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BIGTAN & TERESH ARE DEAD to Make World Premiere at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026

The Tank NYC will present the world premiere of BIGTAN & TERESH ARE DEAD, a biblical farce by Michal Richardson about two minor Book of Esther characters navigating exile, grief, and free will.

Birdland Sets Two-Week Lineup With Ms. Lisa Fischer, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith, And Vince Giordano
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming for January 19 through February 1. Highlights include Ms. Lisa Fischer featuring the Orrin Evans Trio, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith Quartet, and return engagements by Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks and Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.

Delfeayo Marsalis, Lisa Fischer, Vince Giordano, and More Set for Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club will present a series of performances from January 12 to January 25, featuring renowned artists and ensembles. The iconic venue continues to host top-tier jazz talent, offering a diverse array of musical evenings.

Isaac Sutton to Present TONIGHT A MUSICAL at The Performing Arts Center 'Heichal Ba'Ir'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2025

Isaac Sutton will celebrate New Year's Eve with a very special performance of  'TONIGHT A MUSICAL' at The Performing Arts Center 'Heichal Ba'Ir' in Herzliya City.

Photos: Kate Shindle, Jelani Remy and More Celebrate The Holidays At JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party continues its weekly run at Birdland with sold-out holiday-season performances. Recent evenings featured a wide range of guest artists from musical theater, jazz, pop, and country. New photos capture highlights from the ongoing concert series at the New York jazz club.

Kate Kortum Wins 2025 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025

As part of NJPAC’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced Kate Kortum as the winner of the 14th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. 

PETTY MEN, Reimagining of JULIUS CAESAR, to Open at Arcola Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025

Buzz Studios will present its inaugural production, Petty Men created by Goodbody, John Chisham and Júlia Levai. A new play after Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, the production opens at Arcola Theatre’s Studio 2.

Emma Smith To Join Isaac Sutton For BROADWAY & ALL THAT JAZZ Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

Internationally acclaimed performer Isaac Sutton will welcome UK Jazz Star and acclaimed recording artist Emma Smith as they embark on an Israeli concert tour in November 2025 with the show 'Broadway & All That Jazz'.

Shakespeare's THE TEMPEST to be Presented at Sinclair Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025

Sinclair Theatre will present The Tempest, Shakespeare's magical comedy about revenge and romance, live on stage this spring. Learn more and see how to attend.

Rare Handwritten Shakespeare Sonnet Found in Oxford Library
by Michael Major - Mar 3, 2025

A rare handwritten copy of Shakespeare's Sonnet 116 has been found in Oxford University’s Bodleian Library. The copy of a musical adaptation of Shakespeare's Sonnet 116 has previously undocumented.

Royal Shakespeare Company Will Launch Lady Macbeth-Inspired Video Game, LILI
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced a new collaboration with iNK Stories, a New York based independent game studio and publisher, to create a new game, Lili. Set in contemporary Iran, this interactive, trailblazing vision from iNK Stories puts Lady Macbeth, one of Shakespeare's most iconic female leads, front and centre.

Cast Set For HENRY IV at Theatre For a New Audience
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

Henry IV will open at Theatre For a New Audience this month. Learn more about the show and the full cast for the production and find out how to get tickets here!

ALICE BY HEART to be Presented at Sinclair College in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024

Sinclair Theatre will present the regional debut of ALICE BY HEART, a new musical by Steven Sater, Duncan Sheik, and Jessie Nelson. It explores Alice Spencer's journey during the London Blitz. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Oxford, Yale Professors To Participate In TFANA Talks Following MACBETH (AN UNDOING)
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024

Theatre for a New Audience has announced two post-show TFANA Talks surrounding performances of the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh's production of Macbeth (an undoing) written and directed by Zinnie Harris and presented by TFANA in association with Rose Theatre, London.

Guthrie Theater To Present Shakespeare's RICHARD II, HENRY IV And HENRY V In Repertory
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024

Guthrie Theater will present a rotating repertory of Shakespeare's History Plays. Dive into the rich tapestry of historical dramas on stage.

RICHARD III, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and More Set For Shakespeare's Globe Summer 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced its Summer Season, running from April – October 2024. Learn more about the full season here!

Tyreek McDole Wins The 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition 
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2023

Tyreek McDole wins the annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition as part of NJPAC's TD James Moody Jazz Festival and Year-Round Centennial Celebrations Honoring Sarah Vaughan.

BBC to Run Extensive Shakespeare Season to Celebrate 400th Anniversary of First Folio
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 11, 2023

The BBC is celebrating this extraordinary anniversary with an ambitious season of content across TV, Radio, BBC iPlayer & BBC Sounds exploring why, 400 years on, Shakespeare's relevance and influence is as strong as ever. A wealth of programming featuring major actors and leading experts, including new documentaries, performance, music, drama, comedy, news coverage and the best of the BBC archive, as well as special items on flagship BBC shows, will celebrate the man, his world and his timeless writing.

September Lineup Revealed For The Meighen Forum
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2023

The Meighen Forum brings more insight to the Stratford Festival this September. Learn more about the full lineup here!

LATE NIGHT JAZZ Returns to The Royal Albert Hall For 2023
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2023

The Royal Albert Hall has announced the third and final Late Night Jazz series for 2023 following two sold out seasons earlier this year. The autumn schedule hosts a range of styles and genres, from Brazilian bossa nova to spiritual free jazz, and jazz classics to festive favourites.