Theatre Washington Announces Unified Extension of Covid-19 Safety Requirements at Area Theatres
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
Theatre Washington, in coordination with their partner theatres, announces an extension to the previously implemented and updated policies requiring vaccination and mask-wearing at theatre venues across the Washington, DC region. Policies will now remain in place until at least July 31, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
Theatre Washington, in coordination with their partner theatres, announces an extension to the previously implemented and updated policies requiring vaccination and mask-wearing at theatre venues across the Washington, DC region. Policies will now remain in place until at least July 31, 2022.
Unexpected Stage Company Presents Keith Powell's SOPHISTICATED NEW ONES
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
As part of its thirteenth season, Unexpected Stage Company presents Sophisticated New Ones by Keith Powell (This Is Us, 30 Rock), directed by Dawn Thomas Reidy (Raisin in the Sun at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company). The production will run June 15 to July 3 in the Fireside Room, an intimate 30-seat venue, at the River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation building, located at 6301 River Road in Bethesda. The production will also be offered virtually.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
As part of its thirteenth season, Unexpected Stage Company presents Sophisticated New Ones by Keith Powell (This Is Us, 30 Rock), directed by Dawn Thomas Reidy (Raisin in the Sun at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company). The production will run June 15 to July 3 in the Fireside Room, an intimate 30-seat venue, at the River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation building, located at 6301 River Road in Bethesda. The production will also be offered virtually.
BWW Review: SHOW WAY THE MUSICAL at The Kennedy Center
by Tavish Young - May 16, 2022
Show Way is a short musical adapted from the children's book of the same name by Jacqueline Woodson. It follows the family of Soonie, a Black woman in America, and the matriarchs that led her family from the time her ancestors were enslaved.
by Tavish Young - May 16, 2022
Show Way is a short musical adapted from the children's book of the same name by Jacqueline Woodson. It follows the family of Soonie, a Black woman in America, and the matriarchs that led her family from the time her ancestors were enslaved.
BWW Review: THERE'S ALWAYS THE HUDSON Premieres to Standing Ovation at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
by Morgan Musselman - May 16, 2022
The premiere of THERE’S ALWAYS THE HUDSON, on stage now at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, has been a long time coming. Don’t miss this hilarious and heart-wrenching story of trauma, revenge, and friendship.
by Morgan Musselman - May 16, 2022
The premiere of THERE’S ALWAYS THE HUDSON, on stage now at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, has been a long time coming. Don’t miss this hilarious and heart-wrenching story of trauma, revenge, and friendship.
Traveling Players Stage World Premiere Production of HERACLES! Featuring Local DC Kids
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2022
Parents of young aspiring thespians know that a really good children’s play – especially one written to be performed by young actors – is rare. Most of the plays written for children to perform are aimed at much younger audiences than the actors performing them, with language and stories that hit below their reading level. That is why Traveling Players is once again commissioning award-winning local playwright, Judith Walsh White to pen a new twist on a Greek myth – the heroic tale of Heracles! The play will premiere this summer at the Traveling Players Studio in Tysons Corner Center starring local kids.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2022
Parents of young aspiring thespians know that a really good children’s play – especially one written to be performed by young actors – is rare. Most of the plays written for children to perform are aimed at much younger audiences than the actors performing them, with language and stories that hit below their reading level. That is why Traveling Players is once again commissioning award-winning local playwright, Judith Walsh White to pen a new twist on a Greek myth – the heroic tale of Heracles! The play will premiere this summer at the Traveling Players Studio in Tysons Corner Center starring local kids.
BWW Review: HAIRSPRAY at National Theatre
by Elliot Lanes - May 14, 2022
Hang on to your big hair and take a trip back to the 1960’s with the current US touring company of the Tony Award winning musical Hairspray playing through this Sunday at the National Theatre.
by Elliot Lanes - May 14, 2022
Hang on to your big hair and take a trip back to the 1960’s with the current US touring company of the Tony Award winning musical Hairspray playing through this Sunday at the National Theatre.
