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The celebrated, mind-spinning indie-rock/folk songwriter and comic book artist Jeffrey Lewis has shared “Just Fun,” the newest single from his upcoming album. Watch the video here!

Celebrate a century of innovation at Goodman Theatre with six world premieres, including two musicals, a major cultural attraction, and beloved annual productions. Join us for a year-long citywide event and a festival of new plays from September 2025 to August 2026.

Los Angeles alt-pop artist Lostboycrow has shared his new single, “Leslie Claret.” The track is named after Kurtwood Smith’s character in the Amazon TV series Patriot. Listen to it now!

Breakout Cleveland hip hop star Doe Boy has released his latest single, the vulnerable and heavily melodic “Hypocrite.” On the track, Doe Boy leans into his R&B side while reflecting on complexities of a relationship. Check it out here!

What did our critic think of & JULIET AND WEST SIDE STORY at At The Ohio Theatre?

Despite having not touring Perth since 2013, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is still familiar to many, with many versions since its original release. Indeed, the stunning soundtrack precedes the musical, showing how it can stand alone and indeed gives many a fair idea of the musical without having to step foot in a theatre. What was originally conceived as a rock opera enjoys an updated vision that more suits the modern audience, with a stunning show that leans more into performance and rock music.

The Discovery Orchestra (TDO), the Emmy Award-nominated and Telly Award-winning orchestra, which has introduced millions around the world to the rewards of classical music listening through its Discovery Concerts, has joined forces with the Manhattan Opera Repertory Ensemble (MORE Opera) to present a special Black History Month performance this month.

Another Melissa Errico triumph fills Birdland Theater with love.

Sturgill Simpson, also known as “Johnny Blue Skies,” has announced a one-night-only performance at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

Round House Theatre's Teen Takeover Weekend will return from February 28 to March 2, 2025, showcasing performances by students participating in Round House's teen performance ensembles.

As BroadwayWorld reported last week, after dismissing multiple members of the Kennedy Center board. The move became official this afternoon as the names of 18 board members and the board chairman have been removed from the center’s official website.  

After dismissing multiple members of the Kennedy Center board, Trump announced that he would name himself the new chairman of the board. Since then, he discussed the matter at a press conference on Air Force One on Sunday.  

SYML has announced he will play a special benefit show in Los Angeles at No Vacancy on February 19th. SYML has also shared another song off the forthcoming album, the wistful new single, “Heartbreakdown.” Listen to it now.

Warner Records and affiliated labels have announced exclusive vinyl releases for Record Store Day, set for April 12. Warner Records has been a proud official sponsor of Record Store Day since its inception. 

RenGyoSoh, New York City's premier Butoh theatre group, will present its farewell NYC run of its multiple award-winning solo performance work BUTOH MEDEA at TFTNC. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust has revealed the names of the two outstanding early-to-mid-career playwrights who will be celebrated with 2024 Steinberg Playwright Awards in the amount of $100,000 each. Learn more!

LA Art Show, LA's longest-running art fair, will return to the Los Angeles Convention Center in celebration of its 30tth anniversary. See the lineup and learn how to attend.

State Theatre New Jersey and The Stress Factory Comedy Club will present Tracy Morgan in February. Learn more about Morgan and find out how to see him here!

Some things are worth waiting for. Cabaret artist Patty Lohr is one of those things.

54 BELOW will celebrate the Valentine’s Day with a line up of shows including Debbie Gibson: Love Songs, The Love Express: A Journey For The Heart, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

 Leonix Movement Theatre in association with Immersive Art Collective will present the West Coast premiere of FEAST., a vivid reimagining of the epic poem Beowulf.

Dance music powerhouses Steve Aoki and David Guetta reunite to deliver a new anthem, “My Life,” featuring Swae Lee and the late PnB Rock. Listen to the single here!

It's a rare sight to see a giant inflatable ear of corn in the lobby of Des Moines Performing Arts, or to be offered a show-themed drink. But when a musical about corn comes to Iowa, it's time to pull out all the stops. This is exactly what they've done for 'Shucked,' which premiered Tuesday night at the Civic Center. I went in expecting a hilarious show about corn, and I got that. But I also left with a heartwarming story about community and family, a unique blend that's not to be missed.

Nattie Trogdon + Hollis Bartlett are partners in both life and their creative endeavors. Based in Brooklyn, NY - they construct dance works, films and research-based practices aimed to disrupt assumptions of performance and personhood.

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.