The Keegan Theatre Presents THE ICE CHILD
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA presents the American premiere of Mike Kenny's The Ice Child. A play for young audiences and their families, The Ice Child opens on August 18, 2018, at the Andrew Keegan Theatre in Washington, DC and is recommended for ages 8 and up.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA presents the American premiere of Mike Kenny's The Ice Child. A play for young audiences and their families, The Ice Child opens on August 18, 2018, at the Andrew Keegan Theatre in Washington, DC and is recommended for ages 8 and up.
NAKED GIRLS READING Presents Banned Books, 8/24
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
There is nothing more subversive than reading banned books. Except maybe reading them naked in public! Haters be damned, were doing it.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
There is nothing more subversive than reading banned books. Except maybe reading them naked in public! Haters be damned, were doing it.
BWW Review: H.M.S. PINAFORE at Olney Theatre Center - Bring the Kids and Enjoy This Spoof of the Famous Gilbert and Sullivan Operetta
by Charles Shubow - August 02, 2018
I do not believe I have ever seen a more 'kid-friendly' theatrical event than the Olney Theatre Company's H.M.S. PINAFORE. Olney has welcomed back 'The Hypocrites' Chicago based troupe (they last appeared during the summer of 2016) who have taken their productions of both PINAFORE and PIRATES OF PENZANCE previously to the Pasadena Playhouse, and the Skirball Center in New York. 'The Hypocrites', founded in 1997 by Artistic Director Sean Graney have taken their repertories all over the country. 'The House Theatre of Chicago' has become the fiscal agent of 'The Hypocrites' and now serves as a co-producer.
by Charles Shubow - August 02, 2018
I do not believe I have ever seen a more 'kid-friendly' theatrical event than the Olney Theatre Company's H.M.S. PINAFORE. Olney has welcomed back 'The Hypocrites' Chicago based troupe (they last appeared during the summer of 2016) who have taken their productions of both PINAFORE and PIRATES OF PENZANCE previously to the Pasadena Playhouse, and the Skirball Center in New York. 'The Hypocrites', founded in 1997 by Artistic Director Sean Graney have taken their repertories all over the country. 'The House Theatre of Chicago' has become the fiscal agent of 'The Hypocrites' and now serves as a co-producer.
Rainbow Theatre Project Opens Sixth Season With IN THE CLOSET
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2018
Rainbow Theatre Project will open its sixth season with Siegmund Fuchs' In the Closet. Presented as a join world premier with Cleveland's Convergence-Continuum, In the Closet will run from August 16 - September 15, 2018 at the District of Columbia Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2018
Rainbow Theatre Project will open its sixth season with Siegmund Fuchs' In the Closet. Presented as a join world premier with Cleveland's Convergence-Continuum, In the Closet will run from August 16 - September 15, 2018 at the District of Columbia Arts Center.
Dana Marsh Named New Artistic Director of Washington Bach Consort
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2018
Washington Bach Consort, America's premiere Baroque chorus and orchestra, announces the appointment of their new Artistic Director, Dr. Dana Marsh. After the tragic passing of their beloved Founder and Artistic Director, J. Reilly Lewis, in June of 2016, the Consort has been without a formal Artistic Director. For their 40th season in 2017/2018, the Consort underwent a unique auditioning process with the intent of filling the role both for the season and beyond. They compiled a Search Committee to identify five candidates and presented a full season of concerts, each lead by one of the candidates. The process was fully documented by media partners at Classical WETA 90.9 FM and can be found here.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2018
Washington Bach Consort, America's premiere Baroque chorus and orchestra, announces the appointment of their new Artistic Director, Dr. Dana Marsh. After the tragic passing of their beloved Founder and Artistic Director, J. Reilly Lewis, in June of 2016, the Consort has been without a formal Artistic Director. For their 40th season in 2017/2018, the Consort underwent a unique auditioning process with the intent of filling the role both for the season and beyond. They compiled a Search Committee to identify five candidates and presented a full season of concerts, each lead by one of the candidates. The process was fully documented by media partners at Classical WETA 90.9 FM and can be found here.
BWW Review: THE STORY OF THE GUN at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
by Elliot Lanes - August 01, 2018
I think it's safe to say that guns in America might be one of the most divisive and important topics today. Nowadays school shootings are on the news more frequently than ever and there is usually a story every week about some kind of incident involving a gun.
by Elliot Lanes - August 01, 2018
I think it's safe to say that guns in America might be one of the most divisive and important topics today. Nowadays school shootings are on the news more frequently than ever and there is usually a story every week about some kind of incident involving a gun.
