by Roger Catlin - May 26, 2026
The separation of the Washington National Opera from the overrun-and-soon-to-close Kennedy Center has meant next season’s eight planned productions, including five full length operas, will occur on five different stages in the D.C. area. ...
by Mary Lincer - May 24, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MANNEQUIN at We Happy Few?...
by Aidan O'Connor - May 21, 2026
Certain facets of the human condition are foundational to our very existence – change, connection, desire. One such particularly toxic universal truth is a constant need to be something more than we currently are. To search for happiness in external achievement rather than within ourselves, in our...
by Laurie Sara Oliver - May 21, 2026
Writers have a somewhat embarrassing tendency to glorify the act of writing. There are too many author protagonists to count. Liz Duffy Adams leans into this trend with a tasteful sense of irony in her 2009 play, OR. She picked an interesting subject for the task with Aphra Behn. ...
by David Friscic - May 19, 2026
It was good to be back at the Washington National Opera for their thrilling performance of West Side Story after a year of extreme change for this vital world-renowned artistic organization/institution. As many people already know, the Washington National Opera has had to relocate to other venues to...
by David Friscic - May 19, 2026
The current touring production of the Broadway musical The Great Gatsby tries to wrap its hand around the elusive and enigmatic novel of the same name by F. Scott Fitzgerald but can only succeed on the most basic level. It is a daunting task to try and adapt extremely poetic and enigmatic works like...
by Itai Yasur - May 17, 2026
An utterly convincing rollercoaster of life, death, and the world around us. See what our critic had to say....
by Jackson Malmgren - May 15, 2026
What did our critic think of GHOST LIMB at Avant Bard Theatre?...
by Jake Bridges - May 11, 2026
What did our critic think of PURLIE VICTORIOUS at Studio Theatre?...
by Aidan O'Connor - May 09, 2026
The story of Cinderella is a classic known and beloved across the world for its rags-to-riches plot. Over the years, Charles Perrault’s 17th-century tale has taken many forms – films, various literary iterations, stage plays – but none more exquisite than Sergei Prokofiev’s Cinderella, Op. 8...
Past Shows
Everyone has pretended to be a pirate at some point. Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts one of the most famous patter songs...
McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., McLean, Va. 22101Free admission. Outdoor Concert. Bring chairs and a picnic.The ancient Irish festival of Beltane (May Day)...
LChaimJewish American Heritage Month EventSunday, May 7, 2 p.m.$30/$25 seniors and studentsFrom the stages of the lower east side to the bright lights of Broadway,...
Honolulu Theatre for Youth: The Paakai We BringSaturday, May 6, 4 p.m.$15$12 seniors Bringing together stories and shared ritual, Honolulus Theatre for Youths latest performance...
Windmill Theatre Company of Australia: Hiccup!Sunday, April 23; 4 p.m.$15Its a perfect, balmy night in the outback. A sleep-deprived camper, a cheeky quokka and an...
David Dorfman Dance: (A) Way Out of My BodyFriday, April 14, 7 p.m.$25/$15 MCC district residents/$20 for seniors and students David Dorfman Dance's (A)Way Out...
How about some stand-up comedy without an edge? Humor that’s light blue at its darkest? This is your jam. Three of America’s funniest stand-up comedians...
Trick of the Light Theatre: The GriegolSaturday, March 25, 4 p.m.$15/$10 MCC district residents/$12 seniors and studentsNew Zealands Trick of the Light Theatre shares an...
Makin Cake with Dasha Kelly HamiltonSaturday, March 18, 6 p.m.$25/$20 seniors and studentsMakin Cake slices into American history exploring race, culture and class in a...
Mad River Theater Works: "Freedom Flight" Saturday, March 4, 4 p.m.$25/$20 seniors and students The mission of Mad River Theater Works is to create and...
Jonathan Rockefeller Productions Paddington Gets in a JamSaturday, Feb. 25, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.$30/$20 MCC district residents/$27 seniors and students$45/$35 VIP Tickets 1 p.m....
The Grammy-nominated, iconic, women-led, African American vocal ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock® marks its 50th anniversary with a powerful, three-year celebration that will honor...
The Barter Players: FrostyMonday, Dec. 19, 4 p.m.$15/$10 MCC district residents/$12 seniors and studentsA young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat, and...
George Emilio Sanchez: In the Court of the ConquerorNative Heritage Month EventSaturday, Nov. 19, 7 p.m.$20/$17 seniors and studentsGeorge Emilio Sanchez's solo performance work is...
The Peking AcrobatsFeaturing The Shanghai CircusSunday, Oct. 23, 2 p.m.$40/$35 seniors and studentsFor the last 32 years, The Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of...
Tackling Body Image and Flipping Mental Health ChallengesA Discussion with Laurie Hernandez and Shaquem Griffin. Moderated by Christine Brennan (All Ages)Saturday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m.$25Laurie...
The Boy Band ProjectFriday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m.$30/$25 seniors and studentsThe Boy Band Project transports you back to a time when the boy band phenom...
Furia Flamenca: A Trip to SpainHispanic Heritage Month EventSaturday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m.$15, $10 for MCC district residentsThis interactive Hispanic Heritage Month show for families...
Free Parking at Dolley Madison Library. Bring a picnic and chairs. Old-school funky, foot-stomping R&B saxophone. Lil Maceos musical roots in funk,pop, dance and contemporary...
Summer Sunday Concerts in the ParkSunday, July 31New Start Time! 3 p.m.McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd, McLean, Va., 22102Free admission. Free parking at...
For ages 5+. Louise Yates’ New York Times best seller comes to life in ArtsPower’s newest musical about the irresistible Dog who loves everything about...
For ages 4+. Three beloved stories by Eric Carle, award-winning children’s book illustrator and author, are retold on stage through the magic of black light...
Actor/author Prudence Wright Holmes performs her one-woman show based on the life of legendary author Willa Cather. A courageous pioneer of the LGBT community, Cather...
A rare “get” for a space as intimate as The Alden, Pilobolus is an innovative dance company that is acclaimed for its mix of humor,...
Graceful dancers, tulle, pointe shoes and—is that chest hair!? Founded by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view...
Come celebrate the one and only CHITA RIVERA in a unique solo concert event celebrating the Broadway legend’s 80th Birthday! The two-time Tony Award-winner will...
For ages 5+. Fly Guy has met his match, and her name is Fly Girl. Fly Guy is totally impressed and totally smitten. Will Fly...
Videos
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Once NextStop Theatre (5/21-6/21) |
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A Festival of Favorites and Firsts Theater J (5/30-6/06) |
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Loot Gunston Arts Center (6/05-6/28) |
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Wendell Pierce in Othello Shakespeare Theatre Company (5/19-6/28) |
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The Motion Arena Stage (5/06-6/14) |
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OR Atlas Performing Arts Center (5/15-6/07) |
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Disney’s The Lion King JR Hylton Performing Arts Center (6/26-6/28) |
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Boogie Down Broadway: A Singalong Dance Party Elevation 27 (6/05-6/05) |
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Rockville Little Theatre presents "Lettice & Lovage" F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre (1/29-2/07) |
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Somewhere over the Border Mosaic Theater Company (9/10-10/04) |
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