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Hollywood Bowl to Host AMADEUS in Concert, Lucy Dacus and More
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026


The Hollywood Bowl will present a lineup including AMADEUS in Concert with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and Lucy Dacus performing with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra alongside Cat Power.

Michelle Branch Adds Second Leg to EVERYWHERE AND BACK AGAIN Tour
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026


Michelle Branch will add 17 new tour dates after her first leg sold out within a week, and confirmed Maren Morris will join her upcoming EP following a surprise Ryman Auditorium duet.

Previews: SCREAMERS & SPEAK OF THE DEVIL at Shadowbox Live!
by Paul Batterson - Aug 18, 2026


Shadowbox Live! is no exception. Beginning in late August, the theatre troupe will offer two “spooky” shows, SCREAMERS and SPEAK OF THE DEVIL, a tribute show to the music and magic of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath.

Andrew McMahon Sets STRINGS ATTACHED Symphony Shows for 2027
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026


Andrew McMahon will bring his orchestral STRINGS ATTACHED show to Atlanta, Kansas City and Seattle, performing with local symphonies alongside a previously announced St. Louis date.

BORROWING FUNNY To Make World Premiere With Wounded Cobra Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 15, 2026


“Borrowing Funny” is being performed at Vintage Theatre. Director Mike Langworthy has cast Katy White as Tennille, Jeff Jesmer as Reuben, Lexi Wilson as Jacey, Darius Cade as Byron and Jordan Hull as Officer Jill.

Tickets to JERSEY BOYS Tour in Chicago on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2026


Tickets for the original Tony & Olivier Award-winning musical sensation, Jersey Boys in Chciago, are now on sale. The engagement will play Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre for a limited two-week engagement.

THE FARTISTE 20th Anniversary Concerts to Take Place at the Laurie Beechman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026


20 years after its Off-Broadway run, THE FARTISTE will bring its outrageous true story back to the stage with an explosive Anniversary Concert celebration at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.

Hermitage Artist Retreat Adds Mark Ronson, Will Butler to Curatorial Council
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026


The Hermitage Artist Retreat named its 2026-2027 National Curatorial Council, adding Mark Ronson, Will Butler, Bill Rauch, Ian Alteveer, and Justin Torres to the Sarasota County arts organization's roster of nominators.

Company XIV Founder Austin McCormick Talks 20 Years in Bushwick and More
by Carissa Chesanek - Aug 11, 2026


Founder and artistic director Austin McCormick brought Company XIV to Bushwick in 2006, creating one of the most unique performance spaces in the city.

THE WOOD BROTHERS to Play 18-Show Fall 2026 Tour Nov.-Dec.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026


The Wood Brothers will tour in November and December 2026, with stops including Charlottesville, Columbus, Milwaukee and a two-night run at The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia.

Jersey Boys 20th Anniversary Tour Cast Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2026


Jersey Boys reveals its full 20th Anniversary tour cast, kicking off in Syracuse before hitting Chicago, Denver, LA, San Francisco and more.

THE CHICKS Add Philly, Boston Dates to 2026 TAKING THE LONG WAY Tour
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026


The Chicks have added Philadelphia, Boston and a third Los Angeles date to their Taking the Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour, which kicks off September 30 in Detroit ahead of an expanded 3LP reissue out October 2.

Interview: Derek Hough is 'Living the Dream' with SYMPHONY OF DANCE: ENCORE Tour
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 6, 2026


Derek Hough is back on tour this summer, and you could say the triple-threat superstar doesn’t have to be. But live performance is Hough’s happy place.

Craig Ferguson to Tape PANTS ON FIRE Specials at Boulder Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026


Comedy Works Entertainment will present two special taping performances of Craig Ferguson's stand-up show at Boulder Theater, with audiences subject to being filmed for future release.

BLACKLIST UNION Release New Single, Video for MADAME BUTTERFLY
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026


Los Angeles hard rock band Blacklist Union released a new single and video featuring Lorraine Lewis of Femme Fatale, ahead of a planned European tour with Faster Pussycat.

The Argyle Theatre Founding Artistic Director Evan Pappas to Retire; Tommy Ranieri to Take Over
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026


The Argyle Theatre's founding Artistic Director Evan Pappas will retire following a nine-year tenure. Taking the helm is Long Island native Tommy Ranieri, who will work alongside Executive Producers and Managing Partners Mark and Dylan Perlman.

SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Still Scheduled for Summer 2027 Following Grande's Exit, Producers Confirm
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 3, 2026


Producers on Sunday In The Park With George have released a statement, following the exit of Ariana Grande from the production. 

Ariana Grande Drops Out of SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by Michael Major - Aug 2, 2026


The London revival of Sunday in the Park With George, starring Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, was eyeing a June 2027 opening at the Barbican Theatre, but now whether the production will heppen is in question as one star has left the production. 

AVENUE Q to Close City Theatre Austin's 20th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026


City Theatre Austin will present the Tony Award-winning musical AVENUE Q, directed by Matthew Shead with musical direction by Carrie Culver, closing the company's anniversary season.

AMERICAN AQUARIUM Explores DIY Grit On New Single "CAN'T INTO COULD"
by Joshua Wright - Jul 30, 2026


American Aquarium frontman BJ Barham discussed the origins of the track, drawn from a sportscaster's catchphrase and two decades of building a career on his own terms.

Review Roundup: LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR Opens At Radio City Music Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026


Reviews are in for Les Misérables: The Arena Concert Spectacular, now playing at Radio City Music Hall through August 9. Check out photos from the production below!

Review: UTOPIAS at Kindling Arts Festival
by Catherine Burford - Jul 28, 2026


For nine years, the Kindling Arts Festival has been bringing audiences together by giving local artists the chance to display their creativity. From July 23rd to the 26th this year, over one hundred and fifty local artists got to perform twenty-two shows spread across eight venues in Nashville.

Review: KEN LUDWIG’S DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at TampaRep
by Drew Eberhard - Jul 27, 2026


When the idea of seeing this Ken Ludwig play came to fruition, I was immediately enamored with the idea that it is based on a true story. Chronologically retelling the story of his parents courtship amidst the backdrop of war, specifically World War II, created a strong presence, I knew would resonate with all who witnessed its telling.

PURPLE RAIN Will Open on Broadway in Spring 2027
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2026


Let's go crazy! BroadwayWorld has just learned that 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN will arrive on Broadway. PURPLE RAIN will premiere next spring at the Majestic Theatre, beginning previews on  Friday, March 12, 2027, and officially opening on Monday, April 12, 2027. We have all of the details here!

Video: Susan Egan Performs 'I Won't Say (I'm in Love)' From HERCULES With Jonathan Tilkin and Anthony Gargiula
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026


Susan Egan, who played the role of Meg in the original Hercules film, joined viral social media stars Jonathan Tilkin and Anthony Gargiula for a rendition of 'I Won't Say (I'm in Love)' from Hercules.  Check out the video here!

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