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.
Summerhall Arts Reveals Final 30 Shows Of 2026 Festival Programme
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Summerhall Arts announced its final 30 shows for its 2026 festival, including an 80-seat Sauna Theatre, Shaparak Khorsandi's debut play KISMET, Hannah Maxwell's new show, and productions from Francesca Moody Productions and theatregoose.
Avalon Reveals Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Theatre Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Avalon announced its Edinburgh Festival Fringe theatre programme, featuring Bryony Kimmings' BOG WITCH, Flo & Joan's ONE MAN MUSICAL, and the UK debut of new musical THE REAL KYLE McCARREN.
Penny Fuller Will Bring A LIFE IN THE THEATER to Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Emmy Award-winning actress Penny Fuller will appear at Bucks County Playhouse for a one-night-only event featuring personal stories and songs from her six-decade career alongside music director Bruce Barnes.
Kingdom Theatre Will Present Annual All Purple Awards and Brunch in Harlem
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
Kingdom Theatre and Anointed Unisex Fragrance will present their Annual All Purple Awards and Brunch at the Wadleigh School of the Arts in Harlem, featuring award honorees, live entertainment, and a revival of the drama 'Choices Before Us.'
Kids 'N Comedy to Mark 30 Years With Anniversary Showcase at Gotham Comedy Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
Kids 'N Comedy will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a showcase at Gotham Comedy Club, featuring current students and alumni including an Emmy-nominated SNL writer and cast members from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
Leslie Odom Jr. and Denée Benton Will Present at Harlem School of the Arts Curtains Up Gala
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
The Harlem School of the Arts will host its annual Curtains Up Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Jeffrey Seller, Vanessa Bell Calloway, and others, with presenters including Leslie Odom Jr. and Denée Benton.
SUFFS North American Tour Recoups Investment
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
The North American Tour of SUFFS announced recoupment after just 28 playing weeks, having reached more than 375,000 patrons. The Tony Award-winning musical continues touring with upcoming engagements in Washington, D.C., Chicago, Memphis, and Fort Worth.
THE LOVED ONES to Have NYC Premiere At Irish Rep With Maryann Plunkett, Donna Lynne Champlin and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Irish Repertory Theatre announced casting for the NYC premiere of THE LOVED ONES by Erica Murray, starring Donna Lynne Champlin and Tony Award winner Maryann Plunkett, directed by Nicola Murphy Dubey.
Eleanna Fin Featured in Episode of ABC Docuseries BETRAYAL: SECRETS & LIES
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2026
Actress Eleanna Finokalioti was featured in ABC's primetime hit docuseries Betrayal: Secrets & Lies. The performer appeared in Episode 5 of the series as Libby, the central figure of the story.
Registration Now Open For 2026 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
NJPAC announced registration is open for the 15th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, with finalists set to perform on the NJPAC stage in Newark before a panel of judges including José James and Gretchen Parlato.
Segal Center's WORLD VOICES Festival Will Host Free Readings of International Plays
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center at CUNY will present WORLD VOICES, a four-day festival featuring staged readings of new plays in translation by playwrights from Tuscarora/Canada, Austria, France, Senegal, and Germany.
Photos: Darren Criss, Anaïs Mitchell, and More at the Atlantic Theater Company's 40th Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Stars of stage and screen lit up The Plaza to help the historic Atlantic Theater Company celebrate 40 years of empowering new voices in the industry and championing diverse and bold pieces of theater. Check out photos from the event here!
Joan Almedilla, Michael Canu, Bobby Conte, and More Join SOUTH PACIFIC at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
The Muny announced the lead cast for its upcoming production of SOUTH PACIFIC, starring Paulo Szot and Taylor Louderman alongside ten additional performers at the outdoor theatre in Forest Park.
THE NAME by Jon Fosse Will Make UK Stage Premiere in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Hornsey–Pennell Productions will present the UK premiere of THE NAME by Nobel Prize-winning playwright Jon Fosse at the White Bear Theatre in London, directed by Simon Usher.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for English National Opera's ANGEL’S BONE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026
English National Opera (ENO) will present Du Yun’s Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel’s Bone at the London Coliseum in October, following its UK premiere in Greater Manchester in May. See rehearsal photos here!
Laura Benanti, Jason Alexander and More Set for George Street Playhouse 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
George Street Playhouse has announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring productions led by Kathryn Grody, Julie White, and Jason Alexander, alongside new and returning works from Theresa Rebeck and Scooter Pietsch.
Nik Walker, Kara Lindsay, and More Will Lead SHREK THE MUSICAL at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
The Muny announced the lead cast for its upcoming production of SHREK THE MUSICAL, with Nik Walker, Kara Lindsay, and Marcus M. Martin heading the company at Forest Park in St. Louis.
World Premiere of PRECARIOUS Will Come to Mosaic Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Mosaic Theater Company will present the world premiere of PRECARIOUS, a new comedy by Steinberg Award-winner Steph Del Rosso, directed by Jaki Bradley, at the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington, DC.
Katy Geraghty, John Bolton, and More Join HAIRSPRAY at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for HAIRSPRAY, opening its 108th season at Forest Park. Katy Geraghty and Richard Kind lead the production, which marks the show's return to the St. Louis stage for the first time since 2015.
Frank Skinner, Katherine Ryan, Joe Lycett, and More Set for Roundhouse Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Roundhouse Comedy Festival returns to Camden with a lineup including Frank Skinner, Katherine Ryan, Joe Lycett, Sam Campbell, Judi Love, and Kristen Schaal across stand-up, live podcasts, and theatrical comedy shows.
17th Annual Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards Reveals Nominees
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Orpheum Theatre Group announced nominees for the 17th annual ORPHEUM HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE AWARDS, with students from 58 Mid-South schools across four states set to compete at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis.
In Scena! Italian Theater Festival Awards Marco Di Stefano With 2026 In Scena! Playwright Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
Marco Di Stefano's Via Crucis, a solo verse play inspired by young Italians who died in police custody, has been named the winner of the 2026 In Scena! Playwright Award by the Italian Theater Festival NY.
Photos: CHESS Star Lea Michele Receives Portrait at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 17, 2026
Actress and singer Lea Michele, who is currently starring in Chess on Broadway, recently received her iconic caricature at Sardi’s. Check out photos from the portrait unveiling below!
SAINT VEGAS, a New Play by Enid Graham Will Come to the Chance Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Chance Theater will present a staged reading of SAINT VEGAS, a memory play by 2026 Resident Playwright Enid Graham, directed by Jennifer Chang, at the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
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