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SEO Blurb: Alpha Omega Theatrical Dance Company will present TIED, a one-man play by Crystal Rae performed by Jason Carmichael. The Off-Off-Broadway production runs in New York City this spring.

The Ravinia Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will showcase a lineup of more than 90 artists. This season also marks the unveiling of the newly redesigned Hunter Pavilion. The festival, known for its diverse range of performances, continues to be a significant event in the cultural calendar, attracting music lovers from various genres. The updated venue is expected to enhance the audience experience, providing a modernized space for performances.

Florida Studio Theatre will produce the southeastern premiere of Birthday Candles, an exploration of what makes a meaningful life. Learn more about the show here!

Running from 7-30 August 2026, this year's Edinburgh International Festival will present 24 days of world-class performances selected for their artistic and cultural resonance across opera, theatre, music and dance.  

To coincide with the release of his new film, I LOVE BOOSTERS, filmmaker Boots Riley will take the movie to college campuses across the country ahead of its theatrical debut on May 22, 2026.

Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning 1960 novel “To Kill a Mockingbird,” about the fictional small town of Maycomb, Alabama, in the Depression-era South grappling with violence and racial inequality, along with issues of class, courage, and compassion, is a classic of modern American literature and one of the best-selling books of all time.

Tanglewood has announced three additions to its 2026 Popular Artist Series, with HUGH JACKMAN joining Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops, BRANDI CARLILE returning to the venue, and JOHN FOGERTY and STEVE WINWOOD teaming up for a co-headlining concert.

Alabama Shakes will perform at Tanglewood for the first time, joined by special guest Mavis Staples. This event marks a significant debut for the Grammy-winning band at the iconic venue.

Darren Knight, famed for his 'Southern Momma' persona, and comedian Red Squirrel will bring their unique Southern humor to the Avalon Theatre in Marysville.

Julie McNamara's solo show, A 'Confessional' of A Recovering Catholic: The Musical will be presented as part of the 2026 New York City Fringe Festival with FRIGID New York at UNDER St. Marks.

North Coast Repertory Theatre will present Beau Jest, James Sherman's delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat.

TIED, a critically acclaimed one-man play, will be performed from March 6-22. The show offers a deep dive into complex themes through a powerful solo performance.

The Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra will perform SIGNS OF LIFE at Second Church in Newton, showcasing a vibrant selection of musical pieces.

The classic musical Funny Girl tells the story of Fanny Brice, a talented but unconventional young woman who quickly rises from chorus girl to a true Broadway star through her own determination and comedic brilliance. Along the way, her soaring career contrasts with the complicated romance between her and Nick Arnstein, forcing Fanny to choose between love and the spotlight. 

Robert De Niro and Elvis Costello have joined the lineup for the 39th Annual Benefit Concert, taking place this Tuesday, March 3, at Carnegie Hall. De Niro will read excerpts from Abraham Lincoln’s Lyceum Address, the basis in part for Symphony No. 15 “Lincoln,” by composer Philip Glass.

KPop Demon Hunters, One Battle After Another, The Studio, and more were honored at the 37th Annual Producers Guild Awards this weekend. The event, held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Fairmont Century Plaza, recognized influential producers and entertainment icons in entertainment.

Lantern Theater Company has extended BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY through March 22, 2026 at St. Stephen’s Theater in Philadelphia. The Pearl Cleage drama is directed by Brett Ashley Robinson and explores life during the Harlem Renaissance.

Theatre Aspen will present Pen Pals: A New Play by Michael Griffo, playing at Paepcke Auditorium. The production will star three-time Tony Award nominee and two-time Emmy nominee Kate Burton and Outer Critics Circle nominee Patricia Kalember

 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, the Evanston theatre company that has been thrilling audiences with stories of the Black American and African diaspora experience since 1979, has announced its programming for the 2026 season. 

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati (ETC) will present the regional premiere comedy Fourteen Funerals by Eric Pfeffinger. With sharp dialogue and poignant moments, this production offers a comedic yet touching look at the ties that bind us—sometimes even after death.

Principal photography has wrapped on The Blind Boys of Alabama, a new documentary chronicling the eight-decade journey of the gospel group, directed by 24-time Emmy Award–winning filmmaker Nick Nanton. 

The life and legacy of Woodie King Jr. (1937–2026) will be honored at a special tribute at the Shubert Organization’s Barrymore Theatre.

Pioneer Theatre Company (PTC), the professional theatre company in residence at the University of Utah, will present the Utah professional premiere of KING JAMES in the Meldrum Theatre at Einar Nielsen Field House from March 20–April 4, 2026.

Dobama Theatre in Cleveland Heights will present a diverse lineup of new plays for its 2026/27 season, featuring regional and world premieres at the Donald A. Bianchi Theatre.

The Alabama Shakespeare Festival will present MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING featuring French Stewart, known for 'Third Rock from the Sun' and 'Mom', alongside ASF favorites. The production is set to captivate audiences with its classic wit and charm.