Arena Stage to Present 2025 Voices of Now Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Arena Stage’s Community Engagement Department has revealed the lineup for its annual Voices of Now Festival. Learn more bout the lineup and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Arena Stage’s Community Engagement Department has revealed the lineup for its annual Voices of Now Festival. Learn more bout the lineup and see how to attend.
SOMETHING ROTTEN! Comes to Centerstage Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Something Rotten at Centerstage, with book By Karey Kirkpatrick & John O’Farrell, music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick & Karey Kirkpatrick, and directed by Alyson Soma, is set for next month.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Something Rotten at Centerstage, with book By Karey Kirkpatrick & John O’Farrell, music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick & Karey Kirkpatrick, and directed by Alyson Soma, is set for next month.
Review: GIGENSIS: THE GENERATION OF THE EARTH at Kennedy Center
by Michela Dwyer - April 23, 2025
What did our critic think of GIGENSIS: THE GENERATION OF THE EARTH at Kennedy Center? In his new work “GIGENSIS: The Generation of the Earth,” Akram Khan interprets a story of familial relations from the ancient Sanskrit epic The Mahabharata.
by Michela Dwyer - April 23, 2025
What did our critic think of GIGENSIS: THE GENERATION OF THE EARTH at Kennedy Center? In his new work “GIGENSIS: The Generation of the Earth,” Akram Khan interprets a story of familial relations from the ancient Sanskrit epic The Mahabharata.
The Theatre Lab School of The Dramatic Arts 14th Annual DRAMATHON to Take Place on April 28th
by Elliot Lanes - April 23, 2025
On April 28th at 7:30pm the best arts education institution in the DMV will host one of their signature events and trust me, it’s something you really don’t want to miss.
by Elliot Lanes - April 23, 2025
On April 28th at 7:30pm the best arts education institution in the DMV will host one of their signature events and trust me, it’s something you really don’t want to miss.
Washington Theater Lovers to Celebrate the 2025 Winners of The Gary Maker Audience Award
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Longtime Washington theater patrons José Alberto Uclés and husband Tom Noll will receive the Gary Maker Audience Award at a special ceremony Saturday, May 3, 2025 for their enthusiastic support of and ubiquitous, vital, and colorful presence at Washington area theaters.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Longtime Washington theater patrons José Alberto Uclés and husband Tom Noll will receive the Gary Maker Audience Award at a special ceremony Saturday, May 3, 2025 for their enthusiastic support of and ubiquitous, vital, and colorful presence at Washington area theaters.
ANNE OF APPLE BLOSSOM VALLEY to be Presented at Selah Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Selah Theatre Project will present 'Anne of Apple Blossom Valley,' a contemporary adaptation of the beloved classic 'Anne of Green Gables,' reimagined by playwright Bleu Do'zia. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Selah Theatre Project will present 'Anne of Apple Blossom Valley,' a contemporary adaptation of the beloved classic 'Anne of Green Gables,' reimagined by playwright Bleu Do'zia. Learn more!
Cast and Creative Team Set for FRANKENSTEIN at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team of Frankenstein, a world-premiere adaptation by writer and director Emily Burns. Learn more and see how to attend!
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team of Frankenstein, a world-premiere adaptation by writer and director Emily Burns. Learn more and see how to attend!
Video: Watch the Trailer For HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH at Signature Theatre
by Michael Major - April 22, 2025
Watch a new trailer for Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Signature Theatre! This exclusive video on BroadwayWorld features Sawyer Smith in the title role, along with Vanessa (V) Sterling as Yitzhak.
by Michael Major - April 22, 2025
Watch a new trailer for Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Signature Theatre! This exclusive video on BroadwayWorld features Sawyer Smith in the title role, along with Vanessa (V) Sterling as Yitzhak.
THE BERLIN DIARIES To Close Theater J Season
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Theater J brings Andrea Stolowitz's autobiographical play The Berlin Diaries to the stage. Coming off of a nation-wide “rolling world premiere,” Stolowitz considers Theater J's upcoming production to be the culmination of the play's highly-acclaimed year-long premiere.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Theater J brings Andrea Stolowitz's autobiographical play The Berlin Diaries to the stage. Coming off of a nation-wide “rolling world premiere,” Stolowitz considers Theater J's upcoming production to be the culmination of the play's highly-acclaimed year-long premiere.
Theater Alliance Ignites Creativity With HOTHOUSE New Play Block Party
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Theater Alliance has announced the return of its signature new works initiative, the Hothouse New Play Development Series, with a bold reimagining for 2025: the Hothouse New Play Block Party on April 25th and 26th.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Theater Alliance has announced the return of its signature new works initiative, the Hothouse New Play Development Series, with a bold reimagining for 2025: the Hothouse New Play Block Party on April 25th and 26th.
