I came to see Pippin at this theater and cannot begin to express how impressed I was with the…read moretalent here. From singing to costuming to choreography, each performer gave everything to the audience. Since this is a theater in the round in a very intimate setting, I had my concerns that I would be in a section in which the performers had their backs to me. Quickly I realized that the seasoned cast is skilled at playing to each side and the staging wouldn't inhibit anyone's view. I purchased tickets with a partial view ( Row 4), and felt that my view from there was better than many Broadway shows I've attended. I did not find them to inhibit the show in any way, and the leg room was spacious. I really enjoy watching the support cast (chorus) and in this show particularly their roles were important to every element and integrated into the foreground. This is something you often don't see in traditional shows where the leads are foreground and the chorus is just left to be background noise. Great job by all. The theater is located near some eateries and an ice cream shop, but take advantage of this before the show. I felt every single person headed right to the ice cream shop after the show, and some of the eateries closed just as we exited at 9:00pm on a Sunday.

Now that the Signature Theatre is on my radar screen, I am happy to report that my 2nd visit - to…read moresee Pippin - reflects a live theater experience that is fantastic. I have already rated the theater facility/building as great so I won't go into much more detail about that. Although here goes - the building's entry is grand, the lobby is welcoming and exciting and the ushers/staff are friendly and first rate. The performance of Pippin that I saw was likewise first rate. Signature Theatre has taken a show I have seen multiple times in the past, and freshened it up. A lot! Presented in the round - which I normally do not like - it presents like live-action happening right in front of your eyes for the 1st time. And the theater is small enough that I felt immersed in the action! Indeed, several times, players would come right up into the seats and interact with me and other audience members. It really made the show seem like a story being presented for first time, spontaneously, right in front of me. And, the performances were so fresh, so intense that I felt that each and every emotion/action was directed only to me. Very nicely staged! The quality of talent in this show is also noticeable. Particular kudos to the man who portrayed Pippin. The ensemble too was Broadway caliber. The dancing in particular was exhilarating! I felt every kick and twist. Fosse lives in this production! This show is old, however, having been first conceived in the early 1970's. But there was very little that was tired or old or vintage. It was fresh and cutting edge. The Signature production was unlike any of the other presentations of Pippin I have seen. The actors' entrances came in from the audience entrances - all 4 corners of the theater - and it was enthralling. The close proximity made every actor seem like they were talking/singing just to me. It was the kind of show that you really need to see more than once because there is so much going on all at once. Bravo to the Signature Theatre once again!

Woolly mammoth better not ever go extinct because this theatre is truly one of a kind. I've been to…read moreseveral plays (some through Yelp and some on my own) and I have really enjoyed or at the very least, learned a lot, through every single one I've been to. The range of shows that they host is incredible and I always appreciate that they have out of the box plays. For example I saw GUAC a play performed by the father of a Joaquin, a Parkland shooting victim. It was an emotional, powerful, and beautiful tribute to his son. I also saw Dead Inside a comedic play about Riki Lindhome's fertility journey. I also really enjoy the set up of the theater, they always decorate the hallway and cafe section based on the play they are hosting which helps continue the atmosphere and dialogue of the shows outside of the walls of the theatre. Overall, I really enjoy Woolly Mammoth and I cannot wait to go back!

It was my first time going to Woolly Mammoth Theatre to see the Great Privatization with a friend…read morethat got tickets. It was a great time! The space is intimate and ambitious. As soon as you walk in, the lobby is striking with its soaring ceilings, transparent walls, and buzz of students, artists, and 'creative types' mingling. The programming has a reputation for championing bold and provocative work that is social- justice minded and pushes boundaries. The production, acting and staging, as well as the technical aspects are very high quality.

I thought it was a great theatre and nice staff. We saw a play Sunday afternoon with a packed…read morehouse. It was a great dhow with great acting in it.

