Jerry C.
2/11/2023
Entertaining with a capital E. This production was very funny and engaging. It's still true to its original roots from 1988, a who-dun-it set in a Washington DC hair salon complete with plot...
Shear Madness
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2700 F St NW
Washington, DC 20037
Shear Madness originated in a serendipitous meeting between Marilyn Abrams and Bruce Jordan in 1976. What began as a whimsical venture, transforming a serious German play into a comedy, blossomed into a longstanding partnership. Renamed Shear Madness, the show garnered fervent audience support from its humble beginnings in Lake George to its enduring success in Boston.
The unique comedy-whodunit unfolds in a hairstyling salon, blending madcap improvisation with a thrilling mystery. Audiences play detective, deciphering clues and interrogating suspects in a riotous quest to solve the crime. Voted "Best Comedy of the Year" numerous times, Shear Madness captivates spectators with its ever-evolving storyline, ensuring each performance is a fresh and exhilarating experience.
With accolades such as the Raven Award and a spot in the Comedy Hall of Fame, Shear Madness has transcended borders, delighting audiences in over 28 foreign languages across the globe. Its record-breaking success is etched in history, earning a place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest-running play in American theater. Join the millions worldwide who have reveled in the hilarity of Shear Madness, an unrivaled theatrical experience that continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
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Clara W.
3/30/2025
Took in the Shear Madness show at the Kennedy Center during our DC trip. It was absolutely fantastic. Love all the references to recent events, the physical comedy, and the audience participation....
Lei D.
3/19/2023
The actors did a great job in terms of acting although the play's plots and characters aren't something that I'm fond of. Despite the jokes being not too kid-friendly in the presence of a lot of...
Meera P.
10/20/2024
Such a great experience. It was my first time seeing shear madness and it was such a fun murder mystery. They engage with the audience a lot as well and i loved that concept!
April S.
11/7/2022
The play Sheer Madness took place at The Theater Lab located in the historic John F. Kennedy Center named after John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. Sheer Madness was...
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