Molly Smith of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Arena Stage
by Benjamin Tomchik - March 14, 2022
Catch Me If You Can is not Molly Smith’s first musical with a con artist at the heart of it. In 2012, she directed a hit production of The Music Man, whose main character, Professor Harold Hill, could give Abagnale a run for his money. What is it about these men who have the ability to make us see what we want, and to command the stage while doing so, that lends itself to the theater?
by Benjamin Tomchik - March 14, 2022
Catch Me If You Can is not Molly Smith’s first musical with a con artist at the heart of it. In 2012, she directed a hit production of The Music Man, whose main character, Professor Harold Hill, could give Abagnale a run for his money. What is it about these men who have the ability to make us see what we want, and to command the stage while doing so, that lends itself to the theater?
BWW Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Capital One Hall
by Hannah Wing - March 13, 2022
One cannot think about Fiddler on the Roof without the thought of tradition.
by Hannah Wing - March 13, 2022
One cannot think about Fiddler on the Roof without the thought of tradition.
BWW Review: ADA AND THE ENGINE at Avant Bard Theatre
by Megan Gray - March 11, 2022
The compelling story of Ada Lovelace is back at Avant Bard Theater after being postponed due to the pandemic for nearly two years. Ada and the Engine by Lauren Gunderson runs approximately two hours and is set in the midst of the British Industrial Revolution surrounding Ada (Dina Soltan), a young scientist/mathematician, and Charles Babbage (Matthew Pauli), her intellectual soul mate. Both Ada and Charles play a fundamental role in the creation of an “Analytical Engine”, the first resemblance of what a computer would be. While it was Charles who invented this powerful, calculating machine, it was Ada who gave it life and a soul by programming it.
by Megan Gray - March 11, 2022
The compelling story of Ada Lovelace is back at Avant Bard Theater after being postponed due to the pandemic for nearly two years. Ada and the Engine by Lauren Gunderson runs approximately two hours and is set in the midst of the British Industrial Revolution surrounding Ada (Dina Soltan), a young scientist/mathematician, and Charles Babbage (Matthew Pauli), her intellectual soul mate. Both Ada and Charles play a fundamental role in the creation of an “Analytical Engine”, the first resemblance of what a computer would be. While it was Charles who invented this powerful, calculating machine, it was Ada who gave it life and a soul by programming it.
Congressional Chorus' Announces 'Beautifully Human' Concert On 3/26
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Join the Congressional Chorus for its next live, in-person concert on Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. entitled “Beautifully Human” at the National City Christian Church in downtown DC.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Join the Congressional Chorus for its next live, in-person concert on Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. entitled “Beautifully Human” at the National City Christian Church in downtown DC.
Ethan Heard and Anika Chapin Join Signature's Artistic Team
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Signature will welcome Ethan Heard as Signature’s Associate Artistic Director and Anika Chapin as Director of Artistic Development.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Signature will welcome Ethan Heard as Signature’s Associate Artistic Director and Anika Chapin as Director of Artistic Development.
Washington Performing Arts and GALA Hispanic Theatre Present The World Premiere Of Migguel Anggelo's ENGLISH WITH AN ACCENT
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Venezuelan American performing artist, Migguel Anggelo, a rising force in the national theater scene will be debuting English with an Accent, a hybrid dance-theater work of original music that explores self-realization through the eyes of an anthropomorphized, immigrant caterpillar.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Venezuelan American performing artist, Migguel Anggelo, a rising force in the national theater scene will be debuting English with an Accent, a hybrid dance-theater work of original music that explores self-realization through the eyes of an anthropomorphized, immigrant caterpillar.
Mosaic Theater Company of DC Announces 2022-23 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Mosaic Theater Company of DC is proud to announce its compelling 2022/23 season, the first season selected and planned by Mosaic’s new Artistic Director, Reginald L. Douglas.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2022
Mosaic Theater Company of DC is proud to announce its compelling 2022/23 season, the first season selected and planned by Mosaic’s new Artistic Director, Reginald L. Douglas.
