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Washington DC
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Trump reveals GOP congressman's 'terminal' medical diagnosis at Kennedy Center meeting

Trump administration plans a two-year renovation of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, closing it after July 4 celebrations, claiming to rescue the neglected federally chartered institution from financial mismanagement.
Berlin music
fromMashable
4 days ago

Steven Spielberg praises ballet and opera at SXSW amid Timothee Chalamet backlash

Steven Spielberg emphasized the communal power of arts experiences, including movies, concerts, ballet, and opera, where audiences gather together and emerge united.
Music
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Art as a Biological Bedrock of Shared Humanity

Humans are biologically wired for shared artistic experiences, which serve as essential connective tissue for our nervous systems and cultural identity, transcending the perceived obsolescence of performing arts in the digital age.
Berlin music
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Timothee Chalamet's opera and ballet remark struck a nerve perhaps because it felt uncomfortably true | amNewYork

Timothée Chalamet's dismissive comment about opera and ballet lacking contemporary relevance sparked significant backlash from performing arts professionals who defend the cultural value and ongoing importance of these classical art forms.
#ballet-and-opera-defense
fromBustle
1 week ago
Berlin music

Doja Cat Called Out "Big Guy" Timothee Chalamet Over Opera Controversy

Doja Cat defended ballet and opera against Timothée Chalamet's claim that these art forms are dead, emphasizing their centuries-old history, dedicated performers, and respectful audiences.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Film

Doja Cat Calls Out Timothee Chalamet Over Ballet and Opera Comments

Doja Cat defends ballet and opera against Timothée Chalamet's claim that nobody cares about these art forms, emphasizing their cultural significance and the dedication of performers.
fromBustle
1 week ago
Berlin music

Doja Cat Called Out "Big Guy" Timothee Chalamet Over Opera Controversy

fromVulture
1 week ago

Opera Houses Invite Timothee Chalamet to See a Show

I don't want to be working in ballet, or opera, or things where it's like, 'Hey, keep this thing alive, even though like no one cares about this anymore.' All respect to all the ballet and opera people out there. I just lost 14 cents in viewership. I just took shots for no reason.
Miscellaneous
Berlin music
fromWWD
1 week ago

How to Get Tickets to the American Ballet Theatre and New York City Ballet

Three major U.S. ballet companies—NYCB, ABT, and San Francisco Ballet—offer spring 2026 seasons with online ticket purchasing through official websites and third-party resale platforms.
Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
1 week ago

Weekend things to do: Jazz in the Gardens, Hugh Jackman, Florida Grand Opera, Brantley Gilbert

South Florida offers diverse entertainment this weekend including ballet, opera, concerts, theater, and free festivals featuring major artists and productions.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

A sweeping, 140-foot multimedia installation is turning Lincoln Center into a portrait of NYC

Josh S. Rose's Lincoln Center Arrival Tableau is a 140-foot multimedia installation capturing performers, students, and audiences across Lincoln Center's westside campus, celebrating New York's performing arts community.
SF music
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

S.F. Opera new season: 'Simon Boccanegra,' 'Mary, Queen of Scots'

San Francisco Opera's 104th season runs September 2026 through June 2027, featuring classic operas including Verdi, Mozart, Puccini, and Wagner with renowned international singers and conductors.
#community-events
Arts
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Bay Area events calendar for Feb. 27 through March 5 weekly editions

A variety of San Jose-area events offer immersive civic history, live performances, hands-on workshops, and creative classes for diverse audiences.
#historic-theater
fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago

Weekend things to do: Cirque du Soleil's 'Luzia,' Hannibal Buress, WWE 'SmackDown,' Science of Chocolate

No matter your interest, there are choices aplenty this weekend: Miami City Ballet and Palm Beach Opera; the 20th annual African American Film Festival and 40th annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival; comedians Hannibal Buress and Zarna Garg; Monster Jam and WWE's "Smackdown"; Terence Blanchard and Oigovision Superjam; Styx and Boy George; tributes to Johnny Cash and the Bee Gees; Riverwalk Chili Cook-off and Science of Chocolate.
Film
#kennedy-center
fromQueerty
1 month ago
US politics

