Philadelphia Orchestra Presents 2026 C. Hartman Kuhn Award to Bassist Nathaniel West
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
The Philadelphia Orchestra honored bassist Nathaniel West with the 2026 C. Hartman Kuhn Award, while three retiring musicians with 115 combined years of service and two 50-year veterans were also recognized.
Philip Glass to Mark 90th Birthday With World Premiere Symphony and Global Events
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Philip Glass will celebrate his 90th birthday with worldwide performances, including the world premiere of Symphony No. 15: Lincoln by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the 50th anniversary of EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH.
ROGUE THEATER FESTIVAL to Return for 8th Season at The Flea Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
The Rogue Theater Festival returns to The Flea Theater in Tribeca for its 8th season, presenting 37 original productions in partnership with Abingdon Theatre Company, including fully staged plays, staged readings, and digital streaming performances.
Charles Dennis, Co-Founder of P.S. 122 and Avant-Garde-Arama, Dies
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Charles Dennis, interdisciplinary artist and co-founder of P.S. 122 and AVANT-GARDE-ARAMA, has died at his home in Hurley, NY. He performed in Robert Wilson's EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH and championed experimental arts in the Hudson Valley.
Music Executive Dennis Arfa to Be Inducted into Long Island Music Hall of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Music executive Dennis Arfa will be inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Stony Brook, NY, as part of the two-day Billy Joel Symposium.
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL to Return to Wagner Park for Free Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Battery Dance will present its 45th Annual Festival at Wagner Park, featuring a week of free nightly performances, community workshops, and a one-night commemorative show marking the U.S. semi-quincentennial.
North/South Chamber Orchestra to Present Aurelio De La Vega Centennial Concert in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
The North/South Chamber Orchestra will present a retrospective concert honoring late Cuban-American composer Aurelio De La Vega at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music in New York, featuring five works spanning fifty years of his career.
Porchlight Music Theatre Names New Executive Director and Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
Porchlight Music Theatre announced Klaus Peter Schuller as its new executive director and Michael Weber as The Elaine Cohen and Arlen Rubin Artistic Director, with Schuller set to join the Chicago company later this year.
AND THEN THERE WAS…PHIL Will Come to Florida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
The Musical Box will present 'And Then There Was Phil,' a live tribute to Phil Collins' early years fronting Genesis (1976-1980), at the historic Florida Theatre in downtown Jacksonville.
Blue Oyster Cult to Perform at Patchogue Theatre on Long Island
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
Blue Oyster Cult will perform at Long Island's Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. Tickets range from $81 to $121 including fees. Tickets can be purchased both in person and online.
PLAYING DEAD At Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Marks Grateful Dead 50th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
The Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame and Rhino Records will present SHAKEDOWN AT BOSTON MUSIC HALL, a Grateful Dead 50th anniversary celebration featuring tribute act PLAYING DEAD at the Boch Center Wang Theatre.
Boz Scaggs Brings Rhythm Review Tour to Ruth Eckerd Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026
Boz Scaggs will perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater on his Rhythm Review 2026 tour. The singer-songwriter, known for 'Silk Degrees' and hits like 'Lido Shuffle,' has tickets starting at $62.75.
NEWSIES to Open Super Summer Theatre's 2026 Super Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
Super Summer Theatre announced tickets are now on sale for its upcoming season, with NEWSIES leading a lineup that also includes 1776, THE ANDREWS BROTHERS, and COME FROM AWAY.
Highmark Mann Center Will Present 50th Anniversary Season With 50+ Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Philadelphia's Highmark Mann Center announced its 50th anniversary season, featuring more than 50 performances, world premieres, and a $70 million campus transformation coinciding with America250 celebrations.
HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More Set For Beck Center 26-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Beck Center for the Arts announced its 94th professional theater season, featuring a world premiere comedy by Cleveland playwright Eric Coble, regional premiere musicals, and a collaboration with Oberlin College & Conservatory Music Theater Program.
Robert Lindsay In Conversation and More Set For Riverside Studios' 50th Anniversary Celebrations
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026
Riverside Studios has announced details of more special events being staged to celebrate the West London venue's 50th anniversary. Learn more about the lineup here!
Max Lifchitz Brings Cinco De Mayo Concert To Klavierhaus Auditorium
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 26, 2026
Pianist Max Lifchitz will perform works by Mexican and American composers, including a U.S. premiere, at NYC's Klavierhaus Auditorium. Admission is free and the concert will stream live on YouTube.
WEST SIDE STORY Set for NYMT's 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
National Youth Music Theatre announced its 50th anniversary summer season in Birmingham, including a large-scale production of WEST SIDE STORY at Birmingham Hippodrome, new musicals, and workshops following a record year of over 1,300 auditions.
Review: KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Charlie Thomas - Apr 22, 2026
Palm Springs' vibrant theatre scene is abuzz with anticipation as 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman' takes center stage at the Palm Canyon Theatre. Running through April 26, this compelling production invites audiences into a world of fantasy and harsh reality, brilliantly brought to life by a stellar creative team and cast.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, DEAD OUTLAW, and More Set For Porchlight Music Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Porchlight Music Theatre announced its 32nd season, including LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, the Chicago premiere of DEAD OUTLAW, and the world premiere of SHAKE IT AWAY: THE ANN MILLER STORY at the Biograph Theater.
THIS WHEEL’S STILL ON FIRE: THE LEGACY OF LEVON HELM Will Open At Walton Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2026
This Wheel’s Still On Fire: The Legacy of Levon Helm will be presented at Walton Arts Center’s Alexander Gallery. The exhibition will highlight Helm’s life, music, and cultural impact through rare artifacts and multimedia elements.
The Licensing House Acquires Rights to FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME—THE FOREIGNER MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
The Licensing House has acquired exclusive worldwide licensing rights to FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME—THE FOREIGNER MUSICAL, a jukebox musical featuring Foreigner hits, as the show makes its world-premiere debut directed by Tony nominee Adam Pascal.
Flint Institute of Music to Present Comedy, Concerts & Family Shows This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026
The Flint Institute of Music will present a month of performances across its venues, including Stomp, The Gazillion Bubble Show George Lopez stand-up, choral and dance showcases, plus more.
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Extends Until February 2028
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL, winner of 7 Olivier Awards and 9 WhatsOnStage Awards, has extended its West End run through February 13, 2028, with best ticket availability from Winter 2026.
Dave Soldier Releasing First Symphonic Album 'Vipers at the Onyx'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2026
American musician and neuroscientist Dave Soldier will release Vipers at the Onyx, his first album of symphonic works, on Bright Shiny Things on April 10, 2026.
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