Avant Bard Announces 2018-2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2018
For its 29th season of making theatre on the edge, Avant Bard proudly announces three mainstage productions featuring classic comedies by Shakespeare and Moliere newly adapted for now, plus a contemporary classic by Suzan-Lori Parks. In keeping with the company's core commitment to affordability and access to timeless classics, Avant Bard also announces a new policy making Pay What You Will tickets available for every performance.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2018
For its 29th season of making theatre on the edge, Avant Bard proudly announces three mainstage productions featuring classic comedies by Shakespeare and Moliere newly adapted for now, plus a contemporary classic by Suzan-Lori Parks. In keeping with the company's core commitment to affordability and access to timeless classics, Avant Bard also announces a new policy making Pay What You Will tickets available for every performance.
BWW Review: ALAN CUMMING: LEGAL IMMIGRANT at The Kennedy Center
by Hannah Land - July 31, 2018
Alan Cumming really is a delight. His cabaret Legal Immigrant, performed at the Kennedy Center on Saturday night, is a seamless blend of music and hilarious anecdote.
by Hannah Land - July 31, 2018
Alan Cumming really is a delight. His cabaret Legal Immigrant, performed at the Kennedy Center on Saturday night, is a seamless blend of music and hilarious anecdote.
Arena Stage 2018/19 Season Single Tickets On Sale
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2018
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces single tickets on sale July 31, 2018 for the full 2018/19 season.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2018
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces single tickets on sale July 31, 2018 for the full 2018/19 season.
Arena Stage's Molly Smith on the Continuing Importance of THE ORIGINALIST
by Elliot Lanes - July 30, 2018
You might say that Arena Stage's Artistic Director Molly Smith is responsible for some of the most socially and politically conscious theatre produced in the DC area. Her Power Plays initiative is just one example of how she presents work that entertains, educates and promotes discussion after viewing.
by Elliot Lanes - July 30, 2018
You might say that Arena Stage's Artistic Director Molly Smith is responsible for some of the most socially and politically conscious theatre produced in the DC area. Her Power Plays initiative is just one example of how she presents work that entertains, educates and promotes discussion after viewing.
BWW Review: Optimism Abounds in World Premiere of DAVE at Arena Stage
by Jennifer Perry - July 29, 2018
'Dave' is a really fun show with a strong cast. It's just the right kind of show we need in DC right now. While questions might emerge as to whether it can play elsewhere, I would suggest that no matter where you live, you may be eager to immerse yourself in a world of political optimism for a few hours.
by Jennifer Perry - July 29, 2018
'Dave' is a really fun show with a strong cast. It's just the right kind of show we need in DC right now. While questions might emerge as to whether it can play elsewhere, I would suggest that no matter where you live, you may be eager to immerse yourself in a world of political optimism for a few hours.
BWW Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Quotidian Theatre Company
by Rachael Goldberg - July 29, 2018
One of the best parts of seeing a re-imagining of a well-known work is that it enables you to revisit it from a different angle. The new presentation allows you to enjoy the work fresh, and maybe even catch something new that has been lost in familiarity. With apologies to the (British) Bard, Quotidian Theater Company's production proves that A Midsummer Night's Dream is, in fact, an Irish play.
by Rachael Goldberg - July 29, 2018
One of the best parts of seeing a re-imagining of a well-known work is that it enables you to revisit it from a different angle. The new presentation allows you to enjoy the work fresh, and maybe even catch something new that has been lost in familiarity. With apologies to the (British) Bard, Quotidian Theater Company's production proves that A Midsummer Night's Dream is, in fact, an Irish play.
Mosaic Theater Company's Fourth Season Begins With Empowering MARIE AND ROSETTA
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2018
"How Hope Happens," the Fourth Season at Mosaic Theater Company, will open with Marie and Rosetta, written by George Brant and directed by local artist Sandra L. Holloway. This play featuring gospel music, blues, and rock n' roll tells the story of the first rehearsal between Sister Rosetta Tharpe (recently inducted into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame), and her young protegee Marie Knight.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2018
"How Hope Happens," the Fourth Season at Mosaic Theater Company, will open with Marie and Rosetta, written by George Brant and directed by local artist Sandra L. Holloway. This play featuring gospel music, blues, and rock n' roll tells the story of the first rehearsal between Sister Rosetta Tharpe (recently inducted into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame), and her young protegee Marie Knight.
Signature Theatre Hosts an Open House On August 5
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2018
Virginia's Signature Theatre opens its doors for its annual Open House on Sunday, August 5, for an all-day extravaganza full of live performances and arts events across six different stages. Free and open to the public, this special summer event runs from noon until 8:30pm, with numerous performances throughout the Signature complex starting every fifteen minutes, as well as a one-day-only discounted ticket sale at the Box Office for select performances of mainstage shows in Signature's 2018/19 season. A complete schedule for the day is listed below.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2018
Virginia's Signature Theatre opens its doors for its annual Open House on Sunday, August 5, for an all-day extravaganza full of live performances and arts events across six different stages. Free and open to the public, this special summer event runs from noon until 8:30pm, with numerous performances throughout the Signature complex starting every fifteen minutes, as well as a one-day-only discounted ticket sale at the Box Office for select performances of mainstage shows in Signature's 2018/19 season. A complete schedule for the day is listed below.
