Beyond the Stage 

Discussions and Outreach

Artistic Director's Roundtable Discussions

Theater J is dedicated to taking its dialogues beyond the stage, offering an array of innovative public discussion forums and outreach programs which explore the theatrical, psychological and social elements of our art.  Discussions take place weekly following virtually every Sunday matinee performance.  Entrance is free with a ticket to any mainstage production.

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Passports Program

Theater J’s PASSPORTS Program is designed to embolden D.C. area high school students to actively engage in the immediate, compelling story-telling of live theater.  A natural extension of Theater J’s mission, PASSPORTS exposes students to the wealth of historical events, philosophies and human experiences that theater addresses.  

  If you are a teacher or friend of the schools and would like to learn more about the opportunities available thru Passports - including ticket discounts, educational packets and programs and pre or post show discussions regarding the material - please contact Becky Peters at becky@theaterj.org. 

Arlene and Robert Kogod New Play Development Program

Tea at Two Readings

On Friday afternoons professional actors read the best of new work emerging from our new play development program.  All readings are $5.

Incubator Series

Arlene & Robert Kogod New Play Development Program

Workshops of solo performance pieces and staged readings of new plays which allow audiences to see a play develop.  Incubator performances are $25. 

The Washington DCJCC does not support or oppose candidates for elected public office. Opinions expressed at all programs of the Washington DCJCC belong solely to those expressing them. The Washington DCJCC partners with many organizations and groups to present programs, but does not endorse the political views or policy positions of any program partner. The Washington DCJCC is committed to presenting a wide selection of programs that present multiple viewpoints and encourage you to visit our calendar for information on dialogues and public affairs programming.