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Cinderella
Cinderella Jun 13
Ravel Dance at Capital One Hall

Experience "Cinderella," a timeless ballet of kindness, courage and true love. Featuring Prokofiev's score, stunning costumes, imaginative sets and the artistry of the Ravel dancers, this enchanting tale comes to life for audiences of all ages.

Suffs
Suffs Jun 16 - Jun 28, 2026

Direct from Broadway, comes the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical Suffs about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this "thrilling, inspiring and dazzlingly entertaining" (Variety) new musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that's far from over. Winner of the Outer Critics' Circle Award for Best New Musical.

What Became of Us
What Became of Us Jun 16 - Jul 26, 2026

A sister and brother, the elder born in The Old Country and the younger born in This Country, share both big and small moments and memories from childhood through teenage rebellion, career successes, parenthood, and growing old. Their disparate perspectives lead to both fractures and forgiveness as they witness each other's stories.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Moulin Rouge! The Musical Jun 17 - Jun 28, 2026

Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical!

Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat Jun 17 - Jul 26, 2026

Life is a really, really, really big adventure as Pete the Cat and the Biddle family rock out in a fast-paced, globe-trotting musical based on the smash hit book series. When Jimmy Biddle is anxious about finishing second grade, Pete takes him to Paris in his VW bus and Jimmy connects with his inner artist.

Sleeping Beauty: The Time Traveler
Sleeping Beauty: The Time Traveler Jun 18 - Aug 23, 2026

Rolly's ordinary summer takes an extraordinary twist when he's whisked back in time to the Age of Charlemagne! There, he meets Aurora, a bold 12-year-old princess with dreams of knighthood and adventure beyond her castle walls. But her overprotective royal parents have other plans - thanks to a mysterious curse that threatens to plunge her into a century-long sleep. As Rolly and Aurora plot a daring escape to the modern world, secrets are revealed, destinies collide, and the past and present merge in an epic journey filled with courage, friendship, and a dash of magic. Can they outsmart fate and find their happily ever after?

Around the Snake Turn
Around the Snake Turn Jun 19 - Jun 28, 2026
Pipeline Playwrights at Joe's Movement Emporium

Around the Snake Turn is a tense drama set in the Upper Volta region of West Africa. When Kwame and Baaba's son is accused of a crime, a local fetish priest places a devastating curse on their extended family, one that can only be lifted through atonement: the offering of a young virgin girl as a trokosi, or "wife of the gods." In reality, the role condemns the girl to a life of sexual servitude and slavery. As the threat turns toward her own daughter, Baaba refuses to accept the fate imposed upon her family and challenges the accusation. She confronts the power of extended family, tradition, and religion in a fight to protect her child.

Jim Jefferies: Son Of A Carpenter
Jim Jefferies: Son Of A Carpenter Jun 27

Jim Jefferies is one of the most popular and respected comedians of his generation, entertaining audiences across the globe with his provocative, belief-challenging, and thought-provoking comedy. He was recently named one of the top 5 touring comedians in the world.

My Joy Is Heavy
My Joy Is Heavy Jul 1 - Sep 1, 2026

From Obie Award-winning duo Abigail and Shaun Bengson and Tony Award-winning director Rachel Chavkin, "My Joy Is Heavy" is a gripping play filled with music. Told through song, story, and raw honesty, the Bengsons invite audiences into their real-life journey through the grief of pregnancy loss and the unexpected moments of joy, humor, and connection that carried them forward. Woven with soul-stirring music and lyrical storytelling, their memoir unfolds with radical vulnerability, reminding us of the importance of making each moment of happiness all the more profound.

A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder
A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder Jul 2 - Aug 23, 2026

This Tony Award winner for Best Musical is a hilarious and lyrical satire of money, manners, morals, and, yes, murder. After his mother's death, Monty Navarro is shocked and delighted to learn that she had a secret: she's related to the absurdly wealthy and aristocratic D'Ysquith family. And if, at first, Monty hoped his new relations might provide a sorely needed cash infusion, as eighth in line to the title of Earl of Highhurst, there isn't much hope for him inheriting the family treasure. When Monty's reunion with one of his long-lost kinfolk suddenly results in him moving into seventh place, he wonders to himself, "Why stop there?" Thus begins one of the funniest and most outrageous murder sprees in musical theatre history. Even better, in this production, all seven ill-fated D'Ysquiths are played by DMV-favorite Tom Story (Mrs. Trunchbull in Matilda).

Beetlejuice
Beetlejuice Jul 7 - Jul 26, 2026

It's showtime! Based on Tim Burton's dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that's out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE is "SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!" (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it's a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!

Back to the Future: The Musical
Back to the Future: The Musical Jul 7 - Jul 19, 2026

Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Washington, D.C., in 2024. When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he's in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself... back to the future.

Mrs. Doubtfire
Mrs. Doubtfire Jul 14 - Jul 19, 2026

Out-of-work actor Daniel Hillard will do anything for his kids. After losing custody in a messy divorce, he creates the kindly alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives. As his new character takes on a life of its own, Mrs. Doubtfire teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about how to be a father. A hysterical and heartfelt story about holding onto your loved ones against all odds, Mrs. Doubtfire is the musical comedy we need right now - one that proves we're better together.

Adrift: A Medieval Wayward Folly
Adrift: A Medieval Wayward Folly Jul 16 - Aug 2, 2026
Happenstance Theater at Round House Theatre

A ship of fools adrift at sea. They ask, “What do we do now?” After an apocalypse, the search begins. Characters from the paintings of Hieronymus Bosch and archetypes from the tarot are brought to life in this ingeniously staged production of theatrical alchemy using live music, physical comedy, puppetry, and so much more. This pod of eccentrics will drift into the world to bring delight, share hopes and fears, and find a way forward.

The Outsiders
The Outsiders Jul 28 - Aug 16, 2026

In Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1967, Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade and their Greaser family of 'outsiders' battle with their affluent rivals, the Socs. THE OUTSIDERS navigates the complexities of self-discovery as the Greasers dream about who they want to become in a world that may never accept them. With a dynamic original score, THE OUTSIDERS is a story of friendship, family, belonging...and the realization that there is still "lots of good in the world."

The Notebook
The Notebook Aug 18 - Aug 30, 2026

Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. "Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs" (Entertainment Weekly), THE NOTEBOOK is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love.

The Wiggles - Tree of Wisdom Spectacular
The Wiggles - Tree of Wisdom Spectacular Aug 18

In a concert filled with surprises, this high-energy extravaganza is set to have the whole family singing, dancing and Wiggling from start to end! Join in this all-ages celebration featuring timeless hits and sing-along moments from all your favorites including Rock-A-Bye Your Bear, Fruit Salad Yummy Yummy and Hot Potato! Plus all new favourites like Big Red Ute, Bin Night and so much more.

Summer - The Donna Summer Musical
Summer - The Donna Summer Musical Aug 28 - Nov 1, 2026

DONNA SUMMER: A girl from Boston with a voice from heaven, who shot to stardom from gospel choir to dance floor diva. Donna Summer risked it all to break through barriers, becoming the icon of an era and the inspiration for every music diva who followed. With a score featuring more than 20 of Summer’s classic hits including: “Love to Love You Baby,” “Bad Girls,” “Hot Stuff,” and “Last Dance,” this electric experience is a moving tribute to the voice of a generation.

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom Sep 9 - Oct 11, 2026

Set in 1920s Chicago and pulsing with rousing blues music, wry comedy, and poetic insight, August Wilson's acclaimed play follows trailblazing singer Ma Rainey and her band during a fraught recording session. As conflicts flare over art, power, and control, the struggle between the musicians and studio executives grows to a shattering finale. Don't miss this explosive and thrilling "genuine American masterpiece" (Chicago Reader)-reuniting two Helen Hayes Award winners for Fela!, director Lili-Anne Brown and actor Melody Betts in the title role-that takes a searing look at the racial exploitation at the heart of the music industry and celebrates the cathartic power of the blues. Co-produced with Olney Theatre Center.  

