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Caridad Martinez To Join The Washington School Of Ballet 2026 Summer Intensive Faculty
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/26/2026) - Caridad Martinez will join The Washington School of Ballet’s 2026 Summer Intensive as guest faculty. The American Ballet Theatre educator and former National Ballet of Cuba principal will teach during the first week of the Washington, D.C.-based program.

Wolf Trap Awards Grants to 13 DC Area Educators for Arts Projects
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/25/2026) - Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has awarded grants to 13 teachers at public high schools and middle schools in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC to fund theater, music, and dance projects in their classrooms.

1st Stage Mourns Passing of Artist and Board Member William T. Newman, Jr.
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/19/2026) - 1st Stage in Tysons, VA will present BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY February 26–March 15, 2026, following the passing of cast member William T. Newman, Jr. Addison Switzer will assume the role of Walter “Pops” Washington.

Arena Stage Honors Chairman Phil Mendelson With The American Voice Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/19/2026) - Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presented the American Voice Award to District of Columbia City Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, as part of the Opening Night celebration for Chez Joey.

APPROPRIATE Comes to the Olney Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Washington, DC

(02/19/2026) - Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' comedy Appropriate gets an intimate production in Olney Theatre Center's 148-seat Multiz-Gudelsky Theatre Lab, directed by the theatre's artistic director, Jason Loewith.

Arena Stage Marks 75th Anniversary with New Play Festival in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Washington, DC

(02/18/2026) - Arena Stage will present a New Play Festival from February 27 to March 1, 2026, featuring works by notable playwrights to celebrate its 75th anniversary.

CYT Fredericksburg Will Present HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL This Season
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/16/2026) - CYT Fredericksburg will present HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL at Spotsylvania High School in February and March. The youth production features direction by Kelly Hayes and performances from local students. Tickets are available online and at the door.

Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Washington National Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway

(02/16/2026) - Washington National Opera has revealed new venues and dates for its production of Bernstein's West Side Story, which will star Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel.

Folger Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For William Shakespeare’s AS YOU LIKE IT
by Gillian Blum - Washington, DC

(02/14/2026) - Folger Theatre announced the cast and creative team of William Shakespeare's As You Like It, on stage at the Folger's Elizabethan-style Theatre on Capitol Hill from March 10 through April 12, 2026.

MEET VERA STARK By Lynn Nottage to Open At Laurel Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/13/2026) - Laurel Mill Playhouse will present 'MEET VERA STARK' by Lynn Nottage, exploring the life of Vera Stark, an African American maid and aspiring actress, from February 20 to March 15, 2026. Directed by Lorraine Brooks and produced by Maureen Rogers, the play delves into Stark's complex relationship with her employer, a fading white Hollywood star.

National Chamber Ensemble to Present CHORDS OF DESIRE: BROADWAY AND OPERA FAVORITES
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/12/2026) - The National Chamber Ensemble will present a special Valentine's concert this Saturday, offering a memorable evening of music. Attendees are encouraged to confirm their attendance for ticket reservations.

GALA Theatre to Stage Bilingual Children's Play SÉNECA, RATÓN DE BIBLIOTECA in March
by Stephi Wild - Washington, DC

(02/12/2026) - GALA Theatre will continue its 50th anniversary season with GALita's production for young audiences Séneca, ratón de biblioteca (Séneca, The Library Mouse), a bilingual play by Chilean playwright Jorge Díaz.

Mosaic Theater Company Will Present YOUNG JOHN LEWIS: PRODIGY OF PROTEST
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/11/2026) - Mosaic Theater Company will stage 'YOUNG JOHN LEWIS: PRODIGY OF PROTEST,' exploring the early activism of the civil rights leader. The production aims to highlight pivotal moments in Lewis's youth that shaped his future.

Arena Stage to Host CHEZ JOEY AFTER HOURS: A ‘40s Jazz Soirée
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/11/2026) - Arena Stage will host CHEZ JOEY AFTER HOURS: A ‘40s Jazz Soirée following a performance at the Mead Center in Washington, D.C. The immersive nightclub event features live jazz and vintage-themed performances inspired by Pal Joey.

THE HAUNTED BOY PROJECT Album Release Show to Take Place at Joe’s Movement Emporium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/11/2026) - The Haunted Boy Project rock opera, inspired by a real 1940s demonic possession case, will release its full album on streaming platforms.