Flying V and theatreWashington Announce Intro To Intimacy For The Stage Workshop
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
Flying V, in association with theatreWashington, are proud to present: Intimacy Directors International Co-Founder, Siobhan Richardson, as a guest instructor from Toronto, Ontario, Canada to teach a 4-Hour Workshop, An Introduction to Intimacy For The Stage, from 1-5pm on August 12th, at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
Flying V, in association with theatreWashington, are proud to present: Intimacy Directors International Co-Founder, Siobhan Richardson, as a guest instructor from Toronto, Ontario, Canada to teach a 4-Hour Workshop, An Introduction to Intimacy For The Stage, from 1-5pm on August 12th, at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center.
Arena Stage's Free Community Day Kicks Off 2018/19 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater kicks off the company's 2018/19 season with a free Community Day on Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mead Center (1101 Sixth St., SW).
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater kicks off the company's 2018/19 season with a free Community Day on Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mead Center (1101 Sixth St., SW).
BWW Review: PERFECTING THE KISS at Capital Fringe
by Elliot Lanes - July 26, 2018
Finally, here is a play where the most important person in a theatrical production is front and center. I am speaking of course of the stage manager (SM); you know, the one that keeps everything running smoothly from the first day of rehearsal through performance. Playwright Scott C. Sickles' hilarious play Perfecting the Kiss is a cross between a theatrical farce (think Noises Off) and a mockumentary film (think This is Spinal Tap.)
by Elliot Lanes - July 26, 2018
Finally, here is a play where the most important person in a theatrical production is front and center. I am speaking of course of the stage manager (SM); you know, the one that keeps everything running smoothly from the first day of rehearsal through performance. Playwright Scott C. Sickles' hilarious play Perfecting the Kiss is a cross between a theatrical farce (think Noises Off) and a mockumentary film (think This is Spinal Tap.)
Theater J Opens Season With Show At The Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
Theater J presents the Washington, DC debut of the Hershey Felder production of The Pianist of Willesden Lane, starring internationally-acclaimed storyteller and concert pianist Mona Golabek in a limited engagement at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in the Family Theater. The production is adapted and directed by Hershey Felder and based on the book The Children of Willesden Lane: Beyond the Kindertransport: A Memoir of Music, Love, and Survival by Golabek and Lee Cohen. Performances are September 12 - 30.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
Theater J presents the Washington, DC debut of the Hershey Felder production of The Pianist of Willesden Lane, starring internationally-acclaimed storyteller and concert pianist Mona Golabek in a limited engagement at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in the Family Theater. The production is adapted and directed by Hershey Felder and based on the book The Children of Willesden Lane: Beyond the Kindertransport: A Memoir of Music, Love, and Survival by Golabek and Lee Cohen. Performances are September 12 - 30.
Possum Point Players Musical Revue Workshop Set for August 3 & 4
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
School may be out for the summer, but at Possum Hall, theatre is definitely "in" for young people. Possum Point Players student age affiliate, Possum Juniors, just completed a successful production of "Bus Stop," and theatre camps are in session. On Friday, August 3, and Saturday, August 4, an ensembled-based group of young people present an experimental workshop, "Different Than Good."
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
School may be out for the summer, but at Possum Hall, theatre is definitely "in" for young people. Possum Point Players student age affiliate, Possum Juniors, just completed a successful production of "Bus Stop," and theatre camps are in session. On Friday, August 3, and Saturday, August 4, an ensembled-based group of young people present an experimental workshop, "Different Than Good."
