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The Gay Freedom Band of Los Angeles will present a Halloween-themed cabaret featuring the GFBLA Jazz Band, Sepulveda Sax Quartet, and Tootie Fruities Clarinet Choir, hosted by drag performer Anya B. Hynz.

Factory International has announced its 2027 season, featuring nine UK and world premieres including a mixed reality play with Ian McKellen and a new production of EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH with composer Philip Glass.

Vancouver bluesman Al Walker's eighth self-produced album BLUESMAN reaches #1 on the Roots Music Report Canada chart and debuts at #13 on the Canadian Big Blues Chart.

MEN WITHOUT HATS announced a North American tour in support of their new album ON THE MOON, with dates across the U.S., Canada, and Australia.

A new book by Brian Beck and Piotr Orlov features essays from 80 celebrated musicians, including Dolly Parton, Erykah Badu, Chris Stapleton, and Jamie xx, highlighting overlooked and beloved albums.

Julien's Auctions will present over 450 lots of music memorabilia at its PLAYED, WORN, & TORN sale in Nashville, featuring instruments and artifacts from Bill Wyman, Liberace, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, and other legendary artists.

Mia Moretti released a 10-track compilation featuring Heidi Lawden, Scarlett O'Malley, HYANNI, and remixes from Radio Slave and MYD, reflecting her summer residency on the White Isle.

CHARGED PARTICLES returns with its second live album featuring trumpeter Randy Brecker as special guest, recorded at the Half Moon Bay club and available via Origin Records.

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre will display a photographic exhibition reuniting the subjects of Chris Steele-Perkins' iconic 1978 photograph Disco In Wolverhampton, alongside contemporary portraits and artwork by Claudette Johnson MBE.

Blue Pearl Theatrics begins its fall semester of a tuition-free conservatory-style performing arts program for ages 7 to 14 at Bronx River Art Center, culminating in a spring production.

Shakira and Burna Boy's World Cup anthem reached one billion YouTube views in 105 days, joining THE BLACK EYED PEAS in the milestone club. LISA's new single hit number one globally.

John Lydon's PUBLIC IMAGE LTD opened its first North American tour in eight years in Pioneertown, CA, with stops through Nashville on October 9 and a second leg set for February.

The 10-disc collection compiles Kim Carnes' recordings for A&M, EMI America and MCA, featuring rare 12-inch dance mixes, bonus duets and a limited autographed print edition.

PBS has outlined upcoming programming including RESOLVE TO SOLVE with Miles O'Brien, MADE IN THE WEST narrated by Tanya Tucker, and THE DRAWING ROOM featuring Mo Welch.

The University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College has announced the upcoming 2026-27 Performance Season to be held in the UA-EACC Fine Arts Center. Season ticket packages for the 2026-27 Season will go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 21 at 10:00 a.m. 

PBS will present a lineup of programming including Great Performances' Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night and American Experience's Billy the Kid, along with additional titles.

Rick Braun will perform a tribute to Chuck Mangione at the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, drawing from his first tribute album honoring the late jazz icon.

Pianist Jun Hee Park will begin a residency at the Stonewall Inn, performing as lead pianist in trombonist Laura Orzehoski's jazz quartet at the historic New York venue.

Celebration Theatre is honored to present the West Coast Premiere sneak peek of CAPTAIN SHOW BIZ, and Bruce won't be taking the stage alone. Joining him is a genuinely staggering roster of screen and stage talent: five-time Golden Globe nominee MARILU HENNER (Taxi, Evening Shade, Broadway's Chicago); two-time Emmy winner SALLY STRUTHERS (All in the Family, Gilmore Girls); Emmy winner and original Queer Eye 'Fab Five' star JAI RODRIGUEZ (Broadway's Rent, Bros); GRANT SHOW, the primetime icon of Melrose Place and Dynasty; Ugly Betty scene-stealer and acclaimed comedian ALEC MAPA; and GARRETT CLAYTON (King Cobra, Hairspray Live!) — with more great names still to be announced. Trust us: you'll want to be in the room! site click: celebrationtheatre.org

Pianist Randy Ingram will perform music from his Bill Evans tribute album with trio alumni Joe La Barbera and Rufus Reid at the Jamestown Arts Center, presented by Puddingstone Music.

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!

Robyn Hitchcock has released his 25th solo album, marking a milestone in the veteran singer-songwriter's decades-long recording career.

Armada Music announced an upcoming slate of electronic dance music releases, including new tracks from Arodes, Cerrone, and James Hurr, spanning Afro House, Deep House, and more.

92NY's Harkness Dance Center announced its 2026/27 Harkness Mainstage Series, featuring Trisha Brown Dance Company, Doug Varone and Dancers, and an inaugural Dance on Film Festival.

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts announced a screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, featuring original 'Magenta' actress Patricia Quinn, with a live shadow cast, costume contest, and VIP meet-and-greet available.