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SUMMARY:The Front Page
DESCRIPTION:Our fall staged reading series kicks off with The Front Page\, in which ace reporter Hildy Johnson is on the verge of quitting journalism to get married — until a condemned prisoner escapes and pulls him back into the biggest story of his career. \nFall 2026 Reading Series\nSeptember 29 — Framing the News\nTHE FRONT PAGE by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur\nfeaturing guest artist Michael Russotto as Walter Burns \nOctober 6 — Framing the Self\nSIX CHARACTERS IN SEARCH OF AN AUTHOR by Luigi Pirandello\nfeaturing guest artist Thomas Adrian Simpson as Father \nOctober 13 — Framing the Past\nTHE HISTORY BOYS by Alan Bennett\nfeaturing guest artist Buzz Mauro as Hector \nOctober 20 — Framing the Arts\nMUSEUM by Tina Howe\nfeaturing guest artist Kim Schraf as Chloe \nPerformance Details\n🕛 Time: Tuesdays at 7:30pm\n📍Location: The Theatre Lab (900 Massachusetts Ave NW | Plan Your Visit)\n🎟️ Tickets: Free Admission (Reserve Seats) \nAbout This Staged Reading\nLed by Theatre Lab Co-Executive Director Deb Gottesman\, this reading series is the culmination of our popular Acting in a Professional Production class\, a series of staged readings featuring acting and directing from celebrated DC actors and directors performing alongside a talented company of emerging student artists.
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/app-1/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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SUMMARY:Deadline: Apply to the AICA's Class of 2027
DESCRIPTION:  \nIf you’ve attended a Theatre Lab production this year\, you’ve experienced the hard work and talent of this year’s apprentices from the Arts Institute for Creative Advancement (AICA). Launched in 2023\, the AICA is a workforce development initiative that provides young adults with the skills\, experience\, and support to thrive as professionals in technical theatre and live entertainment. \nRun by The Theatre Lab in partnership with Capitol Hill Arts Workshop and Life Pieces To Masterpieces\, the AICA provides apprentices with 700 hours of paid training and experience in lighting\, audio\, carpentry\, stage management\, and more—combining classroom learning with hands-on training and real-world experience led by esteemed DC industry professionals. \nThe Arts Institute for Creative Advancement (AICA) encourages individuals ages 18–25 who have faced barriers to livable wage employment to apply. No academic degree or prior experience is required\, and the AICA welcomes applications from individuals of any gender. Priority is given to applicants who live in DC. \nApplications are due by September 30\, 2026. Submissions after this date will be considered on a rolling basis. \nClick here to learn more and apply
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/deadline-aica-applications/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T193000
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SUMMARY:Six Characters in Search of an Author
DESCRIPTION:Our fall staged reading series continues with Six Characters in Search of an Author\, a groundbreaking metatheatrical play that explores the blurred lines between illusion\, reality\, and identity. \nFall 2026 Reading Series\nSeptember 29 — Framing the News\nTHE FRONT PAGE by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur\nfeaturing guest artist Michael Russotto as Walter Burns \nOctober 6 — Framing the Self\nSIX CHARACTERS IN SEARCH OF AN AUTHOR by Luigi Pirandello\nfeaturing guest artist Thomas Adrian Simpson as Father \nOctober 13 — Framing the Past\nTHE HISTORY BOYS by Alan Bennett\nfeaturing guest artist Buzz Mauro as Hector \nOctober 20 — Framing the Arts\nMUSEUM by Tina Howe\nfeaturing guest artist Kim Schraf as Chloe \nPerformance Details\n🕛 Time: Tuesdays at 7:30pm\n📍Location: The Theatre Lab (900 Massachusetts Ave NW | Plan Your Visit)\n🎟️ Tickets: Free Admission (Reserve Seats) \nAbout This Staged Reading\nLed by Theatre Lab Co-Executive Director Deb Gottesman\, this reading series is the culmination of our popular Acting in a Professional Production class\, a series of staged readings featuring acting and directing from celebrated DC actors and directors performing alongside a talented company of emerging student artists.
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/app-2/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
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SUMMARY:Deadline: Early Bird Discount for Late Fall Adult Classes
DESCRIPTION:Use the code EARLYBIRD at checkout no later than Monday\, October 12 to get $20 off tuition for any upcoming late fall (Fall II) adult class!  \nClick here to browse upcoming classes \nAbout Adult Classes at The Theatre Lab\nNamed by Backstage as one of the top acting programs in Washington DC\, The Theatre Lab offers top-tier training in acting\, musical theatre\, film and television\, voiceover\, playwriting\, directing\, and more—all taught by experienced professionals in a dynamic\, supportive environment. Classes are designed to fit all skills\, experience levels\, and schedules. Each session of adult classes features a mix of beginner\, advanced\, in-person\, online\, weeknight\, and weekend classes.
