FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, IN CLAY World Premiere & More Announced For Signature Theatre 2025/2026 Season
by Joshua Wright - May 06, 2025
Signature Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 season, featuring new productions of Fiddler on the Roof and Pippin, the world premiere of In Clay, and the DC premieres of Strategic Love Play and What Became of Us. Full season listings included.
by Joshua Wright - May 06, 2025
Signature Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 season, featuring new productions of Fiddler on the Roof and Pippin, the world premiere of In Clay, and the DC premieres of Strategic Love Play and What Became of Us. Full season listings included.
THE GREAT GATSBY and More Set for Broadway at The National 2025/26 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Broadway at The National has unveiled their 2025/26 season, featuring more Tony Award winning musicals and Broadway favorites than ever before! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Broadway at The National has unveiled their 2025/26 season, featuring more Tony Award winning musicals and Broadway favorites than ever before! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Heritage Signature Chorale Marks Silver Anniversary With Celebration Concert
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
The Heritage Signature Chorale proudly announces its 25th Silver Anniversary Celebration Concert, to be held this month at First Congregational United Church of Christ.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
The Heritage Signature Chorale proudly announces its 25th Silver Anniversary Celebration Concert, to be held this month at First Congregational United Church of Christ.
Review: THE (R)EVOLUTION OF STEVE JOBS at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - May 05, 2025
It’s not so strange, really, that there’s a serious opera about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. His life’s work is usually invoked before every production of the last decade or more, when audiences are asked to silence their smartphones.
by Roger Catlin - May 05, 2025
It’s not so strange, really, that there’s a serious opera about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. His life’s work is usually invoked before every production of the last decade or more, when audiences are asked to silence their smartphones.
Studio Theatre To Host A NIGHT AT THE PARADISE Annual Benefit
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
On May 12, 2025, Studio will open its doors to its most esteemed supporters for its Annual Benefit. This year, guests are invited to “A Night at the Paradise,” inspired by Dominique Morisseau’s Paradise Blue, the immersive production currently occupying The Victor Shargai Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
On May 12, 2025, Studio will open its doors to its most esteemed supporters for its Annual Benefit. This year, guests are invited to “A Night at the Paradise,” inspired by Dominique Morisseau’s Paradise Blue, the immersive production currently occupying The Victor Shargai Theatre.
Review: ON YOUR FEET! at St. Mark's Players
by Mary Lincer - May 03, 2025
What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET! at St. Mark's Players?The absence of melody underneath them frequently gets these singers into intonation trouble, especially given the opening night technical problems with the sound.
by Mary Lincer - May 03, 2025
What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET! at St. Mark's Players?The absence of melody underneath them frequently gets these singers into intonation trouble, especially given the opening night technical problems with the sound.
National Dinner Theatre Association Appoints Laura J. Martin As New President
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
The Board of Directors of National Dinner Theatre Association (NDTA) has announced the appointment of Laura J. Martin, Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater, to the position of President.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
The Board of Directors of National Dinner Theatre Association (NDTA) has announced the appointment of Laura J. Martin, Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater, to the position of President.
Eric William Morris and More to Star in THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the DC premiere of The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the DC premiere of The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Nathan Laube Performs Free D.C. Mother's Day Classical Recital
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Nathan Laube is an American leading classical organist and educator who is considered one of the best organists of his generation. He will perform a free recital at St. Ann Catholic Church in Washington DC.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Nathan Laube is an American leading classical organist and educator who is considered one of the best organists of his generation. He will perform a free recital at St. Ann Catholic Church in Washington DC.
CHOKE & More Lead Washington, DC's May 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - April 30, 2025
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for May 2025 include Gala's CHOKE and more.
by Team BWW - April 30, 2025
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for May 2025 include Gala's CHOKE and more.
Review: DISNEY'S THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at The Music Center At Strathmore
by Tavish Young - April 30, 2025
Overall, the night was highly enthralling and a testament to the importance of young minds' access to the arts. The performers at YAA should certainly be proud of the performance on the 26th, and hopefully feeling the wonder of performing in such a wonderful space, and of sharing a show with gritty and pertinent themes.
by Tavish Young - April 30, 2025
Overall, the night was highly enthralling and a testament to the importance of young minds' access to the arts. The performers at YAA should certainly be proud of the performance on the 26th, and hopefully feeling the wonder of performing in such a wonderful space, and of sharing a show with gritty and pertinent themes.