Ballet Hispánico Announces Washington, D.C. Premiere Of DONA PERON
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Ballet Hispánico has announced the Washington, D.C. premiere of Doña Perón at the Kennedy Center, November 30 - December 3, 2022, Wed - Sat at 8pm, Sat at 2pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Ballet Hispánico has announced the Washington, D.C. premiere of Doña Perón at the Kennedy Center, November 30 - December 3, 2022, Wed - Sat at 8pm, Sat at 2pm.
Ballet Hispánico Announces Washington, D.C. Premiere Of DONA PERON At The Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Ballet Hispánico, the nation's renowned Latinx dance organization recognized as one of America's Cultural Treasures, announces the Washington, D.C. premiere of Doña Perón at the Kennedy Center, November 30 - December 3, 2022, Wed - Sat at 8pm, Sat at 2pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Ballet Hispánico, the nation's renowned Latinx dance organization recognized as one of America's Cultural Treasures, announces the Washington, D.C. premiere of Doña Perón at the Kennedy Center, November 30 - December 3, 2022, Wed - Sat at 8pm, Sat at 2pm.
YoungArts Announces The 2022 U.S Presidential Scholars In The Arts
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
YoungArts congratulates the 58th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, with special acknowledgement to the 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts (full list below) who are YoungArts award winners and were nominated for the honor by YoungArts. The U.S. Presidential Scholars award—one of the nation's highest honors for high school students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership qualities and community service—is presented on behalf of the President of the United States and honors up to 161 graduating high school seniors of high potential each year. Students who would like to be considered for U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts must be YoungArts award winners. Applications for the 2023 YoungArts competition will open on June 7, 2022 at youngarts.org/competition.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
YoungArts congratulates the 58th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, with special acknowledgement to the 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts (full list below) who are YoungArts award winners and were nominated for the honor by YoungArts. The U.S. Presidential Scholars award—one of the nation's highest honors for high school students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership qualities and community service—is presented on behalf of the President of the United States and honors up to 161 graduating high school seniors of high potential each year. Students who would like to be considered for U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts must be YoungArts award winners. Applications for the 2023 YoungArts competition will open on June 7, 2022 at youngarts.org/competition.
BWW Review: FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME at The Kennedy Center
by Tavish Young - May 12, 2022
Freestyle Love Supreme is a unique show that consists of about an hour and a half of improvised hip-hop beats and rapping, with a healthy dose of comedy and banter. Read our critic's review!
by Tavish Young - May 12, 2022
Freestyle Love Supreme is a unique show that consists of about an hour and a half of improvised hip-hop beats and rapping, with a healthy dose of comedy and banter. Read our critic's review!
Washington, DC-Area Theatres to Collect Donations for Theatre Washington's Taking Care Fund
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Washington, DC-area theatre productions will participate in the 2022 Spring Bucket Brigade, May 19-22, to raise funds and awareness for Theatre Washington’s Taking Care Fund, supporting local theatre makers.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Washington, DC-area theatre productions will participate in the 2022 Spring Bucket Brigade, May 19-22, to raise funds and awareness for Theatre Washington’s Taking Care Fund, supporting local theatre makers.
India.Arie to Headline BGR!FEST 2022 with the NSO at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
BLACK GIRLS ROCK! founder Beverly Bond and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced multi-Grammy Award–winning R&B icon India.Arie will headline this year’s BLACK GIRLS ROCK!FEST (BGR!FEST) as it makes its highly anticipated return—collaborating with the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) for the very first time.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
BLACK GIRLS ROCK! founder Beverly Bond and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced multi-Grammy Award–winning R&B icon India.Arie will headline this year’s BLACK GIRLS ROCK!FEST (BGR!FEST) as it makes its highly anticipated return—collaborating with the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) for the very first time.
Rubell Museum DC Will Open in the Nation's Capital in Fall 2022
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
The museum will present exhibitions of works, drawn from the Rubells' unparalleled and ever-expanding collection of paintings, sculptures, photographs, videos, and site-specific work by American and international artists. Residents of Washington, DC will receive free admission to the museum, providing expanded opportunities for the wider community to engage in a dialogue with the artists of our times.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
The museum will present exhibitions of works, drawn from the Rubells' unparalleled and ever-expanding collection of paintings, sculptures, photographs, videos, and site-specific work by American and international artists. Residents of Washington, DC will receive free admission to the museum, providing expanded opportunities for the wider community to engage in a dialogue with the artists of our times.
Center For The Arts at George Mason University Announces 2022/2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
The Center for the Arts at George Mason University announced today its 2022/2023 season of mainstage performances, featuring a diverse lineup of artists and ensembles across many genres, as part of Great Performances at Mason and the Family Series.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
The Center for the Arts at George Mason University announced today its 2022/2023 season of mainstage performances, featuring a diverse lineup of artists and ensembles across many genres, as part of Great Performances at Mason and the Family Series.
BWW Review: Washington Stage Guild's MEMOIRS OF A FORGOTTEN MAN a Timely Reflection on the Past
by Andrew White - May 10, 2022
The Washington Stage Guild has finally had the opportunity to stage D. W. Gregory's searing study of innocence, hardened cynicism and totalitarian self-delusion, 'Memoirs of a Forgotten Man.' In spite of the long hiatus from its premiere four years ago (pre-COVID), the play continues to challenge us, throwing the mirror up to our flawed natures.
by Andrew White - May 10, 2022
The Washington Stage Guild has finally had the opportunity to stage D. W. Gregory's searing study of innocence, hardened cynicism and totalitarian self-delusion, 'Memoirs of a Forgotten Man.' In spite of the long hiatus from its premiere four years ago (pre-COVID), the play continues to challenge us, throwing the mirror up to our flawed natures.
BWW Review: Contemporary American Theatre Festival's Listening Party for REDEEMED Yet Another Afternoon of Gripping Drama
by Andrew White - May 10, 2022
Recently, CATF supporters gathered to hear one of playwright Chisa Hutchinson's latest pieces, a radio drama that was co-produced with the Vermont's Dorset Theatre Festival. Over a fine, inventively crafted lunch at one of Shepherdstown's newest restaurants, Alma Bea (near the railroad tracks, just a couple blocks from the town's main drag), we were all given headphones and were instantly immersed in a tense, emotionally-wrenching drama 'Redeemed.'
by Andrew White - May 10, 2022
Recently, CATF supporters gathered to hear one of playwright Chisa Hutchinson's latest pieces, a radio drama that was co-produced with the Vermont's Dorset Theatre Festival. Over a fine, inventively crafted lunch at one of Shepherdstown's newest restaurants, Alma Bea (near the railroad tracks, just a couple blocks from the town's main drag), we were all given headphones and were instantly immersed in a tense, emotionally-wrenching drama 'Redeemed.'
BWW Review: INTO THE WOODS at Creative Cauldron
by Hannah Wing - May 09, 2022
Creative Cauldron’s production of Sondheim’s Into the Woods, directed by Matt Conner with music direction by Elisa Rosman, concocts a magical musical within the constraints of a small theatre space.
by Hannah Wing - May 09, 2022
Creative Cauldron’s production of Sondheim’s Into the Woods, directed by Matt Conner with music direction by Elisa Rosman, concocts a magical musical within the constraints of a small theatre space.
BWW Review: MARYS SEACOLE at Mosaic Theater Company
by Mary Lincer - May 09, 2022
Mary Seacole (1805-1881) had more skills than José Andres; in addition to establishing catering in war zones (Seacole set up a rest stop for British soldiers near the front lines during the Crimean War.), she also provided health care services during Jamaica's 1850 cholera epidemic and Panama's the following year.
by Mary Lincer - May 09, 2022
Mary Seacole (1805-1881) had more skills than José Andres; in addition to establishing catering in war zones (Seacole set up a rest stop for British soldiers near the front lines during the Crimean War.), she also provided health care services during Jamaica's 1850 cholera epidemic and Panama's the following year.
