Spring brings 109 shows to Washington DC during May 2027. The next scheduled performance takes place at National Theatre - DC on May 1, 2027. Explore theatre productions, Broadway tours, comedy shows, family entertainment, and live stage performances across the city.
Washington DC Shows in May 2027
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Browse 109 shows happening across Washington DC during May 2027. The next scheduled performance takes place at National Theatre - DC on May 1, 2027. Explore theatre productions, comedy shows, Broadway tours, and more live performances throughout the month.
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Schedules are updated regularly as new events and productions are announced.Updated Daily • Upcoming Shows: 109
- May0120272:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandWeekend EventJersey BoysNational Theatre - DC • 1,705 seatsNational Theatre - DC
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $93Avg. price ~ $267Tickets Available: 279View Tickets - May0120272:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventRomeo and JulietMichael R. Klein Theatre450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $58Avg. price ~ $170Tickets Available: 69View Tickets
- May0120277:30 PMSatDANCEWeekend EventCaleb Teicher & Nic Gareiss: Ear To The GroundCaleb Teicher & Nic Gareiss: Ear To The GroundRobert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, MD 2085051 Mannakee Street, Rockville, MD 20850From $47Avg. price ~ $63Tickets Available: 70View Tickets
- May0120277:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandWeekend EventJersey BoysNational Theatre - DC • 1,705 seatsNational Theatre - DC1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $102Avg. price ~ $282Tickets Available: 244View Tickets
- May0120277:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventRomeo and JulietMichael R. Klein Theatre450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $102Avg. price ~ $198Tickets Remaining: 3View Tickets
- May0120278:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventLatin History for MoronsThe Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 222063806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206From $76Avg. price ~ $97Tickets Remaining: 3View Tickets
- May0120278:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventTake Me OutSilver Spring Stage10145 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 2090110145 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20901From $41Avg. price ~ $47Tickets Available: 52View Tickets
- May0120278:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventEl Coronel No Tiene Quien Le EscribaGALA Hispanic Theatre3333 14th St NW, Washington, DC 200103333 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010From $43Avg. price ~ $72Tickets Available: 98View Tickets
- May0120278:00 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYBest ValueWeekend EventFencesF. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851From $33Avg. price ~ $38Tickets Available: 71View Tickets
- May0220272:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventTake Me OutSilver Spring Stage10145 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 2090110145 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20901From $41Avg. price ~ $47Tickets Available: 53View Tickets
- May0220272:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventEl Coronel No Tiene Quien Le EscribaGALA Hispanic Theatre3333 14th St NW, Washington, DC 200103333 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010From $36Avg. price ~ $65Tickets Available: 112View Tickets
- May0220272:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandWeekend EventJersey BoysNational Theatre - DC • 1,705 seatsNational Theatre - DC1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $102Avg. price ~ $262Tickets Available: 270View Tickets
- May0220272:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventLatin History for MoronsThe Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 222063806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206From $92Avg. price ~ $107Tickets Remaining: 2View Tickets
- May0220272:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYBest ValueWeekend EventFencesF. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851From $32Avg. price ~ $37Tickets Available: 73View Tickets
- May0220277:30 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandWeekend EventJersey BoysNational Theatre - DC • 1,705 seatsNational Theatre - DC1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $102Avg. price ~ $266Tickets Available: 238View Tickets
- May0220277:30 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventRomeo and JulietMichael R. Klein Theatre450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $133Avg. price ~ $210Tickets Remaining: 21View Tickets
- May0220277:30 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventLatin History for MoronsThe Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 222063806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206From $76Avg. price ~ $97Tickets Remaining: 3View Tickets
- May0420277:30 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandJersey BoysNational Theatre - DC • 1,705 seatsNational Theatre - DC1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $102Avg. price ~ $285Tickets Available: 215View Tickets
- May0420277:30 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYLatin History for MoronsThe Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 222063806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206From $87Avg. price ~ $112Tickets Remaining: 7View Tickets
- May0420277:30 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYRomeo and JulietMichael R. Klein Theatre450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $134Avg. price ~ $209Tickets Available: 68View Tickets
- May0520277:30 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYRomeo and JulietMichael R. Klein Theatre450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $133Avg. price ~ $346Tickets Remaining: 10View Tickets
- May0520277:30 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandJersey BoysNational Theatre - DC • 1,705 seatsNational Theatre - DC1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $105Avg. price ~ $291Tickets Available: 213View Tickets
- May0620272:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYRomeo and JulietMichael R. Klein Theatre450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $133Avg. price ~ $321Tickets Remaining: 4View Tickets
- May0620277:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYHigh DemandJersey BoysNational Theatre - DC • 1,705 seatsNational Theatre - DC1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200041321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004From $102Avg. price ~ $287Tickets Available: 220View Tickets
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Romeo and Juliet
MUSICAL / PLAY450 7th Street Nw
Upcoming Shows: 16
Next Show: May 01, 2027 2:00 PM
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Jersey Boys
MUSICAL / PLAY1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw
Upcoming Shows: 20
Next Show: May 01, 2027 2:00 PM
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Caleb Teicher
DANCE51 Mannakee Street
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 01, 2027 7:30 PM
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Latin History For Morons
MUSICAL / PLAY3806 South Four Mile Run
Upcoming Shows: 32
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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Take Me Out
MUSICAL / PLAY10145 Colesville Rd
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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El Coronel No Tiene Quien Le Escriba
MUSICAL / PLAY3333 14th St NW
Upcoming Shows: 14
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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Fences
MUSICAL / PLAY603 Edmonston Dr
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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Follies
MUSICAL / PLAY610 F St. Nw
Upcoming Shows: 13
Next Show: May 18, 2027 7:30 PM
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The Bodyguard - The Musical
MUSICAL / PLAY1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw
Upcoming Shows: 25
Next Show: May 18, 2027 7:30 PM
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Legally Blonde
MUSICAL / PLAY7750 Capital One Tower Rd.
Upcoming Shows: 16
Next Show: May 21, 2027 8:00 PM
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Washington DC Show Venues
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Capital One Hall
Tysons Corner, VA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 3
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F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
Rockville, MD
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 5
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GALA Hispanic Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 14
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Michael R. Klein Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 16
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National Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 20
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Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center
Rockville, MD
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 1
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Sidney Harman Hall
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 13
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Silver Spring Stage
Silver Spring, MD
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 5
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The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington
Arlington, VA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 32
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About Washington DC Shows in May
May Shows FAQ
Common questions about shows during May 2027.
What shows are happening in Washington DC during May 2027?
Browse 109 upcoming theatre performances, Broadway productions, comedy shows, family entertainment, dance performances, musicals, and live stage events taking place throughout Washington DC.
When is the next scheduled show?
The next scheduled performance takes place at National Theatre - DC on May 1, 2027. Browse the complete schedule to discover additional upcoming shows throughout the month.
How much do show tickets cost?
Show tickets currently start at $33. Prices vary by production, venue, seating location, ticket demand, and availability.
Which venues host the most shows?
Major theatres, performing arts centers, comedy clubs, casinos, and entertainment venues throughout Washington DC regularly host Broadway tours, theatre productions, comedy performances, family shows, and other live entertainment.
Are family-friendly shows available during May?
Yes. Many venues present family entertainment, children's productions, magic shows, seasonal attractions, and other live performances suitable for all ages.
Where can I buy tickets for shows?
Tickets may be available through venues, promoters, official ticketing providers, and authorized ticket marketplaces. Compare available ticket options before purchasing.
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