Reviews

In telling his autobiographical stories, Kling forms a connection with the audience in an emotionally compelling way. By BOB ASHBY

A bold new play explores twin sisters trapped in a fascist German regime. By NATHAN PUGH

An improv show led by Washington Improv Theater member Dell shines through its unique theming. By NATHAN PUGH

Two talented physical-theater performers (and partners in real life) take a tickled audience on a clown travelogue in mime. By JOHN STOLTENBERG

It’s part theater, part improv, part reality dating experiment — and 100 percent chaos (the good kind). By TENIOLA AYOOLA

This witty, colorful interpretation of Shakespeare’s classic comedy is a fun summer show that offers plenty of laughs. By CHARLES GREEN

This small but mighty one-act offers an intimate retrospective on the isolation and borderline insanity of our collective but separate COVID experience. By EM SKOW

District Fringe Festival launches with a bang — and a few demons — with Caro Dubberly’s raw, unfinished, and seriously compelling new musical. By NICOLE HERTVIK

Adventure Theatre MTC presents a musical filled with theatrical magic and visual and verbal humor for both children and parents to enjoy. By HANNAH ESTIFANOS

What seems like a typical modern American family is anything but. By JULIA AMIS

The show blends death-defying acrobatics, modern dance, and theatrical storytelling to create something truly memorable. By ZOE WINSKY

Adapted from Madeleine L’Engle's beloved novel, the otherworldly production is full of visual and aural delights. By SOPHIA HOWES

The sun goes down, the breeze wafts in, and nine first-rate performers distill American musical theater history into a 90-minute hit parade. By D.R. LEWIS

The shop owner's hilarious physical presence, infectious humor, and martial arts moves had the audience in stitches. By MALCOLM LEWIS BARNES

Three spunky golden girls have gathered to take a lesson from a 19-year-old surfer dude. (Cue the cougar jokes.) By JOHN STOLTENBERG

This charming play features uproarious comedy, dynamic characters, and innovative visuals, creating a delightfully interactive theatrical experience. By JULIA TUCKER

Shining with stories both light and dark, a new musical about reopening a cabaret bar amid the 2024 election has much potential for power. By DANIELLA IGNACIO

Tightly and powerfully directed and acted, this masterful American play packs an emotional and intellectual punch. By CAROLINE BOCK

This is a play that must be seen live to be enjoyed, and the ASC navigates its twists and turns with great skill indeed. By ANDREW WALKER WHITE