

Where Broadway Begins: How Popejoy Hall Is Changing Students’ Lives with Broadway for Teens
Popejoy Hall’s Broadway for Teens program turned a December afternoon into something a little like a dream come true for more than 1,600 New Mexico students. Many of them experienced a Broadway touring production, a university campus, and the bustle of Albuquerque for the very first time.

Teresa Robinson
Dec 11, 20255 min read


Becoming Michael: Melvin Gray Jr. on Stepping Into the Moonwalk in MJ the Musical
Melvin Gray Jr. talks about his experience playing The King in Pop in the award-nominated musical MJ the Musical coming to Popejoy Hall on December 10-14.

Teresa Robinson
Dec 5, 20255 min read


Shirley MacLaine Receives Lifetime Achievement Honor at Inaugural Dance Hall of Fame
Shirley MacLaine Receives Lifetime Achievement Honor at the Inaugural Dance Hall of Fame.

Teresa Robinson
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Give 'Em The Old Razzle Dazzle - Chicago at Popejoy Hall
Popejoy Hall is bringing the iconic musical, Chicago, to the stage. Read the review from opening night.

Teresa Robinson
Nov 14, 20254 min read


Activated Events Doubles Down on Albuquerque with Blake Shelton at The Smoke Show
Following the resounding success of Boots In The Park in Albuquerque this past weekend, Activated Events returns with The Smoke Show, a one-day celebration of country music, food, and culture, headlined by none other than country music icon Blake Shelton.

New Mexico Entertainment
May 19, 20252 min read


Lensic Performing Arts Center Unveils Diverse 2025–2026 Season Lineup
The Lensic Performing Arts Center in Santa Fe has announced its 2025–2026 Lensic Presents season, showcasing a dynamic array of performances that span genres and cultures. This season reflects Lensic's commitment to diversity, education, and world-class entertainment, offering audiences an eclectic mix of music, dance, theater, and family-friendly events.

New Mexico Entertainment
May 14, 20252 min read


The Vortex Theatre Serves Up Humor and Heart with Clyde’s by Lynn Nottage
This spring, The Vortex Theatre invites Albuquerque audiences into the heat of the kitchen—both literal and metaphorical—with its upcoming production of Clyde’s by Lynn Nottage. The Tony-nominated hit from the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright runs from May 16 through June 8, with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM.

New Mexico Entertainment
May 3, 20253 min read


AFMI Expands Access to Producer Training Program
In a bold move to redefine access and opportunity in independent film and television, AFMI Productions, LLC has announced a major shift in its Above the Line Producer Training Program. Originally designed to award scholarships to four participants, the program has now granted lifetime memberships to all 25 applicants, transforming the initiative into a philanthropic model aimed at cultivating a global network of empowered producers.

New Mexico Entertainment
Apr 30, 20252 min read







