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Photos: Trinity Rep Honors Curt Columbus, Paul J. Choquette Jr. and Francis Parra at 27th Pell Awards Gala

by A.A. Cristi • Jun 12, 2026

Trinity Repertory Company celebrated its 27th Pell Awards Gala on June 9, honoring outgoing artistic director Curt Columbus, philanthropist Paul J. Choquette Jr., and Teatro ECAS artistic and executive director Francis Parra. The evening featured performances by Trinity Rep resident company members and a special presentation of the Key to the City to Columbus by Providence Mayor Brett Smiley. Check out photos from the event below.

FUNNY SIDE UP: Kurt Schoonraad to Return to Baxter Theatre with One-Man Show

by A.A. Cristi • Jun 9, 2026

South African comedian Kurt Schoonraad brings his one-man show back to Café Roux and the Baxter Theatre, where he first performed his debut show over two decades ago.

European Premiere of Haruki Murakami Adaptation and More Set For the Barbican

by Stephi Wild • Jun 9, 2026

The Barbican announced its autumn/winter Theatre & Dance programme, featuring the European premiere of Haruki Murakami's END OF THE WORLD AND HARD-BOILED WONDERLAND, the UK premiere of PAM TANOWITZ DANCE'S PASTORAL, and London premieres of TOM AT THE FARM and DANCE IS NOT FOR US.

CINDERELLA and NEWSIES Set for Summer Stock Austin 2026

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Jun 5, 2026

Impact Arts has revealed cast and creatives for 22nd Season of Summer Stock Austin. The 2026 lineup includes the ultimate in family friendly theatre with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella and Disney's Newsies: The Musical.

CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL and More Set for New Wolsey Theatre's Autumn 2026 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz • May 27, 2026

New Wolsey Theatre revealed its autumn season, headlined by a co-production of Calendar Girls The Musical, alongside gig-theatre, new drama adaptations, and the return of its Rock'n'Roll Panto with Cinderella.

SEA OF MEMORIES Set For 40th Anniversary Concert For Anne-Marie Mulgrew and Dancers Company

by Marissa Faith Curley • May 23, 2026

Anne-Marie Mulgrew and Dancers Company returns to The Performance Garage in Philadelphia for SEA OF MEMORIES, a two-performance 40th anniversary concert featuring reconstructed works, world premieres, and film.

ST NICHOLAS by Conor McPherson to Open at Black Button Eyes Productions

by A.A. Cristi • May 20, 2026

Black Button Eyes Productions will stage Conor McPherson's one-actor play ST NICHOLAS at City Lit Theater in Chicago, with Kevin Webb as a Dublin theatre critic entangled with vampires, directed by Ed Rutherford.

Ensemble Studio Theatre Reveals Inaugural Memorial Writers Fund Recipients & Legacy Gifts

by Stephi Wild • May 20, 2026

Ensemble Studio Theatre announced legacy gifts from the families of playwrights Arthur Giron and Bridgette A. Wimberly, including a Memorial Writers Fund honoring Wimberly, with Stephanie Berry and Cassandra Medley named as inaugural recipients.

CINDERELLA Cast Announced at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre

by A.A. Cristi • May 19, 2026

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre announced the cast for Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA, with two newcomers set to star as Cinderella and the Prince. The Indianapolis production offers $10 discounts for children ages 3-15.

Cast Set For Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA at Beef & Boards

by Chloe Rabinowitz • May 19, 2026

Two Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre newcomers will star in Cinderella, being presented at the venue this spring and summer. As Beef & Boards' 2026 Family Show, Cinderella tickets for children ages 3-15 receive a $10 discount.

DISNEY'S HERCULES Will Host Charity Toga Run Benefiting Make-A-Wish UK

by Stephi Wild • May 18, 2026

DISNEY'S HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane has partnered with RunThrough to host a 5km Toga Run benefiting Make-A-Wish UK, with a warm-up at the theatre and an exclusive finisher's medallion for participants.

HAUNTED, a Dance Opera by Paul Salerni & Dana Gioia Will Come to Sierra Madre Playhouse

by Stephi Wild • May 13, 2026

Sierra Madre Playhouse will present HAUNTED, a one-act dance opera with music by Paul Salerni and libretto by former California Poet Laureate Dana Gioia, featuring baritone Rod Gilfrey and three dancers.

