Review: Audra McDonald in Concert with The National Symphony Orchestra at Kennedy Center Concert Hall
by Mary Lincer - January 31, 2024
Audra McDonald has (at least) four voices--Broadway, jazz, opera, blues--not to mention six Tonys. She brought them all (the voices, not the awards) to her two hour concert with the National Symphony Pops which repeats Wednesday evening, January 31.
by Mary Lincer - January 31, 2024
Audra McDonald has (at least) four voices--Broadway, jazz, opera, blues--not to mention six Tonys. She brought them all (the voices, not the awards) to her two hour concert with the National Symphony Pops which repeats Wednesday evening, January 31.
Review: TICK, TICK ...BOOM! at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
by Pamela Roberts - January 31, 2024
Tick, tick …BOOM! is a raw and moving semi-autobiographical musical by Rent's Jonathan Larson. The Kennedy Center revisits the work with a spiffy new Broadway Center Stage production directed by Neil Patrick Harris and brings together three of Broadway’s most exciting and award-winning talents: Brandon Uranowitz Denée Benton and Grey Henson.
by Pamela Roberts - January 31, 2024
Tick, tick …BOOM! is a raw and moving semi-autobiographical musical by Rent's Jonathan Larson. The Kennedy Center revisits the work with a spiffy new Broadway Center Stage production directed by Neil Patrick Harris and brings together three of Broadway’s most exciting and award-winning talents: Brandon Uranowitz Denée Benton and Grey Henson.
Folger Shakespeare Library To Open New Galleries, Café and Shop On June 21
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2024
Folger Shakespeare Library announces its reopening on June 21, 2024. Press contact: Garland Scott, 202.675.0342 / gscott@folger.edu.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2024
Folger Shakespeare Library announces its reopening on June 21, 2024. Press contact: Garland Scott, 202.675.0342 / gscott@folger.edu.
Signature & Wolf Trap to Present Fourth Annual Broadway In The Park
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2024
Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap announce the fourth annual Broadway in the Park.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2024
Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap announce the fourth annual Broadway in the Park.
Video: New Trailer For THIS MUCH I KNOW at Theatre J
by Joshua Wright - January 30, 2024
Get a first look at an all new trailer for Theatre J's This Much I Know. Written by the highly acclaimed playwright Jonathan Spector, This Much I Know will be directed by Theater J Artistic Director, Hayley Finn, making her directorial debut for the company.
by Joshua Wright - January 30, 2024
Get a first look at an all new trailer for Theatre J's This Much I Know. Written by the highly acclaimed playwright Jonathan Spector, This Much I Know will be directed by Theater J Artistic Director, Hayley Finn, making her directorial debut for the company.
Video: Watch Nova Y. Payton Sing 'I Say A Little Prayer' from THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR at Signature Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2024
Watch Nova Y. Payton sing 'I Say A Little Prayer' from Signature's latest cabaret THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR, featuring the repertoire of Burt Bacharach in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2024
Watch Nova Y. Payton sing 'I Say A Little Prayer' from Signature's latest cabaret THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR, featuring the repertoire of Burt Bacharach in the video here!
Review: MINDPLAY at Arena Stage
by Ken Kemp - January 27, 2024
This moving blend of engrossing theatre, vulnerable storytelling and masterful illusions is must see theatre.
by Ken Kemp - January 27, 2024
This moving blend of engrossing theatre, vulnerable storytelling and masterful illusions is must see theatre.
Review: ANNIE at Broadway at the National
by Peter Rouleau - January 25, 2024
A pleasantly diverting spectacle.
by Peter Rouleau - January 25, 2024
A pleasantly diverting spectacle.
Video: Get A First Look At Roundhouse Theatre's NEXT TO NORMAL
by Joshua Wright - January 25, 2024
Get a first look at Roundhouse Theatre's production of Next to Normal, now on stage through February 25th, 2024. Next to Normal is a co-production with Barrington Stage.
by Joshua Wright - January 25, 2024
Get a first look at Roundhouse Theatre's production of Next to Normal, now on stage through February 25th, 2024. Next to Normal is a co-production with Barrington Stage.
Mosaic Theater Company To Honor Dan Logan And Jane Lang At The Spark 2024 Benefit Celebration, February 10
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2024
Mosaic Theater Company honors co-founder Dan Logan and Jane Lang at The Spark 2024 Benefit Celebration on February 10.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2024
Mosaic Theater Company honors co-founder Dan Logan and Jane Lang at The Spark 2024 Benefit Celebration on February 10.