Expats Theatre Will Present CHRISTMAS EVE
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2022
Expats Theatre will present Christmas Eve - a gripping thriller by German-Austrian playwright and novelist Daniel Kehlmann, translated by Christopher Hampton.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2022
Expats Theatre will present Christmas Eve - a gripping thriller by German-Austrian playwright and novelist Daniel Kehlmann, translated by Christopher Hampton.
BWW Review: SHE LOVES ME at Signature Theatre
by David Friscic - March 10, 2022
A creamy confection drenched with a masterful book by Joe Masteroff, the classic rom com of musicals She Loves Me moves with amorous and sparkling abandon at the acclaimed Signature Theatre. A large ensemble cast delivers the goods in this superb intermingling of old-world charm and contemporary relevance. The race for romance is on and this production feels like a breezy interlude from the cares of the world thanks to the meticulous synchronization of every element of this classic musical. Under the Direction of Matthew Gardiner, professional polish and pizazz permeates every facet of this production.
by David Friscic - March 10, 2022
A creamy confection drenched with a masterful book by Joe Masteroff, the classic rom com of musicals She Loves Me moves with amorous and sparkling abandon at the acclaimed Signature Theatre. A large ensemble cast delivers the goods in this superb intermingling of old-world charm and contemporary relevance. The race for romance is on and this production feels like a breezy interlude from the cares of the world thanks to the meticulous synchronization of every element of this classic musical. Under the Direction of Matthew Gardiner, professional polish and pizazz permeates every facet of this production.
HI, ARE YOU SINGLE? World Premiere to be Presented by Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company & IAMA Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2022
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, in association with IAMA Theatre Company, will present HI, ARE YOU SINGLE?, written and performed by Ryan J. Haddad. Hilarious, vulnerable, and in-your-face provocative, Ryan explores the complicated world of dating from his unique perspective as a gay man living with cerebral palsy.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2022
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, in association with IAMA Theatre Company, will present HI, ARE YOU SINGLE?, written and performed by Ryan J. Haddad. Hilarious, vulnerable, and in-your-face provocative, Ryan explores the complicated world of dating from his unique perspective as a gay man living with cerebral palsy.
Theater J Announces 32nd Season
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2022
Theater J has announced Theater J’s 32nd season, which includes five plays and a bonus return engagement of a musical masterpiece.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2022
Theater J has announced Theater J’s 32nd season, which includes five plays and a bonus return engagement of a musical masterpiece.
NOW Honors Nelson Mandela With World Premiere Of MADIBA: WATCHING THE SUNSET
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2022
On Thursday, March 17 at 7:30pm, New Orchestra of Washington (NOW) presents MADIBA: WATCHING THE SUNSET, a concert to honor the legacy of South African anti-apartheid leader and activist Nelson Mandela, who was known as Madiba, a term of respect and affection. The concert will be held at The Kennedy Center's Terrace Theater and will feature a world premiere by South African composer, Mokale Koapeng.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2022
On Thursday, March 17 at 7:30pm, New Orchestra of Washington (NOW) presents MADIBA: WATCHING THE SUNSET, a concert to honor the legacy of South African anti-apartheid leader and activist Nelson Mandela, who was known as Madiba, a term of respect and affection. The concert will be held at The Kennedy Center's Terrace Theater and will feature a world premiere by South African composer, Mokale Koapeng.
DC Strings Orchestra Plans Flash-Mob Concert To Benefit Ukrainian Relief Organizations
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
DC Strings Orchestra and the Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra are uniting to host a benefit concert to support the people of Ukraine. The flash-mob style performance is open to area musicians who want to join the cause and lift their instruments with the orchestra and raise their voices in support.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
DC Strings Orchestra and the Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra are uniting to host a benefit concert to support the people of Ukraine. The flash-mob style performance is open to area musicians who want to join the cause and lift their instruments with the orchestra and raise their voices in support.
