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Shakespeare Theatre Company
Category: Arts & Entertainment Performing Arts Performing Arts [Edit]
Lansburgh Theatre450 7th St NW
Washington, DC 20004
Neighborhood: Penn Quarter
(202) 547-1122
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Gallery Place Chinatown Metro Station (Green, Red, Yellow)
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35 reviews for Shakespeare Theatre Company
35 reviews in English
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Review from Alicia N.
Vienna, VA
3/8/2012
The Shakespeare Theatre is one of my favorite spots to frequent in DC for a little culture... I got into theatre back in high school and through college with our regular "field trips" to The Shakespeare Theatre (at discounted student prices!)
This time... I was armed with a LivingSocial deal to go see Much Ado About Nothing. I dragged the family along for the fun. Conveniently located off of F St. in DC (right next to the Verizon Center) there are plenty of restaurants around for pre-play or post-play dining. This particular trip we went to Carmine's, which was great.
About the play: Much Ado About Nothing was exceptionally well done with a great and vibrant cast and beautiful back drops, as has been my experience with all of the other plays I have went to here. One thing to note: if you are not familiar with Shakespeare, a Shakespeare play is probably not for you. A few of my family members weren't and when the audience was laughing along with the play, they were just confused. Shakespeare is not for everyone!
During intermission they have a nice little snack bar with treats and drinks (alcoholic beverages included). There are only a couple of minutes of intermission anyhow and not enough to be able to enjoy a cup tea or coffee so I'd skip it, unless you want to throw away half of your drink -- you can't bring them with you back to your seats. There is also a trinket shop at the ground level if you want to purchase any Shakespeare memorabilia -- there were some really neat things there. Even a life size wax figure of Shakespeare like you'd see at Madame Tussaud's.
The building is gorgeous architecturally and the plays are top notch. I would definitely recommend frequenting The Shakespeare Theatre if you're a literature buff. I do know they also have subscriptions (season tickets). -
Review from Ben S.
4/22/2012
This is the older, and now second space for the Shakespeare Theatre Company. I come here quite often for well acted, beautifully staged performances of classics. They do a great job with things that are within that specialty, but I've been less thrilled when they have branched out much beyond that. The space itself is ok, but not actually all that beautiful. It isn't modern in like Woolly's space is, or elegant like the newer space is. Not only do they put on their own shows, but they also have a fair about of traveling stuff here too. One thing that is nice is that they have a very generous young professionals program, so even though I can't afford to pay the full ticket price here, I'm not priced out of their shows.
A nice space and a good time, but I tend to prefer slightly more modern theater. -
Review from Liz H.
Alexandria, VA
2/8/2012
I cannot tell you how excited I was that PJ Paparelli decided to do "The Two Gentlemen of Verona." It is, without a doubt, my favorite Shakespearean play. I heard he did a good production of Romeo and Juliet, so I was excited for a more modern take on this play--especially since it is so rarely done on stage. I got the $39 Recoup offer and we ended up in the 5th and 6th seats in the very front row! I had no trouble getting the tickets, or using the vouchers. It was a fantastic deal! Now, on to the show.
The staging had a very appropriate Times Square feel. I loved the contrast with the costumes. I do not have any cons per say, but you should make note that there is a lot of drinking, violence, and tongue-in-cheek use of U2 music. This is a high octane performance that could easily be seen as dark given all the binge drinking and shooting (Julia even cuts herself), but comes off well because of the chemistry and the use of the two clowns. It is a wonderful swirl of emotion that perfectly showcases the wantonness of young love. The emotions are real, and admittedly I teared at the end. This is the type of acting that will make you want to reread the play again and again. -
Review from Jen B.
Laurel, MD
10/7/2011
I was here a couple of weeks to see FELA! and OMG I am still reliving it in my head. I just loved the theater itself. It's beautiful, but not pretentious at all. It's a nice size. I got second row seats, but the next time I see a show here, I'll get seats in the middle of the Orchestra section. The theatre is small enough where no seat is really a bad seat. but then again, I'm comparing it to the Warner and Kennedy Center. I much prefer this theatre over the other two. It has an extensive lighting and sound system, a cafe with seating, and everything else a theater usually contains.
Now, just because I have to say something about the show--it was FANTASTIC! The second the music started, I felt like I just wanted to run on stage and DANCE! I even actually felt relieved when the performer playing Fela asked the audience to stand up and dance for a minute. My husband said that my hips were going crazy--but I couldn't help myself--the band was so funky, I just couldn't stand it!!! I've heard Fela Anikulapo-Kuti's music before, and I liked it--but hearing it performed live is an entirely different thing. By the time the first act is over, you feel like you are in the room with Fela himself. Before the show I watched the documentary, and after read an autobiography. The show was faithful to his experiences, even though they had the timeline mixed up a little. But I think the show was intended to bring his message to a mainstream audience, and that it did.
I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in the musician, his culture, the history of Nigeria at that time, or even the present politics today. It was MIND-BLOWING! -
Review from Jared P.
Washington, DC
2/11/2012
One of the best classical arts companies in the world. I grew up in England and watched a lot of Shakespeare there, and I can say without a doubt that Washington's Shakespeare Theatre Company is just as good as the RSC. I'm impressed every time I go. And best of all, they offer $10 tickets on Tuesdays for people under 35. Great way to experience the best theater in the city for less than the price of a movie ticket.
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Review from Michael S.
Minneapolis, MN
2/5/2012
Great theatre, great performances. I do find it odd that only three of the six shows per season are Shakespeare.
I've been to STC eight times and enjoyed each experience. I didn't give them a full 5-star because of their recent change to the military discount. It used to be that their military discount was 20% off, but one could make reservations. They recently changed it to $15 tickets, but only 1 hour before curtain. Personally, I'd prefer either the old discount or none at all. I tried to see a Much Ado About Nothing performance, but only to find it sold out. Since I don't live next door, I don't like to hustle down to the theatre only to be disappointed at the last moment. I like to make plans pretty far in advance, so this new policy doesn't sit well with me. -
Review from HighStandard S.
Honolulu, HI
7/12/2011
The Ganaddikis Fraulein
A play by Tennessee Williams
Performed by Shakespeare Theatre Company on 24 June 2011, at Artisphere in Arlington, VA
Marijuana, Masturbation, and Mayhem---this play has it all!
I thoroughly enjoyed this rollicking, surreal, lesser-known stoned-humor piece by Tennessee Williams . The quips alone were worth the price of admission. ("The only outcome I'm interested in is my income!") The two leading ladies engage in snappy banter as they reveal how exploitative and ruthless people become during hard times to the more vulnerable have-nots of the world.
Williams's signature themes of never-weres posing as has-beens, of lost fortune and ruination, of homeless people losing their grip on reality are all there, making us squirm in our seats as we simultaneous enjoy the absurd humor, and the spectacle of other characters exploiting, humiliating, or abandoning them to their madness.
The energy and physicality on the stage wind up like an Ionesco machine, spinning out of control and on the verge of explosion. The Fraulein character herself brings to mind Beckett's character Lucky, the hapless suitcase carrier of Godot. But most of the references are to the playwright himself.
We are told by the company dramaturge that this play is an allegory for the playwright's artistic struggles. The hedonistic pleasures distract from work, the humiliation of wanting to please and wanting to be loved by an audience that will only sneer is repeated with masochistic, guiless devotion by the Frualien, who starts out ridiculous, but becomes more and more pathetic throughout the play, as the audience realizes that we are all beyond redemption. The fear that comes with each success that another will never follow is palpable as she hugs her scrapbook to her chest.
The play takes place on an outpost of the Florida Keys, the last island in the chain, we are told, that is named after the Cocakooly, a treacherous bird that swoops down for attack, a stand in perhaps for the anxieties of a generation that were told to duck and cover.
I applaud the choice of this play, which deserves a larger audience, and I have complete faith in the taste and talent of the Shakespeare Theatre Company after this triumph. I plan on becoming a regular at their performances. After having such a wonderful experience, I went back a week later for their performance of a lesser-known Tom Stoppard play. Another winner! I'll be back! -
Review from Betty L.
Dallas, TX
2/17/2012 1 Check-in Here
Beautiful and intimate theater that only does Shakespeare plays. Its located right across from the Verizon theater and the Thirsty Turtle. My husband and I showed up an hour early and purchased rush tickets to see for only $25.00 to see Much Ado About Nothing. The theater company does try to revamp Shakespeare by making the setting and wardrobe modern, but the play is still a little hard to understand because its still Shakespeare. However, I am in awed by all of the actors and their mastery of the craft. Chris Rock once said that there is no acting experience more tough and rewarding than theater because you cannot hide and there are no do-overs so I can only imagine the challenge is ten times harder memorizing Shakespeare. The STC is a great theater experience and not overly crowed so you can likely get rush tickets on a weekday. And they do serve some small bites and booze but you cannot bring it into the theater.
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Review from Gregg M.
9/21/2010 1 Check-in Here
I just saw "All's Well That Ends Well". I enjoy Shakespeare and I'd never seen a production of this play. All wasn't necessarily well with after this play ended. I'm not sure if it was the acting, the director's interpretation, or just the fact that this play wasn't one of Shakespeare's better comedies, but I didn't walk out of the theater thinking, "Damn, that was awesome!"
Upon final review, I'm going to give the actors and actresses the benefit of the doubt and say that it's Shakespeare's fault. He wrote some weak, unsympathetic lead characters who meandered throughout the story without much to say that held my interest or emotionally invest in them.
I'm looking forward to seeing another STC production, but next time it'll be a production of a better Shakespeare play. I can't wait for "Merchant of Venice"! -
Review from Judy C.
Alexandria, VA
4/4/2011
I've gone to the Shakespeare Theater for the past decade to see various plays. Most of the productions have been outstanding. The new Harman Hall is a beautiful building. The theater is much larger than the older Lansburgh Theater. At the Harman, I prefer to sit in the first level. I don't like to sit in the mezzanine section at the Harman because it's harder to see the actors and I don't like the elevation. But, the Harman is so large that cheap tickets are almost always available in the upper level. The Lansburgh theater is intimate. It's one level. Even if you are seated further back, you still feel fairly close to the stage.
I've seen some amazing plays at the Shakespeare Theater including Taming of the Shrew, Hamlet, Twelfth Night, Design for Living, Candide, and An Ideal Husband. I've also seen some not so amazing plays like The Dog in the Manger, Argonautika, and Cymbeline, but the great plays outweigh the mediocre ones. -
Review from Hannah C.
5/11/2010
I just saw "The Liar" and it was great! Funny, energetic, bawdy, and beautiful. In my life, I've seen every Shakespearian play at least 3 times each, performed by nationally acclaimed companies. When I heard about this production, I was intrigued... Something I not only hadn't seen thrice, but that I'd also never heard of? Yes, please!
The play on its own is fantastic, but this production as a whole was top notch. The actors had great timing. The sets were imaginative and inventive. The costumes were great, too.
David Ives' "translaptation" is genius. He managed to be a successful translator, dramaturg, writer, and comedian all in one.
So I guess it's official. I'm a huge fan of the Shakespeare Theatre Company! I'll be coming back here as oft as the purse will allow.
The only downside was the parking ticket I was awarded when I got out. Note: Feed the meter during intermission. -
Review from angela n.
9/4/2006 1 photo
Update 10/07: Stopped into Harman Hall during Arts on Foot. The new theater is spacious and impressive, and I loved the lobby's giant glass-wall view onto F street -- you can watch the masses streaming into Verizon Center. A cool juxtaposition of classic theater and sports/pop culture.
It looks like they've also expanded their discount programs for students http://www.shakespeare... They even had a Pay-What-You-Can preview for Taming of the Shrew
http://www.shakespeare...
My only complaint is that audience members could use more leg room during long plays. It's more comfortable to see a movie at Regal Gallery Place (with its stadium seating) than to sit through an expensive play at the new theater here.
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Original review:
Though it's called the Shakespeare Theatre, they don't just do Shakespeare. This is DC's best venue for the "classics," and they try to make these classics relevant to modern audiences. Right now they're doing Ibsen's "Enemy of the People," about censorship, political corruption, and environmental pollution. Earlier this year they did Aeschylus' "The Persians," a spectacular play about a botched military invasion by a great king's foolish son. Relevant maybe? But the theater is not all about political lessons. The shows I've seen have been entertaining as well (e.g. this summer's very enjoyable "Love's Labors Lost" featured a rock band in 1960s India).
The only downside is that the ticket prices tend to be really high. Ticketplace is just across the street if you want to try grabbing half-price tix (which are still pricey, starting at around $40). Another option is to call the box office an hour or two before showtime to ask about $10 standing room only tickets (which are only available if the show is sold out). If you do get standing room tickets, the view is great, but wear comfy shoes. You can sometimes grab an empty seat after intermission. -
Review from Carol W.
