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50 for 50
To celebrate our 50th anniversary, Round House will share 50 free theatrical experiences to honor the community we call home—a season of free ways to gather, learn, celebrate, and experience theatre.
Since our first production of Godspell in 1977, Round House Theatre has nurtured artists, launched careers, and brought bold theatre to Montgomery County. As we mark our 50th Anniversary during the 2026–2027 Season, we are commemorating and celebrating this milestone with 50 for 50, a season-long series of free theatrical experiences created to honor the community that has shaped Round House over the past five decades.
50 for 50 is our way of opening the doors wider in our anniversary year. It is both a celebration of where we have been and an expression of what we believe: theatre belongs to everyone. This milestone offers a once-in-a-generation chance to celebrate our legacy, expand access, and invest in the next 50 years of Round House.
Throughout the season, audiences, students, artists, and neighbors will have opportunities to connect with Round House in a range of ways, from staged readings and master classes to backstage access and free tickets to selected performances. Some experiences will take place at the theatre, some will be connected to productions throughout the season, and some will extend beyond the stage. Together, they celebrate the artists, supporters, and community members who have shaped Round House over the past 50 years and help make this milestone year possible.
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.
Homebound Revisited
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.
Master Classes
Learn from directors, actors, designers, and other theatre-makers in special sessions that open up the craft behind the work.
Monday Lobby Events
Join us for casual, community-centered gatherings that bring audiences and artists together in the theatre’s shared spaces.
Homecoming Celebrations
Celebrate the artists, staff, students, supporters, subscribers, and community members who have been part of Round House’s story over the past 50 years.
Tech Rehearsal Look-Ins
Get a rare glimpse of the production process as a show comes together, from staging and design to the final technical elements.
Backstage Tours
Go behind the scenes and see the spaces, tools, and teamwork that turn bold ideas into live theatre.
Student Matinees
Welcome students into the theatre for free performances that spark curiosity, conversation, and connection.
Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festival Readings
Experience fresh voices and exciting new stories through special readings connected to Round House’s new play development work.
Teen Nights
Create space for young people to experience theatre together, connect with artists, and make Round House their own.
Additional Anniversary Celebrations
The events below are not part of 50 for 50 and require paid admission.
Happenstance Returns
Led by Stage 70 founding member Mark Jaster, Happenstance Theatre returns to Round House in summer 2026. Tickets on sale HERE!
Sarah Metzger Memorial Play 25th Anniversary
Round House and its signature education program, the Teen Performance Company, will commemorate the 25th Sarah Metzger Memorial Play with the world premiere of The Camp Silver Lake Jamboree Massacre by our former Associate Artistic Director, Naysan Mojgani.
50th Anniversary Gala
Join us for a gala celebrating Round House’s golden anniversary and the artists past and present, supporters, and community who have shaped our first 50 years.
We look forward to sharing the full lineup, dates, and details beginning in July.
