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San Francisco Opera Unveils David Gockley Bas-relief On View In The War Memorial Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2024


San Francisco Opera General Director Emeritus David Gockley was honored on August 20 with a bas-relief unveiled in the lobby of the War Memorial Opera House.

A MATTER OF TIME, Featuring the Works of Ken Cro-Ken and Matt Sullivan to be Presented at Gallery 2B&2C
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2024


Experience the fusion of art and music with A MATTER OF TIME, featuring the works of Ken Cro-Ken and Matt Sullivan at Gallery 2B&2C in Manhattan's Alphabet City/East Village. Learn how to attend.

Tears For Fears Set to Play Exclusive Three-Night Las Vegas Residency
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024


Iconic British duo Tears For Fears are headed to Las Vegas this fall with Songs for a Nervous Planet, an exclusive three-night live event at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The shows will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 at 8 p.m.

New York City Opera to Present Concert Production of TOSCA at Bryant Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024


New York City Opera will present a concert production of TOSCA at Bryant Park, honoring the 100th anniversary of Giacomo Puccini's passing. Learn how to attend.

THE SILVER CORD Comes to the Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2024


In a production commissioned by the Finborough Theatre, the first London production since 1927 of Sidney Howard’s The Silver Cord will open at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 3 September 2024.

KEEPIN' IT REAL & More Set for Illusion Theatre 50th Anniversary 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2024


ILLUSION THEATER celebrates its 50th anniversary with a season of new plays and special performances, honoring its legacy of producing transformative theater on pressing social issues.

ELECTRIC, I World Premiere Announced At Theatre Of NOTE
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2024


Theatre of NOTE has announced the world premiere of ELECTRIC, I written by Shayne Eastin and directed by Amanda Sonnenschein.

BOEING BOEING & More Set for Hampton Theatre Company 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2024


HAMPTON THEATRE COMPANY revealed its 2024-2025 season lineup featuring a diverse range of productions from classic dramas to contemporary comedies. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Western's Summer Shakespeare Presents Queer Adaptation Of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2024


Experience Western's Summer Shakespeare with a unique 1980s queer adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream, featuring an all-female and gender non-conforming cast, at the Beryl Ivey Garden, Western University.

NCTC's 2024-25 Season Opener RIDE THE CYCLONE Arrives In September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024


New Conservatory Theatre Center will launch their 2024-25 Season opener with Jacob Richmond & Brooke Maxwell's award-winning musical turned TikTok sensation, Ride the Cyclone from September 20 – October 20, 2024.

First Annual Downtown Upstate Festival to Be Held in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024


Explore the new chapter for a downtown theater legend in Hudson Valley, featuring insights into the vibrant local arts scene and upcoming projects.

Review: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at Morgan Auditorium At The University Of La Verne
by Amanda Callas - Aug 2, 2024


Merrily We Roll Along is that rare gem, a grown-up, subtle, perceptive musical that can delight both audiences love musicals and audiences who hate them.  This production by the Inland Valley Repertory Theatre, with brilliant direction by Frank Minano, is complex, bittersweet, funny, heartfelt, ultimately joyous and inspiring.

The Alarm Releasing New Album 'Music Television' This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 1, 2024


A technicolor homage to the video explosion of the 1980s through a reinterpreted collection of MTV channel classics, Music Television will be available for streaming and DSPs everywhere on August 23, 2024.

X Releases 'Ruby Church' Track From Final Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2024


Punk rock band X has released the opening track 'Ruby Church' from their new album. Smoke & Fiction, the final album from the band, is set for release on Friday, August 2. Listen to the new track now!

National Theatre of Scotland to Present FIFTH STEP, DEAR BILLY, and More at Edinburgh Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2024


The National Theatre of Scotland is set to make its presence known at the Edinburgh Festivals this August, with three productions being performed on the world stage.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.

Review: NTP's Production of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center
by Peter Nason - Jul 21, 2024


It will put a smile on your face!

2024 Sundance Trans Possibilities Intensive Fellows Announced
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 18, 2024


The Sundance Institute has unveiled the 2024 Trans Possibilities Intensive Fellows, celebrating emerging transgender artists and their innovative work in film and media.

The Walt Disney Company Receives 183 Record-Breaking Emmy Award Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2024


The Walt Disney Company has received 183 record-breaking nominations for the 76th Primetime Emmy® Awards across its content brands and studios, including ABC, Disney Branded Television, Disney Television Studios, FX, and more.

The Brooklyn Monarch Unveils Summer Events Lineup Featuring EDM, Hip-Hop & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024


The Brooklyn Monarch revealed its summer events, featuring metal, punk, hip-hop, and EDM shows at this independent DIY venue. Learn how to purchase tickets.

SNL Stars on the Broadway Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2024


Ana Gasteyer is not the only Saturday Night Live alum to have flexed her acting muscles on the Broadway stage. BroadwayWorld is rounding up your favorite SNL stars who are also Broadway stars. Check out our list here!

2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17 
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024


Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.

Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jul 6, 2024


This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?

Eric Liddell Charity Will Inspire New Generations With World-first Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2024


An inspiring exhibition commemorating the legendary athlete Eric Liddell will be unveiled at the Scottish Parliament this summer, marking the centenary of Liddell's iconic Olympic gold medal victory in Paris in 1924.

Review: DREAMGIRLS at The Muny
by James Lindhorst - Jun 29, 2024


Tiffany Mann is magnificent in The Muny's DREAMGIRLS as Effie White. She is a powerhouse performer with riveting stage presence and gigantic voice. Her heartbroken, resentful, and bitter portrayal painted a determined Effie who would not be pushed aside.

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