celebrating 20 years

Sizzlin' Summer Events

Summer is upon us, but that doesn't mean Signature is shutting down! This summer we have three exciting weeks of live performances, concert performances, and cabarets in July, followed by our third annual Target Open House on August 8.

From July 7 through 24, Signature presents three weeks of live music and performance ranging from cabaret and show tunes to jazz, blues, and R&B. In addition, Signature is launching an innovative new program called 21/24 that presents concert performances of new musicals.

On August 8, Signature follows up last year's hugely successful open house with the third annual Target Open House, a full day of free entertainment for the entire family!

 



Sizzlin' Summer Cabaret: July 7 - 22

The Lineup
Revenge of the Understudies
July 7 at 7:30 & 9:30

Starring Jamie Boyle, Mark Chandler, Emily Dey, Maria Egler, Kevin Fraser, Kristiana Jarquin-Moreland, Katie Keyser, Patrick D. McMahan, Chris Mueller, Ryan Murphy, Mathew Schleigh, Laura Wehrmeyer, Julie Wolf, Weslie Woodley


Natascia Diaz with Michael Pemberton
July 8 and 9 at 8:30


Judy Simmons with Howard Breitbart
July 10 at 7:30


Washington Improv Theatre

July 10 at 9:30


Will Gartshore with Rita Dottor
July 11 at 7:30 and 9:30


Stephen Gregory Smith
July 15 at 8:30


Peter Lerman
July 16 at 8:30


Julia Nixon with Dave Ylvasaker
July 17 at 7:30 and 9:30


Euan Morton with Bryan Reeder
July 18 at 7:30


Colleen McHugh
July 18 at 9:30

Euan Morton with Bryan Reeder
July 19 at 7:30


Emily Skinner
July 21 at 8:30

Next Generation Composer Showcase
July 22 at 8:30

Grab some friends and a bottle of wine at Ali's Bar and get ready to celebrate the summer in fabulous musical style. All cabaret tickets are $20, or purchase an ALL-ACCESS PASS for only $75! Call 703 820 9771 for details.

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21/24: July 23 & 24

Signature launches a new series called 21/24 as part of the American Musical Voices Program – the Next Generation, funded by the Shen Family Foundation.  After 21 days of preparation and polishing, on July 23 and 24, two new musicals will be presented in concert in the MAX Theatre, performed by some of Signatures' outstanding artists.  The concert performances include The Hollow, book by Hunter foster (Kiss of the Spider Woman), music and lyrics by Matt Conner (Nevermore) and directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer; and The Boy Detective Fails, book by Joe Meno, music and lyrics by Adam Gwon, and directed by Joe Calarco.

July 23 at 6:00
21/24: The Hollow

July 23 at 8:15
21/24: The Boy Detective Fails
Starring Danny Binstock, Chris Bloch, Sherri L. Edelen, Eleasha Gamble, James Gardiner, Sam Ludwig, Channez McQuay, Amy McWilliams, Margo Seibert, Thomas Simpson, Chris Sizemore, Stephen Gregory Smith, Russell Sunday, Stephanie Waters, and Bayla Whitten

July 24 at 6:00
21/24: The Boy Detective Fails

July 24 at 8:15
21/24: The Hollow
Starring Danny Binstock, Chris Bloch, Sherri L. Edelen, Eleasha Gamble, James Gardiner, Sam Ludwig, Channez McQuay, Amy McWilliams, Margo Seibert, Thomas Simpson, Chris Sizemore, Stephen Gregory Smith, Russell Sunday, Stephanie Waters, and Bayla Whitten

It's bound to be a Sizzlin' Summer!

Grab some friends and a bottle of wine at Ali's Bar and get ready to celebrate the summer in fabulous musical style. All cabaret and 21/24 tickets are $20, or purchase an ALL-ACCESS PASS for only $75! A pass for both 21/24 shows costs $30.  Call 703 820 9771 for details.

