Sitcom humor and family realness in ‘Folks at Home’ at Baltimore...
R. Eric Thomas’s comedy featuring an interracial gay couple is a great play with a lot to say.
‘Rent’ is a cultural touchdown in its farewell tour at the...
The show stuns with choreography not only danced but acted — and skilled actors ideally suited to the characters they play.
Aaron Copland’s ‘The Tender Land’ is an auspicious hit at CUA
These talented Catholic University singers are going somewhere.
Enlightenment becomes delight in ‘Nathan the Wise’ at Theater J
Produced with the Folger, a well-acted and tightly directed expression of hope.
An exhilarating and liberating ‘Poetry to the People: The June Jordan...
From IN Series and Theater Alliance: an introduction to the poem as a weapon we can use to free ourselves.
ExPats’ outstanding ‘Christmas Eve’ is a present for all seasons
The Austrian and German playwright, Daniel Kehlmann, calls his twisty script 'a play for two actors and a clock.' And it's right on time.
In Arena’s ‘Catch Me If You Can,’ gloss, glitz, and con
The highlight of the production is Parker Esse's choreography, executed with sassy precision by a terrific chorus.
‘Riverdance’ refresh: An exhilarating ride of pride and precision
This '25th Anniversary Show' company is nothing short of superhuman.
Annapolis Opera brings to life a thrilling ‘Into the Woods’
Glorious music and singing, combined with creative lighting, scenery, and sound.
American Shakespeare Center breathes new life into ‘Romeo and Juliet’
A spirited show that moves us to root for the young lovers like never before.
WNO’s ‘Così fan tutte’ is a treat as tasty as a...
At Kennedy Center, Washington National Opera offers a delectable evening of lighter-than-air meringue fare.
GMCW’s inspirational ‘Brand New Day’ sings of equality and inclusivity
A concert that from beginning to end was focused on the worth of all human beings in their infinite variety.
‘(y)Our Town’ at WIT has all the funny and all the...
In its twist on Thornton Wilder's 'Our Town,' Washington Improv Theater not only cracks jokes but cracks open the emotion in the moment.
‘Fiddler on the Roof’ dances its way to Capital One Hall
Dancing sets the tone for this iconic musical that brings life and humanity to Jewish peasants facing antisemitism in pre-revolutionary Russia.
Signature romances a delightfully entertaining ‘She Loves Me’
Irresistible songs and a top-flight cast make for a musical that's sweeter than vanilla ice cream.
‘Mrs. Warren’s Profession’ comes alive in stunning Stage Guild production
Washington Stage Guild draws out the humor and the horror in George Bernard Shaw’s classic take on hypocrisy and deceit.
Washington National Opera’s ‘Written in Stone’: opera as American as apple...
Four world premieres at Kennedy Center point to the future of the art form and tell stories that relate directly to the American experience.
A woman does the math with men in ‘Ada and the...
Dina Soltan is wonderful as Ada, bringing ardor and enthusiasm that is simply infectious.
Step Afrika!’s exuberant ‘Drumfolk’ makes DC debut at Strathmore
Inspired by the Stono Rebellion, this show brings history to life in smashingly real stepping glory.
‘Written in Stone,’ four monumental mini-operas, debuts at Kennedy Center
The new Washington National Opera work is provocative, sweeping, intriguing, and chockful of some of the best voices and creatives of the 21st century.