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Thursday, October 25, 2012

'Into the Woods' Brittany Martz, Jacob Lash, Kate Merryman, and Miranda Carver at George Mason University by Joel Markowitz

Journey into the woods as we meet four cast members – Brittany Martz, Kate Merryman, Jacob Lash, and Miranda Carver - of George Mason University’s production of Into the Woods…

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Meet Kyle Imperatore (Baker) and Cara Pellegrino (Baker's Wife) of George Mason University's 'Into the Woods' by Joel Markowitz

Meet The Baker and The Baker’s Wife in George Mason University’s production of Into the Woods.  My name is Kyle Imperatire. I am 19 years old and I grew up in the town o…

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Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Let's Rally Behind Spooky Action Theater! by Joel Markowitz

Today I received an email from Julie Jacobson who informed me and the theatre community that ‘neighborhood opposition’ could lose Spooky Action Theater their home in the…

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Doing the Timewarp: Meet the Cast of Washington Savoyards' 'The Rocky Horror Show': Part Three: Aaren Keith by Joel Markowitz

Here’s Part Three of meeting the cast of The Washington Savoyard’s The Rocky Horror Shows. Today: meet Aaren Keith. I am Aaren Keith. I recently graduated and made the move to DC…

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'Going Into the Woods': Part Two: Musical Director Dennis M. Layendecker by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Dr. Dennis M. Layendecker, director of the School of Music and University Heritage Chair of Music, will conduct the Mason Symphony Orchestra for George Mason University’s D…

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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Shakespeare Theatre Company Files Injunction to Stay in Lansburgh Theatre " Please Sign the Petition! by Joel Markowitz

Here is the latest news from Shakespeare Theatre Company regarding its attempts to continue to occupy The Lansburgh Theatre:  “The Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) filed a lawsuit …

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An interview with Kristofer and Rolando Sanz on Young Artists of America's Upcoming Season by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Young Artists of America, which was founded just over a year ago by Artistic Director Rolando Sanz, Music Director Kristofer Sanz, and Executive Director Jane Coyne, provides opportunities f…

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Monday, October 22, 2012

Parker Esse on Directing and Choreographing Catholic University's 'Finian's Rainbow' by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Choreographer Parker Esse who was the recipient of a Helen Hayes Award for his high-kickin’, foot-stompin’, hand-clappin’ choreography for Arena Stage’s Oklahoma!,…

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Saturday, October 20, 2012

Doing the Time Warp: Meet the Cast of Washington Savoyards' "The Rocky Horror Show": Part 2: John Loughney by Joel Markowitz

In Part Two of a series of interviews with the cast of Washington Savoyards'The Rocky Horror Show - we meet John Loughney, who is playing Riff Raff. Joel: Why did you want to …

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Friday, October 19, 2012

'Going Into the Woods' at George Mason University: Part One: Director Ken Elston by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Director Ken Elston talks about his vision and introduces us to the cast and designers of George Mason University’s Department of Theater and School of Music‘s collaborativ…

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Thursday, October 18, 2012

Mary Bridget Davis on playing Janis Joplin in 'One Night With Janis Joplin' at Arena Stage by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

I could not believe what I was seeing and hearing when I attended One Night with Janis Joplin last week at Arena Stage. Mary Bridget Davis gives one of the most amazing performances I had…

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Doing the Timewarp: Meet the Cast of Washington Savoyards' "The Rocky Horror Show": Part 1: Autumn Seavy by Joel Markowitz

In Part One of a series of interviews with the cast of Washington Savoyaards’ The Rocky Horror Show - we meet Autumn Seavey, who is playing Magenta. My name is Autumn Seavey, …

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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Meet the Young Cast Members of Olney Theatre Center's 'Over the Tavern' " Part Four: Connor Aikin by Joel Markowitz

Joel: This is the final interview in our series “Meet the Young Cast Members of Olney Theatre Center’s Over the Tavern.” We end today with the eldest son. Connor: I̵…

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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

'Legally Blonde: the Musical' at Reston Community Players by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

This is the year of the blonde in pink! Dozens of schools, community theatres, and a dinner theatre in the DC Metro area have opted to try their hand at producing the popular Broadway musica…

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Thursday, October 11, 2012

Producer Larry Kaye on the Broadway-bound 'The Velocity of Autumn,' & Molly Smith's Broadway Directorial Debut by Joel Markowitz

