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Imagination Stage

4908 Auburn Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814

Imagination Stage is a theatre in Bethesda, MD.

Upcoming Shows

Educational Theatre Program

Oct 1 – Oct 1, 2028

Imagination Stage, a leading theatre dedicated to youth development through the arts, is set to launch a national Educational Theatre Program in partnership with Kaiser Permanente. Starting October 2025, the program will deliver live theatre and workshops focusing on children's...

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

Nov 21 – Jan 3, 2027

This spectacular musical adaptation brings Whoville to life with whimsical sets, toe-tapping songs, and the timeless story of a Grinch who discovers the true meaning of Christmas. Directed and choreographed by Helen Hayes Award winner Ashleigh King, who previously directed...

Wake Up, Brother Bear!

Jan 16 – Feb 21, 2027

Written and originally directed by Kathryn Chase Bryer and Janet Stanford, this production invites audiences into the world of Brother and Sister Bear as they follow a year through the seasons. Children sit on the floor around the stage and may join in the action as the...

Pandora: Out of the Box!

Feb 27 – Apr 10, 2027

This world-premiere musical, directed by Kathryn Chase Bryer, features book and lyrics by Psalmayene 24 and music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. When 10-year-old Pandora can't resist opening an oversized, mysterious gift from her grandfather Zeus, she accidentally unleashes a rowdy...

Inside Out and Backwards

Mar 13 – Apr 18, 2027

Written and originally directed by Kathryn Chase Bryer and Natasha Holmes, with music composed by Tim Guillot, this interactive and highly visual production follows two children who use their imaginations to turn their room inside out at bedtime. While playing dress-up, a glove...

Grand Slam Hero

Jun 16 – Jul 24, 2027

This musical centers on real-life hero and baseball legend Roberto Clemente, written by the internationally celebrated musical theatre writing team of Karen Zacarías and Deborah Wicks La Puma. The production highlights a creative partnership for Imagination Stage and serves as...

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Articles

Review: THE WAR OF THE WORLDS at We Happy Few

Review: THE WAR OF THE WORLDS at We Happy Few

by Aidan O'Connor · October 31, 2026

The War of the Worlds is a look into the end of the world narrated live on the radio. “The Mercury Theatre’s own radio version of dressing up in a sheet and jumping out a bush and saying boo!” It’s an outstanding fright for this Halloween.…

Review: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE at Signature Theatre

Review: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE at Signature Theatre

by David Friscic · October 30, 2026

The poisonous toxins that drip from the venom of those who hate people having agency over their personal lives—enters into the self-hatred and interactions of those who are just trying to live their lives in a small rural town in the musical All The World’s A Stage. This intimate musical (there …

Review: MAMMA MIA at The National Theatre

Review: MAMMA MIA at The National Theatre

by Aidan O'Connor · October 28, 2026

Mamma Mia has been and always will be the most fun you can have at the theatre. From the vivacious characters to the iconic costumes to the anthems that leave you dancing in the aisles – Mamma Mia is an event in itself. And its 25th Anniversary turn in DC is no different. …

Review: COMPAGNIE HERVÉ KOUBI at George Mason's Center For The Arts

Review: COMPAGNIE HERVÉ KOUBI at George Mason's Center For The Arts

by Emily Berger · October 29, 2026

French dance company Compagnie HERVÉ KOUBI premiered Sol Invictus at George Mason on Saturday night, a seventy-minute piece that blends contemporary moves with acrobatics, breakdance, and capoeira. A kinetic work for eighteen dancers, mostly men, Sol Invictus, according to choreographer Koubi is in…

Review: SPARKED: THE VANISHING AT BUZZARD POINT at Rorschach Theatre

Review: SPARKED: THE VANISHING AT BUZZARD POINT at Rorschach Theatre

by Aidan O'Connor · October 26, 2026

An ill-fated relationship leads to inexplicable, perhaps even supernatural disappearance amongst a generational tempest in Sparked: The Vanishing at Buzzard Point from the minds at Rorschach Theatre. And it’s up to the audience to uncover the truth, or so they’re made to think.…

