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fromwww.nytimes.com
8 hours ago

7 Key Works of Avant-Garde Theater

Avant-garde theater originated in 19th-century France, emphasizing social reform and innovative artistic expression to critique mainstream culture.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

The Guardian view on a much-needed boost for the arts: rebuilding England's cultural landscape

The V&A East Museum opens in Stratford, London, revitalizing the cultural landscape amid challenges faced by arts organizations across the UK.
#theatre
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Struggling theatres must programme their way out', says Young Vic director

Theatres must program compelling productions to overcome financial difficulties, according to Young Vic's artistic director, Nadia Fall.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Romeo and Juliet review overbearing directorial stamp is saved by dazzling cast

Sadie Sink makes her West End debut as Juliet in a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's play while concurrently starring in a prequel to Stranger Things.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Struggling theatres must programme their way out', says Young Vic director

Theatres must program compelling productions to overcome financial difficulties, according to Young Vic's artistic director, Nadia Fall.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Romeo and Juliet review overbearing directorial stamp is saved by dazzling cast

Sadie Sink makes her West End debut as Juliet in a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's play while concurrently starring in a prequel to Stranger Things.
#theater
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Writing

Proof review Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival

David Auburn's play Proof combines humor and sadness, showcasing a strong structure and character depth, making it a timeless piece for theater.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Film

The Fear of 13 review Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson lead sturdy, safe Broadway transfer

The Fear of 13 presents the true story of Nick Yarris, wrongfully imprisoned for decades, through a conventional yet earnest theatrical lens.
Writing
fromVulture
1 day ago

Does Proof Still Compute?

Broadway revival of Proof reflects Y2K nostalgia but struggles to deliver its emotional and intellectual impact.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

Broadway review: Ayo Edebiri shows her work in Proof ()

The revival of David Auburn's drama 'Proof' explores themes of mental illness and mathematical genius through the characters of Robert and Catherine.
Film
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

Broadway review: The Fear of 13 is just fine

The Fear of 13 is a dramatization of Nick Yarris's wrongful conviction and exoneration, featuring Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Proof review Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival

David Auburn's play Proof combines humor and sadness, showcasing a strong structure and character depth, making it a timeless piece for theater.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Fear of 13 review Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson lead sturdy, safe Broadway transfer

The Fear of 13 presents the true story of Nick Yarris, wrongfully imprisoned for decades, through a conventional yet earnest theatrical lens.
Film
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'

Christine Baranski will make her West End debut in Noel Coward's Hay Fever, fulfilling a long-held dream and returning to her theatre roots.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Collective Unconscious: Comedy at The Faight Collective

Collective Unconscious is a unique comedy showcase featuring top talent at The Faight Collective in San Francisco.
NYC music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Urinetown: The Musical

Moreau Catholic High School presents the musical Urinetown, highlighting a water shortage and a hero's revolution against a corrupt company.
fromBustle
2 days ago

Aya Cash Talks 'Giant' On Broadway & Her Theater Rituals

I was just terrified. I was like, 'I don't want to mess this up. It's done so well. Everyone loves it. And now I'm coming in, and I can be the thing that makes the wheels come off.'
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NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Sharp Claws at "Becky Shaw" and "Cats: The Jellicle Ball"

Gina Gionfriddo's 'Becky Shaw' is a provocative sex farce that explores complex family dynamics and the illusions of love through dark humor.
Television
fromVulture
2 days ago

Who Is Taskmaster's Oscar-Winning Future Contestant?

Kumail Nanjiani and Armando Iannucci, both Oscar nominees, are contestants on Taskmaster, which is expanding its pool of celebrity participants.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Grayson Perry Has Seen the Future review some of these insights into AI are just mindblowing

Artificial intelligence's impact on relationships and society is explored through personal stories and expert insights in Grayson Perry's documentary.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 days ago

look back on olympus perspective playground: a traveling series of room-sized dreamworlds

The Olympus Perspective Playground operates as a fully built system, where walls, lighting rigs, circulation paths, and signage are developed together with each installation, creating a continuous spatial script.
Berlin
Mission District
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Curator-Led Tour of The Prince of Homburg

