The anticipation in the air was palpable as the cast and crew of Unknown Soldier gathered with Arena Stage staff for the first rehearsal of what promises to be a heartwarming musical experience. The energy in the room was filled with excitement, setting the stage for a journey that [...]
It is incredibly rare to read a play that not only invokes both historical and contemporary reflections on education and its role in the enduring struggle for equality but places those issues squarely in our city. Just a few miles north of our beloved Arena Stage lives the historic [...]
Designing a season is one of the primary responsibilities – and greatest joys – of being an artistic director. Since arriving at Arena Stage last summer, the question I’ve been asked the most is, “What is my artistic vision for this historic institution?” Specifically, what kind of shows [...]
