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CaltechLive! Presents LAST LAUGH WITH ELAINA NEWPORT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2021


CaltechLive! presents Last Laugh with Elaina Newport, an afternoon in conversation with a Capitol Steps' founding member on Saturday, May 8, 2021, at 5 p.m. PDT.

BWW Feature: The DC Area Arts Community Remembers Delores King Williams
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 21, 2021


On January thirteenth the DC area arts community lost the immensely talented performer Delores King Williams. She was an incredibly talented actress and singer who was always a huge support factor for her fellow performers.

The Capitol Steps Showcases THE LYIN' KINGS At The MAC in February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2020


The Capitol Steps, known for putting the a?oeMocka?? in democracy and being an a?oeequal opportunity offender,a?? return to the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) to perform a mix of material from their newest album, a?oeThe Lyin' Kings,a?? and traditional audience favorites at 4 and 8 p.m., Leap Day, Saturday, Feb. 29.  

THE CAPITOL STEPS The Capitol Steps Return To Cambridge On November 30
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2019


The Capitol Steps, America's political musical satire troupe that has been putting the a?oemocka?? in democracy for over nine Presidential elections, returns to Sanders Theatre on the Harvard campus in Cambridge for their 20th anniversary Thanksgiving Weekend performances, Saturday, November 30, at 5PM and 8PM.  This year's show isThe Lyin' Kings, produced by The Mike Thornton Agency LLC, and sponsored by 90.9FM WBUR, Boston's NPR News Station. .

The Capitol Steps Return To Cambridge For Their 20th Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Performances
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2019


The Capitol Steps, America's political musical satire troupe that has been putting the a?oemocka?? in democracy for over nine Presidential elections, returns to Sanders Theatre on the Harvard campus in Cambridge for their 20th anniversary Thanksgiving Weekend performances, Saturday, November 30, at 5PM and 8PM. This year's show isThe Lyin' Kings.

The Capitol Steps Bring THE LYIN KINGS To Northampton
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2019


The Capitol Steps, America's political musical satire troupe that has been putting the a?oemocka?? in democracy for over nine Presidential elections, returns to Northampton's Academy of Music Theatre with their all new touring showThe Lyin' Kings for one performance only, October 18 at 7:30PM. The Northampton appearance of The Capitol Steps is presented by Mike Thornton Agency, LLC and sponsored by New England Public Radio.

The Capitol Steps Return To Cambridge With THE LYIN' KINGS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2019


The Capitol Steps, America's political musical satire troupe that has been putting the a?oemocka?? in democracy for over nine Presidential elections, returns to Harvard University's Sanders Theatre with their all new touring show The Lyin' Kings for two performances only, Saturday, November 30 at 5PM and 8PM. Thanksgiving weekend performances in Cambridge have become a Capitol Steps tradition for over a decade..

The Capitol Steps Return To Northampton With THE LYIN KINGS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2019


Te Capitol Steps, Ameria's political musical satire troupe that has been putting the a?oemocka?? in democracy for over nine Presidential elections, returns to Northampton's Academy of Music Theatre with their all new touring show The Lyin' Kings for one performance only, October 18 at 7:30PM.

CAPITOL STEPS: MAKE AMERICA GRIN AGAIN at Patchogue Theatre This April
by Julie Musbach - Mar 8, 2019


Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts presents the political satire comedy troupe Capitol Steps in Make America Grin Again on Saturday, April 6 at 8 p.m. Ticket prices range between $40 - $70, plus applicable fees.

Montalvo Arts Center Presents THE CAPITOL STEPS: MAKE AMERICA GRIN AGAIN
by Rebecca Russo - Feb 19, 2019


The Capitol Congressional staffers turned comedians,  famed comedy troupe composed ofSteps, will perform Make America Grin Again at the Montalvo Arts Center. Called 'an oasis of good-natured ribbing in a fiercely partisan world' by The Washington Post, the Capitol Steps have slayed the country with their hilarious send-up of the people and institutions that once employed them. Their sketch and improvisational comedy offers a mix of song and standup, lampooning modern political leaders, and tackling major current issues. No issue or public figure, Democrat or Republican, can escape this satire. The Capitol Steps will be performing Make America Grin Again 3:00pm & 7:00pm, Sunday, April 14 at the Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. For tickets ($55 Reserved, $60 Premier) or more information, the public may visit www.montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.

