Theater Spotlight: Atasha Muhlach lands the lead as Annie Batungbakal in “Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical,” a disco-era Manila Sound story returning to the stage this September. Gospel & Industry: Kierra Sheard will receive the BMI Impact Award at the 2026 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards on July 21 in Nashville. Pop Culture Buzz: Fresh reports say Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s MSG wedding plans include a custom stage being built in Pennsylvania, with live music and a celebrity planner involved. Major Live Music Moment: The Obama Presidential Center grand opening in Chicago is set for June 18 with a star-studded lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Christina Aguilera, Bono and more. Global Music Business: Warner Music India partners with SVF Entertainment to expand Bengali music distribution across film soundtracks and original releases. Local Pride Through Music: Mansfield’s second annual Interfaith Pride Service (“Pride Rising”) brings faith leaders, LGBTQAI+ advocates and live performances together on June 24. Cultural Heritage in Motion: Prague’s Žižkov Tunnel is approved to become a 15-year public art gallery with murals, light-and-sound and exhibitions. New Releases: honestav and MGK team up on “Crash First,” out now ahead of honestav’s album “Sweet American Boy.” Music Safety/Speed: A driver hauling Afro-pop artists to a festival was arrested for speeding at 172km/h in a 120km/h zone. Classical & Community: St. Vitus Cathedral inaugurates a new organ with a series of concerts featuring Czech Philharmonic performances.