Spotlight: FAKE IT UNTIL YOU MAKE IT at Arena Stage
by BWW Special Offer - April 18, 2025
doors slamming. mistaken identities. and stolen cats. In Larissa FastHorse's uproarious comedy, a collision of friends and foes within the non-profit sector sets the stage for a whirlwind of competition, chaos, and comedic revelation.
by BWW Special Offer - April 18, 2025
doors slamming. mistaken identities. and stolen cats. In Larissa FastHorse's uproarious comedy, a collision of friends and foes within the non-profit sector sets the stage for a whirlwind of competition, chaos, and comedic revelation.
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with Craig A. Horness
by Elliot Lanes - April 18, 2025
Today is the last installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. I hope you have enjoyed learning about how Ford's Theatre's production of Sister Act comes to life on and offstage eight times a week. So far, we have met three of the cast and the show’s musical director. Today we are going up over the mezzanine to the stage manager’s booth to meet Ford’s Theatre’s longtime Production Stage Manager (PSM) Craig A. Horness.
by Elliot Lanes - April 18, 2025
Today is the last installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. I hope you have enjoyed learning about how Ford's Theatre's production of Sister Act comes to life on and offstage eight times a week. So far, we have met three of the cast and the show’s musical director. Today we are going up over the mezzanine to the stage manager’s booth to meet Ford’s Theatre’s longtime Production Stage Manager (PSM) Craig A. Horness.
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES, INDECENT and More Set for 1st Stage 2025-2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
1st Stage has announced the lineup for its 2025-2026 season. The season will begin with the Logan Festival of Solo Performance from September 18-28, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
1st Stage has announced the lineup for its 2025-2026 season. The season will begin with the Logan Festival of Solo Performance from September 18-28, 2025.
41st Helen Hayes Awards Set For Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The red carpet awards ceremony celebrates the DC area's vibrant and diverse theatre industry and recognizes the outstanding work of over 200 nominees and theatre-makers.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The red carpet awards ceremony celebrates the DC area's vibrant and diverse theatre industry and recognizes the outstanding work of over 200 nominees and theatre-makers.
Interview: Theatre Life with Elizabeth Bruce
by Elliot Lanes - April 17, 2025
Today’s subject Elizabeth Bruce is currently living her theatre life as the co-host and co-creator of the Creativists in Dialogue podcast. A series that covers a variety of topics as they relate to creativity. The series can be heard on Substack and Spotify.
by Elliot Lanes - April 17, 2025
Today’s subject Elizabeth Bruce is currently living her theatre life as the co-host and co-creator of the Creativists in Dialogue podcast. A series that covers a variety of topics as they relate to creativity. The series can be heard on Substack and Spotify.
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with William Yanesh
by Elliot Lanes - April 17, 2025
Today is our fourth installment of Sister Act: Behind The Habit series. So far this week we have met three performers that bring the show to life onstage eight performances a week. Today we are going to meet the man that sits in front of the performers in the orchestra pit conducting and playing one of the keyboards as part of the red hot eight piece Sister Act band. Please meet Maestro William Yanesh.
by Elliot Lanes - April 17, 2025
Today is our fourth installment of Sister Act: Behind The Habit series. So far this week we have met three performers that bring the show to life onstage eight performances a week. Today we are going to meet the man that sits in front of the performers in the orchestra pit conducting and playing one of the keyboards as part of the red hot eight piece Sister Act band. Please meet Maestro William Yanesh.
Review: SOFONISBA at Washington Stage Guild
by Jackson Malmgren - April 17, 2025
How do you define yourself in a society where everyone seems to have already accepted their place and purpose? Based on a true story, Washington Stage Guild’s SOFONISBA is both a deserved biography of an overlooked artist and a comedic drama of self-determination.
by Jackson Malmgren - April 17, 2025
How do you define yourself in a society where everyone seems to have already accepted their place and purpose? Based on a true story, Washington Stage Guild’s SOFONISBA is both a deserved biography of an overlooked artist and a comedic drama of self-determination.
Mosaic Theater Company To Present The DC Premiere Of ANDY WARHOL IN IRAN
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Mosaic Theater Company to present the DC premiere of Andy Warhol in Iran, a provocative, humorous and fictionalized portrait of the artist's infamous visit to Iran in 1976.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Mosaic Theater Company to present the DC premiere of Andy Warhol in Iran, a provocative, humorous and fictionalized portrait of the artist's infamous visit to Iran in 1976.
