Washington DC Shows in May 2027

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  • Updated: November 9, 2026
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Browse 110 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.

  • 110 Upcoming Shows
  • May 1 Next Show
  • $27 Lowest Price
  • $133 Average Price
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  • Jersey Boys
  • May 1 · 2:00 PM · National Theatre - DC
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Updated Daily • Upcoming Shows: 110
  • May 01, 2027, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Jersey Boys at National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $93, Avg. price ~ $346, Tickets Available: 200. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Romeo and Juliet at Michael R. Klein Theatre, 450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $58, Avg. price ~ $67, Tickets Remaining: 1. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Romeo and Juliet at Michael R. Klein Theatre, 450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $102, Avg. price ~ $198, Tickets Remaining: 3. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — DANCE, Weekend Event: Caleb Teicher & Nic Gareiss: Ear To The Ground at Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, MD 20850. From $47, Avg. price ~ $56, Tickets Available: 34. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Jersey Boys at National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $102, Avg. price ~ $360, Tickets Available: 169. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Fences at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851. From $33, Avg. price ~ $38, Tickets Available: 71. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: El Coronel No Tiene Quien Le Escriba at GALA Hispanic Theatre, 3333 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010. From $43, Avg. price ~ $73, Tickets Available: 79. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Take Me Out at Silver Spring Stage, 10145 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20901. From $41, Avg. price ~ $47, Tickets Available: 48. View Tickets
  • May 01, 2027, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Latin History for Morons at The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington, 3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206. From $76, Avg. price ~ $104, Tickets Remaining: 4. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Jersey Boys at National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $102, Avg. price ~ $353, Tickets Available: 175. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Take Me Out at Silver Spring Stage, 10145 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20901. From $41, Avg. price ~ $47, Tickets Available: 44. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: El Coronel No Tiene Quien Le Escriba at GALA Hispanic Theatre, 3333 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010. From $36, Avg. price ~ $66, Tickets Available: 87. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Latin History for Morons at The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington, 3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206. From $92, Avg. price ~ $107, Tickets Remaining: 2. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Fences at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851. From $32, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 73. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 7:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Jersey Boys at National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $102, Avg. price ~ $442, Tickets Available: 161. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 7:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Romeo and Juliet at Michael R. Klein Theatre, 450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $133, Avg. price ~ $211, Tickets Remaining: 21. View Tickets
  • May 02, 2027, 7:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Latin History for Morons at The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington, 3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206. From $92, Avg. price ~ $115, Tickets Remaining: 2. View Tickets
  • May 04, 2027, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: Jersey Boys at National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $102, Avg. price ~ $511, Tickets Available: 136. View Tickets
  • May 04, 2027, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: Latin History for Morons at The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington, 3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206. From $87, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Remaining: 7. View Tickets
  • May 04, 2027, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Romeo and Juliet at Michael R. Klein Theatre, 450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $134, Avg. price ~ $211, Tickets Available: 68. View Tickets
  • May 05, 2027, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Romeo and Juliet at Michael R. Klein Theatre, 450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $133, Avg. price ~ $354, Tickets Remaining: 10. View Tickets
  • May 05, 2027, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: Jersey Boys at National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $123, Avg. price ~ $515, Tickets Available: 130. View Tickets
  • May 06, 2027, 2:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Romeo and Juliet at Michael R. Klein Theatre, 450 7th Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $133, Avg. price ~ $328, Tickets Remaining: 4. View Tickets
  • May 06, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: Jersey Boys at National Theatre - DC • 1,705 seats, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20004. From $102, Avg. price ~ $511, Tickets Available: 136. View Tickets
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Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet
MUSICAL / PLAY
450 7th Street Nw
Upcoming Shows: 16
Next Show: May 01, 2027 2:00 PM
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Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys
MUSICAL / PLAY
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw
Upcoming Shows: 28
Next Show: May 01, 2027 2:00 PM
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Caleb Teicher
Caleb Teicher
DANCE
51 Mannakee Street
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 01, 2027 7:30 PM
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Latin History For Morons
Latin History For Morons
MUSICAL / PLAY
3806 South Four Mile Run
Upcoming Shows: 32
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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Take Me Out
Take Me Out
MUSICAL / PLAY
10145 Colesville Rd
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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El Coronel No Tiene Quien Le Escriba
El Coronel No Tiene Quien Le Escriba
MUSICAL / PLAY
3333 14th St NW
Upcoming Shows: 14
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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Fences
Fences
MUSICAL / PLAY
603 Edmonston Dr
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 01, 2027 8:00 PM
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Nai-ni Chen Dance Company
Nai-ni Chen Dance Company
DANCE
1234 Ingleside Ave
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 07, 2027 7:00 PM
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Follies
Follies
MUSICAL / PLAY
610 F St. Nw
Upcoming Shows: 13
Next Show: May 18, 2027 7:30 PM
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The Bodyguard - The Musical
The Bodyguard - The Musical
MUSICAL / PLAY
1321 Pennsylvania Ave Nw
Upcoming Shows: 25
Next Show: May 18, 2027 7:30 PM
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Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde
MUSICAL / PLAY
7750 Capital One Tower Rd.
Upcoming Shows: 16
Next Show: May 21, 2027 8:00 PM
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Alden Theatre
Mclean, VA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 07, 2027
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Capital One Hall
Tysons Corner, VA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 3
Next Show: May 21, 2027
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F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
Rockville, MD
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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GALA Hispanic Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 14
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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Michael R. Klein Theatre
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 16
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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National Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 20
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center
Rockville, MD
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 1
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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Sidney Harman Hall
Washington, DC
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 13
Next Show: May 18, 2027
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Silver Spring Stage
Silver Spring, MD
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington
Arlington, VA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 32
Next Show: May 01, 2027
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About Washington DC Shows in May

Spring brings 110 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.

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