All stories by Kendall Mostafavi on BroadwayStars

Thursday, September 22, 2022

‘Newsies’ impresses with fantastic performances at Arlington Players by Kendall Mostafavi

The music fills the heart to bursting, and the dancers are inspiring.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 05:35AM
Tuesday, September 13, 2022

A picturesque and eerie ‘Macbeth’ from City of Fairfax Theatre Company by Kendall Mostafavi

The creative design and technical aspects really make this show. The soundtrack is downright haunting. The lighting and scenery are spot-on spooky.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 09:13AM
Thursday, September 1, 2022

Love, hope, and talent delight in ‘Little Women’ at NextStop Theatre by Kendall Mostafavi

Performed with an abundance of heart and passion, the musical is a not-to-be-missed experience.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 08:26PM
Thursday, August 11, 2022

Immersive ‘Rent’ at ArtsCentric sings with a full heart and soul by Kendall Mostafavi

A talented cast brings Jonathan Larson’s prize-winning musical to relatable life.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 11:56AM
Sunday, August 7, 2022

‘Hamilton’ is back at Kennedy Center as invigorating as ever by Kendall Mostafavi

Watching performers masterfully step into these characters and tell their story is breathtaking.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 09:21AM
Wednesday, July 20, 2022

2022 Capital Fringe Review: ‘All the Feels: An uplifting cabaret’ by Pinky Swear Productions by Kendall Mostafavi

A show true to its name: a group of friends have a karaoke party and sing about the highs and lows of pandemic life and the state of the world.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 06:34PM

2022 Capital Fringe Review: ‘Green Machine’ by Jim McNeill by Kendall Mostafavi

A well-paced dramatic comedy about a pop-up pot shop in Mt. Pleasant.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 08:12AM
Sunday, July 17, 2022

Monumental’s fantastic ‘tick, tick… BOOM!’ is a joy by Kendall Mostafavi

The entire vibe of the production is a warm blend of humor, hope, fear, and love.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 10:36AM
Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Rorschach Theatre’s mind-blowing ‘Chemical Exile’ goes live July 7 by Kendall Mostafavi

The new performance style offers a wonderful conglomeration of storytelling, imagination, originality, and adventure.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 07:58AM
Friday, May 13, 2022

ARTfactory’s fun, fast-paced ‘The Odd Couple’ was a comedic win by Kendall Mostafavi

The good chemistry between Felix and Oscar had the audience laughing at them, with them, and for them.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:55AM
Tuesday, May 3, 2022

‘Bright Star’ is a resounding success at Reston Community Players by Kendall Mostafavi

Playing through May 8, the award-winning musical has a fantastic cast and live orchestra and songs that pull the heartstrings.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:26AM
Tuesday, April 26, 2022

A solid ‘Death of a Salesman’ from Vienna Theatre Company by Kendall Mostafavi

The cast is strong and Arthur Miller's classic endures.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:56AM
Friday, March 4, 2022

Imagination Stage has a fun hit in funky and fresh ‘P. Nokio’ by Kendall Mostafavi

For kids 5 to 11 and their parents, a wonderfully engaging upgrade to the Pinocchio story with sick beats, fresh rhymes, and a technologic reboot.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:53AM
Sunday, January 16, 2022

Rorschach’s ‘Chemical Exile’ is already a grabber just two chapters in by Kendall Mostafavi

The theater's new season-long immersive experience excites the mind and ignites curiosity.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 06:22AM
Thursday, January 13, 2022

Madcap musical ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ is giddy entertainment by Kendall Mostafavi

The show at Workhouse Arts Center is pure silliness and pleasure from beginning to end.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 06:24AM
Sunday, January 9, 2022

Get a date for ‘The Prom,’ a hilarious and touching musical at KenCen by Kendall Mostafavi

The show's dynamite performances and music will have you dancing in your seat. Plus there's a lovely message of LGBTQ acceptance.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:12PM
Thursday, December 23, 2021

Director Cara Gabriel on the magic and joy of ‘Winterfest’ at Adventure Theatre by Kendall Mostafavi

'Our kids have been on screens 24/7 the past two years. I wanted to involve them live and in person whenever we could.'

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 07:03PM
Wednesday, December 22, 2021

‘Corduroy’ at Imagination Stage is laugh-out-loud adorable by Kendall Mostafavi

A lighthearted, fun adventure for families with young children.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 06:08AM
Thursday, December 16, 2021

Two fantastic detective tales unfold as audio plays from We Happy Few by Kendall Mostafavi

Sherlock Holmes and Loveday Brooks in a new genre of interactive theater: a mystery experience mailed right to your door.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:00AM

Poignant musical ‘The Christmas Angel’ premieres at Creative Cauldron by Kendall Mostafavi

From Matt Conner and Stephen Gregory Smith, a beautiful family experience with a powerful message of love, acceptance, and forgiveness.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:37AM
Sunday, November 28, 2021

A quirky first date goes taboo in new episode from The Playwright Zone by Kendall Mostafavi

The digital project was created by playwright John Becker to generate work opportunities and compensation for local artists.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:46AM
Friday, November 26, 2021

A funtastic ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas!’ is in town at the National by Kendall Mostafavi

The wonderful visual experience mimics the original so well it’s like being immersed in the cartoon.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:00PM
Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Kennedy Center’s ‘Accoustic Rooster / Indigo Blume’ is a joyous smash hit by Kendall Mostafavi

American writer Kwame Alexander has won numerous awards with his poetry and children’s fiction. And now, the New York Times best-selling author has combined two of his books to bring the c…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:39AM
Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Susan Derry’s new holiday album inspired by Creative Cauldron cabaret by Kendall Mostafavi

Atypical tunes with lyrics to bring comfort, light, and hope at a dark time.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:54PM
Wednesday, October 27, 2021

In praise of a resilient small theater: Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble by Kendall Mostafavi

Surviving the pandemic has highlighted the importance of community.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:57PM
Monday, October 25, 2021

Delightfully eerie listening in ‘A Midnight Dreary’ from We Happy Few by Kendall Mostafavi

An entertaining audio series perfect for Halloween.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 07:02AM
Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Two centenarians recall their lives in ‘Having Our Say’ at Creative Cauldron by Kendall Mostafavi

Who doesn't love listening to older relatives telling stories about back in their day?

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 06:12PM
Thursday, September 23, 2021

Adventure Theatre’s ‘Luchadora!’ a fantastic show for the whole family by Kendall Mostafavi

The tale of a teen tomboy, set in the world of Mexican wrestling.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:58PM
Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Kennedy Center opens a fantastic ‘Wind in the Door’ for kids by Kendall Mostafavi

A heartwarming show with a powerful message based on Madeleine L’Engle’s classic.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:56PM
Thursday, September 2, 2021
Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Solas Nua’s ‘Side-Walks’ is a wonderful visual and audible literary experience by Kendall Mostafavi

A story about finding yourself and your path, engrossing and beautifully told.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:55AM

All that Chat

2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards