Performing Arts News
This category features news about dance, theater, music and other live audience performances (magic shows, puppetry, circus, comedy, etc.), festivals, venues, artists, staging and ticketing. The spotlight is on news of interest to theater goers, producers and performing arts amateurs and professionals.
Professional Dance Network (PDN) Announces "Treasures of the World," a Celebration of Global Culture
A cultural festival is scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The event will celebrate dance, music, food, and arts representing various global cultures. Admission to the festival grounds is free. A Cultural Dance Performance, a central feature of the day, will begin at 3:00 PM at the James Armstrong Theatre. - January 12, 2026 - Professional Dance Network
Martin Bv Enters the "Cool" Era
Martin Bv's listeners on Spotify has more than doubled over the past month as his anticipated upcoming album nears release later this year. "For Victory" The first single of his upcoming album "Cool" hit streaming services the January 1, 2026 and is already one of his most... - January 06, 2026 - Martin Bv
Louisa Gillis at North Coast Repertory Theatre
A haunting incident from forty years ago ignites this explosive world premiere about the devasting ripple effects of revenge at North Coast Repertory Theatre. Joanna McClelland Glass’s searing new drama weaves a sophisticated psychological thriller about family bonds, betrayal, and the... - December 25, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Female Director Steps Outside of Male Dominated Hollywood to Create a Comedy Film, and her own production company REL Films
Mags and Julie Go On A Road Trip, a family-friendly comedy film, was written by actress, producer, director Ryann Liebl, founder of REL Films, outside of Hollywood’s male-dominated industry. It is now available to stream on all platforms and is free on Amazon Prime. - December 22, 2025 - REL Films
Northeastern Ballet Theatre Announces Open Auditions for Its Production of Cinderella
Open Tryouts January 17-18 | Family-Friendly Performances May 2-3 at Kingswood Regional Arts Center Northeastern Ballet Theatre (NBT) is excited to announce open auditions for its spring production of Cinderella—a timeless tale of magic, transformation, and good triumphing over evil. Dancers... - December 22, 2025 - Northeastern Ballet Theatre
Tuesday Night Comics at North Coast Rep
Tuesday Night Comics returns to North Coast Rep. Mark Christopher Lawrence taps into his extensive list of talented comedian friends and shares the North Coast Rep stage with them. The show is comprised of talent from all over the country with late-night television credits as well as credits from... - December 16, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Dorene Lewis Recognized as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dorene Lewis of Indianapolis, Indiana has been recognized as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of ministry. About Dorene Lewis Dorene... - December 09, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Cyber-Psycho Chronicles Surpasses 100 + Awards and Enters 6 Oscar-Qualifying Festivals
The breakout sci-fi thriller Cyber-Psycho Chronicles continues its extraordinary rise, officially surpassing 100 + film festival awards across just 18 festivals—a milestone rarely achieved in the indie film world. Building on this momentum, the series has now been submitted to six Academy... - December 05, 2025 - GemStar Studios LLC
Conch Shell Productions Presents Arthur W. French III’s "Dinner With Roxie" at the CSP New Works Fest 2025
Unflinching, intimate, unforgettable—Arthur W. French III’s newest play confronts the heart with tenderness and truth. - December 01, 2025 - Conch Shell Productions
18+ Show Returns in 2025: Spoken Word Meets Creativity and “Something Else”
The much-anticipated 18+ Show makes its grand return this December with a bigger, bolder, and more immersive edition. 18+ Show 2.0 is under the theme “Spoken Word Meets Creativity and Something Else.” Organized by Viewplus, an African-focused entertainment brand under MC Multimedia,... - November 27, 2025 - MC MULTIMEDIA
Dr. A. Keith Carreiro, Ed.D. Named a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
A. Keith Carreiro, Ed.D. of Swansea, Massachusetts has been named a Professional of the Year for 2026 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his achievements in literature. As an esteemed member of the organization, this is the second consecutive year he has received this honor, having... - November 25, 2025 - Strathmore Worldwide
Image Quilt, a Film Production Company, Will Premiere "Sketches from the Edge of Flamenco," Cinematic Dance Theater from Filmmaker/Choreographer Omonike Akinyem, in Nyc.