After a year of cancellations & plunging ticket sales, the Kennedy Center is shutting down - Queerty

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

The Kennedy Center will close for 2 years for renovations starting in July, Trump says, after backlash from performers

fromQueerty
1 month ago
US politics

After a year of cancellations & plunging ticket sales, the Kennedy Center is shutting down - Queerty

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

The Kennedy Center will close for 2 years for renovations starting in July, Trump says, after backlash from performers

Arts
fromwww.7x7.com
1 month ago

29 Fun Things to Do This Week (2.02.26)

A diverse slate of Bay Area events offers Super Bowl festivities, literary talks, art walks, performances, pop-ups, and free community activities this week.
fromKqed
1 month ago

San Francisco's CounterPulse In Turmoil After Layoffs, Labor Dispute | KQED

We have a 35-year history of serving this city, and an incredible legacy of audience and artists and community members who want to see it thrive, and a building that we own,
Arts
Arts
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Bay Area events calendar for Jan. 30 through Feb. 5 weekly editions

Bay Area events include a blockchain tax conference, glassblowing demonstrations, a wine festival, arts gala, theatre, and fundraisers in late January and early February.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopens in Oakland after $100M makeover, after 20 year absence

After a $100 million makeover, the center is back after being closed for nearly 20 years. Some big names already booked for this year, says CEO Terri Trotter. "Just coming up in the next few months, we have Mandy Patinkin, for our 'Princess Bride,' TV show and Broadway fans. Really excited for that. Kamala Harris. The Gypsy Kings," shares Trotter.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Saturday Links: Pizza Box' Trash Cans Launch in North Beach, Rest of SF Still Awaiting Actual Trash Cans

The reopening of Oakland's historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts has prompted demands from the IATSE Local 107 stagehands union that the venue honor its agreement to hire union workers, as has been the practice since it opened in 1915. The arts center, consisting of a series of smaller spaces that add up to create Oakland's second largest venue after the Coliseum, underwent a $100 million renovation and is expected to bring in $5 million per year in ticket sales.
San Francisco
East Bay real estate
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

An iconic performing arts venue is back open. Can Oakland keep it alive?

The Henry J. Kaiser Center reopened after a $100 million restoration, hosting diverse events and expected to spur Oakland's cultural revival and economic recovery.
Arts
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Oakland's HJK Center for the Arts Opening Weekend (The Opening Festival)

Oakland's historic "Cathedral of Culture" reopens January 23–24, 2026 with a community celebration featuring roller-skating, live performances, family activities, and a free festival.
Arts
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

YBCA is a contemporary arts center in San Francisco’s SOMA that centers artists and presents art, performance, film, civic engagement, and public programs.
California
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

A grand arts venue on Lake Merritt is reopening after decades of being shuttered

Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopened in January with new marquees after a yearslong renovation, offering diverse concerts, talks, and performances.
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Florida City Is Home to a Beautiful Opera House, a Fish Market Over a Century Old, and Soft White-sand Beaches

Sarasota offers more than 35 miles of white-sand coastline, abundant outdoor activities, and rich cultural institutions including world-class attractions and boutique hotels.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Petition urges SF Ballet to cancel Kennedy Center tour stop as company opens 2026 season

San Francisco Ballet faces political controversy and petitions over its Kennedy Center performance following the venue's renaming to include Trump's name.
from48 hills
2 months ago

Drama Masks: Does City Hall even care about the arts anymore? - 48 hills

Both of those ideas were torpedoed when I read this article about Daniel Lurie's's 31 hand-picked avatars meant to reshape San Francisco's charter (and we all know that his picks never result in any blunders). I looked at this 31-faced cavalcade of (mostly) capitalists and thought it only slightly less oligarch-ish than his onboarding team from last year. Sure, this one doesn't have Sam Altman, but this one's so nakedly appealing to business interests that it doesn't need Altman.
Arts
Marketing tech
fromdiacritical
2 months ago