Review: A COMMEDIA ROMEO AND JULIET at Faction Of Fools Theatre Company
by Roger Catlin - January 24, 2024
Commedia dell’Arte was a theatrical style that developed in Italy more than 450 years ago. Intended for the lower classes, with exuberant physical movement, improvisation, lots of masks and stock characters like the Harlequin and Pulcinella, it was a celebratory perfect for the carnivale circuit.
by Roger Catlin - January 24, 2024
Commedia dell’Arte was a theatrical style that developed in Italy more than 450 years ago. Intended for the lower classes, with exuberant physical movement, improvisation, lots of masks and stock characters like the Harlequin and Pulcinella, it was a celebratory perfect for the carnivale circuit.
Photos/Video: Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Presents WHERE WE BELONG
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2024
Following a world premiere film adaptation in 2021 and a successful 2022-23 national tour, Folger Theatre, in association with Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, announces the return of Where We Belong, written and performed by Madeline Sayet and directed by Mei Ann Teo. Where We Belong is on stage at Folger Theatre February 15 – March 10, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2024
Following a world premiere film adaptation in 2021 and a successful 2022-23 national tour, Folger Theatre, in association with Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, announces the return of Where We Belong, written and performed by Madeline Sayet and directed by Mei Ann Teo. Where We Belong is on stage at Folger Theatre February 15 – March 10, 2024.
Feature: An Advocate in Providing Arts For All Deb Gottesman's Passion is Awe Inspiring
by Elliot Lanes - January 23, 2024
If you have been following my writings over the years, you know that when someone asks me about what arts in education to go to in the DMV, The Theatre Lab School of The Dramatic Arts is the ONLY one I will recommend. For over thirty years, The Theatre Lab has been helmed by co-Founders Deb Gottesman and Buzz Mauro. Their philosophy of arts education for all makes them an organization that just keeps raising the bar for what arts education should look like across the country and the world.
by Elliot Lanes - January 23, 2024
If you have been following my writings over the years, you know that when someone asks me about what arts in education to go to in the DMV, The Theatre Lab School of The Dramatic Arts is the ONLY one I will recommend. For over thirty years, The Theatre Lab has been helmed by co-Founders Deb Gottesman and Buzz Mauro. Their philosophy of arts education for all makes them an organization that just keeps raising the bar for what arts education should look like across the country and the world.
Review: AMERICAN OPERA INITIATIVE: Three 20-Minute Operas at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - January 23, 2024
What did our critic think of AMERICAN OPERA INITIATIVE: THREE 20-MINUTE OPERAS at Kennedy Center?
by Roger Catlin - January 23, 2024
What did our critic think of AMERICAN OPERA INITIATIVE: THREE 20-MINUTE OPERAS at Kennedy Center?
Review: To Steve With Love: Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim at Kennedy Center
by David Friscic - January 23, 2024
Liz Callaway embodies and breathes the essence of Stephen Sondheim. In the very personal and professional tribute concert To Steve With Love: Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim, there is an utter fusion of the performer’s love and respect for her musical mentor and the choice and intimate presentation of the Sondheim songs that Ms. Callaway interprets.
by David Friscic - January 23, 2024
Liz Callaway embodies and breathes the essence of Stephen Sondheim. In the very personal and professional tribute concert To Steve With Love: Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim, there is an utter fusion of the performer’s love and respect for her musical mentor and the choice and intimate presentation of the Sondheim songs that Ms. Callaway interprets.
Review: NUNSENSE A-MEN! at NextStop Theatre
by Tavish Young - January 22, 2024
On January 20th, NextStop Theatre Company premiered their production of Nunsense A-Men!, directed by Andrew Regiec.
by Tavish Young - January 22, 2024
On January 20th, NextStop Theatre Company premiered their production of Nunsense A-Men!, directed by Andrew Regiec.
CMS Winter Festival: Quartet Panorama to Feature Performances by Calidore, Schumann, Cremona, and Escher Quartets
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
CMS Winter Festival: Quartet Panorama, taking place in February and March showcases the future of string quartets. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
CMS Winter Festival: Quartet Panorama, taking place in February and March showcases the future of string quartets. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Anthony Kearns to Headline Celebration of Songwriter Brendan Graham at The National Concert Hall in Dublin
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2024
Joined by the National Symphony Orchestra, world-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns will sing the tenor role in 'You Raise Me Up - The Songs and Stories of Brendan Graham' at the National Concert Hall in Dublin.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2024
Joined by the National Symphony Orchestra, world-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns will sing the tenor role in 'You Raise Me Up - The Songs and Stories of Brendan Graham' at the National Concert Hall in Dublin.