Capitol Steps Tapes POLITICS TAKE A HOLIDAY Radio Special Before A Live Audience, December 14-15
by Julie Musbach - Nov 27, 2018


The Capitol Steps, the political musical satire group that has been putting the "mock" in democracy since 1981, will be taping their semi-annual public radio special, Politics Takes A Holiday, before a live audience on Friday and Saturday, December 14-15,  at 7:30PM, at the Amphitheater of the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, DC. 

The Capitol Steps Perform Every Friday And Saturday In Washington, DC
by Julie Musbach - Aug 9, 2018


The Capitol Steps, the political musical satire group that has been putting the "mock" in democracy since 1981, perform every Friday and Saturday at 7:30PM, at the Amphitheater of the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, DC.

Poway OnStage Announces The 2018/19 Professional Performance Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2018


"Country crooners, '80s hitmakers and man's best friend are among the headlining talent Poway OnStage have lined-up for their 2018/19 Professional Performance Series. This season we are delighted to welcome old friends and new talents to the Poway stage," says Poway OnStage President and CEO Michael Rennie.  "Returning Poway OnStage alum include perennial Poway favorites and equal opportunity offenders The Capitol Steps, guitar masters the Romeros; and celebrity talents from Dancing with the Stars and American Idol performing the all-new Motown with a Twist."  

CAPITOL STEPS Returns To The MAC, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2018


The Capitol Steps, known for putting the 'Mock' in democracy and being an 'equal opportunity offender,' returns to the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) to perform a mix of material from their newest album, 'Orange is the New Barack,' and traditional audience favorites Today, May 12 at 4 and 8 p.m.   

CAPITOL STEPS Returns To The MAC, 5/12
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2018


The Capitol Steps, known for putting the "Mock" in democracy and being an "equal opportunity offender," returns to the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) to perform a mix of material from their newest album, "Orange is the New Barack," and traditional audience favorites Saturday, May 12 at 4 and 8 p.m.   

THE CAPITOL STEPS, Premiere Political Musical Satire Troupe, Brings New Show To Spreckels Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2018


The Capitol Steps (http://www.capsteps.com), America's premiere political-musical-satire troupe, will appear at Spreckels Theatre in San Diego for just one show today, January 11, 2018 at 7:00 pm. The troupe will offer its newest show, Orange is the New Barack, a brand-new vaudeville-like comedy show with a mix of song and standup that lampoons our modern political leaders, taking on the major issues of the day and sharing songs from the group's newest album.

THE CAPITOL STEPS, Premiere Political Musical Satire Troupe, Brings New Show To Spreckels Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 2017


The Capitol Steps (http://www.capsteps.com), America's premiere political-musical-satire troupe, will appear at Spreckels Theatre in San Diego for just one show on Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 7:00 pm. The troupe will offer its newest show, Orange is the New Barack, a brand-new vaudeville-like comedy show with a mix of song and standup that lampoons our modern political leaders, taking on the major issues of the day and sharing songs from the group's newest album.

THE CAPITOL STEPS Are Coming to the Carolina Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2017


The Capitol Steps (www.capsteps.com), America's premiere political-musical-satire troupe to appear at the Carolina Theatre in Durham today, November 4th.

BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Evan Casey
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 3, 2017


Today's subject Evan Casey is currently living his theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre, his DC theatrical home base in An Act of God. The production runs through November 26.

Time to Give Thanks for THE CAPITOL STEPS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2017


Returning for their annual Thanksgiving weekend pilgrimage to Scottsdale, The Capitol Steps plan to bring down the House and Senate with their blend of sharp political satire set to popular music. The irreverent D.C.-based troupe will take the stage at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 24 and 25.

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