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Staff picks

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Not sure what show to see? Our team of experts has handpicked a dazzling collection of must-see events, ranging from over-the-top musicals and boundary-pushing dramas to spectacular concerts. Trust our theatre lovers and dive into this curated lineup.
Poster of Hamnet in Washington DC.

Hamnet

Harman Hall - Shakespeare Theatre Company
from $64

Based on the 2020 novel that was also adapted into a major motion picture, this play is a fictitious interpretation of the private family tragedy that inspired William Shakespeare to write Hamlet. Why we love it: It vividly portrays how greatness can come from tragedy.

Poster of Sasha Velour's Travesty in Washington DC.

Sasha Velour's Travesty

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
from $42

RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Sasha Velour weaves a spellbinding tribute to the disruptive and political power of drag. Witness as Travesty tracks the queer history of a single location across time and celebrates drag as a profound act of resistance. Why we love it: It's a fusion of lip-sync, cinema, and spectacular reveals.

Poster of Young John Lewis in Washington DC

Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest

Atlas Performing Arts Center
from $44

Focusing on the formative years of the late congressman, this new musical is a powerful biography detailing how the murder of Emmett Till fueled John Lewis to lead the charge for Civil Rights alongside Dr. King. Why we love it: Playwright-in-Residence Psalmayene 24's script reminds us we can all make a difference.

Poster of What Became of Us in Arlington.

What Became of Us

Signature Theatre
from $47

This heartfelt portrait of siblinghood follows a brother and sister across their lifetimes, detailing how their contrasting immigrant and American-born perspectives shaped their beings. Why we love it: The show features two casts who alternate performances.

Poster of Crazy Sexy Cool in Washington DC.

CrazySexyCool

Kreeger Theater at Arena Stage

TLC redefined the 90s music scene with their iconic choreography and hypnotic sound. Now their story comes alive on stage in this biographical musical that chronicles the (mostly) true story of the iconic trio's rise to fame. Why we love it: The show includes TLC's signature hits.

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