2026 District Fringe Review: ‘When I Was’ by MaKayla Baker Paxton...
The playwright takes us back to her teenage angst in the early aughts, and her music-cued storytelling cuts deep. By JOHN STOLTENBERG
2026 District Fringe Review: ‘When I Was’ by MaKayla Baker Paxton...
The playwright takes us back to her teenage angst in the early aughts, and her music-cued storytelling cuts deep. By JOHN STOLTENBERG
‘Beetlejuice’ on tour at the National Theatre is stuck in limbo
Part Gen X nostalgia trip, part angsty teen drama, this musical comedy can’t find its soul. By GEOFFREY MELADA
‘Best Line Wins’ brings new life to iconic comics Mike Nichols...
Playwright, director, and festival producer weigh in on one of the most anticipated shows in the 2026 Contemporary American Theatre Festival. By ARNOLD SALTZMAN
Tour director Catie Davis on bringing ‘Beetlejuice’ to the stage
The musical returns to DC’s National Theatre, where it debuted eight years ago. A lot has changed. By JULIA TUCKER
‘Best Line Wins’ brings new life to iconic comics Mike Nichols...
Playwright, director, and festival producer weigh in on one of the most anticipated shows in the 2026 Contemporary American Theatre Festival. By ARNOLD SALTZMAN
Calendar: Play Readings, Workshops, and Short-Run Theater Events in the DMV
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1st Stage announces 2026/27 season
Season includes five powerful plays and the 2026 Logan Festival of Solo Performance.
A grateful farewell to our New York correspondent, Deb Miller
For nearly a decade, Deb Miller has covered New York theater for DC Theater Arts superbly. By NICOLE HERTVIK
‘Beautiful: The Carole King Story’ showcases remarkable talent at Annapolis Summer...
The performers give every song energy and feeling and hit every comic and emotional moment spot on. By CHARLES GREEN
‘Beautiful: The Carole King Story’ showcases remarkable talent at Annapolis Summer...
The performers give every song energy and feeling and hit every comic and emotional moment spot on. By CHARLES GREEN
A grateful farewell to our New York correspondent, Deb Miller
For nearly a decade, Deb Miller has covered New York theater for DC Theater Arts superbly. By NICOLE HERTVIK
Calendar: Play Readings, Workshops, and Short-Run Theater Events in the DMV
Check back regularly for the most up-to-date information about workshops, readings, and short-run/single-performance events.