Feature: Signature Theatre Honors Mandy Patinkin with The 2025 Sondheim Award at its Annual Gala
by David Friscic - April 29, 2025
My emotional and artistic journey with performer extraordinaire Mandy Patinkin was renewed as I watched the Signature Theatre’s Sondheim Award Gala celebrating Mandy Patinkin (at the Anthem on the Wharf on April 14, 2025). Mr. Patinkin is a truly intersectional artist who has conquered the world of Broadway, concerts, albums, television, and film. Mr. Patinkin’s talent and skills cross-pollinate across all cultural touchstones.
by David Friscic - April 29, 2025
My emotional and artistic journey with performer extraordinaire Mandy Patinkin was renewed as I watched the Signature Theatre’s Sondheim Award Gala celebrating Mandy Patinkin (at the Anthem on the Wharf on April 14, 2025). Mr. Patinkin is a truly intersectional artist who has conquered the world of Broadway, concerts, albums, television, and film. Mr. Patinkin’s talent and skills cross-pollinate across all cultural touchstones.
Review: MUFFED at Prologue Theatre
by Rachael F. Goldberg - April 29, 2025
'Muffed' is an incredibly clever and fun piece of art, with thoughtful, nuanced performances and carefully detailed production elements. It's a dose of much-needed humor, giving us all a reminder that sometimes the ordinary can be beautiful.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - April 29, 2025
'Muffed' is an incredibly clever and fun piece of art, with thoughtful, nuanced performances and carefully detailed production elements. It's a dose of much-needed humor, giving us all a reminder that sometimes the ordinary can be beautiful.
Interview: Theatre Life with S. Katy Tucker
by Elliot Lanes - April 29, 2025
Today’s subject S. Katy Tucker is currently living her theatre life as the projection designer for Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs. The production runs May 2nd through 10th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.
by Elliot Lanes - April 29, 2025
Today’s subject S. Katy Tucker is currently living her theatre life as the projection designer for Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs. The production runs May 2nd through 10th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.
Drunk Shakespeare's ROMEO & JULIET Begins Tomorrow At The Sage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Beginning on April 30, Romeo & Juliet will stumble to the stage in the latest incarnation of the beloved underground phenomenon, Drunk Shakespeare. Romeo & Juliet is written by Lori Wolter Hudson and directed by Lisa Klages Calhoun and takes place at The Sage Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Beginning on April 30, Romeo & Juliet will stumble to the stage in the latest incarnation of the beloved underground phenomenon, Drunk Shakespeare. Romeo & Juliet is written by Lori Wolter Hudson and directed by Lisa Klages Calhoun and takes place at The Sage Theatre.
Amber Gray, Taylor Iman Jones and More to Star in A WRINKLE IN TIME at Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for A Wrinkle in Time, an interstellar world-premiere musical adaptation based on the classic novel by Madeleine L'Engle. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for A Wrinkle in Time, an interstellar world-premiere musical adaptation based on the classic novel by Madeleine L'Engle. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
FALSETTOS Comes to the Keegan Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and team of the Tony Award-winning musical FALSETTOS, by the legendary duo William Finn and James Lapine. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and team of the Tony Award-winning musical FALSETTOS, by the legendary duo William Finn and James Lapine. Learn more here!
Jennifer Koh Performs Bach's Complete Sonatas and Partitas At The Kennedy Center's Terrace Theater
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Grammy Award-winning violinist Jennifer Koh, Artistic Director of Fortas Chamber Music Concerts at the Kennedy Center, will perform all six of J.S. Bach's Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Grammy Award-winning violinist Jennifer Koh, Artistic Director of Fortas Chamber Music Concerts at the Kennedy Center, will perform all six of J.S. Bach's Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin.
