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Review: PROBLEMS BETWEEN SISTERS at Studio Theatre
by David Friscic - May 15, 2024


The submerged and, often, long-sublimated divisions and resentments and life motifs of two estranged sisters come to the fore in the visceral and joltingly immersive play entitled Problems Between Sisters. The domestic squabbles of siblings have long been given ample space in plays, films, and novels but, in this fine Studio Theatre production, the playwright Julia May Jonas delves into a feminist mirroring and elucidation of themes from playwright Sam Shepard’s well-known play True West. In this intriguing play, the battling brothers become two sisters, California becomes Vermont and screenwriting becomes visual and performance art.

The Washington Ballet Concludes Season With BEYOND BOUNDARIES
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024


The Washington Ballet will conclude their season with a program of dance works curated by internationally acclaimed choreographer, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa.

Review: METAMORPHOSES at Folger Theatre
by Jake Bridges - May 14, 2024


What did our critic think of METAMORPHOSES at Folger Theatre?

110 IN THE SHADE to be Presented at Prince William Little Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024


Prince William Little Theatre in Manassas, VA will present the classic American musical 110 IN THE SHADE, exploring themes of love and resilience during the depression era in a drought-stricken town. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: MUMMY IN THE CLOSET: EVITA'S RETURN at GALA Hispanic Theatre
by Roger Catlin - May 14, 2024


After the former First Lady of Argentina died in 1952 at 33, after a life that inspired plays, books, movies, musicals and dance productions, she was such a charged figure everybody knew that simple burial would not do.

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More Set For Arena Stage's 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


Arena Stage has announced its 74th season, including a blend of new works and reimagined classics. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

Mosaic Theater Company to Present REFLECTIONS ON HOME: A Celebration of Immigrant Voices
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


Mosaic Theater Company will present the 2023-2024 Catalyst New Play Festival—Reflections on Home: A Celebration of Immigrant Voices. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: SING DOWN THE MOON: APPALACHIAN WONDER TALES at Adventure Theatre & ATMTC Academy
by Jennifer Muscato - May 13, 2024


What did our critic think of SING DOWN THE MOON: APPALACHIAN WONDER TALES at Adventure Theatre & ATMTC Academy?

Review: DUA: THE MONSTER'S STORY at Theatre Prometheus
by Morgan Musselman - May 12, 2024


In DUA: THE MONSTER’S STORY, written and directed by Robin Berl, the classic story of Medusa is retold, giving the monster the chance to tell her own tragic tale.

Review: DIXIE'S TUPPERWARE PARTY at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - May 12, 2024


What did our critic think of DIXIE'S TUPPERWARE PARTY at Kennedy Center?

Photos: First Look At METAMORPHOSES At Folger Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024


Folger Theatre concludes its homecoming season with Mary Zimmerman’s Tony Award®-winning play, Metamorphoses. See photos from the show. 

Jacob Collier Added To DC Jazz Festival Lineup, Joining Samara Joy, D-Nice And More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024


Multi-instrumentalist Jacob Collier joins the DC Jazz Festival lineup with his Djesse Vol. 4 Solo Show. See when and where you can catch the show and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Prospect Theater Company Presents THE HELLO GIRLS
by A.A. Cristi - May 09, 2024


Prospect Theater Company have released photos from their special sold out concerts of their hit musical The Hello Girls, per-formed in the Terrace Theater at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (2700 F Street, NW) in Washington, DC.

Review: THE HELLO GIRLS at Terrace Theater/Kennedy Center
by Mary Lincer - May 09, 2024


What did our critic think of THE HELLO GIRLS at Terrace Theater/Kennedy Center? The Hello Girls tells the notable story of the 223 female telephone operators who served in the Army Signal Corps during World War I.

Air Force Band And The War & Treaty To Perform At The Theater At MGM National Harbor Resort and Casino
by A.A. Cristi - May 08, 2024


Join the United States Air Force Band and guest artist duo The War and Treaty for a musical salute to service members this Memorial Day weekend. This free concert will take place at the MGM National Harbor Resort and Casino.

Compass Rose Theater to Present Summer Production Of ALICE IN WONDERLAND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


Compass Rose Theater in Annapolis announces its summer student production of the family classic ALICE IN WONDERLAND. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: REEFER MADNESS at NextStop Theatre Company
by Rachael F. Goldberg - May 08, 2024


'Reefer Madness' is an incredibly smart and pointed show impersonating something far more pedestrian, and NextStop Theatre Company manages to capture this perfectly without ever feeling overproduced or trite.

Exclusive: Olivia Puckett Sings 'Easy To Be Hard' from Signature Theatre's HAIR
by Joshua Wright - May 08, 2024


Watch Olivia Puckett sing 'Easy to Be Hard' Signature Theatre's production of the rock musical HAIR in action in this all-new video. Hair has music by Galt MacDermot and book and lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado.

Review: HOMELESS GARDEN at Avant Bard
by Roger Catlin - May 07, 2024


What did our critic think of HOMELESS GARDEN at Avant Bard?

BWW Feature: Signature Sondheim Award Gala 2024 Honoring Nathan Lane
by David Friscic - May 07, 2024


The versatile and mega-talented performer Nathan Lane was awarded the Signature Theatre's Sondheim Award on Monday, April 29th and the unique sardonic humor and sophisticated sensibility was evident throughout the performances of those who paid tribute to his remarkable career. Lane’s authenticity and natural charisma bounced off the walls of the Anthem building ---where the Gala was held.

Andrea McArdle Will Lead THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


The sun'll come out this summer when Andrea McArdle takes center stage as the sauced and saucy title character in 'The Drowsy Chaperone.'

1st Stage Will Present POSTCARDS FROM IHATOV, a World Premiere By Natsu Onoda Power
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


Adapted from the works of Kenji Miyazawa, including the classic “Night on the Galactic Railroad', this tale of friendship, self-discovery, and the transcendent power of imagination takes audiences on a cosmic journey through the stars.

Kennedy Center Reveals Lineup of Summer Films at The REACH
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


The Kennedy Center has announcedits highly anticipated Summer Film Series @ The REACH. Learn more about the lineup here!

Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival National Awardees Revealed
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts hosted more than 125 outstanding theater students from colleges and universities across the nation as part of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF).

GALA Hispanic Theatre Presents NOCHE DE ESTRELLAS 2024
by A.A. Cristi - May 06, 2024


GALA Hispanic Theatre will host its annual Noche de Estrellas benefit event honoring two extraordinary leaders at the National Museum of Women in the Arts.


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GALA Hispanic Theatre (5/9 - 6/9) Tracker
Pasión y Fuego: The Music of Spain in Washington, DC Pasión y Fuego: The Music of Spain
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Riverside Christmas Spectacular in Washington, DC Riverside Christmas Spectacular
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts (11/20 - 12/29)
The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence in Washington, DC The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence
Arena Stage (6/6 - 7/14)
The Kite Runner in Washington, DC The Kite Runner
Kennedy Center [Eisenhower Theatre] (6/25 - 6/30)
Shear Madness in Washington, DC Shear Madness
Theater Lab at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (10/3 - 9/29)
Andy Warhol in Tehran
Mosaic Theater (5/29 - 6/29)
Soul In Motion Players 40th Anniversary Concert in Washington, DC Soul In Motion Players 40th Anniversary Concert
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre (6/21 - 6/21)
Mamma Mia! in Washington, DC Mamma Mia!
Kennedy Center [Opera House] (8/13 - 9/1)
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