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Theater J Reschedules STORIES FROM THE BRINK Due to Weatherby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(01/22/2026) - Theater J has canceled its scheduled performances for January 24 and 25 due to a predicted winter storm. The affected performances of STORIES FROM THE BRINK: MY FESTIVE NEAR-DEATH ADVENTURES will be rescheduled for the following weekend.
Theatre Washington Unveils 2026 Victor Shargai Leadership Award Recipientsby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(01/22/2026) - Theatre Washington has announced the recipients of the 2026 Victor Shargai Leadership Award, honoring leadership and service within the Washington, DC-area theatre community.
BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Comes to 1st Stageby Stephi Wild - Washington, DC
(01/21/2026) - 1st Stage will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning play BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY by Stephen Adly Guirgis, exploring complex themes with humor and drama.
The Roguish Players to Present New Comedy ROMEO & JULIET & THEIR FRIEND MARIOby Gillian Blum - Washington, DC
(01/18/2026) - The Roguish Players' production of the new comedy Romeo & Juliet & Their Friend Mario will run at The Great Falls Grange from January 30 to February 1.
Round House Theatre Unveils Lineup for 2026 Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festivalby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(01/16/2026) - Round House Theatre will present the 2026 Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festival The fifth annual festival of new work will feature the world premiere of Nothing Up My Sleeve, and more.
Shakespeare Theatre Company to Host 37th Annual Mock Trial Centered on OTHELLOby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(01/14/2026) - Shakespeare Theatre Company will present the 37th annual Mock Trial at Harman Hall. This event features an esteemed bench, often presided over by current or retired members of the U.S. Supreme Court, deliberating over a fictional case.
Arena Stage Reveals Cast and Creative Team For INHERIT THE WINDby Stephi Wild - Washington, DC
(01/14/2026) - Rooted in the real-life Scopes “Monkey” Trial, this courtroom drama by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee chronicles a legal battle over science, religion, and the right to think freely, as the small-town case is thrust into the national spotlight.
National Chamber Ensemble To Present CHORDS OF DESIRE: BROADWAY AND OPERA FAVORITES This Valentine's Dayby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(01/13/2026) - The National Chamber Ensemble will present a special Valentine's Day concert in Washington DC, featuring a selection of romantic classics. This event offers a perfect evening of music and celebration.
Ford's Theatre Unveils 1776 Cast and Creative Teamby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(01/13/2026) - Ford's Theatre announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of 1776, set to open in spring 2026. The historic venue will host this revival, bringing a fresh perspective to the classic American musical.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME to be Presented by Selah Theatre Projectby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(01/12/2026) - Selah Theatre Project is bringing one of the most influential contemporary American plays to the Shenandoah Valley this winter with What the Constitution Means to Me by Heidi Schreck.
Folger Theatre Unveils Full Lineup Of Talks, Workshops, And Celebrations for READING ROOM FESTIVALby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(01/09/2026) - Folger Theatre has revealed the complete lineup of events included in the fourth annual Reading Room Festival, a public celebration exploring how Shakespeare's works are adapted, translated, and reimagined for the stage today.
UNOFFICIAL LATE NIGHT to Perform at The Kennedy Centerby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(01/08/2026) - Unofficial Late Night, DC's bold, fast-rising comedy show, will make its national debut, with a live and livestreamed performance on the Millennium Stage at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
The From-Home Fest Returns For A Third Yearby Stephi Wild - Washington, DC
(01/08/2026) - After the inaugural Fest drew audiences from all over the country and even overseas - and earned award recognition for multiple shows and artists - the Fest is back for a 3rd year.
Keegan Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team Of JOHN DOEby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(01/07/2026) - The Keegan Theatre will present the world premiere of John Doe by Angelle Whavers, running January 31 through February 22, 2026, as part of its Boiler Room Series initiative for new works.
ARTfactory To Present Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre TROUBLE IN DEADWOODby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(01/06/2026) - ARTfactory will present Trouble in Deadwood, an interactive murder mystery dinner theatre experience, at the Wind River Theater. Proceeds from the event support ARTfactory.
Photos: Alex Finke Leads IN CLAY at Signature Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(12/17/2025) - Get a first look at photos of Signature Theatre's American premiere of new musical In Clay, with book and lyrics by Rebecca Simmonds and music and lyrics by Jack Miles.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STORY OF CHRISTMAS at Olney Theatreby Doug Poms - Washington, DC
(12/12/2025) - What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STORY OF CHRISTMAS at Olney Theatre? Olney Theatre continues its lovely tradition of its annual rendering of Paul Morella’s one-person adaptation of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas.” Now in its 16th year, this rendition of the classic continues to delight audiences. For the second year, DC area veteran actor Michael Russotto masterfully performs all of the almost-fifty characters in the story. This production not only features a fine adaptation of the novella and a stellar performance by Mr. Russotto but also top-notch productions values. The show is full of humor, pathos, charm and fun.
Photos: Hayley Podschun, Julie Benko and More Star in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Companyby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
(12/03/2025) - Sakespeare Theatre Company has released photos of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello.
