City Theatre kicks off 2026 with a highly anticipated two hander – the co-world premiere of Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem by Jonathan Norton, directed by Dexter J. Singleton. “Jonathan has written a remarkably prescient and hilarious script that imagines the formative years of two enormously influential figures,” shared Artistic Director Clare Drobot. “We’re thrilled to build this production with TheatreSquared, Virginia Stage Company, and Dallas Theater Center and to introduce audiences to the exceptional team behind it.” Hailed by the press as “a captivating two hander about people you think you know in an era you think you understand. Above all, it is the evolution of a friendship that reverberated throughout two meaningful lives.” (The Unforgettable Line). Furthermore, production’s initial run at TheatreSquared hailed as a show “to see this fall” by The New York Times; the play and artists are featured in the current edit...
An Update on Our Ticketing System Starting this January, we are excited to announce that we will be transitioning to a new ticketing system! While we convert to the new system, online ticket buying will be unavailable from Monday, January 12, until Wednesday, January 14. Questions? Read Our FAQ Page → UPCOMING EVENTS [TOMORROW] January 7 – Guided Evening Tour of The Scandinavian Home: Landscape and Lore January 8 – Family Mornings in The Scandinavian Home Tuesday-Sunday – Gnome Scavenger Hunt January 17-18 – Winterfest January 18 – Symphony of Nature: Winter Sound Bath Concert Let Winterfest be the start to your family’s 2026 at the Frick When you and your family attend Winterfest on January 17 & 18, you can enjoy a discount of 10% off family memberships when you buy in person.* Learn More About Family Membership → *Discount applies only to the family membership level. In-person purchase only. ...