Huntington Theatre's 2026 Spotlight Gala Raises Record-Breaking $1.7M
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
The Huntington's annual Spotlight Gala raised a record $1.7M at Boston's SoWa Power Station, honoring Karen Holmes Ward, playwright Mfoniso Udofia, and the Nancy and Edward Roberts Family for their contributions to the arts.
BALLETBOYZ, CIRCUS ZAMBIA, and More Set For LATITUDE FESTIVAL
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Latitude Festival's 20th anniversary arts programme will feature BalletBoyz's 25th anniversary production, the UK debut of Circus Zambia's AFRONAUTS, and new works from The Place and more at Henham Park.
Palm Beach Symphony Names Three Educators Winners of 2026 Randolph A. Frank Prize
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Palm Beach Symphony announced three recipients of the Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts, honoring educators Mickey Smith Jr., Heather Lescaille, and Roberto J. Vidal for their contributions to Palm Beach County's cultural life.
A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES to Open at Theatre Royal Bath This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Emma Rice Company's adaptation of Dylan Thomas' A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES will return this Christmas at the Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath, following a sell-out run at the company's Frome home base.
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Announces Retirement of General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Anthony Durone, president of the Lyric Opera of Kansas City Board of Trustees, has announced that Deborah Sandler Kemper, the company's General Director and Chief Executive Officer since 2012, will be retiring effective June 30, 2027, after 15 years of leadership.
Ensemble Studio Theatre Reveals Inaugural Memorial Writers Fund Recipients & Legacy Gifts
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Ensemble Studio Theatre announced legacy gifts from the families of playwrights Arthur Giron and Bridgette A. Wimberly, including a Memorial Writers Fund honoring Wimberly, with Stephanie Berry and Cassandra Medley named as inaugural recipients.
FINDING NEMO, FRED PENNER and More Set For Young People's Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Young People's Theatre announced its 2026-27 season, 'The Hero in Us All,' featuring five productions including Disney and Pixar's FINDING NEMO, a return engagement with Fred Penner, and JORDAN, honoring the legacy behind Jordan's Principle.
FINDING NEMO and More Set for Young People's Theatre 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Young People's Theatre announced its 2026-27 season, featuring five productions including JORDAN, FINDING NEMO, a Fred Penner concert series, GRAND SOFT DAY, and BATTLES at its Toronto stages.
Pacific Theatre Reveals All-Canadian 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
Pacific Theatre announced its 2026/27 season, featuring a national tour of SON OF A PREACHERMAN, the return of CHRISTMAS PRESENCE, and the world premiere of MENTAL by Jill Daum, marking the company's first season at its new Granville Island home.
ArtsFairfax Unveils 2026 Awards Honorees for Fairfax County Arts Recognition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
ArtsFairfax, the nonprofit designated as Fairfax County's local arts agency, has revealed the 2026 ArtsFairfax Awards recipients, elebrated as the annual event to recognize visionary contributions to the arts countywide.
World Premiere of VINELAND PLACE by Steven Dietz Will Come to Palm Beach Dramaworks
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Palm Beach Dramaworks will stage the world premiere of Steven Dietz's VINELAND PLACE, a cat-and-mouse thriller about a young writer hired to finish a late novelist's final book, directed by J. Barry Lewis.
CHUNKY JEWELLERY By Scotland's Barrowland Ballet to Embark On International Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
Following a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025 as part of the Made in Scotland Showcase, Chunky Jewellery will tour to the Open the Door International Festival and more.
RIGHT TO FLIGHT Rooftop Performance To Be Presented By Noo Arts
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
Noo Arts and Pratt Institute will present RIGHT TO FLIGHT, a rooftop performance and installation at Kingsland Wildflowers in Brooklyn raising awareness about migratory bird deaths caused by NYC building collisions.
Highmark Mann Center Will Present 50th Anniversary Season With 50+ Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Philadelphia's Highmark Mann Center announced its 50th anniversary season, featuring more than 50 performances, world premieres, and a $70 million campus transformation coinciding with America250 celebrations.
Princeton Symphony Orchestra to Present Free Opera 101 Workshop at Westrick Music Academy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026
The Princeton Symphony Orchestra will present a free Music That Tells a Story vocal workshop at Westrick Music Academy in Princeton Junction, featuring Princeton University voice professor Dr. Rochelle Ellis and OperaDelaware soprano Emily Margevich.
FRIENDS FROM THE CANAL Installation By Mookntaka Now On View In Gowanus
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Van Alen Institute has presented FRIENDS FROM THE CANAL, a public art installation by Mookntaka in Gowanus. The multi-site installation features illuminated sculptures placed across the neighborhood. The project will remain on view through late August 2026.
NEIGHBORLY by Chisa Hutchinson To Have Reading At City Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
City Theatre in Pittsburgh will present an in-process reading of NEIGHBORLY: A PLAY ON TWO STOOPS, a commissioned work by playwright Chisa Hutchinson, directed by Monteze Freeland with cast members Randy Kovitz and Bria Walker-Rhoze.
Michael Sheen and Callum Scott Howells Will Lead AMADEUS in the West End in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
Michael Sheen and Callum Scott Howells will star as Salieri and Mozart in the first major West End revival of Peter Shaffer's AMADEUS in over a decade, directed by Jeremy Herrin at the Noël Coward Theatre.
COME FROM AWAY London-Made Production To Close Grand Theatre Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
The Grand Theatre will present a new London Made production of COME FROM AWAY, directed by Julie Tomaino, on the Spriet Stage in London, Ontario, marking the venue's 2025/26 season finale.
Tiffany Mann to Headline Dallas Theater Center's CENTERSTAGE Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
Dallas Theater Center's Centerstage gala will feature Tiffany Mann as headliner, replacing Michael Urie, with guest artists Bri Woods and Akron Watson joining the fundraiser at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre.
Charisse Pearlina Weston Honored at 2026 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026
Visual artist Charisse Pearlina Weston was honored at the 18th Hermitage Greenfield Prize celebration, raising over $400,000, with performances by Tony nominee Will Swenson and Hermitage Fellow Britton Smith.
Florida Studio Theatre Receives $4,000 Grant to Stage Student-Written Plays
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) has received a $4,000 grant from theatre works! to support this year's anthology of student-written plays, The Pirate Ship and the Sea Monster & Other Winning Plays.
Shattered Globe Theatre Adds 3 New Ensemble Members and 5 Artistic Associates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
Chicago's Shattered Globe Theatre announced three new Ensemble Members—Ellie Fey, Kotryna Hilko and Jeff Rodriguez—along with five new Artistic Associates, as the company celebrates its 35th year.
Art Garfunkel Will Bring (WHAT A) WONDERFUL WORLD Tour to Robinson Center in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Art Garfunkel will perform at Robinson Center in Little Rock, AR on June 18 as part of his Art Garfunkel (What a) Wonderful World tour. Tickets go on sale April 10 at 10:00am.
HOMO ECONOMICUS to Feature Performance Art, Lecture, and Dance Club Experience in West Philly
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026
Homo Economicus, a blend of performance art, lecture, and dance club will be presented in West Philadelphia. The event aims to engage audiences through various artistic expressions.
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