It was announced today that Academy Award winner Estelle Parsons and Two-time Tony Award winner Stephen Spinells will be starring in Eric Coble’s new play The Velocity of Autumn and Ar…

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Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Meet the Young Cast Members of Olney Theatre Center's 'Over the Tavern' " Part Three: Christopher Cox by Joel Markowitz

In Part 3 of 4 interviews with the young cast of Olney Theatre Center’s Over the Tavern - Christopher Cox talks about playing Georgie. I am Christopher Cox, and I am 15 years old…

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Saturday, October 6, 2012

'Patti LuPone: Matters of the Heart' at The Music Center at Strathmore by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

When you think you know someone, all of a sudden you are introduced to another side of that person you didn’t know about – and you are thrilled! That’s what happened last n…

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Thursday, October 4, 2012

Meet the Young Cast of Olney Theatre Center's 'Over the Tavern'-Part Two: Corrieanne Stein by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

This is the second of four interviews with the young cast members of Olney Theatre Center’s Over the Tavern. Today, Corrieanne Stein tells us about playing the young sister in th…

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Monday, October 1, 2012

The 2012 Barrymore Awards Announced by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

With the Theatre Alliance of Greater Philadelphia dissolving this year, this year’s Barrymore Awards may be the final year for Philadelphia’s awards that honor excellence in t…

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Friday, September 28, 2012

'Meet the Young Cast of Olney Theatre Center's 'Over The Tavern': Part One: Noah Chiet by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

In Part One of four interviews with the young cast members of Olney Theatre Center’s production of Over the Tavern. Noah Chiet talks about playing Rudy Pazinski - his first le…

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

Bobby Smith on 'Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris' at MetroStage by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

In Part Four of interviews with the cast of MetroStage's Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris, Bobby Smith talks about performing in MetroStage's production. Joel: Why di…

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Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Director Jason Loewith on 'Time Stands Still' at Everyman Theatre by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Jason Loewith is directing the critically acclaimed production of Time Stands Still at Everyman Theatre. Jason talks about his vision for the production, and how his cast and design te…

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Monday, September 24, 2012

Bayla Whitten on 'Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris' by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

In Part Three of interviews with the cast of MetroStage’s Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris, Bayla Whitten talks about performing in MetroStage’s production. …

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Sam Ludwig on 'Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris' at MetroStage by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Here is an interview with Sam Ludwig in Part Two of interviews with the cast of MetroStage's Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris.  Joel: Why did you want to be part of t…

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Sunday, September 23, 2012

Free Concert as Composer Paul Scott Goodman Is Honored Tomorrow Night at Lincoln Center by Joel Markowitz

If you are in NYC, make time tomorrow night at 6 PM to attend a concert honoring the work of Paul Scott Goodman (ROOMS: A Rock Romance; Bright Lights, Big City; Metropolitan Music; and Hi…

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Natascia Diaz on 'Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris' at MetroStage by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Here is Part One of interviews with the cast of MetroStage’s Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris. To begin our series, here is the chanteuse magnifique – Natasc…

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Friday, September 21, 2012

'SHAPE' at force/collison by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

In its World Premiere, Erik Ehn’s SHAPE is given a powerful, heartbreaking, funny, moving, invigorating, emotional, and visually gorgeous production by force/collison. With a powerh…

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Thursday, September 20, 2012

The National Theatre Has New Management by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

It’s my favorite place to see a musical. And my favorite seat is in the middle of the first row of the Mezzanine. There’s so much history flashing by me every time I sit in The N…

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Friday, September 14, 2012

Theatre Benefactor and Supporter Dr. Jaylee Mead Dies by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

It’s a sad day for DC area theatre with the tragic news that Dr. Jaylee Mead died today of heart failure. Known for her big heart and love for the arts – Jaylee was everywhere. A…

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Thursday, September 13, 2012

Karma Camp on 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' and Her Friend Marvin Hamlisch by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Karma Camp has choreographed so many shows at Signature Theatre that I have lost count. Each show she has worked on is filled with high-energy, elegance, and fun choreography. And in The …

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Wednesday, September 12, 2012

35th Annual Kennedy Center Honorees Announced Today by Joel Markowitz by Joel Markowitz

Buddy Guy, Dustin Hoffman, David Letterman, Ntalia Makarova, and Led Zeppelin to receive the 35th annual Kennedy Center Honors. What a wonderful group they selected this year! The John F. Ke…

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Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off