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Triple Fringe First Award winners Xhloe and Natasha will premiere their new absurdist two-hander at Summerhall Arts as part of Soho Theatre's Edinburgh Fringe season, featuring a nine-foot puppet and a story set in a flood-ravaged 1990s Appalachian town.

Jesus Christ Superstar began as a concept album in 1970 before making its stage debut in 1971. The original 1970 concept album was the brainchild of composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Tim Rice.

The 92nd Street Y will present the Curtis Chamber Orchestra alongside violinist Erin Keefe and violist Roberto Díaz at Kaufmann Concert Hall, featuring works by Barber, Mozart, and Beethoven.

Every discipline within the performing arts has a moment when a practitioner stops inheriting tradition and starts building something new. For Xin Dong, a principal aerial trapeze performer and coach with over two decades of professional experience, that moment came not on a stage but in a training room, where he began dismantling the assumptions that had long governed how high-speed aerial rotation was taught.

Astounding triple-threat talent is on display in big production numbers with attention-grabbing scenic elements by brilliant designers add to the artistic wonder of the entire production helmed by EWP Artistic Director Lily Tung Crystal, choreographed by Janelle Dote Portman, with music direction by Marc Macalintal.

Dissecting how local paranoia is manufactured and the intoxicating pull of conspiracy culture, triple Fringe First Award winners Xhloe and Natasha's new show delves into the dark side of American mythos and the theatre of mass distraction.

The new Broadway season is in full swing, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 12 have related films or series that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2026, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!

The Theater Center will host the New York premiere of Remus Entertainment’s We Three Kings: The Story Behind The Story: an unforgettable experience that brings history, mystery, and wonder to life on stage, performed for one night only.

Salvator Mundi!, The Musical - now carrying the working title Salvator Mundi - The Greatest Story Ever Sold - has added Anita Waxman, principal of Alexis Productions and a Tony-winning Broadway producer.

In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary dance, few artists embody versatility, dedication, and cultural depth as profoundly as Deniz Erkan Sancak. With a string of standout performances at some of the most important stages in the United States, he has quickly made a name for himself as a central presence in both contemporary and ballet circles.

The Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture will present ALBITA: 100 Years of Son Cubano, a concert honoring the iconic Cuban rhythm that laid the foundation for salsa and forever transformed Latin music.

Bangarra Dance Theatre proudly takes a bold step forward, performing at the prestigious Dame Joan Sutherland Theatre, a venue celebrated for its world-class opera and ballet. After two decades at the Drama Theatre, and in their 36th year, Bangarra presents ILLUME, a groundbreaking production and their first collaboration with First Nations visual artist Darrell Sibosado. Paired with Brendon Boney’s stunning music and soundscape, and enriched by powerful narratives, this work is a visual feast.

Few honors in entertainment are as coveted—or as rare—as achieving EGOT status. This elite distinction marks a career filled with versatility, longevity, and extraordinary talent across multiple mediums. What does it all mean? We're taking a closer look at the artists who have managed to join one of the industry’s most exclusive clubs.

The Trust for Governors Island has unveiled its summer season calendar with a host of events and experiences in honor of the Island's 20th year open to the public.

Brave New World Repertory Theatre is presenting Eugene O'Neill's A Moon for the Misbegotten for eight immersive outdoor performances using the exteriors of two historic Brooklyn houses as backdrop.

The 2025/26 Broadway at the Marcus Center season has been announced, along with the new MPAC Presents Jazz and Dance series for 2025/26. Learn more about the season here!

Good Night, and Good Luck is now in previews on Broadway,  The new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, stars Clooney in his Broadway debut. Meet the cast here!

Discover the vibrant cast of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB as they bring Cuba's golden age to Broadway. Performances start tonight at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Learn more!

Elizabeth Debicki, Kate Fleetwood, David Ajala, and Mirren Mack join Ewan McGregor to complete the cast of My Master Builder - a new play by American playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek.

From fresh Broadway musicals and legendary headliners to insightful speakers and jazz masters, The Smith Center's 2025 calendar offers diverse options for everyone. Get full details for the season below!

Ford's Theatre will present The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look, designed to serve as an artistic incubator for stories about unsung heroes responsible for changing the course of civil rights and equality in American life. Learn more!

South Coast Repertory will share with Orange County audiences the 44th production of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, adapted by Jerry Patch, and directed by Hisa Takakuwa.

Scientists at Houston University discovered that Butoh dance, performed by Vangeline Theater, induces the slowest brain wave activity, marking a significant breakthrough in neuroscience and performance art.

Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, has announced that California-based playwright Naomi Iizuka has been selected as the fifth recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).

St. Ann’s Warehouse has revealed programming for its 2024-25 season, a robust lineup of five new shows that mirror its vital presence in the international performing arts firmament. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.