Tag Archives: National Theatre

November 22, 2019 · 8:56 am

Giveaway: Enter to Win Tickets to The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays at National Theatre!

There’s something magical about the holiday season, but this holiday show literally brings the magic. Even better, KFDC readers have a chance to win a Family 4-Pack of tickets to see it!

Ring in the holidays with the mind-blowing spectacular The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays, showcasing the jaw-dropping talents of the most incredible illusionists on earth. The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever seen on stage. This nonstop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays is running at National Theatre December 3-8. Tickets are $54-114 (look for a discount here). Run time is approximately 2 hours, 15 minutes with intermission. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

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Giveaway: For a chance to win a Family 4-Pack of Tickets to see The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays at National Theatre on December 3, 2019 at 7:30pm, simply leave a comment below letting me know which activity from latest Weekend Round-Up you’re looking forward to (or already enjoyed if entering after the weekend) the most. Get an extra chance to win by entering on the KidFriendly DC Facebook Page, too. This giveaway will run through Friday, November 29, 2019, then a winner will be drawn at random and notified shortly thereafter. Good luck!

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September 26, 2019 · 1:18 pm

Review: Mike Birbiglia’s The New One at National Theatre

Last night, Levi and I went to Mike Birbiglia’s The New One at National Theatre. I was invited to see the show in exchange for doing a review, so here we are.

I wasn’t very familiar with Mike Birbiglia before this, but when I learned more about him and his comedy, it seemed like it would make for a fun date night. The show was mostly a story about his parenting journey, from his pre-kids perspective to becoming a dad. From the get-go, it was evident that Mike is a talented storyteller. In fact, much of the audience was laughing for the entire show.

However, Levi and I were not among them. I’m not sure exactly what it was (though reading this over, it seems that maybe I do), but I just wasn’t super into it. Perhaps it’s that I’m a more seasoned parent and my head is in a totally different phase of parenthood. Hearing the pre-kids view of how children take away all the joy bothered me, even if he was being facetious; I was especially annoyed at younger people in the audience who clapped vigorously at that part. And the jokes about how the house becomes such a mess, and there’s so much baby stuff everywhere are kind of tired and cliché. As was the stereotype that dads don’t help at all…a bit about his wife wanting to have sex with him because he did the dishes once was like a meme that keeps popping up, but wasn’t even funny the first time.

As Levi said afterward, “Louis CK did all that years ago, but it was funnier and raunchier.” [And here I must be clear that by mentioning LCK, I in no way condone his “Me Too” actions, I’m just relaying what Levi said.] Hey, maybe Levi and I are just old and boring. (I don’t think we are, but I could be too old and boring to be a good judge of that.)

But as I mentioned, Mike Birbiglia is a good storyteller, and I appreciated the structure of his show. Loads of audience members seemed to love it. This is just my review.

Mike Birbiglia’s The New One is running at National Theatre through September 29. Tickets are $39-114, and run time is approximately 1 hour, 20 minutes with no intermission. The official description says it’s recommended for ages 13 and up, but I’d recommend this for adults.

Disclosure: I received complimentary tickets to see the show, but all views expressed here are quite obviously my own.

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September 16, 2019 · 5:47 pm

Giveaway: Mike Birbiglia’s The New One is Coming to National Theatre

Here’s one for the grown-ups! Mike Birbiglia, the stand-up comedian/actor/writer/director is coming to National Theatre next Tuesday, September 24 through Sunday, September 29. And I’ve got a pair of tickets for it to giveaway to one lucky KFDC reader!

Here’s more about Mike Birbiglia’s The New One:

He’s made you laugh in Sleepwalk With Me (it was a play presented by Nathan Lane, then a movie, THEN a book), My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend and “Thank God for Jokes.” (He was also really funny in that one season of “Orange is the New Black.” And in “Billions.” And “Broad City.”) Now he’s direct from Broadway, telling a new story in a new way with the same heart and humor we’ve come to expect. Lin-Manuel Miranda called THE NEW ONE “as perfect a night as you’re gonna get.” Do not miss THE NEW ONE. Some people say it’s his best one. (It was John Mulaney. Also Vogue.)