Come From Away
Come From Away Sep 10 - Oct 18, 2026

Ten years after making its Ford’s Theatre debut, Tony Award-winning Come From Away returns to our historic stage and tells the heart-warming true story of how a small Canadian town cared for 6,579 airline passengers stranded there on 9/11. When 38 planes were diverted to its doorstep, the town of Gander doubled in size, playing host to an international community of strangers and offering food, shelter and friendship. Featuring a rousing score of folk and rock, Come From Away honors the better angels of our nature, revealing hope and humanity in a time of darkness.

Somewhere Over the Border
Somewhere Over the Border Sep 10 - Oct 4, 2026

Dorothy becomes Reina in this fresh take on The Wizard of Oz from Brian Quijada, the award-winning creator and star of Mexodus, which premiered at Mosaic ahead of back-to-back Off-Broadway runs. Inspired by the true story of his mother’s immigration in the 1970s, Somewhere over the Border takes audiences on a musical journey from El Salvador to America featuring cumbia, Mexican mariachi boleros, rock, hip hop, and more! As Reina travels north to the Mexican border, she gathers friends, faces down dangers, and holds tight to the memory of the little boy she left behind to build a better life for them both. With equal parts joyful whimsy and harrowing truth, Somewhere Over the Border is a timely new musical that honors the grit and resilience of the immigrant’s journey and reminds us of the humanity of all our neighbors.

The Score
The Score Sep 11 - Oct 18, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company at Sidney Harman Hall

In spring 1747, Johann Sebastian Bach (Cox) reluctantly visits the court of Frederick II, Europe's most ambitious and dangerous leader. When the king presents Bach with a musical puzzle, the composer must confront how to rise to the challenge without forsaking his own morality. Brian Cox brings a "volcanic presence" (The Times (UK)) to Bach in the play's only American engagement.

Measure for Measure
Measure for Measure Sep 22 - Oct 25, 2026

In Shakespeare’s rarely staged comedy, human nature and the law collide. Newly enforced regulations penalize the everyday citizens of Vienna, but don’t stop the hijinks of a rambunctious crew of bawdy residents. In this morally lax city, a corrupt official tries to coerce novice nun Isabella to submit to his desires. Can Isabella maintain her vow of chastity and save her incarcerated brother’s life? Measure for Measure offers considerations into societal upheaval and asks whose voices are silenced and whose voices break through.

The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow
The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow Sep 24 - Oct 18, 2026
Washington Stage Guild at Undercroft Theatre

Enter an abandoned (and possibly haunted) tavern in Sleepy Hollow for this haunting and humorous autumn treat. Rediscover the timeless legend of the headless horseman in author Washington Irving's ghoulishly funny cautionary tale of overconfident schoolmaster Ichabod Crane and his imminent encounter with the terrifying Headless Horseman - told by one actor. It's a guaranteed visit of supernatural chills, laughs, and the power of storytelling that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Dirty Dancing
Dirty Dancing Sep 29 - Oct 4, 2026

Get ready to have the time of your life! Based on Lionsgate's beloved film, the story that awakened a generation is back in a new stage production. Dirty Dancing: The Musical is the feel-good escape you’ve been craving, alive with the pulse of electrified dancing, the thrill of secret encounters, and the allure of forbidden romance. Set to live music from the original film you love, Baby and Johnny bring to life the summer that changed everything. Your reservation at Kellerman’s awaits!

Kanan Gill: Not This Again
Kanan Gill: Not This Again Oct 2

Kanan Gill is one of India's most prominent stand-up comedians, widely regarded for his incisive observational humor and meticulous approach to writing. His comedy blends everyday insight with a global sensibility, allowing his work to travel seamlessly across cultures and audiences. Known for his calm stage presence and sharply constructed material, Kanan’s performances rely on precision rather than spectacle, earning him a loyal international audience.