"Sketches from the Edge of Flamenco" opens December 9 and runs monthly through March 24 at 16 Cowries Space at Rodney’s, a fluid venue dedicated to dance and theater. This multidisciplinary play explores how flamenco erupts in the lives of diverse characters caught between turmoil, love, and decay. The work blends film, live performance, dance, and projection to reveal how flamenco becomes a mirror, a refuge, and a provocation. - November 25, 2025 - Image Quilt Productions, Inc.
Leap Expands Marketing & Analytics Solution with New Key Leaders to Drive Growth
Leap Event Technology just launched a fully built-out Marketing & Analytics powerhouse designed to help clients sell more tickets, reach more fans, and better understand their audiences. Led by top strategists, innovators, and creatives from brands like the NBA, Nike, and Live Nation, this new offering turns data into real outcomes, not more dashboards, giving clients a transparent, end-to-end growth engine across every channel. - November 20, 2025 - Leap Event Technology
The Adventures of Robin Hood at Theatre School @ North Coast Rep
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents a show with bubbling energy and comedic buffoonery in this British Pantomime version of The Adventures of Robin Hood as its next student production. Featured in the cast are (Stewart Armstrong, Poway; Conor Buffini, Carlsbad; Simone Cho, Carmel Valley;... - November 18, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
How to Write a Holiday at North Coast Rep Reading Series
Is there any room for a good old fashioned story anymore? Join the Christopherson's as they face - horror of horrors - a Holiday weekend without wifi, without phones, even without electricity! Is conversation enough to bridge connection? Will imagination spark reconciliation? Is the perfect Family... - November 18, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Impro's Dickens UnScripted at North Coast Repertory Theatre
A holiday comedy inspired by the works of Charles Dickens. This is a Winter Holiday show built on vivid narration and rich characters inspired by the books of Charles Dickens, all of it improvised. Paul Rogan directs Amy Kidd, Gale Brennan, Leanna Dindal, Mike Rock, Paul Rogan, and Ryan Smith. - November 18, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Ms. Scroogeworth Makes Global History as First Black Female–Led Reimagining of "A Christmas Carol"
Created by Memphis writer and director Tymika Chambliss-Williams, "Ms. Scroogeworth: A Christmas Musical" returns for its 2025 mainstage season, marking global history as the first Black female–led reimagining of "A Christmas Carol." - November 16, 2025 - Vibranium Media Group
Charlie by Matthew Zink Launches Its Most Seductive Holiday Season Yet
Charlie by Matthew Zink announces its holiday season offerings with a focus on bold design, sensual craftsmanship, and the brand’s most coveted collections. Just in time for the holidays, Charlie highlights its signature Classic Swimwear and Underwear, the new 2025 Cashmere Collection, and the highly anticipated Leather Collection—showcasing the label’s continued commitment to luxury, confidence, and modern elegance. - November 14, 2025 - Charlie By MZ
Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra Renews Contract with Maestro Dane Lam as Music and Artistic Director
The Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra (HSO) is proud to announce the renewal of Music and Artistic Director Dane Lam’s contract, reaffirming the Orchestra’s commitment to artistic excellence and dynamic leadership under his baton and anchoring a lasting, wide-reaching partnership through June 2031. Since assuming the role in July 2023, Lam has brought fresh energy, international perspective, and visionary programming to Hawaiʻi’s only professional symphony. - November 14, 2025 - Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra
The Return of Mark Robertson for "Turn It Around" by "Christmas The Band"
Independent music label, Rudolf Music, is releasing a new single and video of “Turn It Around” by "Christmas The Band." This song encompasses in a Rock, Progressive Rock musical style the possibility of turning around a situation. - November 10, 2025 - Rudolf Music
DeLisa C. Branch-Nealy Honored as a Woman of the Month for October 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
DeLisa C. Branch-Nealy of Albany, California has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for October 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of health and... - October 29, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
2025 Heida Hermanns International Music Competition Launch Event Held at Prestigious Connecticut Law Firm in Partnership with MoCACT
On October 23, 2025, Conlon Amendola and MoCA/CT hosted a vibrant event in Southport, CT, celebrating the 49th Heida Hermanns International Music Competition. Attorneys, art collectors, and VIPs enjoyed gourmet catering while supporting the prestigious piano competition for ages 18-30. Sponsors emphasized funding needs for young musicians, especially inner-city youth, highlighting the event’s role in fostering creativity and cultural growth through community support. - October 26, 2025 - Conlon Amendola, PLLC.
