Photo: Francesca Amewudah-Rivers and Nadi Kemp-Sayfi in TENDER at the Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
A new production photo has been released for TENDER, the queer thriller-romance by Eleanor Tindall, which transfers to Bush Theatre's Holloway Theatre starring Francesca Amewudah-Rivers and Nadi Kemp-Sayfi.
Cast Set For THE CHERRY ORCHARD at The Royal Shakespeare Company
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The RSC announced full casting for Laura Wade's THE CHERRY ORCHARD, directed by Tamara Harvey. Alfred Enoch, Chumisa Dornford-May, Esther Smith, and Sophie Stone join Kenneth Branagh, Helen Hunt, and Bill Pullman at the Swan Theatre.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the full cast for LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Indiana Lown-Collins in her Globe directorial debut, featuring flamenco dancers and a singer alongside a 14-member cast.
CRIPS WITH CHIPS to Open at Mercury Theatre Colchester with Free Tickets
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Graeae and Mercury Theatre Colchester will present CRIPS WITH CHIPS, a scratch night of short plays by Disabled and neurodivergent writers, directed by Graeae Artistic Director Jenny Sealey. Tickets are free.
The National Ballet of Canada Will Visit St. Catharines
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The National Ballet of Canada will perform for the first time at St. Catharines' FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre as part of the company's 75th anniversary Sharing the Stage initiative.
Nathaniel Parker Will Lead MY FAIR LADY as Professor Higgins in Australian Season
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Olivier Award winner Nathaniel Parker, known for Wolf Hall and The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, will star as Professor Henry Higgins in Opera Australia and John Frost's 70th Anniversary season of MY FAIR LADY, completing the musical's cast.
COME FROM AWAY, WEST SIDE STORY, and More Set For Chattanooga Theatre Centre 2026-2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Chattanooga Theatre Centre announced its 2026–2027 season, themed 'Stories That Shape Us,' featuring eight productions including COME FROM AWAY and WEST SIDE STORY, plus a staged reading of THE COST OF JUSTICE.
Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Lasha Khozashvili to Retire After 16 Seasons
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Boston Ballet announced the retirement of Principal Dancer Lasha Khozashvili, who joined the company in 2010. His final performance will be as Prince Desire in THE SLEEPING BEAUTY.
SONGS I SING IN THE SHOWER to Play One Night Only at Paradise Factory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Danielle MacMath performs her solo cabaret SONGS I SING IN THE SHOWER at Paradise Factory Theater in NYC, part of Diamond Mesh's Manifestival, featuring showtunes and pop hits.
Cast Set For WEST SIDE STORY at Music Theater Works in Skokie
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for WEST SIDE STORY, directed by Sasha Gerritson with choreography by Clayton Cross and Isa Ramirez, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie. All performances include Spanish supertitles.
Joffrey Ballet Promotes Adam Blyde to Associate Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet announced the promotion of Rehearsal Director Adam Blyde to Associate Artistic Director, a newly created position and the first of its kind since Ashley Wheater MBE was appointed Artistic Director in 2007.
FINGERS CROSSED Solo Show to Make One-Night-Only Workshop Debut in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Stacy Cancelarich's solo show FINGERS CROSSED, a comedy about caring for a dying father amid COVID lockdown and family chaos, will perform one night only at Paradise Factory Theater as part of Diamond Mesh's Manifestival.
Cast Set for NIGHTSWEAT at The SigPro Studio
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
The cast has been revealed for Nightsweat, a new farce by Natalie Symons, set to open at The SigPro Studio in The Villages, Florida, marking the venue's first-ever summer production.
Full Cast Set For FIREBIRD at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Double Telling announced full casting for the first revival of Phil Davies' FIREBIRD, with Mollie Milne, Taqi Nazeer, and Kelise Gordon-Harrison set to perform at Southwark Playhouse Borough under director Marlie Haco.
Creative Team Set for World Premiere of LANNY at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Bristol Old Vic, in association with ETT, has announced the full creative team for the world premiere stage adaptation of Max Porter's novel LANNY, with direction by Nancy Medina and writing by Bea Roberts.
DWARD THE FOURTH and More Set for Madison Shakespeare Company Summer Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2026
Madison Shakespeare Company has unveiled a summer season spanning multiple venues, featuring works by Shakespeare, Thomas Heywood, and Edmond Rostand, plus Eastern European folklore across Madison-area stages.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Promotes Three Artists to Corps de Ballet
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre announced the promotion of Amelia McGravey, Isak Sorenson, and Michael Stadtherr to Corps de Ballet, effective for the 2026-2027 season.
ILLINOISE And More Set for Chicago Shakespeare Theater 40th Anniversary Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater announced its 40th Anniversary Season, featuring Shakespeare classics in repertory, a bilingual ROMEO Y JULIETA, the return of ILLINOISE, and the world premiere of HEARTBREAKERS.
Shakespeare Theatre Company WILL ON THE HILL Returns with Renea Brown and Felicia Curry
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company's annual WILL ON THE HILL benefit will feature D.C. actors Felicia Curry and Renea Brown alongside Members of Congress at Harman Hall, raising funds for STC's youth learning programs.
Smith Street Stage Will Present Free JULIUS CAESAR in Brooklyn's Carroll Park
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Smith Street Stage will present Shakespeare's JULIUS CAESAR outdoors at Carroll Park in Brooklyn, free to the public, as part of the company's 16th season of free Shakespeare performances.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST 10th Anniversary Tour From Shakespeare in the Squares
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Shakespeare in the Squares announced the full cast for its tenth anniversary production of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Toby Gordon, touring London squares for one night each across multiple venues.
THROUGH THE EYES OF GOD, CROW'S THEATRE Win Big at Toronto Theatre Critics' Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Theatre Passe Muraille's THROUGH THE EYES OF GOD led the 2026 Toronto Theatre Critics' Awards with three wins, including best production of a play, while Crow's Theatre productions collectively took home eight prizes.
ROBIN HOOD Cast Unveiled for Outdoor Production at The Dukes Lancaster
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The Dukes Lancaster announced the cast for its 2026 park show ROBIN HOOD, led by Joe Parker in the title role, with the production set to run through Williamson Park.
TWELFTH NIGHT To Be Presented at New Hampshire Theatre Project
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Dive In Productions will present Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT at New Hampshire Theatre Project, set on a nostalgic seaside boardwalk where a shipwrecked outsider triggers mistaken identities and romantic chaos among a close-knit carnival community.
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.
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