Maybe Happy Ending
Maybe Happy Ending Oct 6 - Oct 11, 2026

Winner of 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical,Maybe Happy Ending tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love. Helmed by Tony Award-winning director Michael Arden (Parade), Maybe Happy Ending has been called "one of the best musicals in years" (USA Today) and even "The best musical in eons!" (Observer). Don't miss the totally original new musical adventure that explores what it means to be human. Even if they're not.

The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk
The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk Oct 7 - Nov 1, 2026

Before the paintings, poems, and fame, Bella and Marc Chagall were two young dreamers whose love transformed the world around them. Through music, movement, and theatrical magic, their journey unfolds from a small Jewish town into a vivid landscape of imagination, devotion, and resilience. Tender, whimsical, and visually enchanting, THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK is a love story that reminds us how art and love can lift us beyond the gravity of everyday life.

Frida...A Self Portrait
Frida...A Self Portrait Oct 8 - Nov 8, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company at Michael R. Klein Theatre

On the eve of Frida Kahlo's death, the pain and passion of an extraordinary life are laid bare. Brazilian writer and performer Vanessa Severo cracks open a powerful portal between herself and the celebrated Mexican painter, bringing breathtaking physicality and raw honesty to this "visually lush, emotionally rich" (Chicago Sun-Times) portrait of one of the world's most iconic artists.

Stonewall's Bust
Stonewall's Bust Oct 9 - Oct 25, 2026
Best Medicine Rep at Writer's Center

When a man lies about breaking a priceless statue in the private museum owned by his fiancee's mother, it sets off an ever escalating series of lies involving ghosts, the Civil War, and an exorcism on live television. Directed by Evan Morogiello.

Mamma Mia!
Mamma Mia! Oct 27 - Nov 15, 2026

A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago. For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show

Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Irving Berlin's White Christmas Nov 6 - Jan 10, 2027

Based on the beloved, timeless film! Two WWII veterans with a successful song-and-dance act follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters to their Christmas show at a rural Vermont lodge which happens to be owned by their old commander. They plan a yuletide fun-filled extravaganza to help fill the inn! Seventeen Irving Berlin tunes such as: “Blue Skies,” “How Deep is the Ocean” and “White Christmas” make this a family musical worthy of becoming a holiday tradition!

The Hip Hop Nutcracker
The Hip Hop Nutcracker Nov 17 - Nov 22, 2026

A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker is celebrating its 10th anniversary this season as it returns for another spectacular tour. Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovsky's timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event. The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of hip hop's founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set.

Disney Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Disney Worlds Collide Concert Tour Nov 17

The all-new "Worlds Collide Concert Tour" brings together the worlds of "Descendants," "ZOMBIES," and for the very first time, "Camp Rock," in an unforgettable new arena spectacular. A pop concert of the highest caliber, this year's cast features an exceptionally talented lineup of Disney stars including Malachi Barton ("ZOMBIES 4," "Camp Rock 3"), Liamani Segura ("Descendants: Wicked Wonderland," "Camp Rock 3"), Dara Renee ("Descendants: The Rise of Red"), Mekonnen Knife ("ZOMBIES 4"), Hudson Stone ("Camp Rock 3"), Swayam Bhatia ("ZOMBIES 4"), Kiara Romero("Descendants: Wicked Wonderland"), and Alexandro Byrd ("Descendants:Wicked Wonderland"). Fans will experience an evening packed with hit songs from all three franchises brought together in a brand-new production with fresh mashups and fan favorite songs. Next-level choreography and electrifying special effects create a show filled with nonstop delight, fan interactions, and nostalgia. Come dressed as your favorite character, sing along all night, and experience the music and moments from "Descendants," "ZOMBIES" and "Camp Rock" colliding on stage in this all-new concert experience!

