** WATCH Weekly Report 07-29-26 **
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To the WATCH Board, Judges, and Alternates:
TIP OF THE WEEK: Whenever possible, reserve for a performance as early in the run as possible.
And try to avoid attending the closing performance unless it is
unavoidable. As we have all seen firsthand recently, performances do
get cancelled (for weather, illness or other reasons), and personal
emergencies arise, so this will allow you to reschedule or find an
alternate if the need arises. I can often find someone who saw the show
to fill out a ballot after the show has closed, but this is not a
guarantee. So the earlier in the run you reserve for, the more likely
you will be to be able to reschedule or I will be able to find you an
alternate. And do try to make a reservation to the shows you are
adjudicating instead of just showing up and hoping for a ticket. If a
performance gets cancelled the theater will reach out to the judges with
a reservation to let them know. But if you do not have a reservation,
they won’t be able to contact you, and you might show up to an empty
theater. And performance do sell out and theaters are not required to
fit you in if you did not reserve ahead of time. In other words, show up without a reservation at your own risk.
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NOTE: Balloting for a show closes 30 days after the show closes. If you owe us a ballot, please get it in as soon as possible.
Friendly Reminders:
- DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL.It’s very long, and the reply will include the entire thing.Please send a new email to watchadjudication@gmail.com
- DO email me your reservation dates.Really, I want to know!
- DO search this entire report for your name, including in the “Closed” section to see if you owe any ballots.
- If you go see a show that you were not assigned to see, please let me know in case we need an alternate.Try to keep the playbills for all shows you see at WATCH company theaters, at least until you see that it has closed with all ballots received.Similarly, if you see a note that an alternate is needed and you are available to see that show, please let me know.
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USEFUL LINKS:
(Please bookmark or add to your email address book)
Adjudication Coordinator’s email address (Kira) – watchadjudication@gmail.com
Tabulator’s email address (Margaret) – watchtab@mac.com
Weekly Report back up website – http://watchweeklyreport.blogspot.com/
Ballot – https://forms.fillout.com/t/o4qrFTV8yius
WATCH website – http://www.washingtontheater.org
Just the Facts – https://www.washingtontheater.org/wp-content/uploads/JustTheFacts2026.pdf
Training materials – https://www.washingtontheater.org/for-judges/adjudication-criteria/
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CLOSING THIS WEEK (3 shows close by August 2)
City of Fairfax Theatre Company (CFTC) – Frozen, the Musical
July 24 – August 1
| ASGT Judge 2 | Matthew Walter – reserved |
| BP Judge 1 | Lisa Singleton – reserved |
| KCP Judge 4 | Tracy Husted – reserved |
| PWLT Judge 4 | George Fulda – reserved |
| SSI Judge 2 | Rebecca Hanauer – reserved |
| TAP Judge 1 | Alden Michels – reserved |
Performance Address: Katherine Johnson Middle School, 3801 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax VA 22030
Company Website: www.fairfaxcitytheatre.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email CFTCBoxOffice@gmail.com with at least 72 hours' notice, identify yourself as a WATCH judge, and include the show title, date, and time you wish to attend, and if you are requesting a companion ticket
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:00 pm; Saturdays at 2:00pm; Sundays at 3:00 pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $30 adults, $15 youths (Johnson Middle School only)
Watch Rep Name: Amanda Snellings
Watch Rep E-Mail: cftc@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From I-495, take the exit for US-50 W/Arlington Blvd toward Fairfax. In about 3 miles, turn right onto Blake Lane/Pickett Road. Continue on Blake Lane for about 2 miles until it becomes Jermantown Road. Johnson Middle School will be on the left in about 2.5 miles. Free parking is available in the lot.
From Dulles Airport/VA-28 S: Take 28 South for about 4 miles, then exit at US-50 E. In about 7 miles, take a left onto Jermantown Rd. Johnson Middle School will be on the right in about half a mile. Free parking is available in the lot.
