TheatreWashington

06/08/2026

We're hiring an Events Producer for Theatre Week!

Starting now and running through the fall, the Events Producer will help create, plan, and execute core Theatre Week events, including the launch party, concerts at the Wharf and airports, walking tour, and a new event!

More details below!

The Events Producer will work with the Theatre Washington team to conceptualize and execute several key Theatre Week events.

05/26/2026

As we move toward DC’s upcoming primary and special elections on June 16, we want to encourage everyone in our community to stay engaged with the local conversations shaping arts and culture policy and funding in the District.

Here are two ways to engage:

Read our mayoral candidate survey responses on arts and culture priorities. This survey, led by Theatre Washington’s Advocacy Committee, provides some detail about the candidates and their perspectives: https://theatrewashington.org/updates/washington-dc-mayoral-candidates-arts-culture-survey-responses

Attend upcoming candidate forums hosted by Studio Theatre:

Wednesday, May 27, 1pm: Kenyan McDuffie - Register: https://studiotheatre.typeform.com/to/foUgyZFv

Monday, June 1, 2:30pm: Janeese Lewis George - Register: https://studiotheatre.typeform.com/to/GAp2WW5v

Current candidates in the 2026 DC mayoral race respond to questions about arts funding, cultural policy, and the role of the arts in the District.

05/19/2026

Thanks for being with us at the Helen Hayes Awards last night, WTOP News!

Washington-area theater stars took center stage at the 42nd Helen Hayes Awards at The Anthem, celebrating standout performances and milestone wins across D.C.’s vibrant arts community.

04/19/2026

Who is Helen Hayes – the woman who lent her name to ’s annual awards?

The “First Lady of American Theatre,” Hayes was an immensely talented performer, advocate, and philanthropist. She was born in Washington, DC, made her stage debut here, went on to conquer Hollywood and Broadway, and always returned home to the city that she loved.

See you on Monday, May 18 at the 2026 !

04/15/2026

Meet our 2026 Mentor Program Cohort! Over the coming months, 40 artists and administrators – 20 mentees and 20 mentors – will work together to strengthen their own professional pursuits and our greater community. The cohort represents a diverse array of artistic disciplines, spanning all ages and career stages, and is a reflection of our vibrant DC-area theatre industry.

Read their full profiles: https://theatrewashington.org/2026-mentor-program-cohort

04/15/2026

⭐️Are you ready ?⭐️

See you at the 42nd on Monday, May 18. We can't wait to celebrate!

50+ theatres
75+ shows
165+ nominees
1,800+ guests
ONE GREAT NIGHT

03/04/2026

On February 23, we celebrated playwright, director, and actor Psalmayene 24 and philanthropist Share Fund, led by Julie Jacobson and Pamela Nash, recipients of this year’s Victor Shargai Leadership Award.

Paired with the 2026 Helen Hayes Award nominations, it was a beautiful event to uplift excellence and creative leadership and to reflect on the strength of our community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and who continues to make shine. ⭐️

📸: Kevin Parisi Photography

02/27/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out for our event on Monday and congratulations to all of this year's nominees! We can't wait to celebrate with you in May!



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