Spotlight Kidz to Perform at Walk for Peace Closing Ceremony at Lincoln Memorial
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/11/2026) - Spotlight Kidz, a group of young vocalists, will perform at the Walk for Peace closing ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.. The event marks the end of a 108-day, 2,300-mile pilgrimage by Buddhist monks advocating for peace and unity.

Daniel Sloss Unveils BITTER North American Theater Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - Philadelphia

(02/10/2026) - Internationally acclaimed and award-winning Scottish comedian, Daniel Sloss, has announced North American theater tour dates for his brand-new show, Daniel Sloss: BITTER.

Arad Dabiri's PRESSURE! to Have US Premiere at ExPats Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/09/2026) - ExPats Theatre will present the live stage production of Pressure!, the debut play by emerging Austrian-Iranian writer Arad Dabiri. The cast includes Sacha Marvin as Murat and more.

Silver Spring Stage Will Premiere Live Reading of AOC AND THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE 2028 ELECTION, PART ONE
by Stephi Wild - Washington, DC

(02/09/2026) - From Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Donald Trump, J.D. Vance to Zohran Mamdani and all the powerful in-between, Gary Morgenstein's new play AOC and The Untold Story of the 2028 Election, Part One, makes fun of everyone.

Noreen Major Appointed as Chief Development Officer at Arena Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/06/2026) - Arena Stage has appointed Noreen Major as its new Chief Development Officer, effective February 2026. Major brings extensive experience in fundraising and development, poised to enhance the theater's growth and outreach.

Omnium Circus Kicks Off 2026 National Tour in D.C. with Mandy Harvey
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/05/2026) - Omnium Circus will begin its 2026 National Tour at Washington D.C.'s Warner Theatre on March 1, featuring Mandy Harvey as co-Ringmaster. The show, 'I'm Possible', highlights extraordinary talents and inclusivity, offering performances accessible in both English and American Sign Language.

Betsy Struxness of HAMILTON to Perform Solo Cabaret UNDER THE INFLUENCE
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/05/2026) - Betsy Struxness will present her solo cabaret UNDER THE INFLUENCE at Barrel House Bar and Cafe in Washington, D.C. The performance explores her theatre career through songs by her musical influences.

Arena Stage Partners With Thrive DC And Georgetown Ministry Center On 75 ACTS FOR 75 YEARS
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/03/2026) - Arena Stage, in collaboration with Thrive DC and Georgetown Ministry Center, will launch '75 Acts for 75 Years' to mark its 75th anniversary with a series of community service initiatives starting February 11.

Signature Theatre Will Present New Musical SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/03/2026) - Signature Theatre will present Safety Not Guaranteed, a new indie-rock musical by Ryan Miller of Guster and book writer Nick Blaemire. Based on the 2012 film, the production explores time travel, regret, and risk through a contemporary musical lens.

National Chamber Ensemble To Present CHORDS OF DESIRE: BROADWAY AND OPERA FAVORITES
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/02/2026) - The National Chamber Ensemble will present CHORDS OF DESIRE, a captivating musical event, in February 2026. This performance promises to showcase a blend of classical and contemporary pieces.

THE BURNS PROJECT Embarks on U.S. Tour This March
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(02/02/2026) - The Burns Project, a verbatim theatre work by James Clements, will tour historic venues in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Chicago. The immersive production examines the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns using archival material from the National Trust for Scotland. Performances will take place in March.

Actors Theatre for Young Audiences to Stage THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA in Manassas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/02/2026) - Actors Theatre for Young Audiences will present The Princess and the Pea, a professional theatre production for children. Through hilarious mischief, the question remains: will the true princess be found-one who can pass every test?

Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory to Present VISITING MR. GREEN in Manassas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC

(02/02/2026) - Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory will present Visitng Mr. Green, a drama about unexpected friendship and understanding, featuring performances on select dates.

Theater Alliance to Host HOTHOUSE NEW WORKS BLOCK PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC

(01/29/2026) - Theater Alliance will present the Hothouse New Works Block Party, showcasing new theatrical pieces and fostering creative dialogue. The event is set for 2026, inviting audiences to experience fresh performances and artistic innovation.




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