The Theatre Lab’s ‘Chicago: Teen Edition’ makes its mark in DC

The student production at Atlas Performing Arts Center was delivered with enthusiasm, determination, and professionalism. By GREGORY FORD

How Theater Works: Stage Managing

Signature Theatre’s resident stage manager answers the question ‘But what does a stage manager actually do?’ By KERRY EPSTEIN

My agonizing (and relieving) decision to leave DC theater

Before starting classes at Yale, a Gen Z writer reflects on what he has learned during his five years working in DC’s theater industry. (18-minute read) By NATHAN PUGH

How Theater Works: Stage Managing

Signature Theatre’s resident stage manager answers the question ‘But what does a stage manager actually do?’ By KERRY EPSTEIN

Casting announced for ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’

Round House Theatre and Olney Theatre Center launch their 2026/27 seasons with coproduction of August Wilson classic.

Taffety Punk to present world premiere of ‘Freddie: A Girl’

Based on the true story of Dutch sisters Truus and Freddie Oversteegen, Kelsey Mesa's new play reveals a girl’s fight against tyranny and the scars that war leaves behind.

A grateful farewell to our New York correspondent, Deb Miller

For nearly a decade, Deb Miller has covered New York theater for DC Theater Arts superbly. By NICOLE HERTVIK

A powerful and relatable ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ from Reston Community Players 

The inspiring production, a collaboration with South Lakes Theatre Arts, focused on the mental health struggles many of the characters face.  By KENDALL MOSTAFAVI

Casting announced for ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’

Round House Theatre and Olney Theatre Center launch their 2026/27 seasons with coproduction of August Wilson classic.