At Folger, Jacob Ming-Trent spits Shakespeare for the rap generation
In his world premiere solo show, 'How Shakespeare Saved My Life,' the playwright-performer tells a compelling, pop-culture–infused personal tale. By LISA TRAIGER
Mayhem and humor in ‘As You Like It’ at American Shakespeare...
The production is a thrilling demonstration of how to take an old standard and breathe new life into it. By ANDREW WALKER WHITE
One day to plan a gala? No problem for Olney Theatre!
When Sutton Foster became ill 24 hours before her performance at Olney’s annual gala, DC talent saved the day. The result was extraordinary. By NICOLE HERTVIK
‘Shear Madness’ is closing. Long live ‘Shear Madness.’
As the comedic whodunit closes after 39 years at the Kennedy Center, generations of artists reflect on how the show improved their lives. By NICOLE HERTVIK
Chase ghosts through downtown DC with Rorschach Theatre’s ‘American Apparitions’
Latest iteration of Rorschach's participatory Psychogeographies Project runs through September 2026, with live 'Ghost Party' performance July 11.
Contemporary American Theater Festival announces casts and creative teams for 2026...
CATF's 2026 season runs July 10-August 2, featuring five new plays (four of them world premieres).
It’s a great day for Green Day’s ‘American Idiot’ at Silhouette...
The performers are, without exception, excellent. The live band onstage is precise, rich, and nuanced. By CYBELE POMEROY
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
Chase ghosts through downtown DC with Rorschach Theatre’s ‘American Apparitions’
Latest iteration of Rorschach's participatory Psychogeographies Project runs through September 2026, with live 'Ghost Party' performance July 11.

































