Opera Theatre

The Dallas Opera Unveils Winners Of 2026 National Vocal Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2026

The Dallas Opera has announced the winners of the 2025–2026 Dallas Opera National Vocal Competition following the live finals held March 6 at the Winspear Opera House.

Merola Opera Program and San Francisco Opera Center Reveal 2026 Schwabacher Recital Series
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

Now in its 42nd year, the Schwabacher Recital Series, presented by Merola Opera Program and San Francisco Opera Center, will return this spring with a series of three recitals.

Kurt Weill Foundation Unveils Semifinalists for 2026 Lenya Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

Kim H. Kowalke, President of the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music and founder of the Lenya Competition, has announced the eighteen versatile singer-actors who have advanced to the Competition's semifinal round.

Ora Jones, Issy van Randwyck and More to Star in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at CST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for The Merry Wives of Windsor, an endlessly entertaining new take of Shakespeare’s most raucous comedy.

Westport Country Playhouse to Present ISAAC MIZRAHI: LIVE IN CONCERT in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

Westport Country Playhouse will present Isaac Mizrahi, “Project Runway: All Stars” judge and Broadway performer, in “Isaac Mizrahi: Live in Concert,” on Saturday, March 7, at 8 p.m.

Lookingglass Theatre to Present COME AS YOU AREN'T BALL Celebration of Costume Design
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

Lookingglass Theatre Company will present Come As You Aren’t Ball, a premier costumed benefit celebrating and supporting the Ensemble’s acclaimed tradition of creating bold new work.

Royal Countess Zingara Extends Season, Adds New Acts in Cape Town
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026

Celebrating her 100th show and a sold out festive season at the plush Spiegeltent at Century City, The Royal Countess Zingara has announced the addition of a new international act to the show lineup.

Hofesh Shechter OBE Awarded Chevalier Des Arts Et Des Lettres By The French Ministry Of Culture
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026

Hofesh Shechter Company has announced that world-renowned choreographer and composer Hofesh Shechter OBE has been appointed to the rank of Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

LA BOHEME, SALOME and More Set for Seattle Opera 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The full lineup of titles and artists has been revealed for Seattle Opera's 2026/27 season. An exploration of love in all its facets, the company's 63rd season features two classic operas returning to Seattle for the first time in a quarter century.

The 2026 ST. LOUIS THEATER CIRCLE AWARD NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED - The Rep Leads All Companies with 38 Nods
by James Lindhorst - Feb 3, 2026

The St. Louis Theatre Circle has announced their nominations for their annual awards to be distributed on March 23, 2026, at the Loretto-Hilton Center. 172 theatre artists have been nominated in 34 categories honoring the best in St. Louis Theater in 2025. The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis leads all companies with a record-breaking 38 nominations for their productions of Athena, Clyde’s, Emma, Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Brothers Size, and The Cottage. Emma is the most nominated comedy of the season with 11 nominations.

Emma O'Halloran's MARY MOTORHEAD & TRADE Set for March Debut at The Malthouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026

The Australian Contemporary Opera Company will present Grammy-nominated Emma O'Halloran's double-bill Mary Motorhead & Trade at The Malthouse this March, directed by award-winning filmmaker Greta Nash.

John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.

Review: LES MISERABLES WORLD TOUR�"Four Decades of Heart, Heroism, and Hope
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Jan 25, 2026

Since its 1980 debut in Paris, Les Misérables has transcended the medium of musical theatre to become a global cultural force.

Cantori New York to Present HAILSTORK AT 85 Featuring New Orchestration of CRISPUS ATTUCKS
by Gillian Blum - Jan 24, 2026

In celebration of Adolphus Hailstork's 85th birthday, Cantori New York will present an all-Hailstork tribute concert featuring a brand new chamber orchestration of Crispus Attucks (2005/2026) by composer and Cantori member Brian Dean Morales.

Interview: Sound Designer Marc Salzberg on Sound, Space and Storytelling in Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026

BroadwayWorld spoke with Marc Salzberg to discuss his philosophy in sound design for the theatre. He reflects evolving technology in the theatre, what it takes to sustain a long career in theatre sound, and more.

Milwaukee Opera Theatre To Present Developmental Reading Of MAYBE WE’LL FLY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026

Milwaukee Opera Theatre will present a developmental reading of Maybe We’ll Fly, a new play with music inspired by the life of artist Mary Nohl. The work is written by Marie Kohler with music by Josh Schmidt and is directed by Elizabeth Margolius.

Milwaukee Opera Theatre to Present A New Play Reading Of MAYBE WE'LL FLY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2026

Milwaukee Opera Theatre will present a developmental reading of Maybe We'll Fly, a new play with music by Marie Kohler and Josh Schmidt with direction by Elizabeth Margolius.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul 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!

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; SISTER ACT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI 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!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Buffalo Community Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul 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!