Speight Jenkins, Former Seattle Opera General Director, Dies at 89
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Speight Jenkins, who led Seattle Opera for 31 years and transformed it into one of the most respected opera companies in the US, has died at 89, the company announced.
Voices of Ascension to Launch 2026-2027 Season 'The Radiant Depths'
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Voices of Ascension announced its 37th season, The Radiant Depths, featuring programs spanning Renaissance masterworks to newly commissioned works, including a Nico Muhly commission written for organist James McVinnie.
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.
BUTCH BALLET to Have World Premiere at Outside In Theatre in Los Angeles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2026
Butch Ballet, a movement theatre work by gina young, will have its world premiere at Outside In Theatre in Los Angeles, centering butch lesbians, trans men, and nonbinary mascs in a series of vignettes exploring tenderness and queer joy.
Tickets On Sale For The 2026 Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 17, 2026
The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival will present eleven live performances across five Cape Cod venues, featuring the Danish String Quartet, GRAMMY-winning Imani Winds, Harlem Quartet, and world premieres of Festival commissions.
15th Annual PLAYERS THEATRE NYC SHORT PLAY FESTIVAL to Feature 15 Original Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Be Bold! Productions will present 15 original short plays at the Players Theatre in Manhattan's West Village, with audience votes determining a 'Best of the Week' winner each week.
VOICES INTERNATIONAL THEATRE AND ARTS FESTIVAL Returns to Jersey City in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Jersey City Theater Center will present the VOICES INTERNATIONAL THEATRE AND ARTS FESTIVAL across multiple Jersey City venues, featuring international artists, multidisciplinary performances, and a Professional Conference at White Eagle Hall.
GIFT HORSE: Celia Pacquola Adds Perth & Sydney Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
Celia Pacquola, winner of Most Outstanding Show at the 2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, has added Perth and Sydney dates to her GIFT HORSE national tour, along with extra Melbourne performances.
George Lopez Will Bring Stand-Up Comedy Tour to Paramount Theatre in Denver
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
George Lopez, star of NBC's Lopez vs Lopez and the Warner Bros. film Blue Beetle, will perform live at Paramount Theatre in Denver as part of his ongoing national comedy tour.
Soprano Erin Morley and Tenor Lawrence Brownlee Will Perform in GOLDEN AGE at 92NY
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Soprano Erin Morley and tenor Lawrence Brownlee join pianist Malcolm Martineau at 92NY's Kaufmann Concert Hall for GOLDEN AGE, a bel canto recital tied to their new duo album.
Beth Morrison and Moses Pendleton to Receive Honorary Doctorates at Boston Conservatory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
Grammy-nominated opera producer Beth Morrison and choreographer Moses Pendleton will receive honorary doctorates from Boston Conservatory at Berklee, recognized for their decades of artistic innovation in opera and dance.
ED YOUNG’S BRIGHT WORLDS: GESTURE AND FEELING IN 60 YEARS OF PICTURE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN To Open At MOCA
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
MOCA will present Ed Young's Bright Worlds, the first U.S. retrospective of the Caldecott Medal-winning children's book illustrator, featuring original artwork from 15 projects, running May 14 through September 13, 2026.
THE SUGAR WIFE Playwright Elizabeth Kuti Will Conduct Post-Show Q&A at Theater Wit
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
Elizabeth Kuti, whose play THE SUGAR WIFE is receiving its US Premiere in a production by The Artistic Home at Theater Wit, will attend the Friday, April 3 performance and stay for a post-show question and answer session.
Harris Theater Reveals 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
The Joan W. and Irving B. Harris Theater for Music and Dance has announced the 20th anniversary of its Harris Theater Presents (HTP) season, in a unique celebration of “Artistic Alchemy.” Learn more about the season lineup here!
Latitude Festival Reveals First Wave Of 2026 Literary And Poetry Programme
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2026
LATITUDE FESTIVAL will present its 20th anniversary literary programme from 23-26 July 2026 at Henham Park, Suffolk, featuring poets including INUA ELLAMS, DR JOHN COOPER CLARKE, and COURTTIA NEWLAND.
HOUSE OF WAFFLE Will Be Featured at the New York City Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Brooklyn Action Theater will present HOUSE OF WAFFLE, written by Rhett duPont Vecchio and J. Robert Coppola, directed by Kat duPont Vecchio, at the New York City Fringe Festival.
North Coast Repertory Theatre to Host 44th Spotlight Gala Featuring Rita Rudner
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre announced its 44th Spotlight Gala, 'An Evening of Laughter with Rita Rudner', set to entertain attendees with a night of comedy.
Lineup Set For 54th Annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026
The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.
Latitude Reveals 2026 Family Line-up Including Theatre, Comedy And More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Latitude Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with a robust family program, featuring theatre, comedy, and more at Henham Park this July.
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Unveils Lineup for 100th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre will present a special centennial season featuring a lineup of classic and contemporary shows, marking a century of theatrical excellence.
Sue Perkins, Sara Pascoe, and More Headline Latitude Comedy Bill
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
The Latitude Festival has announced Sara Pascoe, Sue Perkins and Sing-Along with The Section as the latest additions to its landmark 20th anniversary edition. Learn more here!
Vermont Mandolin Trio Comes to the Town Hall Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
The Vermont Mandolin Trio, comprised of Grammy-nominated Matt Flinner, Jamie Masefield, and Will Patton, will join Town Hall Theater's Wintertide Music Series on Friday, March 27, with a sound that will be entirely new to most listeners.
Theaterlab to Showcase New Solo Works by August Honey, Jeremy Rafal, and Katie Zaffrann in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Theaterlab has announced its selection of three New York City artists for THE GALLERY SERIES, as part of Theaterlab's 20th Anniversary season of programming.
M+ to Showcase Ryuichi Sakamoto's SEEING SOUND, HEARING TIME Exhibition
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
M+ will present an exhibition titled SEEING SOUND, HEARING TIME, featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto's installation music, exploring the intersection of sound and visual art.
PSU Theater Arts to Stage SPRING AWAKENING This February
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Portland State University's Theater Arts program will present the electrifying Tony Award-winning rock musical Spring Awakening, with book and lyrics by Steven Sater and an explosive score by Duncan Sheik.
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