Midge Lema to Premiere BEAN VS. THE ROBOTS: A SOLO SHOW MUSICAL at Hollywood Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Midge Lema's solo musical BEAN VS. THE ROBOTS will run at Hudson Backstage Theater as part of Hollywood Fringe, ahead of a full month at Edinburgh Fringe. The show explores grief and memory through original songs.
MAMMA MIA! IN CONCERT to Be Presented by West Bay Community Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
West Bay Community Theater will present MAMMA MIA! IN CONCERT at the North Kingstown Town Beach Bandshell, featuring an 'In Concert'-style hybrid format with live video screens and ABBA music.
Starlight to Mark 75 Years of Broadway at Kansas City Public Library Missouri Valley Sundays
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Starlight President and C.E.O. Lindsey Rood-Clifford will speak at the Kansas City Public Library's Missouri Valley Sundays series, marking 75 years of Broadway at Starlight in Kansas City.
THE TABLE by Pink Fang Now Playing at Judson Memorial Church
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Pink Fang's THE TABLE, co-created by Mei Ann Teo and Erika Chong Shuch, is running at The Gym at Judson Memorial Church for ten performances only.
JESUS LIVE! to Make Hollywood Fringe Festival Debut at Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
JESUS LIVE!, a new musical blending music, storytelling and social commentary, will perform at the Hollywood Fringe Festival at Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre in Los Angeles. The production reimagines biblical figures to examine the origins of organized religion.
SNAZZY to Make New York Debut at LATEA Theater with RiffRaff NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
RiffRaff NYC will present SNAZZY, a new play by Joe Staton based on his mother's memoir about founding face-paint brand Snazaroo, at LATEA Theater in Manhattan as part of the New York Theatre Festival.
OEDIPUS! A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY to Return to 54 Below with Janine LaManna
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Janine LaManna leads the cast of OEDIPUS! A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY at 54 Below, the award-winning musical adaptation that reimagines the Greek tragedy as a rom-com set in Appalachian coal country.
THE WOMEN IN THEATRE PROJECT to Play Spotlight New Works Festival at The Chain Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
THE WOMEN IN THEATRE PROJECT, a musical inspired by interviews with notable women in theatre including Daryl Roth and Lauren Gunderson, will present two performances at The Chain Theater as part of the Spotlight New Works Festival.
Jeff Awards to Honor Chicago Equity Stage Managers at September Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
The Jeff Awards announced a call for nominations for the Jeff Impresario Award, recognizing outstanding Chicago Equity theater stage managers. Nominations are accepted from theater companies only, with the award to be presented at the annual ceremony.
OTHELLO Cast Set for Classical Theatre of Harlem's Uptown Shakespeare in the Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
The Classical Theatre of Harlem announced the cast for its free outdoor production of OTHELLO, directed by Carl Cofield, with James Udom in the title role and Nick Westrate as Iago at Marcus Garvey Park.
Philadelphia Orchestra Presents 2026 C. Hartman Kuhn Award to Bassist Nathaniel West
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
The Philadelphia Orchestra honored bassist Nathaniel West with the 2026 C. Hartman Kuhn Award, while three retiring musicians with 115 combined years of service and two 50-year veterans were also recognized.
Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum to Present Pride Week, TALES OF AN URBAN INDIAN, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
The Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will present a season of performances and conversations, including Pride Week hosted by Gavin Crawford, TALES OF AN URBAN INDIAN performed on a moving city bus, and a talk with former Governor General Adrienne Clarkson.
Sutton Foster, David Benoit & More Set for Pacific Jazz Orchestra 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Pacific Jazz Orchestra announced its 2026-27 season, 'Four & More,' featuring five programs with Sutton Foster, David Benoit, Kandace Springs, and others across six Southern California venues.
PAISLEY'S LAST QUILL to Receive Staged Reading at Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
The Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts will present a staged reading of PAISLEY'S LAST QUILL, a Broadway-bound play by Deborah Weed about a porcupine pursuing her dreams as a fashion designer, at its 40-seat North Palm Beach venue.
PORTRAYALS OF HUMANITY: Buglisi Dance Theatre to Perform at Ailey Citigroup Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Buglisi Dance Theatre will present 'Portrayals of Humanity' at the Joan Weill Center for Dance, featuring new works by guest choreographers Lorenzo Pagano and Ron De Jesús alongside iconic BDT repertory.
Video: ANGRY, RAUCOUS, AND SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS In Rehearsal at Geffen Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Geffen Playhouse has released a new rehearsal video for Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous, the new comedy by acclaimed playwright Pearl Cleage. Directed by Tony Award nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson.
Photos: ALADDIN Unveils Giant Magic Lamp Installation in Times Square
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Disney's Aladdin on Broadway is bringing a little magic to Times Square with the unveiling of a giant version of the musical's signature magic lamp in Duffy Square. Check out photos from the event below.
Photos: ARBUS & WEST Opens at Triangle Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Triangle Productions is now presenting Arbus & West, running through June 20. The production stars Tasha Danner as famed photographer Diane Arbus and Emily Sahler as screen and stage icon Mae West, alongside Carolina Selva as Ruby. Check out photos from the production below.
Photos: Andrew Lloyd Webber and CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Celebrated at PAC NYC Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
On June 3, the Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) hosted a special benefit celebration honoring Andrew Lloyd Webber and the acclaimed production of Cats: The Jellicle Ball. Check out photos from the event.
Photos: Inside BLACK SWAN World Premiere Celebrates Opening Night at American Repertory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Gatsby at A.R.T.) returns to the American Repertory Theater to direct and choreograph Black Swan, a new stage adaptation of the Oscar-nominated psychological thriller. Check out photos from opening night.
New Jersey Symphony Unveils Summer 2026 Concerts, Composition Institute, and Inaugural Jersey City Music & Arts Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
New Jersey Symphony announced summer programming spanning Florham Park, Jersey City, Newark, and Princeton, including outdoor orchestral performances, free chamber music, the Edward T. Cone Composition Institute concert, and the inaugural Jersey City Music & Arts Festival.
SHELTERS IN THE DESERT to Feature World Premiere at Chelsea Music Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Chelsea Music Festival's Festival Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Ken-David Masur, will present SHELTERS IN THE DESERT at St. Paul's German Lutheran Church in NYC, featuring works by five living composers.
Trinity Rep's NEXT TO NORMAL
by Caitlin Howle - Jun 5, 2026
What did our critic think of TRINITY REP'S NEXT TO NORMAL at Trinity Rep?
BRAINIAC LIVE! to Come to Belgrade Theatre Coventry With Science Experiments and Family Fun
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Following its 2025 Olivier Award win for Best Family Show, Brainiac Live will come to the Belgrade Theatre on June 20. Based on the popular television series, the interactive science show combines live experiments, demonstrations, and audience participation.
THE STUDENT BODY to Play NYC Spotlight New Works Festival for Free
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Aaron Levy's THE STUDENT BODY, a play addressing body image and identity for teens, will be performed at The Chain Theatre in New York City as part of the Spotlight New Works Festival, with free tickets available.
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