THE LAST VICTORIAN to Premiere at Washington Stage Guild

THE LAST VICTORIAN to Premiere at Washington Stage Guild

by A.A. Cristi · October 20, 2026

Washington Stage Guild will present the world premiere of JB Miller's dark comedy about two failed British antique dealers who inherit the world's oldest person and attempt to monetize her.…

Review: STONEWALL'S BUST at Best Medicine Rep

Review: STONEWALL'S BUST at Best Medicine Rep

by David Friscic · October 20, 2026

An air of merriment and unabashed mayhem pervades the hilarious and totally chaotic, hilarious, satiric comedy Stonewall’s Bust (presented at The Writer’s Center by the Best Medicine Rep). The acting ensemble works comedic wonders under the direction of Evan Morogiello.…

Past Shows

32 total · showing 1–10

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical

Sep 26 – Oct 18, 2026

This musical is a joy-filled celebration of letters, words, and imagination featuring infectious rhythms, dazzling puppets, lively dancing, and playful audience interaction. Written and directed by Nina Meehan with music and lyrics by Austin Zumbro, it is produced by Third Wish...

Pete the Cat: A Live Rock Musical

FeaturedPete the Cat: A Live Rock Musical

Jun 17 – Jul 26, 2026

Life is a really, really, really big adventure as Pete the Cat and the Biddle family rock out in a fast-paced, globe-trotting musical based on the smash hit book series. When Jimmy Biddle is anxious about finishing second grade, Pete takes him to Paris in his VW bus and Jimmy...

Good Morning, Good Night

Good Morning, Good Night

Mar 21 – Apr 19, 2026

In this brand-new show, very young children will discover the beauty of the world during daytime and nighttime. They will watch–and help–Winnie and August work the “day shift:” waking the birds, putting dew in the grass, and baking fresh clouds; and the “night shift:” releasing...

Havana Hop

FeaturedHavana Hop

Feb 14 – Mar 7, 2026

Join the Salsa & Hip-Hop Dance Party

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Balloonacy

Balloonacy

Jan 10 – Feb 15, 2026

A beautiful, movement-based show that revisits the classic film The Red Balloon and will delight audiences of all ages and speakers of all languages. Nothing can go right for the old man, whose days are gray and dreary, until he is visited by a friendly red balloon. In the...

The Snowman™ and the Snowdog

FeaturedThe Snowman™ and the Snowdog

Nov 22 – Jan 4, 2026

Stage Adaptation by Janet Stanford Based on the animated film The Snowman™ and the Snowdog Original score by Ilan Eshkeri and Andy Burrows Additional compositions and orchestrations by Tim Guillot Directed by Janet Stanford The Snowman™ and The Snowdog © Snowdog Enterprises Ltd...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

FeaturedThe Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Sep 17 – Oct 12, 2025

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller Based on Eric Carle's books Directed by Nikki Mirza Experience 75 beautiful , larger-than-life puppets and original music as “Brown Bear, Brown Bear,” “The Very Lonely Firefly,” “10 Little Rubber Ducks,” and, of course, “The Very Hungry...

Dory Fantasmagory

FeaturedDory Fantasmagory

Jun 18 – Aug 3, 2025

Dory is a small kid with a BIG imagination.

The Last Martyr

Apr 1 – Apr 30, 2025

The Last Martyr is a new touring play for teens, premiering at Imagination Stage and written by Malik Work. Directed by Alina Collins Maldonado, it tells the story of Najad Washington and Nour Youssef, navigating themes of grief, revenge, and community after a cycle of violence...

Mother Goose

Mother Goose

Mar 1 – Apr 13, 2025

Written by Janet Stanford Directed by Kathryn Chase Bryer Through innovative puppets, props, and original music, eight classic Mother Goose rhymes come gently and tunefully to life. The magical Mother Goose invites the children in the audience to join in with each rhyme’s story...

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