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DORRANCE DANCE to Perform at Fred Kavli Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026
Dorrance Dance, the Bessie Award-winning tap company founded by MacArthur Fellow Michelle Dorrance, will perform at the Fred Kavli Theatre in Thousand Oaks, featuring works by company members and Dorrance herself.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026
Dorrance Dance, the Bessie Award-winning tap company founded by MacArthur Fellow Michelle Dorrance, will perform at the Fred Kavli Theatre in Thousand Oaks, featuring works by company members and Dorrance herself.
Review: THE OLD MAID / QUEEN MARY / MARTHA GRAHAM at Spoleto
by Perry Tannenbaum - Jun 3, 2026
Scottish Ballet's MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS is likely to stand as the most spectacular triumph at Spoleto Festival USA 2026, and festival founder Gian Carlo Menotti's 1939 radio opera, THE OLD MAID AND THE THIEF, will probably remain the best theatre.
by Perry Tannenbaum - Jun 3, 2026
Scottish Ballet's MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS is likely to stand as the most spectacular triumph at Spoleto Festival USA 2026, and festival founder Gian Carlo Menotti's 1939 radio opera, THE OLD MAID AND THE THIEF, will probably remain the best theatre.
Review: Circa's HUMANS 2.0, Presented By Spoleto USA
by S.E. Barcus - May 28, 2026
Contemporary circus company, Circa, has come to Charleston, South Carolina, as part of Spoleto USA’s 50th season, with their Humans 2.0. This is the next installment after their successful Humans production — although with their current creation and context, the “2.0” more ironically evokes a software upgrade than a performance sequel.
by S.E. Barcus - May 28, 2026
Contemporary circus company, Circa, has come to Charleston, South Carolina, as part of Spoleto USA’s 50th season, with their Humans 2.0. This is the next installment after their successful Humans production — although with their current creation and context, the “2.0” more ironically evokes a software upgrade than a performance sequel.
Spoleto Festival USA Releases Live Chamber Music Album 'Vivaldi Meets Vahdat'
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
Spoleto Festival USA and Phenotypic Recordings released 'Live from Spoleto 2025: Chamber Music, Vol. 2,' pairing Vivaldi's Four Seasons with songs by Iranian vocalist Mahsa Vahdat, recorded live at Charleston's Dock Street Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
Spoleto Festival USA and Phenotypic Recordings released 'Live from Spoleto 2025: Chamber Music, Vol. 2,' pairing Vivaldi's Four Seasons with songs by Iranian vocalist Mahsa Vahdat, recorded live at Charleston's Dock Street Theatre.
THE MAESTRO Will Come to Sierra Madre Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Sierra Madre Playhouse will present Domenico Cimarosa's IL MAESTRO DI CAPPELLA, reimagined by Source/Filter Music, featuring baritone Caleb Yanez Glickman as a pompous conductor with a 17-piece orchestra.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Sierra Madre Playhouse will present Domenico Cimarosa's IL MAESTRO DI CAPPELLA, reimagined by Source/Filter Music, featuring baritone Caleb Yanez Glickman as a pompous conductor with a 17-piece orchestra.
Target Margin Theater Will Present Jean Genet-Inspired THIS IS REAL in March
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2026
Target Margin Theater will present the world premiere of 'THIS IS REAL,' inspired by Jean Genet, from March 1 to April 5, 2026. The production explores themes of identity and reality through innovative staging and performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2026
Target Margin Theater will present the world premiere of 'THIS IS REAL,' inspired by Jean Genet, from March 1 to April 5, 2026. The production explores themes of identity and reality through innovative staging and performance.
Spoleto Festival USA Launches Partnership with Apple Music Classical
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026
Spoleto Festival USA has set Live from Spoleto 2025: Orchestra, the first release in a new, multi-project partnership with Apple Music Classical. The collaboration presents exclusive recordings from the Festival’s 2025 Orchestra performances. Listen to a single now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026
Spoleto Festival USA has set Live from Spoleto 2025: Orchestra, the first release in a new, multi-project partnership with Apple Music Classical. The collaboration presents exclusive recordings from the Festival’s 2025 Orchestra performances. Listen to a single now.
Spoleto Festival USA Reveals 2026 Season Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Spoleto Festival USA has announced its 2026 season, running May 22–June 7, 2026, featuring more than 110 performances across opera, dance, theater, music, jazz, and community programs.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Spoleto Festival USA has announced its 2026 season, running May 22–June 7, 2026, featuring more than 110 performances across opera, dance, theater, music, jazz, and community programs.
92nd Street Y to Feature Julia Bullock, Seth Parker Woods, and Conor Hanick in Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026
The 92nd Street Y, New York will presentJulia Bullock, soprano; Seth Parker Woods, cello; and Conor Hanick, piano in Kaufmann Concert Hall, 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128, on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:30PM.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026
The 92nd Street Y, New York will presentJulia Bullock, soprano; Seth Parker Woods, cello; and Conor Hanick, piano in Kaufmann Concert Hall, 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128, on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:30PM.
Review: MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS, Theatre Royal
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Sep 18, 2025
This major new production from Scottish Ballet’s choreographer-in-residence Sophie Laplane and co-creator, James Bonas (The Crucible), draws on the complex relationship between Mary, Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I of England. Laplane’s bold choreography blends classicism with modernity, reshaping a familiar story with powerful originality.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Sep 18, 2025
This major new production from Scottish Ballet’s choreographer-in-residence Sophie Laplane and co-creator, James Bonas (The Crucible), draws on the complex relationship between Mary, Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I of England. Laplane’s bold choreography blends classicism with modernity, reshaping a familiar story with powerful originality.
