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The Muny announced the full cast for AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, making its premiere on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park, led by director Marcia Milgrom Dodge.

Lowry will present a curated programme of theatre, dance, comedy and circus by England-based artists at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, with the British Council sharing the lineup with international performing arts delegates.

Looking to escape from the hot sun? Why not check out one of the many intriguing offerings at greater Boston venues where this summer’s vibrant theater scene boasts pre-Broadway productions, national tours, and summer-stock productions of everything from Shakespeare to classic and contemporary plays, musicals, and concerts. Bay State audiences have much to look forward to, including:

BWW Scotland editor Natalie O'Donoghue selects her top picks of comedians making their Edfringe comedy debuts.

Broadway in Toledo will bring the national tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical to the Stranahan Theater June 16–21. Filled with hit songs and heartfelt storytelling, A Beautiful Noise is an energetic and inspiring theatrical memoir.

For the Staatsoperette Dresden, the German-language premiere of Stephen Schwartz’s classic “Pippin – Die Kunst des Lebens” is a triumph on every level. Visual opulence, sharply played tragicomedy, a thunderously powerful orchestra, choreography overflowing with highlights, and a vocally formidable cast come together here in perfect symbiosis.

The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T. Lane, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, and Daniel Yearwood.

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present An Evening with Adrienne Warren, a one-night-only event featuring songs from her Tony Award-winning performance as Tina Turner, musical theater favorites, pop covers and storytelling.

I have always been tantalized by the triple threat talent of Vanessa Williams. Ever since I sat with my family and saw her on television singing “Happy Days are Here Again” to become the first Miss America of color, she has become an artistic and cultural presence in my life. At pivotal moments of life experience, her recordings, television appearances, stage appearances, and concerts have become an integral part of my artistic consciousness. As a gay person, I instinctively sensed that she would understand me if she ever met me. Little did I know that she would meet me after a concert and pose for a great picture or that I would be writing this feature story on her well-deserved Signature Theatre Sondheim Award at the Sondheim Award Gala in Washington, DC. (held at The Anthem venue on March 16, 2026).

Are you currently pursuing your BFA or looking into a BFA program? This is the confessional, honest, interview-style article for you.

Four-time GRAMMY Award-nominated global superstar RAYE has revealed that she will release her highly anticipated sophomore album, This Music May Contain Hope, on March 27th.

Continuing our Arkansas Families in the Arts series, we were thrilled to reconnect with Corbin and Grace Pitts. We first had the opportunity to get to know them just before the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the world in 2020, making this long-awaited revisit especially meaningful.  

Chamber Music Northwest will present the West Coast Premiere of the newly-created Trio Afiori that consists of clarinetist Anthony McGill, Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Fleur Barron, and CMNW Artistic Director pianist Gloria Chien.

T/T/Partners (TTP) has announced new leadership appointments, including the promotion of Brittany Weber to General Manager, with Jessie Douglas, Garrett Holtz, and Marty McGuire stepping into senior management roles.

Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

For its 2025/26 Year-Round Season, Chamber Music Northwest will present six decidedly different concerts, plus their 10th music and dance collaboration with BodyVox.

As host of Bobby’s Triple Threat, Bobby Flay has handpicked a trio of newly announced chefs to represent him in the new season, arriving this September.

James T. Lane will discuss his life and artistic journey during “An Evening with James T. Lane.” The intimate evening will take place this month in The Donelly Theatre of WBTT.

Multi-Platinum recording artist Dylan Scott has unveiled his fall headlining Easy Does It Tour, set to hit 15 cities throughout September and October.

Tony Award winner Donna McKechnie (A Chorus Line) will perform her one-woman show, “Take Me to the World: The Songs of Stephen Sondheim” at Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ. Learn more!

Carnegie Hall has revealed the summer schedule for Carnegie Hall Citywide, a free concert series that brings a mix of live performances to venues throughout New York City.  Learn more!

Seven Dials Playhouse is launching its inaugural Pride Season which will open this June; a programme of new work and returning hits, led by LGBTQIA+ artists. See full programming and learn more!

Broadway’s grosses in March were a story of two halves. The first week of the month was the lowest grossing week of the year so far. Last week (ending March 23) was the second highest of the year. Total gross was up to $134 million from $119 in February, and attendance was up to over 1 million. 

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!

Dylan Scott is giving his own town a treat with the announcement of his headlining show at Nashville's new venue The Pinnacle on September 26. Scott will be joined by special guests George Birge and Mackenzie Carpenter for the evening.