Run time is approximately 1 hour, 20 minutes with no intermission. It’s recommended for ages 13 and up, but I recommend making this a date night or evening out with friends. 🙂

Mike Birbiglia’s The New One
Where: National Theatre | Downtown DC
When: September 24-29
Tickets: $39 – $114

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Giveaway: For a chance to win a pair of tickets to Mike Birbiglia’s The New One at National Theatre on Tuesday, September 24 at 7:30pm, simply leave a comment below naming the funniest movie you’ve watched in the last six months. Get an extra chance to win by entering on the KidFriendly DC Facebook Page, too. This giveaway will run through 8pm on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, then a winner will be picked at random and notified shortly thereafter. Good luck!

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Tagged as Date Night DC, DC Comedy Show, Live Entertainment in DC, Mike Birbiglia's The New One, National Theatre, September 2019, Washington DC Fall Shows 2019

April 5, 2019 · 8:23 am

Giveaway: Put a Little STOMP in Your Spring!

STOMP, the hit musical production of choreographed percussion, is returning to DC April 23-28, and one lucky KFDC reader can win a pair of tickets to see it on opening night!

The explosive, provocative, sophisticated, utterly unique show appeals to audiences of all ages. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments — matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps — to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. The return of the percussive hit also brings some new surprises, with some sections of the show now updated and restructured, utilizing props like tractor tire inner tubes and paint cans. As USA Today says, “STOMP finds beautiful noises in the strangest places.” See what all the noise is about!

STOMP is running at National Theatre April 23-28. Tickets are $55-75 and can be purchased online. (KFDC tip: Look for a deal here.) Run time is approximately 95 minutes with no intermission. Children under the age of four are not permitted to attend the show.

Read a KFDC review of STOMP from a few year’s back, and get a peek at it in the video below.

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Giveaway: For a chance to win a pair of tickets to STOMP at National Theatre on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at 7:30pm, simply leave a comment below telling me your family’s favorite spring activity. Get an extra chance to win by entering on the KidFriendly DC Facebook Page, too. This giveaway will run through April 14, 2019, then a winner will be drawn at random and announced shortly thereafter. Good luck!

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Tagged as April 2019, DC Children's Theater, DC Family Activities, DC Kids Activities, DC Shows for Kids, Fun Things to do with Kids in Washington DC, Live Entertainment for Tweens and Teens, National Theatre, Spring 2019, Stomp, Theatre for Familes, Ticket Giveaway

March 5, 2019 · 11:57 am

Giveaway: “A Bronx Tale” is Coming to National Theatre!

National Theatre has had a stellar line-up of shows this winter, and it’s continuing into spring with another Broadway hit. A Bronx Tale is coming to the stage March 26-31, and KFDC readers have a chance to win a pair of tickets to see it!

The crowd-pleasing production takes you to the stoops of the Bronx in the 1960s, where a young man is caught between the father he loves and the mob boss he’d love to be. Bursting with high, energy dance numbers and original doo-wop tunes, A Bronx Tale is an unforgettable story of loyalty and family. Academy Award winner Robert De Niro and Tony winner Jerry Zaks direct this streetwise musical, based on Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri’s story.

A Bronx Tale is recommended for ages 12 and up due to strong language and gunshot effects. Run time is approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes, including one intermission.

Tickets prices range from $54-114 and can be purchased online. Of course, you can also try to win them through the giveaway below.

Giveaway: For a chance to win a pair of tickets to A Bronx Tale at National Theatre on Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at 7:30pm, simply leave a comment below naming your favorite movie that has been adapted for the stage or your favorite stage production that has been made into a film. Get an extra chance to win by entering on the KidFriendly DC Facebook Page, too. This giveaway will run through March 17, 2019, then a winner will be drawn at random and announced shortly thereafter. Good luck!