Athenaeum

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) Will Open in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026

The Australian tour of the musical comedy Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is now underway, with the official opening of the Melbourne season at the Athenaeum Theatre. Learn more here!

Jason Donovan Will Lead ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Jason Donovan will star as Randle P. McMurphy in a new production of ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST at Melbourne's Athenaeum Theatre, joined by Nadine Garner as Nurse Ratched and Jeremy Proulx as Chief Bromden.

Listen: Bandits on the Run Share 'Lostlostlost' Single From New Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026

Bandits on the Run, the NYC-based indie-folk-pop trio consisting of Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn, have shared the new single, “lostlostlost,' the final release from their forthcoming album, Rough Magic. Listen to it now.

George Enescu International Competition Extends Application Deadlines For 2026 Edition
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026

The George Enescu International Competition has extended its application deadline for the Cello, Violin, and Piano divisions, with the 20th anniversary edition set to take place in Bucharest, Romania.

Reuben Kaye Will Bring HARD TO SWALLOW on Tour in Australia
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026

Reuben Kaye will return with a brand-new solo cabaret comedy show, Hard to Swallow sharper, sexier and more political than ever, touring Australia in 2026.

Photos: First Look at MAYBE TOMORROW at Wild Door Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026

Wild Door Theater is presenting the Midwest premiere of Maybe Tomorrow, a new play by Max Mondi and directed by Andrew Gallant, now playing in Studio B at The Athenaeum Center. See photos!

THE RAKE PUNISHED OR DON GIOVANNI Will Come to the Melbourne Opera
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

MELBOURNE OPERA will stage Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April to 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne, offering a timely interpretation of the classic opera.

Wild Door Theater Will Return With MAYBE TOMORROW, at The Athenaeum Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Wild Door Theater will present the Midwest premiere of Maybe Tomorrow, a darkly funny and unsettling new play by Max Mondi and directed by Andrew Gallant, April 13 - May 24, in Studio B at The Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture.

Review: AMÉLIE at New Athenaeum Theatre
by Mary Baillie - Mar 26, 2026

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland embraces playfulness in this quirky production of Amélie based on the 2001 French film by Jean-Pierre Jeunet. The piece follows shy, imaginative Parisian woman Amélie (Aida Valentine), who secretly orchestrates acts of kindness to improve the lives of others... while slowly building the courage to pursue her own love story with the eccentric Nino (William Collier).

20th Anniversary George Enescu International Competition Opens Applications Worldwide
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026

The 2026 edition of the biennial George Enescu International Competition will be held from August 23 to September 19, 2026, in Bucharest, Romania, with four divisions for entrants in Composition, Cello, Violin, and Piano.

Springfield Chamber Players To Perform At Westfield Athenaeum
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026

The Springfield Chamber Players will perform at the Westfield Athenaeum in Westfield, MA. The SCP String Trio will present works by Schubert, Beethoven, and other composers. The concert will include a pre-concert lecture by Guy McLain.

Corinne Bailey Rae Adds Second New York City Show to 20th Anniversary Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2026

Due to popular demand, Corinne Bailey Rae has announced a second New York City date for her 20th anniversary tour: “Like a Star: Celebrating 20 Years of Corinne Bailey Rae.” 

Corinne Bailey Rae to Play 'Like a Star' 20th Anniversary Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2026

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician, Corinne Bailey Rae has announced her 20th anniversary tour: “Like a Star: Celebrating 20 Years of Corinne Bailey Rae.'

Springfield Chamber Players Cancels All-Woodwind Concert WINDSCAPE
by Gillian Blum - Feb 22, 2026

The previously announced Springfield Chamber Players' all-woodwind concert Windscape, set to play at 52 Sumner on Sunday, March 1, at 3 p.m., has been canceled

Springfield Chamber Players Will Present WINDSCAPE at 52 Sumner
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026

Springfield Chamber Players will present WINDSCAPE on Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.m. at 52 Sumner in Springfield. The all-woodwind concert will be led by Yeh-Chi Wang.

Cast Announced for STEEL MAGNOLIAS Australia Tour
by Gillian Blum - Feb 9, 2026

Producers Neil Gooding and Alex Woodward announced an all-star cast featuring some of the country’s most recognisable and celebrated television actors for the upcoming production of Steel Magnolias.

Rubicon Theatre Company Reveals Cast For THE 39 STEPS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Rubicon Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning comedy thriller THE 39 STEPS, adapted from John Buchan's novel and Alfred Hitchcock's film. Directed by Jenny Sullivan and featuring Joseph Fuqua, the show runs from February 11 to March 1, 2026, at Rubicon Theatre in Ventura.

Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 12, 2026

Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.

Dance Chicago’s DANCES FROM THE HEART Returns To The Athenaeum Center In January 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2026

Dance Chicago is set to showcase DANCES FROM THE HEART, a celebration of love through dance, on January 24 at the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!