World Premiere Greek Myth Children's Play ARACHNE To Have Staged Reading At Traveling Players
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2025
Walsh White's newest play, Arachne, will premiere this summer at Traveling Players in Tysons Corner Center. While the show won't begin rehearsals until June, audiences can get an early taste of what's to come on Saturday, May 10 at Traveling Players Studio when White will be joined by her husband to give a free dramatic reading of the script and post-reading talkback.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2025
Walsh White's newest play, Arachne, will premiere this summer at Traveling Players in Tysons Corner Center. While the show won't begin rehearsals until June, audiences can get an early taste of what's to come on Saturday, May 10 at Traveling Players Studio when White will be joined by her husband to give a free dramatic reading of the script and post-reading talkback.
Review: CHARLOTTE'S WEB at Adventure Theatre
by Tavish Young - April 27, 2025
Adventure Theatre's production of the E.B. White classic is full of heart, humor, and hard lessons. E.B. White's Charlotte's Web has remained a staple of children's literature since its publication in the '50s, illuminating themes of grief, friendship, and altruism. It has been adapted countless times for film, television, and, of course, the stage, an iteration of which is now playing at Adventure Theatre in Glen Echo.
by Tavish Young - April 27, 2025
Adventure Theatre's production of the E.B. White classic is full of heart, humor, and hard lessons. E.B. White's Charlotte's Web has remained a staple of children's literature since its publication in the '50s, illuminating themes of grief, friendship, and altruism. It has been adapted countless times for film, television, and, of course, the stage, an iteration of which is now playing at Adventure Theatre in Glen Echo.
National Chamber Ensemble to Put on Vivaldi's Extraordinary Four Seasons
by Emmy Rice - April 26, 2025
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) will present one of its most dynamic and entertaining performances of the season: Vivaldi's Extraordinary Four Seasons - Nancy Peery Marriott Discovery Concert - a grand finale to the 2024-2025 concert series.
by Emmy Rice - April 26, 2025
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) will present one of its most dynamic and entertaining performances of the season: Vivaldi's Extraordinary Four Seasons - Nancy Peery Marriott Discovery Concert - a grand finale to the 2024-2025 concert series.
Kennedy Center Cancels Pride Events Amid Trump Takeover
by Sidney Paterra - April 25, 2025
Following sweeping leadership changes under Donald Trump, the Kennedy Center has quietly canceled or relocated its Tapestry of Pride events, originally set for June 5–8 as part of WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.C., according to the Associated Press.
by Sidney Paterra - April 25, 2025
Following sweeping leadership changes under Donald Trump, the Kennedy Center has quietly canceled or relocated its Tapestry of Pride events, originally set for June 5–8 as part of WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.C., according to the Associated Press.
Review: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH at Signature
by Roger Catlin - April 25, 2025
After “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” first premiered on Broadway in 1998, Signature Theatre became one of the first regional theaters to stage the brash hit in its own very successful production in 2002.
by Roger Catlin - April 25, 2025
After “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” first premiered on Broadway in 1998, Signature Theatre became one of the first regional theaters to stage the brash hit in its own very successful production in 2002.
Sammy Davis Jr. Tribute Show Returns to D.C. for One-Night-Only Performance at Sid Gold's
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
For over a decade, award-winning performer Aaron Reeder has captivated audiences with Beyond the Lights: Discovering Sammy Davis Jr., a soulful, stylish, and deeply personal homage to one of America's most iconic entertainers. Now, in honor of Sammy Davis Jr.'s centennial, Reeder launches a multinational tour with a special hometown preview on Thursday, May 15 at 8 PM at Sid Gold's Request Room in Washington, D.C.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
For over a decade, award-winning performer Aaron Reeder has captivated audiences with Beyond the Lights: Discovering Sammy Davis Jr., a soulful, stylish, and deeply personal homage to one of America's most iconic entertainers. Now, in honor of Sammy Davis Jr.'s centennial, Reeder launches a multinational tour with a special hometown preview on Thursday, May 15 at 8 PM at Sid Gold's Request Room in Washington, D.C.
TWELFTH NIGHT to Close Folger Theatre 2024-25 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Folger Theatre today announced the cast and creative team of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, directed by Mei Ann Teo, on stage at the Folger Shakespeare Library on Capitol Hill. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Folger Theatre today announced the cast and creative team of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, directed by Mei Ann Teo, on stage at the Folger Shakespeare Library on Capitol Hill. Learn more!
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