A sweet ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ with some bite at...
The production is classic heartwarming family entertainment, with some edgier jokes and references. By MEGAN FRAEDRICH
‘Beautiful: The Carole King Story’ showcases remarkable talent at Annapolis Summer...
The performers give every song energy and feeling and hit every comic and emotional moment spot on. By CHARLES GREEN
‘Sister Act’ is food for the soul at Rockville Musical Theatre
This jazzy and humorous musical makes a joyful noise about what it means when we dare to dream. By MARY V. HOLIMAN
Black diaspora as dramedy in ‘The Colored Museum’ at Silver Spring...
From three-fifths of a person to negro to colored to African American, a serious story is told with sass and humor. By MARY V. HOLIMAN
Providence Players’ ‘I Love You Because’ has heart, humor, and a...
This surprising musical is an unabashedly familiar love story for the modern age, dirty jokes and all. By MEGAN FRAEDRICH
Live Garra Theatre’s ‘Rhinoceros’ is timely but takes its time
The agit-prop classic is the right play for this moment, just not for three-and-a-half hours. By LISA TRAIGER
It’s a great day for Green Day’s ‘American Idiot’ at Silhouette...
The performers are, without exception, excellent. The live band onstage is precise, rich, and nuanced. By CYBELE POMEROY
‘Still We Rise’ sings of America’s unfinished promise at Little Theatre...
The musical cabaret acknowledges the nation’s contradictions without surrendering faith in the possibility of progress. By TENIOLA AYOOLA
Howard County Summer Theatre celebrates 50th production with timely revival of...
HCST's production runs June 18-28 at Marriotts Ridge High School.
Fun but underdone ‘The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals’ at Greenbelt...
Despite technical challenges, it’s very likely that if you love horror/comedy stage musicals, you’ll love this one too. By RICHARD TARBOX
NOVA Nightsky’s ‘Big Love’ makes a big impact in an intimate...
This modern adaptation of an ancient Greek drama is a chaotic, heartbreaking, and beautiful experience. By MEGAN FRAEDRICH
Montgomery Playhouse’s ‘Reluctant Resurrection of Sherlock Holmes’ is frighteningly fabulous
The production at Gaithersburg Arts Barn is a unique blend of thriller, comedy, and ghost story. By JULIA TUCKER
Fascinating family feud in new play ‘Dead Air’ at Dominion Stage
If you want a mental journey and a brain tickle, this show is not to be missed. By KENDALL MOSTAFAVI
Bethesda Little Theatre’s ‘American Dream Deferred’ delivers powerful hope
In these difficult and divided times, this new musical revue hits the perfect notes. By NEAL LEARNER
Laurel Mill Playhouse delivers a deliciously dark ‘Dracula’
The production is full of gothic sensibilities, impassioned speeches, intense expressions, prosthetic teeth, and a gratifying bit of gore. By CYBELE POMEROY
2nd Star Productions’ ‘Shrek the Musical’ is giving big laughs and...
This wonderfully fun theatrical experience encourages everyone to let their freak flag fly. By VALERIE J. MIKLES
‘Cabaret’ triumphantly opens 60th season at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre
‘Come hear the music play’ under the stars for a brilliant presentation of this riveting play performed by a talented cast. By JULIA TUCKER
New musical revue ‘American Dream Deferred’ speaks truth to power
Bethesda Little Theatre production explores themes of dreams and aspirations, struggle and heartbreak, protest, progress, and hope. By BRETT JORDAN
Stories of Vietnam War medics, nurses, and corpsmen in ‘Saving Lives’...
Based on first-hand accounts, this collection of monologues gives voice to the medical staff who helped the wounded and battle-scarred. By JEFFREY WALKER
‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ fizzes with energy at Little Theatre of Alexandria
The sparkling production is a funny, entertaining showcase of immense talent, but even more, it’s a reminder of the power of the arts. By MEGAN FRAEDRICH