The YVR Art Foundation Unveils 2026 Scholarship Recipients
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026
The YVR Art Foundation announced 10 recipients of its 2026 Art Scholarship Awards, distributing $75,000 to First Nation artists from British Columbia and the Yukon across emerging and mid-career categories.
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.
Photos: Angela Bassett Visits Deborah Cox at TITANIQUE
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Deborah Cox is currently starring in Titanique on Broadway and was recently paid a visit by her friend Angela Bassett. The pair spent time together in Cox's dressing room, and you can check out the photos here!
Cast Set For Canadian Premiere Of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Paranormal Activity will make its Canadian Premiere at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in a strictly limited engagement. The cast of the Toronto production includes six actors with credits on Broadway, London's West End and touring productions.
ACHY BREAKY BRIDE Will Return to St Helens Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Regal Entertainments Ltd will present ACHY BREAKY BRIDE at St Helens Theatre Royal, with Leanne Campbell reprising her acclaimed role as Jolene alongside X Factor star David Heath and a full ensemble cast.
Utah Symphony Music Director Designate Markus Poschner Mentors High School Students
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Markus Poschner, Utah Symphony Music Director Designate, mentored 47 high school musicians through the orchestra's Side-by-Side program at Abravanel Hall, ahead of conducting the season finale and opening the Deer Valley Music Festival.
MONET TO MATISSE: DEFYING TRADITION to Launch at Art Gallery of South Australia
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
The Art Gallery of South Australia announced programs for MONET TO MATISSE: DEFYING TRADITION, an Australian-exclusive exhibition featuring works by Cézanne, Degas, Monet, and Van Gogh, alongside Friday night soirées, live music, and immersive artist-designed activity spaces.
THE MERCY VELVET PROJECT World Premier and More Set for Yale Schwarzman Center Summer 2026 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Yale Schwarzman Center announced its summer programming, featuring free public events including the world premiere of THE MERCY VELVET PROJECT, a concert reading of JUBILEE: A FOLK OPERA, dance workshops led by Pilobolus, and live music at The Well.
PASSING STRANGE to Close The Studio@620 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
The Studio@620 in St. Petersburg will close its landmark season with a full-scale production of the Tony Award-winning rock musical PASSING STRANGE, directed by Artistic Executive Director Erica Sutherlin.
BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL to Return to Wagner Park for Free Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Battery Dance will present its 45th Annual Festival at Wagner Park, featuring a week of free nightly performances, community workshops, and a one-night commemorative show marking the U.S. semi-quincentennial.
LITTLE WOMEN, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL to Open at Roxbury Arts Alliance
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
The Roxbury Arts Alliance will present LITTLE WOMEN, The Broadway Musical at the Citizens Bank Theater in Succasunna, NJ, for a limited four-performance run featuring the Tony Award-nominated score.
UPSTATE ART WEEKEND: OPEN HOURS to Return to Kaatsbaan Cultural Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present Open Hours for its 2026 Visual Art Exhibition, Earthly Delights, featuring nine contemporary Hudson Valley artists across grounds, gallery, and barn spaces.
PAN GYUL to Screen at American Black Film Festival's 30th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Juliette Jeffers' directorial debut Pan Gyul, a coming-of-age short film set in Nevis centered on steelpan music and Caribbean identity, has been selected for the American Black Film Festival's 'Voices of Culture' showcase in Miami Beach.
Sneak Peek of LA GUAGUA 47 Will Be Held at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Philadelphia Theatre Company will present a free one-night-only concert reading of LA GUAGUA 47: A PHILADELPHIA MUSICAL, a new work by Alba Martínez, directed by Laurie Woolery, ahead of a planned full production.
HOT COMBINATION to Return to Birdland with Bryce Edwards and Mike Davis
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club will present an encore of HOT COMBINATION, featuring Bryce Edwards and Mike Davis honoring 1920s jazz duo Red Nichols and Cliff Edwards, backed by an all-star traditional jazz band.
BUTOH: INTO THE DEPTH to Open at Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute announced a five-week Butoh course in Brooklyn, culminating in a student performance. Taught by choreographer Vangeline, the program is open to dancers and non-dancers with sliding-scale tuition.
DANGER OF A SINGLE STORY: MIAMI GARDENS EDITION Returns for 2nd Annual Student Photo Exhibit
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
Miami Norland Senior High students will present over 400 original photographs at the North Dade Regional Library in a free, public exhibition challenging stereotypes about Miami Gardens through student-led visual storytelling.
York Theatre Names Wendy Hall and Stephanie Alvarado Prugh to Leadership Positions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
The York Theatre has revealed two key management promotions to its leadership team: Wendy Hall as Managing Director (formerly General Manager) and Stephanie Alvarado Prugh (formerly Director of Development) as Director of New Works and Development.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Will Open 93rd Season at Theatre By The Sea
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Theatre By The Sea will open its 93rd summer season with LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, directed by Bob Richard and Diane Laurenson, at Bill Hanney's Wakefield, RI venue.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present Sixth Annual Visual Arts Exhibition EARTHLY DELIGHTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2026
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present its sixth annual Visual Arts Exhibition, 'Earthly Delights,' featuring artists exploring biological and natural forms across the 153-acre Tivoli, NY grounds. Admission is free.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Will Open 6th Annual Visual Arts Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present its sixth annual Visual Arts Exhibition, titled Earthly Delights, featuring nine contemporary Hudson Valley artists curated by Hilary Greene at its Tivoli, NY campus.
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.
Disability-Led THE SECRET GARDEN Will Come to The Egg at Theatre Royal Bath
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
The Egg at Theatre Royal Bath announced a disability-led reimagining of THE SECRET GARDEN, adapted by Tom Wentworth and directed by Stephanie Kempson.
Nikki Amuka-Bird and Oliver Chris Will Lead ARCADIA West End Transfer
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Nikki Amuka-Bird and Oliver Chris join the West End transfer of the Olivier Award-nominated Old Vic production of Tom Stoppard's ARCADIA, directed by Carrie Cracknell at the Duke of York's Theatre.
THROUGH IRISH EYES Will Return to The Everyman in July
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Anglo Irish Productions will present THROUGH IRISH EYES at The Everyman in Cork, featuring All-Ireland champion musicians, world champion Irish dancers, and vocalist Barry Tierney in a fusion of traditional and contemporary Irish performance.
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