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Speight Jenkins, who led Seattle Opera for 31 years and transformed it into one of the most respected opera companies in the US, has died at 89, the company announced.

The McCallum Theatre and Musical Theatre University hosted the Lucie Arnaz Awards, honoring high school musical theatre excellence across California's Inland Empire. Two winners will advance to the Jimmy Awards at the Minskoff Theatre in New York City.

Two Collierville High School students won Lead Actor and Lead Actress honors at the 17th annual Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards and will compete at the Jimmy Awards at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway.

Broadway San Jose and Children's Musical Theater San Jose announced the 2026 Rita Moreno Awards winners, recognizing high school musical theatre achievement from San Mateo to Kern County. Lead Actor and Actress winners will compete at the Jimmy Awards at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre.

Acclaimed new country musical Under the Mersey Moon is set to make its Liverpool debut when it comes to the Epstein Theatre this autumn. The inspiring and heartwarming show will be staged at the historic Hanover Street.

Broadway In Chicago announced nominees for the 15th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards, with 24 student finalists selected from a record 348 applicants across 95 schools statewide. Nominees will perform a number from LES MISÉRABLES.

Marcos Morau and the Ballet Nacional de España bring Afanador to Paris — a hypnotic fusion of flamenco, contemporary dance, photography, and queer aesthetics. A work of ravishing strangeness, formal brilliance, and emotional generosity

The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.

The Head and The Heart will release a deluxe, remastered version of their RIAA Certified Platinum self-titled debut album on May 1 to celebrate its 15th anniversary, featuring seven unreleased demos and other versions of hit songs. Listen to a newly released demo now.

Cellist Alisa Weilerstein will join Palm Beach Symphony for the Masterworks Series Concert at Dreyfoos Hall at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach.

January will ring in a new year programming to SFJAZZ, featuring an ambitious slate of concerts that celebrate the full spectrum of jazz and its global influence. The lineup features Chris Botti and more.

 Look At Me Now features a vibrant mix of pop and Broadway hits, backed by a three piece band led by Ike Reeves on piano, with Sean Conly on bass and Ray Marchica on drums. Directed by Geoff Stoner.

Jacob's Pillow will present Dance Your Purpose, its first-ever winter dance intensive, as the organization expands its year-round dance initiatives. Learn more here!

New country musical Under the Mersey Moon will return to the Floral Pavilion in the New Year – and producers have announced the talented cast of actors and musicians who will entertain audiences.

AMT Theater will open the new Al Tapper musical 'The Paparazzi' in March, running for six weeks. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Einer der größten und bekanntesten Klassikstars unserer Zeit kehrt im Winter 2025 nach Deutschland zurück. Paul Potts serviert dem Publikum ganz besondere Highlights auf internationalem Niveau.

BroadwayWorld has just learned that the 17th annual Jimmy Awards will take place on Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:30pm at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre, 200 West 45th Street in Manhattan.

Annie Baker’s (Playwright) 2009 Obie Award winning Off-Broadway play, CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION is presented with humour and heart by director Dean Bryant. 

In September, SFJAZZ will kick off its 2025/26 season with a mix of talent, setting the tone for a month of performances across its venues. Learn more about the September lineup and see how to purchase tickets.

Charlie Sheen will share his story, his way at New Jersey Performing Arts Center this September. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets here!

Elena Ferrante-Martin, Bishop Gorman High School (Las Vegas, NV) and KoKo M. Thornton, Enloe High School (Durham, NC) will be bestowed with the Inspiring Teacher Award, at the 2025 Jimmy Awards.

The GroovaLottos hit the Union Street Stage as part of the city's Summer Sound Series, bringing their signature blend of deep soul, gritty funk, and improvisational heat to the heart of downtown. Learn more!

Palm Beach Symphony has revealed the 2025-2026 Masterworks Concert Series led by Music Director Gerard Schwarz. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Second Stage Theatre’s 43rd Street off-Broadway house, right near 8th Avenue, recently changed hands and is now the home of Studio Seaview . Seaview’s first production in the space is Angry Alan, starring John Krasinski. They have renovated and updated the space since Second Stage switched off-Broadway locations to now present shows at the Signature.

Broadway San Jose, a Nederlander Presentation, and Children's Musical Theater San Jose, announced the 2025 winners of The Rita Moreno Awards held in-person at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts on Monday, May 12.