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IN Series Washington DC's home for chamber opera and innovative musical programming

IN Series creates intimate and innovative theatrical programming in opera, cabaret, and song: embracing fresh approaches to the classics, blending the performing arts in unconventional ways, and showcasing Washington area artists. With its unique approach to opera and by blending the performing arts in unconventional ways, the In Series offers artists and audiences meaningful, high-quality, intimate, affordably priced work that is thought-provoking and exciting. Artistic excellence, community service and partnerships are core components of the In Series. The company is committed to affordable ticket prices and to an accessibility that, while preserving the core vision and musical integrity of the original work, finds parallels and references that speak to us today.

10/09/2026

💡 IN THE SPOTLIGHT: PAUL CALLAHAN!

What does it take to bring a theatrical world to life through light?

Meet Paul Callahan, the brilliant lighting designer behind THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again! and a longtime member of the IN Series artistic family!

🎭 In this special behind-the-scenes interview, Paul shares insights into his creative process and the magic of lighting design—how light shapes atmosphere, transforms a stage, and brings a story to life.

✨ Watch the interview, then experience Paul’s artistry live onstage!

👑 THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again!

📍 October 10–18 | The Kogod Cradle at Arena Stage, Washington, D.C.
📍 October 23–25 | Baltimore Theatre Project

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!
https://www.inseries.org/post/the-makado-make-america-kingly-again

10/06/2026

🎭 IN Conversation: Cecelia McKinley, The M.A.K.A.DO Herself! 👑

Meet Cecelia McKinley, the artist stepping into the title role of THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again!

In this interview, Cecelia gives us a glimpse behind the character, the music, and what it’s like to bring The M.A.K.A.DO herself to life. Without giving too much of the surprise away… you’ll just have to come see her in action!

🎶 Watch the interview, meet Cecelia, and then join us for the full production.

📍 October 10–18 | The Kogod Cradle at Arena Stage, Washington, D.C.
📍 October 23–25 | Baltimore Theatre Project

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS:
https://www.inseries.org/post/the-makado-make-america-kingly-again

🎭 “Timothy Nelson tells how IN Series’ season opener sings truth to power.”Thank you to DC Theater Arts for sitting down...
10/06/2026

🎭 “Timothy Nelson tells how IN Series’ season opener sings truth to power.”

Thank you to DC Theater Arts for sitting down with IN Series Artistic Director Timothy Nelson to talk about THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again!—our new take on Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Mikado, with new English texts by Bari Biern.

Read the full interview and then join us as THE M.A.K.A.DO takes the stage in Washington, D.C. and Baltimore! 👑🎶

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS:
⁠https://www.inseries.org/post/the-makado-make-america-kingly-again

📍 October 10–18 | The Kogod Cradle at Arena Stage, Washington, D.C.
📍 October 23–25 | Baltimore Theatre Project

10/02/2026

A new take on Gilbert and Sullivan’s ‘Mikado’ — 'The M.A.K.A.do:
 Make America Kingly Again!’ — confronts problems in both the operetta and the Oval Office.

10/02/2026

🎭 IN the room with: The Three M.A.K.A.DO Babes!

You’ve heard them sing—now get to know the artists behind the music! Melanie Ashkar, mezzo-soprano , Teresa Ferrara Blessing , and Hayley Abramowitz sit down for a playful interview and share musical glimpses of Pitti-Sing, Num-Num, and Peep-Bo in THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again!

Meet the Three Babes, hear them in action, and then come see what happens when Gilbert & Sullivan meet the Oval Office. 👑🎶

📍 October 10–18 | The Kogod Cradle at Arena Stage, Washington, D.C.
📍 October 23–25 | Baltimore Theatre Project

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS:
https://www.inseries.org/post/the-makado-make-america-kingly-again

10/01/2026

🎭 INtroducing: Greg Sliskovich as Yankee-Poo!

Greg Sliskovich returns to IN Series for his fourth season, following appearances in Rigoletto, Saint John the Baptist, The Promised End, and many other IN Series events. A cherished member of our artistic community, and a hugely skilful performer, we’re thrilled to welcome him back—this time stepping into the wonderfully absurd world of THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again!

👑 Come see Greg and the entire M.A.K.A.DO company October 10–18 at The Kogod Cradle at Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., and October 23–25 at Baltimore Theatre Project.

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS:
https://www.inseries.org/post/the-makado-make-america-kingly-again

09/29/2026

Theater Alliance, IN Series, and 4EYE Film Center will lead and share a new arts hub and gathering space.

🎟️ Nanki-Poo says: BUY YOUR TICKETS! 🐾👑Meet Nanki-Poo, beloved dog of IN Series Artistic Director Timothy Nelson and his...
09/29/2026

🎟️ Nanki-Poo says: BUY YOUR TICKETS! 🐾👑

Meet Nanki-Poo, beloved dog of IN Series Artistic Director Timothy Nelson and his husband, Dr. Geoffrey Ho—and yes, he really is named after the Gilbert & Sullivan character. So you might say he’s been waiting for THE M.A.K.A.DO longer than the rest of us.

He may not be appearing onstage, but he would like to remind you that THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again! opens October 10 at Arena Stage’s Kogod Cradle—and seats are going fast.

Come for Gilbert & Sullivan. Stay for the political satire, outrageous costumes, topsy-turvy comedy, and a decidedly American trip to the Oval Office.

🐶 Nanki-Poo has done his part. Now go get those tickets.

🎭 October 10–18 | Washington, D.C.
🎟️ ⁠GET TICKETS: https://www.inseries.org/post/the-makado-make-america-kingly-again

🏳️‍🌈 THE M.A.K.A.DO PRIDE NIGHT IS COMING! 👑✨ DRESS UP IN DRAG!!!Join IN Series for a fabulously irreverent Pride Night ...
09/29/2026

🏳️‍🌈 THE M.A.K.A.DO PRIDE NIGHT IS COMING! 👑✨ DRESS UP IN DRAG!!!

Join IN Series for a fabulously irreverent Pride Night performance of THE M.A.K.A.DO: Make America Kingly Again! at Arena Stage, and dress up like one the the characters onstage!

📅 October 16 at 7 PM
🎭 Arena Stage — The Kogod Cradle
👑 Come dressed in drag and bring your most outrageous look for our Drag Look-Alike Contest
🥂 Stick around for the Drag Competition a Pride reception following the performance
🎟️ Use code PRIDE15 for $15 off tickets
https://www.inseries.org/post/the-makado-make-america-kingly-again

Come bold. Come fabulous. Come ready for Gilbert & Sullivan turned gloriously topsy-turvy.

And Baltimore—we haven’t forgotten you! 🏳️‍🌈 A Baltimore M.A.K.A.DO Pride Night will follow soon. Stay tuned for details!

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