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Signature Theatre's Spring-Summer Showcase: A Melodic Journey Through Iconic Musicals and Tributes

This spring and summer, Signature Theatre is the place to be for Broadway aficionados and music lovers alike. The theatre's vibrant line-up includes the heartwarming 'In The Heights,' a series of exclusive backstage tours, and the prestigious 2025 Sondheim Award Gala honoring Mandy Patinkin. With performances ranging from the edgy 'Hedwig & the Angry Inch' to tributes to legendary women pop songwriters, Signature Theatre promises a season filled with cultural richness and artistic brilliance that you won't want to miss.

Apr 11, 2025

1. In The Heights

Lights up on Washington Heights, NYC where the streets are full of music, and everybody’s got a dream. With the neighborhood on the brink of gentrification, and a life-changing winning lottery ticket somewhere in their midst, the vibrant inhabitants share hope, loss and love as they plan their futures while cherishing their home.

Mar 12 - May 4, 2025

Signature Theatre

Arlington, VA · Signature Theatre

2. In the Heights Backstage Tours

Go backstage into the exciting world of In the Heights and learn how we bring this epic musical to life, led by an actor from the show. A cast member will take you through the dressing rooms, the green room, and more to talk about the design and production process.

5 - 26 Apr, 2025

Signature Theatre

Arlington, VA · Signature Theatre

3. 2025 Sondheim Award Gala

Join Signature on Monday, April 14 at 8PM for a star-studded evening with live performances and video tributes to celebrate Tony® and Emmy Award® winner Mandy Patinkin, the recipient of the 2025 Stephen Sondheim Award!

Apr 14, 2025

Signature Theatre

Arlington, VA · Signature Theatre

4. 2025 Sondheim Award Presentation

Join Signature for a star-studded evening with live performances and video tributes to celebrate Tony and Emmy Award winner Mandy Patinkin, the recipient of the 2025 Stephen Sondheim Award!

Apr 14, 2025

Signature Theatre

Arlington, VA · Signature Theatre

5. Hedwig & the Angry Inch

In Signature’s remarkably intimate ARK Theatre, this radical rock musical explodes with glam, grit, glitter and heart.

Apr 15 - Jun 22, 2025

Signature Theatre

Arlington, VA · Signature Theatre

6. The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical

Let’s get wild in this exciting new musical about the infamous author from the mind of Joe Iconis (Be More Chill) and directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley (Come from Away).

Jun 3 - Jul 13, 2025

Signature Theatre

Arlington, VA · Signature Theatre

7. Broadway in the Park

Experience unforgettable live performances of your favorite show tunes as Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap come together for the fifth annual Broadway in the Park. This collaborative summer performance will feature Broadway’s brightest stars alongside the Signature Theatre voices you’ve come to know and love. Performers will be announced later this spring.

Jun 28, 2025

Signature Theatre

Vienna, VA · Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts

8. You've Got a Friend: Women Pop Songwriters

From Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Dolly Parton, and Carly Simon to Brandi Carlile, Alicia Keys, Sara Bareilles and Adele, Signature celebrates the amazing women who not only sing but write their own music. From pop standards to newer hits, revel in the singer/songwriters who composed “Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” “Rolling in the Deep,” “If I Ain’t Got You,” “You’re So Vain” and “Cactus Tree.”

2 - 13 Jul, 2025

Signature Theatre

Arlington, VA · Signature Theatre

Conclusion

Signature Theatre's spring and summer offerings are a vibrant tapestry of musical narratives, heartfelt tributes, and live performances that celebrate the essence of storytelling through music and theatre. Whether you're exploring the streets of Washington Heights in 'In The Heights,' delving into the backstage secrets of production, or reveling in the rock anthems of 'Hedwig & the Angry Inch,' there's something for everyone. Beyond the stage, events like the Sondheim Award Gala and 'You've Got a Friend' pay tribute to the icons who have shaped the cultural and musical landscape. As the curtain rises on this season, audiences can look forward to unforgettable experiences and performances that resonate long after the final bow.

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