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THE NORMAL HEART 1993 Benefit Reading With Barbra Streisand, Kevin Bacon to Get First Digital Release
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
Simon & Schuster Audio will release the 1993 Broadway benefit reading of Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART on digital audio for The First time, featuring Kevin Bacon, Stockard Channing, Harry Hamlin, and a rare stage appearance by Barbra Streisand.
North/South Chamber Orchestra to Close 46th Season With Works by Living Composers
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026
The North/South Chamber Orchestra will conclude its 46th consecutive season with a free concert featuring works by composers from France, the Czech Republic, and the United States at Christ & St. Stephen's Church in New York.
ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Original Cast Spooktacular Tour is Coming to Patchogue Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
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.
SATYRICON to Make World Premiere at SF Eagle Bar This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Stuart Bousel's SATYRICON, directed by Andrew Calabrese, will make its world premiere at San Francisco's historic Eagle Bar, marking The First fully produced show by the newly formed Eagle Players.
Philadelphia Orchestra Presents 2026 C. Hartman Kuhn Award to Bassist Nathaniel West
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
The Philadelphia Orchestra honored bassist Nathaniel West with the 2026 C. Hartman Kuhn Award, while three retiring musicians with 115 combined years of service and two 50-year veterans were also recognized.
Ensemble Theatre of Cleveland to Present 2026-2027 Season With World Premiere and Cleveland Debuts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Ensemble Theatre of Cleveland announced its upcoming season, featuring a World Premiere, two Cleveland Premieres, and a revival, including Jez Butterworth's THE FERRYMAN and Seamus Heaney's THE BURIAL AT THEBES.
WHO WE BECOME to Return to New York With Lanford Wilson One-Acts
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
Deep Flight Productions will present an encore engagement of WHO WE BECOME, a program of rarely produced Lanford Wilson one-acts, at Factory Series at the Chain Studio Theatre in New York.
LOVESONG to Star Karen Allen and David Garrison at Berkshire Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Karen Allen and David Garrison will lead Berkshire Theatre Group's production of LOVESONG, Abi Morgan's drama spanning decades of marriage, directed by Pulitzer Prize-winner David Auburn at The Unicorn Theatre.
Wilma Theater Names Lindsay Smiling as Sole Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Philadelphia's Tony Award-winning Wilma Theater announced Lindsay Smiling as its sole Artistic Director, transitioning from his Co-Artistic Director role to lead the company alongside Managing Director Leigh Goldenberg.
ARMAGEDDON, GLORY, APOLLO 13, and NATIONAL TREASURE Set for Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Summer Classic Movies Series
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre will present its Summer Classic Movie Series, featuring films including ARMAGEDDON, GLORY, APOLLO 13, and MIRACLE, celebrating America's 250th birthday.
Dik Downey Will Make Fringe Debut With DON QUIXOTE (IS A VERY BIG BOOK)
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Puppeteer and clown Dik Downey makes his Edinburgh Fringe debut at 63 with DON QUIXOTE (IS A VERY BIG BOOK), a one-man show at the Pleasance Dome blending slapstick, puppetry, and Cervantes' 939-page novel into 55 minutes.
Jerry Seinfeld to Return to Beacon Theatre With New Comedy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
Jerry Seinfeld is returning to New York's Beacon Theatre with all-new comedy, adding to his record-breaking residency that began in 2016. He currently holds the record for most comedy shows at the venue with 133 lifetime performances.
GISELLE to Close Olympic Ballet Theatre 45th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
Olympic Ballet Theatre will present GISELLE at Edmonds Center for the Arts, with 21-year-old trainee Yasmin Arafe stepping into the title role for two performances only.
London City Ballet Will Embark On 17-Venue 2026 Tour Across Five Countries
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
LONDON CITY BALLET announced its third season tour, visiting 17 venues across the UK, USA, and Europe, with an expanded company of 18 dancers and guest artist Alina Cojocaru.
Tierra Legacy To Return To Cal State LA For First Annual Car Show And Community Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026
Tierra Legacy, the continuation of pioneering East LA Chicano band Tierra, will perform at Cal State LA's First Annual Car Show and Community Festival, returning to the campus where the original band first performed over 50 years ago.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of PROOF
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 17, 2026
The First Broadway revival of Proof, David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play, directed by Thomas Kail, is now open at the Booth Theatre. Check out photos of the cast on the opening night red carpet here!
None of the Above Theater Co. Will Present World Premiere of ONE SENIOR, ONE ADULT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
None of the Above Theater Company will present the world premiere of ONE SENIOR, ONE ADULT, written and directed by Robert Liebowitz, at the Episcopal Actor's Guild in New York. The 70-minute play features seven actors portraying a single character.
Kamasi Washington to Headline Santa Monica International Jazz Festival in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
The inaugural Santa Monica International Jazz Festival, running May 1-9, 2026, will feature Kamasi Washington, Stewart Copeland, and Stanley Clarke in a tribute to Miles Davis and John Coltrane's centennials.
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer & Seth Meyers to Headline National Comedy Center Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2026
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer, and Seth Meyers will headline the National Comedy Center's annual comedy festival in Jamestown, New York, August 6–9, 2026, alongside Carol Leifer, Gina Brillon, and others.
New York Theatre Ballet’s LEGENDS & VISIONARIES To Feature Works By Merce Cunningham and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
New York Theatre Ballet will present LEGENDS & VISIONARIES April 10–11 at Judson Memorial Church. The program features Merce Cunningham’s How to Pass, Kick, Fall and Run and world premieres by Julian Donahue and Kevin Iega Jeff.
Full Cast Announced for STAND & DELIVER at National Theatre of Scotland
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
45 years on from the legendary occupation of the Lee Jeans Factory in Greenock, Stand and Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In tells a powerful and personal story of political resistance, workers' determination and lifelong female solidarity and friendship.
Katonah Classic Stage to Showcase New Reading Series in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
Katonah Classic Stage will present a new reading series in March 2026, featuring a lineup of classic plays and contemporary works. The series aims to enrich the local cultural scene with diverse theatrical performances.
CATS Now Playing At Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre will present CATS, the beloved musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, now through April 4, 2026, featuring classic songs and innovative staging.
Extra Acts Set For Live At Arley 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
Live at Arley will return this spring – and extra acts for the special music event have been revealed. This year's event takes place from 15-17 May in the grounds of historic Arley Hall, offering three nights of live music for The First time.
Vancouver Art Gallery to Showcase Stephen Shore's Gifted Works in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026
The Vancouver Art Gallery has received a significant donation of photographs by renowned artist Stephen Shore from the Chan Family, set to be displayed in the upcoming exhibition 'Stephen Shore: Uncommon Places' starting March 27, 2026.
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