Got to see the production of School Girls; Or; African Mean Girls Play!…read more Was a great afternoon matinee show. Such a beautiful set design and humorous cast. Loved the intimate theatre and am so excited to see a local show again soon!

We saw a fantastic production of Reefer Madness here. The cast and set and crew were fantastic. It…read morewent on seamlessly. The manager greated us so welcomingly when we got there. She also let us know we could eat and drink in the theater. And let us know about the Intermission pre-ordering which worked great! My snack was waiting for me and I didn't have to wait. The only downside is the small seats, why it's 4 not 5. It was hard to sit for the 2 hour show in the seats. Also they had no recycling for the bottle my beverage came in which was kind of a bummer.

The doors open at 6:30pm and not a minute before. When you arrive, you're given your table number…read moreand you can begin eating at the buffet until the play starts around 8pm. Usually you feel so rushed at these dinner/shows but we had plenty of time. The food was very good and there were choices that should have made everyone happy. I cannot say enough good things about this performance!! We absolutely enjoyed it. None of us had ever been to a Murder Mystery before so we were ready for something new! The 2 Cast members were amazing! They kept us entertained and laughing the entire time! At the intermission, they have coffee/tea and desert at the same time. We appreciated this because you're always too full to eat desert with dinner but this gave everyone plenty of time to be ready for the delightful carrot cake they provided. The 2 Stars also stood around after the event to talk to everyone and take pictures! I highly, highly recommend this event! What made it even more special was that I was able to take my 15-year-old also!

We attended an Agatha Christie-inspired event. It was held in an industrial park building on the…read moresecond floor and came with food. There was a buffet. After that, I have to say things went off the rails a bit. For a start, this is the first "theatre" that had no stage. Not a small stage, no stage at all. We found ourselves, a group of 30-40 people crammed into a large room on the second floor with barely any room in July with AC so weak it was never below 76F. Then the show began. I was expecting a curtain to rise and a stage to appear, but sadly all the story and acting was done between the tables. I will say the acting ranged from surprisingly good to the obviously inispired acting of the audience members who decided to join in. The story was comedic and easy to follow, with references to Sherlock Holmes and even Indiana Jones. Sadly the heat and the terrible location without a stage made it hard to enjoy when the cast is constantly moving around. If they get a proper venue, I am sure they do wonderful things, but this was more like a test run. That I paid for.

This place sucks!the tent where everyone was seated was insanely hot and very cramped.The food and…read moremerchandise was very overpriced.Lastly the bathrooms were disgusting.DO NOT GO HERE.

I am so glad that I did not allow the reviews I saw before going to the show talk me out of going…read more This show was amazing! I attended the 8:30pm show at Potomac Mills on Saturday, 8/1. Here are a few suggestions to make your experience the most enjoyable! 1. Remove any expectations of Cirque de Soleil. This is NOT your traditional Cirque de Soleil show. I have seen three Cirque shows, 2 in Vegas and one at the National Harbor in DC. This show is not on that level, it is however a nice upgraded circus filled with acrobats, water and lots of of oooh's and aaahhhs. We had two children and two adults. The kids are 5 and 7 and the entire time their eyes and mouths were open wide. Besides, you get what you pay for..and the last few Cirque shows I saw I sure didnt get the tickets for as much as a discount as I got these! 2. Arrive early! Especially if you have discounted tickets. We brought our tickets on GoldStar and there are two lines that will form. One to switch your printed confirmations for a wristband and one to actually get in. Call me a super planner, but we arrived in the area at 5pm. Had dinner at Red Robin, got over to the ticket trailer at exactly 6:30pm (wristtbands available 2 hours before the show) and then waited in the car for a few and got in line at 7:15pm (doors opens 1 hour before the show. They were a little delayed (about 5 mins) but it wasnt bad. Yes, its a lot of waiting, BUT we were the 3rd family in line and had front row blue level (the middle level) seating. Remember seats are 1st come, 1st serve. Although the tent is very intimate and there really are no bad seats, we still wanted to pick the seats we wanted without effort. Gold level ticket holders have a special VIP line and get to go in before everyone else. We had blue levels and our seats were fine. 3. Go to a later show. The heat comments freaked me out! We even saw a woman come out of the 5:30pm show as we waiting drenched in sweat. Our show however was very comfortable and cool and I'm thinking because the sun had gone down. It was warm, but not unbearable hot. So if you can go to a show a night. It will help! 4. Bring cash. The price for food was reasonable--$5 slushy, $5 funnel cakes, $3 large popcorns, etc. Not bad! But they only take cash so plan ahead of time. Also- we didn't do this, but bring your own snacks! They did not check our person and a few bags of popcorn in a ziplock and juices and water in a big purse could save you some money! 5. Sit back and enjoy! With a little planning this is can be a very enjoyable show. The show was long! We didn't get out until 11:15pm, BUT the show was so captivating that we didnt even realize that the time had gone by. It really is a great show!

These shows are like off Broadway productions! Support your community theatre! Reston is the place…read moreto go!

I have seen a couple shows that Reston Community Players have done. The current production of "Next…read moreto Normal" is slightly different from the productions that was presented at Arena Stage or Broadway, but they way they adapted was very good. The talent at this community theater is wonderful. They always do a great job. Last season, the production of "August: Osage County" was as good if not better than what I saw in NYC. I look forward to many more productions by this local theater gem.