Cult Of Love
Cult Of Love Nov 18 - Dec 27, 2026

Celebrate the holidays with the Broadway sensation Cult of Love! In this darkly funny, music-filled play, four adult siblings (and their partners) return home for Christmas Eve, carrying secrets, resentments, and competing ideas of what family demands. As the singing and celebration give way to confrontation, old wounds reopen and new revelations emerge. Leslye Headland’s “stormy, compassionate, [and] cuttingly observant” (TimeOut NY) play interrogates the complexity of family loyalty, the power of religion, and what it truly means to love one another.

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol Nov 19 - Dec 31, 2026

Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as they lead the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of transformation and redemption. Originally conceived by Michael Baron, this music-infused production captures the magic and joy of Dickens’s Yuletide classic, with familiar characters, ghosts and a children’s ensemble in the spirit of the holidays. Acclaimed actor Craig Wallace returns to play Ebenezer Scrooge in Ford’s annual tradition heralded as a “rich visual and vocal treat” (TheaterMania) and “infectiously jolly” (The Washington Post).

The Last Victorian
The Last Victorian Nov 19 - Dec 13, 2026
Washington Stage Guild at Undercroft Theatre

Two failed British antique dealers, partners in both business and in life, unbelievably inherit the world's oldest person - AND try to monetize her. Soon questions surface regarding the woman's true provenance (and age), and the dealers turn on each other. But then the tables are turned on them by the mysterious woman - who may in fact actually be the oldest person in the world. Come see if the truth is revealed.

Hell's Kitchen
Hell's Kitchen Nov 24 - Dec 6, 2026

Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire-searching for freedom, passion and her place in the world. How she finds them is a New York City coming-of-age story you've never felt before-HELL'S KITCHEN, a new musical from 16-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in NY inspire a story made for Broadway. Rebellious and stifled by an overprotective single mother, Ali is lost until she meets her mentor: a neighbor who opens her heart and mind to the power of the piano. Set to the rhythm of the 90s, HELL'S KITCHEN is a love story between a mother and daughter. It's about finding yourself, your purpose, and the community that lifts you. Come remember where dreams begin.

Tropical Secrets
Tropical Secrets Dec 2 - Dec 27, 2026

Daniel, a young German Jewish refugee, finds himself on the shores of Havana and meets Paloma, a young Cubana with some painful secrets of her own. The two children on the verge of adolescence try to save themselves and others in a world of borders, violence, and family separation. TROPICAL SECRETS is a dark and beautiful theatrical quest for audiences ages 8 & up about the families we lose and the families we make, about how the world changes us and how we change the world, and about oranges and drums and becoming someone new.

A Midsummer Night's Dream
A Midsummer Night's Dream Dec 4 - Jan 10, 2027
Shakespeare Theatre Company at Sidney Harman Hall

Lives are thrown topsy-turvy when four young Athenians flee into a forest ruled by mischievous fairies hell-bent on sowing confusion and merriment. Add a mysterious love potion, a befuddled group of amateur actors, and the miraculous transformation of a man into a donkey and you have Shakespeare's most magical romantic comedy. Simon Godwin directs this joyous production, surrounding the acting company with eye-popping puppets directed and designed by master puppeteer Basil Twist (My Neighbour Totoro, Petrushka).

Waitress
Waitress Dec 8 - Dec 13, 2026

Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county — and a satisfying encounter with someone new — show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness. Brought to life by a groundbreaking creative team, this hilarious hit Broadway musical features original music and lyrics by Grammy® Award winner Sara Bareilles ("Brave," "Love Song"), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam), original choreography by Lorin Latarro (Mrs. Doubtfire, Chess) and original direction by Tony Award® winner Diane Paulus (1776, Jagged Little Pill, Pippin).

