Hana S. Sharif

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.

Arena Stage Announces Cast And Creative Team For New Thriller DATA
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2024

Arena Stage announced the cast and creative team for the new thriller DATA.

Multi-Hyphenate Artist And Artistic Leader Nataki Garrett Named Chair Of Theatre Communications Group Board
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024

Nataki Garrett, a multi-hyphenate artist and artistic leader, was announced as the new Chair of the TCG Board. Learn more about her vision and plans for the future of the organization.

Cast Set for John Leguizamo's World Premiere THE OTHER AMERICANS at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2024

Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for the world-premiere drama THE OTHER AMERICANS, written by John Leguizamo. The Other Americans follows Leguizamo as Nelson Castro, a Colombian-Puerto Rican laundromat owner determined to give his family a better life—but at what cost? Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage
by Jake Bridges - Sep 15, 2024

What did our critic think of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage?

Arena Stage Announces Free Community Day In September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2024

Arena Stage announced a free Community Day featuring performances, workshops, and family-friendly activities on September 15, 2024.

Cast and Creative Team Set for JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.

Arena Stage Adds THE BEDWETTER to 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has added The Bedwetter to its 2024/25 Season. Handpicked as part of Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif's inaugural season, The Bedwetter, the new musical based on comedian Sarah Silverman’s heartfelt memoir, will make its D.C. premiere next year.

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More Set For Arena Stage's 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024

Arena Stage has announced its 74th season, including a blend of new works and reimagined classics. Learn more about the full season lineup here!