An AI "Digital Twin" for the Performing Arts

Performing arts suffer from poor discovery due to static listings; personalized, dialog-driven AI experiences can reduce audience risk and increase meaningful engagement.
Film
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Connect & celebrate: Your guide to early 2026 Jewish events

South Florida offers a busy January–March calendar of Jewish cultural events including film festivals, concerts, comedy shows, fundraisers, and community performances.
#brutalism
#portland5
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK arts groups offer therapeutic support to performers as they refute myth of tortured artist

Performing artists increasingly receive therapeutic support to manage trauma, counter the romanticised 'tortured artist' myth, and preserve emotionally powerful performances.
Boston
fromwww.boston.com
2 months ago

Photos: Boston welcomes 2026 with First Night celebration

Boston's First Night drew crowds despite frigid temperatures, featuring dance, music, figure skating, ice sculptures, a parade, fireworks, and themed performances.
Music production
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm 91 and the oldest working female comedian. Here's what I learned from starting a new career late in life.

D'yan Forest remains an active performer into her 90s, holding the Guinness title as the oldest working female comedian while sustaining her skills and health.
US politics
fromJezebel
2 months ago

I Can't Believe No One Wants to Perform at the Kennedy Center Now That Trump Is Destroying It

The Trump-selected Kennedy Center board renamed the John F. Kennedy Center to include Donald Trump's name, prompting performers to withdraw in protest.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Female empowerment: Arab women rise to the mic DW 12/30/2025

Arab women comedians are gaining visibility and using performance for empowerment and social critique despite persistent gender imbalances at major Middle East festivals.
#architecture
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Angels and ammo: conflict seeps into everything in north-eastern Ukraine, even a nativity play

Conflict permeates Ukrainian public and private life, shaping art, morale, infrastructure, recruitment, and leaving little prospect of a near-term positive outcome.
San Francisco Giants
fromKqed
2 months ago

The San Francisco Giants Now Own the Curran Theatre | KQED

The San Francisco Giants purchased the historic Curran Theatre from Carole Shorenstein Hays and plan to preserve and expand its live-performance offerings.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

SF Giants buy one of Bay Area's premiere performing arts venues

"Acquiring the Curran expands our commitment to San Francisco and reinforces our core belief that sports, arts and culture are essential to San Francisco's identity, economy and resurgence," says Larry Baer, president and CEO of the Giants. "We intend to honor the Curran's storied past steeped in Broadway shows and musicals and continue to build and expand the offerings of live performances reflective of our city's culture, inclusive of music, comedy and family entertainment."
San Francisco Giants
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 months ago

Donna's Chronicles, "With so many joyful events..." - San Francisco Bay Times

Community celebrated the holiday season with multiple festive events, performances, and fundraisers that fostered connection and raised significant support for local organizations.
#maternity-care
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Elastic limbs, fantastical accents and crackling sexual chemistry: Dick Van Dyke turns 100

Dick Van Dyke, at 100, remains active, charming, and a living chronicle of US showbusiness, beloved despite past criticism.
San Francisco
fromsf.funcheap.com
3 months ago

4th Annual Winter Wonderland Craft and Makers Faire

A diverse lineup of free and low-cost Bay Area holiday events and community activities across San Francisco and the East Bay throughout the day.
#kennedy-center-honors
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Billy Elliot star mistaken for terrorist by police wins up to 600k after injury

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK politics
Arts
from48 hills
3 months ago

Drama Masks: A visceral crawl through our wild moment at 'weird inkling' - 48 hills

Vicarious experiences and visceral reactions in performing arts provide healthy emotional engagement, contrasting harmful parasocial blurring while benefiting mental health.
Wine
fromwww.7x7.com
3 months ago

29 Fun Things to Do This Week (12.08.25)

Bay Area offers diverse holiday events including themed dinners, wine and Champagne experiences, family markets, performances, and cultural festivals for winter celebrations.
Arts
fromwww.metrosiliconvalley.com
3 months ago

