The Dunne Dispatch (Broadway Edition) - 04/26/2024


English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو


The Dunne Dispatch (Broadway Edition) - 04/26/2024

Dear Neighbors and Friends,

I am a super fan of Broadway shows! The Mount Vernon District is fortunate to have so many great shows happening in our local schools over the next couple of weeks. Please see the list of current and upcoming shows below. I encourage everyone to attend one or more of these productions. Support the arts in our schools and enjoy the show!

Very respectfully,

Mateo Dunne

Mateo Dunne, Mount Vernon District Representative


Mount Vernon HS Addams Family Production Flyer

Mount Vernon HS Theatre  Presents The Addams Family, April 25-27

Remaining showtimes are as follows:

  • Friday, April 26, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 27, 1:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 27, 7:00 p.m.

Purchase tickets online

General Admission: $10.00
Student: $7.00
Senior/Military: $8.00
Children 5 and under: $5.00


West Potomac HS Kinky Boots Production Flyer

West Potomac HS Theatre Presents Kinky Boots, April 26-27 and May 2-4

Beyond the Page Theater company is thrilled to announce its spring musical production of Kinky Boots in collaboration with FCPS Pride! This 2013 Tony award-winning musical is a sensational show that celebrates diversity, acceptance, and the power of self-expression.

Showtimes are as follows: 

  • Friday, April 26, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 27, 1:00 p.m. (Talkback with FCPS Pride immediately following the show)
  • Saturday, April 27, 7:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 2, 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday, May 3, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 4, 1:00 p.m. (Drag Brunch before show at 12:00 p.m.)
  • Saturday, May 4, 7:00 p.m. 

Purchase tickets online. Note: This musical contains strong language and mature content.

Don’t miss the Drag Brunch on May 4 (before the 1:00 p.m. show). RSVP by May 2. Join Beyond the Page Theatre Company for a delicious brunch and witty entertainment from some of DC’s most fabulous performers: Dixie Crystal, Pirouette, and Orpheus Rose. The Drag Brunch will be a family friendly event, intended to expand upon the show’s message of accepting people for who they are despite our differences. 

When: Saturday, May 4

Time: 12:00 p.m. (immediately before the 1:00 p.m. show)

Where: Kogelman Theatre at West Potomac HS (Door 5)

Tickets available at the door: $15 for 1 person, $25 for 2 people and $35 for 3 people.

RSVP by May 2 for the Drag Brunch: 


South County Singin' in the Rain

South County HS Theatre Presents Singin' in the Rain, May 2-4 and 9-10

Come see this classic musical on the South County High School stage. With songs you know like Good Mornin', Singin' in the Rain, All I Do is Dream of You and much more, we know you'll be dancing in your seat!

Showtimes are as follows:

  • Thursday, May 2, 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday, May 3, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 4, 2:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 9, 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday, May 10, 7:00 p.m.

Purchase tickets online

Music published by EMI, all rights administered by Sony/ATV Music Publishing. Original Movie Choreography by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen. Produced by Arrangement with Morrice Rosenfield, Lois SF Rosenfeld, and Cindy Pritzker, Inc.


Hayfield SS Spring Production Flyer

Hayfield Dramahawks Present Les Miserables (School Edition), May 2, 4, 9, and 11

Join the theatre actors and performers from Hayfield SS for another classic Broadway experience. 

Showtimes are as follows:

  • Thursday, May 2, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 4, 2:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 4, 7:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 9, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 11, 7:00 p.m.

Purchase tickets online.


Lewis HS Wedding Singer Production Flyer

Lewis HS Lancer Theatre Presents The Wedding Singer, April 26-27 and May 3-5

Based on the 1998 film, this romantic comedy is set in the 1980's. It is a musical with a fun and energetic pulse, and off-beat humor. Note: Mature language and themes. 

Showtimes are as follows:

  • Friday April 26, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 27, 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday, May 3, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 4, 7:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, May 5, 2:00 p.m.

Purchase tickets online


Edison HS Addams Family Production Flyer

Edison HS Theatre Presents The Addams Family - School Edition, May 1-2 and May 4

Don't miss this heartwarming, blood-tickling romp with everyone's favorite gothic family. Join Edison HS Theatre as the Addams Family navigates their children growing up and learning to find their place in a bright, beautiful world. How revolting!

Showtimes are as follows:

  • Wednesday, May 1, 7:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 2, 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 4, 2:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 4, 7:00 p.m.

Purchase tickets online


Edison Pyramid Art Show Flyer

Edison Pyramid Art Show, May 9, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

The Edison Pyramid Art Show will take place at Edison HS on Thursday, May 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Night on Broadway will follow after the art show. There is no cost for either event. Hope to see you there.


Key MS Descendants Musical Flyer

Key MS Theatre Presents Disney, Descendants the Musical, May 24-25

Join Key Middle School for a musical event from Disney, Descendants the Musical! Mal and her band of villains are finally getting a chance to prove to their parents just how evil that can be. The four dastardly students travel to Auradon Prep, where the students are all, well, too good to be true.  Tasked with stealing the Fairy Godmother's wand, Mal and company manipulate and steal their way to the coronation, but will these four really be able to betray the Auradonians they've come to respect, like, and even love? Come find out at Key Middle School!

Showtimes are as follows:

  • Friday, May 24, 6:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 25, 6:30 p.m.

Purchase tickets online


The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.

© Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax County, Virginia