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5 Reasons to Enjoy Theatre Week 2024 in Washington, DC

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More than 30 productions offer $20, $40 and $60 tickets, Sept. 26 – Oct. 13

Did you know that Washington, DC has the second largest theatre community in the country?
 

Well, there’s no better time to explore the wonders of the stage than during Theatre Week, when #dctheatre joins together to offer $20, $40 and $60 tickets to over 30 productions at venues all over the District, Maryland and Virginia (DMV). You can also attend free events like the Kickoff Fest at Arena Stage, a bike ride with behind-the-scenes access, a powerhouse concert on the District Wharf and lots more. Make sure to mark the calendar: Theatre Week tickets go on sale Sept. 9 at theatreweek.org.
 

Book your hotel for Theatre Week today and read up on why this year's rendition is going to be a smash.

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Take in a DC-area premiere

Theatre Week features several productions being produced for the first time in the DC area. Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Salon, the Tony Award-nominated comedic gem by Jocelyn Bioh, premieres at Arena Stage. Primary Trust by Eboni Booth, which will premiere at Signature Theatre in Va., was the recipient of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize. Over at Rorschach Theatre, Sleeping Giant by Steve Yockey makes its DC debut.

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We all need a little laughter

Actors perform a lively scene on stage, with one actor being held up by others. The group is dressed in casual and formal attire, performing energetically under stage lights.

POTUS Among Us © WIT/DJ Corey Photography

There’s plenty of comedy on the docket for Theatre Week. Washington Improv Theater will present POTUS Among Us, an interactive presidential election satire. GALA Hispanic Theatre has Las 22+ Bodas de Hugo (The 22+ Weddings of Hugo) by artistic director Gustavo Ott, a hilarious romp. And of course, the classic board game Clue comes to life at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 

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Roles they were born to play

A woman sings passionately into a vintage microphone, wearing a white flower in her hair and earrings, with a backdrop of blurred purple lights.

Roz White © Chris Banks

Performers will light up stages across the region in roles they were destined to play. In an immersive nightclub experience, DC legend Roz White plays Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill (presented by Mosaic Theater Company). School of Rock alumni lookalikes Alex Brightman (Broadway) and David Flynn (West End) come together for Comedy of Errors at Shakespeare Theatre Company's Klein Theatre. 

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Meet 45+ theatres in one day

People participating in a lively dance class.

At Theatre Week’s free Kickoff Fest on Saturday, Sept. 28 at Arena Stage, you will have the chance to meet and greet with representatives from more than 45 DC-area theatres. The event will feature interactive workshops, pop-up performances, panel conversations, ticket giveaways and activities for fans of all ages. Register for free beginning Sept. 9. 

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Celebrate theatre by foot, bike or bus

Group of cyclists listening to a guide during a bike tour.

Get a little behind-the-scenes access and info about #dctheatre – as well as some exercise – on a free bike ride tour to area theatres. You can also venture on a walking tour of downtown DC’s historic theatres (in partnership with WalkingTown DC/Events DC). If a bus tour is more your speed, join Smithsonian Associates for a full day of stops at local venues. More information and registration will be available Sept. 9 at theatreweek.org.

 

Discover more about DC's spectacular theater scene and check out some of the most exciting productions in DC this fall.

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