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fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Oh what a circus! The Greatest Showman hits the stage as a high-flying, hammer-juggling, banger-filled spectacular

The Greatest Showman is now a Disney stage musical, premiering in Bristol with new songs added to the original soundtrack.
#broadway
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
10 hours ago

Broadway review: Paris is purring in Cats: The Jellicle Ball ()

The revival of Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway reinvigorates the musical, transforming its inherent strangeness into a celebratory experience.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'Wicked' Star Slips a Secret Note to Audience Sitting By His Toddler at the Broadway Show

NYC music
fromTime Out New York
10 hours ago

Broadway review: Paris is purring in Cats: The Jellicle Ball ()

The revival of Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway reinvigorates the musical, transforming its inherent strangeness into a celebratory experience.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'Wicked' Star Slips a Secret Note to Audience Sitting By His Toddler at the Broadway Show

Arts
fromAnOther
1 day ago

Brilliant Things to Do This April

April features significant cultural exhibitions including Francesca Woodman, Senga Nengudi, and Isaac Julien.
#club-cumming
fromAol
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

fromAol
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

NYC LGBT
fromAol
2 days ago

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

Club Cumming is a unique, inclusive space for drag kings, fostering a family-like environment and visibility for the art form in Manhattan.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
2 days ago

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

Club Cumming is a unique, inclusive space for drag kings, fostering a family environment and visibility in Manhattan's nightlife.
Paris food
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How Disney Imagineers are using AI and robotics to reshape the company's theme parks

Disney Adventure World in Paris showcases advanced technology with its new attractions, including a robotic Olaf and a spectacular nighttime show.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days 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.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

Ad Tech's Off-Broadway Debut | AdExchanger

Companies at NewFronts emphasize performance and interactive ads, with Walmart and Vizio collaborating for enhanced user engagement.
Humor
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Comedy Club at the End of the Metaverse

Meta's Horizon Worlds faces shutdown, impacting community-driven VR experiences like the Soapstone Comedy Club.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

Secret Cinema is building a stunning new permanent London home

Secret Cinema will reveal the location of its shows starting in 2026 with a permanent venue in Greenwich Peninsula.
SF music
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Drama Masks: A dance of secrets-and the music of chance - 48 hills

Transparency in organizations like SF Ballet is crucial for maintaining trust and emotional investment from patrons.
Arts
from48 hills
1 week ago

Live Shots: Hoops, wands, fans flew fabulously at 'The Flow Show' - 48 hills

The Flow Show showcased diverse movement forms with props, blending scripted performances and improvisation to create a captivating experience.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How Yuval Sharon and Es Devlin are using cutting-edge tech to push opera forward-just when it needs it most

People all saw that there is something new is being attempted here that you've just got to see. I think that is its own reward. In an era where New York's storied Met Opera has faced layoffs, pay cuts, postponed productions, and a controversial financial agreement with Saudi Arabia, forward-thinking artistic direction becomes essential for survival.
Berlin music
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

This L.A. play wants you to feel the story viscerally - by keeping you blindfolded

Stripping audiences of their sight, the production toys with the fear of anticipation, using light touch and scent to deliver its narrative.
Arts
Writing
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

Daniel Radcliffe's New One-Man Broadway Show Turns the Audience Into His Costars-and It's Unlike Anything Else on Stage

Daniel Radcliffe stars in 'Every Brilliant Thing,' a participatory one-man play about finding positivity while coping with a parent's mental health crisis, performed globally in 66 countries across 44 languages.
Silicon Valley food
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The Tech Traveler's Guide to Las Vegas: Where to Stay, Eat, and Recharge

Las Vegas offers exceptional local coffee shops and cafes ideal for breakfast, quality espresso drinks, and remote work, with standout venues including PublicUs in the Arts District, Urth Caffe at the Wynn, and Siegel's Bagelmania near the convention center.
London music
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Jamie Allan's autobiographical magic show Amaze' extends run in New York for second time | amNewYork

Jamie Allan's Amaze is an autobiographical magic show that intertwines personal history with 1980s pop culture, celebrating dreams and emotional engagement.
Travel
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

Immerse yourself in Vegas: High-tech attractions take a trip to the next level

Las Vegas offers immersive experiences across entertainment, dining, and technology, with attractions like Area 15 and Interstellar Arc representing cutting-edge virtual reality destinations that transform traditional tourism.
Miami food
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
3 weeks ago

World of Wonder 2026: A Night of Immersive Experiences

Executive Retail Shops hosted its second annual World of Wonder event in Miami, featuring immersive global-themed environments, luxury brands, and interactive entertainment for over 320 guests.
fromKLAS
4 weeks ago

