Hana S. Sharif

Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off on THE BEDWETTER at Arena Stage
by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2025

Sarah Silverman’s The Bedwetter – A New Musical is now on stage at Arena Stage, starring Aria Kane, Shoshana Bean, and more. What did the critics think? Directed by Tony nominee Anne Kauffman, the production is making its regional premiere through March 16, 2025, in the Kreeger Theater, kicking off the second half of Arena Stage Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif’s inaugural season. 

Video: Liz Larsen and Aria Kane Perform 'To Me' from THE BEDWETTER
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025

Sarah Silverman’s The Bedwetter – A New Musical is playing now at Arena Stage, starring Aria Kane, Shoshana Bean, and more. Check out all new video of Liz Larsen and Aria Kane performing the song 'To Me'!

Video: Shoshana Bean and More in THE BEDWETTER at Arena Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025

Sarah Silverman’s The Bedwetter – A New Musical is playing now at Arena Stage, starring Aria Kane, Shoshana Bean, and more. Check out all new video from the production!

Photos: Shoshana Bean and More in THE BEDWETTER at Arena Stage
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025

Sarah Silverman’s The Bedwetter – A New Musical is currently in rehearsals at Arena Stage, starring Aria Kane, Shoshana Bean, and more. Check out all new production photos here!

Arena Stage Partners With Philippe Chow On Cobranded Culinary And Entertainment Experiences
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

The Washington DC location of Philippe Chow Restaurant, known for its modern Beijing style cuisine, and the Tony Award-winning Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater have launched a genuinely collaborative partnership, the first of its kind for both brands.

Christina Anderson & Mfoniso Udofia to Receive the 2024 Steinberg Playwright Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025

The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust has revealed the names of the two outstanding early-to-mid-career playwrights who will be celebrated with 2024 Steinberg Playwright Awards in the amount of $100,000 each. Learn more!

Video: Shoshana Bean and Liz Larsen Discuss THE BEDWETTER
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025

Sarah Silverman’s The Bedwetter – A New Musical is currently in rehearsals at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. See what stars Shoshana Bean and Liz Larsen have to say about the production in the video here!

Cast and Creative Team Set for THE AGE OF INNOCENCE at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for The Age of Innocence. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.

Ashley Blanchet & More Join Shoshana Bean-Led THE BEDWETTER at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed the full cast and creative team for two-time Emmy Award–winning comedian, actress, writer, and producer Sarah Silverman’s The Bedwetter – A New Musical. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Arena Stage Announces First Annual DC Area Performing Arts Camp Fair
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced its first annual DC-Area Performing Arts Camp Fair.

Video: New Look at DEATH ON THE NILE at Arena Stage
by Michael Major - Dec 17, 2024

Watch a new video of the stage adaptation of Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile! Now running at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, the story was adapted for the stage by two-time Tony Award nominee Ken Ludwig.

Interview: Theatre Life with Katie Kleiger
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 16, 2024

I often say that certain things in the theatre are a total mystery to me. Today’s subject Katie Kleiger is currently living her theatre life as Jacqueline de Bellefort in a true mystery of the theatre Agatha Christie’s Death On The Nile. The show runs through December 29th in Arena’s Kreeger Theater space.

Review: DEATH ON THE NILE at Arena Stage
by Mary Lincer - Dec 9, 2024

With Ken Ludwig's adaptation of Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile, Arena Stage's new Artistic Director, Hana S. Sharif, debuts as Director. The sumptuousness of the production may not quite balance with the slightness of the script, but as amusement during the holiday season, Death on the Nile offers fine performances, the fun of puzzling out a mystery, and stunningly beautiful visual elements.

Theatre Communications Group Completes Co-Executive Leadership Team
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, has announced the selection of Alisha Tonsic as Co-Executive Director of National Operations and Business Development.

3RD ANNUAL BLACK MOTHERHOOD AND PARENTING NEW PLAY FESTIVAL Streams New Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024

Blackboard Plays and the Parent Artist Advocacy League will partner to uplift the stories of Black families for the 3rd Annual Black Motherhood and Parenting New Play Festival.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of Agatha Christie's DEATH ON THE NILE at Arena Stage
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater will open Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile this week. Check out photos of the cast and learn more here!

STEP AFRIKA!’S MAGICAL MUSICAL HOLIDAY STEP SHOW to be Presented at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Arena Stage will present the return of D.C.’s favorite holiday tradition, Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Arena Stage Receives Grant of Support from The Mellon Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2024

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has received a transformative two-year grant of $1,500,000 from the Mellon Foundation. Learn more!

Felicia Curry, Nancy Robinette & More to Star in DEATH ON THE NILE at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2024

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater revealed the cast and creative team for Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast and Creative Team Set for DATA By Matthew Libby At Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2024

Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for Data, an intriguingly suspenseful new play designed to take audiences behind the locked doors of Silicon Valley. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.