APO to Present The NextGen National Competition Semi Finals via Broadcast
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
The American Pops Orchestra will present the semi-final round of its 5th Annual NextGen National Competition: Finding the Voices of Tomorrow. The event is being shared with the public through a private broadcast on Saturday, January 29 from 8-9 p.m. ET.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
The American Pops Orchestra will present the semi-final round of its 5th Annual NextGen National Competition: Finding the Voices of Tomorrow. The event is being shared with the public through a private broadcast on Saturday, January 29 from 8-9 p.m. ET.
BWW Review: SAM AND DEDE, OR MY DINNER WITH ANDRE THE GIANT at Washington Stage Guild
by Tavish Young - January 17, 2022
Sam and Dede is an honest show about a fictionalized truth. It explores the friendship between two famed artists, and their charming shared history.
by Tavish Young - January 17, 2022
Sam and Dede is an honest show about a fictionalized truth. It explores the friendship between two famed artists, and their charming shared history.
Save 50% on DEAR MAPEL at Mosaic Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
Special Offer - Save 50% on Dear Mapel at Mosaic Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
Special Offer - Save 50% on Dear Mapel at Mosaic Theater
Kennedy Center & Washington National Opera to Present World Premiere of WRITTEN IN STONE
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
A surveyor ponders the meaning of memory and monuments. A young girl scout seeks a place for herself in history. A Black father and son find themselves on opposite sides of a same-sex marriage rally. And the vision of 22-year-old Asian American undergraduate Maya Lin is the catalyst for a reappraisal of the Vietnam War.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
A surveyor ponders the meaning of memory and monuments. A young girl scout seeks a place for herself in history. A Black father and son find themselves on opposite sides of a same-sex marriage rally. And the vision of 22-year-old Asian American undergraduate Maya Lin is the catalyst for a reappraisal of the Vietnam War.
Winners Announced For The BroadwayWorld 2021 Washington, DC Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2022
Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2022
Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Theater J Launches EXPANDING THE CANON: A Commission Program For Racially And Ethnically Diverse Jewish Playwrights
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Theater J, the nation's largest and most prominent Jewish theater, announces an exciting new program, “Expanding the Canon” which will commission seven extraordinary racially and ethnically diverse Jewish writers to create new full-length plays that thematically and visually center diverse Jewish narratives.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Theater J, the nation's largest and most prominent Jewish theater, announces an exciting new program, “Expanding the Canon” which will commission seven extraordinary racially and ethnically diverse Jewish writers to create new full-length plays that thematically and visually center diverse Jewish narratives.
Center For The Arts Reschedules Performances By Camille A. Brown & Dancers and Kristin Chenoweth
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Center for the Arts at George Mason University announced today it has rescheduled upcoming performances for two artists previously scheduled in January and February 2022.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Center for the Arts at George Mason University announced today it has rescheduled upcoming performances for two artists previously scheduled in January and February 2022.
Kennedy Center and National Symphony Orchestra Announce The John Williams 90th Birthday Celebration
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Kennedy Center and the National Symphony Orchestra announced today the official celebration of John Williams’s 90th birthday with a three-day festival in June honoring the beloved American composer.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Kennedy Center and the National Symphony Orchestra announced today the official celebration of John Williams’s 90th birthday with a three-day festival in June honoring the beloved American composer.
Kennedy Center to Present Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
The acclaimed Ailey American Dance Theater returns February 1-6 to the Kennedy Center Opera House stage, led by Robert Battle on his 10th anniversary as Artistic Director, with seven performances featuring a mix of new productions, a D.C. premiere, and enduring favorites.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
The acclaimed Ailey American Dance Theater returns February 1-6 to the Kennedy Center Opera House stage, led by Robert Battle on his 10th anniversary as Artistic Director, with seven performances featuring a mix of new productions, a D.C. premiere, and enduring favorites.