BEST OF SILICON VALLEY 2025 Arts & Entertainment

Silicon Valley's South Bay hosts a thriving cultural scene with award-winning venues, companies, festivals, and events across performing arts and entertainment.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 months ago

A $150M Gift for an Arts Complex at University of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky has received a $150 million gift -the largest in the institution's history-to create a new home for the arts on the Lexington campus. The donation comes from the Bill Gatton Foundation, established by the late Carol Martin "Bill" Gatton, a 1954 alumnus who bought a chain of car dealerships and then invested his earnings in banking and real estate.
Higher education
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

'Someone stole Christmas, and now it's back on,' Ontario ballet says after stolen Nutcracker set recovered | CBC News

One day after it was allegedly stolen, a moving truck storing "irreplaceable" sets and backdrops for an Ontario-wide tour of The Nutcracker has been recovered, according to the head of the ballet company. Someone stole Christmas, and now it's back on, Bengt Jorgen, artistic director and CEO for Jorgen Dance, told CBC Radio's Metro Morning Tuesday.
Toronto
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Peninsula Ballet Theatre needs to raise a nut for its 'Nutcracker' suite

The "Nutcracker" productions include: "Nutcracker Sweets," an abridged 60-minute version of the classic ballet for children ages 3-9 and families featuring dancers from Peninsula Ballet Theatre and students from the Peninsula School of the Arts; "Hip-Hop Nutcracker," a full-length production by Peninsula Hip-Hop Productions Artistic Director Stuck Sanders with additional choreography by Alée Martinez. This two-act dance scenario overlays Tchaikovsky's score with DJ industrial beats and remixes; A full-length professional production of "The Nutcracker" by Peninsula Ballet Theatre's Artistic Director Gregory Amato.
Fundraising
Arts
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Historic Bay Area amphitheater gets second lease on life

The Bruns Amphitheater will reopen in April 2026 as the Siesta Valley Bowl under a 15-year lease managed by the Siesta Valley Foundation.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 months ago

Campaign underway to put parcel tax raising money for Berkeley arts groups on 2026 ballot

Berkeley voters may be asked to consider a ballot measure next year that would increase property taxes to generate money for performing arts organizations, which have struggled to bounce back from the pandemic and fear they can no longer rely on federal funding. A new coalition of arts groups that includes Berkeley Repertory Theater, Berkeley Symphony Orchestra and the Freight & Salvage announced last week that it will start collecting signatures for a parcel tax of 7 cents per square foot.
Arts
Arts
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago

Actress Baranski wraps up speaker series at Walnut Creek's Lesher Center

Being present—putting away phones and delighting in the moment—is the greatest performance and essential daily practice for meaningful personal and artistic growth.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Royal Ballet and Opera moves to demand-led pricing

The RBO said its new pricing model, which was introduced in September, would enable the venue to "maximise ticket revenue and support a financially sustainable future". "Widely adopted across theatres and cultural venues, this model allows us to respond to demand in real time while maintaining full control over pricing boundaries, including clear upper and lower limits," a spokesperson said.
Arts
fromDodgers Nation
4 months ago

Things to Do in Los Angeles for Dodgers Fans: Weekend of November 14-16

Now that the Los Angeles Dodgers' season has wrapped, it's the perfect time to explore everything Los Angeles has to offer this weekend. Whether you want to cheer on other LA teams or immerse yourself in the city's vibrant performing arts scene, there's something for everyone. Dodgers Nation has you covered with all the exciting events and activities happening around LA this weekend.
Los Angeles
Arts
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago

The shows must go on: New group, new name for former Cal Shakes theater

Siesta Valley Foundation secured a 15-year lease to operate the six-acre Bruns Amphitheater, reopening as Siesta Valley Bowl in spring 2026.
San Francisco
fromThe Bold Italic
1 year ago

How Lunar New Year at SF Symphony set the tone for 2025

Lunar New Year traditions, community revival, fashion, and live performances converge in a festive San Francisco celebration at the SF Symphony.
World news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Commonwealth Fair celebrates centenary in Kensington & Chelsea

