Free Anniversary Experiences

Round House Rewind

Revisit Round House favorites from the last 50 years through staged readings that bring acclaimed works back to life in intimate settings throughout the season, while celebrating the artists and productions that helped define Round House’s history.

Sep 17, 2026: The Wedding Band by Alice Childress

Directed by KenYatta Rogers

Featuring Kim Bey, Aaron Bliden, Joe Carlson, Emma Claye, Felicia Curry, Jelia Q. DeBrew, Laura C. Harris, Joy Jones, Solomon Park III, Nancy Robinette, and Mecca Rogers

The reading of The Wedding Band is sponsored by an Anonymous Donor in honor of Ryan Rilette.

Dec 7, 2026: Escape from Happiness by George Walker
Feb 8, 2027: Nixon’s Nixon by Russell Lees
May 3, 2027: Ironbound by Martyna Majok

The readings of Escape from Happiness, Nixon's Nixon, and Ironbound are sponsored by John and Val Wheeler. 

Homebound Revisited

Jun 21, 2027

Return to one of the most memorable chapters in Round House history with a free screening of the complete 10-episode Homebound, along with a new episode set seven years later, followed by a live onstage conversation with original writers and cast members.

Homebound Revisited is sponsored by John and Val Wheeler. 

Mainstage Tickets

In addition to our usual Pay-What-You-Can and Two-for-One Tuesday discounts, Round House will offer 50 free tickets to the first Thursday performance of each mainstage show, selected by random drawing. Entry registration will open three weeks prior to a show’s opening, and winners will be drawn one week prior to the performance.

Free tickets to Thursday performances are sponsored by The Share Fund. 

Tech Rehearsal Look-Ins

Sep 4, 2026: August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom 
Jan 21, 2027: Chinese Republicans 
Apr 8, 2027: Baby Shower Katie

Get a rare glimpse of the production process as a show comes together, from staging and design to the final technical elements.

All Tech Rehearsal Look-Ins are sponsored by Nan Beckley. 

Backstage Tours

Nov 29, 2026 and Jun 13, 2027

Go behind the scenes and see the spaces, tools, and teamwork that turn bold ideas into live theatre.

Inside Looks

Aug 18, 2026: August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom 
Oct 27, 2026: Cult of Love
Jan 5, 2027: Chinese Republicans 
Feb 6, 2027: The Camp Silver Lake Jamboree Massacre presented by the Teen Performance Company 
Mar 30, 2027: Baby Shower Katie
May 18, 2027: The White Chip

Get a behind-the-scenes, advance look at our upcoming shows at our Inside Look events, featuring a discussion with the director, cast, and designers. These intimate events—normally an exclusive perk for Round House donors—will be opened to 50 members of the public, offering a sneak peek at the creative choices and design elements of each show.

The Inside Look for Cult of Love is sponsored by Ann Gilbert.

Lobby Events

Oct 26, 2026: Drag Bingo & Halloween Costume Contest
Feb 22, 2027: Karaoke Night

Join us for casual, community-centered gatherings that bring audiences and artists together in the theatre’s shared spaces.

Homecoming Celebrations

Times and dates will be announced soon

Celebrate the artists, staff, students, supporters, subscribers, and community members who have been part of Round House’s story over the past 50 years.

Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festival Readings

Times and dates will be announced in early 2027

Experience fresh voices and exciting new stories through special readings connected to Round House’s new play development work.

Open Classes

Times and dates will be announced soon

Learn from directors, actors, designers, and other theatre-makers in special sessions that open up the craft behind the work.

Teen Nights

Sep 11, 2026: August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom 
Nov 20, 2026: Cult of Love
Jan 29, 2027: Chinese Republicans 
Apr 16, 2027: Baby Shower Katie
Jun 4, 2027: The White Chip

Create space for young people to experience theatre together, connect with artists, and make Round House their own. Learn more and reserve tickets here.

Student Matinees

Welcome students into the theatre for free performances that spark curiosity, conversation, and connection. Interested schools may learn more and apply here.