Review: BEN BUTLER at Washington Stage Guild
by Morgan Musselman - March 28, 2023
BEN BUTLER, a witty and swift-moving play inspired by a pivotal event in the U.S. Civil War, is on stage now through April 16 at the Washington Stage Guild.
by Morgan Musselman - March 28, 2023
BEN BUTLER, a witty and swift-moving play inspired by a pivotal event in the U.S. Civil War, is on stage now through April 16 at the Washington Stage Guild.
Review: R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - A CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF ARETHA FRANKLIN at Capital One Hall
by Ken Kemp - March 27, 2023
The national tour of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - A Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin is a tribute fit for The Queen of Soul. It stopped at Capital One Hall on March 22nd, with a lean and streamlined review that made music the priority.
by Ken Kemp - March 27, 2023
The national tour of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - A Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin is a tribute fit for The Queen of Soul. It stopped at Capital One Hall on March 22nd, with a lean and streamlined review that made music the priority.
Embracing Arlington Arts Releases 2023 One-Stop Library Of Studies Of Health Benefits Of The Arts
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
The non-profit organization Embracing Arlington Arts is proud to release its third edition of a one-stop library database of 100 study links providing scientific evidence of the health benefits (both physically and mentally) of various arts genres for every community sector.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
The non-profit organization Embracing Arlington Arts is proud to release its third edition of a one-stop library database of 100 study links providing scientific evidence of the health benefits (both physically and mentally) of various arts genres for every community sector.
Review: SHOUT SISTER SHOUT! at Ford's Theatre
by Mary Lincer - March 22, 2023
What did our critic think of SHOUT SISTER SHOUT! at Ford's Theatre? Four lady singers dominate in the very best way SHOUT SISTER SHOUT!, a musical biography of Sister Rosetta Tharpe (1915-1973). at Ford's Theatre through May 13. Sister Rosetta began singing in church alongside her mother, Katie Bell, who traveled and preached in the rural South before women could vote.
by Mary Lincer - March 22, 2023
What did our critic think of SHOUT SISTER SHOUT! at Ford's Theatre? Four lady singers dominate in the very best way SHOUT SISTER SHOUT!, a musical biography of Sister Rosetta Tharpe (1915-1973). at Ford's Theatre through May 13. Sister Rosetta began singing in church alongside her mother, Katie Bell, who traveled and preached in the rural South before women could vote.
Round House Theatre Commissions Works by James Ijames, Inda Craig-Galván & More
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Round House Theatre has commissioned works by James Ijames, Inda Craig-Galván, and joint-commissioned Margot Bordelon and Jiehae Park.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Round House Theatre has commissioned works by James Ijames, Inda Craig-Galván, and joint-commissioned Margot Bordelon and Jiehae Park.
GLORIA: A LIFE at Theater J
by BWW Special Offer - March 22, 2023
Special Offer: Theater J'S GLORIA is UNMISSABLE
by BWW Special Offer - March 22, 2023
Special Offer: Theater J'S GLORIA is UNMISSABLE
Signature Theatre's SIMPLY SONDHEIM Starring Norm Lewis, Solea Pfeiffer & More Re-Released
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Signature Theatre is presenting a streaming re-release of its 2021 digital production of Simply Sondheim on March 22 in honor of the late composer’s birthday in continuation of its season-long tribute to Signature’s signature, Stephen Sondheim.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Signature Theatre is presenting a streaming re-release of its 2021 digital production of Simply Sondheim on March 22 in honor of the late composer’s birthday in continuation of its season-long tribute to Signature’s signature, Stephen Sondheim.
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at SHOUT SISTER SHOUT! at Ford's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Get a first look at photos of the east coast premiere of Shout Sister Shout at Ford's Theatre!
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Get a first look at photos of the east coast premiere of Shout Sister Shout at Ford's Theatre!
