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Following a string of awe-inspiring Live in HD performances, Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen returns to the Metropolitan Opera as Leonore, the faithful wife who risks everything to save her husband from the clutches of tyranny in Beethoven’s Fidelio. Completing the distinguished cast is British tenor David Butt Philip as the political prisoner Florestan, Polish bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny as the villainous Don Pizarro, veteran German bass René Pape as the jailer Rocco, Chinese soprano Ying Fang and German tenor Magnus Dietrich as the young Marzelline and Jaquino, and Danish bass Stephen Milling as the principled Don Fernando. Susanna Mälkki conducts the March 15 performance, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide.

Justin Furstenfeld, lead singer and creative visionary of Blue October, is renowned for being one of the most charismatic and uplifting artists of our time. Furstenfeld is known for his magnetic stage presence, an artist with an insanely pleasant voice that ranges from warm and melancholy one minute, to hair-raising melodies and tone, evoking deeply reflective and personal lyrics. He weaves stories that engage and endear him to thousands of loyal followers around the world. If you ask those who know you’ll hear words like ‘inspiring,’ ‘genuine,’ ‘a feeling’ or ‘a show I’ll never miss.’

Rooted in the rich ground of American rhythm and blues, soul, and gospel, he weaves vivid, detailed, often drawn-from-life tales that evoke some of our most universal human feelings: love, hope, faith, joy, heartbreak. In 2019, Marc released a collaborative record with gospel legends Blind Boys of Alabama titled ‘Work To Do’ which was released on BMG.

The Doo Wop Project begins at the beginning: tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of five guys singing harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today. In their epic shows The Doo Wop Project takes audiences on a journey featuring foundational tunes from the Crests, Belmonts and Flamingos through the vocal artistry of Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, and The Four Seasons all the way to DooWopified versions of modern hits from Michael Jackson, Jason Mraz, Maroon 5, and Sam Smith.

Al Di Meola, a living legend in the world of guitar, has been at the forefront of contemporary music for over five decades. His innovative blend of complex rhythmic syncopation, lyrical melodies, and sophisticated harmonies has earned him critical acclaim and widespread recognition, including induction into the Guitar Player Magazine Gallery of Greats. With four gold albums, two platinum albums, and over six million record sales worldwide, Di Meola’s artistry has left an indelible mark on music history. His accolades include five gold albums, one Grammy award, 12 Guitar Player Magazine awards, and prestigious honors like the Miles Davis Award, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the BBC, and an Honorary Doctorate from Berklee College of Music.

Join Joanne Shaw Taylor and her stellar band performing songs from her latest critically acclaimed studio album, Heavy Soul. She will also dig deep into her rich back catalog where she will hand-pick songs from her previous recordings and classic blues songs. Her guitar skills are unmatched, while her vocals and songwriting soar to new heights as she unveils an impressive repertoire of material. Taylor has become one of the hottest live acts on the modern Blues scene, and soon you’ll see why. Get ready for an electrifying night of pop, soul, and blues-rock with Joanne Shaw Taylor—this is a performance you won’t want to miss!

T Bone Burnett, the Grammy and Oscar-winning producer, songwriter, and composer, reflects on the power of the word “you” in music while creating his new album The Other Side. Inspired by the prevalence of “you” in hit songs, Burnett explores its deeper significance, realizing that it connects not only to conscience but also to people’s dreams.

Goodnight Moon is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while The Runaway Bunny’s pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum. Both feature endearing rabbit characters, and the soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery never fail to infuse young readers with a reassuring sense of security. This stage adaptation brings a new sense of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations.

For over 30 years, The Peking Acrobats have transformed perceptions of Chinese acrobatics with daring performances that include trick-cycling, precision tumbling, and gravity-defying feats. They combine agility and grace with astonishing juggling and balancing acts, often enhanced by live traditional Chinese music and high-tech effects. Celebrating their legacy, they continue to delight audiences of all ages.

Blues legend Robert Cray returns to the Playhouse for his 10th performance! Across five decades, Robert Cray has created a richly inclusive American music, revitalizing both blues and soul while rocking hard with the very best. To achieve 50 years in the music industry and still be as fresh and committed as when starting out is an achievement few can boast of but Cray can: he has released 19 studio albums, every one replete with his extremely distinctive songs, won five Grammy Awards and continues to make music that sounds like no one but Robert Cray. “All these years we have been fortunate to do what we love doing, playing the music we love playing,” says Cray with a smile. “I couldn’t ask for anything more.”