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Mosaic Theater Company Will Host THE SPARK 2025 Benefit
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2025


Mosaic Theater Company’s benefit The Spark 2025 will honor philanthropists Joan P. & David O. Maxwell, for their dedication to new plays, and award-winning playwright Mona Mansour, for her commitment to art and activism.

Review: PETITE ROUGE: A CAJUN RED RIDING HOOD at Imagination Stage
by Tavish Young - January 07, 2025


Deep in the bayou of the American south lies the brassy and vibrant Petite Rouge: A Cajun Red Riding Hood. A warm tale for these cold months, Petite Rouge is, of course, a cajun take on the classic Grimm tale, featuring a bright world of animals, songs, and life lessons. 

Cast Set for Tony-Nominated Comedy HAND TO GOD at Keegan Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


The Keegan Theatre has revealed the cast and team of the acclaimed dark comedy, HAND TO GOD by Robert Askins. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Kelli O’Hara to Host SAY Benefit Gala in Washington, DC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025


The Stuttering Association for the Young (SAY) will host its inaugural Benefit Gala in Washington, DC, featuring Kelli O'Hara as the host. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets to the event.

'Una In Perpetuum' Concert Set For This Weekend at the Howard Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 06, 2025


eaturing a blend of musical genres and local talent, this one-night-only event will showcase an inspiring array of DMV-based artists spanning classical, rock, hip-hop, go-go, and EDM.

Signature Theater Announces Cast & Creative Team of JOB
by A.A. Cristi - January 03, 2025


Signature Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the regional premiere of JOB, written by Max Wolf Friedlich and directed by Signature's Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner (Signature's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, HAIR).

Voices Festival Productions Presents the World Premiere Of WHO CARES: THE CAREGIVER INTERVIEW PROJECT
by A.A. Cristi - January 03, 2025


Voices Festival Productions' world-premiere story of evolving relationships within a multi-generational, caregiver support group will start performances on January 9, 2024.

The 37th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Awards Banquet To Be Held This Month
by A.A. Cristi - January 02, 2025


The 37th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Awards Banquet will be held Wednesday, Jan. 15, 5-10 p.m. at the Casino Live Hotel Ballroom, 7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover, Md.

ESCAPE FROM THE ASYLUM: A MADCAP MYSTERY to be Presented by Washington Stage Guild
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 30, 2024


Escape From the Asylum: A Madcap Mystery, the sequel to last season’s hit comedy The Victorian Ladies Detective Collective by Patricia Milton, will begin the 2025 portion of The Washington Stage Guild’s 2024-2025 Season of Determination. Learn more!

Thursday Night Karaoke at Smitty's Bar DC To Begin in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 30, 2024


It's Thursday Night Karaoke at Smitty's Bar DC! Come sing your heart at our fantastic open sign-up karaoke at Smitty's Bar DC. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.

Video: Watch the First SCHMIGADOON! Teaser From the Kennedy Center
by Michael Major - December 27, 2024


The Kennedy Center has released the first teaser for Schmigadoon!, the world-premiere musical of the Emmy Award®–winning hit show. Schmigadoon! will star Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and more. Watch the video!

Ford’s Theatre Charity Raises $58,610 for Hope for Henry
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 27, 2024


Ford’s Theatre Society, including staff, audiences and the company of this season’s production of A Christmas Carol raised $58,610.05 on behalf of Hope for Henry. Learn more about the organization!

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; MONARCH at Creative Cauldron Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024


This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

ART Comes to Dark Horse Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - December 27, 2024


Art by Yasmina Reza will make its debut on stage at Dark Horse Theatre Company. Directed by Natasha Parnian, this production brings humor, intellectual depth, and exploration of friendship, art, and the meaning of value in modern society.

Review: & JULIET at The Kennedy Center
by Rachael F. Goldberg - December 23, 2024


With a clever script, beloved music, and strong teams both on and off the stage, '& Juliet' is an incredibly witty, thoughtful, and joyful show, and the National Tour’s run at the Kennedy Center is the perfect way to cap off the year.

2025 Virginia Thespian Festival to Produce Stan Zimmerman's RIGHT BEFORE I GO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2024


The 2025 Virginia Thespian Festival will produce Stan Zimmerman's suicide awareness play, Right Before I Go., as part of their All-State Experience. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Creative Cauldron Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: THE SPIRIT OF KWANZAA at Atlas Performing Arts Center
by Emily Berger - December 22, 2024


This year's performance was poignant and joyful, featuring more than 40 dancers from the school.

Review: LIFE OF PI at The Kennedy Center
by Dara Homer - December 22, 2024


With breathtaking visuals and puppetry, the stage adaptation of Life of Pi stays true to the novel while putting spectacle in the spotlight. Through a heart-wrenching odyssey across the Pacific, this production will make you believe in the power of stories—beautifully told, with imagery that sticks—to help us survive.

Interview: Theatre Life with Taha Mandviwala
by Elliot Lanes - December 19, 2024


Today’s subject Taha Mandviwala is currently living his theatre life on stage at Kennedy Center playing the title character in the North American Tour of Life of Pi. The show runs plays through January 5th in the Eisenhower Theater.

Mina Morita Joins Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company as Resident Director and Creative Producer 
by Stephi Wild - December 19, 2024


Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company has announced the appointment of celebrated director and established arts leader, Mina Morita, as its BOLD Resident Director & Creative Producer.  

Arena Stage Announces First Annual DC Area Performing Arts Camp Fair
by A.A. Cristi - December 18, 2024


Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced its first annual DC-Area Performing Arts Camp Fair.

Review: THE WASHINGTON BALLET'S 'THE NUTCRACKER' at Warner Theater
by Michela Dwyer - December 18, 2024


What did our critic think of THE WASHINGTON BALLET'S 'THE NUTCRACKER' at Warner Theater?

Interview: Theatre Life with Rachel Simone Webb
by Elliot Lanes - December 18, 2024


Today’s subject Rachel Simone Webb is currently living her theatre life onstage at the Kennedy Center in the North American Tour of & Juliet playing the role of Juliet. The show runs through January 5th in the Opera House.

Video: First Look at FINN at The Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - December 18, 2024


Get a first look at the new musical from the creator of Doc McStuffins and Vampirina, Finn. This world premiere musical chronicles the coming-of-age journey of a young shark following his dreams. Learn more about the show in the videos here! Performances run through Dec. 22, 2024.


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