Arena Stage
Address:
1101 Sixth Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
Arena Stage History
Founded August 16, 1950 in Washington by Zelda Fichandler, Tom Fichandler and Edward Mangum, Arena Stage is a flagship American theater. Arena Stage is one of the first nonprofit theaters in the U.S. and a pioneer of the regional theater movement. They were the first regional theater to transfer a production to Broadway, the first invited by the U.S. State Department to tour behind the Iron Curtain, and the first to receive the Regional Theater Tony Award. Taking a leadership role in extending theater’s horizons, they have implemented groundbreaking policies and programs, promoting diversity in all aspects of theater, from theatergoing to production.
Shows at the Arena Stage
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/13/2019 | - | 10/20/2019 | |
| 6/8/2012 | - | 7/29/2012 | |
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News
Video: THE FRUITS OF OUR LABOR Interview at Arena Stage
by Rachel Stone - Oct 11, 2026
Arena Stage shared an interview about THE FRUITS OF OUR LABOR, the Step Afrika! production now running at the Mead Center's Fichandler Stage through November 1.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 11, 2026
Arena Stage shared an interview about THE FRUITS OF OUR LABOR, the Step Afrika! production now running at the Mead Center's Fichandler Stage through November 1.
From Broadway to the Ballpark: The Baseball History of DAMN YANKEES
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 11, 2026
The upcoming production of the 1955 musical written by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross (music and lyrics) and Douglass Wallop and George Abbott (book) will star Neil Patrick Harris as Applegate, Julianne Hough as Lola, and Austin Scott as Young Joe Hardy. It will play Broadway’s Marquis Theatre, which incidentally, hosted the first revival of the show from 1994-1995. The 2027 production will be the second Broadway revival for the perennially popular property which has been a favorite in schools and communities since it made a splash during musical theatre’s Golden Age.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 11, 2026
The upcoming production of the 1955 musical written by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross (music and lyrics) and Douglass Wallop and George Abbott (book) will star Neil Patrick Harris as Applegate, Julianne Hough as Lola, and Austin Scott as Young Joe Hardy. It will play Broadway’s Marquis Theatre, which incidentally, hosted the first revival of the show from 1994-1995. The 2027 production will be the second Broadway revival for the perennially popular property which has been a favorite in schools and communities since it made a splash during musical theatre’s Golden Age.
Photos: ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN? In Rehearsal at Arena Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
Get a first look inside rehearsals for ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN? at Arena Stage, directed by Anna D. Shapiro and running October 17 through December 6, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
Get a first look inside rehearsals for ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN? at Arena Stage, directed by Anna D. Shapiro and running October 17 through December 6, 2026.
Interview: Theatre Life with Renea S. Brown
by Elliot Lanes - Oct 9, 2026
Today’s subject Renea S. Brown is currently living her theatre life onstage at Folger Theatre playing the role of Isabella in Psalmayene 24’s reimagining of Measure for Measure. The show runs through November 1st.
by Elliot Lanes - Oct 9, 2026
Today’s subject Renea S. Brown is currently living her theatre life onstage at Folger Theatre playing the role of Isabella in Psalmayene 24’s reimagining of Measure for Measure. The show runs through November 1st.
UNEXPECTEDLY FUNNY: IMPROV THEATER Class to Launch at Arena Stage
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Arena Stage will offer a seven-week improv class for adults covering foundational principles including active listening, ensemble building, and scene work, with no prior performance experience required.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Arena Stage will offer a seven-week improv class for adults covering foundational principles including active listening, ensemble building, and scene work, with no prior performance experience required.
Meet the Cast of A FEW GOOD MEN, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men, which will play at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of A Few Good Men here.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men, which will play at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of A Few Good Men here.
Lynn Nottage Joins the Pulitzer Board
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
2009 and 2017 Drama winner Lynn Nottage has joined the Pulitzer Board, the Administrator's Office announced. Learn more about Lynn Nottage and the board here.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
2009 and 2017 Drama winner Lynn Nottage has joined the Pulitzer Board, the Administrator's Office announced. Learn more about Lynn Nottage and the board here.
UNDERSIEGE to Present Black Women Voices at Detroit Public Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2026
Detroit Public Theatre will present a one-night reading of UNDERSIEGE, a collective work centering Black women and femmes, featuring Detroit Poet Laureate Jessica Care Moore and directed by Casaundra Freeman.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2026
Detroit Public Theatre will present a one-night reading of UNDERSIEGE, a collective work centering Black women and femmes, featuring Detroit Poet Laureate Jessica Care Moore and directed by Casaundra Freeman.
Video: Step Afrika!'s THE FRUITS OF OUR LABOR at Arena Stage
by Joshua Wright - Oct 1, 2026
Arena Stage shared a trailer for THE FRUITS OF OUR LABOR, the Step Afrika! production now running at the Mead Center's Fichandler Stage through November 1.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 1, 2026
Arena Stage shared a trailer for THE FRUITS OF OUR LABOR, the Step Afrika! production now running at the Mead Center's Fichandler Stage through November 1.
