Kennedy Center Ignores Trumps 'NO MORE DRAG SHOWS' Directive For 2025/2026 Season
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2025
The Kennedy Center's 2025–2026 season includes slate of theatrical programming that includes several productions featuring drag - despite public statements from President Donald Trump promising to eliminate such content from the federally supported institution.
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2025
The Kennedy Center's 2025–2026 season includes slate of theatrical programming that includes several productions featuring drag - despite public statements from President Donald Trump promising to eliminate such content from the federally supported institution.
Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at Folger Shakespeare Theater
by Roger Catlin - May 20, 2025
When it came to gender fluid plays, William Shakespeare was way ahead of the curve even 400 years ago. At the time, young males routinely played the female roles anyway. He had already made cross-dressing hidden identity a part of “The Merchant of Venice” and would do so again in “As You Like It.”
by Roger Catlin - May 20, 2025
When it came to gender fluid plays, William Shakespeare was way ahead of the curve even 400 years ago. At the time, young males routinely played the female roles anyway. He had already made cross-dressing hidden identity a part of “The Merchant of Venice” and would do so again in “As You Like It.”
Spotlight: HEAD OVER HEELS at Constellation Theatre Company
by BWW Special Offer - May 20, 2025
'A celebration of queer love and joy' - HEAD OVER HEELS at Constellation Theatre Company
by BWW Special Offer - May 20, 2025
'A celebration of queer love and joy' - HEAD OVER HEELS at Constellation Theatre Company
New Artist-Run Theatre Company Flapjack Theatrics Unveils Summer Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Foregoing the traditional theatre season model, Flapjack Theatrics produces work on its own artist-friendly timeline and keeps shows in repertory for multiple years. Learn more about the lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2025
Foregoing the traditional theatre season model, Flapjack Theatrics produces work on its own artist-friendly timeline and keeps shows in repertory for multiple years. Learn more about the lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Theatre Life with Carolee Carmello
by Elliot Lanes - May 19, 2025
Today’s subject Carolee Carmello is a performer of epic proportions to be sure. Her career has thus far included turns on Broadway, national tours, regional theatres, and on several recordings. Currently she is playing the title role in the national tour of the Tony Award winning musical Kimberly Akimbo. The tour will be at the National Theatre from May 20th through June 1st.
by Elliot Lanes - May 19, 2025
Today’s subject Carolee Carmello is a performer of epic proportions to be sure. Her career has thus far included turns on Broadway, national tours, regional theatres, and on several recordings. Currently she is playing the title role in the national tour of the Tony Award winning musical Kimberly Akimbo. The tour will be at the National Theatre from May 20th through June 1st.
Following Trump Threats, Kennedy Center Season Features Several Non-Equity Tours
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2025
The Kennedy Center will feature non-Equity tours of Mrs. Doubtfire and Chicago. The venue usually only books Equity touring productions. The shift follows pressure from President Trump to reduce union costs.
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2025
The Kennedy Center will feature non-Equity tours of Mrs. Doubtfire and Chicago. The venue usually only books Equity touring productions. The shift follows pressure from President Trump to reduce union costs.
Interview: Theatre Life with Steven Reineke
by Elliot Lanes - May 16, 2025
Today’s subject Maestro Steven Reineke is currently living his theatre and music life to the max as the Principal Pops Conductor for YOUR National Symphony Orchestra (NSO.) He has held that position since 2011 after debuting with the symphony the year before. His upcoming appearances with the NSO at Kennedy Center include a symphonic screening of The Wizard of Oz on May 22nd at 8:00 and Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony on June 26th and 27th at 8:00.
by Elliot Lanes - May 16, 2025
Today’s subject Maestro Steven Reineke is currently living his theatre and music life to the max as the Principal Pops Conductor for YOUR National Symphony Orchestra (NSO.) He has held that position since 2011 after debuting with the symphony the year before. His upcoming appearances with the NSO at Kennedy Center include a symphonic screening of The Wizard of Oz on May 22nd at 8:00 and Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony on June 26th and 27th at 8:00.
Constellation Theatre Company to Exit Source Theatre After Final Production of HEAD OVER HEELS
by Joshua Wright - May 16, 2025
Constellation Theatre Company announces its departure from Source Theatre in Washington, D.C. after its current production of Head Over Heels, ending an 18-year residency following unsuccessful purchase negotiations with CulturalDC.
by Joshua Wright - May 16, 2025
Constellation Theatre Company announces its departure from Source Theatre in Washington, D.C. after its current production of Head Over Heels, ending an 18-year residency following unsuccessful purchase negotiations with CulturalDC.
