Theater

***This month we go see The Devil Wears Prada 2!*** Andy Sachs reunites with Miranda Priestly as they navigate their careers amid the decline of traditional magazine publishing. # "Bitchy one-liners, devious double-crossing and Lady Gaga" -sounds like fun I don't want to miss. JOIN ME? I'm in G8. For anyone interested in a meet & greet before the movie, I'll be at the bar for drinks and a snack by 630. Text me at **(571) 293-1316** to connect.

# Hopelessly Devoted to Murder Written and Directed by Terry Smith Produced by Jerri Wiseman Cast Members: Betsy Hansen, Ilan Komrad, and Russell Silber ***Greased hair, bobby socks, poodle skirts—and one shocking murder. At Rockway High, the drama is bigger than the school dance, and when a student turns up dead, the resident cool guy and his gang race to uncover the culprit before the last song plays. Dress to impress in your best ’50s style and join the party. It’s a night of dinner, dancing, and deadly fun you won’t want to miss.*** [Murder Meter™](https://www.stagecoachtc.com/murder-meter/) Saucy Suspects Performances will be held at area historic venues, restaurants, wineries, and breweries March – May 2026. ### May 9 at Casanel Winery (with dinner) Casanel Winery, 17956 Canby Road, Leesburg, VA 20175 6:30pm Doors open and dinner buffet starts. 7:15pm Show starts. There will be a 15-20-minute intermission. Tickets: $77 plus ticketing fee and sales tax / $72 for Wine Club members plus ticketing fee and sales tax (see Casanel Winery for promo code) includes the show, catered dinner and dessert by Pure Perfection Catering. Menu: Romaine Salad with Tomato, Feta, Grapes, and Croutons with Ranch and Mustard Vinaigrette Dressings. Dijon Chicken. Beef Stroganoff. Whipped Potatoes. Sauteed Summer Vegetables. Rolls with Butter. Chocolate Layer Cake. Unsweetened Iced Tea. Coffee.) Special meals can be accommodated with 48 hours’ notice. Wine will be available for separate purchase. ### [Click here to make reservations at Casanel Winery. ](https://ci.ovationtix.com/36598/production/1265216) You must buy a ticket to attend. An RSVP here will not save you a seat.

# Hopelessly Devoted to Murder Written and Directed by Terry Smith Produced by Jerri Wiseman Cast Members: Betsy Hansen, Ilan Komrad, and Russell Silber ***Greased hair, bobby socks, poodle skirts—and one shocking murder. At Rockway High, the drama is bigger than the school dance, and when a student turns up dead, the resident cool guy and his gang race to uncover the culprit before the last song plays. Dress to impress in your best ’50s style and join the party. It’s a night of dinner, dancing, and deadly fun you won’t want to miss.*** [Murder Meter™](https://www.stagecoachtc.com/murder-meter/) Saucy Suspects Performances will be held at area historic venues, restaurants, wineries, and breweries March – May 2026. ### May 17 at Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in Centreville (with dinner) Saint Andrew Lutheran Church, 14640 Soucy Pl, Centreville, VA 20120 Doors and dinner buffet start at 6:30pm. Show at 7:15pm. Please arrive at 6:30pm. Tickets: $50 per person + $4.00 ticketing fee + sales tax includes the show, buffet Italian dinner and dessert. [Menu: Chicken Picatta. Penne Arrabbiaba (Vegetarian). Eggplant Parmesan (Gluten Free). Meat Lasagna. Caesar Salad. House Salad. Garlic Bread. Dessert created by Saint Andrew Youth.] Iced Tea, Coffee and Assorted Sodas are included in the ticket price. ***Ticket sales will close on May 13th!*** ### [Click here to make reservations for Saint Andrew Lutheran Church.](https://ci.ovationtix.com/36598/production/1270251) You must buy a ticket to attend. An RSVP here will not save you a seat.

Join us for the inaugural gathering of the DC Creative Collective for Film, TV, and Theater — a welcoming space for filmmakers, writers, actors, and creative enthusiasts across the DMV to connect and create together. This first meetup will be an introduction to the collective’s vision, followed by networking, artist introductions, and an open discussion where members can share their creative interests, experience levels, and the kinds of projects they hope to collaborate on. We will also host a casual table read and idea exchange, giving participants a chance to hear scripts, workshop concepts, and meet potential collaborators for future productions. Whether you are experienced in the industry or just beginning your creative journey, come ready to build community, share stories, and help shape a collaborative artistic home where ideas move from imagination to stage and screen.

Shut Up & Write meets at Cascades Library in Room D. We hope to see you there! *Shut Up & Write is not affiliated with the Loudoun County Public Library.*