Review: THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR: NOVA Y. PAYTON SINGS BURT BACHARACH at Signature Theatre
by David Friscic - January 20, 2024
Nova Y. Payton breathed fresh air, sassy jazz elements and sublime, variegated vocals into the world of the legendary composer Burt Bacharach in an innovative and musically invigorating evening of cabaret. Entitled That’s What Friends Are For: Nova Y. Payton Sings Burt Bacharach, this cabaret was yet another fine evening of cabaret from Signature Theatre.
by David Friscic - January 20, 2024
Nova Y. Payton breathed fresh air, sassy jazz elements and sublime, variegated vocals into the world of the legendary composer Burt Bacharach in an innovative and musically invigorating evening of cabaret. Entitled That’s What Friends Are For: Nova Y. Payton Sings Burt Bacharach, this cabaret was yet another fine evening of cabaret from Signature Theatre.
Pianist Brian Ganz To Play Chopin's Most Difficult Works At Strathmore As He Closes In On Being The First To Perform All 250
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
Sparkling, colossal, and virtuosic—this is how internationally acclaimed pianist Brian Ganz describes the music in his upcoming recital, “Chopin the Virtuoso,” at The Music Center at Strathmore at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
Sparkling, colossal, and virtuosic—this is how internationally acclaimed pianist Brian Ganz describes the music in his upcoming recital, “Chopin the Virtuoso,” at The Music Center at Strathmore at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024.
GALA Theatre Presents THE PALACIOS SISTERS LAS HERMANAS PALACIOS
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
GALA Hispanic Theatre will present the WORLD PREMIERE of The Palacios Sisters (Las Hermanas Palacios) co-conceived by Cuban American director Adrián Alea and Cuban American playwright Cristina García from February 1 to 25, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2024
GALA Hispanic Theatre will present the WORLD PREMIERE of The Palacios Sisters (Las Hermanas Palacios) co-conceived by Cuban American director Adrián Alea and Cuban American playwright Cristina García from February 1 to 25, 2024.
Video: Gianandrea Noseda on the NSO's Europe Tour
by Joshua Wright - January 19, 2024
From February 16–28, 2024, Noseda leads his first international tour with the NSO; the orchestra’s first multi-city European tour since 2016. The NSO will visit some of Europe’s most important concert halls performing for audiences in Spain, Germany, and Italy, joined by soloists pianist Seong-Jin Cho and violinist Hilary Hahn.
by Joshua Wright - January 19, 2024
From February 16–28, 2024, Noseda leads his first international tour with the NSO; the orchestra’s first multi-city European tour since 2016. The NSO will visit some of Europe’s most important concert halls performing for audiences in Spain, Germany, and Italy, joined by soloists pianist Seong-Jin Cho and violinist Hilary Hahn.
VIDEO: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes To Kennedy Center Next Month
by Joshua Wright - January 18, 2024
For its annual Kennedy Center engagement, the beloved company presents Ailey classics and new works, including Ailey’s signature Revelations. Watch highlights from the upcoming program in all new video.
by Joshua Wright - January 18, 2024
For its annual Kennedy Center engagement, the beloved company presents Ailey classics and new works, including Ailey’s signature Revelations. Watch highlights from the upcoming program in all new video.
The Washington Ballet Presents JAZZ ICONS – A VALENTINE TRIBUTE TO ICONIC DANCE AND MUSIC
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
The Washington Ballet will start the new year combining the art of ballet and the beauty of jazz into an unforgettable program of dance and music.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
The Washington Ballet will start the new year combining the art of ballet and the beauty of jazz into an unforgettable program of dance and music.
Library of Congress Awards Nearly $400,000 to Six Projects Highlighting Uses of Digital Collections
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
The Library of Congress has revealed that six awards totaling nearly $400,000 have been awarded from the Connecting Communities Digital Initiative through a program available to Higher Education Institutions and Libraries, Archives and Museums.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
The Library of Congress has revealed that six awards totaling nearly $400,000 have been awarded from the Connecting Communities Digital Initiative through a program available to Higher Education Institutions and Libraries, Archives and Museums.
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