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DAD DON'T READ THIS to Transfer to Greenwich House Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Eliya Smith's DAD DON'T READ THIS, a New York Times Critic's Pick directed by Chloe Claudel, transfers to Greenwich House Theater following a sold-out, twice-extended run at St. Luke's Theatre.
Photos: Men of Broadway Celebrate LIBERATION at Cocktail Party
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Ryan J. Haddad, Zhailon Levingston, Michael Mayer, Sam Pinkleton, Stark Sands, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson hosted the “Men of Broadway Celebrate Liberation” cocktail party, which was held at Dear Irving. Check out photos here!
Ripe, The Dip, Donna The Buffalo, Moontricks and More to Perform at GREAT BLUE HERON MUSIC FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
The 33rd annual Great Blue Heron Music Festival will bring 48+ artists across four stages to the Heron Farm & Event Center in Sherman, New York, with a lineup spanning funk, groove, reggae, and old-time mountain music.
RED to Close Out the Season at Laguna Playhouse with Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Laguna Playhouse will present RED, John Logan's Tony Award-winning two-character drama about painter Mark Rothko, directed by J. Scott Lapp, starring Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez to close its 2025-2026 season.
BANDSTAND Takes The Stage at Sullivan Rep
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 23, 2026
Sullivan Rep will present BANDSTAND, the rarely produced Richard Oberaker musical, as the opening show of its third season at The Mother Brook Arts & Community Center in Dedham, MA.
Vitamin String Quartet and Girl Named Tom to Perform at The Southern Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2026
Pop-culture-inspired instrumentalists Vitamin String Quartet's “Crazy Ordinary World” Tour with vocal trio Girl Named Tom, are bringing their arrangements across the U.S. this fall, with a stop at the Southern Theatre.
PUNCH BACK by Genevieve Simon Wins 2026 Leah Ryan Fund Prize
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026
Genevieve Simon's PUNCH BACK, a play about trans college students in Ohio, has been named the winner of the Leah Prize, earning a $5,000 award and a public reading at Powerhouse Theater at Vassar College.
WHAT A WORLD! WHAT A WORLD! to Make World Premiere at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
Eric Marlin's WHAT A WORLD! WHAT A WORLD!, directed by Ilana Khanin, will receive its world premiere at The Tank NYC, featuring Queen-Tiye Akamefula and Annie Hoeg in a two-hander centered on a 1943 melodrama.
THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour Adds 26 Cities to 2026-27 Route
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
The North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK announced 26 new cities for its upcoming season, including stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Houston, after welcoming over 500,000 patrons since its launch.
CAPA Reveals Winners Of 2026 Marquee Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
CAPA announced the winners of its 2026 Marquee Awards at the Ohio Theatre, recognizing central Ohio high school musical theatre talent across 13 categories. Best Actor and Actress winners will compete nationally at the Jimmy Awards.
CAPA Reveals Summer Movie Series 2026 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
CAPA announced the schedule for its 57th Summer Movie Series at the historic Ohio Theatre in Columbus, featuring 28 films over nine weeks, including 13 series premieres, anniversary screenings, and two free Ohio Goes to the Movies presentations.
CAPA Will Present PUNCH BROTHERS at Southern Theatre on North American Tour
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
CAPA will present PUNCH BROTHERS at Columbus' Southern Theatre as part of the Grammy-winning band's 64-city North American tour, supporting their new all-instrumental album featuring fiddle player Brittany Haas.
SUFFS North American Tour Recoups Investment
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
The North American Tour of SUFFS announced recoupment after just 28 playing weeks, having reached more than 375,000 patrons. The Tony Award-winning musical continues touring with upcoming engagements in Washington, D.C., Chicago, Memphis, and Fort Worth.
PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK Cast Recording Set for Release on Streaming
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Center Stage Records announced the release of the PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: THE MUSICAL original Off-Broadway cast recording, featuring music by Greta Gertler Gold and lyrics by Hilary Bell, with a UK premiere planned for 2027.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Reveals 2026-27 Tour Dates and Cities
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning OPERATION MINCEMEAT announced a full North American tour route spanning over 25 cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, as the Broadway production hits 500 performances.
Lisa Bielawa’s PULSE To Receive New York Premiere With The Knights In Central Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026
Naumburg Orchestral Concerts will present the New York premiere of Lisa Bielawa's violin concerto PULSE, featuring soloist Tessa Lark with The Knights, conducted by Eric Jacobsen, at Central Park's Naumburg Bandshell.
CAPA Reveals Nominees for 2026 Marquee Awards Honoring Central Ohio High School Musical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts revealed nominees across 13 categories for the 2026 CAPA Marquee Awards. The CAPA Marquee Awards will culminate in a live student showcase at the Ohio Theatre.
David Byrne's WHO IS THE SKY? World Tour to Present Two Nights at the Hollywood Bowl
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
David Byrne will bring his Who Is The Sky? tour to the Hollywood Bowl for two performances. The shows follow the release of his first album since American Utopia, featuring collaborators including Hayley Williams, St. Vincent, and Tom Skinner.
BD Wong-Led THE GLASS MENAGERIE and More Set For Philadelphia Theatre Company 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Philadelphia Theatre Company announced its 52nd season, featuring two Philadelphia premieres, Tony Award-winning PURPOSE, and a reimagined GLASS MENAGERIE starring BD Wong.
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra Closes 47th Season With Gluzman and Copland
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra will close its 47th season at the Southern Theatre with Copland's Appalachian Spring and violinist Vadim Gluzman performing Shostakovich's Violin Concerto No. 1.
SUFFS Will Make Nebraska Debut at Lied Center
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026
The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical SUFFS will present its Nebraska debut at the Lied Center for Performing Arts, featuring the story of Omaha native Doris Stevens and the women who fought for the right to vote.
Miami City Ballet Reveals Scott Altman as New Executive Director
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026
Miami City Ballet announced the appointment of Scott Altman as Executive Director, joining Artistic Director Gonzalo Garcia. Altman brings over 25 years of nonprofit arts leadership to the Miami Beach company.
NETTA & RU World Premiere and More Set for Dobama Theatre 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Dobama Theatre has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring five area and world premiere plays, including the world premiere of Netta & Ru, the holiday show A Sherlock Carol, and more.
Pioneer Winter Collective Unveils 2026 Creative Connections Artists
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026
Pioneer Winter Collective has announced the eight artists selected for its 2026 Creative Connections artist accelerator program, aimed at supporting Miami-area creatives across various disciplines.
BOTH SIDES NOW - The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen Will Come to Ruth Eckerd Hall
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026
BOTH SIDES NOW will present a concert exploring the music and lives of JONI MITCHELL and LEONARD COHEN on January 23. Tickets will go on sale Friday. Learn more here!
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