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Gay Men’s Chorus sings an exuberant and joyful international ‘Holiday Show’
Celebrating holiday music and traditions from around the world, the concert previewed the World Pride Festival coming to DC in June 2025. By EM SKOW
The backstory of a beloved poem in imaginative ‘A Visit From St. Nicholas’ by...
And beforehand, a delightful party features holiday traditions and songs. By CHARLES GREEN
Olney Theatre Center selects 2024/25 Vanguard Arts Fund projects
Three collaborative projects will be developed through weeklong workshops.
Patrick Page exposes the psyches of Shakespeare’s villains in his spectacular ‘All the Devils...
Anyone with a theatrical bone in their body will be thrilled by experiencing this genuinely great actor at the height of his powers. By BOB ASHBY
Agatha Christie’s ‘And Then There Were None’ rivets at Everyman Theatre
The murder mystery's classic intrigue, plot twists, snippy comments, and traditional English accents will keep you at attention. By CONSTANCE BEULAH
Tensions test a family at Christmas in ‘Dot’ at Silver Spring Stage
The play becomes an effective argument for the power of love in a time of crisis. By JOHN GEOFFRION
Profound humanity is on tap in ‘An Irish Carol’ at Keegan Theatre
Now in its 14th year, the play offers up a lively mix of passion and wit to deliver its message of forgiveness and hope. By AMY KOTKIN
In ‘Leopoldstadt’ at Shakespeare Theatre, the sorrow of unspeakable loss
A moving and deeply important production. By EM SKOW
The impact of ‘Wicked’ the movie on ticket sales of the Broadway production
As Wicked the Musical continues to break records in its 21st anniversary on Broadway, a new report shows that the movie adaptation, starring Ariana...
Joyous and powerful ‘A Hanukkah Carol’ premieres at Round House Theatre
The wild new holiday musical tackles Jewish identity, healing, and self-acceptance. By DANIELLA IGNACIO
The thrills are alive in ‘The Sound of Music’ at Toby’s Dinner Theatre
The voices are the highlight of this delightful, sold-out holiday treat. By JENNIFER GEORGIA
Top-notch ‘A Beautiful Noise’ on tour at the National sings Neil Diamond’s life
This bio-musical about the chart-topping hitmaker has true heart. By CAROLINE BOCK
Recent book releases for theater-lovers
If you have some time off for the holidays, you can catch up on your reading with these three recent releases on historic contributions...
How to read Sondheim and how he can change your life (book review)
Theater historian Richard Schoch offers perceptive interpretations of Sondheim’s lyrics but doesn't impart their shareable life lessons. By GEOFFREY MELADA
‘Spamalot Diaries’ spills how the hilarious hit happened (book review)
Eric Idle’s entries show all the energy, talent, trust, and humor involved in making the Broadway musical. By CHARLES GREEN
Spectacular dancing makes ‘White Christmas’ at Classic Theatre of Maryland
Everything about the musical is fantastic. You must see it to believe it. By ANDY ARNOLD
Three top picks for the holidays, on stage in NYC
If you’re looking for a fabulous way to celebrate the joy of Christmas at a theater in NYC, there are two annual themed concerts...
Joey Parsons on connection, collaboration, and her life onstage and off
The award-winning actor, now appearing Off-Broadway in a Kate Hamill world premiere, shares what she cares about most. By LORRAINE TREANOR
A spirited ‘Christmas Carol’ set in Baltimore at Chesapeake Shakespeare
The company's 10th-annual production will warm your heart this holiday season. By LEANDRA LYNN
Loads of laughs and real-life sentiment in ‘Rules for Writing Christmas Cards’ at Best...
The talented cast brings the holiday spirit to a comedy that's a fa-la-la frolicking good time. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON