** WATCH Weekly Report 07-30-25 **
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To the WATCH Board, Judges, and Alternates:
We are still in need of an alternate ballot for a closed show and also
an alternate for a show closing this weekend. If you saw either
production and can fill out a ballot, or if you are available to see the
closing show this weekend, please let me know as soon as possible.
Also, it appears that there may be an issue with the balloting system.
Several judges have told us they submitted ballots in the past few days
that Margaret has not received. If you see your name in the report for a
ballot you have sent in and you do not see a “ballot sent” listed next
to it, please send me an email to let me know so I can pass this along
to our ballot designer. And I will try to send out a message to
everyone once we believe the issue is resolved so you can resume
submitting ballots.
TIP OF THE WEEK: This is the time of year when I
start to get emails about overlapping assignments, and I respond with
an explanation on how scheduling works. So, I figured I’d use this
space to explain it to everyone and hopefully get ahead of it.
Apologies in advance for the long explanation.
The schedule for the WATCH year is created in November/December of the
previous year (i.e. 2024 for the 2025 adjudication year). Because WATCH
runs on a calendar year, while most theaters’ schedules run across the
years (but not necessarily in a consistent way), most theaters do not
have a full schedule in place for the next calendar year. Therefore we
ask them to submit their best idea of what their year will look like,
including the number of shows they will produce in the year. For the
unknown shows, we ask them to submit the approximate time frame for the
production, with the understanding that there may be changes over the
year. Our matrix creator then takes this information and creates the
matrix with the information we have at that time, doing everything in
his power to avoid any shows in the same time period. However, there
are changes during the year, with shows being replaced, moved to another
time or cancelled altogether. So the schedule you get at the beginning
of the year is just a placeholder, and it might (or probably will)
change. The only true constriction we put on theaters is the maximum
number of shows they produce in the year, as we cannot add assignments
to the matrix once it is created. In essence, what the theaters are
submitting for is production slots, as opposed to exact production time
periods. So if you find yourself with multiple shows to adjudicate in
one time period, chances are that at least one of the shows has moved
time slots and was originally supposed to be produced at a
non-conflicting time. And if you cannot attend all of the show assigned
to you in this time slot, this is an excellent time to reach out to
your rep and ask them to find you an alternate.
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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 – watchadjudication@gmail.com
Tabulator’s email address – watchtab@mac.com
Weekly Report back up website – http://watchweeklyreport.blogspot.com/
Ballot – http://lucite.herokuapp.com/raw_ballots/new
WATCH website – http://www.washingtontheater.org
Just the Facts – https://www.washingtontheater.org/wp-content/uploads/JustTheFacts2025.pdf
Training materials – https://www.washingtontheater.org/for-judges/adjudication-criteria/
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CLOSING THIS WEEK (2 shows close by August 3)
Castaways Theatre (CRT) – Rent
July 25 – August 3
BCT Judge 3 Alan Barnett – ALTERNATE NEEDED
CPA Judge 2 John Purnell
FCT Judge 4 Linda Cirba
MP Judge 1 Karen Fleming – alt Joy Wyne – reserved
PTP Judge 4 Melissa Linsky – reserved
RLT Judge 2 Teresa Gillcrist – reserved
SSI Judge 3 Otega Okurume
SSS Judge 1 Maureen Roult – reserved
TAP Judge 3 Laura Peterson – reserved; ballot sent
Performance Address: Dr. A. J. Ferlazzo 22191 Bldg. Auditorium, 15941 Donald Curtis Dr., Woodbridge VA 22191
Company Website: www.castawaystheatre.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call reservation line at (703) 232-1710 or use on-line reservation form on website
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm; Saturdays and Sunday, August 3 at 2:00 pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: Adults: $20, Season Members/Senior/Military/PWC County Employees/Law Enforcement: $18; Youth: $10
Watch Rep Name: Nancy Kiffer
Watch Rep E-Mail: crt@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): Beltway 495 to I-95 South Exit (Springfield/Richmond). South on I-95 to Exit 156 (Rippon Landing/Rte 784 East). Stay to the left on exit ramp (Exit to Rippon Landing is sharp right after the 2nd overpass). Right at 2nd light (Rt 784 and U.S. HWY 1). Right at 2nd light onto Cardinal Drive. Left at 1st light onto Donald Curtis Drive (Prince William County Government Center). Ferlazzo Building is on the right in this complex.
