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Firehouse's 2010-11 Season Tickets Now On Sale
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2010
Season subscriptions are now available for the Firehouse Theatre's 2010-11 season, a dynamic set of four performances that will begin in September and run through April 2011.
ASC Announces New Managing Director, Begins Work 5/10
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2010
The American Shakespeare Center today announced that its board of trustees has selected Amy Wratchford to serve as its new managing director. She will begin work on May 10.
Paul Scott Goodman Opens at MetroStage 4/15-5/9
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2010
Carolyn Griffin, Producing Artistic Director of MetroStage, is pleased to announce that Paul Scott Goodman will be performing his show Son of a Stand Up Comedian, directed by Michael Baron, at MetroStage beginning April 15 through May 9, 2010.
The Firehouse Theatre Project Presents SEX, DRUGS, ROCK & ROLL 4/15-5/8
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2010
The Firehouse Theatre Project proudly announces the final show of its 2009-10 season, Eric Bogosian's 'Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll', running April 15-May 8.
Virginia Opera Closes Season With PORGY AND BESS
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2010
Virginia Opera is wrapping up its 35th Anniversary Season with the scorching production of the Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. The production, also celebrating a famous 75th Anniversary, is a brave American classic bridging the gap between Broadway and opera. The clever love story between characters Porgy and Bess explodes with a fiery tempo, amid George and Ira Gershwin's distinguished style featuring jazz, Broadway, and opera. Porgy and Bess is based on DuBose Heyward's novel Porgy and the play of the same name he co-wrote with his wife Dorothy Heyward, which focuses on African-American life in the early 1920s in Catfish Row located in Charleston, South Carolina.
ASC Announces New Managing Director, Begins Work 5/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 06, 2010
The American Shakespeare Center today announced that its board of trustees has selected Amy Wratchford to serve as its new managing director. She will begin work on May 10.
Lime Kiln Presents THE FANTASTICKS 5/20-23
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 06, 2010
Mindbending Productions, the student theatre group of Washington and Lee University, opens the theatre season at Lime Kiln with the charming musical, The Fantasticks, on May 20th-23rd at 7:30pm. Executive Director Kim Renz says this is an important collaboration for Lime Kiln and valuable experience for the students.
The American Century Theater Premieres Treadwell: Bright and Dark 5/27-6/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 05, 2010
The American Century Theater (TACT) is proud to announce the World Premiere of Treadwell: Bright and Dark, a one-woman play about the famed 20th century journalist and playwright Sophie Treadwell. Helen Hayes -nominated playwright Allyson Currin and acclaimed Washington actress Melissa Flaim have taken on the challenge of telling the tale of this inspiring but troubled woman.
SHENANDOAH Opens Wayside Theatre’s 49th Season, Runs 6/5-7/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 05, 2010
Wayside Theatre Artistic Director Warner Crocker announced the 2010-2011 Season Opener, cast and performance schedule for the musical, SHENANDOAH. Shenandoah runs June 5 through July 3rd. The musical is written by Gary Geld, Peter Udell, Phillip Rose and James Lee Barrett. The production is sponsored by Heirloom Emporium.
Jammin' Juniors Free Concerts Return to McLean Central Park 5/5
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2010
The Alden Theatre at the McLean Community Center's (MCC) Jammin Junior's Concert Series will return to McLean Central Park at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 5, with a concert by children's entertainer Patricia Shih.
Jammin' Juniors Free Concerts Return to McLean Central Park 5/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 03, 2010
The Alden Theatre at the McLean Community Center's (MCC) Jammin Junior's Concert Series will return to McLean Central Park at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 5, with a concert by children's entertainer Patricia Shih.
Signature Theater Announces Free Community Events, 5/3-5/6
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2010
Just two decades ago, Washington, DC's theater scene was dominated by large venues that presented mostly traditional plays. Few theaters dared to take the risk of producing new work, and even fewer produced lesser-known or new musicals.
