLOUR, written by Marc Goldsmith and Laurence Holzman, will feature Sophie Hayden, Donna English, Lenny Wolpe, and other Broadway performers, directed by Don Stephenson.
The Cell Unveils 27 Resident Artists for 2027-28 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026
the cell in Chelsea will present 22 new projects from over 27 resident playwrights, composers, designers, and interdisciplinary artists developing new work through readings, workshops, and staged productions.