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National Chamber Ensemble Presents: ‘David Dubal, Schubert, and Champagne!’ on Saturday, February 8th at 7:30 PM by Jane Coyne

Jane Coyne 2014-01-17

National Chamber Ensemble, David Dubal, Schubert, and Champagne! Program Sonata in A minor “Arpeggione” for Cello and Piano, D. 821 Six Dances (David Dubal, piano) Piano Trio in E flat No. 2 Op.100...

Bowie Community Theatre Offering New Youth Theatre Program Starting February 1st by John Nunemaker

Guest Author 2014-01-17

In an effort to expand its influence in the community, Bowie Community Theatre will begin offering youth theatre programs starting February 1, 2014. The first series of classes begin with a 10-week...

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Feat: Pinchas Zukerman and Amanda Forsyth at the George Mason University Center for the Arts

Jessica Vaughan 2014-01-16

Sunday at the George Mason University Center for the Arts saw talent from across the Atlantic in the form of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra led by guest conductor and violinist Pinchas Zukerman....

Mount Vernon Community Children’s Theatre’s Teen Production of ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Opens February 8th by Robin Parker

Guest Author 2014-01-16

Announcing Mount Vernon Community Theatre‘s Teen Production of Much Ado About Nothing WHEN: February 8, 14, & 15 – @7:30pm February 9 & 16 – @3:00pm WHERE: Heritage Presbyterian Church 8503 Fort Hunt...

‘Tribes’ at The Studio Theatre by Sydney-Chanele Dawkins

Sydney-Chanele Dawkins 2014-01-15

Every word we speak – whether verbally or by signing – can be a brick to build or a bulldozer to destroy. You don’t have to have the ability to hear . . . to want to be heard. How do you live out...

The Welders Announce the Full Company & Creative Team for their First Production of Allyson Currin’s ‘The Carolina Layaway Grail’ by Joanna Ruf

Guest Author 2014-01-15

Allyson Currin’s The Carolina Layaway Grail to run March 22 – April 5, 2014 The Welders announce the full company and creative team for their first production, Allyson Currin’s The Carolina Layaway...

Creative Cauldron Kicks Off 4th Annual ‘Passport to the World Festival’ With Open House at ArtSpace Falls Church Falls Church, VA on January 18th and 19th

Guest Author 2014-01-15

On Saturday, January 18th and Sunday, January 19th Creative Cauldron will host an Open House with family-friendly workshops, demonstrations and free performances. Veteran members of Creative...

‘Bang the Drum Slowly’ at The American Century Theater by David Friscic

David Friscic 2014-01-15

The American Century Theater (TACT), a stalwart presence in the DC area theatre community, is now presenting the stage adaptation by Eric Simonson of Mark Harris’ novel (the second in a series of...

Meet the Children in Reston Players’ Upcoming ‘Les Misérables’ by Diane Schnoor

Guest Author 2014-01-14

This fall, many talented children from the Washington, D.C. area auditioned for the three children’s roles in Les Miserables. Meet Ella Schnoor, Ethan Van Slyke, and Maggie Slivka, who play Little...

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC presents ‘Passion’ on Sat 2/15@3 & 8 PM by Craig Cipollini

Guest Author 2014-01-14

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC (GMCW) continues its 33rd season with a special concert entitled Passion to be presented on February 15, 2014 at 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm at Church of the Epiphany...

‘Over the River and Through the Woods’ at Prince George’s Little Theatre

Amanda Gunther 2014-01-13

Tengo familgia! In English it doesn’t translate to anything more than “support your family” but in Italian it means so much more. Prince George’s Little Theatre is proud to present Over the River and...

‘Look Homeward, Angel’ at Compass Rose Theater by Amanda Gunther

Amanda Gunther 2014-01-13

Our lives are like a photograph; a picture that captures a moment, showing everything and nothing simultaneously. Even so, the deep complexities of relationships we share with others keep us frozen to...

‘Coyote on a Fence’ at Colonial Players by Amanda Gunther

Amanda Gunther 2014-01-13

As of October 2013 the state of Maryland became the sixth state to abolish the death penalty. The state of Maryland no longer utilizes capital punishment as a sentence for prisoners found guilty of...

‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ at First Act at Act Two@Levine by Eric Denver

Eric Denver 2014-01-12

In the small intimate confines of the blackbox theater within the Strathmore complex, Saturday afternoon was a spectacular day for Chapter 39 of Genesis. First Act, a new program of Act Two @ Levine,...

