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The lead cast and creative team have been announced for the first UK tour production of Burlesque the Musical, based on the hit movie. Learn more about the touring production here.
Natalie Douglas marked her annual Juneteenth celebration at Birdland with a soulful journey through the sounds and stories of the 1970s, backed by Brian Nash and a live band. Check out photos here!
West End LIVE returns to Trafalgar Square this weekend- Europe’s largest free musical theatre festival which takes place each year in the heart of London, presented by Westminster City Council and Official London Theatre. Over 50 top shows from the West End and beyond are set to perform. Watch video highlights here.
On June 16, Harry Styles delivered a one-night-only performance at the Southbank Centre, collaborating with the Jules Buckley Orchestra and House Gospel Choir for a special concert created exclusively for his curation of Meltdown 2026. Check out photos from the event.
Producer Adrian Grant has announced the full cast for I’M EVERY WOMAN – THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL. The show will open at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre for a limited season. The musical made its premiere earlier this year with performances at Hackney Empire, Belgrade Theatre, Coventry and the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne.
Recently, we had the chance to speak with Mark Ball, the Artistic Director of the Southbank Centre. We discussed how he first got started in the arts industry and what led him to the Centre, the history of the Meltdown music festival and what it has been like working with Harry Styles as the artist curator this year.
West End LIVE announced its full schedule and presenters for its free musical theatre festival in Trafalgar Square, with over 50 West End performances including HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL, JERSEY BOYS, and INTO THE WOODS.
The 5th Annual Imagination Unchained Concert will take place at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, honoring 250 years of Black creativity with live music, poetry, and visual art.
Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis' NOTHING BUT HITS announced additional performances at Voltaire at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, joined by Ruben Studdard and Shanice Wilson, following a sold-out initial run.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame–inductees Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are returning to The Venetian Resort Las Vegas with their “Nothing But Hits” residency this August.
Society of London Theatre's Kids Week returns this summer with over 50 West End and London shows, offering free tickets for children aged 17 and under accompanied by a full-price adult, plus behind-the-scenes activities.
Three-time GRAMMY-winner Bruce Hornsby and his six-piece band The Noisemakers are set to perform at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, CA, with material spanning his career alongside new music from his album Indigo Park.
Streetwise will present Voices of Strength, a benefit concert at The Suffolk in Riverhead, NY, featuring Raymond Castronovo and more, with proceeds benefiting The Retreat.
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!
Coppell Arts Center announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring eight shows including BEHIND THE LINES: A 9/11 STORY, URBAN SCUBA, VOICES OF ROCK, and ARRIVAL FROM SWEDEN: THE MUSIC OF ABBA.
Berklee College of Music honored a trio of Grammy winners at its 2026 commencement ceremony at Agganis Arena. Those presented with honorary doctorates were Jacob Collier, Jill Scott, and Vinnie Colaiuta.
The current production ,“Get Down Tonight: Classic Funk,” is a engaging array of familiar songs from the 60s and 70s that didn’t have any trouble getting people to clap along, and a few to eventually get up and groove.
Next Weekend Productions and the City of Lauderhill will present the 5th Annual IMAGINATION UNCHAINED Concert at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, featuring jazz, hip hop, poetry, and visual art honoring Black legacy.
Following a sold-out opening weekend at Dolby Live at Park MGM, superstar Mary J. Blige has added 10 additional performances of Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story The Las Vegas Residency.
Disney Theatrical Group announced the full company for the final extension of HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, with Bradley Gibson leading as the title character alongside newly announced cast members joining the production.