The Black Genius Foundation Announces New Brain Trust
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
The Black Genius Foundation (TBGF) - the organization which celebrates and invests in the intellectual and creative genius of Black artists, arts professionals, and arts organizations - today announces its new Black Genius Brain Trust.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
The Black Genius Foundation (TBGF) - the organization which celebrates and invests in the intellectual and creative genius of Black artists, arts professionals, and arts organizations - today announces its new Black Genius Brain Trust.
Theatre Washington Announces Unified Extension of Covid-19 Safety Requirements at Area Theatres
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
Theatre Washington, in coordination with their partner theatres, announces an extension and updates to the previously implemented policies requiring vaccination and mask-wearing at theatre venues across the Washington, DC region.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
Theatre Washington, in coordination with their partner theatres, announces an extension and updates to the previously implemented policies requiring vaccination and mask-wearing at theatre venues across the Washington, DC region.
Shift In Dates Announced For DC Premiere Of WHITE NOISE
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2022
A breakthrough COVID case among the production team has caused Studio Theatre to delay the opening of White Noise by Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Reginald L. Douglas. The production will now begin public performances two days later on Friday, January 14 at 8PM.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2022
A breakthrough COVID case among the production team has caused Studio Theatre to delay the opening of White Noise by Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Reginald L. Douglas. The production will now begin public performances two days later on Friday, January 14 at 8PM.
Synetic Theater to Present THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
SYNETIC THEATER has announced the world premiere production of Vato Tsikurishvili’s THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS, with choreography by Maryam Najafzada and compositions by resident composer Konstantine Lortkipanidze.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
SYNETIC THEATER has announced the world premiere production of Vato Tsikurishvili’s THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS, with choreography by Maryam Najafzada and compositions by resident composer Konstantine Lortkipanidze.
Signature Theatre to Stream Sondheim Tribute Concert This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
Signature Theatre has announced that special arrangements have been made to stream Everybody Rise: Signature Remembers Stephen Sondheim for free for a limited 72-hour period.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
Signature Theatre has announced that special arrangements have been made to stream Everybody Rise: Signature Remembers Stephen Sondheim for free for a limited 72-hour period.
The Kennedy Center Announces The Return Of A Lunar New Year Celebration
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
From January 27 through February 6, the Kennedy Center's Lunar New Year Celebration returns, honoring the traditional holiday that is observed in countries and territories around the globe.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
From January 27 through February 6, the Kennedy Center's Lunar New Year Celebration returns, honoring the traditional holiday that is observed in countries and territories around the globe.
Brandon Carter Becomes First Person of Color Named Artistic Director of the American Shakespeare Center
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
Brandon Carter, a resident actor with the American Shakespeare Center since 2018, was named the new artistic director of the American Shakespeare Center.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
Brandon Carter, a resident actor with the American Shakespeare Center since 2018, was named the new artistic director of the American Shakespeare Center.
Yuval David Expands Creative Content Development & Advocacy Efforts In Washington D.C.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2022
Yuval David, celebrated and award-winning actor, host, director, and filmmaker with a creative mantra to entertain, uplift, and inspire is expanding his creative content development and advocacy efforts within the Washington, D.C area.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2022
Yuval David, celebrated and award-winning actor, host, director, and filmmaker with a creative mantra to entertain, uplift, and inspire is expanding his creative content development and advocacy efforts within the Washington, D.C area.
BWW Review: THE PROM at Eisenhower Theatre At The Kennedy Center
by Ken Kemp - January 08, 2022
The Prom, playing at the Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theater through January 16th, is an old school, classic Broadway Musical that is a must see.
by Ken Kemp - January 08, 2022
The Prom, playing at the Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theater through January 16th, is an old school, classic Broadway Musical that is a must see.
Ford Theatre Fundraises Upwards of $22,000 for Taking Care Fund
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2022
If you thought that Scrooge was generous after his visits from the three spirits of Christmas, think again! The cast, crew, and audiences of The Ford Theatre's A Christmas Carol put Scrooge to shame this Christmas season, raising $22,109.83 for Theatre Washington's Taking Care Fund. According to MDTheatreGuide.com, the theatre raised funds after every curtain call from November 24 to December 22, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2022
If you thought that Scrooge was generous after his visits from the three spirits of Christmas, think again! The cast, crew, and audiences of The Ford Theatre's A Christmas Carol put Scrooge to shame this Christmas season, raising $22,109.83 for Theatre Washington's Taking Care Fund. According to MDTheatreGuide.com, the theatre raised funds after every curtain call from November 24 to December 22, 2021.
