Brisbane Festival to Launch 2026 Program Under New Artistic Director Ebony Bott
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
Brisbane Festival announced its 2026 program, the inaugural vision of new Artistic Director Ebony Bott, featuring 700 performances, world premieres, international productions, and free events across the city.
Jo Foster, Gracie McGonigal, and More Join INTO THE WOODS West End Transfer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for the West End transfer of the Bridge Theatre production of Into The Woods. Learn more about the production and the cast here!
BBC Radio 2's Richie Anderson Will Lead JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026
BBC Radio 2 presenter Richie Anderson and Britain's Got Talent finalist Jamie Leahey will headline JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at Swindon's Wyvern Theatre, joining panto dame David Ashley.
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.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK: A MUSIC ADVENTURE to Play Culture Lab LIC
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Eat the Peadies will present JACK AND THE BEANSTALK: A MUSIC ADVENTURE, an interactive concert for ages 3-10 featuring live piano and puppetry at Culture Lab LIC in New York City.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK: A MUSIC ADVENTURE to Play Culture Lab LIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Eat the Peadies will present Jack and the Beanstalk: A Music Adventure at Culture Lab LIC, combining live piano, puppetry, and interactive storytelling for children ages 3-10 and their families.
Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade to Return as Official America250 Nevada Event
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
The 32nd Annual Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade, designated an official America250 Nevada event, will feature 70 entries including Giant inflatable balloons, military groups, and Las Vegas pro sports teams.
Speight Jenkins, Former Seattle Opera General Director, Dies at 89
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
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.
CBEEBIES HOUSE PARTY LIVE to Feature Mr. Tumble at Selected UK Tour Venues
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Justin Fletcher's Mr. Tumble will join the UK touring cast of CBEEBIES HOUSE PARTY LIVE at selected venues, including Aberdeen, Derby, Hull, London, Stockton, and York, this summer.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN to Open at Lone Star College-North Harris in Houston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
Lone Star College-North Harris and Cash Carpenter Productions will present Dear Evan Hansen, featuring music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, at their Houston campus. Tickets start at $20.
Drama Bookshop Will Offer Free Copy of GIANT To Students
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
The Drama Bookshop is partnering with the Broadway production of Giant to give students a free copy of Mark Rosenblatt's Tony-nominated play with a valid student ID, while supplies last.
CVNT to Return to Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Sophie Power's CVNT, a bouffon-style clown show blending physical theatre and interactive comedy to reclaim feminine pleasure, is set to return to Assembly George Square at Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
NUWORKS 2026 to Open at Theatre Row with Experimental Works by Asian American Artists
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
Pan Asian Repertory Theatre will present NuWorks 2026 at Theatre Row, featuring self-created works by 11 artists spanning poetry, dance, music, and text.
TARGET AUDIENCE to Make Edinburgh Fringe Debut with Dan Bishop Dark Comedy
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
Dan Bishop, whose debut play Brainsluts sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe, brings new dark comedy TARGET AUDIENCE to the festival, a satire about media, government, and tech that descends into a locked room thriller.
AMERICA 250 CULTURAL FAIR to Launch at Jaffrey's Park Theatre This July 4th Weekend
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
The Park Theatre in Jaffrey, NH announced its America 250 Cultural Fair, featuring films, a live variety show, historical document exhibits, and a Main Street cookout to mark the nation's 250th birthday.
JIM HENSON'S FRAGGLE ROCK: BACK TO THE ROCK LIVE to Play Columbus Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026
The first-ever live touring production of JIM HENSON'S FRAGGLE ROCK: BACK TO THE ROCK LIVE is set to play Columbus' Palace Theatre, presented by CAPA, featuring puppetry by Jim Henson's Creature Shop and direction by John Tartaglia.
Review: Circa's HUMANS 2.0, Presented By Spoleto USA
by S.E. Barcus - May 28, 2026
Contemporary circus company, Circa, has come to Charleston, South Carolina, as part of Spoleto USA’s 50th season, with their Humans 2.0. This is the next installment after their successful Humans production — although with their current creation and context, the “2.0” more ironically evokes a software upgrade than a performance sequel.
Ripe, The Dip, Donna The Buffalo, Moontricks and More to Perform at GREAT BLUE HERON MUSIC FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
The 33rd annual Great Blue Heron Music Festival will bring 48+ artists across four stages to the Heron Farm & Event Center in Sherman, New York, with a lineup spanning funk, groove, reggae, and old-time mountain music.
WICA New Works June Festival to Feature Dance, Drama, Poetry, and World Premieres
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts will present its New Works June festival, featuring Meander Dance Collective, solo performances, a world-premiere staged reading, and poetry by Claudia Castro Luna, all followed by audience talkbacks.
Lea Salonga, Bebe Neuwirth, Anthony Rapp and More Set for A SALUTE TO BROADWAY Fan Convention
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Creation Entertainment's A SALUTE TO BROADWAY will bring a Broadway-themed fan convention to The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort, featuring Tony winners, live performances, cosplay, trivia, and a one-night concert with an 11-piece orchestra.
Seven Devils Playwrights Conference to Return for 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026
The Seven Devils Playwrights Conference announced its 2026 cohort of eight playwrights, selected from a record 966 submissions, for two weeks of free staged readings and workshops in McCall, Idaho.
Theater Resources Unlimited to Host Tony Awards Watch Party Fundraiser
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) will host a Tony Awards watch party fundraiser, limited to 60 attendees, featuring a buffet, Tony Pool ballots, and a chance to cheer on several TRU-affiliated nominees.
Anne Hegerty and Josiah Eloi Will Lead JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at Fareham Live
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
THE CHASE star Anne Hegerty and panto dame Josiah Eloi are set to appear in JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at Fareham Live, produced by Imagine Theatre. Learn more here!
THE FROG PRINCE AND THE PRINCESS Gets World Premiere at Theatre at the Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Philip Potempa's THE FROG PRINCE AND THE PRINCESS: A HOPPY TALE will have its world stage premiere at Theatre at the Center in Munster, Ind., featuring a mixed human and puppet cast in a Brothers Grimm adaptation.
COOL AT CAMP Adult Musical Comedy Set at Teenage Summer Camp is Coming to MITF 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2026
Cool at Camp, an adult musical comedy set in the world of teenage summer camp, will be a featured production of the Midtown International Theatre Festival at the American Theatre of Actors in NYC.
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