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Melbourne Chamber Orchestra's 2026 Chamber Season will open in March with Romantic Echoes - a richly expressive program led by acclaimed pianist Timothy Young, presented at Moe Town Hall.

Cathy Weis Projects will present four Sundays on Broadway events this spring on April 19, April 26, May 3, and May 17. The evenings will feature works by a diverse slate of New York's foremost downtown artists.

The Cultch, in collaboration with Raven Theatre and Urban Ink, will present the world premiere of ON NATIVE LAND from April 8-19, 2026, at the York Theatre in Vancouver, BC. This new musical by Corey Payette explores the interconnected lives of a lawyer, a chief, and a singer-songwriter within urban Indigenous communities. Featuring a contemporary score that blends traditional Indigenous sounds with modern Broadway influences, ON NATIVE LAND promises a compelling narrative of identity, land, and

Starla Breshears, a recent alum of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music's Pre-College program, has been appointed to the cello section of the San Francisco Symphony at the young age of 18.

Local teens with a passion for performing will soon have their chance to take the stage as Avalon Productions holds auditions for the high-energy coming-of-age musical 13: The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown.

DanceHouse and Vancouver New Music present the BC Premiere of Australia's Stephanie Lake Company's riveting Manifesto, April 16 to 18, 2026, at 8pm at the Vancouver Playhouse.

An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous sleuth and sidekick. This fast-paced romp re-examines the world's most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens.

King's Head Theatre in London will present THE SEQUEL, a new comedy-drama by Lucas Closs, from April 20 to May 2, 2026. The play delves into the life of novelist G.T. Thoth as she revisits the village that inspired her successful book.

Academy Award winner and climate activist Jane Fonda will star in the New York premiere of Dear Everything: A Musical Uprising for the Earth at BAM on Earth Day, April 22, 2026.

Running from 7-30 August 2026, this year's Edinburgh International Festival will present 24 days of world-class performances selected for their artistic and cultural resonance across opera, theatre, music and dance.  

The 2026 Sydney Writers' Festival has announced its program , delivering 200+ events from 250+ authors to transform Sydney into a week-long celebration of storytelling, 17–24 May.

The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and artistic team of Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy Letts' acclaimed play THE MINUTES, making its DC premiere at Keegan from April 4 to May 3, 2026. 

Players by the Sea Theatre will open 'Every Brilliant Thing' this Friday. March 13. This will be an intimate, immersive production where the audience will sit on the stage, surrounding the actor.

The American Association of Community Theatre (AACT) will host its annual Community Theatre Management Conference (CTMC) virtually in April 2026. The event aims to unite theatre administrators and leaders to discuss prevalent issues and share solutions in managing community theatres effectively.

The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.

Second Street Players will hold auditions for the classic musical GYPSY at the Riverfront Theatre in Milford, DE. Opportunities are available for various roles across age groups, with sessions scheduled for April 10 and 11.

Bridge Street Theatre will continue its 2026 SoloFest series with the world premiere of 'Herkimer! How My Ignorant Immigrant Ancestors Saved America and You Can Too.'

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced its 2026/2027 Season — a celebration of 1927, the year John Ringling moved the 'Greatest Show on Earth' to Sarasota. Learn more about the lineup here!

Theatre444 will hold auditions for the Broadway musical AMALIE, featuring music by Daniel Messé and lyrics by Nathan Tysen & Daniel Messé. Theatre444 will hold auditions for the quirky and charming musical Amalie with music by Daniel Mess and lyrics by Nathan Tysen & Daniel Messe;

The world premiere of new musical Dark of the Moon, based on the classic 1941 play by Howard D Richardson and William Berney, will run at Charing Cross Theatre.

The Everyman Theatre will host the anticipated DONOVAN - THE TALE OF THE GAEL TOUR, showcasing on July 11, 2026. This event promises a captivating performance by the renowned artist.

Initial casting has been announced for the world premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL which will open in May 2026 at Lowry and Curve respectively. Learn more here!

Join the South Street Seaport Museum for a special evening of craft and music at Bowne & Co. on March 28, featuring live performances by Blair Lamb and hands-on activities with historical presses.

New Rochelle Opera will present a special 'Sip and Serenade' event, offering an evening of opera performances paired with wine. The event aims to provide a unique cultural experience, blending classical music with a social atmosphere.

The Cleveland Institute of Music has appointed Chad Hoopes to its violin faculty, further strengthening the depth and vitality of the string department.