Music Hall

THE OUTSIDERS, BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB and More Set for Broadway In Kansas City Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

PNC Broadway in Kansas City has announced the 2026–27 season for Music Hall and the Kauffman Center. The 2026–27 PNC BROADWAY IN KANSAS CITY season will include the following national touring Broadway productions at Music Hall.

Frances Barber-Led MUSIK Solo Show Coming to UK Cinemas
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

MUSIK, the solo show by Jonathan Harvey with original songs by Pet Shop Boys, will be coming to cinemas across the UK for a special big-screen release on April 9 and 12.

Biffy Clyro Adds North American Leg to Global 'Futique Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

Scottish alternative rock trio Biffy Clyro will make their highly anticipated return to North America this spring on the Futique Tour. The headline run will kick off on April 20th in Los Angeles, following sold-out tours in the UK and EU.

Ari Lennox to Play Massive 2026 North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

GRAMMY-nominated R&B performer Ari Lennox is hitting the road in 2026 with a North American tour in support of her third studio album, Vacancy. The 31-city tour kicks off on Sunday, April 12 at WAMU Theater in Seattle.

DOLLY PARTON’S THREADS: MY SONGS IN SYMPHONY Coming to Nashville Symphony
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

This summer, Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony will join the Nashville Symphony for a multi-week limited series celebrating the Summer of Dolly Parton. The exclusive seven-week engagement kicks off June 16 and runs through July 31 at Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

American Football to Embark on 2026 World Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

Midwest-emo group American Football has announced a 2026 world tour. Kicking off this May, the band will return to the road for an expansive four-month run, with dates across the United States, Europe, UK, and Canada

OffWestEnd Awards (Offies) Unveil 2026 Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

The OffWestEnd Awards (Offies) have revealed their 2026 nominations, highlighting the best in independent theatre. The awards showcase a range of emerging and established talent in the Off-West End scene.

Review: THE COLORADO SYMPHONY WITH ITZHAK PERLMAN at Carnegie Hall
by Peter Danish - Feb 3, 2026

What did our critic think of THE COLORADO SYMPHONY WITH ITZHAK PERLMAN at Carnegie Hall?

Gov’t Mule Unveils 11 Headlining Spring Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026

GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced 11 spring headlining tour dates for April.

Industry Pro Newsletter: More Staff Shake Ups at the Kennedy Center, New York’s Awards Season Takes Shape
by Alex Freeman - Feb 2, 2026

We open this week with Colleen Dilenschneider’s look at the rise of localism and what it means for cultural organizations navigating tighter schedules and higher barriers to participation. On the awards front, key dates are set for the Tonys, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle, alongside a call for nominations for BroadwayWorld’s Stage Recording Awards. Elsewhere, we cover shifts in Broadway opening-night traditions, major benefit events, regional programming pauses, leadership changes, and a significant format change for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the West End.

25th Flamenco Festival Comes to New York City; Full Lineup and Tour Locations
by Gillian Blum - Jan 31, 2026

The 25th anniversary celebration of Flamenco Festival New York will feature programming that evokes this endless love affair between the city of skyscrapers and flamenco.

Wendy Moten, Maria Schneider Orchestra and More Lead February Lineup At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances from February 2 through February 15, featuring returning favorites and guest artists across jazz, cabaret, big band, and Latin music.

Review: BRANDON MAGGART AND THE GARDENIA at The Gardenia
by Andrew Poretz - Jan 30, 2026

Brandon Maggart helped close out The Gardenia's 45 years in West Hollywood with stories, songs, and tales of a life well lived. Daughter Maude Maggart joined for a poignant duet finale.

Broadway Dallas Appoints Michelle Mazzini as Chair of the Board and Names New Board Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026

Broadway Dallas has named Michelle Mazzini as Chair of the Board of Directors, effective January 2026. Mazzini has served on the Broadway Dallas Board since 2017 and has held chair positions on Governance and Development Committees.  

Andrea Axelrod Brings MORE THAN A BRIDE to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

MAC-nominee Andrea Axelrod will pay tribute to the musical legacy of the great character actress Elsa Lanchester in MORE THAN A BRIDE: Elsa Lanchester and Her Bawdy/Droll/Cockney//Poignant Songs at Don't Tell Mama.

A TASTE OF IRELAND Brings World Champions to Charleston Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, will come to Charleston performing 7:30pm, Thursday, March 5, 2026, at The Charleston Music Hall. Learn more here!

STILL ALIVE (AND KICKING) Set for Summer Tour in the UK
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

Join artist and London 7/7 bombing survivor, Dr. Gill Hicks AM MBE hon FRSA, as she returns to the UK once again to perform her multi award-winning, critically acclaimed show. Learn more here!