The Venue

MADE IN THE MIDWEST to Return to Reimagined Stoner Theater in Des Moines
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026

Des Moines Performing Arts announced a new season of MADE IN THE MIDWEST, moving into the reimagined Stoner Theater with five regional acts spanning indie, soul, jazz, pop and bluegrass.

Emily Skinner to Perform in Concert at Feinstein's at the Nikko in San Francisco
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026

Tony Award nominee Emily Skinner will perform Broadway favorites and personal selections at Feinstein's at Hotel Nikko in San Francisco for two intimate evenings.

BARBARA FOREVER to Make U.S. Theatrical Premiere at Film Forum
by Joshua Wright - Jul 23, 2026

Brydie O'Connor's archive-driven documentary on pioneering lesbian experimental filmmaker Barbara Hammer is set to make its U.S. theatrical premiere at Film Forum in New York City.

A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS National Tour to Visit Over 30 U.S. Cities
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026

A Magical Cirque Christmas will return in 2026 for a very merry national tour, bringing its variety show to more than 30 cities across the U.S. including stops in Austin, Portland, Charlotte, and beyond.

K-MUSIC FESTIVAL to Return to London for 13th Edition This Autumn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026

The Korean Cultural Centre UK's K-Music Festival will present its 13th edition across London venues, featuring artists spanning hip-hop, folk, jazz, post-rock, and gaming soundtracks.

GREAT SOUTH BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL Kicks Off on Long Island
by Joshua Wright - Jul 23, 2026

The Great South Bay Music Festival is underway on Long Island, bringing multiple days of live performances across genres to the region.

2026 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Will Feature a New Rockettes Number and New Technology
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

The Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes will feature a brand-new Rockettes number and immersive new technology for its 2026/2027 show. Learn more here!

Aberdeen Arts Centre Raises £87.9k in Six Weeks, Surpassing Fundraising Goal
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

Aberdeen Arts Centre has exceeded its £60,000 fundraising target, raising nearly £88,000 in six weeks, bringing the Save Aberdeen Arts Centre campaign total to over £260,000 toward its £660,000 three-year goal.

BLUE TSUNAMI to Host Fundraiser at Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026

Blue Tsunami will hold an upcoming fundraiser event at Don't Tell Mama in New York City, continuing the organization's series of benefit performances at the well-known cabaret venue.

Bees Deluxe to Return to the Shrine World Music Venue in Harlem
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026

Bees Deluxe, the British-American acid blues band from Boston, will perform at the Shrine World Music Venue in Harlem as part of an East Coast tour, with no cover charge.

Interview: Adrianna Hicks on OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL GO! at The Green Room 42
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 22, 2026

After years of performing on Broadway, Adrianna Hicks makes her cabaret debut in NYC at The Green Room 42. We spoke about what it’s been like to create the show, and how she hopes it will inspire others to write their own love letters to themselves.

Michelle Branch Tour to Release Limited Friends & Family Tickets After Sellout
by Joshua Wright - Jul 22, 2026

Michelle Branch's Everywhere and Back Again tour sold out within a week of going on sale. A limited number of friends and family tickets have been announced for release.

Jack White to Stream Sold-Out Pine Knob Concert Live on Nugs
by Joshua Wright - Jul 22, 2026

Jack White announced a Nugs livestream of his sold-out Pine Knob Music Theatre show, giving fans who missed tickets a chance to watch the performance live online.

Broadway in Jackson 2026/2027 Season Includes JERSEY BOYS, BEETLEJUICE, & More
by Juliana Asbill - Jul 22, 2026

Thalia Mara Hall’s Broadway in Jackson lineup for the ‘26-’27 season was announced earlier this month - the venue’s first full season lineup since extensive renovations and repairs were completed following mold and water damage discovered in late 2024. 

Review: Mrs. GREEN APPLE Concludes “ZENJIN MITO TO IM/MUTABLE” at Japan National Stadium
by Ayaka Ozaki - Jul 22, 2026

Three-piece band Mrs. GREEN APPLE, consisting of Motoki Ohmori (Vocals/Guitar), Hiroto Wakai (Guitar), and Ryoka Fujisawa (Keyboard), launched their stadium tour, “ZENJIN MITO TO IM/MUTABLE,” in April 2026. The tour visited Japan National Stadium in April and July and Yanmar Stadium Nagai in May, featuring hit songs including “KUSUSHIKI,” “Lilac,” and “Darling.” Across all performances, the tour attracted a total of 390,000 fans. The tour also made Mrs. GREEN APPLE the first band in history to perform four shows at Japan National Stadium, while spectacular productions, including 4,500 fireworks, created an unforgettable concert experience. The tour’s final performance, held on July 5 at Japan National Stadium, was streamed live across 15 online platforms. Live viewings were also held at more than 360 movie theaters throughout Japan, as well as in South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Thailand, in addition to karaoke viewing events. Including those in attendance at the venue, approximately 250,000 people experienced the grand finale together. Below is a review from the final performance at Japan National Stadium on July 5.

Canadian Premiere of ENDGAME Will Open New Venue, The Corleck in November
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

The Canada Ireland Foundation has announced that their new multipurpose arts and culture venue, the CORLECK, will officially open its doors this November. Learn more here!

New Musical BROOKLYN'S BRIDGE Will Open in Fort Greene in August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

New musical Brooklyn's Bridge will open at The Space at Irondale in Fort Greene next month, inspired by the life of Emily Roebling, wife of Brooklyn Bridge Chief Engineer, Colonel Washington Roebling.

THE COMEDY LAB to Return for Third Edition at Tara Theatre with Brown Sauce
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

Brown Sauce and Tara Theatre announced the third edition of The Comedy Lab, offering aspiring South Asian comedians a free workshop and a chance to perform in a ticketed showcase alongside a headline act.

Diana Ross Will Bring DIANA IN MOTION to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

Diana Ross will return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for a three-show engagement of 'Diana in Motion,' featuring decades of chart-topping hits including 'I'm Coming Out' and 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough.'

SING SING Screening and Colman Domingo Q&A to Come to Actors Theatre of Louisville
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026

Academy Award-nominated actor Colman Domingo will return to Actors Theatre of Louisville for a one-night-only screening of Sing Sing, followed by a live conversation about art, resilience, and storytelling.