2 Pianos 4 Hands at North Coast Repertory Theatre
By popular demand, North Coast Repertory Theatre is bringing back 2 Pianos 4 Hands for the holiday season. Richard Todd Adams and Max Roll take us on a musical comedic journey about their would-be careers as concert pianists. Tom Frey directs Richard Todd Adams* and Max Roll.* The design team... - October 24, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
New E.B. Hughes Film "State of Confusion" Starring Peter Greene, Begins Production in Late 2026
New Jersey based film production company, EBFilms, LLC, has announced plans to shoot E.B. Hughes' 6th feature film in late 2026, tentatively titled "State of Confusion," starring veteran actor Peter Greene (Pulp Fiction, The Mask, City of Lies). - October 23, 2025 - EBFilms, LLC
Mickey Rourke Up to His Old Tricks Says Acting Dynamo Gary Stretch
Oscar nominated actor Mickey Rourke is still a challenge to work with on a movie set. 17 years after his Golden Globe winning performance in The Wrestler, the actor is still doing things his way. Speaking to CYInterview, Mickey Rourke's costar in the upcoming film, Devil's Play, Gary Stretch, who... - October 21, 2025 - CYInterview
Now Open, Hawaii Fluid Art Pasadena
Creative Wellness Meets Community Fun at New Studio Led by Local Siblings Dana and Sandy Hursey Hawaii Fluid Art, a fast-growing national art experience brand, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest studio located in the heart of Pasadena at The Paseo - 300 E Colorado Blvd, Suite 170, Pasadena, CA 91101. This exciting new location is owned and operated by brother-and-sister duo Dana and Sandy Hursey, bringing creativity, joy, and connection to SoCal. - October 17, 2025 - Hawaii Fluid Art
Teatro Alla Scala Association of America to Host New York Benefit Nov. 1
For the Young - By the Young. The second annual New York fundraising benefit and "masterclass." - October 13, 2025 - Teatro alla Scala Association of America
“Return of the Goofi Juice” Blasts Off with Over 120 2-for-1 Tickets Sold — Yoshi Crew Delivers a Cosmic Night to Remember
“Return of the Goofi Juice” lit up Atlantucky Brewery with over 120 advance 2-for-1 tickets sold. Y0$#! (Yoshi) The Cat In The Hat and the Yoshi Crew delivered a cosmic fusion of music, gaming, and fashion featuring Y0$#! (Yoshi), Follow Me Atl, Yun Simba, Galore Galactic, Big C, A.I. Famous, Furg, DJ Bishop Don, and DJ Goldn, Bluzi. The night pulsed with vibrant energy, celebrating creativity, culture, and community. - October 13, 2025 - Yoshi Crew ent
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents a show with chilling story telling in this adaptation of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by John Heimbuch in collaboration with Jon Ferguson as its next student production. In the quaint village of Sleepy Hollow, stories of wonder... - October 12, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
This Verse Business at North Coast Rep Variety Nights
In the play by A. M. Dolan, Clapp portrays Frost, a native Californian, as the famed poet "bards around" the country, speaking to thousands at the height of his enduring popularity. The production blends Frost’s poetry, speeches, and conversations to offer a multidimensional... - October 06, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Jeff Storer Awarded Omicron Delta Kappa Pillar of Leadership in Creative and Performing Arts
Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, announces Jeff Storer (Rollins College) as the 2025 Pillar of Leadership in Creative and Performing Arts recipient. As co-founder and Artistic Director of Manbites Dog Theater, Storer has directed 150+ productions, championed bold and socially relevant works, and inspired generations through his visionary leadership in the performing arts. - October 02, 2025 - Omicron Delta Kappa
World Premiere of Yalil Guerra’s String Quartet No. 4 “Noches de España” in Los Angeles
Los Angeles will host the world premiere of Yalil Guerra’s String Quartet No. 4 “Noches de España” on October 12, 2025, performed by the Hispano String Quartet. The concert, part of Hispanic Heritage Month, also features premieres by Giovanni Piacentini, Alejandro Román, and Tomás Peire Serrate. Guerra’s new work blends Spanish musical traditions with contemporary chamber writing, highlighting the cultural ties of the Hispanic world. - October 01, 2025 - RYCY Productions Inc.
