Sleeping Beauty or Coma

Casting high school aged teen-agers can be a trickier needle to thread than one might think. Two actors who are still in high school wrestling down the spectrum of emotions, growth journeys and heartbreak of Shakespeare’s tale is no small achievement. Asher Hagler and Quinnlyn Scheppner make their marks; they are charismatic, genuine and, yes, also very young.

The contemporary ballet company, Chamber Dance Project (CDP): Its bringing together of soloist-level professional ballet dancers during their lay-off periods from major professional companies and partnering them with equally talented musicians and boundary pushing choreographers.

This dazzling production, a feast for the eyes and ears, runs through June 28 at the Kennedy Center. The show delivers a fun, nostalgic and moving experience.

Featuring music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, a book by Karen Zacarías, and direction by Michael Greif, BASURA is a vibrant, uplifting new musical filled with heart, hope, and the transformative power of music.

The West End transfer of The Old Vic’s acclaimed and Olivier Award nominated production of Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia is directed by Carrie Cracknell and will run at the Duke of York’s Theatre, which is being newly renovated into the round. Check out the photos!

What did our critic think of THE GRADUATE BY TERRY JOHNSON at The Dolphin Theatre, Onehunga?

With so many artists making their New Village Arts debuts in this 'Hairspray,' there is a palpable sense of excitement and discovery throughout the evening, complementing the musical's themes of young people finding their voices and stepping into the spotlight.

Murmuration Theatre Co. will present five original short plays tackling abortion rights, healthcare costs, and wellness culture as part of its fourth annual First Flight Showcase at ArtX NYC in Chelsea.

You get an entire evening of short bursts of brilliance, kinda like a fireworks show to commemorate Juneteenth. This year, all ten entries are extremely solid in both what they say and who says them.

Princess Anastasia has been found at the Royal Theatre in Benton. Seriously, I am a starry-heart eyes believer that Karis Martin is the real lost princess. There is no way you can tell me otherwise, and if you don't believe me, go see for yourself. This is your last weekend to catch Anastasia, and trust me, you do not want to miss it. Directed by Jeremy Clay, with Assistant Director Aubree Blankenship, Co-Music Directors Justin and Heidi McCartney, and Choreographer Jordyn Purtle, this sweeping musical adventure is filled with romance, humor, and enough theatrical magic to leave audiences completely enchanted.

Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah, NY will present eleven concerts and events spanning American roots, jazz, and global music genres across five distinct performance spaces on its 81-acre estate.

The Joffrey Ballet will present the Chicago premiere of John Neumeier's narrative ballet LILIOM, making it the first American ballet company to stage the work, at the Lyric Opera House.

Roger Q. Mason's new play BILL, a sequel to Lavender Men, will receive a developmental reading at Open Jar Studios in New York as part of PlayPenn's New Play Development Conference.

54 Below will present an upcoming week of performances including Tony winner Melba Moore, Emmet Cahill, George Young, and the final performances of SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED, plus a tribute to Olivia Rodrigo and more.

Jim Carrey is looking to reprise his role as the infamous Christmas-stealing character in a sequel to the hit 2000 blockbuster, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. If it moves forward, the actor and comedian, who remains largely out of the spotlight, will reunite with director Ron Howard for another go at the Dr. Seuss character.

Laia Cabrera and Isabelle Duverger's two immersive video and sound installations, 'Perennial Land - The Data Forest' and 'Qualia - You Matter to Me' , are on view at Mana Contemporary in Jersey City as part of the Voices International Festival.

Little Theatre of Fall Rive will present a Youth Workshop production of 13, by Jason Robert Brown, opening at Narrows Center for the Arts. Little Theatre's Youth Workshop aim is to provide a platform for young individuals to explore their passion.

Today’s subject Matt Di Carlo is currently living his theatre life as the International Associate Director for Moulin Rouge! The Musical. The North American Tour is currently playing and engagement in the Opera House at Kennedy Center through June 28th.

English Touring Opera has revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring new productions of Dido & Aenas, Tosca and more, touring cities across England including Durham for the first time.

Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson will play Teen Angel in Secret Cinema's GREASE: THE IMMERSIVE MOVIE MUSICAL, returning to Evolution London in Battersea Park for a limited run this summer.

Broadway producer and publicist David Rothenberg will perform his autobiographical one-person show NAMEDROPPING at Castle Gardens in NYC, with proceeds benefiting The Fortune Society.

Check out new production photos of Chromolume Theatre's Elegies: A Song Cycle by William Finn, now playing as part of the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival. Directed by Carol M. Becker with musical direction by Isaac Schanno Johnson, the intimate and moving song cycle celebrates the lives of friends, family members, and loved ones lost, balancing heartfelt reflection with humor and hope.

Totally Thames has revealed the first wave of programming for its 2026 festival, featuring large-scale public artworks, immersive performances, new writing and community events celebrating the River Thames. Highlights include a major installation by Turner Prize-nominated artist Catherine Yass, live performances aboard the historic SS Robin and site-specific works throughout London.

Ballet West announced its inaugural Summit Festival in Park City, Utah, featuring live performances, a farm-to-table dinner with Ballerina Farm, and a free documentary screening in partnership with Park City Film.