TRIUMPH, PHIL, HENRY IV, PARTS 1 & 2 & More Set for The Public Theater's 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The Public Theater revealed its 2026-27 season lineup, expanding to 18 productions. The season includes world premieres from playwright Caryl Churchill and theater company Elevator Repair Service, plus new works by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The Public Theater revealed its 2026-27 season lineup, expanding to 18 productions. The season includes world premieres from playwright Caryl Churchill and theater company Elevator Repair Service, plus new works by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen.
Cast Set for ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN? at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed the company for Are You Now or Have You Ever Been?, Eric Bentley’s political docudrama.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed the company for Are You Now or Have You Ever Been?, Eric Bentley’s political docudrama.
Theatre Washington to Host Advocacy Day with Elected Officials
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2026
Theatre Washington convenes elected officials, theatre-makers, and industry experts at Studio Theatre for advocacy training, panel discussions, and a live taping of City Cast DC's podcast on the state of DC-area theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2026
Theatre Washington convenes elected officials, theatre-makers, and industry experts at Studio Theatre for advocacy training, panel discussions, and a live taping of City Cast DC's podcast on the state of DC-area theatre.
The Cell Unveils 27 Resident Artists for 2027-28 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026
the cell in Chelsea will present 22 new projects from over 27 resident playwrights, composers, designers, and interdisciplinary artists developing new work through readings, workshops, and staged productions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026
the cell in Chelsea will present 22 new projects from over 27 resident playwrights, composers, designers, and interdisciplinary artists developing new work through readings, workshops, and staged productions.
Immersive Script Reading Club to Take Place at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026
Arena Stage will present SCRIPTED, an immersive script reading club examining Eric Bentley's political docudrama ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN?, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026
Arena Stage will present SCRIPTED, an immersive script reading club examining Eric Bentley's political docudrama ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN?, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro.
Photos/Video: DAMN YANKEES Reveals Broadway Return at Yankee Stadium
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2026
Live from Yankee Stadium, the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical classic Damn Yankees announced it will make its return to Broadway. Check out photos and videos from the announcement here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2026
Live from Yankee Stadium, the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical classic Damn Yankees announced it will make its return to Broadway. Check out photos and videos from the announcement here!
Neil Patrick Harris, Julianne Hough, & Austin Scott Will Lead DAMN YANKEES on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Sep 27, 2026
Damn Yankees is heading back to Broadway. Producers Lia Vollack, Haley Swindal, and Julie Boardman announced today that the seven-time Tony and Emmy Award-winning musical will return this spring, starring Tony Award and five-time Emmy Award winner Neil Patrick Harris as Applegate, Emmy Award winner Julianne Hough in her Broadway musical debut as Lola, and Austin Scott (Hamilton) as Young Joe.
by Joshua Wright - Sep 27, 2026
Damn Yankees is heading back to Broadway. Producers Lia Vollack, Haley Swindal, and Julie Boardman announced today that the seven-time Tony and Emmy Award-winning musical will return this spring, starring Tony Award and five-time Emmy Award winner Neil Patrick Harris as Applegate, Emmy Award winner Julianne Hough in her Broadway musical debut as Lola, and Austin Scott (Hamilton) as Young Joe.
Arena Stage to Host Playtime Pantomime Theater Class For Ages 3 -5
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
Arena Stage will present PLAYTIME PANTOMIME, an interactive theater class designed for children ages 3–5 using imaginative movement, games, and silent storytelling to introduce theater fundamentals.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
Arena Stage will present PLAYTIME PANTOMIME, an interactive theater class designed for children ages 3–5 using imaginative movement, games, and silent storytelling to introduce theater fundamentals.
Interview: Theatre Life with Reggie D. White
by Elliot Lanes - Sep 25, 2026
Today’s subject Reggie D. White is currently living his theatre life two fold. He is the Artistic Director of Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, only the third in the company’s 48 year history. He assumed the position in January of this year. That position is a full time job all by itself, but Reggie is also the director for the company’s current production of Venus. The show is the inaugural production for White’s first season as Artistic Director and plays through Oct 4th.
by Elliot Lanes - Sep 25, 2026
Today’s subject Reggie D. White is currently living his theatre life two fold. He is the Artistic Director of Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, only the third in the company’s 48 year history. He assumed the position in January of this year. That position is a full time job all by itself, but Reggie is also the director for the company’s current production of Venus. The show is the inaugural production for White’s first season as Artistic Director and plays through Oct 4th.
Arena Stage to Present Expressive Classroom Workshop For Educators
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
Arena Stage will offer a 4-hour professional development workshop for K-12 art and drama educators exploring how visual art and theater can strengthen student learning across science, math, and literacy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
Arena Stage will offer a 4-hour professional development workshop for K-12 art and drama educators exploring how visual art and theater can strengthen student learning across science, math, and literacy.
UNDERSIEGE to Present Collective Work of Black Women Voices
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026
National Black Theatre will present UNDERSIEGE, a staged reading featuring work from over 35 playwrights including Danai Gurira and Suzan-Lori Parks, at the Studio Museum in Harlem as part of the Fall of Freedom initiative.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026
National Black Theatre will present UNDERSIEGE, a staged reading featuring work from over 35 playwrights including Danai Gurira and Suzan-Lori Parks, at the Studio Museum in Harlem as part of the Fall of Freedom initiative.
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