BRAND 54: National Juried Exhibition of Works on Paper to Open at Brand Library & Art Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
Brand Associates and Brand Library & Art Center will present Brand 54, a national juried exhibition of works on paper selected from over 1,350 submissions, with a free public opening reception in Glendale, CA.
BOOM BOOM BATTLE OF THE BIG BAD BOSSES to Make Edinburgh Fringe Debut
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026
Hong Kong's Yat Po Singers will present BOOM BOOM BATTLE OF THE BIG BAD BOSSES at Edinburgh Fringe, an A Cappella theatrical showdown inspired by crime boss Du Yuesheng, blending beatboxing, body percussion, and traditional Chinese music.
Speight Jenkins, Former Seattle Opera General Director, Dies at 89
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
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.
CHANNEL Will Return to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
CHANNEL, an immersive live electronic music experience inspired by composer Pauline Oliveros, will return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe from Dutch Kills Theater Company and Wet Hands in an intimate new format for groups of ten.
Ian McKellen Will Return to the Stage in LEAR at The Yard Theatre's New London Venue
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
The Yard Theatre in Hackney Wick announced its first season in a new RIBA award-winning building, featuring six productions including Ian McKellen in LEAR and a 50th-anniversary revival of FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF.
Jazz Musician Gunhild Carling to Play SF Jazz Before Summer Festival Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
Gunhild Carling will perform a two-night residency at SF Jazz, Joe Henderson Lab in San Francisco, ahead of a summer tour spanning U.S. and overseas jazz festivals.
WHAT SURVIVES World Premiere Set for Hollywood Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
WHAT SURVIVES, a new one-act play about a community reckoning with an ICE abduction, will have its world premiere at The Broadwater in Los Angeles during the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Elects 8 New Board Members for Three-Year Term
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis announced eight newly elected board members, joining as the company celebrates its 60th Anniversary Season. Ann Cady Scott returns as Board President for a third term.
Next Festival of Emerging Artists Reveals 14th Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
The Next Festival of Emerging Artists announced its 14th season, celebrating women immigrant composers with world premieres at PS21 in Chatham, NY, National Sawdust in Brooklyn, and Gibney Dance in NYC.
Prospect Musicals' 2026 Gala & Muse Awards Reveals Full Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Prospect Musicals announced the full line-up for its 2026 Gala & Muse Awards at The Edison Ballroom, honoring LaChanze, Ken Davenport, Lindsay Mendez, Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.
ED YOUNG’S BRIGHT WORLDS: GESTURE AND FEELING IN 60 YEARS OF PICTURE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN To Open At MOCA
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
MOCA will present Ed Young's Bright Worlds, the first U.S. retrospective of the Caldecott Medal-winning children's book illustrator, featuring original artwork from 15 projects, running May 14 through September 13, 2026.
MONOLOGUE MADNESS DC Returns for 15th Anniversary Competition This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
MONOLOGUE MADNESS DC marks its 15th anniversary on April 18 at Penn Social in Washington, DC, where 32 actors will compete in a single-elimination tournament for a $1,000 grand prize before a panel of casting professionals.
Miggy Augmented Orchestra's Unveils New Album UNBREAKABLE HOPE & RESILIENCE
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
SoundSpore Records announced the June 26, 2026 release of UNBREAKABLE HOPE & RESILIENCE, a live big band suite by Migiwa 'Miggy' Miyajima recorded at Dizzy's Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center, drawn from interviews with twenty 3.11 survivors.
Pianist Brian Ganz Will Complete His Quest To Play All Of Chopin's Music This Month at Strathmore
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026
Pianist Brian Ganz will conclude his 16-year journey to perform every work composed by the legendary Fryderyk Chopin on Saturday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Music Center at Strathmore.
Sackerson/Lil Poppet Productions Will Bring RED to the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Salt Lake City-based Sackerson and Lil Poppet Productions have announced their next collaboration will be 'Red' by John Logan, directed by Morag Shepherd.
WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello Inducted Into OPERA America's Opera Hall Of Fame
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello was inducted into the OPERA America Opera Hall of Fame at the OPERA America Salutes Awards Dinner on Friday, March 20, 2026, at The Plaza Hotel.
North Coast Repertory Theatre to Host 44th Spotlight Gala Featuring Rita Rudner
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre announced its 44th Spotlight Gala, 'An Evening of Laughter with Rita Rudner', set to entertain attendees with a night of comedy.
La Jolla Playhouse Sets Lineup for 2026 WOW Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced full programming for the 2026 WOW Festival of immersive, interactive and site-inspired work, presented in partnership with UC San Diego. The WOW Festival will take place April 23 – 26 on the UC San Diego campus.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Conclude National Tour at NJPAC in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will conclude its 20-city U.S. tour with performances at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. The event marks the inaugural season under new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack.
92NY Harkness Dance Center to Host Megan Fairchild Masterclass
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
92NY Harkness Dance Center will present a masterclass workshop with renowned ballet dancer Megan Fairchild, offering an exclusive educational opportunity for dancers.
Kristin Lee and Sandbox Percussion to Debut Vivian Fung's Latest Composition
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Violinist Kristin Lee and GRAMMY-nominated ensemble Sandbox Percussion are joining forces this year to give the premiere performances of a new work composed for them by JUNO Award-winning composer Vivian Fung.
FRIGID New York Unveils Lineup For 2026 New York City Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
FRIGID New York will present the 19th annual New York City Fringe Festival across multiple venues in New York City. The festival will feature a diverse array of performances with all box office proceeds directly benefiting the artists.
Greg Osby, Trio Grande and More Set for SFJAZZ February 2026 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
SFJAZZ will present a diverse lineup of jazz performances in February 2026, featuring renowned artists and ensembles. The month-long event will take place at the iconic SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco.
Troy Schumacher Appointed Artistic And Executive Director of BalletCollective
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
Troy Schumacher, New York City Ballet Soloist, will transition into the full-time role of Artistic and Executive Director of BalletCollective, marking a new chapter for the interdisciplinary dance organization he founded in 2011.
Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
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