Theater J names Hayley Finn new artistic director
The accomplished director and producer comes from 16 years at Playwrights’ Center in Minneapolis, where she served as associate artistic director.
Recipients of annual $5,000 Anderson Hopkins Award announced
Felicia Curry, Helen Huang, Kate Eastwood Norris, and Lawrence Redmond are recognized for their excellence in theater arts and long-term commitment to creating theater in DC.
Flying V announces ‘lucky’ 13th season
The company is 'connecting the dots' in 2023 with interdisciplinary, collaborative, and creative storytelling from its Theatre, R&D, and Fights wings.
Round House Theatre’s smash hit ‘Tempest’ is now streaming on demand
In-person and virtual performances must end on January 29.
Kennedy Center announces ‘Songbook,’ an online series starring young people
In each 10-minute episode launching January 21, Randy Preston sets a middle school student's original poem to music.
Woolly Mammoth to host free evening of work by Native artists
The January 29 event, supporting the company’s commitment to Indigenous communities, is part of the national tour of Madeline Sayet’s 'Where We Belong.'
Baltimore Center Stage announces artistic director change
Stephanie Ybarra to leave after five transformative years, Ken-Matt Martin to serve as interim artistic director during nationwide search for new AD.
Gabriele Jakobi, Scena’s renowned director, died January 2 at age 69
The native of Germany is survived by her husband, Robert McNamara, founder and artistic director of Scena Theatre.
Leslie Odom Jr. to headline free ‘Let Freedom Ring’ tribute at...
The event on January 16, 2023, will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Signature in the Schools to premiere ‘Voices on Blackwell Island’
Set in the notorious women’s asylum, the play is written Dani Stoller and directed by David Zobell and features guest artist Holly Twyford with a cast and crew of students.
Signature Theatre announces three new plays for SigWorks series
Works by local playwrights Audrey Cefaly, Jennifer Barclay, and Nayna Agrawal have been selected for the seventh season of Monday night readings.
Avant Bard Theatre announces world premiere of ‘Billy and George’
A dramatic portrait of the nation's first president and his closest companion, the enslaved person named William 'Billy' Lee.
4615 Theatre Company announces double bill of one-act debuts
The world premiere of 'Life Jacket' by Caridad Svich will be paired with the DC-area premiere of 'paper backs' by Tristan B. Willis.
Ford’s ‘Christmas Carol’ gifts $47,000 to For Love of Children
Ford’s yearly fundraising drive has raised more than $950,000 for DC-area charities since 2009.
Mosaic launches inaugural Catalyst New Play Festival January 19–22
Anchored by 'Max and Willy’s Last Laugh,' the festival features award-winning talent and new works by Lady Dane Figueroa Edidi and Annalisa Dias.
Synetic Theater swaps ‘Beauty and the Beast’ for ‘War of the...
Magical, darkly Gothic production to play March 3 to April 2, 2023.
Anacostia Playhouse seeks new plays for New Voices, New Works Festival
Submissions on the theme of Love will be accepted through January 15, 2023.
Folger announces new projects and programs for the new year
Preparing to reopen its historic building after a multi-year renovation, the library will amplify new voices at venues across the District.
LA TI DO to throw ‘I Love & I Hate the...
The 10th-anniversary event will be an in-person gathering at Union Stage with a streaming option.
Story District to celebrate the season with true heartwarming stories
The December 17 event will feature first-person stories inspired by classic holiday movies like 'It’s a Wonderful Life.'



















