Upcoming Theater & Performing Arts

Broadway-bound productions, cutting-edge performances & more coming to Washington, DC

Must-See Fall Plays, Musicals & More
Now - December 20, 2019 • Times Vary
A new season of acclaimed theater, including Broadway musicals and cutting-edge dramas, comes to DC.
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Format: 10/13/2019
Format: 10/13/2019
Happening Today All Today's Events
Now - October 27, 2019 • 2:00 PM, 7:30 PM Fences
Now - December 1, 2019 • Times Vary Lucid Motion​ by Rhizomatiks
Now - October 13, 2019 • Times vary. '1 Henry IV'
Can't Miss Weekend Events All Weekend Events
Now - January 5, 2020 • From: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM 'Manifesto: Art X Agency'
Now - September 20, 2020 • Times Vary New York Avenue Sculpture Project: Betsabeé Romero
Now - October 9, 2021 • Times Vary Dupont Circle & Embassy Row Architecture Tour
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Whether you’re seeing a cutting-edge drama or the world premiere of a joyous musical that's Broadway-bound, DC’s theater and performing arts scene is sure to leave you breathless. 

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