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Best Shows in November 2024

Six at National Theater

Six

Henry VIII's six wives are stepping out from his shadow and into the spotlight! Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, this musical celebration of 16th-century girl power debuted on the West End in 2018 to fantastic reviews. With an infectious songbook and costumes to make Gaga jealous, this outstanding and multi-award-winning show pushes the boundaries of musical theatre. Nominated for ten Drama Desk Awards and the recipient of two 2022 Tony Awards!

The Washington Ballet - The Nutcracker at Warner Theater

The Washington Ballet - The Nutcracker

Septime Webre's The Nutcracker returns to the Warner Theatre to offer a historical twist on this family favorite. Set in our nation's capital and filled with hints of Americana, this production features the heroic George Washington as the Nutcracker, King George III as the Rat King, and cherry blossoms dancing on the Potomac. This is a patriotic holiday tradition that cannot be missed!

Manassas Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Hylton Performing Arts Center

Manassas Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker

Join the Manassas Ballet Theatre, the Hylton Performing Arts Center's resident ballet company for their fantastic annual production of The Nutcracker. Brimming with festive fancy, stunning sets, glittering costumes, and choreography all set to Tchaikovsky's unforgettable score, the beloved ballet is the ultimate holiday treat for all the family!

Shear Madness at Kennedy Center Theater Lab

Shear Madness

An American theatre institution, Shear Madness is the longest-running non-musical show in American history. It ran in Boston at the Charles Playhouse for over 30 years and has enjoyed hugely successful productions the world over. Now it continues in Washington DC for its open run at the Kennedy Center, in time for the holiday season! Part comedy farce and part murder mystery, no two shows are the same!

Virginia National Ballet - The Nutcracker at Hylton Performing Arts Center

Virginia National Ballet - The Nutcracker

The charming story of The Nutcracker returns courtesy of the Virginia National Ballet. The family favorite, which is set to Tchaikovsky's famous score, has planted itself in the heart of families for generations and now's that chance to make it a tradition of yours. You'll be transported to the land of snow and the kingdom of sweets with this stunning production. The visual splendor will have your eyes transfixed on this festive tale which is a true treat for all ages.

Washington National Opera - Macbeth at Kennedy Center Opera House

Washington National Opera - Macbeth

Obsession, tragedy, and bloodthirsty ambition form the heart of Verdi's take on Macbeth, bringing a taut tale of murder in the Scottish highlands to the Kennedy Center this November. Conducted by Evan Rogister and directed by Brenna Corner, Etienne Dupuis and Ewa Plonka star as the doomed Lord and Lady Macbeth in this thrilling production from the Washington National Opera!

Philadelphia Ballet: The Nutcracker at Kennedy Center Opera House

Philadelphia Ballet: The Nutcracker

George Balanchine's The Nutcracker is one of the most treasured holiday treats, and the Philadelphia Ballet's glittering production is one of the best! Back for 2024, join Clara and the Nutcracker Prince on their unforgettable journey across the world, and into the realm of fantasy, set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score. With wonderful characters including the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy and the terrifying Mouse King, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Washington National Opera - Fidelio at Kennedy Center Opera House

Washington National Opera - Fidelio

Washington National Opera presents their rendition of Ludwig van Beethoven's only opera which was first performed in 1805. This compelling opera full of adventure and suspense was last showcased by Welsh National Opera over 30 years ago. This upcoming 2024 production signifies the inaugural partnership between Artistic Director Francesca Zambello and Music Director Designate Robert Spano, a distinguished conductor who has been honoured with four Grammy Awards.

Drunk Shakespeare at The Sage Theatre

Drunk Shakespeare

Take a journey to a mysterious hidden venue where mayhem awaits! Enter through a secret door and discover a glam cocktail bar and library where the infamous Drunk Shakespeare Society are ready to perform! But the main event really begins when one actor takes to the stage after at least five shots of whiskey and attempts to perform an entire play by William Shakespeare. No two shows are the same, four sober actors must try and keep the script going whilst one actor tackles the script through blurred vision and slurred words.

Sarah Silverman at Kennedy Center Concert Hall

Sarah Silverman

Sarah Silverman embarks on her brand new US tour, 'Sarah Silverman: Postmortem'. She may have become known for her no-holds-barred exploration of taboo subjects, but an incisive and brave performer lives underneath all that controversy. She rose through the stand-up ranks in the 00s, and created her own eponymous Comedy Central show, The Sarah Silverman Program. Be warned though - no subject is taboo for this leading comedian!

Dan and Phil at Capital One Hall

Dan and Phil

Can we say YouTube Legends? Uk duo Dan and Phil amassed over 17.6 million subscribers since opening their channel in 2009, are leaving their computers behind and returning to stages across the country on 'The Terrible Influence' tour. Following on from 2 very successful previous tours, Dan and Phil return to rant, roast, battle each other, and give their fans a sneak peek into their lives with their funny anecdotes.

Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show at Lincoln Theater

Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show

The Queens of Christmas return for 2024 with another holiday spectacular for everyone naughty or nice! Making the yuletide gay since 2018, this glorious collaboration from two of RuPaul's DragRace's most glittering alumni is the perfect tonic for the hysteria of the holiday season, with boozy holiday cheer infused with good old razzle-dazzle song and dance numbers, copious amounts of eggnog and classic carols with a cheeky drag twist. If you're Nutcracker-phobic then this double act has your alternative holiday entertainment sorted, Jinkx will spice things up and Dela will cover them in sugar!

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