Review: AKIRA KUROSAWA EXPLAINS HIS MOVIES AND YOGURT (WITH LIVE AND ACTIVE CULTURES!) at Woolly Mammoth
by Mary Lincer - May 15, 2025
Late in Julia Izumi's play, Akira Kurosawa Explains His Movies and Yogurt (with live and active cultures!), one of the characters asks, 'Is that what the whole yogurt thing is about because I'm not getting it?' It's one of several goofball/meta moments in this very theatrical play and marks the spot where Izumi acknowledges that her chosen title may not make sense. But the play itself very much makes sense.
by Mary Lincer - May 15, 2025
Late in Julia Izumi's play, Akira Kurosawa Explains His Movies and Yogurt (with live and active cultures!), one of the characters asks, 'Is that what the whole yogurt thing is about because I'm not getting it?' It's one of several goofball/meta moments in this very theatrical play and marks the spot where Izumi acknowledges that her chosen title may not make sense. But the play itself very much makes sense.
Review: FALSETTOS at Keegan Theatre
by Pamela Roberts - May 15, 2025
“Falsettos” at Keegan Theatre bursts with humor and heart as the musical’s talented cast explores the hope and chaos, and frustrations and forgiveness that are woven through the bonds of family and friendship.
by Pamela Roberts - May 15, 2025
“Falsettos” at Keegan Theatre bursts with humor and heart as the musical’s talented cast explores the hope and chaos, and frustrations and forgiveness that are woven through the bonds of family and friendship.
DORY FANTASMAGORY Takes the Stage This Summer At Imagination Stage
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2025
Imagination Stage, the metro DC region's largest professional theatre for young audiences and leader in positive youth development through the arts, concludes its 2024-2025 season with Dory Fantasmagory.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2025
Imagination Stage, the metro DC region's largest professional theatre for young audiences and leader in positive youth development through the arts, concludes its 2024-2025 season with Dory Fantasmagory.
Mt. Vernon Virtuosi Adds Vocal Star Jasmine Barnes and More
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2025
The Mount Vernon Virtuosi (MVI), a Baltimore based chamber orchestra founded and led by acclaimed cellist Amit Peled will perform a free 'Made in Maryland' concert next weekend.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2025
The Mount Vernon Virtuosi (MVI), a Baltimore based chamber orchestra founded and led by acclaimed cellist Amit Peled will perform a free 'Made in Maryland' concert next weekend.
Photos: FALSETTOS At the Keegan Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 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.
by BWW News Desk - May 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.
Shaina Taub, Camille A. Brown & More Drop Out of Library of Congress Musical Theater Conference
by Joshua Wright - May 13, 2025
Broadway figures Shaina Taub, Jeanine Tesori, and Helen Park have withdrawn from the Library of Congress’s StageStruck! VI conference following recent political turmoil, forcing major programming changes.
by Joshua Wright - May 13, 2025
Broadway figures Shaina Taub, Jeanine Tesori, and Helen Park have withdrawn from the Library of Congress’s StageStruck! VI conference following recent political turmoil, forcing major programming changes.
BWW Q&A: Bailey Ryon on KIMBERLY AKIMBO at The National Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 13, 2025
Following its triumphant run on Broadway, Kimberly Akimbo is now delighting audiences across the country on its first national tour. The Tony Award-winning musical—named Best Musical at the 2023 Tony Awards—features a book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and a score by Jeanine Tesori, the team behind Shrek the Musical and Fun Home.
by Joshua Wright - May 13, 2025
Following its triumphant run on Broadway, Kimberly Akimbo is now delighting audiences across the country on its first national tour. The Tony Award-winning musical—named Best Musical at the 2023 Tony Awards—features a book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and a score by Jeanine Tesori, the team behind Shrek the Musical and Fun Home.
Review: THE STORY OF A ROSE: A MUSICAL REVERIE ON THE GREAT WAR at NVCC'S Schlesinger Center
by Elliot Lanes - May 13, 2025
If you were to ask a modern day student what they know about WW1, they probably would give you a short answer seeing as it is rarely taught nowadays. Powerhouse Broadway performer Melissa Errico wants to change that and has done so brilliantly with her own creation entitled The Story of A Rose: A Musical Reverie on the Great War. Complete with a seven piece orchestra, superb arrangements by Tedd Firth, and mostly top notch technical elements, this show does a lot to teach us all about a forgotten generation of military and the time period in general.
by Elliot Lanes - May 13, 2025
If you were to ask a modern day student what they know about WW1, they probably would give you a short answer seeing as it is rarely taught nowadays. Powerhouse Broadway performer Melissa Errico wants to change that and has done so brilliantly with her own creation entitled The Story of A Rose: A Musical Reverie on the Great War. Complete with a seven piece orchestra, superb arrangements by Tedd Firth, and mostly top notch technical elements, this show does a lot to teach us all about a forgotten generation of military and the time period in general.
