A lovely ‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’ at Gaithersburg Arts Barn
Montgomery Playhouse’s production was as charming as it was entertaining. By NICOLE HERTVIK
Goodwill and merriment in ‘A Christmas Carol’ at Little Theatre...
An energetic dose of Christmas cheer just right for the young and young at heart. By EM SKOW
Tuneful ‘White Christmas’ warms hearts for the holidays at Rooftop Productions
With a classic score by Irving Berlin and breezy production values, this perenial favorite is lovingly performed by a terrific cast. By JEFFREY WALKER
Local producer and director Michael Fowle brings ‘A Doll’s House, Part...
Set 15 years after the events of Henrik Ibsen's 'A Doll's House,' Lucas Hnath's play cleverly explores gender roles and human relationships.
Sterling Playmakers picks a sticky script in ‘Adventures of Sherlock Holmes’
Alas, Jon Jory's adaptation of four Arthur Conan Doyle stories simply does not work as a theater piece. The fault is not the actors'. By BOB ASHBY
‘Heart of the Mummy’ is a tomb full of laughs at...
Filled with malapropisms and sexual innuendo, this murder mystery radio-play-within-a-play thrives on silly jokes and audience participation. By WILLIAM POWELL
Music is the star in ‘Titanic: The Musical’ by Good Shepherd...
The 27-piece orchestra gives a full, rich, concert-quality performance, and the large cast's singing matches the quality of the orchestra. By BOB ASHBY
Love and math add up in ‘Proof’ from McLean Community Players
The writing is moving and the production shines. By ERIC COLCHAMIRO
Battling bias against women, in ‘Blue Stockings’ at Silver Spring Stage
A paean to the perseverence of students at a women's college to have the same rights as men. By JENNIFER GEORGIA
Rockville Musical Theatre’s ‘Young Frankenstein’ is a scream
A smashing revival of a musical based on a beloved film and a masterly monster mashup of comedy and dancing. By JENNIFER GEORGIA
Fresh and new musical ‘TREES’ takes root at Bethesda Little Theatre
In a show presented with style and creativity, young people take a stand to preserve woodlands threatened by corporate greed. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON
Little Theatre of Alexandria’s ‘Young Frankenstein’ is a blast
Mel Brooks' madcap musical is perfect for the spooky season. By KENDALL MOSTAFAVI
Off-kilter ‘Misery’ is a thriller at Dominion Stage
A theatrical experience that shouldn’t be missed—no matter how many times you've seen the movie. By CAROLINE BOCK
A glittering, high-energy ‘Kinky Boots’ from Rooftop Productions
Passion and sparkly glamor strut their stuff in this fun, catchy musical at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. By DANA ROBERTS
Comedy and operetta couple in ‘A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and...
The uniformly excellent voices ring out powerfully in the Gaithersburg Arts Barn. By JENNIFER GEORGIA
‘Wit’ comes to heartrending life at Colonial Players of Annapolis
A powerfully intense play in a production reflecting its deep humanity and wit. By CHARLES GREEN
Big laughs and fuzzy feelings in ‘Avenue Q’ from Reston Community...
A hilarious and heartfelt production that is both campy and edgy. By LAURA MILLS
Fall in love with Sterling Players’ ‘Shakespeare in Love’
Even if you’re familiar with the movie, this wonderfully acted and delightfully directed production brings a lovely and more intimate interpretation of the story. By JEN LOFQUIST
An upbeat and catchy ‘SpongeBob Musical’ from Silhouette Stages
The show is full of candy-colored positivity and features a stellar cast. By CYBELE POMEROY
Quirky folk crack clues in ‘The Westing Game’ at Prince William...
It's not only a suspenseful mystery but also a story about the human spirit. By CHRISTINE MAXTED