Mamela Nyamza's THE HERD/LESS Will Open Dance Umbrella 2026 Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Dance Umbrella announced THE HERD/LESS by South African choreographer Mamela Nyamza as the opening show of its 2026 festival, presented at Sadler's Wells East. Nyamza, a 2026 Venice Biennale Silver Lion recipient, previously opened the 2024 festival with HATCHED ENSEMBLE.
RIOPY to Perform at New York Society for Ethical Culture's Adler Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
French-British pianist and composer RIOPY will perform at Adler Hall at the New York Society for Ethical Culture in New York, supporting his fifth album BE LOVE, his first to feature his own voice.
VOICES INTERNATIONAL THEATRE AND ARTS FESTIVAL Returns to Jersey City in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Jersey City Theater Center will present the VOICES INTERNATIONAL THEATRE AND ARTS FESTIVAL across multiple Jersey City venues, featuring international artists, multidisciplinary performances, and a Professional Conference at White Eagle Hall.
Infinity Song, The Dip and More Set for June/ July Shows In River House Restaurant Concert Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
Prescott Park Arts Festival revealed its River House Restaurant Concert Series lineup, featuring artists including Infinity Song, The Walrus, The Dip, and more on the Wilcox Main Stage in Portsmouth, NH.
SPRING AWAKENING and More Set For Theater Latté Da 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
Theater Latté Da announced its 2026-27 season, featuring INDECENT, ALL IS CALM, the Midwest premiere of LIZARD BOY, the world premiere of SHE'S COME UNDONE, and SPRING AWAKENING in collaboration with the University of Minnesota.
WICKED Tickets On Sale Now At the Citizens Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Broadway In Boston announced tickets are now on sale for the return engagement of WICKED at the Citizens Opera House, the 4th longest-running show in Broadway history, currently in its 23rd year on Broadway.
Lainey Wilson, Chance The Rapper & Trombone Shorty Join Boston Pops July 4 Spectacular
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The Boston Pops has announced details for its 2026 July 4 Fireworks Spectacular, featuring performances by Lainey Wilson, Chance The Rapper, and Trombone Shorty.
ALCEE HASTINGS: A LEGACY OF SERVICE Exhibition Opens at Florida Cultural Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
The African American Research Library and Cultural Center will present a free exhibition honoring late Congressman Alcee Hastings, featuring rare photographs, papers, and artifacts from his career as a civil rights advocate, federal judge, and Florida legislator.
Composer David Cieri's 84 BELLS to Have World Premiere in Barcelona with Marin Alsop
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Brooklyn-based composer David Cieri's 84 BELLS will receive its world premiere at the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona, conducted by Marin Alsop with the Philharmonia Orchestra, as part of the city's Year of Gaudí centennial celebrations.
Chelsea Music Festival to Present Clara Osowski in Opening Night Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
Mezzo-soprano Clara Osowski and pianist Melinda Lee Masur will open the 2026 Chelsea Music Festival at St. Paul's German Church in NYC, performing works by Copland, Korngold, and several New York premieres.
American Mural Project to Present RILEY COTTON Concert and Fishy Family Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
American Mural Project in Winsted, CT will present a Live @AMP concert with Americana and folk singer-songwriter Riley Cotton, a fishy Family Day, and more among its upcoming events.
New York City Ballet Names Beatrice Jona Affron as New Associate Music Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
New York City Ballet has appointed Beatrice Jona Affron as the company's next Associate Music Director, adding new leadership to its music staff. Affron currently serves as Music Director for the Philadelphia Ballet.
The Big House Unveils 2026 Season Challenging State Censorship in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
The Big House revealed a 2026 season of three works exploring state censorship, created with care-affected young people. Productions include A DoL House, The Inquest, and and a UK tour of Blaze FM.
LOCAL by Liz Richardson Will Make London Premiere at Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Acclaimed solo playwright and performer Liz will bring LOCAL to the Finborough Theatre for a limited run, exploring belonging and identity through memories of rural Cumbria, spanning decades from the early 1990s to now.
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.
BAM Unveils DANCEAFRICA Festival 2026 Lineup and Events
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
BAM’s annual DanceAfrica Festival will return to Brooklyn from May 16-28, 2026. The long-running celebration of African and diasporic dance and culture will feature performances, films, dance classes, and community events across the BAM campus.
San Francisco Symphony Will Present SUMMER WITH THE SYMPHONY at Davies Hall & Beyond
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony announced its summer season, featuring classical programs, film concerts, and performances with Andrew Bird, Sutton Foster, Kelli O'Hara, A.R. Rahman, and St. Vincent at venues including Davies Symphony Hall, Shoreline Amphitheatre, and Sigmund Stern Grove.
Sam Edelston to Perform at St. Luke's Episcopal Church
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
The Arts at St. Luke's will present a free concert by dulcimer musician Sam Edelston at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Hope, NJ, featuring music from his debut album Making Waves.
ArtsFairfax Unveils 2026 Awards Honorees for Fairfax County Arts Recognition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
ArtsFairfax, the nonprofit designated as Fairfax County's local arts agency, has revealed the 2026 ArtsFairfax Awards recipients, elebrated as the annual event to recognize visionary contributions to the arts countywide.
SHIFTERS Will Make North American Premiere at Cherry Lane Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Cherry Lane Theatre will present the North American premier of Shifters, the new romance by Olivier Award-nominated writer Benedict Lombe. Learn more here!
FROM THE GROUND UP Marks 10th Anniversary With Expanded Portland Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
From the Ground Up, Portland's feminist arts incubator, will present 10 YEARS OF BELONGING AND BECOMING at CoHo Productions, featuring 12 artists across theater, dance, comedy, and photography in its largest festival to date.
PlayGround Will Present Works By 2026 YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS CONTEST Winners at Potrero Stage
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
PlayGround will present staged readings of four winning plays from its 2026 Young Playwrights Contest at Potrero Stage in San Francisco, featuring works by Bay Area high school students on themes of city life.
TWO BIRDS AND A BAG OF BONES To Have Industry Reading at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Cherubs Productions will present an industry reading of TWO BIRDS AND A BAG OF BONES, a new comedy feature film by Alexandra Bianco, directed by Isa Barrett, at The Tank NYC.
KIM'S CONVENIENCE San Diego Premiere Cast Unveiled At The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
The Old Globe announced the full cast and creative team for the San Diego premiere of KIM'S CONVENIENCE, the award-winning comedy by Ins Choi that inspired the hit Netflix series, directed by Weyni Mengesha.
HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, EUREKA DAY & More Set for Stage West 48th Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Stage West Theatre in Fort Worth, Texas, announced its 48th season lineup. The company, located on W. Vickery Blvd., continues its decades-long run as one of the city's prominent theatrical venues.
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