An exhibition explores themes of freedom, repression, desire, and the queer body, offering an intimate experience with the artwork.
#david-cross
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process on stage.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process that relies on live performance.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process on stage.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process that relies on live performance.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Walking Shadow by Greg Doran review Shakespeare's healing power

The book combines Antony Sher's dying diaries and Greg Doran's quest to find Shakespeare's First Folio copies, reflecting on love and loss.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

CoHo: Clowning and a whole lot more * Oregon ArtsWatch

CoHo hasn't just survived, it has thrived and is ascending, and that is largely thanks to the foundation that Cuomo... laid with the young artists who have come up after him.
Portland
#shakespeare
London
fromTime Out London
13 hours ago

Shakespeare's hidden home has been found in London

Shakespeare's only London home has been precisely located on a street near the Globe, revealing more about his later life in the city.
London
fromTime Out London
13 hours ago

Shakespeare's hidden home has been found in London

Shakespeare's only London home has been precisely located on a street near the Globe, revealing more about his later life in the city.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 hours ago

11 Masks That Define World Culture

Ancient masks from various cultures symbolize permanence, collective identity, and artistic mastery, reflecting their cultural significance and craftsmanship.
Humor
fromVulture
2 days ago

The Fear of 13 Doesn't Get Far Outside of Adrien Brody's Head

Nick Yarris, exonerated after 22 years on death row, shares his extraordinary life stories with a prison volunteer, blurring lines between advocacy and listening.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

'Rent' is coming back to Broadway for one night only later this year

Rent will have a one-night concert on Broadway and a full Off Broadway revival this summer.
Television
fromEsquire
3 days ago

O-T Fagbenle Has No Bounds

O-T Fagbenle's unexpected journey from a nomadic childhood to a successful acting career showcases his range and ambition in the entertainment industry.
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

The Young Vic's new season includes the world premiere of the 'Thelma & Louise' musical, plus Ben Whishaw in 'Eurotrash'

The world premiere of a new musical adaptation of Ridley Scott's '90s feminist thriller Thelma & Louise is set to run at the Young Vic from September 3 to October 24, featuring a book by Callie Khouri and songs by Neko Case.
London music
fromTime Out London
16 hours ago

This free London art festival is massively expanding this summer - it'll take over a whole borough

Hackney Art Week will take place from June 4 to 14, featuring 60 artists and creatives across 50 venues in the borough, including Dalston and Clapton.
London
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Where NYC finds its voice: Inside Michael Minelli's Step to the Mike' | amNewYork

Step to the Mike transforms New York City sidewalks into live platforms for discovering raw musical talent.
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

For Now, ABS Makes Good Theater | Defector

Under the ABS challenge system, a team begins each game with two challenges. If a player gets an umpire's call overturned, their team retains the challenge. In effect, this means a team has unlimited challenges until they get two wrong.
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London food
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

The 10 best new London theatre openings in April 2026

April features notable revivals and new productions in London theatre, including classics and avant-garde performances.
London food
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

The 10 best new London theatre openings in April 2026

April features notable revivals and new productions in London theatre, including classics and avant-garde performances.
London music
fromTime Out London
19 hours ago

Richard E Grant will return to London's West End after 20 years with Noel Coward's classic comedy 'Hay Fever'

Richard E Grant stars in a revival of Noël Coward's Hay Fever alongside Christine Baranski, marking her West End debut.
Arts
from48 hills
2 days ago

Drama Masks: Of tyrannical kings and dancing kilts - 48 hills

The article critiques political figures and draws parallels between historical narratives and contemporary issues in performing arts.
London
fromianVisits
1 day ago

Mystery solved: Shakespeare's Blackfriars house located at last

The location of Shakespeare's only known London home has been identified through a newly discovered floor plan.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Broadway review: Death of a Salesman, to die for ()

Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf deliver a powerful revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, emphasizing the tragedy of an ordinary man's struggles.
Film
fromVulture
3 days ago

Of Course Hamlet Is Everywhere Right Now

New adaptations of Hamlet creatively reinterpret iconic elements, showcasing the play's versatility through various modern contexts and performances.
NYC music
fromVulture
5 days ago

C'est Absurde, In the Best Possible Way: Titanique

Broadway's current season celebrates queer culture through vibrant productions like Titanique and Rocky Horror Show, showcasing defiance and joy amidst challenges.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Precise location of William Shakespeare's London lodgings revealed for first time

