Shakespeare Theatre Company
Latest News on Shakespeare Theatre Company:
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company (Dec 15, 2025)
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; COLUMBIA HEIGHTS BOLERO BAR Leads Best Musical! (Dec 15, 2025)
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY West End Premiere at Ambassadors Theatre (Dec 15, 2025)
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company (Dec 15, 2025)
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; COLUMBIA HEIGHTS BOLERO BAR Leads Best Musical! (Dec 15, 2025)
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY West End Premiere at Ambassadors Theatre (Dec 15, 2025)
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Musical
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyA Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Resident Musical
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyA Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Visiting Production
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyMies Julie
Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyThe Government Inspector
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Non-Resident Production
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyBlack Watch
Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyA Midsummer Night's Dream
winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Regional Theater Tony Award
The Shakespeare Theatre Company, Washington, DC
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Non-Resident Production
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyAvenue Q
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Resident Musical
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyCandide
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyKing Lear
Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyDog in the Manger
Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre Company Major Barbara
Helen Hayes Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyAn Enemy of the People
Helen Hayes Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyLoves Labors Lost
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Resident Play
Shakespeare Theatre CompanyOthello
Videos
Video: Kyle Taylor Parker & More Rehearse 'The Oldest Established' From GUYS AND DOLLS
by Michael Major - 2025-11-18 11:43:03
Video: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater Trailer
by Stephi Wild - 2025-10-22 05:30:45
Video: Ali Ewoldt, Ken Wulf Clarke & Emmett O’Hanlon Rehearse for CAMELOT at Barrington Stage Company
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-06-24 12:41:52
Video: Watch the Trailer For HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH at Signature Theatre
by Michael Major - 2025-04-22 10:00:20
Video: Watch 'Wig In A Box' From Signature Theatre's HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH
by Michael Major - 2025-04-09 10:00:20
Video: Watch the Trailer For UNCLE VANYA Starring Hugh Bonneville at Berkeley Rep
by Michael Major - 2025-02-25 16:05:14
Exclusive Look: Matthew Broderick in BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-01 15:36:25
Photo/Video: First Look at Amber Iman in HELLO, DOLLY! at Arkansas Rep
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-22 13:56:09
Exclusive: Olivia Puckett Sings 'Easy To Be Hard' from Signature Theatre's HAIR
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-08 09:00:20
Video: Director Mary Zimmerman on THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-12 15:26:39
Exclusive Video: Cast of Signature Theatre's HAIR Sings 'Let The Sun Shine In'
by Alan Henry - 2024-04-09 11:00:20
Video: Go Behind The Curtain Of Shakespeare Theatre Company's THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-27 14:20:26
Video: Watch An Unplugged Performance of 'Two Bodies' from Baltimore Center Stage's MEXODUS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-27 13:57:20
Video: Watch The Cast of Signature Theatre's PRIVATE JONES Perform 'Now the Bastards Join the Fight'
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-22 16:12:26
Video: Get An Exclusive First Look At PRIVATE JONES At Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-14 13:00:20
News
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Julie Benko is currently appearing as Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall in Washington, D.C., where the production has been extended and will now run through January 8.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Julie Benko is currently appearing as Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall in Washington, D.C., where the production has been extended and will now run through January 8.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; COLUMBIA HEIGHTS BOLERO BAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY West End Premiere at Ambassadors Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
You can now get a first look at production photography for the West End run of Paranormal Activity. Patrick Heusinger and Melissa James reprise their Leeds Playhouse roles as ‘James’ and ‘Lou’.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
You can now get a first look at production photography for the West End run of Paranormal Activity. Patrick Heusinger and Melissa James reprise their Leeds Playhouse roles as ‘James’ and ‘Lou’.
Interview: Theatre Life with Maisie Posner
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 12, 2025
Today’s subject Maisie Posner is currently living her theatre life onstage at Round House Theatre sharing the role of Emma with Avery Harris in Rules for Living. The production runs through January 4th and marks her Round House Theatre debut.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 12, 2025
Today’s subject Maisie Posner is currently living her theatre life onstage at Round House Theatre sharing the role of Emma with Avery Harris in Rules for Living. The production runs through January 4th and marks her Round House Theatre debut.
Interview: Theatre Life with Julie Benko
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 11, 2025
Today’s subject Julie Benko is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) playing the iconic musical theatre role of Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls. The show runs through January 8th, but Ms. Benko will be departing the show on December 28th. Read on to see what her next project is.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 11, 2025
Today’s subject Julie Benko is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) playing the iconic musical theatre role of Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls. The show runs through January 8th, but Ms. Benko will be departing the show on December 28th. Read on to see what her next project is.
Emma Flynn Will Take Over The Role Of Sarah Brown In Shakespeare Theatre Company’s GUYS AND DOLLS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced that Emma Flynn will assume the role of Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS. Flynn joins the cast following Julie Benko’s final performance on December 28.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced that Emma Flynn will assume the role of Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS. Flynn joins the cast following Julie Benko’s final performance on December 28.
