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Ovations Theatre offers theater education and performance experience for all ages

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a company that builds the next generation of theater artists. By LISA TRAIGER

First stop for a show in Herndon? NextStop Theatre Company

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a company committed to the next generation of theatergoers. By LISA TRAIGER

Pinky Swear Productions: Theater by and for badass women

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a feminist company that promises meaty and desirable roles for women.

Julianne Brienza, prime mover of Capital Fringe, on making lemonade

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on the Capital Fringe Festival and its visionary founding director.

How Sabrina Mandell met Mark Jaster and Happenstance Theater began

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on two artists who by happenstance fell in love making inspired works for the stage.

Our ‘Naked Mole Rat’ is in the running for three Helen...

Meet the proud director and composer of this triple-nominated theater for young audiences, Kathryn Chase Bryer and Deborah Wicks La Puma.

Through theater arts, the Music in Me Foundation thwarts bullying

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a nonprofit that teaches youth peer intervention and empowerment.

‘It’s a dream come true’: Felicia Curry and Rayanne Gonzales on...

Two stars in the local theater firmament share their feelings about appearing together in the Broadway production now on tour at Kennedy Center.

Artists Who Inspire! #8: Dani Stoller

In 'Girlhood' at Round House Theatre, the playwright is providing a voice for the next generation of actors.

Alex & Olmsted: two people at play with the infinite possibilities...

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on two artists who use objects to make theater to express their hearts’ feelings.

Artists Who Inspire! #7: Mauricio Pita

How the accomplished DC theater artist — a gay Venezuelan immigrant — shifted from scripted theater to devised, then from live performance to film.

Theater Alliance’s passage to India: A personal account

In a vivid photo essay, Ezinne Elele chronicles an arts envoy's experience devising and touring a play about Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility.

Viva School of Dance extends opportunities for students of color

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a dance school that breaks down barriers and develops leaders.

Tell Me a Bedtime Story: Playback Theater comes to Anacostia

In a performance on December 30, members of a multi-generational audience will share stories from their lives and see those stories enacted on the spot.

Through storytelling and shared leadership, Flying V makes safe space for...

In a monthly series entitled 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This series is made possible by a generous grant from the Wendi Winters Memorial Foundation.

Vera Oyé Yaa-Anna, founder of Oyé Palaver Hut, shares African storytelling, music,...

In a monthly series entitled 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This series is made possible by a generous grant from the Wendi Winters Memorial Foundation.

Eva Thorpe, founder of Heart House, brings people with all abilities...

In a monthly series entitled 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region.