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Yannick Nézet-Séguin Receives Honorary Fellowship from The Royal Conservatory of Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2024

Canadian Maestro Yannick Nézet-Séguin has received the highest designation conferred by The Royal Conservatory of Music – he was inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the organization.

Cleveland Play House Reimagines Iconic Horror Story, MARY SHELLEY'S FRANKENSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2023

Mary Shelley's shocking classic novel, Frankenstein, receives new life at Cleveland Play House. A haunting and highly theatrical adaptation of the classic horror story. Directed by Michael Barakiva, the production features Josh Bates, Madeline Calais, Ellen Grace Diehl, Gavin Michaels, and Kayodè Soyemi.

Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival Premieres HAMLET 50/50, August 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2023

The Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival has announced Hamlet 50/50, a new adaptation of Shakespeare's classic drama, performing August 17-27, 2023 in the beautiful Patricia George Decio Theatre at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, on the campus of the University of Notre Dame. 

Review: WEBSTER'S BITCH at Playhouse On Park
by Brooks Appelbaum - Jun 14, 2023

What did our critic think of WEBSTER'S BITCH at Playhouse On Park?

The Royal Conservatory Announces Its 15th Concert Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2023

Dr. Peter Simon, Michael and Sonja Koerner President & CEO of The Royal Conservatory of Music, Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts, and James Anagnoson, Dean of The Glenn Gould School, has revealed details of the diverse concerts that will make up the 15th concert season at The Royal Conservatory of Music.

Cast Announced For The World Premiere Of WEBSTER'S BITCH By Jacqueline Bircher, Produced By Playhouse On Park
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2023

WEBSTER'S BITCH by Jacqueline Bircher will run at Playhouse on Park May 31 - June 18, 2023. This production will be directed by Vanessa Morosco. WEBSTER'S BITCH is a part of Playhouse on Park's 14th Main Stage Season, the theme of which is Perseverance. This season highlights stories of fighters and survivors, to coincide with the Playhouse's journey of persevering through the pandemic. The Presenting Sponsor of Playhouse on Park's 2022-23 Season is The Richard P. Garmany Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. 

Chicago Symphony Orchestra to Perform in Koerner Hall in February
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 6, 2022

The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) will launch its new International Orchestra Series in the winter of 2023, presenting internationally renowned orchestras annually in the intimacy and perfect acoustics of Koerner Hall. This historic initiative will be a highlight of Toronto's concert calendar as it inspires and enriches the cultural landscape of our city.

The Royal Conservatory Of Music Announces Complete Concert Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022

Dr. Peter Simon, Michael and Sonja Koerner President & CEO of The Royal Conservatory of Music, Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts, and James Anagnoson, Dean of The Glenn Gould School, revealed today the details of the 14th concert season since the opening of Koerner Hall in 2009.

The Royal Conservatory of Music Announces Classical and Jazz Concerts
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 8, 2022

Dr. Peter Simon, Michael and Sonja Koerner President & CEO of The Royal Conservatory of Music, and  Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts, today revealed programming details of some of the  classical and jazz concerts for the 2022-23 season. The full season of more than 100 concerts, including  pop, world music, and new special series, will be released in June.  

Jan Lisiecki And Stewart Goodyear Headline MUSIC LIGHTS THE WAY At Koerner Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2022

The Royal Conservatory of Music will present Music Lights The Way, a grand celebration on April 27, 2022 at 8:30 PM at Koerner Hall featuring acclaimed pianists performing selections from the Celebration Series, Sixth Edition.  

The Royal Conservatory to Gift More Than 400,000 Books to Music Teachers in North America
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2022

The RCM is giving Celebration Series, Sixth Edition books to 20,000 of its devoted teachers in Canada and the United States ensuring they have the materials they need to continue their valued work.   

Colin Clarke Appointed As Artistic Director Of The Oscar Peterson Program At The Royal Conservatory Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2022

The Royal Conservatory has announced the appointment of Colin Clarke as Artistic Director of the Oscar Peterson Program – a new initiative that will provide comprehensive musical training, tuition free, for young people in underserved communities – at the Oscar Peterson School of Music.  

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards; Greenville's THE PRODUCERS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards; Greenville Theatre's THE PRODUCERS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards; Greenville Theatre's THE PRODUCERS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 13, 2021

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

RCM Participating In The Sir Elton John Global Exchange Programme
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2021

The Royal Conservatory's Glenn Gould School is among the 12 leading music education institutions in the world invited to participate in the new Sir Elton John Global Exchange Programme, launched today by the Royal Academy of Music and endorsed by Sir Elton John.

Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards; First Stats Announced!
by BWW - Dec 6, 2021

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld South Carolina Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

The Royal Conservatory Appoints Pianist Stewart Goodyear As Inaugural Artist In Residence
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2021

The Royal Conservatory of Music has appointed internationally acclaimed pianist, composer, and RCM alumnus, Stewart Goodyear to a three-year term as its inaugural Artist in Residence.  

The Royal Conservatory of Music Renames School in Honour of Alumnus Oscar Peterson
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2021

The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) has announced that the Royal Conservatory School – its community school – has been renamed the Oscar Peterson School of Music in honour of the legendary jazz pianist, and beloved alumnus and Honorary Fellow of The Royal Conservatory.

The Royal Conservatory Announces 2021/22 Concert Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2021

Dr. Peter Simon, Michael and Sonja Koerner President & CEO of The Royal Conservatory of Music, Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts, and James Anagnoson, Dean of The Glenn Gould School, today revealed details of the diverse concerts that will make up the 13th concert season at The Royal Conservatory of Music.