The Life - 2017 - West End Articles Page 15

Ann Talman will present her solo cabaret Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile at the Arts Club of Washington. The show explores Talman’s personal and professional relationship with Elizabeth Taylor through stories and music from Broadway and the Great American Songbook.

The Hermitage Artist Retreat, in collaboration with the Philadelphia-based Greenfield Foundation, has announced visual artist Charisse Pearlina Weston as the winner of the 2026 Hermitage Greenfield Prize (HGP).

Jordan Harrison’s “MARJORIE PRIME” opens at Theatre 29 January 16 for a 3-week run. The Broadway premiere production of the groundbreaking play just opened on December 8.

From Anthony Ramos to Ben Platt, take a look at all the Broadway stars to look out for when you tune in to Ryan Murphy's new series, The Beauty. All episodes of the series are now streaming on Hulu.

Penfold Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creatives for the dark comedy, Wild Horses written by Allison Gregory and directed by Rudy Ramirez.

The New York Neo-Futurists have promoted Amelia Bethel and Julia Melfi to Co-Artistic Directors and appointed Sean Tecson as General Manager, marking a significant leadership transition.

Singer-songwriter and actress Katelyn Tarver has announced her Spring 2026 headline tour, kicking off April 30 in Chicago, which follows the recent news of her forthcoming third studio album.

The Wilma Theater is presenting the return of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production, a dance-theater cabaret set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Aimee Mann.

New Adventures will bring Matthew Bourne’s double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of The Red Shoes to Milton Keynes Theatre, from Tue 10 – Sat 14 Feb as part of a UK tour.

Jack Fishman, the Executive Director of the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, will retire after over eight years of leadership. Adam Frank has been appointed as the Interim Executive Director, with a search for a permanent successor expected to begin soon.

Every once in a while, a show finds its own path. The US national tour of 'Six' is making its second stop in Des Moines this week at Des Moines Performing Arts, and almost 10 years later, the show still has the same level of excitement it did then.

Columbus-based playwright Francesca DiFrancesco latest work, THE CALL, was sparked during a visit to Disney World’s “Country Bear Jamboree.”

Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, the biopic of music icon Bruce Springsteen, arrives January 23 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S. and on Disney+ internationally.

Alan Gilbert has renewed his contract as Music Director of the Royal Swedish Opera through the end of 2029, with the option of a further extension. Gilbert, a Grammy Award winner for Best Opera Recording, has held the post since 2021 and was named Royal Court Kapellmeister by the King of Sweden in 2022.

The Octagon Theatre, Bolton has announced that its Christmas show for 2026-27 will be Cinderella: A Fairy Tale, opening on Friday 20 November 2026. Learn more here!

The English National Opera will present a new production of RISE AND FALL OF THE CITY OF MAHAGONNY, featuring Andre de Ridder and Danielle de Niese. Learn more here!

Full casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's forthcoming touring production of Hamlet which visits Truro, Bradford, Norwich, Nottingham, Blackpool, Newcastle upon Tyne, York and Canterbury.

Sarah Trahern, CEO of the  Country Music Association (CMA), will retire at the end of 2026, marking the conclusion of her 12-year-tenure in the role. Trahern will remain engaged in her role as CEO until the end of the year, working with the Board and senior leadership amid a search for her successor.

Boston Playwrights' Theatre will present ZABEL IN EXILE, a new play exploring timely themes, from February 19 to March 8. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

FINDING GLITTER IN THE STORM will debut at the Midsumma Festival in 2026, exploring themes of resilience and identity through a compelling narrative. Learn more here!

Actor’s Express will open its 38th season with Bob Dylan and Conor McPherson’s gorgeous musical Girl From The North Country.  Learn more about the production here!

Nine years after last setting foot in Vancouver, BC, the K-pop girl group, TWICE, returned to the city for a long-awaited homecoming. The group last visited in 2017 while filming the music video for their hit song, “Likey,” a moment many fans still associate with the city. On January 9 and 10, 2026, TWICE opened the North American leg of their “THIS IS FOR” World Tour with two sold-out nights at Rogers Arena.

Comedian Jo Koy will return to the stage at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on April 10, 2026. Tickets for the event are now on sale offering fans a chance to see the popular comedian live.

Empire of the Sun and the DJ duo Two Friends are set as the headlining performances at the 2026 Pegasus World Cup, which marks the 10th anniversary of the popular horse race event. 

The New Hazlett Theater is inviting audiences to the premiere of Agnus Teaches Acting. The production stars acclaimed Pittsburgh artist Treasure Treasure as the infamous Agnus Stephenson.