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Harold Wheeler, Tony-Winning Orchestrator, Passes Away at 82
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2026

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that accomplished orchestrator, composer, conductor, record producer and arranger Harold Wheeler passed away on June 24, 2026. He was 82 years old.

Review: Stephanie Nakasian Brings Warmth and Depth to Chelsea Table + Stage
by Andrew Poretz - Jun 23, 2026

Stephanie Nakasian brought warmth, wit, and deep jazz chops to Chelsea Table + Stage, blending swinging standards, personal stories, and guest appearances by Meri Ziev and mouth trumpeter Robert Gurland.

The Atlanta Opera Awards $10k And Commission To Perry And Davila For THE SICKNESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026

Composer Gillian Rae Perry and librettist David Davila won The Atlanta Opera's 96-Hour Opera Project for The Sickness, taking home a $10,000 prize and a commission to write a chamber opera.

MWALIM TRIO to Headline Inaugural SouthCoast Jazz Festival in Fall River
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026

The MWALIM TRIO will headline the inaugural SouthCoast Jazz Festival in Downtown Fall River, presented by the Bristol Black Collective as part of its Juneteenth Celebration, featuring Blues, Soul, and Jazz on Purchase Street.

Previews: HALF THE SKY at Westfield Studio Theatre
by Steve Sucato - Jun 15, 2026

Dancer-choreographer Melissa Ajayi's interest in creating her own dance works came at a young age in her hometown dance studio in New Philadelphia, Ohio. It only grew stronger over the years as a dance major at Kent State University and as a freelance dance artist living in New York City and Lexington, Kentucky. So, forming her own eponymous project-based dance company in 2021 was a natural next step in her evolution as a dancemaker. 

I FEEL GOOD: AN HOMAGE TO JAMES BROWN to Open at Springer Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026

The Springer Opera House, the State Theatre of Georgia, will present I FEEL GOOD: AN HOMAGE TO JAMES BROWN in Emily Woodruff Hall, celebrating the life and music of the Godfather of Soul over Juneteenth and Father's Day weekend.

Plymouth's Spire Center Reveals Three New Shows For September and October
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

Plymouth's Spire Center announced three upcoming shows, including Tennessee country-pop duo The Young Fables, Boston's seven-piece Fat City Band, and guitarist Quinn Sullivan, with tickets going on sale at spirecenter.org.

MEN OF SOUL to Open at Black Ensemble Theater for 50th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026

Black Ensemble Theater will present the revival of Men of Soul, a musical revue written and directed by Artistic Director Daryl D. Brooks, at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center in Chicago.

Lurleen Ladd to Make NYC Debut at Flute Bar Midtown in June
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

Austin-based singer/songwriter Lurleen Ladd will make her New York City debut at Flute Bar & Lounge in Manhattan, premiering live songs from her forthcoming album RECLAMATION, a reimagining of iconic '80s hits.

Best Cabaret in June 2026: Lillias White, Donna McKechnie, Norm Lewis & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 31, 2026

We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret, comedy and Broadway with shows in NYC. Tickets to these shows are likely to sell out, so get yours soon!

Cabaret Roundup: June 1-7 – Lillias White, Adrienne Warren & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 1, 2026

Here are a few top picks to consider this week including jazz, a solo concert by Broadway star Lillias White (Hadestown), Lyrics and Lyricists celebrating the music of Alan and Marilyn Bergman, and more.

WATER MEMORY Will Make World Premiere With The Atlanta Opera and Georgia Tech Arts
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026

The Atlanta Opera and Georgia Tech Arts will present the world premiere of WATER MEMORY (Jala Smriti), a one-act chamber opera exploring dementia, family, and AI's role in preserving human dignity, created entirely without AI assistance.

Review: JON BATISTE Brings His Musical Genius to BOSTON POPS at Symphony Hall
by R. Scott Reedy - May 17, 2026

What did our critic think of JON BATISTE BRINGS HIS MUSICAL GENIUS TO BOSTON POPS at Symphony Hall?

The Oak Ridge Boys Will Come to the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

The legendary The Oak Ridge Boys will bring their celebrated harmonies and decades of hits to the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the performance here!

Spotlight: MARIE AND ROSETTA at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - May 15, 2026

Asolo Rep's Marie and Rosetta Now On Stage

CHICAGO Original Broadway Cast Recording Joins National Recording Registry
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

Broadway’s original cast album of “Chicago” is among the selections joining the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2026. Learn more about the full list here!

The Oak Ridge Boys Will Return to Sioux Falls at Washington Pavilion
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026

The Oak Ridge Boys will perform at Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls, with tickets available through the venue's website. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

HAIRSPRAY To Be Performed By New Village Arts
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 2, 2026

New Village Arts (NVA) has announced it's production of Hairspray which will be in performances later this summer. As the largest production in NVA’s history, this staging is noted to raise the bar for what’s possible on the Ray Charles.

Janet Jackson To Appear at 2026 Grammy Hall Of Fame Gala; Erykah Badu Joins Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2026

Five-time Grammy Award winner Janet Jackson will make a special appearance at the Recording Academy and Grammy Museum’s 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala to celebrate the induction of her album Rhythm Nation 1814 into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

Josh Groban and Teddy Swims Will Perform at Grammy Hall Of Fame Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026

Tony Award-nominated performer Josh Groban and Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Teddy Swims will perform at the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala in a special tribute honoring Warner Records.