Wayside Theatre 2010 Young Playwrights Festival Held 5/3
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2010
The Wayside Theatre's Student 2010 Young Playwriting Festival is Monday, May 3 at Wayside Theatre in Middletown. 'Ashes to Ashes' a Staged Reading styled performance is on the main stage at 7:00 PM and the admission is Free to the public, with a 'Talk Back' with the author, Tyler F. Tharpe at the conclusion of the performance.
The Belleville Outfit Lights Up Lime Kiln 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2010
On Saturday, May 1st at 7:30pm, Austin, Texas based The Belleville Outfit performs at Theater at Lime Kiln. The band performs its own signature style of gypsy swing, jazz, big band, country and Americana roots music.
Signature Theater Announces Next Week's Free Community Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 29, 2010
Just two decades ago, Washington, DC's theater scene was dominated by large venues that presented mostly traditional plays. Few theaters dared to take the risk of producing new work, and even fewer produced lesser-known or new musicals.
Signature Theatre Gives Away Free Subscriptions to Anyone Named Antoinette 5/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 28, 2010
Arlington's Signature Theatre, which won the 2009 Tony Award for Regional Theater, will welcome the next Tony nominees into the club on Tuesday, May 4 - the Tony nomination day - by giving away a free subscription of seven shows to anyone named 'Antoinette' and by offering special ticket discounts.
Firehouse Theatre Presents RENT, Opens 6/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 28, 2010
Jonathan Larson's Rent will open June 24 at the Firehouse Theatre Project as its special summer production.
Firehouse Theatre Ends Run of 365 DAYS/365 PLAYS REVISITED, 4/27
by Marivic Tagala - April 27, 2010
Presented by the Firehouse Theatre Project and K Dance, 365 DAYS/365 PLAYS REVISITED's final show is tonight, April 27th, at 8 pm. The show was written by MacArthur 'Genius' Award recipient and Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks. It is performed at the Firehouse Theatre at 1609 West Broad Street in Richmond.
Parks' 365 DAYS/365 PLAYS to be Staged at the Firehouse Theatre Project, 4/26 & 4/27
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2010
365 DAYS/365 PLAYS REVISITED by Suzan-Lori Parks will play at the Firehouse Theatre Project (1609 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA) on April 26 and 27 at 8 PM.
Parks' 365 DAYS/365 PLAYS to be Staged at the Firehouse Theatre Project, 4/26 & 4/27
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2010
365 DAYS/365 PLAYS REVISITED by Suzan-Lori Parks will play at the Firehouse Theatre Project (1609 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA) on April 26 and 27 at 8 PM.
Firehouse Theatre Presents 365 DAYS/365 PLAYS REVISITED 4/26, 4/27
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2010
Firehouse Theatre presents '365 Days/365 Plays Revisited' by Suzan-Lori Parks. Performances scheduled for April 26 & 27, 2010, 8 p.m. at the Firehouse Theatre Project, 1609 W. Broad Street, Richmond, Va. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and RAPT members (with ID).
The Barns at Wolf Trap Announces Folk Singers And Writers 4/22-24
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2010
The Barns at Wolf Trap Features Wammie Award Winner, Luke Brindley, A Provocative Folk Singer/Songwriter, and The Awaited Return of a Legendary Folk Duo
Alden Theatre Presents Crabgrass Puppets' THE DAY IT SNOWED TORTILLAS 4/24
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2010
The McLean Kids Performance Series at the Alden Theatre will present Crabgrass Puppet Theatre's The Day it Snowed Tortillas at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 24. Tickets are $14, $10 for McLean district residents. The theatre is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue.
Fred Adams Honored for Service to Shakespeare Theatres Worldwide 4/24
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2010
The American Shakespeare Center today announced that it has selected Fred Adams, founder of the Utah Shakespearean Festival in Cedar City, to receive the third annual Burbage Award for lifetime service to the international Shakespearean theatre community.
HARVEY Set for Wayside Theatre, 3/28-4/24
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2010
Wayside Theatre Artistic Director Warner Crocker today announced the cast for the final production of the 2009-2010 Season for the Pulitzer Prize play Harvey. The play begins performances March 27 and opens 28th continuing a run through April 24th.

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