Washington Ballet Announces DANCE FOR ALL Free Citywide Classes, Events, and Performances
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
The Washington Ballet announces the return of Dance For All, one of the company’s signature community initiatives, March 22 through April 25. The third annual Dance for All features more than 20 free events and activities for all ages, in all eight wards, including free interactive classes, performances by Company dancers, panel discussions and more.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
The Washington Ballet announces the return of Dance For All, one of the company’s signature community initiatives, March 22 through April 25. The third annual Dance for All features more than 20 free events and activities for all ages, in all eight wards, including free interactive classes, performances by Company dancers, panel discussions and more.
Theatre Prometheus Announces 2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
Join Theatre Prometheus for The Cassette Shop by Asif Majid, and Motherhood and Other Fractured Fairytales by Madeleine Regina, premiering at the Anacostia Arts Center, and follow the journey to select a director for our signature Pitch Your Passion initiative.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
Join Theatre Prometheus for The Cassette Shop by Asif Majid, and Motherhood and Other Fractured Fairytales by Madeleine Regina, premiering at the Anacostia Arts Center, and follow the journey to select a director for our signature Pitch Your Passion initiative.
ON YOUR FEET! Spanish Language Production Will Premiere at GALA Hispanic Theatre in May
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
The world premiere of the Spanish production of On Your Feet! will be at GALA Hispanic Theatre in May.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
The world premiere of the Spanish production of On Your Feet! will be at GALA Hispanic Theatre in May.
Peace Educator Holds Talkback With Teen Actors At Tysons Corner Center
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
Traveling Players Ensemble performs Euripides' ancient revenge tragedy Hecuba, followed by a discussion led by American University Professor Barbara Wien, on Saturday March 12 at the Traveling Players Studio in Tysons Corner Center.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
Traveling Players Ensemble performs Euripides' ancient revenge tragedy Hecuba, followed by a discussion led by American University Professor Barbara Wien, on Saturday March 12 at the Traveling Players Studio in Tysons Corner Center.
Global Climate Storytelling Project WE HEAR YOU—A CLIMATE ARCHIVE Launches
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2022
Dramaten (The Royal Dramatic Theatre of Sweden), The Earth Commons-Georgetown University's Institute for Environment and Sustainability, The Embassy of Sweden in Washington, DC, and The Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics announce the launch of We Hear You-A Climate Archive, co-conceived by Caitlin Nasema Cassidy and Jacob Hirdwall.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2022
Dramaten (The Royal Dramatic Theatre of Sweden), The Earth Commons-Georgetown University's Institute for Environment and Sustainability, The Embassy of Sweden in Washington, DC, and The Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics announce the launch of We Hear You-A Climate Archive, co-conceived by Caitlin Nasema Cassidy and Jacob Hirdwall.
BWW Review: MRS. WARREN'S PROFESSION Provokes and Delights at Washington Stage Guild
by Morgan Musselman - March 07, 2022
Appearing at the Washington Stage Guild again, thirty-one years after the company first produced it, MRS. WARRENS PROFESSION is a witty, biting, and poignant story that remains as relevant today as when it was first penned by George Bernard Shaw in 1893.
by Morgan Musselman - March 07, 2022
Appearing at the Washington Stage Guild again, thirty-one years after the company first produced it, MRS. WARRENS PROFESSION is a witty, biting, and poignant story that remains as relevant today as when it was first penned by George Bernard Shaw in 1893.
