‘Shrek the Musical’ turns into children’s theater on tour at Capital...

Does this kidification of the Broadway version have something interesting and entertaining to offer? Absolutely. By ALEXANDRA BOWMAN

Creative Cauldron announces 2024/25 season and transition to new home

Season will begin at Creative Cauldron's longtime home in Pearson Square, then move into new home at the corner of Broad and Washington Streets by the end of the year.

The dark horror of excess in ‘American Psycho’ at Monumental Theatre

The production is an absolute blast — a deliciously sardonic, disturbingly funny, and sensual musical about greed, exceptionalism, and avarice. By KENDALL MOSTAFAVI

1st Stage announces 2024/25 season

Season kicks off with festival of solo performances, followed by a Tony Award-nominated play, a Pulitzer Prize-winning classic, and more.

Great fun to be had in Lynchburg at Endstation Theatre’s ‘Twelfth...

The production makes full use of the great outdoors—with the cast scampering in and around the crowd and plenty of action wherever you look. By ANDREW WALKER WHITE

All the Bard in two frenetic, hilarious hours at American Shakespeare...

'The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again)' proves that goofy all-women productions rule. By ANDREW WALKER WHITE

Tony-nominated writer Joe Iconis to perform concert at NextStop Theatre

'Be More Chill' composer to perform solo concert/cabaret July 15 in NextStop's black box.

‘Wizard of Oz’ an absolute delight at Riverside Center for the...

A stellar cast, solid direction, and an imaginative technical crew bring the classic motion picture to life onstage. By JULIA AMIS

Cirque du Soleil’s dazzling ‘Corteo’ comes to EagleBank Arena in Fairfax

The imaginative premise: What does a circus clown experience during their funeral? By JULIAN OQUENDO

The music stars in ‘They’re Playing Our Song’ at Riverside Center...

The vocals are top-notch and the performances are superb. The effervescent live music delivers a solid night of entertainment. By JULIA AMIS

‘Songs for a New World’ rings in new year for Triune...

The powerful and emotionally charged musical by Tony winner Jason Robert Brown opens January 19 at ARTfactory. By LAURA MILLS

Wildly entertaining ‘Adventures of Pinocchio’ plays at Creative Cauldron

The Learning Theater Production features an exuberant young cast, an English and Spanish script, and spectacular designer collaboration. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON

Hamlet and Ophelia re-embodied in thrilling ‘Hamlet’ at American Shakespeare Center

Meg Rodgers as the melancholy Dane and Brandon Carter as the vulnerable maiden lead the cast of a truly compelling production. By ANDREW WALKER WHITE

Much farce flavors ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at American Shakespeare Center

The self-directed performers’ use of slapstick helps the crowd better understand the Shakespearean language. By CHRISTINE MAXTED

An insider preview of ‘Putnam County Spelling Bee’ at Good Shepherd...

Artistic advisor Christine Maxted gives a glimpse into the upcoming production.

Actors have a ball in abbreviated Bard at American Shakespeare Center

'The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again)' is a fun 130 minutes — even if it could have been 97.

‘Ragtime the Musical’ soars at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts

The show was masterfully directed. The voices of the singers were of Broadway quality.

Signature Theatre announces cast and creative team for ‘Passing Strange’

Director Raymond O. Caldwell leads a cast and creative team brimming with local talent.

‘Escape to Margaritaville’ charms at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts

You don’t have to be a die-hard Jimmy Buffett fan to enjoy yourself at this tropical party of a show.

‘Ordinary Days’ finds the beauty in connection at NOVA Nightsky Theater

An ensemble-driven show that fills up a small space and gives you all the feels.