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Shaggy Joins Sting in THE LAST SHIP at QPAC This Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026


Queensland Performing Arts Centre has announced that Shaggy – international reggae icon, longtime friend and frequent Sting collaborator – will join the cast of The Last Ship.

Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Centre Culturel Jean Vilar
by Patrick Honoré - Feb 23, 2026


Feathers, farce and a touch of poignancy. The International Players’ The Drowsy Chaperone at Marly-le-Roi delivered both sparkling parody and genuine heart—proving once again why this long-running English-language troupe remains such a local treasure.

Interview: JANE YEH Talks Mad Unicorn, Love Design, and Her Evolving Acting Career
by Alyson Eng - Feb 22, 2026


Methika Jiranorraphat, more widely known as Jane Yeh, has spent the past decade expanding the scope of what she can do on screen. The actress and singer began her career in 2015 and quickly moved from supporting roles to leading performances across both television and film.

THREE60 To Tour WORLD’S EVOLUTION Across Scotland This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026


Scottish street dance collective THREE60 will tour its production WORLD’S EVOLUTION across Scotland this spring, opening at Cumbernauld Theatre on February 28, 2026, and continuing through April 23.

TRU to Present Live Town Hall: Being Nonbinary In A Predominantly Binary Business
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026


Theater Resources Unlimited will present a live Town Hall titled 'Being Nonbinary in a Predominantly Binary Business' at Polaris North Studio, exploring the unique challenges faced by nonbinary individuals in theater.

Allison Bailey, GOLDEN BOY IN CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026


Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Allison Bailey, Jordan Tyson and more. 

Exclusive: Kristin Chenoweth Uncovers Enterprising Ancestor in FINDING YOUR ROOTS
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 23, 2026


In this exclusive clip from Tuesday's episode of Finding Your Roots, Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth discovers some common qualities between herself and a 19th-century Texas relative. Check it out now.

Photos: EVENING ALL AFTERNOON at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026


All new production photos have been released from Evening All Afternoon at the Donmar Warehouse. This is the World Premiere of Anna Ziegler’s new play, starring Erin Kellyman and Anastasia Hille. Performances run 14 February – 11 April 2026. 

Black Grace Dance Company Set to Perform at the MACC in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026


New Zealand's leading contemporary dance group, Black Grace, returns to the Castle Theater on Sunday, March 8 at 7:30 pm. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Pregones/PRTT Unveils MARCH IS MUSIC 2026 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026


Obie and Drama Desk Award-winning company Pregones/Puerto Rican Traveling Theater (Pregones/PRTT) announced additional details for March is Music 2026, their popular concert series at Pregones Theater.

Caramoor to Host Trio of Rosen House Concerts in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026


Caramoor will present a series of three Rosen House concerts in March, featuring performances by SCHWAB VOCAL RISING STARS, Goitse, and Víkingur Ólafsson. These events showcase a mix of vocal brilliance, traditional Irish music, and classical piano.

Juanes to Perform at Florida Theatre on North American Tour 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026


The Florida Theatre and Live Nation has announced Juanes, North American Tour 2026 on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. at the historic Florida Theatre in downtown Jacksonville.

Bret McKenzie Adds New Shows to Australian Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 19, 2026


Bret McKenzie has added an Adelaide show to his Australia tour, as well as adding second shows in Sydney and Melbourne. Tickets to the new shows of FREAK OUT CITY will go on sale Thursday February 19 at 11am local time.

Exclusive: Watch Karen Ziemba Sing in Rehearsals For MONTE CRISTO
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2026


Step inside rehearsals for the world premiere production of Monte Cristo, the musical adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' novel The Count of Monte Cristo. This exclusive video clip features Tony Winner Karen Ziemba, who plays Carconte/Lucrezia Borgia.

Avi Hoffman's Returns to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026


Award-winning actor, singer, author, raconteur, and South Florida favorite Avi Hoffman will return to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center to celebrate its 15th birthday.

15th Annual SALON SYMPHONY To Celebrate International Women Artists At Hungarian House Of New York
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026


The International Women Artists Salon will present the 15th annual SALON SYMPHONY on International Women’s Day at the Hungarian House of New York.

Exclusive: How Polly Findlay’s Theatre Roots Shaped MIDWINTER BREAK
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2026


In an exclusive interview with Polly Findlay, the Olivier-Award-winning director peels back the nuanced layers that are at the heart of her directorial film debut Midwinter Break, now playing in theaters.

WOMEN AT PLAY(S) 8 Festival to Showcase Canadian Women in Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026


Toronto: Women at Play(s) 8 is a festival of original short one-act plays written, directed and performed by Canadian women-identifying playwrights, directors and actors.

AN EVENING WITH BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL is Coming to 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026


The 92nd Street Y, New York will present An Evening with Brian Stokes Mitchell. Two-time Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell has enjoyed a career that spans Broadway, television, film, and concert appearances.

Hollywood Bowl 2026 Summer Season Revealed - THE SOUND OF MUSIC Sing-A-Long, ABBA Tribute and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026


The LA Phil has revealed the 2026 Hollywood Bowl summer season with performances at the world-renowned amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills from June to September 2026.

Michael Haefliger Becomes Artistic Advisor of the Kusatsu International Summer Music Academy & Festival in Japan
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026


Michael Haefliger has become Artistic Advisor of the Kusatsu International Summer Music Academy & Festival in Japan. Learn more about him and the festival here!

Ruth Eckerd Hall On The Road Presents Two Concerts At Chasco Fiesta
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026


Ruth Eckerd Hall on the Road will present two concerts at Chasco Fiesta™ at Sims Park in downtown New Port Richey. Learn more about the upcoming lineup of shows here!

MOVIES TV MAYHEM Set to Debut at Theatre Row This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026


The world premiere of Movies TV Mayhem, an uproarious new play written by acclaimed production designer Dean Taucher, will premiere off-Broadway at Theatre Row in April. Learn more here!

Shemekia Copeland and Paul Thorn Set for Spire Center Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026


Plymouth's Spire Center for Performing Arts has announced two new shows going on sale this weekend.  On May 23 acclaimed blues and soul singer Shamekia Copeland will be in Plymouth and southern blues rocker Paul Thorn comes to town June 20. 

Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA Journeys Back to Musical Theatre West
by Michael Quintos - Feb 17, 2026


Directed by James Vásquez with musical direction by Ryan O'Connell and choreography by Shani Talmor, this remarkably solid new production of the 1965 Tony Award winner boasts haunting visuals and superb performances from its assembled ensemble, led by a trio of excellent leads that offer three distinct portrayals of varying temperaments. This brand new regional revival mounted by Musical Theatre West—which recently opened its latest iteration of the show at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach—continues through March 1, 2026.

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