All stories by Lisa Traiger on BroadwayStars

Monday, October 23, 2023

First stop for a show in Herndon? NextStop Theatre Company by Lisa Traiger

Evan Hoffman made his stage debut as a fourth grader: He was cast as a child in a Herndon High School production of The Music Man. Shortly after, he performed in Herndon, Virginia–based El…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 02:14PM
Friday, October 6, 2023

Hayley Finn on falling in love with Theater J’s mission by Lisa Traiger

The new artistic director shares what most excites her about the company. Interview by LISA TRAIGER

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 03:55PM
Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Dance Place opens pared-down 44th season with progressive concert by Lisa Traiger

For festival of new and recent works by local artists, audience walks from studio to gallery to park to theater along 8th Street. By LISA TRAIGER

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 01:59PM
Friday, August 25, 2023

Pinky Swear Productions: Theater by and for badass women by Lisa Traiger

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a feminist company that promises meaty…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 04:23PM
Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Push play in a café and listen to a sensory story from Solas Nua, ‘One Moment Now’ by Lisa Traiger

The uniquely personal audio experience in a public place was created by Murmuration, a Dublin-based theater collective. By LISA TRAIGER

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 08:06PM
Sunday, August 6, 2023

‘Moulin Rouge!’ at KenCen: a jukebox musical for the TikTok generation by Lisa Traiger

With some song clips clocking in at barely a minute, it sometimes feels like an episode of 'Name That Tune.'

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 02:11PM
Sunday, July 16, 2023

2023 Capital Fringe Review: ‘Gilda: A Tribute to the Beloved Comedienne Gilda Radner’ by Helena K. Cosentino (3 1⁄2 stars) by Lisa Traiger

Cosentino’s tribute returns Radner for those who remember her and introduces her to new generations.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 08:39PM
Saturday, July 15, 2023

2023 Capital Fringe Review: ‘Finding Home: Dance Journeys’ (3 1⁄2 stars) by Lisa Traiger

Five DC-based dance creatives — Sylvana Christopher, Kyoko Fujimoto, Rachel Lawal, Giselle Ruzany, and Malcolm Shute — share their works.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 02:42PM
Friday, July 14, 2023

2023 Capital Fringe Review: ‘Dementia Man, An Existential Journey’ by Samuel A. Simon (3 1⁄2 stars) by Lisa Traiger

Longtime public interest lawyer's autobiographical one-man show tackles questions of memory and mortality head-on.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 01:04PM
Thursday, July 13, 2023

2023 Capital Fringe Review: ‘A Moment in Time’ with Sharp Dance Company (3 stars) by Lisa Traiger

The six dancers conveyed Diane Sharp Nachsin’s choreographic ideas with finely executed technical finesse.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 10:06AM
Monday, July 10, 2023

‘Many Extra Only More’: Big homegrown dance wows by Lisa Traiger

Choreographer Sarah Beth Oppenheim knows what she’s doing at every moment of this large-scale romp and rumination.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 11:41AM
Friday, June 30, 2023

Julianne Brienza, prime mover of Capital Fringe, on making lemonade by Lisa Traiger

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on the Capital Fringe Festival and its vi…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 08:50AM
Monday, May 22, 2023

How Sabrina Mandell met Mark Jaster and Happenstance Theater began by Lisa Traiger

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on two artists who by happenstance fell i…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 12:15PM
Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Through theater arts, the Music in Me Foundation thwarts bullying by Lisa Traiger

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a nonprofit that teache…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 05:30AM
Thursday, March 16, 2023

In ‘Gloria: A Life’ at Theatre J, a look at an icon and hopeaholic by Lisa Traiger

This compelling biographical overview of Gloria Steinem's life recounts not only the successes of the Women’s Movement but also those not yet accomplished.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 12:57PM
Saturday, March 4, 2023

Red Sky Performance honors fire, air, water, and earth at Kennedy Center by Lisa Traiger

Canadian Native choreographer Sandra Laronde traces her people’s origin story in multisensory 'Miigis: Underwater Panther.'

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 02:33PM
Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Alex & Olmsted: two people at play with the infinite possibilities of puppets by Lisa Traiger

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on two artists who use objects to make th…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 05:00PM
Friday, February 3, 2023

Resolute United Ukrainian Ballet reinvigorates ‘Giselle’ at Kennedy Center by Lisa Traiger

While their homeland is fighting for its survival, these dancers rallied to create a unified company in just months, and that sense of urgency is palpable.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 07:18PM
Friday, January 13, 2023

Viva School of Dance offers opportunities for students of color by Lisa Traiger

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a dance school that bre…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 10:00AM
Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Through storytelling and shared leadership, Flying V makes safe space for nerds by Lisa Traiger

In a monthly series entitled 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This series is made possible by a ge…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 02:20PM
Friday, October 28, 2022

Mark Morris goes back to Bacharach in ‘The Look of Love’ at Kennedy Center by Lisa Traiger

His dance group's newest work is set to the 1960s and '70s hits of pop icon Burt Bacharach.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 06:04PM
Monday, October 10, 2022

Vera Oyé Yaa-Anna, founder of Oyé Palaver Hut, shares African storytelling, music, dance, and cooking by Lisa Traiger

In a monthly series entitled 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This series is made possible by a ge…

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 04:34PM
Monday, September 19, 2022

Strong performances center ‘Circle Mirror Transformation’ at Silver Spring Stage by Lisa Traiger

A class of acting students act out life-changing dramas.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 06:33AM
Monday, September 12, 2022

Eva Thorpe, founder of Heart House, brings people with all abilities into the theater community by Lisa Traiger

In a monthly series entitled 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 07:24AM
Monday, August 15, 2022

New play ‘Betty Blum’ channels Betty Friedan’s ‘problem with no name’ by Lisa Traiger

A woman artist wants to paint without having to settle down with a man or win the approval of a man.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 05:05PM
Saturday, July 16, 2022

2022 Capital Fringe Review: ‘Untitled’ by Ellie Pike by Lisa Traiger

A one-woman, undeniably fun comic take on small-town New England life featuring a basketful of characters.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 02:39PM

2022 Capital Fringe Review: ‘Higher’ by Plays2Gather by Lisa Traiger

On a hot-air balloon ride, a couple escapes the pandemic into the past and maybe the future.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 02:07PM
Thursday, July 14, 2022

‘Six’ diva queens are front and center at the National Theatre by Lisa Traiger

An electrifying, high-intensity evening in which each stellar actress is a leading lady in her own right.

SOURCE: dctheaterarts.org at 05:49PM
Wednesday, June 22, 2022

‘Reframing the Narrative’ at KenCen spotlights Black excellence in ballet by Lisa Traiger

Two distinct programs featured three companies that center Black and Brown dancers, choreographers, and artistic directors.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:30PM
Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Caridad Svich’s ‘Red Bike’ stars breakout actor Brinden Banks by Lisa Traiger

Making his professional debut for Pan Underground, the 19-year-old displays astounding skill in conveying the hope, wonder, fear, and disappointment of a child.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 07:16PM
Sunday, May 1, 2022

Havana-based Malpaso Dance Company steps out at The Clarice by Lisa Traiger

Four pieces showcased ten dancers’ drive, indomitable spirit, and unassailable technical abilities.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:31AM

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