Feature: It's Not Just About What Happens Onstage: An Interview with Studio Theatre's Administrative Apprentices
by Elliot Lanes - March 22, 2023
A few weeks back, I wrote a feature on the Production Apprentices of Studio Theatre. The piece also talked about Studio Theatre’s Apprenticeship Program and how it also focusses on other areas besides the performance side of things.
by Elliot Lanes - March 22, 2023
A few weeks back, I wrote a feature on the Production Apprentices of Studio Theatre. The piece also talked about Studio Theatre’s Apprenticeship Program and how it also focusses on other areas besides the performance side of things.
Arts, Entertainment, And Media Unions Launch Updated DEI Policy Priorities For The 118th Congress
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Unions of professionals in the arts, entertainment, and media industries affiliated with the Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (DPE) announced their updated diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policy agenda for the 118th Congress. The policy agenda's legislative priorities are centered around creating diverse talent pipelines, incentivizing diversity in hiring, and strengthening creative professionals' workplace rights.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Unions of professionals in the arts, entertainment, and media industries affiliated with the Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (DPE) announced their updated diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policy agenda for the 118th Congress. The policy agenda's legislative priorities are centered around creating diverse talent pipelines, incentivizing diversity in hiring, and strengthening creative professionals' workplace rights.
Photos/Video: First Look At Ford's Theatre's SHOUT SISTER SHOUT!
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
The Ford's Theatre 2022-2023 season continues with SHOUT SISTER SHOUT! by Cheryl L. West, based off the biography by Gayle F. Wald, production supervised by Sheldon Epps and directed by Kenneth L. Roberson. Check out first look photos below!
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
The Ford's Theatre 2022-2023 season continues with SHOUT SISTER SHOUT! by Cheryl L. West, based off the biography by Gayle F. Wald, production supervised by Sheldon Epps and directed by Kenneth L. Roberson. Check out first look photos below!
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN & More Lead Washington DC's April 2023 Top Picks
by BWW Staff - March 21, 2023
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. April 2023's top picks include Singin' in the Rain, Angels in America Part One, Pacific Overtures, and more.
by BWW Staff - March 21, 2023
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. April 2023's top picks include Singin' in the Rain, Angels in America Part One, Pacific Overtures, and more.
Washington National Names 2023-2024 Cafritz Young Artists
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Washington National Opera has announced the appointment of the 2023–2024 Cafritz Young Artists.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Washington National Opera has announced the appointment of the 2023–2024 Cafritz Young Artists.
Review: JAGGED LITTLE PILL at National Theatre
by Ken Kemp - March 20, 2023
It may be quite some time before DC audiences get a chance to see the kind of raw emotion and powerful acting and singing that Heidi Blickenstaff brings to the stage in this production of Jagged Little Pill.
by Ken Kemp - March 20, 2023
It may be quite some time before DC audiences get a chance to see the kind of raw emotion and powerful acting and singing that Heidi Blickenstaff brings to the stage in this production of Jagged Little Pill.
Photos: Adam Sandler Honored at 24th Annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
See photos from the 24th annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor honoring Adam Sandler.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
See photos from the 24th annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor honoring Adam Sandler.
Review: JULIUS CAESAR at Avant Bard Theatre
by Rachael F. Goldberg - March 18, 2023
Avant Bard’s production of Julius Caesar is thoughtful, charming, and thoroughly entertaining. It’s well worth the trip over the river for Shakespeare fans and critics alike, and will hopefully change the way you view the classical figure and play that loom so large in our world.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - March 18, 2023
Avant Bard’s production of Julius Caesar is thoughtful, charming, and thoroughly entertaining. It’s well worth the trip over the river for Shakespeare fans and critics alike, and will hopefully change the way you view the classical figure and play that loom so large in our world.
Photos: First Look At The Cast of ANGELS IN AMERICA At Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced the cast and creative team of its upcoming production of Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches, which will run March 24 April 23, 2023, in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage. See first look photos of the cast.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced the cast and creative team of its upcoming production of Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches, which will run March 24 April 23, 2023, in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage. See first look photos of the cast.
