Erin Weaver
Video: Watch 'I Wanna Go Back' From SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED at Signature Theatre (Apr 9, 2026)
Interview: Theatre Life with Bill Sherman (Apr 1, 2026)
Interview: Theatre Life with Nick Blaemire (Mar 26, 2026)
BIO
Erin Weaver is a five-time Helen Hayes Award-winning actress as well as having two additional Helen Hayes Awards for Best Ensemble (Sense and Sensibility at the Folger Theater) and Best Musical Adaption (The Gift of Nothing commissioned by the Kennedy Center, award shared with Patrick McDonnell, Aaron Posner and Andy Mitton). She is currently a Helen Hayes Award nominee for the role of Katherine in Arena Stage’s production of Newsies. Erin also won a Helen Hayes Award for Kattrin in Mother Courage and Her Children directed by Molly Smith, starring Kathleen Turner at Arena Stage. Locally, she has also performed at Signature, The Folger, Round House, Theater J, Imagination Stage, and Adventure Theatre. She played Young Cossette/Young Eponine in the First National Tour of Les Miserablesand has performed at regional theaters across the country. She has created and taught in education programs for theaters including Arena Stage, Two River, 1812 Productions, and People’s Light & Theatre. Erin has a BFA from the University of the Arts and she completed the NYU Steinhardt School Drama in Education (England) and Community Engaged Theatre (Ireland) summer abroad programs. She lives locally with her husband, director and playwright Aaron Posner, and her fabulous daughter, Maisie.
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Awards and Nominations
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Erin WeaverThe Gift of Nothing
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Erin WeaverOrdinary Days
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Erin WeaverMother Courage and Her Children
Erin WeaverThe Last Five Years
Erin WeaverRomeo & Juliet
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Erin WeaverCompany
Erin WeaverXanadu
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Erin WeaverArcadia
Videos
Video: Watch 'One Man Wrecking Machine' From Signature Theatre's SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED
by Michael Major - 2026-03-04 11:30:20
Exclusive Video: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-11-05 10:14:30
Exclusive: 'Comedy Tonight' from Signature Theatre's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-17 10:11:00
Video: Watch The Cast of Signature Theatre's PRIVATE JONES Perform 'Now the Bastards Join the Fight'
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-22 16:12:26
Video: Get An Exclusive First Look At PRIVATE JONES At Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-14 13:00:20
Video: Go Behind-The-Scenes of PRIVATE JONES at Signature Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-11 09:55:16
Exclusive: Get A First Listen to 'South Wales Borderers' from Signature Theatre's PRIVATE JONES
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-30 13:00:20
VIDEO: Nova Y. Payton Sings 'Last Midnight' From INTO THE WOODS at Signature Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2022-11-15 09:37:49
VIDEO: Cast of Signature Theatre's INTO THE WOODS Rehearses Title Song
by Alan Henry - 2022-10-26 12:58:01
VIDEO: Sneak Peek at 'Animals, Animals' from New Musical 'ME... JANE' at The Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - 2017-11-06 17:01:40
STAGE TUBE: Behind-the-Scenes with Kathleen Turner & More in Arena Stage's MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN
by Christina Mancuso - 2014-01-02 11:19:55
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Matthew Scott, Sherri L. Edelen and More in Signature's COMPANY
by Christina Mancuso - 2013-06-21 13:00:33
News
by Michael Major - Apr 9, 2026
Signature Theatre has shared an exclusive look Preston Truman Boyd singing 'I Wanna Go Back' from Safety Not Guaranteed. Watch the video from Ryan Miller and Nick Blaemire's musical now!
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 1, 2026
Today’s subject Bill Sherman is currently living his theatre life as the Musical Supervisor, Orchestrator, and Arranger for Signature Theatre’s new musical Safety Not Guaranteed. The production plays through April 12th in Signature’s MAX space.
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 26, 2026
Today’s subject Nick Blaemire is currently living his theatre life at Signature Theatre as the book writer for the new musical Safety Not Guaranteed. The show runs through April 12th in Signature Theatre’s MAX space.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 24, 2026
Signature Theatre has released a first look video of SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED, featuring the song Chocolate Milk. Check out the all-new video, performed by Mia Pak.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
All new production photos have been released from Safety Not Guaranteed at Signature Theatre, a new musical with music and lyrics by Ryan Miller and a book by Nick Blaemire. Check out the photos here!
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2026
Signature Theatre has shared an exclusive look at the cast of Safety Not Guaranteed performing 'One Man Wrecking Machine.' Watch the video from Ryan Miller and Nick Blaemire's musical now!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
Signature Theatre will present Safety Not Guaranteed, a new indie-rock musical by Ryan Miller of Guster and book writer Nick Blaemire. Based on the 2012 film, the production explores time travel, regret, and risk through a contemporary musical lens.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 12, 2025
Today’s subject Maisie Posner is currently living her theatre life onstage at Round House Theatre sharing the role of Emma with Avery Harris in Rules for Living. The production runs through January 4th and marks her Round House Theatre debut.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Ford's Theatre held its fourth annual Military Appreciation Night performance of A Christmas Carol. This special event is designed to honor and celebrate the holiday season with members of the military and their families.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
Craig Wallace will once again take the stage as Ebenezer Scrooge in Ford's Theatre beloved holiday production of A Christmas Carol. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025
The 41st Helen Hayes Awards took place on May 19, 2025, at The Anthem, honoring excellence in Washington D.C. theatre. Signature Theatre led with six wins. Awards were presented in 41 categories from 165 eligible 2024 productions.
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 23, 2025
On April 28th at 7:30pm the best arts education institution in the DMV will host one of their signature events and trust me, it’s something you really don’t want to miss.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2025
Explore the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Nominees, including standout performances by Bonnie Milligan and Beanie Feldstein. The awards will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 18, 2024
Today’s subject Christopher Bloch is currently living his theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre playing the role of Senex in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. The production runs through January 12th in Signature’s MAX space.
by David Friscic - Nov 10, 2024
Shenanigans and Sondheim are a great combination in Signature Theatre’s production of the beloved musical farce A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024
Get an exclusive first look at photos of Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Check out the photos here!
by Joshua Wright - Nov 5, 2024
Get an exclusive first look at Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 17, 2024
Go inside rehearsals for Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Watch the cast perform 'Comedy Tonight' in this exclusive video!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the classic musical comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 22, 2024
Get a first look at the company of Signature Theatre's Private Jones performing 'Now the Bastards Join the Fight' in an all-new video.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Outstanding Play or Musical Adaptation (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Gift of Nothing , Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical, HAYES Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Ordinary Days, Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Play, HAYES Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mother Courage and Her Children, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Last Five Years, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Romeo & Juliet, Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Company, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Xanadu and Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Arcadia.
Erin Weaver has won several prestigious awards, including: Outstanding Play or Musical Adaptation (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Gift of Nothing; Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical, HAYES Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Ordinary Days; Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Play, HAYES Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mother Courage and Her Children; Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Company; and Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Arcadia.
Videos