McLean Community Players (MCP) – 1776
July 17 – August 2
| ASGT Judge 4 | Lauren Winther-Hansen – reserved |
| CPA Judge 1 | Terry Averill |
| DTC Judge 2 | Bill Brown |
| PPF Judge 4 | Elizabeth Keith – reserved |
| VLOC Judge 2 | Stevie Miller – reserved |
Performance Address: Alden Theatre, McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
Company Website: www.mcleanplayers.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email mcleanplayersva@gmail.com with your name and the show date to reserve your tickets
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm; Sundays at 2:00pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: Plays: $20 for adults; $15 for students/seniors
Musicals: $25 for adults; $20 for students/seniors; $18 for McLean Tax District residents and groups of 10+
Watch Rep Name: Karen Veltri
Watch Rep E-Mail: mcp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): Take Capital Beltway (495) toward Tyson's Corner from either direction. Take exit for 123 North toward McLean. Just after crossing Old Dominion Dr, turn left onto Ingleside Ave. Alden Theatre is within the McLean Community Center, on your left past the library.
Port Tobacco Players (PTP) – Legally Blonde: The Musical
July 10 – August 2
| BCT Judge 2 | Reed Sigmon – reserved |
| CRT Judge 3 | Harold Kiffer – reserved |
| HBP Judge 1 | Jim Watson – reserved |
| MP Judge 4 | Roger Stone – reserved |
Performance Address: 508 Charles Street, La Plata MD 20646
Company Website: www.ptplayers.com
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call the Box Office at 301-932-6819 and identify yourself as a WATCH judge. Leave your phone number, email, and whether you wish to reserve a companion seat. WATCH Judges are highly encouraged to call early when attending a Musical or our Holiday show because these productions regularly sell out. Sunday matinee performances also sell out very quickly for both plays and musicals
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm; Sundays at 3:00 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: Plays: $15 - $18; Musicals: $17 - $20
Watch Rep Name: Ben Simpson
Watch Rep E-Mail: ptp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From Baltimore: Get on the Washington beltway (495), and take Exit # 7, Maryland Route 5 South towards Waldorf. Continue South on Route 5 for about twenty miles. Route 5 will merge with Route 301 and in Waldorf, Route 5 will split off to the left towards Leonardtown. Keep going straight on Route 301 towards La Plata. Before leaving La Plata, you will reach a stop light (Maryland Route 6), turn left. PTP is about half a mile down Route 6 (Charles Street) on your left, just past the railroad tracks. It is a very tall conspicuous building in its surroundings and you should find it easily. Do not park in the urgent care center parking lot; if you do, your car will be towed.
From Virginia: Once across the Wilson Bridge take Exit # 3A, Route 210 South towards Indian Head. Travel South on Route 210 for about 10 miles and take a left on Route 228, Berry Road, going towards Waldorf. Continue on 228 for about 7 miles until you reach the intersection of Route 301. Turn right (headed South again) on Route 301 for about 10 miles until you reach Maryland Route 6 in La Plata. Turn left on Route 6 (Charles Street) and PTP will be about a half mile on the left, just after the railroad tracks. It is a very tall conspicuous building in its surroundings and you should find it easily. Do not park in the urgent care center parking lot; if you do, your car will be towed.
