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Theatre Three in Dallas will present DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS on the Norma Young Arena Stage, reimagined in a glitter-soaked 1970s casino setting directed by Vonda K. Bowling.

Des Moines Performing Arts announced lineups for four returning series, including the Dance Series featuring Ailey II and Ballet Hispánico, the National Geographic Live Speaker Series, and comedy and concert series at the Temple Theater.

Since the start of television’s legendary Saturday Night Live in 1975, there has been cross-over between the show and Broadway. Actors who have started out on Broadway have ended up gracing our televisions on Saturday night as cast members in the sketch comedy program.

The 25th anniversary celebration of Flamenco Festival New York will feature programming that evokes this endless love affair between the city of skyscrapers and flamenco.

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder with Billy Stritch, Ute Lemper and more. 

During and prior to the Golden Age of Broadway, songs regularly premiered on stage and then charted, spending time on the radio and becoming popular worldwide. In the 1960s, Broadway songs and popular music diverged, and work from musicals was no longer synonymous with chart hits. There have certainly been a good share of exceptions since that decade, as Broadway has evolved to mirror popular, current music genres. Several of the songs that have broken through to the Billboard charts can be heard on Broadway! 

In January of 2026, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and many more. 

Leonard Bernstein’s bold, genre-defying Mass returns to the stage of Theatro Municipal de São Paulo for two special performances on December 19 (8 p.m.) and 20 (5 p.m.). Conducted by Roberto Minczuk, the production brings together the São Paulo Municipal Symphony Orchestra, the Coral Paulistano and the Lírico Choir, with Tony Award–winning baritone Paulo Szot as the Celebrant. Blending traditional Catholic liturgy with rock, jazz, musical theatre and protest songs, Mass reflects the social unrest and spiritual questioning of the 1970s while remaining strikingly relevant today. The performances also mark the Municipal debut of musical-theatre star Beto Sargentelli, whose presence bridges the worlds of opera and contemporary musical theatre.

One of Scotland's favourite music stars Marti Pellow is set to fulfil his life-long dream: portraying Scrooge in a major new musical directed by one of the most exciting theatre directors in the UK.

The legendary Canadian Brass returns to Sarasota on December 2, 2025, for a holiday concert at the Sarasota Opera House, presented by the Sarasota Concert Association.

The Actors’ Gang is announcing its full 2025/2026 which features seven original plays, two twentieth century theatrical classics, and Late Night Fridays that will present improvised commedia dell’ arte, live music and film screenings.

SummerStock 2025 is set to light up the McCullough Theatre this summer Mary Poppins (7/24–8/10) and Jesus Christ Superstar (8/1–8/10). Don't miss the tradition and support this outstanding organization! #SummerStockAustin #ImpactArts #ATXtheatre

It runs the gamut from the kid-friendly CINDERELLA SECRET AGENT to the adults-only MY LIFE AS AN 'INSPIRATIONAL' PORN STAR.

Dzi Croquettes Sem Censura (Dzi Croquettes Uncensored) reconstructs the living history of one of the most revolutionary groups in Brazilian theater. In times of censorship and repression, they created freedom with their own bodies, and 50 years later, the true story of Dzi Croquettes returns to the stage with this show that delves behind the scenes of one of the most provocative and innovative artistic collectives in the country.

One strange morning, a woman answers a phone call that will change her routine: the voice of an unknown man tells her that she will receive in the mail the manuscripts of the diary of the lawyer from Mércia Albuquerque, a defender of political prisoners during the Brazilian civil-military dictatorship. A seemingly ordinary woman, who saved the lives of many people. In a journey of reflection and encounter with hidden stories from our own history, the drama explores the space of invention between the document and fiction and the intrigues between the past and the present to think about the future.

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2025 include STC's production of Uncle Vanya & more.

As this summer’s wildly anticipated Oasis Live ‘25 tour approaches, Oasis has confirmed that a new film is being made in conjunction with the tour by writer and director Steven Knight.

On Monday, March 10, 2025, new season subscriptions go on sale for The Muny’s107th season. The 2025 season brings the premieres of BRING IT ON, COME FROM AWAY, DISNEY’S FROZEN, and DEAR EVAN HANSEN to The Muny stage in Forest Park. EVITA, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, AND JERSEY BOYS round out the seven show season. This season promises to be as exceptional as last year’s magical season. 

Silvana will host an unforgettable concert as Louisa Lee Poster returns for an Encore Performance of 'Swinging Down Tin Pan Alley.' Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Join the Boston Pops for the 2025 season from May 8–June 7, celebrating Keith Lockhart's 30th anniversary as conductor. Highlights include 10 eclectic programs featuring Broadway, rock, and film scores. Special guests include Cynthia Erivo, making her Pops debut. Tickets available starting February 4.

Dazzling specials, including “CMA Country Christmas” from Nashville, “The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular, and more will debut on ABC this holiday season. ABC will also celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins.

The CJRO is set to deliver an electrifying month-long celebration of Brazilian jazz, highlighting some of the finest jazz artists in the region. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

Experience the golden age of jazz with Louisa Lee Poster's encore performance of SWINGING DOWN TIN PAN ALLEY at Silvana in Harlem. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Kyra recently completed a run of Beautiful at Papermill Playhouse - also playing the role of Carole King. Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,' a captivating journey through the life of one of music’s most iconic songwriters. The production, a co-production with the Fulton Theatre, will run from August 7 to August 24.

Nikki Giovanni, a renowned writer and civil rights activist, will present her poetry alongside musicians Javon Jackson and Christian McBride at NJPAC.