Video: GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Dec 8, 2025
Get a first look at Sakespeare Theatre Company's holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot, West Side Story) and choreographed by Joshua Bergasse (Smash, Bull Durham), Guys and Dolls plays STC’s Harman Hall December 2 through January 4.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 8, 2025
Get a first look at Sakespeare Theatre Company's holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot, West Side Story) and choreographed by Joshua Bergasse (Smash, Bull Durham), Guys and Dolls plays STC’s Harman Hall December 2 through January 4.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Peter Rouleau - Dec 7, 2025
A charming and engaging musical romp.
by Peter Rouleau - Dec 7, 2025
A charming and engaging musical romp.
GUYS AND DOLLS Extended at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has annonced an extension of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Guys and Dolls has been extended to January 8.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has annonced an extension of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Guys and Dolls has been extended to January 8.
Broadstage To Present ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Starring Patrick Page
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
BroadStage will present ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE, a one-man show in which Patrick Page examines Shakespeare’s most infamous antagonists. Directed by Simon Godwin.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
BroadStage will present ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE, a one-man show in which Patrick Page examines Shakespeare’s most infamous antagonists. Directed by Simon Godwin.
Photos: Hayley Podschun, Julie Benko and More Star in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Sakespeare Theatre Company has released photos of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Sakespeare Theatre Company has released photos of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello.
GUYS & DOLLS & More Lead Washington, DC's Top Holiday Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Dec 2, 2025
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. See what the experts recommend! Check out our editorial team's top picks for the best shows to see in Washington, DC for the Holiday Season 2025.
by Team BWW - Dec 2, 2025
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. See what the experts recommend! Check out our editorial team's top picks for the best shows to see in Washington, DC for the Holiday Season 2025.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; MONARCH Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Robyn Hurder Will Return to CHICAGO Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder is set to return to the cell block! Hurder will return to the role of “Velma Kelly” in the Broadway cast of Chicago next month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder is set to return to the cell block! Hurder will return to the role of “Velma Kelly” in the Broadway cast of Chicago next month. Learn more here!
BWW Q&A: Rob Colletti Talks GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
Rob Colletti makes his Shakespeare Theatre Company debut as Nathan Detroit, the loveable gambler in Guys and Dolls, on the hunt for a place to host the 'oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York.'
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
Rob Colletti makes his Shakespeare Theatre Company debut as Nathan Detroit, the loveable gambler in Guys and Dolls, on the hunt for a place to host the 'oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York.'
Interview: Theatre Life with Heather C. Jackson
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 24, 2025
Since this column began, I have always made it a point to acknowledge the people that are instrumental when it comes to putting these interviews together. It’s not just me asking an interviewee cold. There is generally a marketing or publicity person that helps to coordinate things.
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 24, 2025
Since this column began, I have always made it a point to acknowledge the people that are instrumental when it comes to putting these interviews together. It’s not just me asking an interviewee cold. There is generally a marketing or publicity person that helps to coordinate things.
Folger Theatre Reveals Plays And Playwrights For The Fourth Annual Reading Room Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
Folger Theatre at the Folger Shakespeare Library revealed the plays and playwrights for the fourth annual Reading Room Festival, a four-day festival of staged readings, panel discussions, workshops, and community celebrations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
Folger Theatre at the Folger Shakespeare Library revealed the plays and playwrights for the fourth annual Reading Room Festival, a four-day festival of staged readings, panel discussions, workshops, and community celebrations.
Photos: RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER At Casa Mañana
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
Casa Mañana has released new production photos for RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER, running November 22–December 23 in Fort Worth. Tickets begin at $19.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
Casa Mañana has released new production photos for RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER, running November 22–December 23 in Fort Worth. Tickets begin at $19.
La Jolla Playhouse Namees Jessica Stone as New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
La Jolla Playhouse has appointed two-time Tony Award-nominated director Jessica Stone (Kimberly Akimbo, Water for Elephants) as the Playhouse’s new Artistic Director.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
La Jolla Playhouse has appointed two-time Tony Award-nominated director Jessica Stone (Kimberly Akimbo, Water for Elephants) as the Playhouse’s new Artistic Director.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Shakespeare Theatre Company been nominated for?
Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Outstanding Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Outstanding Visiting Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mies Julie, Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Government Inspector, Outstanding Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Black Watch, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Regional Theater Tony Award (Tony Awards), Outstanding Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Avenue Q, Outstanding Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Candide, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for King Lear, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Dog in the Manger, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Major Barbara, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for An Enemy of the People, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Loves Labors Lost and Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Othello.
What awards has Shakespeare Theatre Company won?
Shakespeare Theatre Company has received several prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Non-Resident Production Helen Hayes Award for Black Watch. The company also earned the Regional Theater Tony Award, recognizing its excellence in theater. Additionally, it won the Outstanding Resident Musical Helen Hayes Award for Candide and the Outstanding Resident Play Helen Hayes Award for King Lear. These awards highlight the company's significant contributions to the performing arts.
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