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OPENING THIS WEEK (no shows open July 31)
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RUNNING (3 shows are running now)
Bowie Community Theatre (BCT) – Return Engagements
July 24 – August 9
| BP Judge 3 | Missi Tessier – reserved |
| CFTC Judge 1 | Courtney Marsh – reserved |
| CPA Judge 4 | Amy & Richard Atha-Nicholls |
| MCP Judge 4 | Laura Bingham – reserved |
| PTP Judge 3 | Ben Simpson – reserved |
| RLT Judge 4 | Laura W. Andruski – reserved |
| SSP Judge 3 | David Robinson – reserved |
| TAP Judge 3 | Laura Peterson – reserved |
Performance Address: Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Park Drive, Bowie MD 20715
Company Website: www.bctheatre.com
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Reservations required. Call 301-805-0219 and select option 1 when prompted. Identify yourself as a WATCH judge and company represented. Indicate what date you want to see the show and if you want one or two tickets
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $25 adults; $20 seniors (62+) and students. All transaction fees are included in the ticket price if purchased online
Watch Rep Name: Cathy Holmes
Watch Rep E-Mail: bct@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From the Capital Beltway – proceed East on Route 50. Exit North on Route 3. Turn Left on Sylvan Drive at the sign for the White Marsh Recreation Area, and Left on Route 3 South; or alternatively, pass Sylvan Lane and make a U-Turn at the traffic light at Route 450 and proceed South on Route 3. Note: The turn on Sylvan Drive can be difficult if there is heavy south-bound traffic, so you are better off continuing past Sylvan Drive to the light at Route 450, where you can make a U-turn, then proceed south. Make a right turn into White Marsh Recreation Area. Proceed past the ball fields to the parking lot on the left at the end of the driveway. Follow the signs to the Bowie Playhouse.
Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) – Catch Me If You Can
July 18 – August 8
| FCT Judge 3 | Maggie Swan |
| KCP Judge 4 | Tracy Husted – reserved |
| LMP Judge 2 | Larry Simmons – reserved |
| SMP Judge 2 | Patricia Bullock – reserved |
| TAP Judge 4 | Will Shingler – reserved |
| VTC Judge 4 | Charlie Boone – reserved |
Performance Address: 600 Wolfe Street, Alexandria VA 22314
Company Website: www.thelittletheatre.com
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email the Box Office Manager, Jeffrey Westlake, at boxoffice@thelittletheatre.com or call the Business Office at 703-683-5778, ext. 1 (NOT the direct Box Office line and NOT online). Please note: Jeff's office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm, so you may only hear back from him during that time. You can check ticket availability before making your request using this link: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35489/production/1273638
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursdays – Saturdays at 8:00 pm; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: Plays: $26; Musicals: $36
Watch Rep Name: Kira Hogan
Watch Rep E-Mail: lta@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From the GW Parkway South: the Parkway becomes Washington Street as you enter the city of Alexandria. Cross King Street and take the third left after King onto Wolfe Street. You will find LTA on the right-hand side of the street, at the corner of Wolfe and St. Asaph streets.
From The Capital Beltway: take the exit for Route 1 North. As you exit on the ramp, you'll drive onto Route 1 and get in the right lane immediately. Take the first right, onto Franklin St. At the light, make a left onto Washington Street. Pass two lights and make a right onto Wolfe St. LTA is at the corner of Wolfe and St. Asaph streets.
Parking is on the street. Watch posted signs, as some areas have two hour parking limitations and some require payment. The Capital One Bank on the corner of Wilkes and Washington streets lets our patrons park in their lot when the bank is closed. Please note The Capital One Bank has extended their hours to include evening and weekend hours. Please make sure not to use their parking lot when they are open.
There are several garages within walking distance - one is on Washington Street, near King, and there are several on Pitt, near King. Look for the "Public Parking" signs.
One handicap accessible parking space is located on St Asaph Street next to LTA’s courtyard.
Sterling Playmakers (SP) – Anastasia, The Musical
July 24 – August 9
| ACCT Judge 4 | Shelagh Roberts |
| ASGT Judge 1 | Jeff Slater |
| BCT Judge 3 | Alan Barnett |
| DS Judge 3 | Gary DiNardo – reserved |
| FCT Judge 1 | Chris Noe – reserved |
| LMP Judge 1 | Anne Hull – reserved |
| RCP Judge 2 | Cathy Gurson – reserved |
| SSI Judge 3 | Otega Okurume – alt Debbie Mobley – reserved |
Performance Address: Loudoun County High School; 415 Dry Mill Rd SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
Company Website: www.sterlingplaymakers.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Please email boxoffice@sterlingplaymakers.org and cc: WATCH Rep at sp@washingtontheater.org
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:00 pm; Saturday, August 1 at 2:00pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $20 for musicals; $18 for non-musicals
Watch Rep Name: Bill Fry
Watch Rep E-Mail: sp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From Tysons Corner take VA Route-7 for 23 miles to Leesburg. Keep left onto Loudoun St. Go 0.7 Miles and turn left onto Dry Mill Rd. Go 0.5 miles and turn right onto Catoctin Circle SW. Go 250 ft and turn left into high school parking lot.