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with Sherri L. Edelen
by Elliot Lanes - April 16, 2025
Today is the third installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. It’s time to introduce you to one more performer who brings the show to life eight times a week and this one is a legend of the DC theatre community to be sure. Sherri L. Edelen plays Mother Superior and trust me, it’s a performance for the holy books and beyond.
by Elliot Lanes - April 16, 2025
Today is the third installment of out weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit. It’s time to introduce you to one more performer who brings the show to life eight times a week and this one is a legend of the DC theatre community to be sure. Sherri L. Edelen plays Mother Superior and trust me, it’s a performance for the holy books and beyond.
Washington Stage Guild Unveils 40th Season
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
The 2025-26 productions feature the U.S. premiere of Joe Bravaco’s THE ONE GOOD THING – or “Are ya’ Patrick Swayze?”, Samuel Beckett’s existential classic Happy Days, Patricia Milton’s Accused! and more.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
The 2025-26 productions feature the U.S. premiere of Joe Bravaco’s THE ONE GOOD THING – or “Are ya’ Patrick Swayze?”, Samuel Beckett’s existential classic Happy Days, Patricia Milton’s Accused! and more.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Special Presentation Joins Shakespeare Theatre Company 25/26 Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company will present a strictly limited two-week engagement of the thrilling new play, Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live on Stage, a special add-on production for the 25/26 Season. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company will present a strictly limited two-week engagement of the thrilling new play, Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live on Stage, a special add-on production for the 25/26 Season. Learn more!
Reimagined HAMLET Comes to Avant Bard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
Avant Bard Theatre will conclude its 35th season with a daring new take on Shakespeare's Hamlet. Learn more about this new reimagined production and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
Avant Bard Theatre will conclude its 35th season with a daring new take on Shakespeare's Hamlet. Learn more about this new reimagined production and how to get tickets here!
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with Joe Mallon
by Elliot Lanes - April 15, 2025
Today in our weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit, you are going to meet another one of the performers to makes the show come alive eight performances a week. Please meet Joe Mallon who plays Eddie Souther.
by Elliot Lanes - April 15, 2025
Today in our weeklong series Sister Act: Behind The Habit, you are going to meet another one of the performers to makes the show come alive eight performances a week. Please meet Joe Mallon who plays Eddie Souther.
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with Nia Savoy-Dock
by Elliot Lanes - April 14, 2025
Today we begin a week long series of interviews with some of the artists that are bringing Ford’s Theatre’s production of Sister Act to life. Through five interviews, you will be introduced to three performers, the Musical Director, and the Production Stage Manager. I hope these artists give you a sense of what it is like being a part of a production both on and off stage. Please enjoy Sister Act: Behind The Habit.
by Elliot Lanes - April 14, 2025
Today we begin a week long series of interviews with some of the artists that are bringing Ford’s Theatre’s production of Sister Act to life. Through five interviews, you will be introduced to three performers, the Musical Director, and the Production Stage Manager. I hope these artists give you a sense of what it is like being a part of a production both on and off stage. Please enjoy Sister Act: Behind The Habit.
Review: ANNIE at the National Theatre in Washington, DC
by Brian Bochicchio - April 14, 2025
It's an age-old showbiz adage—never work with children or animals. But here that advice is thrown out as the luminaries of the show are a plucky pixie adorned with bright red hair accompanied by a lovable shaggy labradoodle. Hey, in a season of uncertainty, a little schmaltz is appreciated.
by Brian Bochicchio - April 14, 2025
It's an age-old showbiz adage—never work with children or animals. But here that advice is thrown out as the luminaries of the show are a plucky pixie adorned with bright red hair accompanied by a lovable shaggy labradoodle. Hey, in a season of uncertainty, a little schmaltz is appreciated.
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The Snowman and The Snowdog
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Guys and Dolls
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Step Afrika!'s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater (12/5 - 12/23) | |
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ho ho ho ha ha ha ha
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company (11/13 - 12/21) | |
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Chanukah in the Dark
Theater J (12/6 - 12/21) | |
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Catch Me If You Can
Shenandoah Conservatory (2/26 - 3/1) | |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
The Dinner Detective Washington DC (2/21 - 2/21) | |
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Trouble in Deadwood - ARTfactory's Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
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Pied Piper Theatre presents Grease
Hylton Performing Arts Center (1/16 - 1/25) | |
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The Motion
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater (5/6 - 6/14) | |
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Doja Cat at Capital One Arena
Capital One Arena (11/11 - 12/11) | |
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