Nine, a beloved musical that follows the life and art of fictional Italian Director Guido Contini creates a fully fleshed out experience at the theatre when in the hands of choreographers. Andy Blankenbuehler, one of the most lauded modern choreographers, takes on Tommy Tune’s original production to bring a fresh look on suffering for art.

The wildly popular Broadway revival of Cabaret has a driving force behind its success: Eddie Redmayne. The Oscar-winner, and all around English darling, has been a huge draw for American audiences to the August Wilson Theatre, seeking to delight in his performance at the twisted and unnerving Emcee. But does the allure of this production hold up when its star player is out for the evening? On a Monday night in August, I went to find out for myself. 

Gatsby: An American Myth at A.R.T. finds the balance between the glamor of the jazz age and the heavy themes of the original book. The American Dream is not all it seems and many people have fallen victim to it. With music by Florence Welch and Direction by Rachel Chavkin this adaptation is completely necessary.

Adapted from the famous S.E. Hinton novel, The Outsiders on Broadway blends premier production elements with high energy performances to deliver a new telling of a story that is beloved by so many.

Hair is once again brought to life through a new lens at Signature Theatre in Arlington, VA. The cast holds enough cosmic chemistry to send the world into a new Age of Aquarius and cannot be missed.

Unknown Soldier at Arena Stage revives classical musical theatre with a beautiful story of love, loss, and humanity.

Jonathan Larson’s Tick Tick … Boom at the Kennedy Center encourages audiences to contemplate their life and what they love. Is passion worth the struggle? Why do we feel like time is running out? Fear or love?

Swept Away, a new musical in its last weeks at Arena Stage in Washington, D.C. features a cast and creative team of heavy hitters seemingly aiming for a Broadway.