9/22/2010 1 Check-in Here
Went here to see "All's Well That Ends Well". I can't say that this was a bad play, but I can't say it was all that good either - it was just so, so. I won't put it all on the actors, but I will say that the supporting cast seemed to have the funnier, wittier parts more so then the main actors (of course this is more due to Shakespeare's writing than anything else).
The theater itself is a nice theater. This is the second time I have been here. I haven't had a bad seat yet and the acoustics are very good. -
Review from Fenny L.
9/10/2009 2 Check-ins Here
I heart the STC so!!!!! But then, what's not to love? They put on amazing performances, bring the Bard to life...and HELLO - they are just frickin' cool!!!
*HEART*
Yes, I'm a frustrated ex-English Lit major...but hey, if they can make Shakespeare accessible to my illiterate-unless-it's-a-Halo-manual little brother...they can do *anything*Listed in: Performing arts (but not…
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Review from Michael S.
Denver, CO
11/24/2007
Taming of the Shrew was awesome here; presented in modern dress with contemporary sets and modern music. The cast was dominated, I thought, by a fiesty and sexy African-American Katherina, played by Charlayne Woodward. The production examines the business of marriage and its emotional and intimate aspects as well, and does so with ever-pertinent caustic commentary. Seeing Petruchio in drag was side-splitting.
I could not give it five stars though; the narrow seats in the theater are truly annoying and the cookie and small cup of cranberry juice at intermission together were $5.00; still very worth a couple of hours of physical discomfort and some overpriced snacks.Listed in: Out of Town
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Review from Rachel C.
Bristow, VA
5/1/2008
My sister had tickets for a couple months to see Antony and Cleopatra. We had front row seats.....practically able to touch the stage. :)
The new theater is beautiful. The staff is friendly, and ready to assist in giving directions to the patrons. Even though there are at least a couple of restrooms in the theater, the ones on the first floor only have one stall. Not a big deal for me, but just for others to be aware.
The actors were great, and many have an extensive acting background from stage to the big screen. I was able to follow along despite not having much knowledge of the Roman Empire.Listed in: Visiting DC?
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Review from Shane H.
Denver, CO
11/21/2010
I have seen four seasons with this organization, at both the Sydney Harman Hall and the Lansburgh theatre. I also attend theatre at several other venues in the District (including the Folger, also great), and can state with as many qualifications as requested that the production quality and the venues offered by the Shakespeare theatre are second to none in DC, and compare well nationally.
The Lansburgh is beautiful and intimate, the Harman is a statement of architecture and just incredible - most recently I saw a live taping of the Daily Show there, and it was pretty much perfect in terms of sound and structure.
You can't get a bad seat in either house (though, if you get a seat or standing room for $10, you got what you paid for). -
Review from Angela M.
Garden City, NY
7/1/2009
*Spoiler alert*
The Shakespeare Theatre Company has a gorgeous facility. It sure makes for a nice night out on the town. I saw King Lear here this past Saturday night. It was an amazing production. Stacey Keach played King Lear and he was the cutest, crazy old king...I wanted to take him home with me. Not in the, I want to bang this old man sense, but like I wanted to carry him around with me like a pet. That cute. That sounded totally crazy. Perfect for writing about King Lear.
If you enjoy Shakespeare, or even some nudity - there is a good amount of both in the show. Bad joke. Caveat: there is a naked man that runs around for like 10 minutes with his sausage swingin' in the wind (he's a shower not a grower, ladies) and King Lear does strip naked and run around, but you never see the front, which is good. It would have taken a lot of drinking, recreational drug use and extensive therapy to get that burned image out of my mind. Thank the lords. At the end, Cordelia's naked dead body is brought out and put on the table. She was beaten and killed while in prison. I hope I didn't ruin the play for anyone reading this. I did put my spoiler alert up top, so I DID WARN YOU.
My only beef with the theatre is that I feel like there are some acoustic dead spots. At times, it was hard to hear certain characters. The stage, the set, everything was beautiful. The execution of it, amazing. To its credit, none of the seats are bad spots to sit in, which is of great benefit to procrastinating ticket buyers.