Review: PACIFIC OVERTURES at Signature Theatre
by David Friscic - March 17, 2023
The clash of cultures –between West and East—is portrayed with poetic and musical flourish in Signature Theatre’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s rarefied and insightful Pacific Overtures. This very specialized of musicals should now appeal to a larger audience thanks to the savvy, relevant and comprehensive direction by Ethan Heard.
by David Friscic - March 17, 2023
The clash of cultures –between West and East—is portrayed with poetic and musical flourish in Signature Theatre’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s rarefied and insightful Pacific Overtures. This very specialized of musicals should now appeal to a larger audience thanks to the savvy, relevant and comprehensive direction by Ethan Heard.
OUR VERSE IN TIME TO COME World Premiere to be Presented at Folger Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2023
Folger Theatre will present the world premiere of Our Verse in Time to Come, a new play commissioned by the Folger Shakespeare Library.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2023
Folger Theatre will present the world premiere of Our Verse in Time to Come, a new play commissioned by the Folger Shakespeare Library.
The 11th Annual MONOLOGUE MADNESS Comes To Planet Word, March 26
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
The 11th Annual Monologue Madness tournament of acting takes over the stage at Planet Word in just ten days. 32 actors have made the cut into this year's bracket, where they'll battle with their best one-minute monologues, through five rounds, before a live audience and panel of judges to capture a $1000 payout!
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
The 11th Annual Monologue Madness tournament of acting takes over the stage at Planet Word in just ten days. 32 actors have made the cut into this year's bracket, where they'll battle with their best one-minute monologues, through five rounds, before a live audience and panel of judges to capture a $1000 payout!
McLean Community Players Presents THE 39 STEPS
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
McLean Community Players to present The 39 Steps, April 14, 15, and 16 at The Vault in the Capital One Hall.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
McLean Community Players to present The 39 Steps, April 14, 15, and 16 at The Vault in the Capital One Hall.
Jared Mezzocchi to Direct RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD Developmental Workshop And Presentation
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
Rain and Zoe Save the World, written by Crystal Skillman with original music by Bobby Cronin, has attached Jared Mezzocchi as director, who will lead a developmental workshop at the University of Maryland beginning March 16, culminating in an industry presentation on March 26.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
Rain and Zoe Save the World, written by Crystal Skillman with original music by Bobby Cronin, has attached Jared Mezzocchi as director, who will lead a developmental workshop at the University of Maryland beginning March 16, culminating in an industry presentation on March 26.
Traveling Players Presents a Free Reading of World Premiere Greek Myth Children's Play
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
“Every story needs a teller – that's me – and a listener – that's you.” The Wind God Zephyr says as he welcomes the audience into the fantastical world of Judith Walsh White's new play Cupid & Psyche, premiering this summer at Traveling Players in Tysons Corner Center.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
“Every story needs a teller – that's me – and a listener – that's you.” The Wind God Zephyr says as he welcomes the audience into the fantastical world of Judith Walsh White's new play Cupid & Psyche, premiering this summer at Traveling Players in Tysons Corner Center.
Rorschach Announces Staged Readings For MAGIC IN ROUGH SPACES 2023
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
Rorschach Theatre has announced the three plays selected for development through its 2023 MAGIC IN ROUGH SPACES New Play Lab: AMERICAN DREAM by Trish Cole; EVEN WHEN THE WORLD BURNS I AM STILL WITH YOU by Elizabeth Shannon; and HUMAN MUSEUM by Miyoko Conley.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
Rorschach Theatre has announced the three plays selected for development through its 2023 MAGIC IN ROUGH SPACES New Play Lab: AMERICAN DREAM by Trish Cole; EVEN WHEN THE WORLD BURNS I AM STILL WITH YOU by Elizabeth Shannon; and HUMAN MUSEUM by Miyoko Conley.
Review: GLORIA: A LIFE By Emily Mann At Theater J
by Mary Lincer - March 14, 2023
What did our critic think of GLORIA: A LIFE at Theater J?
by Mary Lincer - March 14, 2023
What did our critic think of GLORIA: A LIFE at Theater J?
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