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Review: Viciously Funny MEAN GIRLS AT Rules Toby's In Columbia
by Cybele Pomeroy - Jul 11, 2026

MEAN GIRLS at Toby’s in Columbia is a popcorny treat with juicy musical numbers. Enjoy climate-controlled family-friendly live entertainment and a great meal with wonderful service, provided primarily by the show's actors. Through August 23, 2026.

Review: THE MINUTES at Keegan Theatre
by David Friscic - Apr 8, 2026

Ninety minutes of a play that detail the utter pompousness, redundancies, calls to “shelve” or postpone important actions, and the ignoring of vital new community comments, are only some of the bureaucratic and provincial rules, regulations, and idiocies of what can constitute The Minutes of a city council meeting. Esteemed author Tracy Letts (August: Osage County, Superior Donuts) continually surprises and disorients the playgoer as he shifts writing tone in his phenomenal play The Minutes.

Photos: THE MINUTES Makes DC Premiere at the Keegan Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026

All new photos have been released from Tracy Lett's The Minutes at the Keegan Theatre. The production is making its DC premiere at Keegan from April 4 to May 3, 2026.  Check out the photos here!

Cast Set For THE MINUTES DC Premiere at Keegan Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026

The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and artistic team of Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy Letts' acclaimed play THE MINUTES, making its DC premiere at Keegan from April 4 to May 3, 2026. 

Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Toby's With Capital T
by Cybele Pomeroy - Apr 17, 2025

Salvation in the form of a children's band? Sure, why not? THE MUSIC MAN has captured the hearts of audiences for generations. Now, the beloved Toby's Dinner Theatre in Columbia, Maryland undertakes this winner, through May 18, 2025. It's beautifully done and highly entertaining.

Review: MARLENE at ExPats Theatre
by Mary Lincer - Sep 29, 2024

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Expats Theatre to Present MARLENE by Pam Gems
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2024

Expats Theatre will present its upcoming production of MARLENE, a new play that explores the life and legacy of Marlene Dietrich. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: NOISES OFF at The Keegan Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024

Check out production photos from The Keegan Theatre's NOISES OFF here!

Cast Set For NOISES OFF at the Keegan Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2024

The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and team of Michael Frayn’s NOISES OFF, the fan-favorite farce capping Keegan’s 27th season! A sold-out hit when it last played at Keegan in 2010, NOISES OFF returns by audience demand, playing August 1-September 1, 2024.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Baltimore Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Baltimore Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE, ROMEO AND JULIET, Abingdon Community Theater & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE, ROMEO AND JULIET, Abingdon Community Theater & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards December 5th Standings; RIDE THE CYCLONE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards; ROMEO AND JULIET Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards; SHREK! THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Sisters Act Up And Over The Top In Lively Production of SISTER ACT at Toby's In Columbia
by Cybele Pomeroy - Sep 19, 2023

SISTER ACT at Toby's in Columbia is a delightfully energetic show that is woman-driven and relationship-positive. Songwriter Alan Menken and lyricist Glenn Slater (of Disney fame) create numbers specifically for theatrical production of the movie-inspired script. Ear-pleasing harmonies abound in an extravaganza of song, dance and sisterhood.

Keegan Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for Upcoming Production of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE
by Marissa Tomeo - May 28, 2022

The Keegan Theatre is pleased to announce the cast and creative team of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE, adapted by Lee Hall from the acclaimed screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard. The celebrated play is making its Regional Premiere as one of the final offerings of Keegan’s 25th Anniversary Season, running in repertory with THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF DR. WONDERFUL (AND HER DOG!), by Lauren Gunderson with music by Bree Lowdermilk, a Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA production for families.

BWW Review: MUSEUM 2040 at 4615 Theatre Company
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Mar 10, 2020

'Museum 2040' is a stunning, meticulous look at the future we face if we don't break out of the cycles that have become a part of American life. Renee Calarco's world-building is impressively, hauntingly, realistic, and it's beautifully brought to life by 4615's incredible cast and crew.

BWW Review: HANDS ON A HARDBODY is a Cult Classic at Keegan Theatre
by Hannah Wing - Mar 14, 2019

While short-lived on Broadway, Keegan Theatre's regional premiere of Hands on a Hardbody, directed by Elena Velasco and Mark A. Rhea, proves this musical is on its way to becoming a cult classic.

Cast Announced For HANDS ON A HARD BODY From The Keegan Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2019

The Keegan Theatre continues its 22nd season with the announcement of the cast and creative team for the regional premiere of the musical HANDS ON A HARDBODY. Inspired by the true events of the acclaimed 1997 documentary of the same name, HANDS ON A HARDBODY features a catchy combination of blues, rhythm & blues, and country songs co-written by Amanda Green and Trey Anastasio of the band Phish. Keegan's production is co-directed by Elena Velasco and Mark A. Rhea with music direction by Jake Null and choreography by Elena Velasco. The show runs March 9 through April 6, 2019 at The Andrew Keegan Theatre in Washington, DC, with the press opening slated for Tuesday, March 12 at 8:00 p.m.