Theater Catalog
Curious which theaters That Teen on the Scene has reviewed? Here’s an alphabetized guide of local professional, community, and high school theaters, with links to reviews from each company’s productions!
Acting For Young People
“Serving Northern Virginia since 1997, AFYP provides professional-level training in a supportive and fun environment that empowers young actors with lifelong skills valuable both on stage and off. AFYP’s programs include acting camps, after school programs, showcase productions, workshops, and touring productions, and is the theater program of the Mason Community Arts Academy.”
City of Fairfax Theatre Company
“Since 2009, CFTC has been dedicated to generating live performing arts experiences by and for our community. A hallmark of CFTC productions is the opportunity for many generations to appear onstage together. Participating in theatre together helps to bridge generational gaps and encourage community building. Our season includes main stage performances, as well as a vibrant summer drama camp for young people, plus workshops and day camps throughout the year.”
Creative Cauldron
“Our programs and performances currently serve approximately 12,000 patrons annually from the City of Falls Church and surrounding counties as well as from Maryland, the District and visitors to the DC metro area. Many of our productions are completely original works conceived of by our Founder and Producing Director, Laura Connors Hull, alongside our amazing circle of teaching artists, including acclaimed composer Matt Conner and scenic designer Margie Jervis.”
Good Shepherd Players
“The Good Shepherd Players has been a musical theater ministry at our parish for the past 45 years and has delighted us as well as the surrounding community.” “After reviewing Players’ staffing shortages, lack of volunteers, and other challenges, the board made the difficult decision that it is time to conclude the Good Shepherd Players ministry at the end of 2026…in early 2027 we plan to form a committee of parishioners and former Players to discern how a theatrical ministry might grow at Good Shepherd.”
Jewish Community Center Community Theatre
“NextStop Theatre, a nonprofit professional theater based in Herndon, produces intimate, boundary-pushing theatrical experiences for the Washington metropolitan area. We stage new works and reimagine existing plays and musicals that spark meaningful dialogue, and create educational programs that open doors, nurture creativity, and inspire the next generation.”
NextStop Theatre
NOVA Nightsky Theater
“NOVA Nightsky Theater was founded in later summer of 2021 by actor / producer Jaclyn Robertson and playwright / director Ward Kay. While our first show was performed outdoors in the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have performed 26 productions in all different types of venues aligning with our mission of producing theater in unconventional spaces. As such, we maintain tight budgets and create shows utilizing the amazing talents of our company members and casts.”
Prince William Little Theatre
“Prince William Little Theatre (PWLT) is a community theater organization based in Manassas, Virginia, Prince William County. Providing quality local community theater since 1984, we are an all-volunteer non-profit organization partly funded by grants from the Prince William County Park Authority, the City of Manassas, and private contributions. We provide quality community theater productions (musicals, plays, drama, comedy, and one-act performances) several times a year as well as fundraisers.”
Reston Community Players
“For nearly 60 years, Reston Community Players has celebrated artistic excellence in a community theatre setting, entertaining audiences, providing an home for artists and craftsmen, and bringing joy, laughter, and empathy to our community! Attracting artists and audiences from across the DMV, Reston Community Players is a founding partner of the Reston Community Center and has called it home since the late 1970's.”
Rockville Musical Theatre
“Rockville Musical Theatre (RMT), a volunteer organization, is dedicated to the presentation of high quality musical theatre designed to entertain and enrich the community while showcasing local talent. Rockville Musical Theatre produces three musicals each year: one typically performed in the spring at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn at Arts on the Green; the remaining two shows are produced in the summer and fall at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre.”
Signature Theatre
“Signature Theatre is a Tony Award-winning regional theater company based in Arlington, Virginia” “Signature Theatre’s vision is to be the premier producer of new and innovative musical theater in the country and to serve, enrich, inspire and impact our community. Signature Theatre’s mission is to broaden and brighten the region’s cultural landscape with bold productions of challenging new and established works and engaging education and outreach programs.”
Stars Performing Arts
“STARS is an educational, non-profit theatre company based in Fairfax, Virginia. Through our camps, classes, and full production season, we promote growth by providing unique theatrical experiences for students of all ages and experience levels. STARS’ commitment to an approachable, supportive atmosphere gives students the freedom to take risks, explore, and grow.”
Sterling Playmakers
“Sterling Playmakers is a non-profit 501(c)(3) community theatre organization in partnership with Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services and the Sterling Community Center. Founded in 1996, Sterling Playmakers provides amateur community theatre performed by local residents for the entire Loudoun community. We are proud to present quality, family-friendly entertainment.”
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Vienna Youth Players
“You can’t stop the beat when Vienna Youth Players (VYP) stages a popular summer musical production. Sponsored by the Town of Vienna, a staff of theatre professionals work with students ages 10-18 in a positive, inclusive and fun environment to create a musical production. Previous performances include ‘Newsies,’ ‘Anastasia,’ ‘Shrek,’ and ‘Seussical.’”
Workhouse Performing Arts
“A place once known for confinement is now a symbol of freedom & creativity where expression, enrichment, & entrepreneurialism flourish. We strive to harness the power of the arts to engage, heal & inspire communities through creativity, cultural enrichment, historic preservation, & positive social impact.”