Nine‑year‑old Jeaven Maeva — the 'Ipu Baby' — sang with vocal coach Cheryl Porter in Waikiki after an Instagram push brought the pair together.

Teatro Zinzanni paused shows and now faces vendor lawsuits and state wage complaints after staffers say they did not receive final paychecks. Legal fights and agency claims are now underway.

Historic Philadelphia has expanded its 'History Makers' and Benstitute training for America's 250th, bringing more costumed interpreters and storytellers to Old City this summer.

Western Spirit will open the Louis Sands IV Center in late March, adding new galleries, a major gift and a weeklong slate of public events. Opening day is March 28 with free admission.

Kennesaw and Smith-Gilbert Gardens present Art Blooms 2026, featuring outdoor art experiences themed around resilience, including a citywide scavenger hunt and festival.

Berklee associate professor Dr. Chelsey Green was elected chair of the Recording Academy board, becoming the first Black woman and the youngest person to hold the role.

A British‑Nigerian actor says Harvard's A.R.T. allowed an unqualified backstage worker to braid her hair, leaving her with permanent hair loss and emotional trauma. She has sued for racial discrimination.

The Boston Pops will run May 8–June 6, 2026 at Symphony Hall with Ray Chen opening and debuts by Jacob Collier and St. Vincent, plus film, Pride and Gospel nights.

The SF Ballet Orchestra celebrates 50 years with a gala at Herbst Theatre, a free Feb. 26 concert at SFCM and a new composition prize that drew 173 entries.

The historic Hooper‑Renwick School in Lawrenceville has been transformed into a 27,000‑square‑foot themed library and museum that preserves alumni stories alongside library services.

CAPA has signed a lease with the City of Columbus to operate the Idea Foundry in Franklinton, promising new programming while preserving maker operations.

Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa, 25, died in Fulton County days after dropping a new single; officials say the cause is under investigation.

MCASD La Jolla will host Giants this spring, a touring selection from the Dean Collection with 130+ works and a massive Mickalene Thomas installation. Preview April 17.