Photo Flash: Ford's Theatre Presents NECESSARY SACRIFICES
by BWW News Desk

(Jan. 27 6:43 PM) - The Ford's Theatre Society's world premiere of NECESSARY SACRIFICES has been extended through February 18, 2012. Check out photos from the world premiere below!

Woolly to Host Launch of Black Women Playwrights' Group Cyber Narrative
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(Jan. 27 2:24 PM) - Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is set to host the launch of the Cyber Narrative Project—an innovative collaboration between Black Women Playwrights’ Group (BWPG) and the Carnegie Mellon Entertainment Technology Center-Global (ETC-Global).

Robin de Jesus and Javier Muñoz to Lead STC's TWO GENTLEMAN OF VERONA Concert
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(Jan. 27 5:00 AM) - As part of the 25th Anniversary, Shakespeare Theatre Company celebrates Shakespeare through song and verse. A musical interpretation of the Bard’s work will be performed in concert-style staging as additions to the regular season. The limited engagement will be presented with live music and featuring, Tony nominee Robin de Jesus and Javier Muñoz, according to de Jesus' Facebook page. The concert plays January 27th-29th at Sidney Harman Hall. Click here for tickets.

STC Presents Two Gentlemen of Verona (a rock opera)
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(Jan. 27 5:00 AM) - The Shakespeare Theatre Company continues celebrating its 25th Anniversary Season with the second installment of the Bard’s Broadway series with the Tony Award winning musical Two Gentlemen of Verona (a rock opera) performing January 27-29, 2012 at Sidney Harman Hall (610 F Street NW). Galt MacDermot, John Guare and Mel Shapiro come together to create the music, lyrics and book that add a spicy, funky twist to Shakespeare’s work of the same name.

MAN OF LA MANCHA Opens at McLean Community Center, 1/27
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(Jan. 27 5:00 AM) - The McLean Community Players present this five-time Tony Award-winning show at the Alden Theatre, opening January 27th.

No Rules Theater Co Presents PETER PAN: THE BOY WHO HATED MOTHERS
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(Jan. 26 9:24 AM) - No Rules Theatre Company (NRTC) will present Peter Pan: The Boy Who Hated Mothers adapted and directed by Michael Lluberes, at The H Street Playhouse, 1365 H Street NE, Washington, DC.

Josephine Tonight Opens at MetroStage 1/26-3/18
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(Jan. 26 5:00 AM) - Carolyn Griffin has announced that MetroStage will be presenting the premiere of a new musical, Josephine Tonight, with book and lyrics by Sherman Yellen, and music by Wally Harper, Jan. 26-Mar. 18, 2012.

The 39 STEPS to Play at Swift Creek Mill Theatre, 1/26
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(Jan. 26 5:00 AM) - The 39 STEPS will open this week at the Swift Creek Mill Theatre. The production, directed by Tom Width, runs from January 26th through March 3rd.

Craig Wallace Joins Ford's Theatre's NECESSARY SACRIFICES; Performances Resume 1/26
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(Jan. 26 4:45 AM) - The Ford’s Theatre Society announced that Craig Wallace will take on the role of Frederick Douglass in the world premiere of Necessary Sacrifices by Richard Hellesen.

Signature Theatre to Offer 20 Seats for $20 For Really Really
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(Jan. 25 4:43 PM) - Signature Theatre is offering a special “20 for $20” ticket special to see the world premiere of the Generation Me tragic comedy Really Really by Paul Downs Colaizzo.

WHODUNNIT FOR HIRE Announces Upcoming Murder Mystery Dinners
by BWW News Desk

(Jan. 25 3:01 PM) - WHODUNNIT FOR HIRE has announced four upcoming murder mystery dinners at various locations throughout Maryland.

MAN OF LA MANCHA Opens at McLean Community Center, 1/27
by BWW News Desk

(Jan. 25 2:59 PM) - The McLean Community Players present this five-time Tony Award-winning show at the Alden Theatre, opening January 27th.

Josephine Tonight Opens at MetroStage 1/26-3/18
by BWW News Desk

(Jan. 24 12:14 PM) - Carolyn Griffin has announced that MetroStage will be presenting the premiere of a new musical, Josephine Tonight, with book and lyrics by Sherman Yellen, and music by Wally Harper, Jan. 26-Mar. 18, 2012.

Rick Foucheux, Nancy Robinette, et al. to Lead Arena Stage's AH, WILDERNESS!
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(Jan. 23 7:09 PM) - Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces casting for Eugene O’Neill’s singular comedy Ah, Wilderness! Helen Hayes Award winner and former Arena Stage Associate Artistic Director Kyle Donnelly returns to direct her 21st show at Arena Stage. Ah, Wilderness! runs March 9-April 8, 2012 in the Fichandler Stage as part of the two-month Eugene O’Neill Festival.

Kennedy Center Selects 1st Stage & Messmer Catholic Schools For Ed Program
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(Jan. 23 12:54 PM) - In April 2012, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will host the 13th Partners in Education Institute, a four-day intensive designed for arts organizations and school districts interested in partnering together to initiate or expand professional development programs for teachers.

Kevin Stephen McAliister & Ashleigh King Lead theatreWashington's Showtunes Singalong and Cocktails at The Quill Bar, 1/23
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(Jan. 23 5:00 AM) - To kick off 2012, theatreWashington is proud to present their often-spirited and ever-enjoyable monthly singalong at The Jefferson's Quill Bar on Monday, January 23 from 7-10 pm. No cover charge or RSVP is needed or required for the event.

SHOWTUNES & COCKTAILS Returns to The Jefferson, 1/23-3/12
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(Jan. 23 2:00 AM) - After a blockbuster year of big crowds and big voices, Show Tunes & Cocktails at The Jefferson begins its second year as DC's only monthly sing-a-long of theatre tunes on Monday, January 23.

Philadelphia Theatre Hosts Writers In Conjunction With SCOTTSBORO BOYS
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(Jan. 22 5:00 AM) - Philadelphia Theatre Company will host several special events featuring expert writers, historians, playwrights, judges and members of the media in connection with its production of the hit Broadway musical The Scottsboro Boys, running January 20-February 19 at PTC’s home at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets)