Round House Theatre

Round House Theatre is a professional theatre company located in Bethesda, Maryland, founded in 1978 by Maryland residents. The theatre is known for its productions of American and European plays, including works by Tennessee Williams, Arthur Miller, and Tom Stoppard. Round House Theatre has collaborated with other theatre companies, such as the Olney Theatre Center and the Studio Theatre in Washington, D.C.. The theatre has also partnered with educational institutions, including University of Maryland, College Park and American University.

● History

The history of Round House Theatre dates back to 1978, when it was founded by a group of Maryland residents, including Ryan Rilette, who later became the theatre's artistic director. The theatre's early productions included works by William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, and George Bernard Shaw. In the 1980s, Round House Theatre began to focus on producing more contemporary plays, including works by Sam Shepard, David Mamet, and Wendy Wasserstein. The theatre has also hosted productions by other companies, such as the National Theatre of Great Britain and the Steppenwolf Theatre Company of Chicago. Round House Theatre has been recognized for its contributions to the American theatre scene, including awards from the Helen Hayes Awards and the Theatre Communications Group.

● Productions

Round House Theatre has produced a wide range of plays, including classics like Hamlet and The Glass Menagerie, as well as more contemporary works like Angels in America and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. The theatre has also produced musicals, such as Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and Ragtime. Round House Theatre has collaborated with other theatre companies, such as the Center Stage in Baltimore and the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis. The theatre has also hosted productions by international companies, including the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Théâtre du Châtelet of Paris. Round House Theatre has been recognized for its productions, including awards from the Drama Desk Awards and the Lucille Lortel Awards.

● Education_and_Outreach

Round House Theatre offers a range of educational programs, including acting classes and playwriting workshops. The theatre also offers internships and apprenticeships for students and emerging artists. Round House Theatre has partnered with local schools, including Walt Whitman High School and Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School, to provide theatre education programs. The theatre has also collaborated with community organizations, such as the National Endowment for the Arts and the Maryland State Arts Council, to provide arts education programs. Round House Theatre has been recognized for its education and outreach programs, including awards from the National Theatre Conference and the American Alliance for Theatre and Education.

● Venue

Round House Theatre is located in Bethesda, Maryland, in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The theatre's main stage is located at 4545 East-West Highway, and has a seating capacity of over 400 seats. The theatre also has a smaller black box theatre space, which is used for more experimental productions. Round House Theatre has been recognized for its venue, including awards from the American Institute of Architects and the United States Institute for Theatre Technology. The theatre has also hosted productions by other companies, such as the Kennedy Center and the Shakespeare Theatre Company.

● Artistic_Direction

Round House Theatre has been led by several artistic directors throughout its history, including Ryan Rilette and Jerry Whiddon. The theatre's current artistic director is Ryan Rilette, who has been in the position since 2013. Under Rilette's leadership, the theatre has produced a range of plays and musicals, including works by Tom Stoppard, Caryl Churchill, and Lin-Manuel Miranda. Round House Theatre has also collaborated with other theatre companies, such as the Steppenwolf Theatre Company and the Guthrie Theater. The theatre has been recognized for its artistic direction, including awards from the Theatre Communications Group and the National Endowment for the Arts.

● Awards_and_Recognition

Round House Theatre has received numerous awards and recognition for its productions and education and outreach programs. The theatre has won several Helen Hayes Awards, including awards for Outstanding Production and Outstanding Director. Round House Theatre has also been recognized by the Theatre Communications Group, including awards for Excellence in Theatre and Leadership in Theatre. The theatre has also received funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Maryland State Arts Council. Round House Theatre has been recognized for its contributions to the American theatre scene, including awards from the Drama Desk Awards and the Lucille Lortel Awards. The theatre has also been featured in several publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and American Theatre magazine. Category:Theatres in Maryland