Hamilton
Hamilton Dec 16 - Feb 7, 2027

The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation, seen by more than 28 million people around the world. HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip- hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards®, it has won Grammy® and Olivier Awards, and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Natural History
Natural History Jan 21 - Feb 7, 2027

The year is 2169. As wildfires rage across the West, environmental activists and partners-in-crime Jane and Clyde embark on a daring caper to steal a taxidermied bison from the American Museum of Natural History. Only problem? It’s already gone. This darkly comedic reckoning with American mythology explores the tensions between history and nostalgia, personal and public responsibility, and art and activism. Natural History is a eulogy from the future about loss, legacy, and what is worth saving when the past disappears and the record is up for grabs.

A Raisin In The Sun
A Raisin In The Sun Jan 23 - Feb 27, 2027
Shakespeare Theatre Company at Michael R. Klein Theatre

Love, struggle, and shelved dreams bind the Younger family under their single roof on the South Side of 1950s Chicago. When a life insurance check arrives after the death of their father, it sparks a chance to break free-but each family member sees a different future, and the choices they make test everything they believe about identity, pride, and possibility. As urgent now as when it first debuted in 1959, witness this powerful revival of Lorraine Hansberry's seminal work that The New York Times called "The play that changed American theatre forever."

Avaaz
Avaaz Jan 27 - Feb 14, 2027

In what The Washington Post calls "the role he was born to play," Michael Shayan explores his Iranian heritage and complicated family through the sparkle and luster of a dinner party by embodying the real star of the story - his mother, Roya. A dazzling hostess, Michael's Roya welcomes the audience into her home to celebrate Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. She prepares a feast for her guests in both the form of a meal and the tale of her life: she's a resilient and hilarious narrator, diving deep into the immigrant experience as a single mother of a queer son, a Jew in Iran, and a Persian in America, all while crafting an irresistible feast for her guests. It's the dinner party of the season - and one you won't want to miss.

Chinese Republicans
Chinese Republicans Jan 27 - Feb 21, 2027

Every month, a group of Chinese-American businesswomen meet for lunch to discuss strategy, success, and survival in the world of corporate finance. When Katie, the bright-eyed youngest member of their group, starts to question the personal cost of climbing the corporate ladder, the other women desperately try to steer her toward the choices they believe she should make. Fresh from its off-Broadway premiere, this "stiletto-sharp and barkingly funny" (New York Theatre Guide) story of ambition, identity, and power examines how to survive within systems that reward achievement while demanding assimilation.

Crime and Punishment
Crime and Punishment Jan 28 - Feb 21, 2027
Washington Stage Guild at Undercroft Theatre

This taut, award-winning adaptation of Dostoyevsky's literary masterpiece delves into the mind of troubled student Raskolnikov - emboldened to commit a horrible crime, believing himself superior and above the law. Campbell and Columbus force us to have a "conversation on the nature of evil" and the search for redemption - if it is even possible. Told by three actors in a thrilling 90 minutes, the audience becomes another character in this psychological and spiritual journey which seeks to unveil hidden dimensions of the human condition.

Hamlet
Hamlet Feb 2 - Apr 4, 2027

To be or not to be? Shakespeare’s most popular play returns to the playwright’s American home. Haunted by the sudden death of his father and feeling alienated in the royal court, Hamlet becomes the ultimate anti-hero, a tortured prince who is by turns cruel and kind. A poet, lover, philosopher, and madman, Hamlet remains a character full of contradiction and meaning for each generation. This great revenge tragedy revolves around the complexities of human experience and—after 400 years—it remains as urgent, radical, and profound as ever.

Oh, Mary!
Oh, Mary! Feb 9 - Feb 21, 2027

Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, Oh, Mary! is about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80- minute one-act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola).

The Affliction
The Affliction Feb 11 - Feb 28, 2027
Best Medicine Rep at Arts Barn

How far are you willing to go to improve your marriage? Diagnosed with a terrible affliction, Doris refuses medical care until her husband treats her better. It's a farcical sitcom directed by Stan Levin, starring Rebecca A. Herron.

A Beautiful Noise
A Beautiful Noise Mar 2 - Mar 7, 2027

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond's story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.

