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It's 1900 and Lillie Langtry, arguably the most famous actress of her time and a great Victorian beauty, awaits a crucial telegram from her dearest friend Oscar Wilde.

South Street Seaport Museum will present Queer History: Polar Exploration. Learn all about queer maritime and polar history in this evening of free talks.

Full of wit and insight into two of the most influential figures in the arts world of their day, the solo play emphasizes the transformative impact of Wilde's writing on the presentation of women in theatre and literature.

You can’t go wrong with dinner and a show, and Lancaster’s Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre—now celebrating its 39th season—delivers a lively, family-friendly take on The Wizard of Oz, the beloved classic that continues to enchant audiences of all ages.

ALIVE and KICKING: LAUGHTER NEVER GETS OLD, about the joys and jokes of senior life in America, will have its world premiere at the Moonlight Theatre, July 11-20, in St. Charles, IL.

Each adaptation and retelling of the story brings a fresh perspective to the classic tale about Dorothy, Toto, The Scarecrow, The Tinman, The Cowardly Lion, The Wicked Witch of the West, Glinda the Good Witch, and The Wizard.

This Medea feels at one with its ancient origins, with Athens’ strict patriarchy and fractured psyches and desperate quests for glory, while also injecting a risk-taking dose of dread and brutality.

The SAG-AFTRA Foundation announced that Charlotte Wells has been elevated to the newly created position of Chief Executive Officer, succeeding current Executive Director Cyd Wilson who is retiring and stepping into an advisory and special projects role.

Visit Laguna Beach has announced the return of Passport to the Arts, an exclusive summer offering that invites visitors to immerse themselves in the city's vibrant creative scene.

Second Stage Theatre’s 43rd Street off-Broadway house, right near 8th Avenue, recently changed hands and is now the home of Studio Seaview . Seaview’s first production in the space is Angry Alan, starring John Krasinski. They have renovated and updated the space since Second Stage switched off-Broadway locations to now present shows at the Signature.

Cabaret royalty was on the stage of 54 Below on June 11 for the Mabel Mercer Foundation's 40 year anniversary hosted by KT Sullivan celebrating the foundation's legacy.

Minneapolis Musical Theatre (MMT) has announced its 2025–2026 season, offering a pair of productions that highlight the company’s commitment to presenting underseen and rarely produced works for Twin Cities audiences.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, and more. See the full lineup here.

A new version of the classic, The Pirates of Penzance, is currently commanding the stage at Roundabout’s Todd Haimes Theatre on 42nd Street—formerly the American Airlines and before that, the Selwyn. This revisal of the beloved show is titled: Pirates! The Penzance Musical.

Dear Readers, when discussing the musical of Alice Walker’s classic novel “The Color Purple”, you must acknowledge the production’s own journey from the tepidly received original 2005 Broadway production to the enthusiastically received 2015 Broadway revival which launched the career of the incredible Cynthia Erivo. We can discuss them in a bit but to start I will say that the current production at Village Theatre is certainly in the 2015 camp, with its streamlined production and roof shaking performances.

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!

Puppetworks has announced its Spring/Summer production: a marionette adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, running Saturdays and Sundays from May 31 through August 10, 2025, with performances at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. at its Park Slope theatre.

Opera Montana - the state's oldest professional opera company -  has revealed its 2025-2026 season, the company's 48th. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.

Honens is inviting Calgary to experience the piano in all its brilliance through a dynamic season of programming. Highlights include the 2025 Honens Festival and more.

Ain't Misbehavin', The Fats Waller Musical Show, will jive and sway its way onto the Theatre Memphis Lohrey Theatre this summer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Ending the season with a memorable production of one of opera’s most tour de force masterpieces is sure to motivate audiences to return for Seattle Opera’s next season

A composition competition that pairs composers and librettists to write ten-minute operas in five teams, the 96-Hour Opera Festival is designed specifically to broaden cultural perspectives in opera.

May at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts will feature the New York premiere of Backbone, and more. See the full lineup here and learn how to attend upcoming events!

The New York Landmarks Conservancy honored some of the city’s most iconic Broadway theaters with its highest accolade—the Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award. This year’s ceremony spotlighted a significant trend: New York City theater owners are investing heavily in the restoration and modernization of their historic venues.

Main Street Theater (MST) is celebrating 50 years of engaging theater for curious and thoughtful audiences of all ages. 2025-2026 marks the 50th Season for Main Street Theater and will include seven productions.