Photos: Douglas Sills and More in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Signature Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(11/12/2025) - Fiddler on the Roof is now playing at Signature Theatre! Based on the stories by Sholem Aleichem, the production will be directed by Joe Calarco and stars Douglas Sills as Tevye. See photos!
Photos: Bradley Gibson, Jerrika Hinton and the Cast of FREMONT AVE. at Arena Stageby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(10/08/2025) - Arena Stage will present Fremont Ave., a searing and soulful new dramatic-comedy where three generations of Black men face off against masculinity, identity, and the weight of silence passed down. Get a first look at the cast here!
Photos: First Look at STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY at Signature Theatreby Nicole Rosky - Washington, DC
(10/01/2025) - Next up at Signature Theatre is the DC premiere of Strategic Love Play, written by Miriam Battye (HBO’s Succession, HBO’s Harry Potter). The production will be directed by Signature Theatre Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner. Check out photos here!
Photos: SUFFS North American Tour Marches Onby Stephi Wild - Broadway
(09/30/2025) - Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of SUFFS, which officially opened in Seattle, WA at The 5th Avenue Theatre on Friday, September 19, 2025. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here!
Photos: First Look at Arena Stage's Revised DAMN YANKEESby Nicole Rosky - Broadway
(09/22/2025) - Now running at Arena Stage is a revival of Damn Yankees, running through November 9, 2025, in the Fichandler Theater. Check out a first look at the star-studded cast in action!
Photos: Meet the Cast of the STEREOPHONIC National Tourby Jennifer Broski - Broadway
(09/18/2025) - The U.S. National Tour of Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, is getting ready to hit the road! The company just met the press and BroadwayWorld was there for the big day! Check out photos here.
Photos: Felicia Curry and More in MERRY WIVES at Shakespeare Theatre Companyby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(09/12/2025) - Shakespeare Theatre Company is presenting Merry Wives. The first show of STC’s forthcoming 40th Anniversary Season, Merry Wives is adapted by Jocelyn Bioh. Get a first look at photos here!
Photos: Meet the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS National Tourby Jennifer Broski - Broadway
(08/28/2025) - Rehearsals are officially underway for the North American tour of The Outsiders, the Tony Award winning Best Musical. The cast just met the press and we have photos here!
Photos: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Tour Gets Ready to Hit the Roadby Jennifer Broski - Broadway
(08/21/2025) - Rehearsals have officially begun for the upcoming North American tour of The Sound of Music. Cast members Cayleigh Capaldi, Christiane Noll, and more gave BroadwayWorld an inside look at numbers from the beloved musical, including the iconic 'Do-Re-Mi' and 'My Favorite Things.' Check out photos from inside the event here!
Photos: PLAY ON! at Signature Theatre First Look Imagesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
(08/20/2025) - Signature Theatre is now presenting Play On!, a musical based on Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night, set to the syncopated soundtrack of Duke Ellington’s greatest hits. Get a first look at photos here!
Photos: Adil Mansoor's AMM(I)GONE First Look at Theater MUby Chloe Rabinowitz - Washington, DC
(07/01/2025) - Theater maker, director, and performer Adil Mansoor explores family tension, queerness, and faith in Amm(i)gone, now playing at Theater Mu. The one-person play is an interpretation of Sophocles's Greek tragedy, Antigone. See photos!
Photos: Senators Host LOVE IS LOVE Pride Celebration at the Kennedy Centerby Joshua Wright - Broadway
(06/24/2025) - On June 23rd U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper, Tammy Baldwin, Elizabeth Warren, Jacky Rosen, and Brian Schatz hosted a Pride celebration and musical performance titled Love is Love, which was produced by acclaimed Broadway producer Jeffrey Seller, at the Kennedy Center’s Justice Forum.
Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at National Theatreby Alexander C. Kafka - Washington, DC
(06/18/2025) - The tale sometimes tilts toward melodrama but is deeply moving all the same. The brisk, shimmering touring production honors its iconic and abundant Motown source material.
Photos: FALSETTOS At the Keegan Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(05/14/2025) - The Keegan Theatre has released photos of its production of the Tony Award-winning musical FALSETTOS, by the legendary duo William Finn and James Lapine.
Photos: #CHARLOTTESVILLE Playing at the The Keegan Theatreby Emmy Rice - Washington, DC
(03/23/2025) - #Charlottesville, a world premiere written and performed by Priyanka Shetty, is now open at the Keegan Theatre in Washington, D.C. Check here for the photos.
Photos: CHICKEN AND BISCUITS At NextStop Theatre Companyby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(03/14/2025) - NextStop Theatre Company invites audiences to pull up a chair for Chicken & Biscuits, the hit Broadway comedy by Douglas Lyons, running March 15 through April 6, with previews on March 13 and 14. See photos from the production.
Photos: 3:16 Premieres In Burke, Virginiaby Emmy Rice - Washington, DC
(03/09/2025) - The premiere of 3:16, an opera by six acclaimed composers, took place at Burke United Methodist Church on Friday, March 7. Check here for the photos of the production.
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