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Review: HISTORY ON FOOT at Ford’s Theatre and on the Streets Of DC

Review: HISTORY ON FOOT at Ford’s Theatre and on the Streets Of DC

by Elliot Lanes · July 28, 2026

Good theatre can take place practically anywhere if you know what you want out of the experience. Since 2008 Ford’s Theatre has been conducting walking tours under the banner of History On Foot. The tour takes you around to several places that all have some kind of connection to the assassination …

Review: MACBETH at Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy

Review: MACBETH at Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy

by Abby Korb · July 28, 2026

This production of Macbeth took a classic play and, through the use of minimal stage design, presents it in a unique way. Macbeth draws the audience in from the moment the lights go down, and has you on the edge of your seat until curtain call.…

Review: THE WELL at District Fringe

Review: THE WELL at District Fringe

by Pamela Roberts · July 21, 2026

THE WELL is a memorable and powerful production that will stay with you long after the house lights come up. Only three performances remain before it closes on Sunday, July 26 — don't miss it.…

Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy

Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy

by Abby Korb · July 21, 2026

STC Academy's Summer Repertory wows with their production of Twelfth Night. The cast of young actors, nearing the completion of their graduate training at the Academy, deliver a professional caliber performance of the renowned comedy.…

Review: MY FAVORITE SOCIOPATH at Contemporary American Theater Festival

Review: MY FAVORITE SOCIOPATH at Contemporary American Theater Festival

by Andrew White · July 16, 2026

We need plays like Aurin Squire's “My Favorite Psychopath” to remind us that when it comes to shameless, yellow journalism, we have nobody to blame but ourselves. Squire offers us a finely-crafted portrait of digital-age journalism in all its messiness, and director Céline Rosenthal has created…

Review: THIS IS A PLAY ABOUT GOD at District Fringe Festival

Review: THIS IS A PLAY ABOUT GOD at District Fringe Festival

by Jackson Malmgren · July 16, 2026

While the volleyball court may be the setting for most matchups, THIS IS A PLAY ABOUT GOD is far more concerned with the action behind the scenes when the athletes stop performing. Written by Aimee Dastin and directed by Rachel Johns, this is a world premiere produced as part of the District Fringe …

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...

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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