New Sphere game offers players the chance to win 'Only in Las Vegas' prizes

Only Las Vegas would look at the world's most iconic canvas and say, 'Let's raise the stakes.' Code Match transforms the Exosphere into a playful, engaging experience, inviting fans to discover unforgettable Las Vegas experiences all powered by that unmistakable 'Only in Vegas' spark that defines the destination.
Games
#david-copperfield
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

New program connects schools with Disney's musical magic

Through Disney Musicals in Schools' Stage Connect, educators are given free resources like show scripts, music tracks and training that give them the confidence they need to produce a school musical. The program makes musicals and bringing the magic of Disney into public schools more accessible for all.
Education
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Immerse yourself in Vegas: High-tech attractions take a trip to the next level

Las Vegas is by very definition and mission statement an immersive experience. It wants all of you—your eyes, your ears, your stomach, your imagination and, of course, your wallet. It offers up giant resorts with so many amenities and attractions that, really once immersed inside one of these complexes, you never really need to leave for the entire length of your stay.
Travel
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Step into Hannah Montana's closet in this immersive pop-up

To celebrate the "Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special," step into Hannah's iconic closet, where you can take home Maybelline products fit for a pop star and strike a pose at the Polaroid photo spot!
NYC LGBT
Arts
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 weeks ago

Experience Theatre Project immerses audiences in stories * Oregon ArtsWatch

Alisa Stewart founded Experience Theatre Project after experiencing immersive theater, creating participatory productions that transform audiences into active participants rather than passive observers.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Harry Styles Believes Playing Residencies Instead of Touring Makes For a "Better Show"

I think a lot of the thinking behind it for me is about, I think it makes the show better. I think you can build something that doesn't have to travel every night. I think the show itself is better. I think there's something in this that allows me to like stay in my life while I'm doing it. And therefore I think it allows me to take care of myself better, which I think makes me better at doing the thing.
Music
fromBustle
1 month ago

Why This Broadway Star Doesn't Buy Into Pre-Show Superstitions

I landed Oct. 5, and we started work Oct. 6, so it was like jump straight in. And when it's your day off, it's like, 'OK, I just need to shop and clean and relax.' Nearly six months in, the actor is slowly familiarizing himself with New York neighborhood by neighborhood, including the West Village, which he says he recently explored with his girlfriend.
Miscellaneous
Berlin music
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
1 month ago

Immersive Beats and Fluid Visions: The Pulse of DRIPS at Liquid States

DRIPS collective evolved from techno party curation into a multidisciplinary artistic event combining fashion, dance, and live electronic music performances.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Completely bowled us over': The horror show drawing thousands to an SF theater

In a full house at the 1,025-seat Toni Rembe Theater, there was an eruption of gasps and shrieks. The grown man to my right reflexively gripped the arm of my seat, sheepishly muttering an apology. In a distant aisle, I spotted one person get up and run out of the theater, their friend trailing closely behind.
Film
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Oz the Mentalist Announced as Headline Entertainer for White House Correspondents' Dinner

Mentalist Oz Pearlman will headline the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in April 2025, bringing his mind-reading performances to Washington's newsmakers.
Humor
fromwww.mercurynews.com
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 in rehearsals for Primary Trust.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
29 years ago

A House Full of Stage Presence

The Center Theatre Group's 30th anniversary reception was held at the Wassermans' prestigious Beverly Hills home, showcasing its renowned art collection and expansive grounds to impressed guests.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Bay Area arts: 10 shows and concerts to catch this weekend

The Bay Area offers diverse musical performances this weekend, including Jazz Mafia residencies, classical concerts, and opera productions across multiple venues.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Marty Supreme's ping-pong thrills grip but the theatre plot really smashes it | Chris Wiegand

Josh Safdie's Marty Supreme parallels competitive table tennis with Broadway theatre, exploring ambition, failure, and comeback through interconnected narratives of a ping-pong player and a returning film star.
Music
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Metallica Announces an Eight-Show October Residency at the Las Vegas Sphere

Metallica will perform eight shows at Las Vegas Sphere in October 2026, with each weekend featuring different setlists to ensure no repeated songs across Thursday and Saturday performances.
#ringling-bros
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Ringling Bros brings larger than life show to Barclays Center, set to perform at UBS and Prudential Center in March | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Ringling Bros brings larger than life show to Barclays Center, set to perform at UBS and Prudential Center in March | amNewYork

Television
fromVulture
2 months ago

Netflix Is Taking Its Live Events to Extreme Heights

Alex Honnold will free-solo climb Taipei 101 live on Netflix without ropes or safety gear, with expert analysis and hosted coverage on January 23 at 8 P.M. ET.
Video games
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

I went to the new Punchdrunk show and I'm not allowed to review it but here are some things I can tell you about it anyway

Lander 23 is a mission-based immersive 'stealth exploration' live-action game from Punchdrunk that splits players into teams to harvest an alien resource with objectives and scoring.
fromMbtn
1 month 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,
New York Mets
Cocktails
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Explore Oddyssey Manor: A Unique Cocktail Experience

