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MetroStage
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1201 North Royal St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
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Box Office Phone:
(703) 548-9044
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Ghost-Writer
Open:
Apr-25 2013
Close:
Jun-02 2013
Inspired by the relationship of novelist Henry James and his typist Theodora Bosanquet, Hollinger has written a fascinating study of the act (or art) of creation as it involves fictional novelist Franklin Woolsey, his typist Myra Babbage, and his wife Vivian. Taking place in 1919 coinciding with the advent of the typewriter, Woolsey, after dictating several novels, dies leaving his typist, who proceeds to continue writing in his voice. Of course, this makes his wife, the publisher and the general... |
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The Real Inspector Hound
Open:
Apr-14 2011
Close:
May-22 2011
Two theatre critics, Moon and Birdboot, watch a ludicrous setup of a country house murder mystery. By chance, they become involved in the action causing a series of events that parallel the play they are watching. Featuring our "heroes" Ralph Cosham, John Dow, Michael Tolaydo and MetroStage favorite Catherine Flye as Mrs. Drudge. |
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His Eye is on the Sparrow
Open:
Jan-20 2011
Close:
Mar-13 2011
The inspiring story of actress/singer Ethel Waters, who rose from a downtrodden life in Philadelphia's back alleys to become a celebrated talent. Aside from the title song, other Waters hits include "Stormy Weather" and "Am I Blue." Starring Helen Hayes Award-winning Bernardine Mitchell (Mahalia, Three Sistahs) with William Hubbard on the piano. |
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A Broadway Christmas Carol
Open:
Nov-18 2010
Close:
Dec-19 2010
Christmas just got a whole lot funnier! A delicious cross between the classic Dickens tale and uproarious song parodies of your favorite Broadway show tunes, this irreverent and boisterous alternative to traditional holiday fare will leave you rolling in the aisles! With the creative team from The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!). |
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Glimpses of the Moon
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Sep-08 2010
Close:
Oct-17 2010
A sparkling romantic musical, Glimpses of the Moon follows the jazzy whirl of New York society in 1922. Popular but penniless, Suzy Branch and her friend Nick Lansing devise the ultimate fundraising scheme -- to marry and live off the wedding presents, while they help one another look for suitable millionaires. The plan works perfectly -- until they fall in love. An amazing cast that includes Helen Hayes Award-winning Natascia Diaz. |
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