Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Guest Host: Jim Asendio
Whether it’s scathing satire or high-brow drama, local theaters are kicking off the fall season with an eclectic range of performances. From a new play about Beethoven to a humorous look at “do-gooders,” we assess the current offerings on the region’s stages.
Guests
- Jane Horwitz "Backstage" and "Family Filmgoer" columnist for the Washington Post, and critic for WETA's "Around Town"
- Peter Marks Chief Theater Critic, Washington Post
- Ann Norton Executive Director, Washington Stage Guild; Former President of the League of Washington Theaters
- Michael Stebbins Producing Artistic Director, Rep Stage
- Blake Robison Producing Artistic Director, Round House Theatre
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