Port Tobacco Players (PTP) – Bye Bye Birdie
July 11 – August 3
CPA Judge 3 Jeff Sprague – alt Terry Averill – reserved
DTC Judge 3 Jason Damaso – reserved
KCP Judge 4 Tracy Husted – reserved
PWLT Judge 4 Sallie Willows – reserved
RCP Judge 4 Sara Watson – alt Katie Pond – reserved
SP Judge 4 Courtney Garofolo Beaver – reserved
SSI Judge 3 Otega Okurume – reserved
VTC Judge 1 Ari McSherry – 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 (2 shows open July 31 or August 1)
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) – Groundhog Day
July 31 – August 31
ACCT Judge 2 Christine Tankersley
CRT Judge 2 Sally Ann Flores – reserved
GAC Judge 4 Cate Krage
HBP Judge 2 Heather Wetherald – alt Alan Wetherald – reserved
PPF Judge 1 Mario Font – reserved
RLT Judge 3 Harlene Leahy / Nancy Somers
SMP Judge 1 Caroline Adams – reserved
SP Judge 3 Alexander Colon
SSP Judge 4 Aref Dajani
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. You will receive a confirmation email
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursday – Sunday at 8:30 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: $30 single tickets, $25 each for groups of 10 or more for one performance, $25 each for 3 shows/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.
Hard Bargain Players (HBP) – The Gulf
August 1 – 16
Please note the alternate location for this production
BCT Judge 3 Alan Barnett
CFTC Judge 1 Jim Eckloff
FCT Judge 3 Jennifer Ayers
KCP Judge 4 Tracy Husted
MP Judge 4 Nic Stearns / Roger Stone
PTP Judge 1 Rose Talbot
RCP Judge 1 Steve Cairns – reserved
SP Judge 4 Courtney Garofolo Beaver
SSI Judge 2 Rebecca Hanauer
TAP Judge 2 Carol Strachan – reserved
Performance Address: Indian Head Center for the Arts, 4185 Indian Head Highway, Indian Head, Maryland 20640
Company Website: www.hardbargainplayers.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call or text Suzanne Donohue WATCH Rep at 301-643-6129
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $15
Watch Rep Name: Suzanne Donohue
Watch Rep E-Mail: hbp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): The Indian Head Center for the Arts is located just 30 minutes south of Washington, DC. in the Town of Indian Head, MD, in Western Charles County.
From the Capital Beltway - Take Exit 3 to Route 210 South (Indian Head Hwy South). Travel approximately 20 miles and turn left on Indian Head Ave. We are on the left just after Indian Head Town Hall. Parking in rear.
From the D.C. Area - Take Indian Head Hwy south (Rt 210) all the way to Indian Head Ave. (Rt 210 connects to I495 just east of the Wilson Bridge). Turn left on Indian Head Ave. We are on the left just after Indian Head Town Hall. Parking in rear.
From LaPlata - Take 225 to Indian Head Hwy South. Turn left on Indian Head Hwy and in about 2 miles, turn left on Indian Head Ave. We are on the left just after Indian Head Town Hall. Parking in rear.
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RUNNING (3 shows are running now)
Bowie Community Theatre (BCT) – The Dining Room
July 25 – August 10
CPA Judge 3 Jeff Sprague
CRT Judge 4 Nancy Kiffer
KCP Judge 2 Kay Holcombe
MP Judge 3 Spencer Pilcher
PPF Judge 2 Ward Kay – reserved
PWLT Judge 3 Jon Radulovic – reserved
RCP Judge 4 Sara Watson
RLT Judge 4 Laura W. Andruski – reserved
SMP Judge 3 Ernie Molina
SSI Judge 1 Dana Bonistalli – 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 on-line
Watch Rep Name: Roy Peterson
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) – Kinky Boots
July 26 – August 16
BCT Judge 2 Reed Sigmon
CPA Judge 4 Amy & Richard Atha-Nicholls – reserved
DS Judge 1 Zell Murphy – reserved
LMP Judge 3 Lorraine Brooks
MP Judge 4 Nic Stearns – reserved
PTP Judge 3 Ben Simpson – reserved
PWLT Judge 1 Terri Ritchey – reserved
RCP Judge 1 Steve Cairns – reserved
SSS Judge 2 Debbie Peetz and William Kolodrubetz – reserved
TAP Judge 2 Carol Strachan – 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
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 Points North - "How would you get to Reagan National Airport?" That's the first question to answer. Once you've gotten onto the GW Parkway and passed the airport on your left, continue heading 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 - 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) – The Lightning Thief
July 25 – August 10
CFTC Judge 3 Courtney Marsh – reserved
CRT Judge 3 Harold Kiffer
DS Judge 3 Gary DiNardo
FCT Judge 3 Jennifer Ayers – alt Tina Embree – reserved
GAC Judge 1 John Decker – reserved
LTA Judge 2 Beck Webster – reserved
MP Judge 2 Joy Wyne
PTP Judge 2 Kim Bessler – reserved
SSI Judge 4 Debbie Mobley – reserved
TAP Judge 3 Laura Peterson – reserved
Performance Address: Potomac Falls High School; 46400 Algonkian Parkway, Sterling, VA 20165
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; Sunday at 2:00 pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $20 for musicals; $18 for non-musicals
Watch Rep Name: Jordan Kazemi
Watch Rep E-Mail: sp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): Seneca Ridge Middle School – From Tysons, travel west on Route 7 for 9.9 miles. Turn right on Augusta Drive. Turn right on Seneca Ridge Drive.
Potomac Falls High School – From Tysons, travel west on Route 7 for 10.7 miles, Take right exit for Cascades Parkway/1794 north. Turn left on Algonkian Parkway. Turn right into Potomac Falls High School.
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OPENING NEXT WEEK (1 show opens August 8)
Dominion Stage (DS) – Everything is Wonderful
August 8 – 23
ASGT Judge 4 Lauren Winther-Hansen – reserved
CFTC Judge 1 Jim Eckloff
DTC Judge 3 Jason Damaso – alt Jim Korte
GAC Judge 1 John Decker – reserved
KCP Judge 3 Noel Schoonover
LTA Judge 3 Brittany Huffman
PTP Judge 1 Rose Talbot
RMT Judge 4 Eric Scerbo
SP Judge 1 Jim Bowen-Collinson
SSI Judge 2 Rebecca Hanauer
Performance Address: Theatre on the Run 3700 S. Four Mile Run, Arlington VA 22206
Company Website: www.dominionstage.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email boxoffice@dominionstage.org; identify yourself as a WATCH judge (company and judge #), your name and phone number, date you want to attend, and if you are requesting a companion ticket
Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursdays - Saturdays at 8:00 pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $25 plays; $30 musicals
Watch Rep Name: Mary Beth Smith-Toomey
Watch Rep E-Mail: ds@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From 1-395, take the Shirlington Exit. Veer to the far right as you cross over I-395 and go to the 2nd light and turn LEFT. This is Four Mile Run. Go to the first street on your LEFT and turn LEFT. 3700 S. Four Mile Run is the building on your right. You can park in the lot or anywhere on the street.
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OPENING IN TWO WEEKS (no shows open August 15)
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CLOSED – 103 shows scheduled in 2025: 54 closed – 48 with all ballots, 6 with outstanding ballots, 0 closed with less than 10 ballots
Note: Only recently closed shows and those still missing ballots appear below. 48 additional shows have closed with all ballots received.
Laurel Mill Playhouse (LMP) – Black Comedy
June 6 – 22
RLT Judge 2 Emily Meyers – reserved; ballot sent
Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – Company
June 13 – 29
FCT Judge 4 Linda Cirba – reserved; ballot sent
LTA Judge 2 Beck Webster – reserved; ballot sent
SMP Judge 1 Caroline Adams – reserved; ballot sent
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) – The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
June 26 – July 19
DS Judge 4 Jeff Davis – ALTERNATE BALLOT NEEDED
PWLT Judge 4 Sallie Willows – reserve
SSI Judge 1 Dana Bonistalli – alt Bex Hoover – reserved
Prince William Little Theatre (PWLT) – Hairspray
July 11 – 20
ASGT Judge 1 Jeff Slater – reserved
DS Judge 2 Paul Caffrey – reserved
DTC Judge 4 Julia McCafferty – reserved
City of Fairfax Theatre Company (CFTC) – The Hunchback of Notre Dame
July 18 – 26
BCT Judge 2 Reed Sigmon – reserved
CPA Judge 4 Amy & Richard Atha-Nicholls – reserved
CRT Judge 4 Nancy Kiffer – reserved
KCP Judge 3 Noel Schoonover – reserved
MP Judge 3 Spencer Pilcher – reserved
SMP Judge 3 Ernie Molina – reserved
SP Judge 3 Alexander Colon – reserved
Rockville Musical Theatre (RMT) – A Year with Frog and Toad
July 11 – 27
CFTC Judge 2 Stacey Claytor – reserved
CRT Judge 1 Richard Prien – reserved
SMP Judge 4 Roger Munter – reserved
VTC Judge 2 Jocelyn Steiner – alt Nancy Lyons – reserved
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Okay, thanks!
Kira
