Ford's Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

1. Ford's Theatre

8.4
511 10th St NW (btwn F St NW & E St NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 72 tips and reviews

Chad L.Chad Lorenz: Catch a piece of great American theater here and check out the museum in the basement during intermission.

Loretta S.Loretta Stultz: This is a great theatre. It has history and it has been done over in the last couple of years.

Matt W.Matt Wiedenhoeft: Audio tour is not worth the extra money. The tour is worth the time & the theater is amazing. You can see directly into the box where Lincoln was shot.

Warner Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

2. Warner Theatre

8.9
513 13th St NW (at E St NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 41 tips and reviews

Kaye T.Kaye Thornton: Beautiful historic theatre! The architecture makes it impossible to have a bad seat! :)

LinkinLinkin: Best theatre in DC, sorry Kennedy....

Erin F.Erin Farmer: Beautiful theater! Gold leaf FTW.

The Studio Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

3. The Studio Theatre

9.0
1501 14th St NW (at P St NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Logan Circle - Shaw · 24 tips and reviews

DmedusaDDmedusaD: Theater offers special pricing for Logan Circle residents and pay-what-you-can shows. Check the website for details and dates.

Washington BladeWashington Blade: Great theater, check the Blade for events here and look for special opportunities to save!

- B.- Bossi: Great theatre right on the corner of the popular 14th/P area and near peaceful Logan Circle. Tasty food to N, S, and W. Buses along 14th St McPherson or U St; or P St to Dupont.

Arena Stage is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

4. Arena Stage

9.0
1101 6th St SW (at Maine Ave SW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Southwest - Waterfront · 38 tips and reviews

DC Preservation LeagueDC Preservation League: Home of a major Washington cultural institution and nationally prominent pioneer in the American Regional Theater movement. Built in 1960 by architect Henry Weese.

ShannonRenee M.ShannonRenee Mouton Gray: The building is huge, though the theater is still intimate with great views from every angle.

Derek J.Derek Jones: This is the premiere theatre in the round. It is world-reknown for quality productions.

The Source Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

5. The Source Theatre

8.3
1835 14th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Theater · U-Street · 12 tips and reviews

Emma K.Emma Klemt: Current home of the amazing Constellation Theatre Company. Read more.

- B.- Bossi: Check out the Washington Improv Theater!

Sonja S.Sonja Strongarm: Small theater; great new plays. "Absolutely! (perhaps)" was oddly intriguing (maybe)

Shakespeare Theatre Company - Harman Hall is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

6. Shakespeare Theatre Company - Harman Hall

8.7
610 F St NW (at 6th Street NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Chinatown · 35 tips and reviews

Debbie W.Debbie Weil: Liking DC's Shakespeare Theatre more and more. Repertory goes beyond the Bard. We're subscribed with e-tickets this year; easy to change dates. Read more.

Julia S.Julia Strachan: It's actually spelled "theatre" since it's a proper name. I used to work in their PR department.

Metro WeeklyMetro Weekly: Did you know in 1992, The Shakespeare Theatre mounted a Much Ado About Nothing set on a cruise ship. This time around they've set it in Cuba and it's ravishing! Read more.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

7. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

9.5
2700 F St NW (at New Hampshire Ave), Washington, D.C.
Performing Arts Venue · 178 tips and reviews

Washington BladeWashington Blade: Special theater look-in for Sydney Theatre Company’s production of “Uncle Vanya” Tuesday 5pm featuring company members Cate Blanchett; Hugo Weaving. Performance at 7:30 p.m. More in the Blade

Washington BladeWashington Blade: Sydney Theatre Company returns with an exclusive U.S. engagement of Andrew Upton’s tragicomedy “Uncle Vanya” starring Oscar winning actress Cate Blanchett, Saturday 1:30 & 7:30pm

Merrie D.Merrie D.: Go to one of their free tours! You get to see all three historical theatres, the president's boxes and the incredible pieces of art all around. Fun & knowledgeable tour guides.

Keegan Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

8. Keegan Theatre

9.1
1724 Church St NW (btwn 17th & 18th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Northwest Washington · 6 tips and reviews

Chrisi W.Chrisi West: Great little theater! A little warm inside though so be prepared to shed a layer in the summer! Read more.

