Witchiness happens in ‘Macbeth’ at Silver Spring Stage
An excellent sound design creates a pervasive, ominous atmosphere for Shakespeare's tragedy of ambition and murder. By BOB ASHBY
Playfully spine-tingling ‘Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ at Colonial Players of Annapolis
This unique take on the Halloween classic blends humor, suspense, and spooky entertainment. By JULIA TUCKER
Little Theatre of Alexandria’s lovely ‘She Loves Me’ is near-flawless
This charming musical is a perfectly polished gem. By MEGAN FRAEDRICH
Dominion Stage views ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ through a horror lens
Setting the story in eerie Appalachia entertains and almost works. By ZOE WINSKY
Passionate, polished ‘Man of La Mancha’ at Prince William Little Theatre
Director Susy Moorstein frames the production with a powerful vision: that the injustices depicted in the show are not confined to history.
Kooky fun with ‘The Addams Family’ from McLean Community Players
Known from cartoons, television, and film, the creepy brood can also belt out some tunes at McLean’s Alden Theatre. By JEFFREY WALKER
Exuberant ‘Matilda the Musical’ at Silhouette Stages feels electric and fresh
This funny, inventive production is alive with cinematic-quality reimaginings. By SHERRITA WILKINS
‘Curious Case of the Cottingley Fairies’ enchants at NOVA Nightsky Theater
The story is spellbinding, and Claire Wittman’s witty, swift-flowing script tells it with a light touch while hinting at deeper themes. By MEGAN FRAEDRICH
Spoofy ‘Witches?! In Salem?!’ in time for spooky season at Spotlighters...
This hot take on ‘The Crucible’ is likely to entertain, startle, delight, and horrify you. It will make you laugh, then suddenly stop. By CYBELE POMEROY
Witty murder mystery in ‘The Game’s Afoot’ by Rockville Little Theatre
The cast makes Ken Ludwig’s comedy good old-fashioned fun to watch. By CAROLINE BOCK
Mystery and music of ‘Anastasia’ come to life at Fauquier Community...
An impeccably cast production asks: Was she or was she not the last surviving Romanov duchess? By JEFFREY WALKER
In ‘Bernhardt/Hamlet’ at Silver Spring Stage, a timely tribute to a...
A handsome production takes us behind the scenes with the 19th-century actress who famously played the Dane. By SOPHIA HOWES
Awe meets ancient myth in ‘Argonautika’ at City of Fairfax Theatre...
A 30-seat black box, 14 brave actors, and a whole mythic sea conjured out of rope, benches, and human breath. By NATASHA PARNIAN
In ‘The Maltese Falcon,’ Upstage Artists delivers a solid classic noir
The thoroughly enjoyable, well-acted production honors its source material and makes great use of its cozy space. By VALERIE J. MIKLES
The claws are out in the Rude Mechanicals’ ‘The Lion in...
This witty, intimate production at Greenbelt Arts Center is a gift for fans of medieval intrigue and messy family drama. By MEGAN FRAEDRICH
Arlington Players’ triumphant ‘Bonnie & Clyde’ sticks up the American Dream
The production is a labor of love from a cast, crew, and creative team whose emotional connection to the work clearly shows. By ALEXANDRA BOWMAN
An up-close and relatable ‘Our Town’ at Colonial Players of Annapolis
The production offers a unique opportunity to see Thornton Wilder’s masterpiece in an intimate, in-the-round setting. By JULIA TUCKER
Spellbinding hijinks in ‘Blithe Spirit’ at Little Theatre of Alexandria
Full of flamboyant life, this production of Noël Coward’s classic is sure to lift your spirits. By DEB HANSEN
Impressive new works in Silver Spring Stage’s One-Act Festival
Fine acting, writing, and direction, all thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining. By ARNOLD SALTZMAN
Mel Brooks’ zany ‘Young Frankenstein’ at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre
Fans of the movie and novices alike will enjoy this gloriously funny musical. By CHARLES GREEN