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TargetTarget Open House: August 8

Signature's 2009-2010 20th anniversary season kicks of on August 8 with our annual FREE Target Open House. Come enjoy performances and classes followed by a grand finale Broadway-style concert on Signature's Plaza. It's a perfect event for the whole family!

Signature's Target Open House features a variety of performances, talks, and other events starting every fifteen minutes from noon to 9pm in six locations throughout the Theatre. See the schedule below for detailed programming:

 

SIGNATURE THEATRE- 2009 OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE

Plaza
11:45

Plaza Concert: Pam Parker
A regular at Blues Alley, Pam Parker's vocals are expressive, rich, and haunting, ranging from folk to jazz and R&B. Arrive a little early and get a taste of what makes Pam Parker a DC favorite.

 

THE MAX
12:00

Signature Season Highlights Concert
Highlights from this Season's musicals Show Boat, Sweeney Todd, [title of show], Sycamore Trees,and First You Dream: The Kander & Ebb Concert featuring Nick Blaemire, Erin Driscoll, Eleasha Gamble, James Gardiner, Will Gartshore, VaShawn McIwan, & Stephanie Waters.

 

THE ARK
12:15

Overtures Graduates in Concert
Students from Signature's summer musical theater institute perform their favorite songs. This is a chance to see future musical theater stars in the making.

 

Plaza
12:30

Plaza Concert: Pam Parker
A regular at Blues Alley, Pam Parker's vocals are expressive, rich, and haunting, ranging from folk to jazz and R&B. Get a taste of what makes Pam Parker a DC favorite.

SHEN
12:30

Felicia Curry: Acting with Music Master Class
Helen Hayes Award nominee & star of Signature's Les Misérables, Felicia Curry leads a master class in acting a song for pre-selected students from local universities. The class is open to the public to watch and learn followed by a question and answer period.

 

Zickler
12:45

A Conversation with Signature's Production Team
Join Signature Theatre's Production Manager, Tim O'Connell, as he gives you the inside scoop on what it takes to mount a Signature production.

 

Mead Lobby
12:45 - 5:30

Tony® Photo Op!
Signature photographer Chris Mueller will be on hand to help you celebrate Signature's Tony® win! Don't miss the opportunity to be photographed holding Signature's Tony Award®!
Donation required.

 

Lobby
1:00

Lobby Performance: Matt Conner
The Signature experience isn't complete without Matt Conner's music filling the lobby before every show. Get a taste of the Signature experience by enjoying the musical stylings of Nevermore and The Hollow composer Matt Conner in our lobby performance space.

 

THE MAX
1:15

Julia Nixon in Concert
Award winning artist and former Broadway Dreamgirl, Julia Nixon shares her favorites as well as original songs from her debut album, Keepin' On Track.

 

THE ARK
1:30

American Musical Voices Cabaret
Signature is the home for the freshest voices in the musical theater. Come check out the music of some of the most exciting composers today, including Michael John LaChiusa, Ricky Ian Gordon, Joseph Thalken, and featuring excerpts from two new musicals in development at Signature by Matt Conner and Adam Gwon. Featuring Felicia Curry, Sam Ludwig, Stephen Gregory Smith, Bayla Whitten, Weslie Woodley, and Rachel Zampelli.

 

Plaza
1:45

Plaza Concert: Dizzy Miss Lizzie's Roadside Revue
Fresh from the Capital Fringe Festival, Dizzy Miss Lizzie's Roadside Revue is rowdy, raucous and literate. A blend of Rock and Americana, Steve McWilliams and Deb Buonaccorsi's band of musicians is certain to get the streets of Shirlington rockin'.

 

SHEN
2:00

Eric Schaeffer: Performance Master Class
Signature's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer leads a master class for pre-selected students from local universities. The class is open to the public to watch and learn followed by a question and answer period.

