Ms. Kander has set herself a high bar indeed, writing at a level to match one of the early Sketch Comedy era’s most famous duos, and she absolutely nails it. It helps, too, that we have a perfect cast for this run: in the role of Elaine herself, Lori Vega is edgy, scalpel-sharp, and as proud and…
Lisa D’Amour offers us a fascinating character study in her latest play, The Smoker, and under the empathetic eye of Director Shelley Butler we are invited into the lives of normal people we routinely pass by without a thought. As if by accident we meet our central character, a recovering alcoholi…
The one-word title of this play isn't just a form of direct address; in Argentina, it's a form of 'You!' that turns its gaze away from the stage and back on all of us in the audience. Playwright Christina Pumariega is determined that we never forget the Disappeared of Argentina, and recognize the em…
Playwright Yussef El Guindi has given us a window into many issues at once—too many at once to keep track of, from this critic’s perspective. But the issues collide here in the Contemporary American Theater Festival’s Studio 112 with memorable force.…
For her final production as Artistic Director of Washington, D.C.-based Chamber Dance Project (CDP), Diane Coburn Bruning chose to pair a few of her signature contemporary ballets with others from CDP’s rich repertory, along with a world premiere ballet by up-and-coming choreographer William Moore…
If nothing else in this world, we all have one thing in common – everyone is born, and everyone will die. Regardless of the country or culture shaping us, every human encounters the daunting ambiguity and the rigid finality of the end of this life sentence equally. Contrastly, our experience with …
Teenage years are no picnic for anyone. That we survive it at all makes us wish we all had the knowledge then what we know now. Such is the premise of MaKayla Baker Paxton’s play “When I Was” that’s playing as part of the District Fringe.…
What did our critic think of PLEASE CLAP! at District Fringe?…
Theresa Cunningham chronicles her life story through poetry, prose, song, and dance. See what our critic had to say.…
WHO DID IT? AN IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY is a hilarious improv comedy show in which the audience plays a key role in setting up the murder scene, making each performance different and new. Performances continue through July 25 as part of District Fringe.…
Little Women: The Musical closes out Creative Cauldron Stage's 2025-2026 theatrical season, bringing Louisa May Alcott's cherished novel to life with a powerful score and...
Little Red & The Renegades Mardi Gras Passport Finale Party offers an energetic celebration of Squeeze Box Rock & Roll, Zydeco, Blues, and New Orleans...
Creative Cauldron's Passport Music Festival returns for its 14th year, running from January 10 to February 1, 2025. The festival showcases a diverse lineup of...
Brad & Ken Kolodner will showcase their unique blend of Old-Time, Bluegrass, and American Roots music at Creative Cauldron. The father-son duo will perform on...
RAYMI showcases the rich musical traditions of the Andes, led by Juan Cayrampoma. This DC-based band fuses traditional instruments like Zampoñas and Quenas with contemporary...
Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer, GRAMMY Award-winning artists, collaborate with Chinese hammered dulcimer player Chao Tian to create a unique fusion of music in From...
DC Great Guitars features three notable jazz guitarists, Jan Knutson, Steve Abshire, and Steve Herberman, as they unite for an evening dedicated to the craft...
Shenandoah Run is a nine-member folk ensemble from the Washington, DC area known for its vibrant mix of traditional and contemporary folk music. Since its...
Project Locrea showcases a remarkable fusion of global music traditions, featuring an ensemble led by Yana Nikol from Bulgaria. This performance includes musicians from Ethiopia,...
Cecily brings a powerful performance to Creative Cauldron with Soul Music for a Better World. The talented artist presents her original compositions alongside beloved classics...
Creative Cauldron presents a special performance of Celebrating Simon & Garfunkel, highlighting the legendary duo's timeless music and harmonies. Featuring Kipyn Martin, Heather Lloyd, Mark...
Creative Cauldron's Passport Music Festival returns for its 14th year, running from January 10 to February 1, 2025. The series, curated by Ken Avis and...
Love & Bossa Nova features the talented duo of Daniela Soledade and Nate Najar, who bring the vibrant sounds of bossa nova to the stage....
A scintillating musical revue celebrating the work of the legendary Stephen Sondheim, one of the most influential and innovative composers and lyricists in Broadway history....
When four friends come together in a rural southwest Virginia town for a reunion, it's a happy gathering filled with remembrance and ritual. But when...
Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews with American workers, Working paints a vivid portrait of the workers that the world so often takes...
Monarch follows the journey of dreamers and undocumented immigrants who live and work in this country, but still must remain in the shadows. After 20...
Lydia inherits a family boutique and creates a space for women to share their stories. Guided by their ancestors, inspired by their surroundings and each other...will...
Season Opener: Having Our Say, October 7 - 31 2021Play by Emily Mann adapted from the book by Sarah L. Delany andA. Elizabeth Delany with...
Our Learning Theater turns to one of the most well loved books in the English language, presenting an original musical adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s The...
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CrazySexyCool – The TLC Musical Arena Stage (6/12-8/09) |
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Macbeth - Academy Summer Repertory Shakespeare Theatre Company (7/16-7/25) |
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Pete the Cat: A Live Rock Musical Imagination Stage (6/17-7/26) |
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Twelfth Night - Academy Summer Repertory Shakespeare Theatre Company (7/15-7/25) |
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Rockville Little Theatre presents "Lettice & Lovage" F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre (1/29-2/07) |
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The Jersey Four A Tribute to Frankie Valli and The 4 Seasons, featuring original member Gerry Polci F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre (9/13-9/13) |
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The Rocky Horror Show Ovations Theatre (7/31-8/09) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Washington DC (8/01-8/01) |
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Beyond Therapy by Christopher Durang ARTfactory (7/24-8/02) |
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Tarzan The Washington County Playhouse (6/26-8/16) |