BWW Review: WRITTEN IN STONE at Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theater
by Mary Lincer - March 07, 2022
The Washington National Opera has gathered a company of first rate singers for a portmanteau of four, one-act operas called Written in Stone. Unfortunately, their fine skills and exceptional voices cannot make silk purses out of scores, libretti, and orchestrations that evade aesthetics, emphasize negatives, and ignore the connection implicit in musical theatre between the notes and the text. This world première requires an orchestra to seem to be playing a piece of music that is not the same piece of music as the singers are singing. The last time this many groups of unfriendly instruments had a gig in a first run house was probably PDQ Bach's last show in Carnegie Hall. Gesamtkunstwerk this isn't, and it lasts for two and a half hours.
by Mary Lincer - March 07, 2022
The Washington National Opera has gathered a company of first rate singers for a portmanteau of four, one-act operas called Written in Stone. Unfortunately, their fine skills and exceptional voices cannot make silk purses out of scores, libretti, and orchestrations that evade aesthetics, emphasize negatives, and ignore the connection implicit in musical theatre between the notes and the text. This world première requires an orchestra to seem to be playing a piece of music that is not the same piece of music as the singers are singing. The last time this many groups of unfriendly instruments had a gig in a first run house was probably PDQ Bach's last show in Carnegie Hall. Gesamtkunstwerk this isn't, and it lasts for two and a half hours.
Photos/Videos: First Look at Christian Thompson, Nehal Joshi, and More in CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2022
Catch Me If You Can begins performances tonight, March 4, at the Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. The musical features a book by Terrence McNally, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman and based on the Dreamworks Motion Picture.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2022
Catch Me If You Can begins performances tonight, March 4, at the Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. The musical features a book by Terrence McNally, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman and based on the Dreamworks Motion Picture.
Theatre Life with Michael Rothhaar
by Elliot Lanes - March 03, 2022
DC’S little jewel of a theatre company Washington Stage Guild (WSG) was built on producing the works of George Bernard Shaw. In its long and distinguished history of producing high quality theatre the company has produced over thirty productions of Shaw’s work.
by Elliot Lanes - March 03, 2022
DC’S little jewel of a theatre company Washington Stage Guild (WSG) was built on producing the works of George Bernard Shaw. In its long and distinguished history of producing high quality theatre the company has produced over thirty productions of Shaw’s work.
Renée Fleming, Al Gore & More to be Featured in COAL + ICE Events
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2022
Asia Society and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced initial programming for a six-week festival of events paired with the East Coast premiere of COAL + ICE, a documentary photography exhibition that brings together the work of over 50 photographers and video artists from around the world.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2022
Asia Society and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced initial programming for a six-week festival of events paired with the East Coast premiere of COAL + ICE, a documentary photography exhibition that brings together the work of over 50 photographers and video artists from around the world.
Ira Glass and Herbie Hancock to Return to the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2022
Ira Glass and Herbie Hancock will return to the Kennedy Center Sunday, June 5, 2022, and Friday, June 10, 2022, in the Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2022
Ira Glass and Herbie Hancock will return to the Kennedy Center Sunday, June 5, 2022, and Friday, June 10, 2022, in the Concert Hall.
Theater Alliance & IN Series Produce POETRY FOR THE PEOPLE: THE JUNE JORDAN EXPERIENCE
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2022
The upcoming co-production of John Adams' I Was Looking at the Ceiling and Then I Saw the Sky, from IN Series and Theater Alliance, is the latest in a swath of area theater postponements due to the region's COVID-19 transmission numbers.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2022
The upcoming co-production of John Adams' I Was Looking at the Ceiling and Then I Saw the Sky, from IN Series and Theater Alliance, is the latest in a swath of area theater postponements due to the region's COVID-19 transmission numbers.
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Guys and Dolls
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Catch Me If You Can
Shenandoah Conservatory (2/26 - 3/1) | |
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How Shakespeare Saved My Life
Folger Shakespeare Library (6/9 - 7/5) | |
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Indecent
1st Stage (6/4 - 6/21) | |
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Moulin Rouge!
Kennedy Center [Eisenhower Theatre] (6/16 - 7/5) | |
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As You Like It
Folger Shakespeare Library (3/10 - 4/12) | |
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Visiting Mr. Green by Jeff Baron
ARTfactory (2/27 - 3/8) | |
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Chez Joey
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater (1/30 - 3/15) | |
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White Christmas
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts (11/5 - 12/28) | |
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