This review is for the show at the Writers Center, Bethesda, MD, which doesn't seem to have a Yelp…read morepage of its own. I recognize that the Magic Duel takes huge pride in 5 star reviews on Yelp, which I deeply respect. But I did wish that we had seen the show in a different venue. I am no stage expert, but lights and sound do matter a lot in delivery of a magic show for a skeptic like me, going because the significant other loves magic shows. With better lighting, things would have been more "magical" (thinking bottles.) I was also surprised that a bubble artist, as good as she was in her profession, was considered a magician. After some quick research, you will end up at Magic Duel in this genre, so please go to Dupont or Georgetown.

The Magic Duel is just that...two Magicians competing to win the title of best of the night. You…read moredo actually vote on your phone at intermission. Mark Phillips and Ryan Phillips were both terrific. The one we voted for did indeed win, but they were both great! The Saturday we were there, there were two performances. We chose the 5pm one. It's a fast-paced show that kept us laughing, intrigued and highly entertained. A very fun, wonderful way to spend entertainment dollars in DC. Not a bad seat in the house! This is downstairs in the historic Mayflower Hotel, nice and close to the Farragut North Metro Stop. Definitely appropriate for all ages. Highly recommend!

This company was my kids first interaction with theater and musical theater. They provide a…read morenurturing environment and the kids had a very positive and fun experience!

From the owner: TSG Children's Theater provides acting classes in group settings and performance at the Cascades…read moreOverlook Event Center. Children ages 7-14 will learn stage direction, characterization, improvisation, musical theater performance, and much more, taught by a staff that brings over 20 years of educational theater experience.

Mister Barry put on such a great show at our daughter's 5th birthday party! The kids were in…read morestitches the whole time and the parents really enjoyed it as well. Our daughter is still talking about it and it's been weeks since the party. Another classmate brought in one of the goodie bag items for show and share at preschool. We are grateful to him for making it such a fun, joyful, and exciting celebration. He also handled a sensitive situation with one child who got scared at a balloon popping with grace and kindness-he is wonderful with young children. Can't recommend him enough-thank you Mister Barry!

The photo itself tells how engaging the kids were. This is the second time we have Mr Wood with us…read more He came the previous year at my son's 6 year old birthday, and my son wanted to see him again months before his 7th birthday. I contacted Mr Wood, luckily he actually have two different packages, and for older kids, he could teach some tricks. Right after the party. The kids were thrilled and started playing some tricks learnt from Mr Wood. All the kids love him so much. From me, Mr Wood made every party so easy, smooth, and worry free for all the parents

Rise is a wonderful dance studio, with experienced and caring teachers and a great atmosphere for…read moredancers to learn and grow. There is a focus on teaching technique from quality professionals in the field, and the studio is well-run with a drama-free, family-friendly culture. We have been very happy with our participation in the studio, both in rec classes and on the competition team.

From the owner: At RISE, we cultivate every dancer in a secure, welcoming environment. We know that blending…read moreself-discipline, positive reinforcement, and vibrant engagement empowers dancers to reach their fullest potential both on stage and in life. RISE provides diverse programs including recreational and competitive tracks featuring ballet, jazz, lyrical, tap, contemporary, musical theater, hip hop, and acro classes. Within RISE's dance community, dancers forge enduring bonds, boost self-assurance, and hone invaluable life skills like teamwork, dedication, and resilience.

I've worked with Daria and Kirill for a long time, and they are absolutely fantastic. Both are…read moresome of the best ballroom dance teachers I've ever worked with: they have an extensive knowledge of dance, and yet keep all lessons fun and engaging. The dance classes I've taken with them (which have involved everything from ballroom fundamentals to rhythm/Latin dancing and even some occasional ballet-type training) have been consistently top notch. Better still, they genuinely care about their students' dancing: you can tell that they spend a lot of time outside of the studio thinking about how to help their students succeed. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them to anyone, from people with no dance experience whatsoever to experienced DanceSport competitors. Daria and Kirill's new studio, Loudoun School of the Arts, is just as amazing as they are. It's massive, bright, clean, and really conveniently-located, making it ideal for anyone in Northern Virginia. Loudoun School of the Arts is also more than a dance studio: it hosts a wide variety of art, dance, and exercise classes, meaning that it feels far more active and diverse than other dance studios in the area. I have absolutely no doubt that Loudoun School of the Arts is going to become a powerhouse, both in terms of the dance world as well as in terms of providing fantastic art classes in Northern Virginia.

I cannot say enough good things about Loudoun School of the Arts and about Daria and Kirill. I've…read morehad the privilege of knowing them and their family for almost three years. I have seen firsthand their love, joy, and passion for dance, the arts, and most of all their students. They are not only incredibly talented professional dancers and artists, but they are also such genuine people who pour their hearts into everything they do. I've watched their dream of opening this school grow from just an idea to now seeing it as a beautiful and vibrant place for kids and adults to learn, create, and be inspired. They are a true dynamic duo and it's so obvious how much they love this work. I've seen them return from competitions absolutely glowing, talking about their students' commitment and accomplishments, and it is impossible not to be inspired by the way they celebrate and support every single person they teach. What makes this school so special is that it's not just another business or a cookie cutter franchise. This is their heart and their life's work. They are dedicated to providing structure, excellence, and accessibility to anyone who walks through their doors, whether it's children just starting out, adults returning to a passion, or professionals wanting to grow their skills. The programs they've built offer something for everyone: dance, art, music, and design all in one place, making creativity and community more accessible than ever in Loudoun. I feel so lucky to have witnessed up close how much they care for their own children as well as every student they teach. They are exceptional parents, dancers, teachers, and visionaries who have created something truly unique for our community. Loudoun County is beyond blessed to have this school and to have Daria and Kirill leading it. If you're even considering signing up for a class, do it. You won't find more passionate, talented, or caring people to learn from