I would love to see more of their shows. Yay Shakespeare! -
Review from Kristina D.
Los Angeles, CA
3/21/2010
Every year the Shakespeare Theater Company holds a mock trial where they turn the plot of Shakespeare play into a legal issue (http://www.shakespeare...). This year, Justices Ginsburg (heart Ruth) and Alito presided over oral arguments with some of the biggest names in the DC legal community. So nerdy, so amazing. Just remember to get your tickets fast- they sold out in less than two hours.
I would give the Shakespeare Theater Company five stars alone for that very DC experience, but all of the other productions I have seen have been equally entertaining. Sign up for their mailing list to find out about great deals.
Finally, their productions are at two theaters so check your tickets so you don't go to the wrong place. The Lansburgh Theater is smaller and there is no bad seat in the house. The Sidney Harman Hall is larger but still retains an intimate feel. Both locations (blocks apart from one another) are conveniently located by metros and lots of restaurants so it's a great place to meet for a date or with friends. -
Review from Chaka C.
8/16/2010
I enjoyed my evening at the Shakespeare Theatre. I was lucky enough to see "Avenue Q" before it left the city and was utterly entertained. The theater, itself, is of a modest size which adds to the cozy feeling of the place.
I would say that any seat in the house will offer a great view of the stage because I sat on the far left and didn't experience any trouble in seein gall corners and actors.
I will definitely be coming here again! -
Review from E E.
Arlington, VA
9/16/2010
What a lovely theatre! It's quaint but modern. All the seats seem to provide great views of the stage. They offer a generous selection of drinks and small bites (for the size of the theatre).
It's located conviniently next to Chinatown/GP Metro so purchase a ticket and enjoy a fabulous night out. -
Review from Jacqueline C.
Reston, VA
8/31/2011
Great evening with my husband! Love to dress up and go out to a fancy dinner and a show!
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Review from Irreputable S.
Washington, DC
11/15/2007
The Shakespeare Theatre Company has just launched their 20/10 program where they will be releasing 20 pairs of tickets for $10 a piece every Tuesday morning for the 35 and under crowd.
I went to their 20/10 release party at Sydney Harman Hall a week ago.. my first time in the new venue. In order to really appreciate just how cool the architecture to this place is, you need to stand across the street at night during an event and take it all in. The building itself is beautiful.
That evening I saw Tamburlaine, as always an amazing performance by the cast. They always manage to make these classic works seem relevant and entertaining to contemporary audiences. The entire case did an outstanding job, the set was simple but well designed and the fight scenes were extremely well choreographed.
To make the evening seem that much more "young", they had a DJ posted in the lobby area by the bar and also a raffle.
All in all it was a great evening, in a great venue with a great show. I'd also really like to applaud the local cultural venues for reaching out to younger audiences with programs like these. I feel like its very important to make the arts accessible to as many people as possible. -
Review from Paul M.
Updated - 11/21/2009
These guys are fantastic. We came last night to see Ben Jonson's The Alchemist - originally written in the early 17th Century, it was very popular for a while then died a death until the 1720s, when the advant of the South Sea Bubble re-ignited interest.
Of course in these turbulent times it is just as relevant as ever and the production staff have done a phenomenal job of making it relevant with biting satire.
The smaller , intimate theatre, with only one set - and the de -rigeur set of doors all over the place for the farce to continue a pace - was wonderful.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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11/21/2009
This is a review for the Lansburgh Theater, the original home of the DC Shakespeare theater company… Read more »
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Review from Angela G.
9/27/2009
I saw a free rehearsal Sunday afternoon for the upcoming comedy "The Alchemist" by Ben Johnson at the Landsburg Shakespeare Theatre, directed by Michael Kahn. One word...hilarious.
Now I want to get tickets to see the whole play, which opens on Oct. 6.
Very interesting to see the rehearsal process: the changes, give and take b/t the director and the actors. asking audience members their opinions, etc. I forgot how much I like this theatre as it's been a while since I've been there.
My friend and I ate at Jaleo right next door (another reason to luv this threatre) and saw the director and one of the lead actors walk by during their probable dinner break for the rest of the day's open rehearsal....we waved at the actor as he looked down right at us and he waved back..it's like we both became little theatre groupies. -
Review from Douglas B.