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/deadline-adult-classes-early-bird/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:The History Boys
DESCRIPTION:Our fall staged reading series continues with The History Boys\, a story set in the 1980s at a northern English grammar school\, where a bright\, unruly group of teenage boys prepare for their entrance exams under the tutelage of three educators with wildly contrasting approaches. \nFall 2026 Reading Series\nSeptember 29 — Framing the News\nTHE FRONT PAGE by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur\nfeaturing guest artist Michael Russotto as Walter Burns \nOctober 6 — Framing the Self\nSIX CHARACTERS IN SEARCH OF AN AUTHOR by Luigi Pirandello\nfeaturing guest artist Thomas Adrian Simpson as Father \nOctober 13 — Framing the Past\nTHE HISTORY BOYS by Alan Bennett\nfeaturing guest artist Buzz Mauro as Hector \nOctober 20 — Framing the Arts\nMUSEUM by Tina Howe\nfeaturing guest artist Kim Schraf as Chloe \nPerformance Details\n🕛 Time: Tuesdays at 7:30pm\n📍Location: The Theatre Lab (900 Massachusetts Ave NW | Plan Your Visit)\n🎟️ Tickets: Free Admission (Reserve Seats) \nAbout This Staged Reading\nLed by Theatre Lab Co-Executive Director Deb Gottesman\, this reading series is the culmination of our popular Acting in a Professional Production class\, a series of staged readings featuring acting and directing from celebrated DC actors and directors performing alongside a talented company of emerging student artists.
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/app-3/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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SUMMARY:Deadline: Apply to the Honors Acting Conservatory's Class of 2027
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Theatre Lab’s prestigious Honors Acting Conservatory is now accepting applications for the Class of 2027! \nAbout the Honors Conservatory\nThe Theatre Lab’s renowned Honors Acting Conservatory is an intensive\, one-year professional actor training program\, with admission by audition. Each year\, ten students committed to personal growth embark on a year of study and exploration into the craft of acting for theatre. From January through December\, students perform in private scene study classes\, receive one-on-one mentorships\, and participate in workshops and performance opportunities tailored for their particular needs. \nEach Honors Acting Conservatory cohort is made up of adult students from many different kinds of backgrounds who are serious about entering the acting profession\, but perhaps due to financial\, scheduling\, or personal obligations\, seek to keep their weekdays free. All training taking place on nights and weekends. \nCurriculum\nAll Honors students meet as a group every Monday night for a full year of scene study and improvisation\, exploring a wide variety of theatrical styles important for professional work. \nStudents take additional Theatre Lab classes throughout the year to build specific skills outside the focus of the core Monday night work. All classes and rehearsals take place on weekday evenings and during the day on weekends. Students are continually advised and evaluated on their progress\, and the program culminates in public performances of two-person plays and a showcase for an invited audience of top area artistic and casting directors. \nLearn More About Honors Curriculum \nBenefits\nEach Honors Acting Conservatory cohort is made up of adult students from many different kinds of backgrounds who are serious about entering the acting profession\, but perhaps due to financial\, scheduling\, or personal obligations\, seek to keep their weekdays free. All training takes place on nights and weekends. The Honors Acting Conservatory at The Theatre Lab offers a year to focus intensively on your acting without turning your life upside down. \nLearn More About Honors Benefits \nApply for the Class of 2027\nClick the link below to learn more about the admissions process and apply. Applications are due October 15. Auditions will be scheduled in October and November. \nLearn More About Honors Admissions
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/deadline-honors-applications/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T193000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Nights at The Theatre Lab are back! A new\, free community event series! Sign up to perform\, or just come to listen\, enjoy refreshments\, and spend a Friday evening in community. All voices welcome\, and no experience required. We welcome you to get on stage for: \n\nVocal and musical performances (accompanist provided!)\nMonologues\nStand-up comedy\nSpoken word\nOriginal poetry\n\n\n\n🗓️ Date & Time: Friday\, October 16\, 6:00 – 7:30 PM (Performer check-in at 6:00 PM. Show starts at 6:30 PM.)\n📍 Location: The Theatre Lab (900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC)\n🎟️ Tickets: Free Admission\n🎤 How to Perform: Sign up in advance below (recommended). Performances slots the night-of are not guaranteed! \nContent Warning:​ This event is open to ages 15 and up. Performances are not pre-screened\, and content may include mature themes and/or language. \n  \nClick here to RSVP\n\n 
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/open-mic-night/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Museum
DESCRIPTION:Our fall staged reading series concludes with Museum\, which takes place on the final day of a group show of three contemporary American artists being exhibited in a major museum of modern art—where everyone from art lovers\, lost souls\, students\, skeptics\, and more pass through the museum. \nFall 2026 Reading Series\nSeptember 29 — Framing the News\nTHE FRONT PAGE by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur\nfeaturing guest artist Michael Russotto as Walter Burns \nOctober 6 — Framing the Self\nSIX CHARACTERS IN SEARCH OF AN AUTHOR by Luigi Pirandello\nfeaturing guest artist Thomas Adrian Simpson as Father \nOctober 13 — Framing the Past\nTHE HISTORY BOYS by Alan Bennett\nfeaturing guest artist Buzz Mauro as Hector \nOctober 20 — Framing the Arts\nMUSEUM by Tina Howe\nfeaturing guest artist Kim Schraf as Chloe \nPerformance Details\n🕛 Time: Tuesdays at 7:30pm\n📍Location: The Theatre Lab (900 Massachusetts Ave NW | Plan Your Visit)\n🎟️ Tickets: Free Admission (Reserve Seats) \nAbout This Staged Reading\nLed by Theatre Lab Co-Executive Director Deb Gottesman\, this reading series is the culmination of our popular Acting in a Professional Production class\, a series of staged readings featuring acting and directing from celebrated DC actors and directors performing alongside a talented company of emerging student artists.