Generic Theater Presents Clyde's: A Comedy About Food, Forgiveness, and Second Chances
Generic Theater announces its production of Clyde's, the acclaimed comedy by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, running weekends September 26 through October 12, 2025. This powerful yet humorous play explores themes of redemption and resilience in the unlikely setting of a truck stop sandwich shop. - September 28, 2025 - Generic Theater
Hot Peas 'N Butter Brings Family Fun and Bilingual Beats to Tribeca PAC
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center is thrilled to welcome Hot Peas 'N Butter, the award-winning multicultural family music band, to its stage for a joyful, high-energy performance on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 1:00PM. - September 27, 2025 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Cirque‑Tacular Brings Halloween Magic to Tribeca PAC with Spooktacular 2025
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center is excited to host Cirque‑Tacular & DCA Productions’ “Spooktacular” on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 3 PM. - September 27, 2025 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Groovin' & Laughin' - Where Music Meets Comedy
Groovin’ & Laughin’ Brings Stix Bones & The BONE Squad with Comedian Chris Roach to Chelsea Table & Stage. Presented by G&G Talent and Fashion Icon Nolé Marin | Hosted by Miss New York USA 2025, Christiana DiNardo. - September 26, 2025 - G&G Talent
Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground at North Coast Repertory Theatre
North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground starring Tony Award winner John Rubinstein. Peter Ellenstein** directs John Rubinstein*. The Design Team includes Marty Burnett (Scenic Design) and Matthew Novotny (Lighting). Joe Huppert* is the Stage Manager in charge of... - September 25, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
The Nevermore Haunt to Debut Reimagined Scenes and New Special Effects for 2025 Season
Get ready to scream this Halloween as The Nevermore Haunt, Maryland's most unique and terrifying haunted attraction, announces its return for the 2025 season. Prepare to be transported into a world of macabre visions as you navigate through The Nevermore Haunt's professionally crafted sets. With all new scares, terrifying twists, and spine-tingling surprises around every corner, this year's haunt is not for the faint of heart. - September 17, 2025 - The Nevermore Haunt
OMG! at North Coast Rep Variety Nights
North Coast Repertory Theatre presents OMG! starring Robert Dubac. OMG! will run October 6, 2025 at 7:30pm. North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Tickets are $49 with discounts for students, military, and educators. Call 858-481-1055, or... - September 13, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Dorene Lewis Honored as a VIP for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dorene Lewis of Indianapolis, Indiana has been recognized as a VIP for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of ministry. Lewis will be included in... - September 12, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Al-Karkari Institute Showcases Karkariya Mawlid: Thousands Unite in Dance, Devotion, and Culture
Al-Karkari Institute highlights the 2025 Mawlid celebration of the Karkariya Sufi order in Morocco, where thousands from 30+ countries gathered in devotion and harmony. Coming months after the Institute’s peace-focused conference at Sorbonne University on “AI and Peace,” the event showcased the muraqqa patchwork cloak as a living symbol of unity, reflecting Sufism’s power to inspire love, peace, and cross-cultural understanding. - September 07, 2025 - Al-Karkari Institute
Warm Audio Expands Access to True Studio Sound with New “Junior” and “Junior Studio Essentials” Series of Microphones
