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Colorado Artists Struggle to Make Ends Meet

Despite the economic value they bring, many local performers and creatives face financial instability and lack of support

National Symphony Orchestra Director Quits, Heads to L.A. to Lead The Wallis

Jean Davidson leaves the Kennedy Center amid political turmoil to take on new role in Beverly Hills

Fargo Theatre Celebrates 100 Years with Roaring '20s Party

Historic theater hosts anniversary events including a Roaring '20s soirée and documentary premiere.

Downtown Arts District 'Art after Dark' returns to Orlando

The annual event showcases the city's arts scene with interactive experiences, live music, and more.

Moroccan Artist Meriem Bennani to Be Highlighted at Visions du Réel

Bennani's hybrid documentary 'Bouchra' to screen at the Swiss film festival

ArtPhilly to launch major citywide art festival in May

The 'What Now: 2026' festival will feature over 100 art events, including 35 commissioned works, examining the nation's 250th birthday.

Dolby Theatre Hollywood to Run on Renewable Energy by 2027

The iconic venue that hosts the Academy Awards will transition to on-site solar and battery storage.

East West Players Announces Full Cast for Flower Drum Song Revival

David Henry Hwang's updated version of the classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical will open in April 2026 at the Aratani Theatre in Los Angeles.

ETSU Arts Students to Showcase Talents at Martin Center

Annual event highlights student performances, visual art, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Major performances, collaborations take center stage in Indianapolis

Indianapolis arts scene buzzing with 'Sleeping Beauty' ballet, Chris Botti concert, and more

Robert De Niro Recites Lincoln's Call for Civility at Carnegie Hall Benefit

The Oscar-winning actor delivered a powerful reading of Abraham Lincoln's 1838 "Lyceum Address" at a Tibet House US fundraiser.

Broadway & Beyond: Theater History from 1916-2016

Examining key moments in American theater over the past century reveals evolving themes of adaptation, artistic freedom, and rights challenges.

Robert De Niro Recites Lincoln's Civility Warning at Carnegie Hall Benefit

The Oscar-winning actor delivered a powerful reading of Abraham Lincoln's 1838 'Lyceum Address' at a Tibet House US fundraiser.

Celtic Woman Brings 'A New Era' of Irish Celebration to NJ

The world-renowned Irish music ensemble kicks off its 'New Era' tour at the State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick.

Pioneering Korean-American chef Corey Lee redefines fine dining

Lee was the first Korean-born chef to earn three Michelin stars, helping push Korean cuisine into the mainstream.

Batman Museum Celebrates Dark Knight's Legacy in Logansport

Dedicated Batman fan opens museum showcasing 60 years of the Caped Crusader's pop culture impact.

Gardner Museum Solves Mystery of 17th-Century Chairs

Conservators used AI and archival research to restore the original upholstery of the museum's iconic Dutch Room chairs.

Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Draws Crowds and Hosts 94 Events in First 90 Days

The newly restored theater has exceeded early goals, boosting the local economy and expanding arts programming.

Robert De Niro to Deliver Lincoln's Civility Warning at Carnegie Hall Benefit

The Oscar-winning actor will read excerpts from Abraham Lincoln's 'Lyceum Address' at a nonprofit event.

Watermill Center Names Charles Chemin as Artistic Director

Chemin, a longtime collaborator of late founder Robert Wilson, will lead the interdisciplinary arts space.

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