Legit live theater in an unexpected part of DC…read more If you've been around the last 20+ years, you would notice dinner theaters and old school acting abilities have died off to no talent sitcoms and overpriced cheap entertainment. Well Studio Theatre is a local spot with lots of talent and great shows. We saw Paradise Blue and it was amazing. Beyond that, this place just works. Plenty of parking. Decent place of DC. Clean bathrooms. Decent snacks and drinks. If you are a fan of live acting that is in our face, this is a great spot for dates and night outs with friends. Overall a great live theatre option.

Out in the boonies. Ugly venue bereft of any nearby eateries. Nothing wrong with community theater,…read morebut this feels like community theater.

I love coming out here to this theater. All be it this is only my second production that I have…read morebeen to, I was still just as pleased as I was with the first. This location provides plenty of free parking which is always a huge plus for me. The theater is located in the back of this huge complex which houses a community center, a middle school(for sure) and possibly an elementary school and high school. The place is ginormous lol. The theater is a nice intimate size. The sets that I have seen are minimal but provide all the back drop that is needed. The cast is always spot on and very entertaining. They always put a twist on whatever they do. I look forward to the next show!!

I saw a play called In The Next Room here today. The play itself was pretty great! There were a…read morefew flubbed lines and missteps, but the recovery was spectacular in all cases. The venue left a little to be desired. This is a very small Playhouse in an old church that desperately needs renovation. I would say that it seats probably 40 or so, which made for a rather intimate experience. Still, despite the chill in the air and the boarded up windows, I was transported. I was very impressed by the production that was put on using what must've been bare-bones and shoestring type budget. I cannot recommend this place enough! The more support that this troupe receives, the better it is going to get. The set designer did a terrific job and I appreciated the transitions between acts. By all means, drop several hundred dollars to go see a show at the Kennedy Center. I know that I do. I also like to drop $20 or so to spend a few hours enjoying local artists honing their craft. I can't wait to see what comes from this small playhouse next! I hope that you'll take the time to check it out.

My friend and I went last night and saw "Shining City". We could not have been more impressed…read more From beginning to end this thought provoking performance was a believable slice of everyday challenges. The play was perfectly selected for the delightfully intimate venue. The small cast was totally engaging and quite professional. We are definitely looking forward to their next production. A special shout out to the actor that played "John"......Tom Flatt ~ He really delivered. Limited parking but ample street parking. Water/soft drinks and snacks for sale.

