BACK TO THE FUTURE, HARRY POTTER, And Tom Papa Headline February At The Broward Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Fort Lauderdale will host an array of top comedy performers and exciting national tours throughout February. The events, featuring renowned comedians and acclaimed shows, will take place at various venues across the city, offering entertainment options for all.
Carnegie Hall Unveils UNITED IN SOUND Festival 2026 Partner Events
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Carnegie Hall has announced its schedule of partner events presented by leading cultural and academic institutions across New York City and beyond from February through July 2026 as part of the Hall's United in Sound: America at 250 festival.
THE BIG BANG BENEFIT Comes to Judson Memorial Church in February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will present THE BIG BANG BENEFIT on February 5th and 6th, featuring live readings, music, and dinners to support downtown New York's artistic community. The event includes performances by notable actors and musicians, with proceeds aiding Judson Commons.
Up on the Marquee: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Pounces to Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 22, 2026
The jellicles are coming! CATS: The Jellicle Ball will begin Broadway previews at the Broadhurst Theatre on Wednesday, March 18 ahead of a Tuesday, April 7 opening night. The theatre was most recently home to Rob Lake Magic with Special Guests The Muppets, which closed on November 16, 2025. Check out photos of the new marquee here!
Irish Trio Socks In The Frying Pan To Embark on Coast-to-Coast US Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026
Irish traditional trio Socks in the Frying Pan will embark on a US coast-to-coast tour this St. Patrick's Day season with over 20 performances across 17 states from February 14 - March 15, 2026.
SINATRA THE MUSICAL Will Open in London's West End This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Sinatra The Musical, a new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon, will open in London in 2026. The Broadway-aimed musical will begin performances at Aldwych Theatre, London on Wednesday 3 June 2026.
Factory International Reveals Season Spring 2026 Season, Including New Exhibition By Ai Weiwei
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Factory International will present a new exhibition by Ai Weiwei and other premieres at Aviva Studios in Spring 2026. Learn more about the full upcoming season here!
WILD ABOUT YOU Will Hold Industry Reading in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The new musical WILD ABOUT YOU recently completed a private table reading and is set for an industry reading in March, followed by its first developmental production.
Birdland Sets Two-Week Lineup With Ms. Lisa Fischer, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith, And Vince Giordano
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming for January 19 through February 1. Highlights include Ms. Lisa Fischer featuring the Orrin Evans Trio, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith Quartet, and return engagements by Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks and Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.
New York Live Arts To Present North American Premiere Of THE GRAVE’S TEARS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
New York Live Arts will present the North American premiere of The Grave’s Tears by choreographer Roderick George, a full-length dance work exploring the legacy of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and the ongoing erasure of LGBTQIA+ communities.
Michelle Cann Will Perform Grieg Piano Concerto
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026
Two-time GRAMMY Award winner Michelle Cann, lauded champion of Florence Price's music, displays her versatility performing repertoire of the mid-Romantic period at Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) concerts February 7-8.
CUNY Dance Initiative to Showcase New Development of CLUB ACT by The New Jack Cole Dancers
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026
The CUNY Dance Initiative will present a developmental showing of CLUB ACT by The NEW Jack Cole Dancers at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center. The performance is part of CDI’s ongoing residency program supporting New York City choreographers.
The Bessies 2024 And 2025 Award Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026
Dixon Place will present the prestigious Bessies award ceremony, recognizing outstanding dance and performance artists, on January 20. This event highlights the achievements in dance and provides a platform for artists to be acknowledged.
BroadwayCon 2026 to Feature AANHPI Joy Concert at The Palladium Times Square
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026
BroadwayCon will present a special AANHPI concert on Friday, January 23, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at The Palladium Times Square in New York City. The concert will take place at the venue’s location at 1515 Broadway, at the corner of West 44th Street and Broadway.
CUNY Dance Initiative to Present Developmental Showing Of The NEW Jack Cole Dancers' CLUB ACT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
The CUNY Dance Initiative will present a developmental showing of CLUB ACT by The NEW Jack Cole Dancers at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center. This event features jazz and theater dance in a tribute to choreographer Jack Cole.
Luna Composition Lab Unveils 10th Anniversary Commissioning Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
Luna Composition Lab will celebrate its 10th anniversary by commissioning nearly 75 new works for 50 alumni, to be performed by top ensembles in the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons.
NY Irish Center Extends CROSSROADS CONCERTS Series Through June
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2026
The NY Irish Center will present the CROSSROADS CONCERTS series, showcasing global-Irish music influences, until June.
Judson Memorial Church to Host A BIG BANG BENEFIT Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will host A Big Bang Benefit, a two-night festival of live readings, music, and communal dinners celebrating the church's 133-year tradition of supporting bold, artist-driven work in downtown New York.
Emi Ferguson to Perform at Crosby Alumni Music Series in Sarasota
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Juilliard-trained violinist Emi Ferguson will return to Sarasota to perform at the Crosby Alumni Music Series, hosted by the Hermitage Artist Retreat, showcasing her renowned musical talents.
GatherNYC to Feature Empire Wild, Sonnambula, Tallā Rouge, and Boyd Meets Girl in Upcoming Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026
GatherNYC, a revolutionary concert experience founded in 2018 by cellist Laura Metcalf and guitarist Rupert Boyd, continues its expanded 2025-2026 season at the series' home venue, Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) (2 Columbus Circle).
The Farm Theater Awards Nandita Shenoy With 2026-27 College Collaboration Project Commission
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
The Farm Theater has awarded playwright Nandita Shenoy with the 2026-27 College Collaboration Project Commission. Shenoy will collaborate with students at Centre College in Danville, KY and the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music.
BROADWAY’S NEXT HIT MUSICAL To Return To 54 Below This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Broadway’s Next Hit Musical will return to 54 Below with a special APAP-week performance featuring guest artist Krystal Mackie. The show presents an improvised musical awards format driven by audience suggestions.
Nikki Glaser to Bring THE STUNNING TOUR to the Kentucky Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Comedian Nikki Glaser's The Stunning Tour is making 29 stops across Europe and North America beginning in June, including The Kentucky Center in Louisville.
Boston Jazz Collective Club D'Elf to Peform At The Spire Center For Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Jazz collective Club d'Elf will play at the Spire Center for Performing Arts. Winners of a Boston Music Award in 2023, Club d'Elf has been helping audiences lose track of time for almost 27 years.
SoHo Playhouse's 2026 International Fringe Encore Series Begins January 3
by Gillian Blum - Jan 3, 2026
SoHo Playhouse's 2026 International Fringe Encore Series begins on January 3 and runs through March 29, and provides opportunities to emerging artists who show exceptional talent at each season's Fringe Festivals both artistically and commercially.
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