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. Unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls.
London
fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Painting Has Entered Its Performance Era | Artnet News

Much of Instagram's video content is organized around transformation-the virtual magic of the before-and-after and clips that show cause and effect. A person makes pasta from scratch in 20 seconds via edits that compress time-intensive labor.
Arts
Berlin music
fromLondon Unattached
1 week ago

Copenhagen - Hampstead Theatre Review

Copenhagen reflects on the historical and ethical implications of nuclear fission and the atomic bomb through the lens of a 1941 meeting between two physicists.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Review | Titanique' hits Broadway, runs aground

Titanique struggles to maintain momentum despite a strong theater season, offering a parody of Titanic through Celine Dion's music but lacking depth and humor.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

We want people on the edge of their seats': Royal Opera boss Oliver Mears on the new season and the controversies of the last

Oliver Mears outlines the upcoming season at Covent Garden, featuring new productions and the challenges of financial commitments in opera.
#performance-art
Berlin music
fromAnOther
1 week ago

This Performance Artwork Wants Us to "Feel Things Differently"

Performance reveals and conceals aspects of ourselves, exploring control and longing through song and dance.
Arts
fromBerlin Art Link
1 month ago

An Interview with William Joys | Berlin Art Link

Theater exposes hidden power dynamics through the body's presence, with artist William Joys exploring these relations through 'The Actress' character who transgresses social hierarchies and blurs distinctions between subject and object.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Naked puppets! Having sex! Lusty, foul-mouthed musical Avenue Q is back

Avenue Q is revived to celebrate its 20th anniversary, addressing real-world issues with humor and puppetry for a new generation.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Twist in The Drama Is Not the Problem

The film features a controversial plot twist involving a character's past plan for a school shooting, sparking significant online speculation and backlash.
Arts
from48 hills
1 week ago

Drama Masks: Keeping the monsters of the world at bay - 48 hills

The Bay Area performing arts scene offers bright spots amidst current challenges, highlighting productions that promote inclusivity and cultural awareness.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Drama Is Too Cowardly to Commit to Its Provocative Premise

The film presents a dark romantic comedy featuring complex characters and a central premise that challenges audience expectations.
London music
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

'Paddington the Musical' was the big winner at the 2026 Oliviers, London's biggest theatre awards

Paddington the Musical won seven Olivier Awards, dominating the ceremony and confirming its status as the top theatre ticket in London.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Comedy night has line-up of autistic performers

I felt a sense of injustice that there were so many talented comics that, through no fault of their own, could not take part in standup comedy and I was determined to address that.
London music
Film
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

'The Drama' Is Worth the Secrecy

Kristoffer Borgli's film explores dark human impulses through a pre-wedding gathering that reveals unsettling secrets among friends.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

No need for hard stares as Paddington: The Musical triumphs at the Olivier awards

Paddington: The Musical won seven Olivier awards, including best new musical and best actor in a musical.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Critics Aren't Sure Whether to Marry The Drama

Zendaya's performance in the controversial film is widely praised, while critics are divided on the film's originality and execution.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 weeks ago

A Drama of Two Masters

A documentary dramatizes the rivalry between British landscape painters Turner and Constable while exploring survival strategies in the age of AI.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Curated chaos': Danny Boyle on the pop culture spectacular' he's bringing to London's Southbank Centre

Danny Boyle's 'You Are Here' celebrates 75 years of youth culture with a one-day immersive event featuring 1,000 performers at London's Southbank Centre.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Actor, director establish 'Trust' going into TheatreWorks production

Director Jeffrey Lo and actor William Thomas Hodgson collaborate effectively through intentional exploration, detailed character work, and a shared commitment to avoiding conventional theatrical choices.
UX design
fromMedium
3 months ago

From playwright to stage manager

AI-generated, probabilistic interfaces break traditional deterministic UI design; designers must adopt structured protocols (like A2UI) to ensure stability, continuity, and predictable user workflows.
fromMbtn
2 months ago

Take Your Seats

So another word about tickets. They did finally announce single-game tickets were going on sale, but only for games though June. It's not enough to keep season plans limited to those requiring fans to buy more tickets than they can use, feeding the secondary markets which the Mets also get a cut of, but "make-your-own-plan" fans like me who've reliably occupied seats for decades,
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London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guardian view on new musicals: sex, drugs and song n' dance | Editorial