Bettye LaVette in Concert at The Howard Theatre by Sydney-Chanele Dawkins

Sydney-Chanele Dawkins 2014-01-12

If nothing else, Bettye LaVette is a survivor. She is a survivor, and a living testament of what God-given talent, determination, and a strong will of staying true to oneself can be in the harsh,...

Nellie McKay at the Mansion at Strathmore by Francine Schwartz

Francine Schwartz 2014-01-12

As a part of a new series, Say It With Song, Nellie McKay sold out the first of two evening events at the atmospheric Mansion at Strathmore on Thursday, January 9th. She is a prolific jazz singer and...

‘Blame it on Beckett’ at Montgomery Playhouse at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn by Yvonne French

Yvonne French 2014-01-11

Ever wonder what goes on–not behind the scenes–but beneath the surface of the performing arts? Such as what might have led to a Bolshoi Ballet star dancer’s conviction for throwing acid on the...

‘The Little Mermaid JR’ at Encore Stage & Studio

Julia Amis 2014-01-11

Encore Stage and Studio presents The Little Mermaid JR, with music by Alan Menken (adapted and arranged by David Weinstein), lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glen Slater, and book by Doug Wright. Based on...

‘Urinetown: The Musical’ at Dominion Stage by John Stoltenberg

John Stoltenberg 2014-01-11

Urinetown: The Musical holds a special place in my theatergoing memory. I first saw it in New York City days after the September 11, 2001, attacks because then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani told me to. He made...

‘Meena’s Dream’ at Forum Theatre by Christina Marie Frank

Christina Marie Frank 2014-01-11

Meena’s Dream takes a look at the impossible struggle of a single parent immigrant family surviving in America. The story is told form the perspective of 9 year old Meena, who deals with her mother’s...

‘Where The Whangdoodle Sings’ at Generous Company at The Baltimore Theatre Project by Amanda Gunther

Amanda Gunther 2014-01-11

Does your story matter? Will it be remembered and recorded in vivid Technicolor with all of the deep anguishing pains of its existence or will it be swallowed whole by the myth eaters and rearranged...

‘Twelfth Night’ at Synetic Theater by Christina Frank

Christina Marie Frank 2014-01-10

There’s nothing particularly innovative about setting Shakespeare in the 20’s. Look around town and you’ll find a number of companies hauling out the flapper dresses. There’s also nothing new about...

Here’s the Ticket Winner for ‘Urinetown the Musical’ at Dominion Stage

Joel M. 2014-01-09

THE WINNER OF A PAIR OF TICKETS TO DOMINION STAGE’S URINETOWN THE MUSICAL IS… MELISSA JO YORK-TILLEY URINETOWN THE MUSICAL is performed at: Gunston Arts Center, Theatre 1 2700 S. Lang Street...

Here’s the Winner of Tickets to Silver Spring Stage’s “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

Joel M. 2014-01-09

THE WINNER OF A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SILVER SPRING STAGE’S THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) IS… LUKE TUDBALL AND HE ANSWERED THESE THREE QUESTIONS CORRECTLY: (1) What Neil Young song...

This Sunday, Playwright John Morogiello Leads Q&A With the Cast of ‘Blame it on Beckett’ at Montgomery Playhouse by Bruce Hirsch

Guest Author 2014-01-09

This Sunday January 12th, Montgomery Playhouse presents a special performance of Blame it on Beckett at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn. There will be a Q & A after the show with the cast and director and...

Directing ‘This’ by Melissa James Gibson at Vienna Theatre Company by Tom Flatt

Guest Author 2014-01-09

What’s THIS All About? When I told people I was going to be directing This at Vienna Theatre Company, they invariably replied, “This?” with a quizzical tilt of the head. I would go on to explain it...

‘Blame it on Beckett’ Opens Friday at Montgomery Playhouse by Bruce Hirsch

Guest Author 2014-01-08

Blame it on Beckett, presented by Montgomery Playhouse in partnership with the City of Gaithersburg opens this Friday, Jan. 10th at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn. Written by John Morogiello, the play is...

BEST OF 2013: Favorite Performances and Productions at Theatre/Music Training Programs in 2013 by the Staff of DCMetroTheaterArts

DC Theater Arts Staff 2014-01-08

The staff of DCMetroTheaterArts honor the schools, conservatories, and programs that train young actors, singers, and musicians (and some adults who always wanted to be on the stage). Congrats to all...

Win a Pair of Tickets to Silver Spring Stage’s ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)’ and Discount Link and Enter by Tomorrow at NOON

Joel M. 2014-01-07

Win a pair of tickets to Silver Spring Stage’s hysterical production of THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) SEND YOUR ENTRY TO: dcmetrotheaterarts@gmail.com And Put “SHAKESPEARE...

