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Ages: 16+
Closing: August 19, 2018

Dave - 2018 Washington, DC (Regional) History , Info & More

From a Tony and Pulitzer Prize award-winning creative team comes the world-premiere musical comedy DAVE, adapted from the Oscar-nominated film. DAVE tells the story of high school teacher (and presidential lookalike) DAVE Kovic, who is hired by the Secret Service as a stand-in for the Commander-in-Chief. When the President falls ill under less than "presidential" circumstances, DAVE is thrust into the Oval Office to avoid a national scandal, and must find a way to gain the trust and love of the American people...and the First Lady.


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Olga Koch to Bring New Show FAT TOM CRUISE to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026


Comedian Olga Koch will perform her new show Fat Tom Cruise at Edinburgh Fringe's Pleasance Courtyard, followed by a UK and Ireland tour. The show explores masculinity, accountability, and storytelling.

Chrissy Metz to Make Broadway Debut in & JULIET in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026


Emmy & Golden Globe Award-nominated actress and singer Chrissy Metz will make her Broadway debut in & Juliet! Metz will star as ‘Angelique’ for a limited engagement.

HAUNTED, a Dance Opera by Paul Salerni & Dana Gioia Will Come to Sierra Madre Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026


Sierra Madre Playhouse will present HAUNTED, a one-act dance opera with music by Paul Salerni and libretto by former California Poet Laureate Dana Gioia, featuring baritone Rod Gilfrey and three dancers.

Avalon Reveals Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Theatre Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026


Avalon announced its Edinburgh Festival Fringe theatre programme, featuring Bryony Kimmings' BOG WITCH, Flo & Joan's ONE MAN MUSICAL, and the UK debut of new musical THE REAL KYLE McCARREN.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Celebrates Wrestling in New Promo for WrestleMania
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2026


The worlds of sports and musical theater are colliding in a new promotional video for WWE's WrestleMania. Ahead of its 2026 edition this month, Broadway's Lin-Manuel Miranda has shared an introduction he filmed for the pro-wrestling event.

Phillipa Soo Says Her Favorite HAMILTON Song Isn’t One She Performed
by Michael Major - Apr 14, 2026


Phillipa Soo has revealed her favorite Hamilton song – but it's not one she sang. The Tony-nominated original cast member of the hit musical recently divulged that her favorite song from the musical is 'Wait For It,' which is sung by Aaron Burr.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Direct Film Adaptation of OCTET
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026


Lin-Manuel Miranda is set to direct the musical film adaptation of Dave Malloy’s Octet. Casting has yet to be announced for the film, and will be forthcoming.

In Scena! Italian Theater Festival And Hystrio-Scritture Di Scena Present 6th Annual Translation And Adaption Mentorship
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026


In Scena! Italian Theater Festival and Hystrio-Scritture di Scena will present their 6th Annual Translation and Adaptation Mentorship, featuring playwright Francesca Becchetti and mentor Dave Johnson. A reading of Becchetti's play, Tekken Drama, will occur during the 2026 festival.

Duane Betts Extends Headline Tour Through Fall 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 23, 2026


Singer, songwriter and guitarist Duane Betts and his band Palmetto Motel will continue to tour through the fall, with newly confirmed stops at New York’s Gramercy Theatre, West Hollywood’s Troubadour, Raleigh’s Lincoln Theatre, and more.

Manhattan School Of Music Appoints Or Matias As Dean Of Musical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026


Manhattan School of Music has appointed Obie Award-winning composer, music supervisor, orchestrator, pianist, and educator Or Matias as Dean of the School’s Musical Theatre division.

David Morse Joins Fifth and Final Season of MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2026


Tony Award-nominated actor David Morse has joined the fifth and final season of Paramount+'s Mayor of Kingstown, which is now in production in Pittsburgh, PA.

Lineup Set For 54th Annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026


The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.

Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2026


What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. February is filled with world premieres featuring well-known stars. See the full list!

Janice McCune to Return to Don't Tell Mama With LET'S START TOMORROW TONIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025


This Winter, Janice McCune will reprise her solo cabaret debut Let's Start Tomorrow Tonight! The musical director and pianist is John Fischer, with Chris Bonner on bass, Zachary Eldridge on drums, and Lennie Watts serving as director.

Palm Beach Symphony Names Christopher M. De León As 2025 Instrumental Music Teacher Of The Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2025


Christopher M. De León, Director of Jazz Studies at Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts in West Palm Beach, has been named the 2025 Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year by Palm Beach Symphony.

Photos: Kandi Burruss Takes First Bows in & JULIET and Celebrates at After Party
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 16, 2025


Kandi Burruss has returned to the stage, appearing in the Broadway musical & Juliet. Check out photos from her curtain call, backstage, and after party at Sardi's below!

Review: Jessica Vosk Brings Music and Mirth to Berklee Performance Center With SLEIGH
by R. Scott Reedy - Dec 10, 2025


What did our critic think of JESSICA VOSK SLEIGH at Berklee Performance Center?

Gecko Celebrates 25 Years and makes its Sadler’s Wells East Debut With THE WEDDING
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025


Acclaimed physical theatre company Gecko makes its Sadler’s Wells East debut in January with The Wedding as part of MimeLondon 2026. Learn more here!

Feature: Ground Floor Theatre Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary
by Joni Lorraine - Dec 2, 2025


For ten years, Ground Floor Theatre has been one of Austin’s most intentional and boldly inclusive arts organizations, committed to producing theatre for everyone by centering stories and artists from underrepresented communities.

THE BIRD TRILOGY and HORSES Come To Soho Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025


Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominated comedian and cult clown Elf Lyons will bring two of her most celebrated shows to Soho Theatre's Main Theatre this winter, following hugely successful runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and beyond.

Citizens Theatre Reveals Associate Companies and Artists Programme Plus New Shows For 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025


The Citizens Theatre has announced a new initiative to support and collaborate with artists and theatre companies, alongside more productions in its reopening year.

BWW Q&A: Alexa Scott-Flaherty of STILL at CenterStage Theatre at the JCC of Greater Rochester
by Joshua Wright - Oct 29, 2025


Lost love is revisited when Helen and Mark reunite to catch up on old times. Is there still a spark? Have their separate paths finally aligned? Are the things that drove them apart still an obstacle? A charming, thoughtful, and outright funny new play that just may help us find common ground in a divided world.

PETER PAN Comes to Port Sunlight This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025


Family audiences are in for a swashbuckling adventure this Christmas when Peter Pan flies into Port Sunlight. The Dreamworld Entertainments pantomime comes to the Gladstone Theatre.

HAMNET, ETERNITY, & More Set for 14th Annual Key West Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 13, 2025


The 14th Annual Key West Film Festival features HAMNET, starring Paul Mescal, and ETERNITY, kicking off on November 12, 2025.

Feature: PIANO PORTRAITS: A PIANO DUET DIALOGUE Launches On October 11
by Debbie Hall - Oct 3, 2025


Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum’s RDA Performs will open the series will with Piano Portraits: A Piano Duet Dialogue, an intimate and dazzling program performed by RDA Performs Artistic Director Dr. Alexandria Le and Broadway legend Philip Fortenberry. Known for their artistry and natural chemistry, the two artists weave an exhilarating dialogue of colors, textures, and layers in a program that spans elegance, wit, and virtuosity.

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