Leigh R.Leigh Rawls: An absolute gem of a theatre! But make sure to take the metro or other public transit; finding parking in Dupont is nearly impossible.

Robert W.Robert W: The best little theatre in DC.

Eisenhower Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

9. Eisenhower Theatre

9.0
2700 F St NW (at Rock Creek Pkwy NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Northwest Washington · 15 tips and reviews

Washington BladeWashington Blade: “Shear Madness,” a comedy whodunit, will be performed twice Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m. At the Theater Lab. “Madness” takes place in present-day Georgetown, in the Shear Madness Hair Styling Salon.

Kennedy CenterKennedy Center: The Eisenhower Theater is the only performance space inside the Kennedy Center named after an individual. In 1958 President Eisenhower signed legislation creating what would become the Kennedy Center. Read more.

Allison K.Allison Kasic: One of the smaller theaters in the Kennedy Center. Even the back row of the orchestra is pretty close to the stage.

The Lincoln Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

10. The Lincoln Theatre

8.3
1215 U St NW, Washington, D.C.
Concert Hall · U-Street · 31 tips and reviews

LetTeddyWin ..LetTeddyWin .com: Beautiful historic theater. A great place to see a show.

Chloé M.Chloé Mayer: Gorgeous theatre!! Come & see something here

Deanna G.Deanna Gordon: beautiful theatre. stellar sound quality. stadium seating ensures that everyone has a great view.

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

11. Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

8.7
641 D St NW (btwn 6th & 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Penn Quarter · 26 tips and reviews

- B.- Bossi: Excellent theatre near the Metro station & w/ amazing food options to the N and W. Highly recommended if visiting the Mall & looking for something to do after the museums close.

Zach C.Zach Cohen: FUE closes 8/14. Great show. Beat theatre I've seen in a long time.

M Squared Real EstateM Squared Real Estate: This is the top theater company downtown for seeing new plays. Drama here is edgy, takes real risks, and is almost always memorable.

Kennedy Center Opera House is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

12. Kennedy Center Opera House

8.7
2700 F St NW, Washington, D.C.
Opera House · Northwest Washington · 28 tips and reviews

Washington BladeWashington Blade: “Shear Madness,” a comedy whodunit, will be performed twice Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m. At the Theater Lab. “Madness” takes place in present-day Georgetown, in the Shear Madness Hair Styling Salon. Ticke

Serrita R.Serrita Renée: Attended Alvin Ailey Dance Theater. Second Tier great seats, if you arrive after the curtains draw you can not go in. The POTUS and family were present.

Adriana N.Adriana Nova: Wonderful. Make sure to look up and catch the amazing ceiling when you're inside the Opera House theatre.

Folger Shakespeare Library is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

13. Folger Shakespeare Library

8.9
201 E Capitol St SE (at 2nd St SE), Washington, D.C.
Library · Capitol Hill · 13 tips and reviews

M Squared Real EstateM Squared Real Estate: The small museum has a replica of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, and an Elizabethan garden in the back, and is nice to visit combined with a performance.

Ellie P.Ellie Pines: You need to check out the Globe Theater replica if you're a Shakespeare fan!

nikkinikki: first folios galore! beautiful research section. take a tour for great theatre info.

The National Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

14. The National Theatre

8.7
1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 13th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Performing Arts Venue · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 24 tips and reviews

M Squared Real EstateM Squared Real Estate: First opened in 1835, many Presidents have come to see performances, with many famous performers back in is heyday. National Theatre is now the city's most likely host for Broadway shows and musicals.

BetoBeto: Very nice theatre.

Josh H.Josh Higgins: Great theatre to catch touring Broadway shows!

Shakespeare Theatre Company - Lansburgh Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Washington.

15. Shakespeare Theatre Company - Lansburgh Theatre

8.8
450 7th St NW (at E St NW), Washington, D.C.
Theater · Penn Quarter · 6 tips and reviews

Mick C.Mick Coughlan: Amazing theatre happens here!

Allison K.Allison Kasic: A lot smaller theater than the other STC location on F street. Not a bad seat in the house.

Lauren O.Lauren Orvis: Two Men of Verona is a great show! The modern twists are fun. The acting is superb! And the lead actors are hot and shirtless ;)