First Draft: “The Weight of Water” by Allyson Currin

The Rose Theatre Company presents a reading of Allyson Currin’s new play, “The Weight of Water,” as part of its First Draft new-play development series. The series treats audiences as an important part of the development process, pairing each reading with a guided conversation involving the playwright, creative team, actors, and audience.

The reading is free and open to the public, with advance RSVP required. Doors open before the performance, and a discussion follows the reading.

When: Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Showtimes: Doors open at 7:00 PM; the performance begins at 7:30 PM and ends at 9:30 PM.

Tickets: Free and open to the public; RSVP required.

Venue: Arts Club of Washington, 2017 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20006.

Series: The Rose Theatre Company’s First Draft Reading Series, also called the First Draft New Play Development Series.

Discussion: A guided audience discussion with Allyson Currin, the creative team, and actors follows the performance.

Accessibility: The series presents readings at friendly, accessible venues.

Background: Over more than a dozen seasons, the First Draft series has developed over 45 new plays, with more than half later receiving full productions in Washington, on Broadway, or elsewhere around the world.

Support: The project is supported in part by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.