Suggestions for Performing Arts Venue near Washington

Caitlin L. • August 5, 2015Beautiful opera house, with great outside views. Arrive early before shows to listen to the free band

Jill J. • January 28, 2011Visitor information desk, gift shop, and audio guides located in this hallway.

Pauline S. • June 12, 2012Absolutely love seeing shows here.

Phinesse D. • April 20, 2013Beautiful facility! Holds sound very well.

Michael R. • May 1, 2013A hidden gem in the Nation's Capital.

Eric D. • September 4, 2012Really great, free performances on the Millennium Stage. Definitely worth checking out. Also, they offer free shuttles to the metro stop every 10 minutes!

Dori K. • June 20, 2010You've got to see Legends. So smart and funny :-)

Isaac P. • August 6, 2011Breathtakingly beautiful grounds are often overshadowed by the Cathedral itself. Take time to walk around the outside too!

Trolly • August 5, 2011One of the architectural triumphs in SW. it's a beauty.

Adam B. • July 17, 2015Great place to take in a Shakespeare classic! Excellent acoustics.

Myra C. • September 16, 2011Easy parking in the Giant parking garage. You can validate for $4.00

Keith M. • October 21, 2011This GW University venue is one of the best places to see theatrical performances of music, comedy, or other shows.

Vesper A. • October 25, 2017Recently renovated, the Lincoln Theatre is a lovely space for performances that is convenient to Metro. It’s also next door to Ben’s, and the mural.

Vesper A. • October 9, 2017Mostly have gone here for theatre. The black boxes are great for intimate and interactive shows. Drinks are available at a small counter. Beautiful inside & good location. Parking can be annoying.

Patrick C. • November 4, 2010Mia Pomerantz is THE best guitar teacher for kids.

DC Preservation League • July 25, 2011Founded by Miguel "Mike" Uline, this ice plant and arena was built by the Consolidated Engineering Company of Baltimore by the plant's architect Otto Kubitz and Martin Koening Jr.

Kurtis S. • November 9, 2019What an awesome array of artistic offerings and programs!

Robert W. • December 29, 2013The best little theatre in DC.

Camille W. • May 30, 2015An exact replica of the Globe in London. Great for watching original Shakespeare pieces.

John B. • January 20, 2016Excellent view of the stage from all seats

Lauren O. • January 22, 2012Two Men of Verona is a great show! The modern twists are fun. The acting is superb! And the lead actors are hot and shirtless ;)

- B. • July 30, 2011Excellent theatre near the Metro station & w/ amazing food options to the N and W. Highly recommended if visiting the Mall & looking for something to do after the museums close.

Ebrahim B. • May 20, 2017Beautiful inside with vaulted ceilings and a huge chandelier!

M Squared Real Estate • August 20, 2011The small museum has a replica of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, and an Elizabethan garden in the back, and is nice to visit combined with a performance.

Lee H. • June 22, 2013This is one of the better theatre's I've been to in my experience with the arts. The staff are very friendly and they have some of the best shows for the whole family. They also offer free concerts.

Sonja S. • October 26, 2014Small theater; great new plays. "Absolutely! (perhaps)" was oddly intriguing (maybe)

Danielle D. • July 13, 2018DC's newest venue. Great spot to catch a show. The Wharf is perfect for exploring afterwards. Tons of spots to grab dinner or an after concert drink.

Lauren A. • September 18, 2015Great theatre, intimate space

Lauren :. • December 11, 2009by FAR the best place to see a show in DC.