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.
Ian McKellen Will Return to the Stage in LEAR at The Yard Theatre's New London Venue
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
The Yard Theatre in Hackney Wick announced its first season in a new RIBA award-winning building, featuring six productions including Ian McKellen in LEAR and a 50th-anniversary revival of FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE / WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF.
Lori Dimun Named Driehaus Foundation Senior Program Director, Arts and Culture
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
Lori Dimun, current President & CEO of the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, will join the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation as Senior Program Director, Arts and Culture, overseeing grantmaking for Chicago's cultural ecosystem.
Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
Julian Clary Will Return to Edinburgh Fringe After 17 Years With FULLY DILATED
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Julian Clary will return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for the first time in 17 years with FULLY DILATED, a limited ten-show run at Assembly Rooms' Music Hall, promising intimate revelations and his signature camp comedy.
Everyman Theatre Will Present Kate Hamill's EMMA in Baltimore
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026
Everyman Theatre will present Kate Hamill's adaptation of EMMA, directed by Laura Kepley, featuring the theatre's Resident Company in a feminist, contemporary take on Jane Austen's classic.
Patti Murin, Colin Donnell, and More Will Lead MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, with Patti Murin, Colin Donnell, Katerina McCrimmon and others joining previously announced Beth Leavel in the production's return to Forest Park.
Prospect Musicals' 2026 Gala & Muse Awards Reveals Full Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Prospect Musicals announced the full line-up for its 2026 Gala & Muse Awards at The Edison Ballroom, honoring LaChanze, Ken Davenport, Lindsay Mendez, Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.
PRIMARY TRUST To Close Crow’s Theatre Season With Toronto Run
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2026
Crow's Theatre and the Grand Theatre co-produce Eboni Booth's PRIMARY TRUST, the 2024 Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama, directed by Cherissa Richards and starring Durae McFarlane, at Toronto's Guloien Theatre.
Davóne Tines Will Lead Philadelphia Premiere of THE BLACK CLOWN at Miller Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Opera Philadelphia will present the Philadelphia premiere of THE BLACK CLOWN, a music theater work set to Langston Hughes' poetry, with bass-baritone Davóne Tines in the title role at the Miller Theater.
American Mural Project to Present Storytelling, Mother's Day & Air Force Events in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
American Mural Project in Winsted, CT revealed its May 2026 lineup, including a MOTH Grand Slam winner-hosted storytelling night, a Mother's Day family program, and Memorial Day Weekend events with decorated Air Force veteran Colonel Alton Whitley.
CARMEN Closes Seattle Opera’s 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026
Seattle Opera will present CARMEN, featuring Grammy-winning mezzos J'Nai Bridges and Sasha Cooke, from May 2-17, 2026 at McCaw Hall. Learn more about the production here!
Short Attention Span Theatre to Showcase New Plays in Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Short Attention Span Theatre will present an evening of six new short plays at the Gilded Saloon in Edinburgh on April 1, 2026. The event features a lineup of award-winning writers, including a Carnegie-nominated author and a newly published novelist. The plays, which cover genres from comedy to horror, offer a unique theatrical experience ahead of the main Fringe season. This showcase highlights the talents of established and emerging writers, providing a platform for innovative and diverse sto
Edinburgh International Festival Reveals Programme Highlights
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Running from 7-30 August 2026, this year's Edinburgh International Festival will present 24 days of world-class performances selected for their artistic and cultural resonance across opera, theatre, music and dance.
Makai Music Launches WIP²: A New Musical Theatre Writers Lab
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
Makai Music has announced the launch of WIP², a new development program for musical theatre writers in NYC and online, starting April 2026. Applications are now open until March 2, 2026.
Wagner's DAS RHEINGOLD and More Set for San Francisco Opera 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present a dynamic 2026-27 season, featuring a mix of classic operas and new productions. Highlights include premieres and revivals at the iconic War Memorial Opera House.
Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and More Lead 2026 Programming at The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
The National Theatre will present a star-studded 2026 season with Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and others enhancing its global reach. Learn more about the full lineup here!
John Legend Set to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
John Legend will take the stage at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Hear fan favorites from throughout his 13-time GRAMMY-winning body of work built over 20+ years—woven together with fascinating and unexpected stories from his life and career.
John Legend Brings An Evening of Songs and Stories to NJPAC
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
This special concert will feature John Legend performing intimate renditions of his greatest hits, including “All of Me,” “Ordinary People,” and “Tonight,” along with fan favorites from his impressive career of over 20 years.
Piccione Arts To Host Open-Mic Fundraiser For State Assembly Candidate Josh Arnon
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026
Piccione Arts will host an open-mic fundraiser in support of State Assembly candidate Josh Arnon on January 31 at 7:00 p.m. The event is produced by Piccione Arts, the production company founded by autistic writer and producer Anthony J. Piccione.
Photos: Madison Mosley and the Cast of the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
All new production photos have been released from the North American Tour of Beetlejuice, featuring the cast's new Lydia, Madison Mosley. Check out the photos here!
Interview: CHOREOGRAPHERS ELLENORE SCOTT & AYODELE CASEL GIVE FUNNY GIRL'S SAGA FLAIR, FUN & FINESSE
by Valerie-Jean Miller - May 28, 2024
VJM: Thank you both for giving of your time to answer my questions. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of two Choreographers being hired for the same Broadway show, not even a revival, that I can think of. How did that come about for both of you? Ellenore Scott: Funny Girl was my Broadway debut as a choreographer. I was so happy when I got a call from Michael Mayer (the director) asking me to work on this revival with him. He knew I was NOT a tap dancer and was aware of the multiple tap routines in the show and asked if I would be down to share the billing with Ayodele Casel. Ayo is an extraordinary artist so I was thrilled to be by her side as she made her Broadway debut as well. Michael first met me initially at Head Over Heels on Broadway where I was an associate choreographer to Spencer Liff. In 2019, he asked if I would choreograph the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors and we opened the show October 17th, 2019. I have loved working with Michael and feel as though he keeps his people close and I’m grateful he thought of me for this historic revival. Ayodele Casel: I met Michael Mayer in 2016 when he directed a New York City Center Encores! show I performed in. Later that fall he invited me to perform that piece in a Broadway for Hillary fundraiser he was also directing. We'd kept in touch over the years and in 2019, after seeing a show I’d premiered at The Joyce Theater, he asked if I would be interested in providing the Tap choreography for a revival he was working on. Like Ellenore shared, Michael wanted to work with us both to deliver the full choreographic vision of the show. I believe it was a very progressive vision on his part and I’m really thankful that I was able to make my Broadway debut with this team.
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