Performer & Composer Nathalie Joachim Named Opera Philadelphia's Composer in Residence
by Emmy Rice - Jul 19, 2025
Grammy-nominated performer and composer Nathalie Joachim, a Haitian American artist hailed for being “a fresh and invigorating cross-cultural voice” (The Nation) will serve as Opera Philadelphia’s Composer in Residence for the upcoming 2025-2026 Season.
by Emmy Rice - Jul 19, 2025
Grammy-nominated performer and composer Nathalie Joachim, a Haitian American artist hailed for being “a fresh and invigorating cross-cultural voice” (The Nation) will serve as Opera Philadelphia’s Composer in Residence for the upcoming 2025-2026 Season.
Nathalie Joachim Named Composer in Residence For Opera Philadelphia's 2025-2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2025
Grammy-nominated performer and composer Nathalie Joachim, a Haitian American artist will serve as Opera Philadelphia's Composer in Residence for the upcoming 2025-2026 Season.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2025
Grammy-nominated performer and composer Nathalie Joachim, a Haitian American artist will serve as Opera Philadelphia's Composer in Residence for the upcoming 2025-2026 Season.
Review: THE TURN OF THE SCREW AT SPOLETO FESTIVAL USA at Dock Street Theatre
by Perry Tannenbaum - Jun 4, 2025
Spoleto Festival USA's bipolar weekend of WHITE BOX and POLAR BEAR & PENGUIN was an admirable pairing for young and old -but not as grippingly theatrical as the world premiere staging of Benjamin Britten's opera, THE TURN OF THE SCREW, retelling the ghostly Henry James novella under the direction of Rodula Gaitanou
by Perry Tannenbaum - Jun 4, 2025
Spoleto Festival USA's bipolar weekend of WHITE BOX and POLAR BEAR & PENGUIN was an admirable pairing for young and old -but not as grippingly theatrical as the world premiere staging of Benjamin Britten's opera, THE TURN OF THE SCREW, retelling the ghostly Henry James novella under the direction of Rodula Gaitanou
World Premiere Recording AN AMERICAN SOLDIER Announced by American Composers Orchestra
by Emmy Rice - May 24, 2025
The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) today released the world premiere recording of composer Huang Ruo and librettist David Henry Hwang’s moving and timely opera, An American Soldier, conducted by Carolyn Kuan, digitally via Platoon.
by Emmy Rice - May 24, 2025
The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) today released the world premiere recording of composer Huang Ruo and librettist David Henry Hwang’s moving and timely opera, An American Soldier, conducted by Carolyn Kuan, digitally via Platoon.
92NY to Present Parker Ramsay, Harp With Special Guest Charlotte Mundy, Voice
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Parker Ramsay, harp at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center and online. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Parker Ramsay, harp at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center and online. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets
Spoleto Festival USA Adds REMEMBER THIS to 2025 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
Spoleto Festival USA has announced the addition of the critically acclaimed play, Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski, to its 2025 season.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
Spoleto Festival USA has announced the addition of the critically acclaimed play, Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski, to its 2025 season.
Three New Musicians to Join Boston Symphony Orchestra for the 2025–26 Season
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2025
The Boston Symphony Orchestra has appointed Caleb Quillen as the orchestra’s new principal bass. BSO third horn Michael Winter has been appointed associate principal horn, and Samuel Andonian and Arianna Brusubardis Grace join as section violins.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2025
The Boston Symphony Orchestra has appointed Caleb Quillen as the orchestra’s new principal bass. BSO third horn Michael Winter has been appointed associate principal horn, and Samuel Andonian and Arianna Brusubardis Grace join as section violins.
Spoleto Festival USA Announces 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2025
Spoleto Festival USA have announced the lineup for its 49th Festival taking place from May 23 to June 8. Charleston's enchanting backdrop sets the stage for more than 120 unforgettable performances, including six world premieres and two U.S. premieres across opera, theater, music, and dance.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2025
Spoleto Festival USA have announced the lineup for its 49th Festival taking place from May 23 to June 8. Charleston's enchanting backdrop sets the stage for more than 120 unforgettable performances, including six world premieres and two U.S. premieres across opera, theater, music, and dance.
Albany Symphony To Welcome 10 New Orchestra Musicians, Including New Concertmaster Christina Bouey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024
The Albany Symphony recently held auditions and appointed ten new talented musicians including Christina Bouey (concertmaster), and more. Learn more about the new members!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024
The Albany Symphony recently held auditions and appointed ten new talented musicians including Christina Bouey (concertmaster), and more. Learn more about the new members!
Dallas Bach Society To Release Premiere Recording Of Handel's Original Messiah In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024
The Dallas Bach Society, led by James Richman, will release a premiere recording of Handel's original 1741 version of MESSIAH on November 22, 2024, featuring a new edition by musicologist Malcolm Bruno.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024
The Dallas Bach Society, led by James Richman, will release a premiere recording of Handel's original 1741 version of MESSIAH on November 22, 2024, featuring a new edition by musicologist Malcolm Bruno.
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