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dctheaterarts. org > 06/02/2026 > the-view-upstairs-is-emotionally-powerful-at-iron-crow-theatre

The View Up Stairs" is emotionally powerful at Iron Crow Theatre

8+ hour, 55+ min ago  (245+ words) Based on a tragic fire in a gay bar, the vibrant musical is often surprisingly joyous. None of this is to disparage Schuman's performance. With a supple light tenor voice, he handles the vocal requirements of his role capably. One…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 06/02/2026 > calendar-play-readings-and-workshops-in-the-dmv-2

Calendar: Play Readings, Workshops, and Short-Run Theater Events in the DMV

10+ hour, 31+ min ago  (522+ words) Play readings and workshops offer a chance to see exciting new work at various stages of development. Want to see the next big thing while it's still being crafted? Get in on the ground level and see the creative process…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 06/02/2026 > in-a-fine-madness-justin-weaks-hosts-a-happening-about-hope-and-healing

In "A Fine Madness," Justin Weaks hosts a happening about hope and healing

12+ hour, 19+ min ago  (399+ words) Coursing through the unconventional participatory theater experience is a brilliantly original theme having to do with every body in the room. The venue for this debut was the unassuming Rehearsal Room at Woolly (where Weaks is a company member). The…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 06/02/2026 > laurel-mill-playhouse-delivers-a-deliciously-dark-dracula

Laurel Mill Playhouse delivers a deliciously dark "Dracula

14+ hour, 37+ min ago  (541+ words) The production is full of gothic sensibilities, impassioned speeches, intense expressions, prosthetic teeth, and a gratifying bit of gore." It's not so sexy that you can't take the kids " have you seen what's on television lately? It is, however, sexier…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 06/01/2026 > 2nd-star-productions-shrek-the-musical-is-giving-big-laughs-and-pure-joy

2nd Star Productions' "Shrek the Musical" is giving big laughs and pure joy

2+ day, 3+ min ago  (169+ words) This wonderfully fun theatrical experience encourages everyone to let their freak flag fly. Ultimately, nothing could derail the pure joy of this production. We, the audience, laughed, cheered, and sometimes even sang along. With a remarkably talented cast, a stellar…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 05/31/2026 > chris-dangelo-from-local-community-theater-to-the-jeopardy-stage

Chris D'Angelo: From local community theater to the "Jeopardy!' stage

2+ day, 15+ hour ago  (332+ words) Meet the DC-area actor and director who is the current champion on the long-running TV game show. "So I'm standing in an Episcopalian church, and I start swearing, "Oh my God!' and had to step out and call [the producer]…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 05/31/2026 > at-these-dc-bars-theater-kids-rule-the-day-for-a-few-hours-at-least

At these DC bars, theater kids rule the day (for a few hours, at least)

2+ day, 17+ hour ago  (386+ words) The enduring spirit of musical theater lives on in local showtune nights. At least it hasn't for Zack Ford, the Wednesday evening pianist at Sid Gold's Request Room, a Union Market piano bar that carves out one night each week…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 05/31/2026 > a-fine-production-elevates-the-music-man-on-tour-at-capital-one-hall

A fine production elevates "The Music Man" on tour at Capital One Hall

2+ day, 23+ hour ago  (1341+ words) Zoe Winsky is a writer, editor, and communications professional based in the Washington, DC, area, with a BA in English. Her experience spans the full range of writing styles, from literary prose to technical corporate content, culminating in a unique…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 05/30/2026 > cabaret-triumphantly-opens-60th-season-at-annapolis-summer-garden-theatre

Cabaret" triumphantly opens 60th season at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre

3+ day, 13+ hour ago  (114+ words) Come hear the music play" under the stars for a brilliant presentation of this riveting play performed by a talented cast. Running Time: Two hours and 30 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission. Cabaret plays through July 20, 2026, at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre,…...

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dctheaterarts. org > 05/29/2026 > we-happy-fews-the-mannequin-is-fast-feminist-and-fun

We Happy Few's "The Mannequin' is fast, feminist, and fun

5+ day, 12+ min ago  (360+ words) No one can satirize an egotistical man better than a woman. But in partnership with Expand the Canon, a New York'based nonprofit that "uncovers and uplifts classic plays by women and underrepresented genders," local theater troupe We Happy Few reveals…...