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.
'The Greatest Show On Earth' Comes to the Library of Congress
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
Feld Entertainment has donated a series of historic items to the Library of Congress, ranging from the earliest known photograph of P.T. Barnum’s Circus to a commemorative program featuring the first Black ringmaster.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
Feld Entertainment has donated a series of historic items to the Library of Congress, ranging from the earliest known photograph of P.T. Barnum’s Circus to a commemorative program featuring the first Black ringmaster.
AKIRA KUROSAWA EXPLAINS HIS MOVIES AND YOGURT (WITH LIVE AND ACTIVE CULTURES!) World Premiere Begins In May
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company will present the whimsical world premiere of Akira Kurosawa Explains His Movies and Yogurt (with live and active cultures!). Written and performed by Julia Izumi, directed by Aileen Wen McGroddy.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company will present the whimsical world premiere of Akira Kurosawa Explains His Movies and Yogurt (with live and active cultures!). Written and performed by Julia Izumi, directed by Aileen Wen McGroddy.
Arts, Entertainment, And Media Unions Decry The Dismantling Of The National Endowment for the Humanities
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
This month, the Trump Administration placed nearly 75 percent of the staff at the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) on administrative leave, announced its intention to eliminate grant categories, and began canceling approved grants that have not been fully paid out.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
This month, the Trump Administration placed nearly 75 percent of the staff at the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) on administrative leave, announced its intention to eliminate grant categories, and began canceling approved grants that have not been fully paid out.
Review: FAKE IT UNTIL YOU MAKE IT at Arena Stage
by Roger Catlin - April 13, 2025
At a time when the reckless cruelty of the current administration has been decimating the city of federal workers and shuttering NGOs, there may not be much appetite for a comedy romp about infighting among such agencies.
by Roger Catlin - April 13, 2025
At a time when the reckless cruelty of the current administration has been decimating the city of federal workers and shuttering NGOs, there may not be much appetite for a comedy romp about infighting among such agencies.
Russian/American Pianist Alexander Kobrin to Perform Free Recital in DC
by Emmy Rice - April 12, 2025
Pianist Alexander Kobrin is placed at the forefront of today's performing musicians. He will give a free recital at St. Ann Church in Washington DC on Sunday, April 27 at 3 pm.
by Emmy Rice - April 12, 2025
Pianist Alexander Kobrin is placed at the forefront of today's performing musicians. He will give a free recital at St. Ann Church in Washington DC on Sunday, April 27 at 3 pm.
Review: BEEJA - EARTH SEED by Malavika Sarukkai at the Kennedy Center
by Emily Berger - April 12, 2025
Beeja - Earth Seed by Malavika Sarukkai is the latest dance offering as part of the Kennedy Center’s Earth to Space festival. Check here for more of the review!
by Emily Berger - April 12, 2025
Beeja - Earth Seed by Malavika Sarukkai is the latest dance offering as part of the Kennedy Center’s Earth to Space festival. Check here for more of the review!
Arena Stage Honors Senator Amy Klobuchar with American Voice Award
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2025
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presented the American Voice Award to Senator Amy Klobuchar, as part of the Opening Night celebration for the world-premiere production of Larissa FastHorse’s Fake It Until You Make It. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2025
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presented the American Voice Award to Senator Amy Klobuchar, as part of the Opening Night celebration for the world-premiere production of Larissa FastHorse’s Fake It Until You Make It. Learn more!
Musician Yasmin Williams Shares 'Unhinged' Email Exchange With Kennedy Center Interim Director Richard Grenell
by Joshua Wright - April 10, 2025
Washington D.C.-based guitarist Yasmin Williams publicly shared contentious emails from Richard Grenell, the interim executive director of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, revealing a heated exchange regarding changes under President Donald Trump’s administration.
by Joshua Wright - April 10, 2025
Washington D.C.-based guitarist Yasmin Williams publicly shared contentious emails from Richard Grenell, the interim executive director of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, revealing a heated exchange regarding changes under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Arena Stage to Host FAKE IT UNTIL YOU MAKE IT Pre-Show Event
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
Washington D.C.'s Arena Stage is hosting a Native Affinity night before a performance of Fake It Until You Make It this Saturday, April 12, 2025. The pre-show event will include a vibrant marketplace featuring Native artists, artisans, vendors, and more.
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
Washington D.C.'s Arena Stage is hosting a Native Affinity night before a performance of Fake It Until You Make It this Saturday, April 12, 2025. The pre-show event will include a vibrant marketplace featuring Native artists, artisans, vendors, and more.
Jeremy Jordan and More Set for The Hylton Performing Arts Center 2025–26 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
The Hylton Performing Arts Center has revealed its 2025–26 season of performances, featuring a wide range of artists, ensembles, and productions as part of its four main series. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
The Hylton Performing Arts Center has revealed its 2025–26 season of performances, featuring a wide range of artists, ensembles, and productions as part of its four main series. Learn more!
Review: CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN THEATER FESTIVAL'S Summer 2025 Season Announced
by Andrew White - April 09, 2025
The ability to tell our stories and share of ourselves, with a community that is eager to reach out, is a superpower we all have. We are, truly, indivisible; and we should take advantage of every chance we have to break bread, share our stories, and broaden our horizons. The Contemporary American Theater Festival has been one of West Virginia’s perennial treasures, and is well deserving of our support. Be sure to plan your Summer around everything CATF has to offer!
by Andrew White - April 09, 2025
The ability to tell our stories and share of ourselves, with a community that is eager to reach out, is a superpower we all have. We are, truly, indivisible; and we should take advantage of every chance we have to break bread, share our stories, and broaden our horizons. The Contemporary American Theater Festival has been one of West Virginia’s perennial treasures, and is well deserving of our support. Be sure to plan your Summer around everything CATF has to offer!
Review: BEOWULF: A RETELLING by Taffety Punk Theatre
by Audrey Cahak - April 09, 2025
What did our critic think of BEOWULF: A RETELLING by Taffety Punk Theatre? Experience a dynamic retelling of Beowulf by Taffety Punk Theatre. Performed April 4-19 at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop. Don't miss it!
by Audrey Cahak - April 09, 2025
What did our critic think of BEOWULF: A RETELLING by Taffety Punk Theatre? Experience a dynamic retelling of Beowulf by Taffety Punk Theatre. Performed April 4-19 at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop. Don't miss it!
Review: CULLUD WATTAH at Mosaic Theater
by Roger Catlin - April 09, 2025
The Flint, Michigan water crisis began when the city decided to save money by switching its source of water from Detroit to the Flint River in 2014. It resulted in highly elevated lead levels and essentially toxic waste coming from the household taps on which tens of thousands of residents had depended.
by Roger Catlin - April 09, 2025
The Flint, Michigan water crisis began when the city decided to save money by switching its source of water from Detroit to the Flint River in 2014. It resulted in highly elevated lead levels and essentially toxic waste coming from the household taps on which tens of thousands of residents had depended.
THE AMERICAN FIVE WORLD PREMIERE, A CHRISTMAS CAROL & More Set For Ford's 2025-2026 Season
by Joshua Wright - April 09, 2025
Ford's Theatre Director Paul R. Tetreault today announced the Ford's Theatre 2025-2026 season, featuring the world premiere of Chess Jakobs's The American Five, from The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions, directed by Aaron Posner; the beloved holiday musical of A Christmas Carol with Craig Wallace reprising the role of Ebenezer Scrooge; and in commemoration of our nation's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the musical 1776, directed and choreographed by Luis Salgado.
by Joshua Wright - April 09, 2025
Ford's Theatre Director Paul R. Tetreault today announced the Ford's Theatre 2025-2026 season, featuring the world premiere of Chess Jakobs's The American Five, from The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions, directed by Aaron Posner; the beloved holiday musical of A Christmas Carol with Craig Wallace reprising the role of Ebenezer Scrooge; and in commemoration of our nation's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the musical 1776, directed and choreographed by Luis Salgado.
Video: Watch 'Wig In A Box' From Signature Theatre's HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH
by Michael Major - April 09, 2025
Watch a video of Sawyer Smith performing 'Wig In A Box' from Signature Theatre's production of the queer cult classic musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, featuring text by John Cameron Mitchell and music and lyrics by Stephen Trask.
by Michael Major - April 09, 2025
Watch a video of Sawyer Smith performing 'Wig In A Box' from Signature Theatre's production of the queer cult classic musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, featuring text by John Cameron Mitchell and music and lyrics by Stephen Trask.
Review: BAD BOOKS at Round House Theatre
by Mary Lincer - April 09, 2025
Experience a compelling take on censorship with Round House Theatre's Bad Books, exploring free speech's pitfalls during National Library Week.
by Mary Lincer - April 09, 2025
Experience a compelling take on censorship with Round House Theatre's Bad Books, exploring free speech's pitfalls during National Library Week.
Jade Jones, Kyle Beltran and More to Star in WE ARE GATHERED at Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed the full cast and creative team for Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney’s new play We Are Gathered. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed the full cast and creative team for Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney’s new play We Are Gathered. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Lindsay Mendez and Jessie Mueller to Headline BROADWAY IN THE PARK
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has revealed the headliners for the fifth annual musical theater collaboration, Broadway in the Park, featuring Lindsay Mendez and Jessie Mueller. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has revealed the headliners for the fifth annual musical theater collaboration, Broadway in the Park, featuring Lindsay Mendez and Jessie Mueller. Learn more!
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