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OPENING NEXT WEEK (1 show opens August 6)
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) – Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein
August 6 – September 6
| BCT Judge 4 | Joanne Bauer / Jennifer Franklin |
| BP Judge 4 | Lauren Pacuit |
| GAC Judge 4 | Cate Krage |
| MP Judge 3 | Spencer Pilcher |
| PTP Judge 4 | Tiffany Behning – reserved |
| PWLT Judge 3 | Jon Radulovic – reserved |
| RMT Judge 4 | Eric Scerbo – reserved |
| SSP Judge 1 | Diane Schwartz |
| TAP Judge 1 | Alden Michels |
| VTC Judge 4 | Charlie Boone |
Performance Address: 143 Compromise Street, Annapolis MD 21401
Company Website: www.summergarden.com
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email the box office at boxoffice@summergarden.com and let them know you are a WATCH judge in need of tickets and request a specific date. You will receive a confirmation email
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursdays – Sundays and Wednesday, July 22nd at 8:30 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: $30 single tickets; $25 each for season ticket
Watch Rep Name: Carolyn Kirby
Watch Rep E-Mail: asgt@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From Maryland Route 50: Take Route 50 to exit 24 (Rowe Boulevard) heading east toward downtown Annapolis. Follow Rowe Boulevard to the end (at the State House) and then turn right. Merge onto Church Circle and stay in the right-hand lane. Proceed to Duke of Gloucester Street (to the right of The Maryland Inn). Turn right onto Duke of Gloucester. Take your second left onto Green Street and follow it to the stop sign. Turn right and stay right onto Compromise Street (approximately 300 feet). ASGT is on your right. Look for our marquee. Allow enough time to locate limited paid parking. For additional information see the City of Annapolis website, annapolis.gov/parking.
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OPENING IN TWO WEEKS (no shows open August 14)
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CLOSED – 117 shows scheduled in 2026: 68 closed – 61 with all ballots, 6 with outstanding ballots, 1 closed with less than 10 ballots
Note: Only recently closed shows and those still missing ballots appear below. 59 additional shows have closed with all ballots received.
Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) – Dirty Work at the Crossroads
January 23 – February 8
Closed with 9 ballots due to weather cancellations
Silhouette Stages (SSI) – American Idiot
June 12 – 28
ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!
2nd Star Productions (SSP) – Shrek the Musical
May 30 – June 27
ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!
Laurel Mill Playhouse (LMP) – Four Old Broads on the High Seas
June 26 – July 19
| CFTC Judge 3 | Jackie Savage – reserved |
Prince William Little Theatre (PWLT) – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
July 10 – 19
| CFTC Judge 2 | Stacey Claytor – reserved |
| MCP Judge 2 | Mary Ellen DeFrancesco – reserved |
| RLT Judge 3 | Harlene Leahy / Nancy Somers – reserved |
Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – The Colored Museum
June 26 – July 19
| PPF Judge 4 | Elizabeth Keith – reserved |
| SMP Judge 2 | Patricia Bullock – reserved |
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) – Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
July 2 – 25
| LMP Judge 2 | Larry Simmons – reserved |
| PWLT Judge 2 | Deb Hansen – alt Patricia Bullock – reserved |
Dominion Stage (DS) – First Date
July 17 – 25
| CFTC Judge 3 | Jackie Savage – reserved |
| CRT Judge 4 | Nancy Kiffer – reserved |
| VLOC Judge 3 | Kent Woods – alt Amanda Jones – reserved |
Hard Bargain Players (HBP) – Tuesdays With Morrie
July 10 – 25
| LMP Judge 4 | Marge McGugan – reserved |
| VLOC Judge 1 | Amanda Jones – reserved |
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Okay, thanks!
Kira