Community and Commonwealth cultures united in a centenary fair featuring foods, fashion, performances, and charitable support for girls' education in Sierra Leone.
Music
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Field Notes: Trans Youth Talk Series, Seasoning the Streets, and Elks Return to the Tule River Tribe

Local Bay Area arts and community projects celebrate live performance, trans youth support, Black creativity, and fundraising-driven community care.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Bay Area events calendar for Nov. 7-13 weekly editions

Navigating Your Career: If you're interested in learn how to navigate your career as a clinician educator, then join this workshop designed for early-career clinician educators like yourself. Join panelists such as Dr. Alfredo Urdaneta, Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine; Dr. Meera Sankar, Clinical Professor of Pediatrics; and Dr. Robert Boutin, Clinical Professor of Radiology, to help you decide on your career path. 8 a.m., virtual event. stanford.io/4novKwq Hospice 101: Join this webinar to clear up misinformation and misconceptions about hospice and its role in providing end-of-life care for loved ones. The webinar will debunk myths about hospice and what it takes to cover the costs of hospice care. 12 p.m., virtual event. stanford.io/3L5817e
Mindfulness
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Refurbishing Theater Spaces: Adapting Cultural Landmarks for Modern Audiences

Theaters serve as cultural and social institutions, shaping society by providing spaces where stories of identity, race, and justice are brought to life. These venues foster community through shared, live experiences, sparking conversations that resonate beyond the stage. Architecturally, theaters are more than performance spaces-they are landmarks that embody both the history and future of the arts. Their design often reflects the cultural importance of storytelling, while their refurbishments ensure they remain relevant in a modern context.
Renovation
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

My 34-year-old daughter will always live at home. Still, I'm proud of how far she has come.

My 34-year-old daughter, Samantha, has already chosen the song she'll perform at her twin brother, Matt's, wedding in May next year. She's refining her version of Bette Midler's "Wind Beneath My Wings." Not that it needs refining: it was the highlight of her solo concert, "Daring to Dream," last month. The event was a sell-out, and there was rapturous applause. The crowd's appreciation of Samantha made me prouder than ever.
Mental health
Relationships
fromPeople.com
5 months ago

Newlywed Ballet Stars Open Up About Their Romance and Moment They Started Falling in Love While Dancing (Exclusive)

Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia prioritize recovery, discipline, and partnership as married principal dancers, balancing rigorous performance schedules with home routines and mutual understanding.
Music
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago

In brief: Diablo Women's Chorale to perform this fall in Lafayette

Diablo Women's Chorale will present Over the River and Into the Woods celebrating nature, devotion and true love in Lafayette Nov. 21 and 23.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Free museum days program for Boston students expands to include performing arts

Boston students in Pre-K through 12 and up to two guests can receive free performing-arts tickets through Boston Family Days from October 2025 to January 2026.
fromeverout.com
5 months ago

Ticket Alert: MGK, Jade, and More Portland Events Going On Sale This Week

Tickets go on sale at 10 am unless otherwise noted. MUSIC Dirty Dancing in Concert Keller Auditorium (Jan 20, 2026) Dogs in a Pile Wonder Ballroom (Jan 24, 2026) GoldFord: Space of the Heart Tour Revolution Hall (Apr 5, 2026) Health x Carpenter Brut Roseland Theater (Apr 3, 2026) JADE - That's Showbiz Baby! The Tour Crystal Ballroom (Feb 5, 2026) New Year's Eve with Eagles of Death Metal Crystal Ballroom (Wed Dec 31)
Music
Music
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 months ago

This fall at Cal Performances showcases a world of artistry

Cal Performances at UC Berkeley presents a season of international music, dance, and theater centered on Illuminations: Exile & Sanctuary, with talks and student discounts.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Lincoln Center's Collider Fellows explore how tech could transform the performing arts | TechCrunch

Lincoln Center's Collider Fellowship supports multi-disciplinary artists integrating technologies like AI, VR, and immersive sound to expand live performance and inclusion.
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