Song-filled ‘Falsettos’ feels timeless and endearing at Gaithersburg Arts Barn
The production in partnership with Theatre@CBT demonstrates the musical's staying power and ongoing relevance. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON
Silver Spring Stage’s One-Act Festival showcases local talent
The cozy stage in the middle of Colesville offers an excellent venue to debut new work. By JULIAN OQUENDO
Family-friendly fun in ‘Willy Wonka’ from Sterling Playmakers
The light-hearted show highlights local talent while spreading the joy of live theater with the next generation. By KENDALL MOSTAFAVI
An energetic and heartfelt ‘Legally Blonde’ from City of Fairfax Theatre...
The delightful, high-energy spectacle was a celebration of positivity and resilience. By LAURA MILLS
A beautiful and hopeful ‘Memphis’ at Little Theatre of Alexandria
The moving yet racially charged musical, combined with the theater’s history, reminds us how far we’ve come. By TENIOLA AYOOLA
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ delights at Classic Theatre of Maryland
Shakespeare’s classic comic fantasy is perfect for a summer evening. By CHARLES GREEN
McLean Community Players has big fun with ‘Heathers: The Musical’
A candy store chock full of witty zingers, teenage angst, and electric talent. By HALEY HUCHLER
‘Freaky Friday’ from Upper Room Theatre is a female-led standout
A musical of magic and laughter for all ages with an amazingly talented cast. By JOEY OLSON
Prince William Little Theatre stages ‘110 in the Shade’ with plenty...
The small-town life of Three Point, Texas, comes alive in a story of love, hope, and redemption. By LINDA KINNEY
AmaZing Theatre’s ’10-Minute Play Festival’ lives up to company’s name
The eight pieces selected from 102 submissions are funny, poignant, and surprisingly satisfying. By DEBRA MINTER JACKSON
Heartfelt ‘Escape to Margaritaville’ at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre
The sold-out show has music and humor to please hardcore 'parrot heads,' casual Jimmy Buffett fans, and musical lovers alike. By CHARLES GREEN
With ‘Disney’s Little Mermaid,’ Rockville Musical Theatre delivers the goods
The treasured story is timeless and the lead voices are superb. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON
A lively ‘Tootsie’ the musical at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theater
The enthusiasm and talent exhibited by the cast is unquestionable, and they’re absolutely charming as wait staff. By CYBELE POMEROY
‘Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds’ is lovely and poignant at NOVA Nightsky Theater
This production of Paul Zindell's Pulitzer Prize-winning play offers an intelligent and heartfelt evening of entertainment. By KENDALL MOSTAFAVI
British Players’ charming ‘Old Time Music Hall’ feels like a family...
To attend this costumes-encouraged show is to be welcomed into a tight-knit group’s 60-year tradition. By ALEXANDRA BOWMAN
Wildly entertaining comic performances in ‘Rumors’ at Rooftop Productions
The Neil Simon comedy is a wonderfully acted fable of bad intentions gone bad, with fast-talking characters and subtle insight as a cherry on top. By ALEXANDRA BOWMAN
Youthful ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ is great fun at Gaithersburg Arts...
The Montgomery Playhouse production proves what can be accomplished with imagination, moxie, and a lot of heart. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON
Dominion Stage takes to heart the heartbreaking power of ‘Rent’
The musical's lasting relevance is delivered with passion and excellence. By KENDALL MOSTAFAVI
‘Trivia Tonight! A Questionable Musical Revue’ scores at Bethesda Little Theatre
Performing an artful set list with heart and humor, the cast leaves everything on the stage. By C. A. LING
‘Assassins’ at Silver Spring Stage shocks and entertains
History buffs will enjoy this musical look at the lives and twisted thinking of notorious American presidential assassins. By WILLIAM POWELL