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New England Conservatory to Present Nearly 800 Events in 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026

New England Conservatory will present nearly 800 free events, many livestreamed, featuring guest artists Hilary Hahn, Dave Holland, and Christian McBride alongside faculty and student performers at Jordan Hall.

Review: THE AMERICAN FIVE at Berkshire Theatre Group
by Marc Savitt - Jul 1, 2026

THE AMERICAN FIVE Intersects Black, Queer, and Jewish histories to showcase the collective work required to bring about societal change. It reminds of those who came before us and what they did in the name of Freedom and rights. Jakobs says that 'ultra right-wing America has tried to take over the term 'American' and I say no!' To those who ask, who is the next Martin Luther King, Jakobs replies, you are. They feel that the things we do in this country impact everyone in this country and ask: 'Why are you not saying anything?'

Cast and Creative Team Set for THE AMERICAN FIVE at Berkshire Theatre Group
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026

Berkshire Theatre Group announced the cast and creative team for the regional premiere of THE AMERICAN FIVE, the Helen Hayes Award-winning play by Chess Jakobs, directed by Gerry McIntyre at The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge.

EXPERIENCING THE DREAM MLK THE MUSICAL Will Present Live Audience Recording in Lynwood
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

EXPERIENCING THE DREAM MLK THE MUSICAL, written by Kesha L. Ealy and composed by Marcus S. Mason, will hold a live audience recording featuring 27 musicians performing the 26-song score at Greater Emmanuel Temple in Lynwood, CA.

OLD WEIRD AMERICA AND HARRY SMITH ARCHIVES Comes To New England Conservatory
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 16, 2026

The immersive concert experience reimagines folk, blues, ballads, Jewish music, and Americana captured in Smith’s archives, including the Anthology of American Folk Music. Learn more about reserving tickets!

NEC's CMA Small Ensemble Festival Will Include Jazz, Folk, World Music & More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

New England Conservatory's CMA Spring Ensemble Festival will present student ensembles performing West African, Middle Eastern, Jewish, American Roots, and Indie/Punk/Art Rock music. All festival events are free and open to the public.

Eric Carle Museum Unveils 2026 Carle Honors Honorees Including Bryan Collier
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art announced its 2026 Carle Honors honorees, recognizing Bryan Collier, Ellen Michelson, the International Youth Library, Claudia Bedrick, and Robert L. Forbes at a September 17 gala in New York City.

Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown Evanston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, has revealed its inaugural season in the company’s new home at 1012 Church Street in Downtown Evanston.

NEC Jazz Orchestra To Present AFRICAN COOKBOOK: MUSIC OF RANDY WESTON AND MELBA LISTON
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

The NEC Jazz Orchestra will present African Cookbook: Music of Randy Weston and Melba Liston on Thursday, February 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Jordan Hall. Conducted by Ken Schaphorst, the program honors the influential partnership between composer, pianist, and bandleader Randy Weston and trombonist, composer, and arranger Melba Liston.

NEC Students to Perform 60s and 70s Hits in GENIUS ON THE CHARTS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

NEC students will showcase their musical talents by performing iconic hits from the 60s and 70s in the upcoming show GENIUS ON THE CHARTS on February 24.

Collaboraction Will Host Free Reading of LAWNDALE KING at the Chicago History Museum
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025

Collaboraction Theatre will present a free staged reading of Lawndale King, Willie Round’s powerful new play about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s time living in Chicago’s North Lawndale community.

Review: An Ascendant THE MOUNTAINTOP from Front Porch Arts Collective
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 8, 2025

Katori Hall’s thought-provoking drama, “The Mountaintop,” being presented by Front Porch Arts Collective in collaboration with Suffolk University’s Modern Theatre, where it is being staged through October 12.

Review: THE AMERICAN FIVE at Ford's Theatre
by Jake Bridges - Sep 26, 2025

Early in my arts management training, I read former Kennedy Center President Michael Kaiser’s book, The Cycle. This arts manifesto is a practical guide on creating and sustaining the arts, and I do recommend it for anyone seeking a career in the field. But I digress.

African American Research Library and Cultural Center Host The Ashley Bryan Art Series Festival
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025

Broward County's African American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC) invites families to experience the Ashley Bryan Art Series (ABAS) Youth Art Festival.

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art to Present the Carle Honors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art will present the Carle Honors to honor those whose creative vision and long-term dedication have had a profound impact on picture books and the role they play in arts appreciation and early literacy.

Cast and Creative Team Set for THE AMERICAN FIVE at Ford's Theatre Society
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025

The cast and creative team of Chess Jakob's world-premiere of The American Five at ​Ford's Theatre has been revealed. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

New York Theatre Workshop to Host Celebration of Photographer Alex Harsley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop will host a celebration of local legend and photographer Alex Harsley of 4th Street Photo Gallery. Learn more!

Ingrid Laubrock & Ikue Mori To Perform At New England Conservatory This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2025

Internationally acclaimed saxophonist/composer Ingrid Laubrock and laptop artist Ikue Mori will be featured in two New England Conservatory concerts during their residency at the school.

Interview: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Has Taken on One Mother of a Role in PURPOSE
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2025

The indomitable matriarch of Purpose is played by none other than the great LaTanya Richardson Jackson, who returns to the stage after producing last year's Tony-nominated Purlie Victorious and directing the Tony-nominated The Piano Lesson in the previous season. BroadwayWorld checked in with LaTanya to learn about her journey with the play so far, find out who inspires her character, and so much more. 

THE AMERICAN FIVE WORLD PREMIERE, A CHRISTMAS CAROL & More Set For Ford's 2025-2026 Season
by Joshua Wright - Apr 9, 2025

Ford's Theatre Director Paul R. Tetreault today announced the Ford's Theatre 2025-2026 season, featuring the world premiere of Chess Jakobs's The American Five, from The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions, directed by Aaron Posner; the beloved holiday musical of A Christmas Carol with Craig Wallace reprising the role of Ebenezer Scrooge; and in commemoration of our nation's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the musical 1776, directed and choreographed by Luis Salgado.