Oddyssey Manor at AREA15 is an immersive theatrical cocktail experience where guests participate in a narrative, interact with characters, and unlock story-driven cocktails and rooms.
New York City
fromNew York Family
2 months ago

Two New Attractions Light Up Times Square: The Escape Game and Great Big Game Show - New York Family

Two new interactive attractions in the Brill Building—The Escape Game and Great Big Game Show—offer multi-age, hands-on entertainment in Times Square.
#mixed-reality
#las-vegas
Media industry
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Play me

Sustainable local journalism relies on reader support and steady, smart reporting, with community-focused outlets rewarded for consistent, high-quality local coverage.
UX design
fromMedium
2 months ago

From playwright to stage manager

Self-generating AI interfaces require structured constraints like A2UI to prevent chaotic, unusable experiences and shift designers from deterministic blueprints to probabilistic protocols.
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Move Over Naked Cowboy, 'Magic Mike' Is Coming to Times Square

When we were coming up with the concept for our original show, we first came to the streets of New York City where I hid in a secret confession booth we set up in Midtown and asked women what they really want. Not just in a show, but in life. They shared some deeply powerful things. That insight helped us create our shows in Vegas, London and all over the world.
Film
Arts
fromVulture
1 month ago

Daniel Radcliffe Loves Audience Participation

Daniel Radcliffe will star in Every Brilliant Thing on Broadway, performing an interactive play that examines depression, suicide, and audience-driven moments.
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.
#immersive-experience
Travel
fromDefector
1 month ago

I Traveled 800 Miles To Eat Breakfast, Lunch, And Pizza At Criss Angel's Breakfast, Lunch, And Pizza | Defector

Magician Criss Angel opened Cablp in Overton, Nevada, transforming a local diner into an eccentric, charity-intended roadside restaurant.
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.
Music
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Bay Area arts: 9 cool concerts and shows to catch this week

Bayou Boogie West brings Cajun and zydeco music, dance lessons, and workshops to Berkeley; Julian Lage releases a new album.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Bay Area arts: 11 great shows and concerts to catch this weekend

From Super Bowl fun to the return of a beloved conductor and the Odo akland Interfaith Gospel Choir, there is a lot to see and hear in the Bay Area this weekend and beyond. A stroke of luck for Swims fans Teddy Swims is set to headline the Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert presented by NetApp the NFL's top pregame party at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara on Feb. 8.
SF music
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Times Square's New Attraction 'i Candy' Offers a Sweet Immersive Experience in the Heart of New York City

i Candy is a three-floor, family-friendly Times Square attraction that immerses visitors in candy-themed, interactive recreations of New York City environments where guests collect sweets.
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Review: Hershey Felder delivers a brilliant story about Hershey Felder

Hershey Felder's piano symbolizes personal freedom, family history, curiosity, and his embodiment of composers through performance and storytelling.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Snapp Shots: Northern California magic clubs to meet soon in Oakland

Is there anyone who doesn't love magic? You know you're being tricked; but try as you might, you can't figure out how. The only thing you can do is laugh and enjoy it. The Oakland Magic Circle was founded on July 25, 1925, by, among others, Alfred J. Battle, above, who performed under the stage name Professor El-Tab. (photo courtesy of Byron Walker)
Arts
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

To infinity and beyond! Visitors can dive into Pixar worlds in immersive London show

Mundo Pixar Experience recreates 14 detailed Pixar film sets in Wembley for immersive, photo-friendly encounters with iconic scenes and research-driven design.
Film
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Win a Now You See Me: Now You Don't Steelbook and Poster Autographed by the Cast

Three winners will receive signed Now You See Me: Now You Don't posters and a 4K Ultra HD (+ Blu-ray + DVD) Combo SteelBook edition.
#the-wiz
Music
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The Backstreet Boys at the Sphere in Las Vegas: a perfect blend of nostalgia and colossal futurism that doesn't even require their presence

The Backstreet Boys' reunion at the Sphere combines nostalgia, communal fandom, and immersive venue technology to deliver an unprecedented, breathless live-pop experience.
#cirque-du-soleil
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.
fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 month ago

The Sex Lives of Puppets at Stanford | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Worries, fears, hang-ups, and desires are translated through highly skilled puppetry, as interview scenes cast puppet couples talking about their sex lives. Written by Mark Down of Blind Summit, a cohort of exceptional makers and puppeteers expanding the definition of a puppet, this collaboration with the UK's National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles pulls from real-life conversations to get puppets talking dirty.
Arts
Arts
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Get tickets to visit the House of Dreams

An ordinary South London terraced house, the House of Dreams, houses a vividly decorated, immersive art environment by artist Stephen Wright that is open monthly.
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