NOW Dedicates 10th Anniversary To The Climate Crisis
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2022
On Thursday, May 26, New Orchestra of Washington presents The Time is NOW, a concert that celebrates the organization's 10th anniversary while dedicating that performance to the most urgent issue in the next decade ahead, our environment.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2022
On Thursday, May 26, New Orchestra of Washington presents The Time is NOW, a concert that celebrates the organization's 10th anniversary while dedicating that performance to the most urgent issue in the next decade ahead, our environment.
Washington Sq. Outdoor Art Exhibit Hosts 91st Annual Spring Show
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2022
It's time again for one of New York City's longest-running and most beloved annual events as the Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit (WSOAE) returns with its Spring Show taking place Memorial Day weekend, May 28, 29, 30 and the following weekend, June 4, 5.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2022
It's time again for one of New York City's longest-running and most beloved annual events as the Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit (WSOAE) returns with its Spring Show taking place Memorial Day weekend, May 28, 29, 30 and the following weekend, June 4, 5.
BWW Review: ON YOUR FEET! La Historia De Emilio Y Gloria Estefan! En Espanol! at Gala Hispanic Theatre
by David Friscic - May 08, 2022
On Your Feet! celebrates Cuban-American pride and the need to celebrate life during both the good times and the tough times. This fascinating real-life story of Gloria Estefan and Emilio Estefan is full of bite, vigor, and vibrating energy to touch the soul and the heart. A multicultural cast lends their voices and hearts to portray what it means to be the face of America and to strive and reach the American Dream.
by David Friscic - May 08, 2022
On Your Feet! celebrates Cuban-American pride and the need to celebrate life during both the good times and the tough times. This fascinating real-life story of Gloria Estefan and Emilio Estefan is full of bite, vigor, and vibrating energy to touch the soul and the heart. A multicultural cast lends their voices and hearts to portray what it means to be the face of America and to strive and reach the American Dream.
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Managing Director Emika Abe to Depart in June
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2022
Managing Director Emika Abe has announced that she will not renew her contract with Woolly Mammoth and will be departing the theatre at the end of June 2022. She came to Woolly from the Alliance Theatre (Atlanta, GA), where she had been the associate managing director.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2022
Managing Director Emika Abe has announced that she will not renew her contract with Woolly Mammoth and will be departing the theatre at the end of June 2022. She came to Woolly from the Alliance Theatre (Atlanta, GA), where she had been the associate managing director.
BWW Review: THE UPSTAIRS DEPARTMENT at Signature Theatre
by Rachael F. Goldberg - May 06, 2022
While ostensibly about grief and how we see the world, 'The Upstairs Department' is really more about the central sibling relationship, about how two people can drift apart and find their way back to each other along their journeys to better understand themselves.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - May 06, 2022
While ostensibly about grief and how we see the world, 'The Upstairs Department' is really more about the central sibling relationship, about how two people can drift apart and find their way back to each other along their journeys to better understand themselves.
Theatre Life with Michael John LaChiusa
by Elliot Lanes - May 05, 2022
Today’s subject Michael John LaChuisa is currently living his theatre life as the composer for the upcoming production of Our Town at Shakespeare Theatre Company. The production runs May 12th through June 11th in STC’s Sidney Harman Hall and features (wait for it) a FULL cast of DC performers.
by Elliot Lanes - May 05, 2022
Today’s subject Michael John LaChuisa is currently living his theatre life as the composer for the upcoming production of Our Town at Shakespeare Theatre Company. The production runs May 12th through June 11th in STC’s Sidney Harman Hall and features (wait for it) a FULL cast of DC performers.
Broadway Musical Opens in DC This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2022
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by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2022
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