 

Library
2:00

Signature Documentary Screening
This film offers an inside look at thedevelopmentof Signature and the transition from The Garage to the new building. The Signature Documentary is directed and produced by Ben Crutchfield and Alexis Van Dyke, edited by Alexis Van Dyke. The 30-minute film will be followed by Q&A with the filmmakers.

 

Lobby
2:15

Lobby Performance: My Audition Book Part I
Ever wondered what songs your favorite actors use in auditions? Join some of Signature's favorite performers as they share with you their favorite songs from their audition books.

 

THE MAX
2:30

Will Gartshore in Concert
Helen Hayes Award winner and star of Signature's Show Boat, Will Gartshore shares his favorite songs in a concert that's not to be missed. Mr. Gartshore's Signature credits include Side Show, Urinetown, Assassins, Allegro,and Merrily We Roll Along.
For mature audiences only.

 

THE ARK
2:45

Signature Sings Sondheim
Signature has become nationally known for its Sondheim productions. See what makes Stephen Sondheim the greatest living composer/lyricist of American musical theater. Featuring Florrie Bagel, Matt Pearson, Aaron Reeder, Chris Sizemore, and Erin Driscoll.

 

Plaza
3:00

Plaza Concert: Temika Moore
Philadelphia native and DC area resident, Temika Moore is jazzy, soulful, and simply organic. Imagine the folk-style of Tracy Chapman meets the refined soul of Anita Baker.

 

SHEN
3:15

Karma Camp: Dance Master Class
Bring along your dance shoes for a master class led by Helen Hayes Award winner Karma Camp (Signature's Kiss of the Spider Woman, Urinetown, and much more). Open for the public to view or participate.

 

Lobby
3:30

Lobby Performance: My Audition Book Part II
Ever wondered what songs your favorite actors use in auditions? Join some of Signature's favorite performers as they share with you their favorite songs from their audition books.

 

THE MAX
3:45

Katie Thompson in Concert
Katie Thompson wowed audiences as Vashti in Signature's Giant. A critically acclaimed recording artist and musical theater performer, watch Katie where she's most at home, behind the piano.

 

Zickler
3:45

A Conversation with Signature's Production Team
Join Signature Theatre's Production Manager, Tim O'Connell, as he gives you the inside scoop on what it takes to mount a Signature production.

 

THE ARK
4:00

Nynth Avenue Drifters
A cross between Crosby, Stills & Nash, the Beatles, and the Beach Boys, the Drifters have a distinct sound with all the great harmony groups they love to love. Featuring Dan Cooney (Broadway's 9 to 5, Signature's Nevermore and Into the Woods), Michael Lanning (Broadway and Ford's Theatre's Civil War) and Andy Lobe.

 

Library
4:00

Signature Documentary Screening
This film offers an inside look at thedevelopmentof Signature and the transition from The Garage to the new building. The Signature Documentary is directed and produced by Ben Crutchfield and Alexis Van Dyke, edited by Alexis Van Dyke. The 30-minute film will be followed by Q&A with the filmmakers.

 

Plaza
4:15

Plaza Concert: Kuku
Nigerian singer/songwriter, Kuku blends the sounds of American soul, folk, jazz music and African rhythms. Hailed by fans as the "African Music Medicine Man," Kuku will fill the streets of Shirlington with his distinctive sound.

 

SHEN
4:30

Michael Baron: Auditioning Master Class
Watch as local university students get behind-the-scenes instruction on the art of auditioning from Signature's own casting director, Michael Baron. Open for the public to view or participate.

 

Lobby
3:30

Lobby Performance: My Audition Book Part III
Ever wondered what songs your favorite actors use in auditions? Join some of Signature's favorite performers as they share with you their favorite songs from their audition books.

 

THE MAX
5:00

Signature Season Highlights Concert
Highlights from this season's musicals Show Boat, Sweeney Todd, [title of show], Sycamore Trees,and First You Dream: The Kander & Ebb Concert featuring Nick Blaemire, Erin Driscoll, Eleasha Gamble, James Gardiner, Will Gartshore, VaShawn McIwan, & Stephanie Waters.