MAGIC IN ROUGH SPACES NEW PLAY LAB Finalists Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
Rorschach Theatre has announced finalists for its annual Magic in Rough Spaces New Play Lab. Get full details for the plays. The final three plays will be announced May 19, 2025 and public readings of those finalists will be on June 14, & 15, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
Rorschach Theatre has announced finalists for its annual Magic in Rough Spaces New Play Lab. Get full details for the plays. The final three plays will be announced May 19, 2025 and public readings of those finalists will be on June 14, & 15, 2025.
New York Circus Project to Return to DC With LIQUID World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
From the creators of last year's critically acclaimed HAMLET, New York Circus Project will return to Washington, DC with the world premiere of LIQUID. Learn more.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
From the creators of last year's critically acclaimed HAMLET, New York Circus Project will return to Washington, DC with the world premiere of LIQUID. Learn more.
Pride Plays Reveals D.C. Programming, With THE NORMAL HEART, Directed By Zhailon Levingston
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
The programming has been announced for Pride Plays 2025 in Washington, D.C., collaborating with Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. Learn more about the shows here!
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
The programming has been announced for Pride Plays 2025 in Washington, D.C., collaborating with Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. Learn more about the shows here!
Review: HAMLET at Avant Bard Theatre
by Audrey Cahak - May 12, 2025
The Avant Bard Theatre’s niche lies in reinventing the classics, and to close out its 35th season, Avant Bard Theatre is taking on Shakespeare’s Hamlet. This rendition, directed by artistic associate Kathleen Akerley, uses an abridged original script (with no sign of the Danes) while bending the tone, characters, and scenes with heightened malice and sorrow to explore how grief impacts the story.
by Audrey Cahak - May 12, 2025
The Avant Bard Theatre’s niche lies in reinventing the classics, and to close out its 35th season, Avant Bard Theatre is taking on Shakespeare’s Hamlet. This rendition, directed by artistic associate Kathleen Akerley, uses an abridged original script (with no sign of the Danes) while bending the tone, characters, and scenes with heightened malice and sorrow to explore how grief impacts the story.
Cancelled Children's Musical FINN Returns To The Washington DC For WorldPride
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Monumental Theatre Company has announced an all-ages concert reading of the Helen Hayes-nominated children's musical FINN. FINN runs 65 minutes and is suitable for all sharks, fish, friends, and families.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Monumental Theatre Company has announced an all-ages concert reading of the Helen Hayes-nominated children's musical FINN. FINN runs 65 minutes and is suitable for all sharks, fish, friends, and families.
Review: CONSTELLATION THEATRE COMPANY'S HEAD OVER HEELS at Source Theatre
by Hannah R. Wing - May 11, 2025
Constellation Theatre Company’s production of Head Over Heels, directed by Allison Arkell Stockman with musical direction by Walter “Bobby” McCoy, is a delightful musical filled with superb acting and energetic musical numbers.
by Hannah R. Wing - May 11, 2025
Constellation Theatre Company’s production of Head Over Heels, directed by Allison Arkell Stockman with musical direction by Walter “Bobby” McCoy, is a delightful musical filled with superb acting and energetic musical numbers.
Review: WOMAN ON FIRE at Creative Cauldron
by Laurie Sara Oliver - May 09, 2025
In WOMAN ON FIRE, currently performing at the Creative Cauldron in Falls Church, Virginia, playwright Marisela Treviño Orta tells a haunting story that blends elements of Greek tragedy with a contemporary setting to delve into themes of border politics, cultural identity, and the enduring power of empathy in a small Arizona border town in the aftermath of 9/11.
by Laurie Sara Oliver - May 09, 2025
In WOMAN ON FIRE, currently performing at the Creative Cauldron in Falls Church, Virginia, playwright Marisela Treviño Orta tells a haunting story that blends elements of Greek tragedy with a contemporary setting to delve into themes of border politics, cultural identity, and the enduring power of empathy in a small Arizona border town in the aftermath of 9/11.
Review: MAROONED! A SPACE COMEDY at The Kennedy Center
by Laurie Sara Oliver - May 09, 2025
MAROONED! A SPACE COMEDY, played at the Kennedy Center’s Family Theater over the weekend. In its simplicity, the performance shows the universality of human emotions and experience which transcend age, background, and even language.
by Laurie Sara Oliver - May 09, 2025
MAROONED! A SPACE COMEDY, played at the Kennedy Center’s Family Theater over the weekend. In its simplicity, the performance shows the universality of human emotions and experience which transcend age, background, and even language.
Nathan Laube To Perform Free D.C. Mother's Day Recital Featuring Mendelson and More
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 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 on Sunday, May 11 at 3 pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 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 on Sunday, May 11 at 3 pm.
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LA CASA DE BERNARDA ALBA (The House of Bernarda Alba)
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Havana Hop
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Wish World: a Bad Medicine Sketch Comedy Show
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25th Anniversary Tour of Patti LuPone Matters of the Heart
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Jonah
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