National Philharmonic Presents Washington Premierof 'On the Waterfront,'With Live Orchestration of Leonard Bernstein's Score
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
The National Philharmonic begins its 2018-2019 season at The Music Center at Strathmore on Saturday, Sept. 29, at 8 p.m., with a Washington D.C. premier of Marlon Brando's On the Waterfront celebrating iconic American composer Leonard Bernstein's 100th birthday. The orchestra will perform Bernstein's score from the 1954 Oscar award-winning film, On the Waterfront, which ranks eighth on the American Film Institute's Top 100 list. The orchestra will be conducted by Philharmonic Music Director and Conductor Piotr Gajewski who was mentored by Bernstein. The concert will begin with a performance of the Star-Spangled Banner, conducted by Eliot Pfanstiehl, former CEO and founder of the Strathmore Hall Foundation Inc. The eight-time Oscar-winning re-mastered film, directed by Elia Kazan, stars Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Lee J. Cobb, and Eva Marie Saint, and will be shown in high-definition with the original dialogue intact. Ticket prices are $35-$85 and are free for young people age 7-17. Strathmore is located at 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.nationalphilharmonic.org or call 301.581.5100.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
The National Philharmonic begins its 2018-2019 season at The Music Center at Strathmore on Saturday, Sept. 29, at 8 p.m., with a Washington D.C. premier of Marlon Brando's On the Waterfront celebrating iconic American composer Leonard Bernstein's 100th birthday. The orchestra will perform Bernstein's score from the 1954 Oscar award-winning film, On the Waterfront, which ranks eighth on the American Film Institute's Top 100 list. The orchestra will be conducted by Philharmonic Music Director and Conductor Piotr Gajewski who was mentored by Bernstein. The concert will begin with a performance of the Star-Spangled Banner, conducted by Eliot Pfanstiehl, former CEO and founder of the Strathmore Hall Foundation Inc. The eight-time Oscar-winning re-mastered film, directed by Elia Kazan, stars Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Lee J. Cobb, and Eva Marie Saint, and will be shown in high-definition with the original dialogue intact. Ticket prices are $35-$85 and are free for young people age 7-17. Strathmore is located at 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.nationalphilharmonic.org or call 301.581.5100.
BWW Review: GOD IS DEAD AND APRIL'S GETTING MARRIED and A TWO WOMAN HAMLET Don't Fully Execute their Visions at Capital Fringe
by Sam Abney - July 23, 2018
Capital Fringe productions tend to have a lot of ambition. No matter the quality of the show, there is a clear underlining of a message the playwright wants to get across to their audience. When this message is unclear, however, the work can begin to falter. Unfortunately, this is the kind of scenario that befalls two promising productions at the Festival: God is Dead and April's Getting Married and A Two Woman Hamlet. Neither is bad, per se, but each show fails at living up to the promise of their premises.
by Sam Abney - July 23, 2018
Capital Fringe productions tend to have a lot of ambition. No matter the quality of the show, there is a clear underlining of a message the playwright wants to get across to their audience. When this message is unclear, however, the work can begin to falter. Unfortunately, this is the kind of scenario that befalls two promising productions at the Festival: God is Dead and April's Getting Married and A Two Woman Hamlet. Neither is bad, per se, but each show fails at living up to the promise of their premises.
40th Anniversary Young Concert Artists Series In Washington, DC Announced
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2018
Young Concert Artists continues its 40-year tradition of discovering and introducing exciting young musicians to Washington, DC audiences.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2018
Young Concert Artists continues its 40-year tradition of discovering and introducing exciting young musicians to Washington, DC audiences.
BEAUTIFUL Returns to The National Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2018
The National Theatre announces that tickets for the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway smash hit Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, about the early life and career of the legendary and groundbreaking singer/songwriter, will go on sale Friday, July 27, 2018. BEAUTIFUL is onstage at the National Theatre for a 5-week run over the holidays from November 27 thru December 30, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2018
The National Theatre announces that tickets for the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway smash hit Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, about the early life and career of the legendary and groundbreaking singer/songwriter, will go on sale Friday, July 27, 2018. BEAUTIFUL is onstage at the National Theatre for a 5-week run over the holidays from November 27 thru December 30, 2018.
BWW Review: MUSICAL THERAPY at Capital Fringe
by Elliot Lanes - July 23, 2018
Producing a show in a festival setting can be a harrowing experience. There are many things that can get in your way. Things like a small playing space, bad acoustics and everyone's favorite, a fifteen-minute set up and strike time.
by Elliot Lanes - July 23, 2018
Producing a show in a festival setting can be a harrowing experience. There are many things that can get in your way. Things like a small playing space, bad acoustics and everyone's favorite, a fifteen-minute set up and strike time.
BWW Review: AN UNHEALTHY MAN LECTURES YOU ON MEDICAL ISSUES Presented by Uncle Slappy Productions at Capital Fringe
by Elliot Lanes - July 23, 2018
Facing a medical crisis is never fun, particularly one that could potentially kill you. Veteran actor Vincent Clark (who might be best known for his work at Washington Stage Guild with over 30 productions so far) has taken his real life medical emergency horror story and turned it into an amusing and sometimes horrifying basically one man show, An Unhealthy Man Lectures You on Medical Issues.
by Elliot Lanes - July 23, 2018
Facing a medical crisis is never fun, particularly one that could potentially kill you. Veteran actor Vincent Clark (who might be best known for his work at Washington Stage Guild with over 30 productions so far) has taken his real life medical emergency horror story and turned it into an amusing and sometimes horrifying basically one man show, An Unhealthy Man Lectures You on Medical Issues.
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