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Monday, April 24, 2023

Endgame, Horrible Histories, More, in BBC Proms 2023 Lineup by Natan Zamansky

The schedule has been announced for the annual music festival, running July 14-September 9 at London's Royal Albert Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Metropolitan Opera Names Six Winners of 2023 Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition by Natan Zamansky

Selected from ten finalists, the winners are each awarded at $20,000 prize.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

John Williams, Anne-Sophie Mutter, and More: What’s Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Stay up to date with the best of dance, opera, concert music, and more in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:06AM
Monday, April 17, 2023

World Premieres by Justin Peck, Tiler Peck, More, in New York City Ballet's 2023-24 Season by Natan Zamansky

The company's 75th anniversary season will showcase highlights from the company's history, and an exploration of the future of the company's repertory.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Champion, Sir András Schiff, Dance Theatre of Harlem, and More: What’s Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Stay up to date with the best of dance, opera, concert music, and more in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:06AM
Friday, April 14, 2023

See Production Photos of Golijov's Fountain of Tears (Ainadamar) at Detroit Opera by Natan Zamansky

Featuring a libretto by David Henry Hwang, the work is expected to come to the Met in a future season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM
Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Champion at the Met Opera?; Get a 1st Look at the New Opera by Natan Zamansky

The opera by Grammy-winning composer Terence Blanchard opened April 10.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM
Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Tony Nominees Lileana Blain-Cruz and Robert O'Hara to Make Met Opera Debuts in 2023-24 Season by Natan Zamansky

The Metropolitan Opera's 2023-2024 season will also include new works directed by Tony winners Ivo van Hove and Mary Zimmerman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM
Monday, January 2, 2023

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Fedora at the Metropolitan Opera? by Natan Zamansky

The new production of Giordano's opera opened December 31.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47AM
Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Michelle Bradley to Replace Latonia Moore in Aida at The Met by Natan Zamansky

Moore has withdrawn from the production due to illness.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM
Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Reviews: What Did Critics Think Think of The Hours at The Metropolitan Opera, Starring Kelli O'Hara? by Natan Zamansky

The Kevin Puts opera, also starring Renée Fleming and Joyce DiDonato, opened its world premiere November 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM
Monday, November 21, 2022

Get a 1st Look at Kelli O'Hara, Renée Fleming, and Joyce DiDonato in The Hours by Natan Zamansky

The opera by Kevin Puts premieres at the Metropolitan Opera November 22

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM
Monday, November 14, 2022

Many U.K. Arts Organizations, Including National Theatre, to Lose Public Funding by Natan Zamansky

Arts Council England recently unveiled an investment plan which includes cuts for many London-based companies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM
Monday, October 24, 2022

The Must-Listen Podcasts for Opera and Classical Music Fans by Natan Zamansky

Whether you're a neophyte or a longtime fan, here are the radio shows and podcasts for you!

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:33PM
Monday, October 17, 2022

Masks Will No Longer Be Required at The Met, Carnegie Hall, and More by Natan Zamansky

New York Philharmonic is also among the companies that will adopt a mask-option policy beginning later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:43PM
Thursday, September 29, 2022

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Medea at The Metropolitan Opera? by Natan Zamansky

The NYC institution kicked off its 2022-23 season with Cherubini's opera September 27, starring Sondra Radvanovsky.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:33AM
Friday, September 9, 2022

Big 10 2022: The 10 Most Represented Colleges on Broadway in the 2021-2022 Season by Natan Zamansky

Find out which colleges and universities had the most alumni performing on Broadway during the 2021-22 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07AM
Monday, August 15, 2022

Where to Listen to Classical Music by Natan Zamansky

From local radio stations to websites, here's your international guide to hear the best orchestras playing the most iconic classical music.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM
Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Classic Arts Rush and Inexpensive Ticket Policies by Natan Zamansky

Many New York performing arts venues and organizations—including the Met Opera and Carnegie Hall—offer rush and inexpensive ticket policies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM
Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Off-Broadway Rush and Inexpensive Ticket Policies by Natan Zamansky

To make tickets more affordable, many Off-Broadway shows have implemented rush, lottery, and inexpensive ticket policies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM
Monday, March 14, 2022

Updates on Current and Upcoming National Tours by Natan Zamansky

A look at the touring musicals and plays that may soon be coming to a city near you.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM

Schedule of Upcoming London Shows by Natan Zamansky

What's announced and what's in previews in the West End.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Broadway Rush, Lottery, and Standing Room Only Policies by Natan Zamansky

Playbill’s complete round-up of the latest Broadway rush, lottery, standing-room-only (SRO), and student ticket policies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM
Tuesday, May 5, 2020

The Latest Statuses of Classic Arts Organizations During the Shutdown by Natan Zamansky

Up-to-date information on season cancellations, postponements, and alternative programming.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:08PM
Monday, April 13, 2020

Updates on Current and Upcoming National Tours by Natan Zamansky

A look at the touring musicals and plays that may soon be coming to a city near you, as well as those canceled by the coronavirus pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:56AM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic