The Miró Quartet to Perform At The Kennedy Center's Fortas Chamber Music Concerts
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
The Miró Quartet will mark its 30th anniversary with a performance at The Kennedy Center's Fortas Chamber Music Concerts, featuring works by Haydn, Beethoven, and Caroline Shaw. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
The Miró Quartet will mark its 30th anniversary with a performance at The Kennedy Center's Fortas Chamber Music Concerts, featuring works by Haydn, Beethoven, and Caroline Shaw. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Writers and Composer Talk FINN at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
From the creator of Doc McStuffins and Vampirina, Finn is filled with vibrant sea creatures and catchy tunes at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about the show in the videos here!
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
From the creator of Doc McStuffins and Vampirina, Finn is filled with vibrant sea creatures and catchy tunes at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about the show in the videos here!
PETITE ROUGE: A CAJUN RED RIDING HOOD To Open At Imagination Stage
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
IMAGINATION STAGE will present PETITE ROUGE: A CAJUN RED RIDING HOOD, a fresh take on the classic tale set in the Louisiana bayou.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
IMAGINATION STAGE will present PETITE ROUGE: A CAJUN RED RIDING HOOD, a fresh take on the classic tale set in the Louisiana bayou.
STEP AFRIKA!’S MAGICAL MUSICAL HOLIDAY STEP SHOW to be Presented at Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Arena Stage will present the return of D.C.’s favorite holiday tradition, Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Arena Stage will present the return of D.C.’s favorite holiday tradition, Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE SECOND CITY: DANCE LIKE THERE'S BLACK PEOPLE WATCHING at Woolly Mammoth
by Roger Catlin - November 12, 2024
The latest Second City production at Woolly Mammoth aims to bring “Black joy” in the tradition of its past successes there, such as 2016’s “Black Side of the Moon.” That show came to D.C. on the teeth of a dispiriting election, as does the new one, “Dance Like There’s Black People Watching.”
by Roger Catlin - November 12, 2024
The latest Second City production at Woolly Mammoth aims to bring “Black joy” in the tradition of its past successes there, such as 2016’s “Black Side of the Moon.” That show came to D.C. on the teeth of a dispiriting election, as does the new one, “Dance Like There’s Black People Watching.”
DUEL REALITY By The 7 Fingers Comes to Shakespeare Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Shakespeare Theatre Company announces a summer add-on production: Duel Reality by The 7 Fingers, a highflying theatrical take on Romeo and Juliet, which comes to Harman Hall in July.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Shakespeare Theatre Company announces a summer add-on production: Duel Reality by The 7 Fingers, a highflying theatrical take on Romeo and Juliet, which comes to Harman Hall in July.
Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
by David Friscic - November 10, 2024
Shenanigans and Sondheim are a great combination in Signature Theatre’s production of the beloved musical farce A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
by David Friscic - November 10, 2024
Shenanigans and Sondheim are a great combination in Signature Theatre’s production of the beloved musical farce A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Review: DATA at Arena Stage
by Jackson Malmgren - November 09, 2024
What did our critic think of DATA at Arena Stage?
by Jackson Malmgren - November 09, 2024
What did our critic think of DATA at Arena Stage?
Monumental Theatre Company to Present Third Annual SUNDAY FUNDAY
by Blair Ingenthron - November 09, 2024
Sunday Funday: A Power Pop Girlie Drag Cabaret will feature a cast of local musical theatre talent and singing drag queens, a three-piece band music directed by Marika Countouris, as well as bottomless drinks. Learn more about the event here!
by Blair Ingenthron - November 09, 2024
Sunday Funday: A Power Pop Girlie Drag Cabaret will feature a cast of local musical theatre talent and singing drag queens, a three-piece band music directed by Marika Countouris, as well as bottomless drinks. Learn more about the event here!
Video: Ruben & Trey Santiago-Hudson Talk Joining Forces for THE OTHER AMERICANS
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 08, 2024
Now running at Arena Stage is a new work by John Leguizamo- The Other Americans. In this video, watch as director Ruben Santiago-Hudson and his son, Trey Santiago-Hudson tell us all about the new play!
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 08, 2024
Now running at Arena Stage is a new work by John Leguizamo- The Other Americans. In this video, watch as director Ruben Santiago-Hudson and his son, Trey Santiago-Hudson tell us all about the new play!
Exclusive Photos: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2024
Get an exclusive first look at photos of Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Check out the photos here!
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2024
Get an exclusive first look at photos of Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Check out the photos here!
Folger Consort to Present A MASS FOR CHRISTMAS EVE: BAROQUE MUSIC OR THE SEASON
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2024
Folger Consort will continue its beloved DC holiday tradition, hosting eleven concerts of A Mass for Christmas Eve: Baroque Music for the Season. Learn more about the concerts and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2024
Folger Consort will continue its beloved DC holiday tradition, hosting eleven concerts of A Mass for Christmas Eve: Baroque Music for the Season. Learn more about the concerts and see how to attend.
Spotlight: MANDY GONZALEZ at Hylton Performing Arts Center
by BWW Special Offer - November 06, 2024
On Saturday, November 9 at 8 p.m, join Mandy Gonzalez, whose voice “has a potency even the most revered divas would envy” (City Pulse), for an evening of Broadway songs, film scores, and music from her debut album, Fearless.
by BWW Special Offer - November 06, 2024
On Saturday, November 9 at 8 p.m, join Mandy Gonzalez, whose voice “has a potency even the most revered divas would envy” (City Pulse), for an evening of Broadway songs, film scores, and music from her debut album, Fearless.
Review: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at Theater J
by Mary Lincer - November 05, 2024
In an elegant coincidence (or a charming conspiracy by the theatre gods), DC audiences will be able to see two absolutely engrossing plays about Jewish family life in 20th and 21st century Europe, back to back: Tom Stoppard's Tony award-winning Leopoldstadt next month at the Shakespeare Theatre and Joshua Harmon's Drama Desk award-winning Prayer for the French Republic through November 24 at Theater J.
by Mary Lincer - November 05, 2024
In an elegant coincidence (or a charming conspiracy by the theatre gods), DC audiences will be able to see two absolutely engrossing plays about Jewish family life in 20th and 21st century Europe, back to back: Tom Stoppard's Tony award-winning Leopoldstadt next month at the Shakespeare Theatre and Joshua Harmon's Drama Desk award-winning Prayer for the French Republic through November 24 at Theater J.
Review: DISNEY FROZEN at Olney Theatre Center
by Ken Kemp - November 05, 2024
A Broadway quality show that is perfect for introducing young children to the magic of live theatre. There's magic in the air, as Olney Theatre Center kicks off the holiday musical season with a production of Disney's Frozen that is nothing short of spectacular.
by Ken Kemp - November 05, 2024
A Broadway quality show that is perfect for introducing young children to the magic of live theatre. There's magic in the air, as Olney Theatre Center kicks off the holiday musical season with a production of Disney's Frozen that is nothing short of spectacular.
Review: THE ART OF CARE at Mosaic Theater Company
by Morgan Musselman - November 05, 2024
Those looking for a break from election discourse this month may find welcome reprieve in Mosaic Theater Company's deeply compassionate production, THE ART OF CARE, on stage now through November 24.
by Morgan Musselman - November 05, 2024
Those looking for a break from election discourse this month may find welcome reprieve in Mosaic Theater Company's deeply compassionate production, THE ART OF CARE, on stage now through November 24.
Review: Solas Nua's Double Bill Opens Thrilling New Horizons for DC Theater
by Andrew White - November 04, 2024
In collaboration with two innovative young companies from Ireland, Dublin’s Murmuration and Galway’s Brú Theatre, we have a vision of the future of theatre which takes the new technologies of sound and film in stride. The results are pieces that occur right next to you, enveloping you in a warmth you won’t find outside of that snug in your favorite pub.
by Andrew White - November 04, 2024
In collaboration with two innovative young companies from Ireland, Dublin’s Murmuration and Galway’s Brú Theatre, we have a vision of the future of theatre which takes the new technologies of sound and film in stride. The results are pieces that occur right next to you, enveloping you in a warmth you won’t find outside of that snug in your favorite pub.
Review: THE OTHER AMERICANS at Arena Stage
by David Friscic - November 04, 2024
An obvious labor of love by all concerned, actor and writer John Leguizamo’s The Other Americans is an extremely well-written and highly ambitious play that delineates the tragedy of a man’s fatal flaws ripping apart his family at the seams.
by David Friscic - November 04, 2024
An obvious labor of love by all concerned, actor and writer John Leguizamo’s The Other Americans is an extremely well-written and highly ambitious play that delineates the tragedy of a man’s fatal flaws ripping apart his family at the seams.
Theatre For Young Audiences/usa Announces 2025 TYA/USA NATIONAL FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Theatre for Young Audiences USA (TYA/USA), in collaboration with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, has announced the 2025 TYA/USA National Festival & Conference: BLOOM, taking place on May 6th-8th, 2025, in Washington,D.C.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Theatre for Young Audiences USA (TYA/USA), in collaboration with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, has announced the 2025 TYA/USA National Festival & Conference: BLOOM, taking place on May 6th-8th, 2025, in Washington,D.C.
Arena Stage Receives Grant of Support from The Mellon Foundation
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has received a transformative two-year grant of $1,500,000 from the Mellon Foundation. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has received a transformative two-year grant of $1,500,000 from the Mellon Foundation. Learn more!
Review: DOKTOR KABOOM: UNDER PRESSURE! at The Kennedy Center
by Jennifer Muscato - October 30, 2024
Doktor Kaboom (and no, I didn't spell that wrong) is a man of science...it says so right on his lab coat. With that in mind, I knew my 7-year-old son was going to love this show, and I was right. In fact, I've seen many shows at The Kennedy Center's Family Theater, and this was the best one!
by Jennifer Muscato - October 30, 2024
Doktor Kaboom (and no, I didn't spell that wrong) is a man of science...it says so right on his lab coat. With that in mind, I knew my 7-year-old son was going to love this show, and I was right. In fact, I've seen many shows at The Kennedy Center's Family Theater, and this was the best one!
Interview: Theatre Life with Naveen Kumar
by Elliot Lanes - October 30, 2024
Over the last eight years, I have been fortunate to interview pretty much every theater critic at The Washington Post for this column. Now I have the distinct pleasure of introducing you to another stellar journalist that joins the list.
by Elliot Lanes - October 30, 2024
Over the last eight years, I have been fortunate to interview pretty much every theater critic at The Washington Post for this column. Now I have the distinct pleasure of introducing you to another stellar journalist that joins the list.
Craig Wallace to Return As Ebenezer Scrooge In Ford's Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Craig Wallace will reprise his role as Ebenezer Scrooge in Ford’s Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, bringing the classic holiday tale to life. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Craig Wallace will reprise his role as Ebenezer Scrooge in Ford’s Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, bringing the classic holiday tale to life. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
2024 ArtsFairfax Awards Raise Record $200K
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2024
ArtsFairfax Awards, the region’s premier event to honor major arts contributions in Fairfax County, raised a record high in support of the nonprofit’s efforts to engage in discussions around creative placemaking and public art and develop new programs to support individual artists. Learn more about the awards.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2024
ArtsFairfax Awards, the region’s premier event to honor major arts contributions in Fairfax County, raised a record high in support of the nonprofit’s efforts to engage in discussions around creative placemaking and public art and develop new programs to support individual artists. Learn more about the awards.
Voices Festival Productions to Present Roundtable Event For WHO CARES: THE CAREGIVER INTERVIEW PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2024
Voices Festival Productions will present a Community Care Roundtable, featuring elder care experts and DC theatermakers, in honor of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Learn how to tune in.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2024
Voices Festival Productions will present a Community Care Roundtable, featuring elder care experts and DC theatermakers, in honor of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Learn how to tune in.
Videos
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The Snowman and The Snowdog
Imagination Stage (11/22 - 1/4)
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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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Chanukah in the Dark
Theater J (12/6 - 12/21) | |
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ho ho ho ha ha ha ha
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company (11/13 - 12/21) | |
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Guys and Dolls
Shakespeare Theatre Company (12/2 - 1/4) | |
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Catch Me If You Can
Shenandoah Conservatory (2/26 - 3/1) | |
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It's My Party!
video-on-demand (1/22 - 2/5) | |
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Between Riverside and Crazy
1st Stage (2/19 - 3/8) | |
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Indecent
1st Stage (6/4 - 6/21) | |
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Havana Hop
Imagination Stage (2/14 - 3/7) | |
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Doja Cat at Capital One Arena
Capital One Arena (11/11 - 12/11) | |
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