HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Will Return to London and Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL will serve as the inaugural production at Arts at Marble Arch before embarking on an extensive UK and Ireland tour, with stops in over a dozen cities across two seasons.
Harlem9 Reveals Six Playwrights for 48HOURS IN…HARLEM Tribute to Woodie King Jr.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Obie Award-winning Harlem9 announced six playwrights, including Kermit Frazier, Kristen Adele Calhoun, and Naomi Lorrain, for 48HOURS IN…HARLEM®, marking 15 years of the festival with a tribute to the late Woodie King Jr.
Taylor Mac's HOLIDAY SAUCE Will Come to the Soho Theatre Walthamstow
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Tony nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor Mac will perform HOLIDAY SAUCE live in the UK for the first time at Soho Theatre Walthamstow, blending music, film, burlesque and what Mac calls 'random acts of fabulousness.'
MONA LOSER Will Return to Southwark Playhouse for New Workshop Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The team behind Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will reunite for new workshop performances of MONA LOSER at Southwark Playhouse Borough. The musical features a pop score by writing duo Kit Buchan and Jim Barne and direction by Tim Jackson.
||: GIRLS :||: CHANCE :||: MUSIC :|| Offers $20 Tickets for NYC High School Students
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Vineyard Theatre is offering NYC public high school students $20 tickets to ||: GIRLS :||: CHANCE :||: MUSIC :||, the world-premiere play written and composed by Pulitzer Prize finalist Eisa Davis, directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon.
Edinburgh Fringe Hit SHELL to Make U.S. Premiere at SoHo Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
SHELL, a solo show by Ana Evans that earned five stars at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, will make its U.S. premiere at SoHo Playhouse's Huron Room in a limited engagement.
ROBERTO CLEMENTE: A DIAMOND WITHIN To Have World Premiere at Marlene Boll Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Elvis Nolasco, known for Apple TV+'s Manhunt, has been cast as Roberto Clemente in Plowshares Theatre Company's world premiere of ROBERTO CLEMENTE: A DIAMOND WITHIN at the Marlene Boll Theatre in Detroit.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Star Marcello Hernandez Comes to Florida Theatre In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Marcello Hernandez, a cast member on Saturday Night Live and star of the Netflix special AMERICAN BOY, will perform live at the Florida Theatre in downtown Jacksonville.
Carnegie Hall Will Present THE CARLISLE FLOYD CENTENNIAL Concert
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Carnegie Hall will host a centennial concert honoring American opera composer Carlisle Floyd, featuring mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, conductor Christopher James Ray, and the inaugural Carlisle Floyd Prize for Voice.
Schmidt Vocal Arts Will Present Fifth Annual National High School Vocal Competition
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Schmidt Vocal Arts announced 58 teen singers advancing to the semifinals of its fifth annual National Vocal Competition, held in partnership with Sarasota Opera at the Sarasota Opera House in Florida.
Premiere Stages at Kean University To Present Three New Plays for 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Premiere Stages at Kean University announced its 2026 season, featuring three full productions including MALA ARIA, the 2025 Play Festival winner, and the New Jersey premiere of FLAWLESS, a cautionary tale about AI and creativity.
Emanuel Ax, Ballet Hispánico and More Set for Music Worcester 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026
Music Worcester announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring 23 performances at Worcester venues including pianist Emanuel Ax, the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine, Ballet Hispánico, and the Martha Graham Dance Company.
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More Set for Nightwood Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Nightwood Theatre has revealed its 2026–2027 season, including the Canadian premiere of Jaja's African Hair Braiding, the return of its Groundswell Festival, and more.
Jim Vines And Carl Mercurio Reveal BROADWAY MAGIC HOUR June 2026 Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Jim Vines and Carl Mercurio have revealed weekend performances of Broadway Magic Hour at Broadway Comedy Club in NYC. Performances will take place over four dates in June.
Photos: THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE Off-Broadway at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
The world premiere of “The People Versus Lenny Bruce” a play by Susan Charlotte, based on the legal case of legendary lawyer Martin Garbus, is being presented Off-Broadway at Theatre Row. See photos!
Tilles Center to Present Third Annual Jazz Fest With Buena Vista Orchestra & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Tilles Center, in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center, will present its third annual Jazz Fest on the LIU Brookville campus, featuring The Buena Vista Orchestra, Bobby Sanabria Octet, and family programming across four stages.
Young Concert Artists Unveils 2026-2027 Season With Carnegie Hall Debuts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Young Concert Artists has revealed its 2026-2027 season, featuring New York and Washington, D.C. debuts at Weill Recital Hall and The Phillips Collection, with continued Carnegie Hall partnerships.
Simone McAlonen's Solo Comedy WILD WILD CHRISTIAN is Heading to SoHo Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Simone McAlonen's solo comedy Wild Wild Christian will present its East Coast premiere at SoHo Playhouse's Huron Club, drawing on her childhood at a Christian camp built on the former Rajneeshpuram cult compound.
15th Annual PLAYERS THEATRE NYC SHORT PLAY FESTIVAL to Feature 15 Original Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Be Bold! Productions will present 15 original short plays at the Players Theatre in Manhattan's West Village, with audience votes determining a 'Best of the Week' winner each week.
Details Revealed for Rattlestick Theater & Lucille Lortel's GLOBAL FORMS Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Rattlestick Theater and Lucille Lortel Theatre revealed details for the 7th annual Global Forms festival, themed 'Strength in Numbers,' featuring panels, workshops, microgrants, and more.
Jeremy Schonfeld Will Return to 54 Below for One-Night Concert and 88 Stories Launch
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Billboard-charting singer-songwriter Jeremy Schonfeld will perform a one-night-only concert at 54 Below in New York City, marking his return to the stage and the official launch of his new multi-platform creative label, 88 Stories.
Cassidy Janson Will Star in BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Olivier Award winner Cassidy Janson will play Tess Richarde in BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL at The Arts at Marble Arch, following the show's sold-out run at the Savoy Theatre.
ALIAS SMITH & JONES Will Bring Live Blues and Soul to Teddy's Bar in East Harlem
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
NYC blues duo ALIAS SMITH & JONES will perform classic blues and originals from their CD 'Hit and Run' at Teddy's F&B Bar & Grill in East Harlem as part of the venue's Live Music Series. The event is free with no cover charge.
Cast Set For OUR MAN IN HAVANA at Theatre Royal Windsor and UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Theatre Royal Windsor announced full casting for OUR MAN IN HAVANA, Clive Francis' adaptation of Graham Greene's novel, starring Jack Ashton, Bob Barrett, Leon Ockenden, and Jodie Steele across a Windsor run and UK tour.
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.
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