Trainspotting the Musical adapts Irvine Welsh's novel, showcasing the evolution of stories from books to stage with contemporary themes.
Music
fromLondon Unattached
1 month ago

Opera Locos - Sadler's Wells Review

The Opera Locos makes classical opera accessible to general audiences by blending famous operatic arias with rock and pop hits using comedy, physical theatre, and steampunk aesthetics.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Shakespeare's Globe launches environmental playwright prize

Shakespeare's Globe launches a climate playwriting prize for 2026 to inspire societal shifts toward a restorative relationship with nature through storytelling and theatre.
Television
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The Traitors moves from TV to theatre with 'bold' West End show

Producers are adapting The Traitors into a new stage play, to be staged in London next year, preserving the format of faithfuls identifying hidden traitors.
fromLondon Unattached
2 months ago

I'm Sorry Prime Minister - Apollo Theatre - News

London's critics are not unanimous in their praise (but that's nothing unusual). The Financial Times suggests the play occasionally gravitates into "cultural grumbling" when it tackles modern issues such as cancel culture and university politics, and argues that the material feels more reflective than razor-sharp satire. notes that while the humour "simmers gently," its plotting is uneven and its engagement with contemporary politics sometimes feels cursory rather than incisive.
London music
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

You can see six incredible plays at the Barbican for free this month - and you'll be the only audience member

Theatre for One offers free five-minute Irish plays performed individually to single audience members in a booth at the Barbican Centre during its main theatre refurbishment.
fromLondon Unattached
1 month ago

Manic Street Creature at Kiln Theatre Review

Manic Street Creature is gig theatre in its purest form. Kirsty Patrick Ward (The Rat Trap) directs a story about a musician breaking onto the London scene, told as a musical set. Olivier Award-winner Maimuna Memon (Standing at the Sky's Edge) leads a tour-de-force about young love, creative ambition and mental health.
London music
Film
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Let me entertain you

Covid-19 pushed entertainment and brands to innovate, shifting releases and creating digital experiences to maintain connection and reach audiences.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A split second of sheer terror and we're off': Lucian Msamati on Waiting for Godot's electrifying first night

A performer and co-star Ben Whishaw share an intimate, adrenaline-fueled moment backstage as they prepare to enter the stage, feeling excitement rather than fear.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London's biggest theatre to be built and it's not in the West End

At Troubadour, we are driven by a belief in creating extraordinary spaces that inspire artists, audiences, and the stories they come together to share. The 3,000 seat venue is to be built in Greenwich Securing planning permission for the new Troubadour Greenwich Peninsula Theatre marks a major milestone for us, and an exciting new chapter in our commitment to bold, large-scale live performance.
Arts
Arts
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Immersive theatre town experience Phantom Peak is opening a new venue in London

Phantom Peak will close its Canada Water outpost in February 2026 and relocate to a larger Stratford venue opening summer 2026.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

The Donmar Warehouse has announced its 2026 season

The Donmar's programme is as eclectic as ever, with the opening play being (Apr 18-Jun 6). US actor-writer-director Fran Kranz's adaptation of his own hit indie film is about two sets of couples - the parents of the victim of a high school shooting, and the parents of the shooter - who attempt a painful reconciliation years after the event. Carrie Cracknell directs a top cast that includes Adeel Akhtar, Amari Bacchus, Monica Dolan, Paul Hilton, Lyndsey Marshal, Rochelle Rose and Susie Trayling.
Arts
Arts
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Go-ahead given for London's largest theatre

Troubadour will build a temporary 3,000-seat theatre (two 1,500-seat auditoriums) on Greenwich Peninsula, becoming London's largest theatre; construction begins in June.
Arts
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

The Best Theatre Shows On in London in 2026

London's 2026 theatre season features major West End transfers, star-led productions, celebrated venues, and diverse experimental and immersive performances.
Arts
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Adrian Lester returns to London's West End to star in 'Cyrano de Bergerac'

Adrian Lester returns to the West End in Simon Evans' traditional-period Cyrano de Bergerac at the Noël Coward Theatre, June 13–Sept 5.
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