The Camp Silver Lake Jamboree Massacre
The Camp Silver Lake Jamboree Massacre Mar 5 - Mar 7, 2027

Blending horror and dark comedy, this world premiere play, written for the Round House Teen Performance Company, follows teenage survivors battling supernatural forces and the deeper truths that emerge in the wake of trauma. Using the slasher genre as its gateway, The Camp Silver Lake Jamboree Massacre offers a thrilling and theatrical exploration of teen identity.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Mar 12 - May 15, 2027

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee follows six awkward adolescents through their daunting and hilarious championship quest. As they navigate the tournament’s pressures, the eccentric coterie finds a new sense of belonging. Along the way, they learn that there is more to life than winning a trophy. This charming coming-of-age tale also invites four volunteers from the audience to participate in each performance, ensuring new and unexpected comedy every night.

American Girls
American Girls Mar 17 - Apr 11, 2027

In this world-premiere coming-of-age story, two friends grow up in the pivotal awakenings of girlhood, the cultural moments that shaped the Millennial generation, and political events that changed the world forever. As history pulls at the seams of their identities, they discover the meaning of chosen family and ask if a love born of innocence can survive everything that comes after.

7th Street Echo
7th Street Echo Mar 25 - Apr 18, 2027

Candela is determined to make music her life’s work and pick up where her father’s drumsticks left off. Her mother, however, has different plans for her future. As Candela studies by day and gigs by night in pursuit of her dream, family secrets are unearthed, loyalties are tested, and the young woman is pushed to forge her own identity against the backdrop of her family legacy.

Jitta's Atonement
Jitta's Atonement Apr 8 - May 2, 2027
Washington Stage Guild at Undercroft Theatre

A rarity from the pen of George Bernard Shaw, his very free adaptation of a juicy German potboiler. As a mea culpa for having an affair with his wife, Jitta's lover (her husband's colleague) asks that her husband take possession of his final book and publish it under his own name. At first reluctant, he eventually agrees to edit and publish the book, as he knows his anger over his wife's infidelity cannot last forever. A tragic tale transformed into a tragicomedy bursting with Shavian wit; it'll be hard to look away.

Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet Apr 13 - May 16, 2027
Shakespeare Theatre Company at Michael R. Klein Theatre

Passions burn hot in the city of Verona. Bad blood boils over as the Montagues and Capulets draw swords against each other in the streets, while young Romeo and Juliet tend the flame of their newfound love. When they join hands in marriage against the wishes of their families, will they discover a power strong enough to end the ancient feud? Not seen on our mainstage in over a decade, Shakespeare's timeless tale reemerges with a striking relevance.

Baby Shower Katie
Baby Shower Katie Apr 14 - May 9, 2027

The Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festival returns with the hilarious world premiere of Baby Shower Katie. Best friends Rebecca and Hannah are at a crossroads: Rebecca desperately wants a child, while Hannah can't imagine anything worse. Across four baby showers, thrown for three different women named Katie, Rebecca and Hannah are forced to confront their divergent dreams, the absurd expectations placed on mothers, and the terror and uncertainty that can surround pregnancy. Beth Hyland's irreverent new comedy asks what happens when the life we have been told to want no longer fits the person we are becoming. Part of the Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festival. Co-world premiere with Primary Stages, New York City.

The Who's Tommy
The Who's Tommy Apr 20 - Apr 25, 2027

In 1969, The Who created a rock opera that changed the course of music history. And now, it’s back in a dazzling all-new production that feels more relevant than ever. Myth and spectacle combine in this fresh reinvention that includes the unforgettable anthems “I’m Free,” “See Me, Feel Me,” “Sensation” and “Pinball Wizard.” After witnessing his father shoot his rival, the young Tommy Walker is lost in the universe, endlessly and obsessively staring into the mirror. An innate knack for pinball catapults him from reticent adolescent to celebrity savior. Tony Award-winning composer Pete Townshend and Tony Award-winning original director Des McAnuff find powerful resonance reexamining this classic story for today

Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys Apr 27 - May 9, 2027

The original Broadway sensation returns to the road! Celebrating 20 years-Jersey style! They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard... and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story--a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. The show features all their hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Oh What a Night,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Beggin’” and “Working My Way Back to You.” Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony Award®-winning, original Broadway sensation, JERSEY BOYS. From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true.