 

THE ARK
5:15

Performance: Peter Lerman
Join singer/songwriter Peter Lerman in the lobby as he shares his unique blend of musical theater and folk music. Lerman writes in a style called "New Americana" - folk songs fused with dramatic storytelling, influenced by such songwriters as Steve Goodman, Arlo Guthrie, Randy Newman, and Shel SIlverstein.

 

Plaza
5:30

Plaza Concert: Blue Hotel
Blue Hotel is where those on the run go to listen to edgy rock music sung by Femme Fatale. Drums, bass, and guitar deliver a heart-pumping beat with a rich and powerful sound.

 

SHEN
5:45

Ask Eric: A Conversation with Signature's Leadership Team
Do you have a question about our upcoming season? Join Signature's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer for a special one time conversation.

 

Lobby
6:00

Lobby Performance: My Audition Book Part IV
Ever wondered what songs your favorite actors use in auditions? Join some of Signature's favorite performers as they share with you their favorite songs from their audition books.

 

THE MAX
6:15

Emily Skinner: Broadway, My Way
Tony® Award nominee and Virginia native Emily Skinner brings her cabaret act to Signature once again. Emily Skinner appeared in Signature'sThe Witches of Eastwick and Ace and stars in this season's Dirty Blonde. Her Broadway credits include Side Show, Jekyll & Hyde, James Joyce's The Dead, Full Monty, and Dinner at Eight.

 

THE ARK
6:30

Katie Thompson in Concert
Katie Thompson wowed audiences as Vashti in Signature's Giant. A critically acclaimed recording artist and musical theater performer, watch Katie where she's most at home, behind the piano.

 

Plaza
6:45

Plaza Concert: Blue Hotel
Blue Hotel is where those on the run go to listen to edgy rock music sung by Femme Fatale. Drums, bass, and guitar deliver a heart-pumping beat with a rich and powerful sound.

 

Lobby
7:15

Lobby Performance: My Audition Book Part V
Ever wondered what songs your favorite actors use in auditions? Join some of Signature's favorite performers as they share with you their favorite songs from their audition books.

 

THE MAX
7:30

Nevermore Highlights Concert
Matt Conner's critically acclaimed musical Nevermore comes back to Signature for a special concert. Featuring original cast members Dan Cooney, Flo Lacey, Amy McWilliams and Lauren Williams, with Eleasha Gamble and Priscilla Cuellar.

 

THE ARK
7:45

American Musical Voices Cabaret
Signature is the home for the freshest voices in musical theater. Come check out the music of some of the most exciting composers today, including Michael John LaChiusa, Ricky Ian Gordon, Joseph Thalken, and featuring excerpts from two new musicals in development at Signature by Matt Conner and Adam Gwon. Featuring Felicia Curry, Sam Ludwig, Stephen Gregory Smith, Bayla Whitten, Weslie Woodley, and Rachel Zampelli.

 

Plaza
8:30

Signature Sings Broadway in Shirlington
Welcome back the day's performers and additional special guests for an exciting closer to the Target Open House. Featuring some of your favorite Broadway tunes, this a concert that you just can't miss.

 

ONGOING TARGET OPEN HOUSE EVENTS

Signature Street
The Plaza
Enjoy our family activities throughout the day including a moon bounce

Kids Activities: Story-Time and Crafts
Shirlington Library
Bring the kids and get creative from 12pm-5pm.

Signature Design Showcase
Zickler Rehearsal Room
Feast your eyes on some of the memorable set models, costume sketches and more from Signature's past productions from 12pm-7pm.

Refreshments & Information
In the Mead Lobby
Ali's Bar will be open to purchase snacks and sodas, and you'll find staff on hand to answer any questions about the Theatre and the upcoming season.

ALL PERFORMANCES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

 

 


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