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Review: SUFFS at The National Theatre

Review: SUFFS at The National Theatre

by Aidan O'Connor · June 17, 2026

The women’s suffrage movement in the United States spanned 72 years, finally concluding in 1920 when women gained the right to vote. Thousands of women lended their lives to the cause with a hope for the future, that subsequent generations would be inspired by the suffragists. Yet, their names wer…

Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Keegan Theatre

Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Keegan Theatre

by David Friscic · June 17, 2026

The Play That Goes Wrong, now playing at the Keegan Theatre, amusingly subverts classic murder mystery tropes by merrily mixing the physical comedy of the Three Stooges with the verbal intricacy of the Marx Brothers. This frenetically and madcap play conveys the double-entendre of Charlie Chan and t…

Review: EVIL LIBRARIAN: A NEW MUSICAL at Landless Theatre Company

Review: EVIL LIBRARIAN: A NEW MUSICAL at Landless Theatre Company

by Rachael F. Goldberg · June 17, 2026

Many of us have less-than-fond memories of high school, and can relate to the idea that “high school is hell” – enough so that a musical about a high school literally at the mouth of hell, overrun by demons and evildoing feels fairly apropos. …

Review: ONCE at NextStop Theatre

Review: ONCE at NextStop Theatre

by Audrey Cahak · June 16, 2026

Once is a musical based on the acclaimed film of the same name. It remains the only musical to have won an Oscar Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award, and Tony Award—an OGOT, if you will. If the accolades don’t ring a bell, this movie-turned-musical also inspired another movie, Begin Again starrin…

Review: PRECARIOUS at Mosaic Theater Company

Review: PRECARIOUS at Mosaic Theater Company

by Pamela Roberts · June 12, 2026

In its world premiere at Mosaic Theater Company, Precarious begins at a simmer and quickly works toward a boil. Vi arrives unannounced at her daughter’s apartment just as a dangerous heatwave envelopes the city.…

Review: LOOT at Edge Of The Universe Theater

Review: LOOT at Edge Of The Universe Theater

by Audrey Cahak · June 11, 2026

Billed by Edge of the Universe Theater as “Monty Python meets Oscar Wilde,” Loot is a quirky, satirical snapshot of 1960s Britain that shares images of 2020s America. Written in 1965 by controversial playwright Joe Orton, Loot explores religious, moral, and institutional corruption through the c…

Past Shows

Unofficial Late Night

Unofficial Late Night

May 30

The 'can't-miss' show is back. Unofficial Late Night is storming the Kennedy Center one more time with your favorite sketches, songs, and more to close...

National Memorial Day Choral Festival

National Memorial Day Choral Festival

May 24

The National Memorial Day Choral Festival brings together 200 singers from across the nation, joining with the Capital Wind Symphony in a moving musical tribute...

Unofficial Late Night: We're Back

Unofficial Late Night: We're Back

Mar 21

"It's like 30-Rock Live!"Built on cinematic writing and the unpredictability of live theater, Unofficial Late Night blends stand-up, sketch, improvisation, and character-driven comedy with the chaotic behind-the-scenes reality...

Le Vent du Nord

Le Vent du Nord

Oct 29

A leading force in Quebec’s progressive francophone folk movement, Le Vent du Nord enhances its hard-driving soulful music with global influences.Online advance reservations for a...

Shear Madness

FeaturedShear Madness

Oct 4 – Jun 30, 2025

Figure out whodunit at this wildly popular record-breaking comedy. Audiences all over the world have spotted the clues and questioned the suspects amid much hilarity....

Schmigadoon!

Schmigadoon!

Jan 31 – Feb 9, 2025

Based on the hit Apple TV series!Introducing Schmigadoon!, the world-premiere musical of the Emmy Award®–winning hit show. New York doctors Josh and Melissa go backpacking in...

The Second Annual Local Theatre Festival

Aug 24

The Second Annual Local Theatre Festival takes place at The Kennedy Center on August 24, 2024, highlighting the vibrant theater scene of the DC, Maryland,...

The Sleeping Beauty

The Sleeping Beauty

May 4 – May 7, 2023

TWB presents this beloved, time-traveling fairy tale. In an illustrious kingdom from long ago, iconic fairytale characters, opulent and imaginative sets and costumes, and classical...

Balanchine!

Balanchine!

Feb 22 – Feb 26, 2023

The Washington Ballet honors the Father of American Ballet! George Balanchine (co-founder of New York City Ballet & longtime artistic director) was one of the...

Blue Man Group

Jul 19 – Jul 31, 2022

BLUE MAN GROUP is best known for their wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which combine comedy, music, and technology to produce a totally unique...

Mean Girls

Apr 5 – Apr 24, 2022

Featuring a book by Tina Fey, MEAN GIRLS tells the story of a naïve newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies. Entertainment...

Sphinx Symphony Orchestra

Sphinx Symphony Orchestra

Feb 1

Sphinx Symphony OrchestraTito Muoz, conductorExigence Vocal Ensemble and Members of The Washington ChorusEugene Rogers, music directorJNai Bridges, mezzo-soprano Tuesday, February 1, 8pmKennedy Center Concert HallCelebrating...

Living the Dream…Singing the Dream

Living the Dream…Singing the Dream

Jan 30

Living the DreamSinging the DreamWashington Performing Arts Gospel ChoirsMichele Fowlin & Theodore Thorpe III, artistic directorsThe Choral Arts Society of WashingtonScott Tucker, artistic directorSunday, January...

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

Dec 14 – Jan 2, 2022

Long before she was Carole King, chart-topping music legend, she was Carol Klein, BROOKLYN girl with Passion and Chutzpah. She fought her way into the...

Holiday Tings'

Holiday Tings'

Dec 9

Holiday Tings is the third installation of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington's annual Holiday Sing & Swing Trilogy event created by the organization's...

Little Dancer

Little Dancer

Oct 25 – Nov 30, 2014

Part fact, part fiction, and set in the harsh backstage world of the Paris Opera Ballet, this world premiere Kennedy Center musical is inspired by...

Billy Elliot the Musical

Dec 14 – Jan 15, 2012

Billy Elliot the Musical is a joyous celebration of one young boy’s journey to make his dreams come true based on the smash-hit independent film...

Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical

Dec 17 – Jan 8, 2012

Based on his beloved Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, six-time Emmy Award winner Mo Willems joins Grammy Award-winning composer Michael Silversher to lovingly celebrate the heart...

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DC Improv Comedy Club (6/27-6/27)
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Wolf Trap (8/07-8/07)
Mamma Mia! in Washington, DC Mamma Mia!
National Theatre (10/27-11/15)
Ford''s Theatre presents: Come From Away in Washington, DC Ford''s Theatre presents: Come From Away
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BAD KREYÒL in Washington, DC BAD KREYÒL
Mosaic Theater Company (5/20-6/13)
The Outsiders in Washington, DC The Outsiders
Kennedy Center Opera House (8/01-8/01)