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Dates Added for Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy's MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW Concert


by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2024

Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy, are join forces for their brand new concert, 'Mama, I'm A Big Girl Now - The Concert.' Learn about the new performance dates!...

McLean Community Players to Present PROOF at The Alden Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 05, 2023

Join the McLean Community Players for their captivating production of 'Proof' at The Alden Theatre. This Pulitzer Prize-winning play by David Auburn explores themes of family, mental illness, and mathematical brilliance. Don't miss your chance to experience this thought-provoking performance from Oc...

McLean Community Players Presents 'Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT


by A.A. Cristi - June 09, 2023

McLean Community Players' production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical Green Day's American Idiot, based on the Grammy Award-winning album, opens Friday July 21, 2023, and runs weekends through July 30. ...

SINGIN' IN THE RAIN & More Lead Washington DC's April 2023 Top Picks


by BWW Staff - March 21, 2023

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. April 2023's top picks include Singin' in the Rain, Angels in America Part One, Pacific Overtures, and m...

THE SHOW MUST GO ON! Rescheduled at The McLean Community Players


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 31, 2022

The McLean Community Players' production of The Show Must Go On! A Musical Revue will be presented on the weekend of Sept. 23-24, 2022, at McLean's Alden Theater. This gala production marks the return of MCP to the Alden after a three-year hiatus because of the pandemic....

McLean Community Players' Return to The Alden Theatre With A Musical Revue THE SHOW MUST GO ON!


by Grace Cutler - June 24, 2022

A Musical Revue THE SHOW MUST GO ON! marks the return of the McLean Community Players to the Alden Theater in McLean after a three-year hiatus....

Past Shows

New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players “The Pirates of Penzance”


Everyone has pretended to be a pirate at some point. Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts one of the most famous patter songs ...

OCEAN Celtic Quartet presents: “The Lusty Month of May”


McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., McLean, Va. 22101 Free admission. Outdoor Concert. Bring chairs and a picnic. The ancient Irish festival of Beltane ...

L’Chaim
L’Chaim
5/7


LChaimJewish American Heritage Month EventSunday, May 7, 2 p.m.$30/$25 seniors and studentsFrom the stages of the lower east side to the bright lights of Broadway, ...

Honolulu Theatre for Youth: “The Pa’akai We Bring”


Honolulu Theatre for Youth: The Paakai We BringSaturday, May 6, 4 p.m.$15$12 seniors Bringing together stories and shared ritual, Honolulus Theatre for Youths latest performance ...

Windmill Theatre Company of Australia: “Hiccup!”


Windmill Theatre Company of Australia: Hiccup!Sunday, April 23; 4 p.m.$15Its a perfect, balmy night in the outback. A sleep-deprived camper, a cheeky quokka and an ...

David Dorfman Dance: (A) Way Out of My Body


David Dorfman Dance: (A) Way Out of My BodyFriday, April 14, 7 p.m.$25/$15 MCC district residents/$20 for seniors and students David Dorfman Dance's (A)Way Out ...

The Good Humor Men


How about some stand-up comedy without an edge? Humor that’s light blue at its darkest? This is your jam. Three of America’s funniest stand-up comedians ...

Trick of the Light Theatre: “The Griegol”


Trick of the Light Theatre: The GriegolSaturday, March 25, 4 p.m.$15/$10 MCC district residents/$12 seniors and studentsNew Zealands Trick of the Light Theatre shares an ...

“Makin’ Cake” with Dasha Kelly Hamilton


Makin Cake with Dasha Kelly HamiltonSaturday, March 18, 6 p.m.$25/$20 seniors and studentsMakin Cake slices into American history exploring race, culture and class in a ...

Mad River Theater Works: “Freedom Flight”


Mad River Theater Works: "Freedom Flight" Saturday, March 4, 4 p.m.$25/$20 seniors and students The mission of Mad River Theater Works is to create and ...

“Paddington Gets in a Jam”


Jonathan Rockefeller Productions Paddington Gets in a JamSaturday, Feb. 25, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.$30/$20 MCC district residents/$27 seniors and students$45/$35 VIP Tickets 1 p.m. ...

Sweet Honey in the Rock®


The Grammy-nominated, iconic, women-led, African American vocal ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock® marks its 50th anniversary with a powerful, three-year celebration that will honor ...

The Barter Players: “Frosty”


The Barter Players: FrostyMonday, Dec. 19, 4 p.m.$15/$10 MCC district residents/$12 seniors and studentsA young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat, and ...

George Emilio Sanchez: “In the Court of the Conqueror”


George Emilio Sanchez: In the Court of the ConquerorNative Heritage Month EventSaturday, Nov. 19, 7 p.m.$20/$17 seniors and studentsGeorge Emilio Sanchez's solo performance work is ...

The Peking Acrobats®


The Peking AcrobatsFeaturing The Shanghai CircusSunday, Oct. 23, 2 p.m.$40/$35 seniors and studentsFor the last 32 years, The Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of ...

“Tackling Body Image and Flipping Mental Health Challenges”


Tackling Body Image and Flipping Mental Health ChallengesA Discussion with Laurie Hernandez and Shaquem Griffin. Moderated by Christine Brennan (All Ages)Saturday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m.$25Laurie ...

The Boy Band Project


The Boy Band ProjectFriday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m.$30/$25 seniors and studentsThe Boy Band Project transports you back to a time when the boy band phenom ...

Furia Flamenca: “A Trip to Spain”


Furia Flamenca: A Trip to SpainHispanic Heritage Month EventSaturday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m.$15, $10 for MCC district residentsThis interactive Hispanic Heritage Month show for families ...

Lil’ Maceo


Free Parking at Dolley Madison Library. Bring a picnic and chairs. Old-school funky, foot-stomping R&B saxophone. Lil Maceos musical roots in funk,pop, dance and contemporary ...

DuPont Brass


Summer Sunday Concerts in the ParkSunday, July 31New Start Time! 3 p.m.McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd, McLean, Va., 22102Free admission. Free parking at ...

Dog Loves Books


For ages 5+. Louise Yates’ New York Times best seller comes to life in ArtsPower’s newest musical about the irresistible Dog who loves everything about ...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites


For ages 4+. Three beloved stories by Eric Carle, award-winning children’s book illustrator and author, are retold on stage through the magic of black light ...

Call Me William: The Life and Loves of Willa Cather


Actor/author Prudence Wright Holmes performs her one-woman show based on the life of legendary author Willa Cather. A courageous pioneer of the LGBT community, Cather ...

Pilobolus
Pilobolus
4/17


A rare “get” for a space as intimate as The Alden, Pilobolus is an innovative dance company that is acclaimed for its mix of humor, ...

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo


Graceful dancers, tulle, pointe shoes and—is that chest hair!? Founded by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view ...

Chita Rivera A Lengendary Celebration


Come celebrate the one and only CHITA RIVERA in a unique solo concert event celebrating the Broadway legend’s 80th Birthday! The two-time Tony Award-winner will ...

Fly Guy and Other Stories


For ages 5+. Fly Guy has met his match, and her name is Fly Girl. Fly Guy is totally impressed and totally smitten. Will Fly ...

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