Keegan Theatre

Keegan Theatre

The Keegan Theatre is an award-winning theater in the lively Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington

KEEGAN THEATRE MISSION
To take audiences to the vital heart of the theater experience: extraordinary artists in an intimate setting exploring the human condition. To foster connections and positive change in our community through vigorous, inclusive, empowering education and outreach. COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, & ANTI-RACISM
The Keegan Theatre believes that any open and honest exp

Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 09/17/2024

Announcing the cast and team of our spine-chilling Season 28 opener, THE WOMAN IN BLACK! One of the West End’s longest running plays of all time, and an audience and critic favorite when it last played at Keegan in 2013, THE WOMAN IN BLACK returns to Church Street this fall, October 12-November 17.

Tickets now on sale, including Season Subscriptions and Flex Passes. Get yours now: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/the-woman-in-black-2024/

09/05/2024

Will we see you at Keegan for closing weekend of NOISES OFF?!? The hit comedy must close this Sunday, September 8.

Just 4 performances left, and some are already sold out. Best availability tonight and tomorrow night – get your tickets right now: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off/

Photo: Cameron Whitman

Noises Off - The Keegan Theatre 08/27/2024

Our acclaimed production of the crowd-pleasing comedy NOISES OFF must close September 8! Audiences have been raving — if you haven't experienced it yet, get your tickets now for our final performances.

Reviews, photos, and tickets available online: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off/

Photo: Cameron Whitman

Noises Off - The Keegan Theatre Mission: To take audiences to the vital heart of the theater experience: extraordinary artists in an intimate setting exploring the human condition. To foster connections and positive change in our community through vigorous, inclusive, empowering education and outreach.

08/22/2024

NOISES OFF is officially sold out for this weekend! If you hurry, there are still a few tickets available for tonight's performance. Otherwise, your best bet is to join us for our final two weekends. But don't wait – we expect more shows to sell out!

Find reviews, photos, and tickets online: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off/

Photo: Cameron Whitman Photography

08/16/2024

Announcing a new date for Dana Nearing's new cabaret, DTW>DCA! Due to illness, tomorrow's performance has been postponed to September 14 at 3:00 pm. https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/dtw-dca/

Ticket holders may transfer their tickets to the new date, turn their ticket into a donation, or request a refund. Please direct any questions to the Keegan Box Office at [email protected].

Dana Justin

08/13/2024

NOISES OFF is now extended to September 8, due to popular demand! Don't miss this Helen Hayes Recommended production, closing out our 27th season.

Reviews, photos, and tickets available online: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off/

Photo: Cameron Whitman

Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 08/06/2024

NOISES OFF is now open at Keegan – and Helen Hayes Recommended! Patrons and critics alike have been raving about this fan favorite backstage farce, playing until September 1.

Check out photos and reviews and get your tickets now: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off

Photos: Cameron Whitman Photography

07/29/2024

NOISES OFF opens this Thursday! Slamming doors, on and offstage intrigue, and an errant herring all figure in the plot of Michael Frayn's hilarious, fan favorite farce – our Season 27 finale!

Performances run August 1-September 1 and tickets are selling fast! Get yours now: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off/

Photo: Rj Pavel

07/26/2024

As we approach the opening of NOISES OFF next Thursday, August 1, we're very pleased to announce a special cabaret event taking the stage during its run: DTW>DCA featuring Detroit-born DC artist Dana Nearing!

On Saturday, August 17 at 3:00 pm, Dana and musical guests will take audiences on a sonic journey through decades of music by iconic artists from Detroit and DC, from Aretha and Aaliyah to The Duke and D'Angelo. Guests include CJ Johnson, Amber Marie, and Carly Harvey, with Gena Photiadis, TJ Turqman, and Tula Pisano.

Tickets starting at just $20! Get yours now: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/dtw-dca

Dana Nearing TJ Turqman

Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 07/12/2024

Announcing our 2024-2025 Season 28 lineup!

Next season, we are embracing a range of subjects and styles — leaning into the diversity of theatrical appetites in our city, and serving up a season with something for everyone. We have dark satire and romantic comedy; we have thrilling horror and heartwarming holiday fare; we have artistic activism and musical inspiration. The season boasts world and DC premieres, returning audience favorites, and an award-winning musical to celebrate and recognize World Pride in DC.

5-show season ticket packages and new 5-ticket Keegan Flex Passes are on sale now, with special savings available until September 30! Learn more and get your tickets: https://keegantheatre.com/2024/07/12/announcing-keegans-28th-season-in-2024-2025/

Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 06/27/2024

Big things have been happening on the Keegan stage the past couple of days – our new permanent revolve has now been installed! You'll get to see it in action during NOISES OFF, but for now, check the video in the comments to see the cast take a spin around the stage after last night's rehearsal.

So – do you have your tickets for NOISES OFF yet?? https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off/

Digital Edition – Washington Life Magazine 06/25/2024

Catch Artistic Director Susan Marie Rhea now featured in the June edition of Washington Life Magazine! Read about her favorite local spots, her love for DC theater, and what makes Keegan such a special place for artists and arts lovers: https://washingtonlife.com/digital-edition/

Digital Edition – Washington Life Magazine Washington Life Magazine, 2301 Tracy Place, N.W., Washington, DC 20008 USA Tel. 202.745.9788, Fax. 202.745.9268, [email protected].

Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 06/21/2024

As we approach Sunday's closing of Priyanka Shetty's THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM, we're also pleased to highlight other upcoming cultural experiences related to Priyanka's play!

This Sunday evening at 7:00 pm, Carianmax Benitez takes the mainstage for her one-woman (with friends) cabaret called CARIAN TO THE MAX! Learn more and get your tickets: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/carian-to-the-max/

Then in September, the DC South Asian Festival will be celebrating literature, dance, music, art, and film by South Asian artists in a nearly month-long festival September 6-22, 2024! More info: https://dcsaaci.org/dcsaf-2024/

06/14/2024

Join us at Keegan on June 23 for our next one-night-only cabaret event, CARIAN TO THE MAX featuring Carianmax Benitez! Enjoy performances all across the musical map, from Barbra Streisand to Fleetwood Mac to musical theater favorites... it all embodies what it means to be Carian to the MAX!

This season's cabaret series has been very popular, so get your tickets now: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/carian-to-the-max/

Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 06/12/2024

As we head into our final weeks of Priyanka Shetty's THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM, rehearsals are underway for our next mainstage show and season finale, NOISES OFF! Today we're pleased to announce the cast and team bringing this side-splitting backstage farce to life.

A sold-out hit when it last played at Keegan in 2010, NOISES OFF returns by audience demand, playing July 27-September 1, 2024. Don't wait to get your tickets! https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/noises-off/

06/10/2024

TONIGHT! Join us at Keegan for a Playwright in Residence Welcome Reception for Priyanka Shetty, the writer and star of THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM! The evening will feature a short documentary featuring Priyanka, as well as announcements about future projects in the works for Priyanka and Keegan and an audience Q&A.

All tickets Pay What You Can! Reserve online or meet us at Keegan tonight at 7:00 pm. https://keegantheatre.com/special-events/

Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 06/05/2024

Priyanka Shetty's THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM is back onstage tomorrow night, and the first of our special events and performances take place this weekend!

This Sunday, parents can take advantage of Matinee Child Care by Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA Teaching Artists, and all patrons are invited to join us for a FREE post-show discussion with our special invited guests. Then Monday, we're holding a Playwright in Residence Welcome Reception for Priyanka at 7:00 pm – all tickets available Pay What You Can!

See all the events and get your tickets now: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/the-elephant-in-the-room/

Photos: Teresa Castracane Photography

Priyanka Shetty

06/03/2024

Thanks to everyone who joined us for Opening Weekend of Priyanka Shetty's THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM! The audience response has been amazing so far and we truly hope that everyone has a chance to join us for this singular piece!

Now playing until June 23, including several special events coming up. Tickets and event descriptions online: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/the-elephant-in-the-room/

05/29/2024

Priyanka has been dazzling audiences around the world with her acclaimed one-woman show THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM – and now she's taking the stage here in DC at Keegan!

Don't miss it, playing June 1-23. Tickets now on sale: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/the-elephant-in-the-room/

Priyanka Shetty

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Photos from Keegan Theatre's post 05/23/2024

The final 3 performances of c21's EXPECTING begin at Keegan tomorrow night! Broadway World says "the stellar performances of Paula Clarke and Eoghan Lamb elevate the production… Clarke and Lamb adeptly navigate the play’s tonal shifts, seamlessly transitioning between comedic, serious, and tender moments with a believability that captivates the audience."

Check out all of the reviews and join us Friday or Saturday at 8pm or Saturday at 3pm. Tickets and info available online: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/expecting/

c21 Theatre Company Gallaudet University

05/21/2024

Congratulations to the cast and creative team of SEUSSICAL for winning the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Production - Musical (Helen)!

05/21/2024

Congratulations to Kurt Boehm & Ashleigh King for winning the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Director of a Musical (Helen) for SEUSSICAL!

05/21/2024

Congratulations to Michael Innocenti for winning the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical (Helen) for SEUSSICAL!

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1742 Church Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20036

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Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 11pm
Friday 10am - 11pm
Saturday 10am - 11pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

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