Tony-Winning Some Like It Hot Brings Prohibition-Era Razzle Dazzle to National Theatre

Get ready to tap your toes and laugh out loud as the Tony Award-winning musical "Some Like It Hot" brings its high-energy spectacle to The National Theatre (1321 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW) from November 25 through December 7. This irresistible song-and-dance extravaganza promises to deliver everything DC theatergoers love about musical theater.

Some Like It Hot at The National Theatre in DC

"Some Like It Hot" arrives in Washington with an impressive collection of accolades. The production swept the theater world, winning four Tony Awards including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, along with the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. The show also earned the coveted Best Musical award from the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle—winning more theater awards than any other show in its season.

Set against the backdrop of 1920s Chicago during Prohibition, when the city was thirsty for excitement and danger lurked around every corner, "Some Like It Hot" follows two musicians whose lives take an unexpected turn after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters in hot pursuit, the duo must flee the Windy City, catching a cross-country train that becomes the adventure of a lifetime.

What begins as a desperate escape transforms into a life-changing journey filled with laughter, romance, and self-discovery. The musical expertly balances comedy with genuine emotion, creating what critics have praised as an "irresistible combination of heart and laughs, song and dance."

The New York Times has hailed the production as "A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!" while the Associated Press describes it as "glorious, big, high-kicking." Deadline perfectly captures the show's essence, calling it "a tap-dancing, razzle-dazzling embrace of everything you love about musical theater."

This enthusiastic critical reception reflects the show's ability to honor classic musical theater traditions while bringing fresh energy and contemporary sensibilities to the stage. The award-winning choreography and costumes create a visual feast that transports audiences to the glamorous and dangerous world of Prohibition-era America.

"Some Like It Hot" represents a perfect opportunity for DC theater lovers to experience one of Broadway's most celebrated recent successes. The National Theatre, located in the heart of downtown DC, provides an intimate venue for this big, bold musical that promises to leave audiences entertained and energized.

With its winning combination of comedy, music, dance, and heart, "Some Like It Hot" offers an evening of pure theatrical joy. Whether you're a longtime musical theater fan or looking for an entertaining night out, this Tony Award-winning production delivers the kind of show-stopping entertainment that makes live theater so special.

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