Incredibly, I never ended up reviewing Arlington Drafthouse. I used to go there all the time when…read moreI lived in Arlington from 2014-2017. A lot of good memories here. Last time I was here was in March 2023. Representing February in this series, I went back to February 2016 without a Yelp review. I saw my old credit card bill had charges on Feb '16. When I lived in Arlington at this time, I paid for a year movie pass, & sometimes I would eat at Arlington Cinema & sometimes eat beforehand. Sadly, they were having financial problems in the later part of 2010's with 2nd run movie model as people were either watching movies new in the theater or waiting to stream. At some point, Drafthouse sent an email saying they weren't doing the movies anymore & just shows, special events, & the occasional themed movie night like a classic Christmas Story (at Christmastime) or whatever. I went for a couple of comedy shows & special events, but the vast majority of the times was for movies. Service was a bit of hit or miss. Sometimes the food took a while to get served, but the food was usually good. I got a variety of items over the years like the burger, sandwiches, wraps, wings, pizza, etc. Nothing was top notch, but nothing was bad either. It was on average pretty good. Servers were sometimes friendly, but not always. They are called Drafthouse because they serve Beer & alcohol, & I remember I put a few down back in the day! But in all honesty, I'm not sure I ever had more than one in a sitting; otherwise, I'd be drunk, broke, & even more broke needing to Uber home & Uber back to my car the next morning. So, I'd never do such a thing. There was one time when I lived on Columbia Pike in Arlington near the Fairfax County (Bailey's Crossroads) border, my car was in repair, & I was determined to see a movie that I want to say a Monday night & wanted to use my annual movie pass. So, I took the bus! The Columbia Pike line bus was very efficient, not much difference in timing as if I drove myself there. I continued with the 2nd run movies into 2017, but I moved from Arlington to MD in Fall 2017, so I generally stopped going here. However, I did continue to come on a few occasions for comedy shows. In 2019-2020, I was on INWEGO, which was an event based app, you paid $19 for one event in the month, $39 for 3, or $59 for 5. I generally did the $39 for 3, but sometimes did $19 depending on what they had for the month. It was cool things like concerts, plays, comedy shows, & sporting events. I took advantage of all of the above. My girlfriend at that time & her friend/other friend husband traveled from Wheaton, MD to Arlington on Friday, February 22, 2020 for a good comedy show. That was the only time I used INWEGO to go to Arlington Drafthouse. I joined INWEGO in mid-April 2019, & we know what happened in mid-March 2020. INWEGO sadly went defunct in September 2020 as they couldn't operate under the Covid environment. I joked the INWEGO era was the best 11 months of my life. I went on a couple of dates here over the years in the 2010's for movies. Prior to October 2014, I lived in Alexandria & sometimes went to Arlington Drafthouse. One time in January 2013, I had a first date at Lost Dog Cafe across the street & saw [deep breath] Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying & Love the Bomb. We kissed at the end. So, that was a good example of a date. A funny example of a date was shortly after from February 2013 (see my November 2013 Bangkok 54 Yelp review), where we went for dinner & then a free comedy show. Here's that experience: "My experience was on Saturday, February 9 (2013). It was a date with an awesome black chick I met a couple of weeks earlier. We had a nice time & walked next door to the Arlington Drafthouse Cinema for a free comedy show in the Green Room. Check it out if you are over at Bangkok 54 or other area restaurants on a Friday or Saturday. During the comedy show, I had my arm around her, & one of the comedians pointed out to me in the audience & said 'you are a lucky guy to be with her. I never have any luck with black chicks. This guy is doing something right. We need to talk after the show.'. This made me feel great since it was only a first date. This was confirmation that the date went extremely well. However, we could never schedule a 2nd date. She later told me that she didn't feel the chemistry...at least she was honest, but after all that, I thought for sure it was an excellent date." Also, went here on another date in June 2016 & saw Zootopia here. My dating life was bad in 2016, & she was no exception. In January 2023, I went to a comedy show with a friend I hadn't seen in a while. I was bold talking to one of the female comedians who was local to the DC area, got one of the comedians Instagram & asked her on a date; not surprisingly no reply. Last time I went was March 2023 for Oscar party. Won a DVD in contest. Not a bad time.

Okay this particular location is very old. AC doesn't work well, very old seating, and some parts…read moreof the building are just dilapidated and closed off. If you're fine with an atmosphere of ancient times, then you'll actually be fine here. The screen and sound quality is top tier, and the staff can make and bring pretty much any appetizer fresh to your seat. Staff is kind and works hard. Came for a Nova Book Babes showing of Twilight and it was so worth it. (But there isn't much I won't put up with for Edward Cullen.)

Saw an absolutely AMAZING performance of 'Night Mother here in April 2023. Highly recommend this…read moreperformance :D

I never knew that the Anacostia Playhouse existed but then again, I haven't been going to many…read moreperformances. The playhouse is right off Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE. On the same side as and a block behind Turning Natural. I had never been back there and if it wasn't for this outing, I doubt I would have ventured here. The playhouse is located in a renovated warehouse space. Immediately, I could see that they were making good use of a sturdy, old building of industry. Inside the actual theater, I loved the intimate feel of it. The stage, in the center allows for you to be seated close to the performers without being too close. I know that the performers could speak better on that than me but that's what I felt as a witness. "The Very Last Days of the First Colored Circus" by Steven Butler was an emotional rollercoaster to say the least. For my next visit I am really looking forward to Clayton LeBeouf's "Record Store 24". Celebrating the Arts in Anacostia in 2018.

This "comedy" was not funny. My wife and I were hoping for an entertaining evening and this looked…read morepromising. The audience was predominantly teenagers most of whom weren't laughing either. We left halfway through the show.

Took in the Shear Madness show at the Kennedy Center during our DC trip. It was absolutely…read morefantastic. Love all the references to recent events, the physical comedy, and the audience participation. Would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to take in a light hearted show with fantastic actors.