Gaithersburg, MD
9/20/2010
Just saw Shakespeare's All's Well That Ends Well. Enjoyed the play but was not expecting the play to be performed in Early Modern English since the play was reset into the WW1 time-frame.
The Theatre is nice, the side boxes are great and being able to order ahead food and drinks for intermission is very nice. -
Review from Aisha M.
Washington, DC
6/4/2007
If you are under 35 you can get a season pass for 8 plays for $135. You cannot beat this deal. I saw 5 plays the season before last and it was great! There really aren't any bad seats in the house. They also do a very good job of updating the plays enough so people like me who slept through highschool English classes can understand.
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Review from Nicole M.
Washington, DC
10/8/2010
Hello, Yelp! It's been a while. I finally made it to this gorgeous new(ish) building and wasn't disappointed. The obvious modern, bright and clean exterior proves to be well-designed inside as well. The important part is the seating - it's done in a way that you have a great vantage point from almost any seat. We saw the VelocityDC dance festival and had a great view from the second row of the upper deck. The box office was easily accessible and picking up tickets was quick. We didn't try the concessions as we opted for a drink at Zola down the street, but if you order for intermission before the show, you get to skip the line and pick up your goods stat. Smart.
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Review from Nicole L.
8/7/2008
Went to see Antony and Cleopatra recently at the Shakespeare Theatre. The building has a very nice architectual design, very modern and minimalistic. The interior is very beautiful and huge. The stage itself has a nice design again very modern, clean and organic. The play was really good I really enjoyed it.
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Review from martha w.
6/1/2010 1 photo
I have seen some of the best Shakespeare of my life at this theatre. They give the Royal Shakespeare Company in the UK a true run for its money. In fact, many of the RSC actors cross the pond to participate in the shows here. Not only is the acting superb but the sets and costumes are simply astounding. I have never been to a bad performance here. It is remarkable to me that D.C. - and not New York or Los Angeles - would have so much Shakespeare: between STC and the Folger. Makes me proud to be a Washingtonian.
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Review from Patrick M.
Herndon, VA
8/24/2008
I am so sad to not be renewing my subscription to this place because I live out of town now. They have two theaters and do wonderful work. If you are under 35, the subscription price is ridiculously good ($15 a show). My favorite shows here have been Taming of the Shrew, Don Juan, Love's Labor Lost, and the Imaginary Invalid. This place really shines in the wittier plays. Attending this theater really turned me into a lover of the art form.
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Review from Carolyn V.
Columbia, MD
8/22/2010
I ushered my first play at the Shakespeare Theater Company at the Harman Theater in DC and saw the 12th Night. What a performance!!!! Their adaptation of the play was excellent. The Harman Theater is beautiful. It's very modern with huge glass windows and stadium style seating. There are restroom on every floor of the building on BOTH sides of the theater. In addition, there are lockers with self-creating combinations for the public to use. I highly recommend seeing a play from the Shakespeare Theater Company.
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Review from P Lynn P.
Livermore, CA
10/16/2010
We saw All's Well that Ends Well and it was a wonderful performance. It is nice to see good actors performing in a small space where the audience can see the facial expressions and appreciate the staging. The set was very well done and the scene stagings very pleasant to watch from a visual artistic perspective.
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Review from Jon R.
2/29/2008
Argonautika is playing here right now and it was so amazing! I was blown away! If you have the time before March 8th. PLEASE get tickets. You will be BLOWN AWAY! It is the best play I have seen since Lulu @ The Berkley Rep theater in the 80s!
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Review from Jim N.
Ashburn, VA
8/22/2010
Just watched the STC Free for All performance of Twelfth Night. It was fantastic! What a great arts program - all seats free available the day of the performance. The main players seem to be regulars at STC and they are all good. Very attractive with exceptionally clear voices and emotive expression. The costumes and sets were colorful and fit the story, and captured the emotion of the scene, without being gaudy or excessively Elizabethan and thereby distracting from the dialog and emotion of the characters, which is the essence of Shakespeare. The players' timing was perfect. They brought so much more to the story than I got from just reading it. The whole production was flawlessly executed. Getting tickets and getting to seats could not be made easier. Reasonably priced drinks and food available on each floor. The high backed seats in the Sydney Harman Hall are very comfortable and all have great view of the stage. I was in the topmost balcony and could clearly see the faces of all the players. This is a great theatrical experience!