Tenor Anthony Kearns Headlines Fifth Annual Holiday Veterans Tribute In Washington, DC
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2022
World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns wrapped up his 2021 two-month U.S. tour as the featured performer at the 5th annual 'Holiday Veterans Tribute and Songs of the Season' reception on Dec. 14, 2021 at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D.C.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2022
World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns wrapped up his 2021 two-month U.S. tour as the featured performer at the 5th annual 'Holiday Veterans Tribute and Songs of the Season' reception on Dec. 14, 2021 at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D.C.
Cast and Creative Team Announced for DAPHNE'S DIVE at Signature Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2022
Signature Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for Daphne’s Dive, a play by Quiara Alegría Hudes, which will reopen Signature’s ARK Theater for live performances from February 1 – March 20, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2022
Signature Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for Daphne’s Dive, a play by Quiara Alegría Hudes, which will reopen Signature’s ARK Theater for live performances from February 1 – March 20, 2022.
Ford's Theatre Cancels All Performances of THE MOUNTAINTOP
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2022
Due to the ongoing surge of COVID-19 cases in the D.C. region, all performances of The Mountaintop are canceled, January 21 through February 13, 2022. Directed by Nicole A. Watson, the production was to feature KenYatta Rogers as Martin Luther King, Jr., and Shannon Dorsey as Camae.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2022
Due to the ongoing surge of COVID-19 cases in the D.C. region, all performances of The Mountaintop are canceled, January 21 through February 13, 2022. Directed by Nicole A. Watson, the production was to feature KenYatta Rogers as Martin Luther King, Jr., and Shannon Dorsey as Camae.
Virginia Arts Festival Announces Appointment Of Rob Fisher As The Goode Family Artistic Advisor For Musical Theater and American Songbook
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2022
Virginia Arts Festival has cast one of Broadway's leading lights in the role of a new, key position at the Festival: The Goode Family Artistic Advisor for Musical Theater and American Songbook.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2022
Virginia Arts Festival has cast one of Broadway's leading lights in the role of a new, key position at the Festival: The Goode Family Artistic Advisor for Musical Theater and American Songbook.
Theatre Life with Kenny Seymour
by Elliot Lanes - January 05, 2022
Today’s subject Kenny Seymour is currently living his theatre life being immersed with the Motown Sound as the Musical Supervisor and Arranger for the US National Tour of Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations while still serving as the show’s Musical Director on Broadway. The touring version can be seen through January 16th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center. Coincidentally, the show closes on Broadway the same day.
by Elliot Lanes - January 05, 2022
Today’s subject Kenny Seymour is currently living his theatre life being immersed with the Motown Sound as the Musical Supervisor and Arranger for the US National Tour of Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations while still serving as the show’s Musical Director on Broadway. The touring version can be seen through January 16th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center. Coincidentally, the show closes on Broadway the same day.
Theatre Life with Courtney Balan
by Elliot Lanes - January 04, 2022
Today’s subject Courtney Balan is currently living her theatre life on tour as the self-absorbed Broadway star Dee Dee Allen in the TOTALLY original musical The Prom. The show plays through January 16th in the Eisenhower at The Kennedy Center. It will then continue on locally to The Hippodrome in Baltimore, MD from Jan 18th through 23rd.
by Elliot Lanes - January 04, 2022
Today’s subject Courtney Balan is currently living her theatre life on tour as the self-absorbed Broadway star Dee Dee Allen in the TOTALLY original musical The Prom. The show plays through January 16th in the Eisenhower at The Kennedy Center. It will then continue on locally to The Hippodrome in Baltimore, MD from Jan 18th through 23rd.
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