THE MONSTERS Cast & Creative Team Unveiled at La Jolla Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi • May 7, 2026

La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.

Royal Ballet and Opera Unveil New Stage Curtains at Special Gala Performance

by A.A. Cristi • May 5, 2026

The Royal Ballet and Opera will unveil new stage curtains at a landmark Gala performance featuring dancers, operatic soloists, and a rediscovered Kenneth MacMillan pas de deux believed lost since 1984.

NJPAC Will Present Itzhak Perlman, Max Richter, ACME and Canadian Brass in Final Classical Concerts of 2026

by A.A. Cristi • May 5, 2026

NJPAC announced its final classical concerts of the 2026 season, featuring violinist Itzhak Perlman, composer Max Richter with ACME, and Canadian Brass at its Newark, NJ venues.

DEATH OF A SALESMAN Starring Anthony LaPaglia Returns for Melbourne & Brisbane Seasons

by A.A. Cristi • May 4, 2026

Emmy, Golden Globe, and Tony winner Anthony LaPaglia will reprise his role as Willy Loman in DEATH OF A SALESMAN, returning to Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre and making its Brisbane debut at QPAC.

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More Set For Beck Center 26-27 Season

by Stephi Wild • Apr 29, 2026

Beck Center for the Arts announced its 94th professional theater season, featuring a world premiere comedy by Cleveland playwright Eric Coble, regional premiere musicals, and a collaboration with Oberlin College & Conservatory Music Theater Program.

Robert Lindsay In Conversation and More Set For Riverside Studios' 50th Anniversary Celebrations

by Stephi Wild • Apr 27, 2026

Riverside Studios has announced details of more special events being staged to celebrate the West London venue's 50th anniversary. Learn more about the lineup here!

REVIEW: Disney’s THE LION KING Returns To Sydney To Delight A New Generation With Julie Taymor’s Award Winning Production

by Jade Kops • Apr 25, 2026

Almost 30 years since it’s Broadway premier in 1997, THE LION KING still brings gasps of awe as Julie Taymor’s musical theatre adaptation of Walt Disney Animation’s 1994 film returns to the Sydney stage. 

Third Eye Blind And Six One Five Collective Added To Riveredge Park Summer Season

by A.A. Cristi • Apr 20, 2026

RiverEdge Park in Aurora has added concerts by Third Eye Blind and Six One Five Collective to its 2026 summer season. The performances will take place in July and August as part of an expanded lineup following venue renovations.

DON'T TELL DAD ABOUT DIANA Will Come to Underbelly Soho

by Stephi Wild • Apr 20, 2026

Following a sell out run at Edinburgh Fringe and an Irish tour, Don’t Tell Dad About Diana will come to Underbelly Boulevard Soho for two nights only this May. Learn more here!

Photos: Adrien Brody, Tessa Thompson, and More the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE FEAR OF 13

by Bruce Glikas • Apr 16, 2026

Lindsey Ferrentino’s new play, The Fear of 13, is now open on Broadway. We're taking you on the red carpet the the opening night event, featuring the cast and creative team. Check out the photos here!

Danse Danse Will Perform HAMLET by Robert Lepage and Guillaume Côté in Montreal

by Stephi Wild • Apr 15, 2026

Ex Machina and Côté Danse's HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK returns to Montreal's Salle Ludger-Duvernay, Monument-National, with nine performers interpreting Shakespeare through dance, set design, and an original score.

Franklin Stage Company Celebrates 30 Years Of Admission-Free Theater In Historic Catskills Venue

by A.A. Cristi • Apr 10, 2026

Franklin Stage Company stages free, admission-free world premiere productions at Chapel Hall in Franklin, NY, drawing professional talent from around the world to the intimate 120-seat historic venue.

Cast Set for ANASTASIA at Oklahoma City University

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Apr 10, 2026

Oklahoma City University's Bass School of Music will present Anastasia at the Kirkpatrick mainstage, featuring a 31-member cast and original costumes. Tickets are on sale now.