Louisville Ballet is bringing one of the most celebrated names in dance back to Louisville as part of its 75th Diamond Anniversary celebration. Legendary dancer and choreographer Mikhail Baryshnikov will return for an exclusive series of special events surrounding Andrea Schermoly’s production of Carmen in February.
Derby Dinner Playhouse announced the production of Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID that will play through August 9. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and Disney’s classic animated film, THE LITTLE MERMAID is a heartwarming musical adventure for audiences of all ages.
Featuring unforgettable music by eight-time Academy Award® winner Alan Menken, with lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a captivating book by Doug Wright, this Broadway favorite is filled with memorable songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.”
Another year of Railbird Music Festival is in the books, and once again, the two-day celebration at Lexington’s Red Mile proved why it has become one of the region’s premier music events.
The 2026 festival wrapped up Sunday night with Kentucky native Tyler Childers taking the stage before a packed crowd, delivering a powerful set that blended fan favorites, newer material and plenty of singalong moments. Childers capped off a weekend that featured an impressive lineup spanning multiple genres and generations of artists.
Genre: Jam Band / Rock / Jazz / Blues / Funk
Age: 61
Hometown: Washington, D.C.
Instruments: Bass guitar, drums, piano, bass clarinet, banjo
Bands: Dead & Company, The Allman Brothers Band, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Aquarium Rescue Unit
Coming to Louisville: Oteil will play Iroquois Amphitheater Thursday, May 28. Recent shows included famed musicians including Steve Kimock (lead guitar), Jason Crosby (multi-instrumentalist), Johnny Kimock (drums), Tom Guarna (guitar), Melvin Seals (keyboard and organ), Lamar Williams Jr. (vocals), and two-time Grammy Award–winning musician Oteil Burbridge (bass) set-lists include a mix of Grateful Dead favorites and other high energy jam pieces.
This spring, Kentucky Shakespeare is bringing The Tempest to a park near you. Or should that be an island?
Set on an enchanted island, the bard’s final play has a tropical feel, complete in this production with toe-tapping Puerto Rican bomba music. Watch it, and you may feel you’ve finally left behind the winter of our discontent (to quote another Shakespeare play).
The 2026 Shakespeare in the Parks tour runs through most of April and May. It will visit 44 parks across the metro area and venues as far away as Berea, Ky., and Richmond, Ind., as well as 20+ area schools. Thanks to presenting sponsors, each park performance is 100% free, although donations are welcome. CLICK HERE for the complete schedule—including rain locations.
Louisville Ballet’s 2026–2027 season marks a milestone 75th Anniversary, celebrating the company’s rich legacy while embracing a bold vision for the future. Known for blending classical technique with contemporary innovation, the Ballet once again delivers a lineup that is both visually captivating and emotionally engaging, appealing to longtime patrons and new audiences alike.
