Theatre Washington Releases First Economic Impact Report
The new report set out to measure the scale and reach of the Washington, D.C. region’s theatre industry.
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Theatre Washington Announces Theatre Week 2025
Theatres in the Washington, D.C. region will celebrate the launch of the theatre season with discounted tickets to over 20 productions and free community events, from Sept. 18 to Oct. 5.
Queer Theatre Festivals and Celebrations for Pride Month
A roundup of queer theatre festivals across the country this June.
Drama Desks, McKnight Fellows, Helen Hayes, and More
A roundup of prizes, fellowships, and other recognitions from late May and early June.
Study Finds COVID Concerns Still Deterring D.C. Audiences
Many theatregoers in the region say they’d be more likely to attend if masks were required.
Facing Our Failure: The Power of Acknowledging Racism Within the American Theatre
Some Washington, D.C., theatre leaders gathered last month to discuss their anti-racism work, both individually and collectively.
D.C.-Area Theatres Announce Vaccination Requirements
Both theatre workers and audiences will be required to show proof of vaccination, and audiences must wear masks inside.
Amid the Struggle, Relief
One year into the pandemic, artists and leadership find ways to collaborate—and clash—on the best ways to support their communities.
New Study: White Men Still Dominate D.C. Stages
A count of 210 D.C. theatre productions showed that, despite modest gains, playwrights and directors remain mostly homogeneous.
Shakespeare Theatre Company Leads 2016 Helen Hayes Award Winners
Constellation Theatre Company and the Welders were also among honorees at the 2015 ceremony.
