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Porgy and Bess is a famous 'folk opera' created by George Gershwin, with a libretto by DuBose Heyward and lyrics by DuBose and Ira Gershwin. The work chronicles the life of a Black community on Catfish Row in Charleston and is known for its fusion of operatic elements with American folk music, jazz, and blues. The story focuses on the love between Porgy, a disabled beggar, and Bess, a woman seeking a better life.

Elton John’s album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy will receive a 50th Anniversary Edition reissue, featuring the 2016 remaster of the original album, previously unreleased session demos, plus Elton’s live performance of tracks from the album, recorded during 2005 for the album’s 30th anniversary.

the Royal Alex and Princess of Wales Theatres will dim their marquee lights in honor of actor Graham Greene, who passed away this week. Learn more here.

The full company has been announced for the UK and Europe tour of the award-winning smash hit musical THE BODYGUARD. The production opens at Birmingham's Alexandra Theatre on Saturday 20 September 2025.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been taped at the Ed Sullivan Theatre located on Broadway between 53rd and 54th Streets since it began in 2015. Before the Broadway-loving Colbert took over The Late Show, the host was David Letterman, who ruled late night from 1993 onward via his perch at 1697 Broadway.

The Argyle Theatre will present the Sister Act, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by Vincent Ortega, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

On Tuesday night, Ainsley Melham returned to the Broadway production of Aladdin in the title role. Watch a video of the Boop! the Musical star taking his first bow back in the production!

In the 2025–26 season Gustavo Dudamel will return to the New York Philharmonic to conduct six weeks of subscription concerts comprising repertoire ranging from classical cornerstones to World Premieres, as well as the Spring Gala. Learn more!

Westport Country Playhouse will kick off its 2025-26 Season with Len Cariou and Christopher J. Domig in “Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays with Morrie,” by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, based on the book by Mitch Albom, September 4 – 6.

The Gilded Age recently wrapped up its third season on HBO, to record-setting viewership. Much to the delight of theatre fans, the cast of the show includes a wealth of actors who are beloved for their work in theatre. Cast by Adam Caldwell and Bernie Telsey, The Gilded Age shoots in the New York area, which gave the team the ability to cast many actors who regularly work in theatre.

Aladdin has announced that Ainsley Melham will return to the Broadway production in the title role beginning this month. Learn more about the upcoming run here!

Disney’s Aladdin has become the 14th longest-running Broadway show of all time, surpassing Miss Saigon with its 4,092nd performance. Now in its 11th year, Aladdin continues its historic run at the New Amsterdam Theatre.

Tony Award winners Sutton Foster (“Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie”) and Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) – each acclaimed as a Broadway performer and song-and-dance artist of the first order – are also known for solo concert appearances.

Adrián Salzedo, Pitu Manubens, Teresa Ferrer, Quique Niza y Alèxia Pascual encabezarán el regreso de este clásico a la cartelera madrileña.

Kudos to the entire cast and crew, and to director Joe Kemprowski for an electric production that inspires and offers hope.

San Antonio will be buzzing with live theatre this summer, presenting a variety of shows for all ages. As always, these theaters do a wonderful job of carefully considering community needs and desires as they present large scale musicals or thoughtfully intimate performances.

Now is the time to seize the day! The Young Players Presents Disney’s Newsies, JR. Performances will begin in July. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

The New London Barn Playhouse will continue its 93rd Summer Season with the heavenly hit musical Sister Act. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The Springfield Chamber Players Clarinet Quintet will perform at the Sevenars Summer Concerts next month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Little Radical Theatrics will present its Summer 2025 production of Sister Act! This feel-good musical comedy, based on the hit 1992 film, features original music by Tony and Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Universal Pictures and Steven Spielberg’s classic 1975 summer blockbuster, Jaws, UMe is releasing a limited-edition “Blood in the Water” splatter vinyl of the film's soundtrack.

The box office for JOY: A New True Musical, starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as inventor and entrepreneur Joy Mangano, will open on Monday, June 16 at 12 PM ET with special pricing and giveaways.

Tony Award-winning musical MJ will make its Portland premiere at Keller Auditorium in July. Jordan Markus plays the title role of ‘MJ' after playing the role in all three global productions.

The physical CD edition of the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Death Becomes Her is available now! The 24-track album was released on digital platforms for streaming earlier this spring

K-Pop star Kooyoung Back surprised Aladdin on Broadway star Don Darryl Rivera and Good Morning America host Juju Chang with a special improvised dance to a song from the hit musical. Watch the video now!