The legendary tones of the Warm Audio WA-47 and WA-87 R2 studio microphones are now available in two new formats: the feature-rich Jr Series and the streamlined Jr Studio Essential Series—both built around the same professional capsules as their flagship studio counterparts, at prices that bring iconic studio sound to a wider creative audience - September 04, 2025 - Warm Audio
Writers in Performance Returns to Tribeca PAC with a Celebration of Voice and Storytelling
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center is delighted to present Writers in Performance, an acclaimed 11-week workshop-turned-stage series culminating in powerful live performances by emerging and established writers. Auditions begin in September 2025, with the final showcase scheduled for December 2025. - August 30, 2025 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Beside Myself at North Coast Repertory Theatre
North Coast Repertory Theatre kicks off Season 44 with the world premiere of Beside Myself. From Paul Slade Smith, the playwright behind The Angel Next Door, The Outsider, and Unnecessary Farce, comes a comedic exploration into the complexities of the human psyche. Beside Myself is directed by... - August 29, 2025 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Grease Performs at Historic Sunset Theatre in Asheboro, NC
RhinoLeap Productions announces its final production of its 10th Anniversary Season will be the musical Grease. Grease, in co-production with Temple Theatre, will open on September 27 at the historic Sunset Theatre in Asheboro, NC. The production will close on October 12. - August 26, 2025 - RhinoLeap Productions
KLATR Launches Global Online Talent Competition, Invites Artists to Step Into the Spotlight
KLATR launches Season 1, a global online talent competition for singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, and creators. No entry fees, clear rules, transparent voting. Apply at KLATR.com by Oct. 18, 2025 (11:59 PM CT). Selected acts appear in episodes; audience votes until one champion remains. Episodes begin Oct. 20, 2025. - August 22, 2025 - KLATR
Streetcar Productions and Art Against Humanity Present World Premiere of The Mutt at IATI Theater, September 10–21, 2025
Streetcar Productions and Art Against Humanity announce the world premiere of The Mutt, a raw and visually poetic theatrical adaptation of Book Ten: The Boys from Fyodor Dostoevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov. Adapted by Anoushka Nesterova, The Mutt fuses experimental stagecraft with timeless existential inquiry, offering a visceral and unflinching reflection of the spiritual crisis of the present moment. - August 22, 2025 - Streetcar Productions
Voice Arts Awards Winner Charles Reese Releases Transformative Spoken Word Album "Speak! A Spoken Word Odyssey. Volume One," Now Available on All Streaming Platforms.
Drawing from his work with the legacy of James Baldwin, Reese weaves together powerful narratives that ignite hope, challenge societal norms, and inspire personal growth. - August 21, 2025 - The Charles Reese Experience
Gospel Musical Comedy Sanctified to Relaunch at Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton
On Saturday, September 13, 2025, The Plaza Arts Center will host the relaunch of Sanctified: A Gospel Musical Comedy, a stage production that blends humor, music, and cultural storytelling. The 6:30 p.m. performance marks the return of one of playwright Javon Johnson’s most acclaimed works,... - August 17, 2025 - Javon Johnson Productions
ENCORE!, ENCORE! BROADWAY, TV STAR CAROLE DEMAS Celebrating 85 Years of Life in a Special Encore Performance. Produced by A.D.R. STUDIOS, Inc.
FIREFLY, features songs and memories from her storied career. With Special Guests, Paula Janis (TV’s Magic Garden) and Ilene Kristen (Broadway’s Grease). - August 12, 2025 - ADR Studios, Inc.