Gianni Schicchi
Gianni Schicchi May 7 - May 23, 2027
Best Medicine Rep at Writer's Center

When it's discovered that a wealthy man has left his money to the church, his family hires a local farmer to pretend to be the dead man and dictate a new will. But who, in the end, will inherit the estate?

The Bodyguard
The Bodyguard May 18 - May 23, 2027

Based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, THE BODYGUARD is a thrilling, romantic musical that combines high-stakes suspense with unforgettable music. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Both expect to be in charge of their situation-what they don’t expect is to fall in love. A “BRILLIANT” (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features a whole host of unforgettable classics including "Queen of the Night,” “So Emotional,” “I Will Always Love You,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” "Saving All My Love," and "One Moment in Time", alongside thrilling plot twists and emotional drama. THE BODYGUARD is an electrifying combination of romance, suspense and chart-topping music that will captivate audiences from start to finish.

Follies
Follies May 18 - Jun 20, 2027
Shakespeare Theatre Company at Sidney Harman Hall

A chorus of former showgirls reminisce and regret as they make one last visit to the theatre where it all began-when everything was possible and nothing made sense. Surrounded by the glamorous ghosts of their past selves, reality and memory blur in ways both dazzling and devastating in Stephen Sondheim's sumptuous masterpiece.

The White Chip
The White Chip Jun 2 - Jul 3, 2027

Steven, a prolific director and rising star in the American theatre, has built a life that looks enviable from the outside. But beneath it, he is struggling to balance professional success, family, and an addiction that is spinning out of control. When he can no longer disguise his alcoholism with charm, talent, and artistic productivity, he is forced to confront the wreckage it has caused and begin the long work of rebuilding. Inventive, funny, and unflinching, The White Chip is Sean Daniels' autobiographical play about what it means to rebuild a life after you have burned it down. For the first time, Daniels will also direct his "witty, fizzy" (New York Theatre Guide) hit play, bringing a new level of personal perspective to the story.

Becoming Eve
Becoming Eve Jun 2 - Jun 20, 2027

A jump through memory reveals Chava, the child of a dynastic Hasidic rabbinical family whose recently disclosed trans identity finds three rabbis fighting to save a family by building a bridge between orthodoxy and modernity, unraveling truths and secrets in a way that ensures no one will read the old stories the same way again. Emil Weinstein’s acclaimed play explores the relationship between theology and humanity, asking questions that honor the timelessness of old texts and the opportunity to forge new paths of understanding, identity, and community.

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical
Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical Jun 8 - Jun 20, 2027

How did a dead body, a fake love letter, and - of all people - Ian Fleming turn the tide of World War II? Olivier Award winner for Best New Musical and a 2025 Tony winner, Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical is the best-reviewed show in West End history with 88 five-star reviews and the #1 Broadway Show of 2025 (Entertainment Weekly). It’s 1943 and the Allies are on the ropes. Luckily, they’re about to gamble our futures on a stolen corpse. Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, it’s the fast-paced, hilarious true story of the secret mission that won WWII.

Just In Time
Just In Time Jul 20 - Aug 1, 2027

JUST IN TIME, the acclaimed "runway hit" (Variety) that is taking Broadway by storm, will make a splash in Washington, D.C. An “utterly electrifying” (Entertainment Weekly) new musical, JUST IN TIME brings to life the story of Bobby Darin, the legendary singer whose short but remarkable journey took him from teen idol to global sensation. Packed with his biggest hits, including “Beyond the Sea,” “Mack the Knife,” “Splish Splash,” and “Dream Lover,” JUST IN TIME is “a helluva good time at the theater” (Time Out) and a “wallop of joy” (NY Post).