Win A Pair of tickets to Dominion Stage’s ‘Urinetown The Musical’ and Enter by Tomorrow at 8 PM

Joel M. 2014-01-07

Win a pair of tickets to Dominion Stage’s production of the Tony Award-winning musical URINETOWN THE MUSICAL SEND YOUR ENTRY TO: dcmetrotheaterarts@gmail.com BY TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8TH AT 8...

‘The Old Masters’ at Washington Stage Guild by Leslie Weisman

Leslie Weisman 2014-01-06

We Washingtonians take pride in accomplishment, and in being duly recognized for it. And strongly dislike having our expertise challenged—particularly, publicly. Fortunately, most of us don’t have our...

Meet the Lovers of Reston Community Players’ ‘Les Misérables’ by Diane Schnoor

Guest Author 2014-01-06

When Reston Community Players opens its stirring production of the Tony Award-winning musical Les Misérables on January 17th, three incredibly talented young actors will anchor its heart-wrenching...

‘Cab Calloway’s Minnie the Moocher’ at Pointless Theatre Co. at Mead Theatre Lab at Flashpoint by Justin Schneider

Justin Schneider 2014-01-05

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be trapped in a old cartoon? One of those aggressively manic black-and-white pieces where everything has a face and bounces along to the music? Wonder...

Oh, That Crazy Bard! ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)’ Opens January 10 at Silver Spring Stage by Lennie Magida

Guest Author 2014-01-05

Doing Shakespeare is hard. Doing all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays – plus his sonnets – in 97 minutes, using only three actors, with lots of props, physical comedy and improvisation, and with no fourth...

‘Late: A Cowboy Song’ at No Rules Theatre Company by Amanda Gunther

Amanda Gunther 2014-01-05

Burgeoning playwright Sarah Ruhl is featured as the start of the season at No Rules Theatre Company as they present the Washington DC premier of Late: A Cowboy Song. Directed by Rex Daugherty, this...

THE BEST OF 2013: ‘Favorite Children’s, High School, and University Productions and Performances of 2013′ by The Staff of DCMetroTheaterArts

DC Theater Arts Staff 2014-01-04

Here are the choices of The Staff of DCMetroTheaterArts for our Favorite productions and performances in Children’s Theatre and High School and University productions that we saw in 2013. Congrats to...

Synesthesia: More Sign-Interpreted and Captioned Performances in January and February 2014 by Yvonne French

Yvonne French 2014-01-04

The Angelica Film Center & Cafe at the Mosaic in Virginia’s mod new Merrifield development has audio captioning devices that fit into the drink holders. 2911 District Ave @ Lee Hwy & Gallows Rd...

Here are the Winners of Free Tickets to No Rules Theatre Company’s ‘Late: A Cowboy Song’

Joel M. 2014-01-03

HERE ARE OUR WINNERS OF TWO FREE PAIRS OF TICKETS TO NO RULES THEATRE COMPANY’S LATE: A COWBOY SONG by Sarah Ruhl (1) BILL LEARY AND (2) IYABO MORRISON ______ LATE, A COWBOY SONG by Sarah Ruhl plays...

Win Free Tickets to ‘Late: A Cowboy Song’ at No Rules Theatre Company. Enter TODAY BY NOON.

Joel M. 2014-01-03

WIN A FREE PAIR OF TICKETS TO NO RULE THEATRE COMPANY’S LATE, A COWBOY SONG by Sarah Ruhl The shows plays through January 1 to 19, 2014 at Signature Theatre – 4200 Campbell Avenue, in Arlington, VA....

Bravo@KAT Presents ‘Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR.’ January 31-February 2nd

Guest Author 2014-01-02

In 1991, the animated feature Beauty and the Beast became the first animated film to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture. Prompted by the unprecedented success of the film, and by...

‘Blame it on Beckett’ Opens January 10th at Montgomery Playhouse at The Gaithersburg Arts Barn by Bruce Hirsch

Guest Author 2014-01-02

Start the New Year with comedy! Blame it on Beckett by John Morogiello Directed by David Dossey and starring Chris Hawkins, Linda Hirsch, Nick Sampson, and Emily Sucher. The Gaithersburg Town Courier...

‘Elvis Birthday Fight Club’ Video Interview as it Rolls Into GALA Hispanic Theatre Tomorrow Night at 8 & 10 PM by Lucrezia Blozia

Lucrezia Blozia 2014-01-02

I’m a count your blessings kinda gal. I get to do some really cool stuff over the course of the year – why last year I played both Maria Von Trapp in a live onstage R. Kelly video (suck it Carrie...