The Prince Fellowship to Open Applications for 2026 Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced applications are open for its 2026 program, offering early-career producers a $10,000 stipend, a $20,000 production budget, and mentorship from industry leaders.
TRAVESTY by Sasha Velour to Make New England Tour Debut at The Adams Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 winner Sasha Velour will bring her new theater show TRAVESTY to Williamstown, MA, for its New England Tour debut, presented by The Adams Theater at Williams College's '62 Center for Theatre and Dance.
PRIDEFEST 2026 to Showcase New Queer Works at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
The Tank NYC announced the lineup for PRIDEFEST 2026, an annual festival of new performances by queer artists curated by Max Mooney, featuring theater, comedy, puppetry, storytelling, and music at The Tank in New York City.
Photos: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY At Wilbury Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
Wilbury Theatre Group is presenting the Rhode Island premiere of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY by Conor McPherson, featuring music and lyrics by Bob Dylan. See photos of the production.
Abigail Weinstock to Bring GIRAFFE To The Edinburgh Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Abigail Weinstock's semi-autobiographical comedy Giraffe, about masking and late autism diagnosis, will play the Edinburgh Fringe, directed by Fringe First winner Emma Jude Harris.
Theater Resources Unlimited to Host Zoom Panel on Licensing for Theater Professionals
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will host a Community Gathering via Zoom focused on licensing, featuring James Rocco and C. Michael Perry discussing legal rights, royalties, and how producers can navigate the licensing landscape.
MPAC Reveals Summer Lineup Featuring The Stray Cats, Derek Hough, and More
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
The Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown announced its summer concert lineup, featuring performers including The Stray Cats, Derek Hough, and Abbott Elementary's Janelle James, plus free outdoor events.
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center to Name 2027-2030 Bowers Program Artists
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center announced 12 individual artists and one ensemble selected for its competitive Bowers Program, a three-season residency chosen from 192 international candidates.
HADESTOWN to Open Starlight's 75th Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical HADESTOWN is set to kick off Starlight's 75th Broadway season as part of the AdventHealth Broadway Series in Kansas City.
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.
Lineup Set For 15th Annual TD JAMES MOODY JAZZ FESTIVAL at NJPAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
NJPAC revealed the lineup for the 15th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival in Newark, featuring an Ben Vereen 80th birthday celebration, and performances by Gregory Porter, Charles Lloyd, and Christian McBride.
STRICTLY Alumni Janette Manrara Will Join Karen Hauer and Nadiya Bychkova on Nikita Kuzmin SUPERNOVA Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Strictly alumni Janette Manrara announced as a guest star on Nikita Kuzmin's UK tour SUPERNOVA, joining Karen Hauer and Nadiya Bychkova for select dates at venues across England.
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.
MARIACHI HERENCIA DE MÉXICO to Honor Juan Gabriel at The Smith Center
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
The two-time Latin Grammy-nominated ensemble Mariachi Herencia de México will perform a tribute to Juan Gabriel at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas, with tickets starting at $45.
Hermitage Artist Retreat to Host Artful Lobster Benefit and Greenfield Prize Dinner
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced dates for two upcoming benefit events: the Artful Lobster on Manasota Key and the Greenfield Prize Dinner in Sarasota, honoring theater with a $35,000 national commission.
THE NATURE OF FORGETTING to Launch 10th Anniversary UK and International Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Theatre Re's award-winning production THE NATURE OF FORGETTING, a portrayal of dementia developed with neuroscientists and the Alzheimer's Society, will tour the UK, Korea, and the US to mark its 10th anniversary.
RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE WERQ THE WORLD TOUR to Come to Florida Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026
RuPaul's Drag Race 'Werq The World Tour 2027,' presented by Voss Events with World of Wonder and VH1, will bring Kameron Michaels, Rose, Vanessa Vanjie, Yvie Oddly, and more to the Florida Theatre in Jacksonville.
Arts Capacity and Wyoming Festival of New Music to Unite as One Organization
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Arts Capacity will absorb The Wyoming Festival—New Music in the Mountains as a core program, creating a pipeline between new music creation and national prison and community performances.
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.
The Farm Theater and Stage Partners to Launch Exclusive Publishing Partnership
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
The Farm Theater and Stage Partners announced an exclusive deal making College Collaboration Project plays available for productions worldwide, kicking off with works by Gina Femia and Lia Romeo.
WHAT A WORLD! WHAT A WORLD! to Make World Premiere at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
Eric Marlin's WHAT A WORLD! WHAT A WORLD!, directed by Ilana Khanin, will receive its world premiere at The Tank NYC, featuring Queen-Tiye Akamefula and Annie Hoeg in a two-hander centered on a 1943 melodrama.
World Music Institute to Present LEVANTINE RHAPSODY at Corpus Christi Church
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
World Music Institute and Music Before 1800 will present Turkish kanun virtuoso Didem Bașar in Levantine Rhapsody, blending Turkish maqams and Western classical music at Corpus Christi Church in Manhattan.
Taylor Mac's HOLIDAY SAUCE Will Come to the Soho Theatre Walthamstow
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Tony nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor Mac will perform HOLIDAY SAUCE live in the UK for the first time at Soho Theatre Walthamstow, blending music, film, burlesque and what Mac calls 'random acts of fabulousness.'
Jim Vines And Carl Mercurio Reveal BROADWAY MAGIC HOUR June 2026 Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Jim Vines and Carl Mercurio have revealed weekend performances of Broadway Magic Hour at Broadway Comedy Club in NYC. Performances will take place over four dates in June.
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.
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