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/app-4/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTSTAMP:20260921T154536Z
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SUMMARY:Late Fall Adult Classes Start
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur late fall session of adult classes starts in late October\, with classes starting as soon as Saturday\, October 24. Click here to browse all classes and register! \nLate Fall (Fall II) 2026 Session\nStarts Saturday\, October 24\nFinding Your Voice (Online) \nStarts Wednesday\, October 28\nCirclesinging \nStarts Tuesday\, November 3\nActing a Song\nBeginning Scene Study\nGetting Started in TV and Film\nIntro to Acting (Tuesdays)\nOn-Camera Scene Study I \nStarts Thursday\, November 5\nOn-Camera Scene Study II\nSinging Sondheim \nStarts Saturday\, November 7\nIntermediate Scene Study\nSelf-Tape and Virtual Auditioning (Online)\nSinging for Beginners\nVoiceovers II \nStarts Monday\, November 9\nActing with the Pros\nAuditioning\nIntro to Acting (Mondays)\nThe Play’s the Thing\nVoiceovers I (Online) \nFinancial Aid\n\nAt The Theatre Lab\, we believe that theatre education should be accessible to all. We strive to offer as much need-based financial aid as possible to ensure our programs are available to all those who need it. If attending our courses at full price would be difficult for you\, we encourage you to apply for assistance. Click here to apply for financial aid. \nTuition Discounts\n\nTheatre Lab members receive a 10% discount off of class tuition\, automatically applied at checkout. Annual memberships cost only $70 per year and also include discounted tickets to all Theatre Lab performances. Read more about becoming a member here. \nFor our early bird specials and other exclusive discounts on class tuition\, subscribe to our emails and follow us @theatrelabdc on social media for updates. \nAbout Adult Classes at The Theatre Lab\nNamed by Backstage as one of the top acting programs in Washington DC\, we offer top-tier training in acting\, musical theatre\, film and television\, voiceover\, playwriting\, directing\, and more—all taught by experienced professionals in a dynamic\, supportive environment. Classes are designed to fit all skills\, experience levels\, and schedules. Each session of adult classes features a mix of beginner\, advanced\, in-person\, online\, weeknight\, and weekend classes. Learn more about our adult classes here. \n 
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/adult-classes-start/
LOCATION:The Theatre Lab\, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 Cabaret Benefit Dinner + Auction
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars — the most spectacular event of the year returns this fall!\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, November 8\, 2026\nThe Ritz-Carlton Washington\nAbout the Benefit\nThe Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts is gearing up for its annual Cabaret Benefit Dinner + Auction on the evening of Sunday\, November 8 at the elegant downtown Ritz-Carlton\, Washington DC. Save the date for our biggest night of the year! \nThis fun and inspiring event draws together 500 prominent Washingtonians each year\, features one of the largest silent live auctions in DC\, and provides the greatest source of income for our scholarship fund and groundbreaking Life Stories® program. This year\, The Theatre Lab is celebrating 33 years of making a dramatic difference in our community. \nJoin us from 5-7pm for an enchanting cocktail party and our silent auction\, featuring fine dining\, artwork\, luxurious getaways\, and hundreds of unique items. At 7pm\, the party continues in the ballroom with a 3-course dinner\, a live auction\, and spectacular student performances\, all hosted by emcees Deb Gottesman and Buzz Mauro. \n2026 Cabaret Honoree\nThis year\, we’re thrilled to announce our 2026 Cabaret Honoree: Alex Tang\, a highly regarded music director\, pianist\, and arts educator who has spent decades shaping Washington’s performing arts landscape. \nCurrently the Principal Pianist for the American Pops Orchestra and Associate Pianist for the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington\, DC\, Alex has collaborated with legendary Broadway icons—including Bernadette Peters and Chita Rivera—and performed in the orchestra pits of major national tours. \nAs a dedicated\, longtime faculty member\, music director\, and accompanist at The Theatre Lab\, he has championed arts education and mentored countless emerging artists in finding their musical voices. Alongside his extensive contributions to the cultural sector\, Alex also serves as Assistant General Counsel for the National Science Foundation. \nPlease join us in celebrating this remarkable advocate and community leader! \n\n\nTickets\, Sponsorships\, and Auction Donations\nClick here to purchase tickets\, become a sponsor\, and donate items to our auction. \nQuestions\nContact Terah Herman-Saldaña\, Development Manager\, at development@theatrelab.org or 202-824-0449. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://theatrelab.org/event/cabaret-benefit/
LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton\, Washington\, DC\, 1150 22nd St NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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