Theaters in Washington DC

Browse Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses in Washington DC.

Updated: October 20, 2026

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Washington DC has 1,261 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: October 21, 2026 at Sage Theatre - DC. Tickets start at $95, averaging $140. Updated October 20, 2026.

The most complete guide to live theaters in Washington DC for 2026–2027.

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Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses hosting Broadway, musicals, plays, and live performances across Washington DC.

#	Theatre	Upcoming Events	Next Event
1	National Theatre - DC Capacity: 1,705 \| Washington	213	Mamma Mia! Oct27,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
2	The Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington Arlington	211	Merrily We Roll Along Oct21,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
3	The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington Arlington	168	All the World's a Stage Oct21,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
4	Sage Theatre - DC Washington	190	Drunk Dracula Oct21,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
5	Sidney Harman Hall Washington	84	The Score - Play With Brian Cox Oct23,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
6	Ford's Theatre Capacity: 661 \| Washington	57	A Christmas Carol Nov20,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
7	Michael R. Klein Theatre Washington	89	Frida: A Self Portrait Oct25,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
8	Warner Theatre - DC Capacity: 1,847 \| Washington	55	The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker Nov28,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
9	Capital One Hall Tysons Corner	33	Thunder from Down Under Nov12,20268:00 PM	View Tickets
10	GALA Hispanic Theatre Washington	68	Pancho Villa Y Los Ninos De La Bola Oct24,20263:00 PM	View Tickets

All Theaters in Washington DC

Find theaters by location, venue type, capacity, neighborhood, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and live performance schedules.

Next Event: Oct 30, 2026

Next Event: Feb 07, 2027

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Capital One Hall

Tysons Corner, VA

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Events: 32

Next Event: Nov 12, 2026

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CU Cultural Arts Center - Mainstage

Silver Spring, MD

Cultural Venue

Upcoming Events: 1

Next Event: Apr 18, 2027

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DAR Constitution Hall

Washington, DC

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Events: 9

Next Event: Nov 07, 2026

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F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Rockville, MD

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 32

Next Event: Oct 31, 2026

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Fichandler Stage At the Mead Center for American Theater

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 13

Next Event: Oct 21, 2026

Next Event: Nov 20, 2026

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GALA Hispanic Theatre

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 68

Next Event: Oct 24, 2026

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Glenview Mansion

Rockville, MD

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Events: 2

Next Event: Nov 07, 2026

Next Event: Jan 10, 2027

Next Event: Oct 28, 2026

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Michael R. Klein Theatre

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 89

Next Event: Oct 25, 2026

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Music Center At Strathmore

North Bethesda, MD

Arena

Upcoming Events: 5

Next Event: Nov 10, 2026

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National Theatre - DC

Washington, DC

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 213

Next Event: Oct 27, 2026

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Theaters by Type

🎭 Broadway Theaters

Venues hosting Broadway productions, musicals, and touring shows.

🏛️ Performing Arts Centers

Multi-purpose venues for theater, dance, music, and live entertainment.

🎼 Concert Halls

Classical music, orchestra performances, and special events.

🩰 Ballet Venues

Ballet productions, dance performances, and cultural events.

🎶 Opera Houses

Opera productions, classical performances, and special programs.

🎬 Historic Theaters

Landmark venues hosting live performances and special events.

🎟️ Regional Theaters

Professional productions, touring shows, and local performances.

🎨 Cultural Centers

Theater, music, dance, and community arts programming.

Theater Venue Types

Where Live Performances Take Place

Venue Type	Events
Broadway Theaters	Broadway shows and touring productions
Performing Arts Centers	Theater, dance, music, and cultural events
Concert Halls	Classical music and orchestra performances
Opera Houses	Opera and vocal performances
Ballet Venues	Dance and ballet productions
Regional Theaters	Plays, musicals, and local productions
Historic Theaters	Live entertainment and special events
Cultural Centers	Arts programming and community events

About Theaters

Performing Arts Venues in Washington DC

Theaters in Washington DC include Broadway venues, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, and cultural institutions. Explore locations throughout the region hosting musicals, plays, dance performances, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live entertainment.

Upcoming Shows at Washington DC Venues

See what's on at the venues listed below — Broadway shows, ballet, and live events happening soon across Washington DC.

Oct
21
2026
7:00 PM
Wed
MUSICAL / PLAY
Drunk Dracula
Drunk Dracula
Sage Theatre - DC
Sage Theatre - DC
1100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 200051100 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005
From $121Avg. price ~ $140Tickets Remaining: 8
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Oct
21
2026
7:30 PM
Wed
DANCE
Best Value
Step Afrika's The Fruits of Our Labor
Step Afrika's The Fruits of Our Labor
Fichandler Stage At the Mead Center for American Theater • 680 seats
Fichandler Stage At the Mead Center for American Theater
101 6th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024101 6th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
From $100Avg. price ~ $124Tickets Available: 35
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Oct
21
2026
7:30 PM
Wed
MUSICAL / PLAY
Love's The Thang
Love's The Thang
Theater Arts Arena
Theater Arts Arena
51 Mannakee Street, North Bethesda, MD 2085251 Mannakee Street, North Bethesda, MD 20852
Avg. price ~ $27Tickets Remaining: 8
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Oct
21
2026
7:30 PM
Wed
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
Merrily We Roll Along
Merrily We Roll Along
The Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington
The Max at Signature Theatre - Arlington
4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, VA 222064200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, VA 22206
From $122Avg. price ~ $174Tickets Remaining: 28
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Oct
21
2026
7:30 PM
Wed
MUSICAL / PLAY
Best Value
All the World's a Stage
All the World's a Stage
The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington
The Ark at Signature Theatre - Arlington
3806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 222063806 South Four Mile Run, Arlington, VA 22206
From $95Avg. price ~ $118Tickets Remaining: 3
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Washington DC Theaters FAQ

Common Questions About Theaters

What types of theaters are included?

The directory includes Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, regional theaters, and cultural centers.

Can I see upcoming performances at each venue?

Yes. Theater pages include upcoming shows, performance schedules, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are theaters located only in Washington DC?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, cultural districts, and regional performing arts destinations.

What events take place at performing arts centers?

Performing arts centers may host Broadway shows, plays, ballet, opera, concerts, comedy shows, and special events.

Do theater pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, accessibility information, venue capacity, and ticket options.

Are opera houses and ballet venues included?

Yes. Opera houses, ballet theaters, and dance venues are included when available.

Can I find historic theaters?

Yes. Historic and landmark theaters hosting live performances may be featured.

How often are theater listings updated?

Venue information and performance schedules are updated regularly as new events are announced.