Nielsen becomes a Twitter follower
The ratings company will begin to measure TV social interactivity.
Exit stage wrong
The eviction of WSC Avant Bard and Katori Hall’s departure from Arena Stage are alarming.
‘An Iliad’ beats the antiwar drum
Homeric saga becomes a vague and mopey appeal for nonviolence in adaptation at the Studio Theatre.
An ancient war story for our time
At Studio Theatre, the retelling of Homer’s “The Iliad” as a one-man play explores the power of rage.
Lessons for the ballet world
Captivating movements in “Anna Karenina” suggest what’s missing from many dance productions.
Three New Year’s Eve party options
Time’s running out if you’re going out to ring in the new year. We provide three types of celebrations.
‘Million Dollar Quartet’ hits all the right notes
Kennedy Center production brings a legendary recording session by early rock ‘n’ roll stars to life.
Theater & Dance Videos
‘The Conference of the Birds’ at Folger Theatre
Based on a poem by Farid Uddi Attar, “The Conference of the Birds” runs at Folger Theatre from Oct. 23 through Nov. 25.
‘One Night with Janis’ at Arena Stage
Mary Bridget Davies stars as the legendary singer in “One Night with Janis” at Arena Stage through November 4.
‘Red Hot Patriot’ at Arena Stage
Kathleen Turner channels the late Texas journalist Molly Ivins as she compares the social differences at her first few newspaper jobs. Then, Molly pokes fun at the unusual tendencies of Americans in a salute to our nation’s independence. Turner stars in “Red Hot Patriot” at Arena Stage. The show runs through October 28.
‘Addams Family’ at Kennedy Center
Douglas Sills and Sara Gettelfinger portray Gomez and Morticia in the musical “The Addams Family,” playing at the Kennedy Center Opera House from July 10-29. The music is composed by Andrew Lippa, best known for his 2000 breakout show, “The Wild Party.”
More Theater and Dance
Holiday Show Selector-o-Matic!
A D.C. theater goer is sure to be overwhelmed with the city’s holiday theatre performance options. This nifty quiz is your guide to finding the right theatrical entertainment for you.
Best theater moments of 2012
The year’s top 10 productions, trends and events in the full and hectic life of Washington theater.
The best of dance 2012
From contemporary dance to ballet, we highlight the year’s most memorable dance offerings.
Fall arts preview 2012
Fall into theaters, museums, concert halls and more with our critics’ recommendations for the best autumn arts events for 2012.
12 actors we love to watch
We laugh with them; we anguish with them; just their names put a knowing smile on our faces; they’re not the top 12 actors in Washington, but they’re a beloved 12.
Theaters rethink subscriptions
Evidence suggests that the subscriber model is chugging into a ditch, so performing-arts institutions are changing their approach.
The Dance of Life: Courses of Action
Restaurant kitchens are physical places, where grace is a key ingredient to successful service. Here’s a look at the cooks’ moves at CityZen.
The Shakespeare Theatre’s littlest stars will make you squeal
Frank Robinson Jr., whose pig Cordelia is part of “The Heir Apparent” cast, talks about his experience as a stage parent.
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