Will on the Hill
JUN 8, 2026
Harman Hall
Join us for one of Washington’s most anticipated events.
Shakespeare Theatre Company’s annual benefit welcomes Members of Congress and distinguished Washington influencers to show off their talents by performing scenes from Shakespeare in support of STC’s arts education programs. This bipartisan tradition has raised critical funds for transformational learning experiences that reach students across the D.C. region for over 20 years. This year, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States by promoting bipartisanship, civics, and cultural education in the nation’s capital.
2026 Schedule of Events
Monday, June 8, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall
610 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
RECEPTION FOR SPONSORS AND VIPS | 6:30pm
PROGRAM | 7:30pm
POST-SHOW RECEPTION | 8:30pm
Will on the Hill is free and by invitation only. It has been designed to meet all Congressional ethics standards. Times and event details are subject to change.
Join the Cast
Members of Congress and distinguished Washington influencers are cordially invited to show off their theatrical talents in a lighthearted performance of scenes from Shakespeare. Script and optional costumes provided—no rehearsal required.
Contact April Powell, Director of Development Events, at the link below to learn more.
Sponsor
Will on the Hill pays tribute to the vibrant and engaged dynamic of our city. Become a sponsor for this inspiring evening to support Shakespeare Theatre Company and help provide year-round student matinees, in-school Shakespeare classes, and summer camps serving thousands of children across the region.
Sponsorship benefits include complimentary invitations, recognition, access to a VIP reception, and more. Contact Frances Loyer, Director of Annual Philanthropy, at the link below to learn more about sponsorship opportunities for this year’s Will on the Hill.
Will on the Hill 2026 Cast List
Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE)
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC)
Rep. Gabe Amo (D-RI)
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR)
Rep. Sean Casten (D-IL)
Rep. Laurel Lee (R-FL)
Rep. Andrea Salinas (D-OR)
Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV)
Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA)
Former Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY)
Former Rep. Jim Moran (D-VA)
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough
DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson
DC Councilmember At-Large Christina Henderson
DC Councilmember Ward 6 Charles Allen
DC Councilmember Ward 7 Wendell Felder
Mike Evans, Emcee
Marla Allard
Jon Beal
Renea Brown
Murphy Coons
Felicia Curry
Bess Kaye
Faith Lee
Olivia Beavers
Rich Edson
James Hohmann
Mara Liasson
Participants subject to change.
2026 Will on the Hill Supporters and Sponsors
Eversheds Sutherland
International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers
K&L Gates LLP
Bernard and Mary McKay
Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Stephen and Lisa Ryan
Trident GMG
Nissan North America
Jonathan and Lynn Yarowsky | WilmerHale
Nick and Marla Allard on behalf of the Jacksonville University College of Law
Americans for Tax Reform Bloomberg Philanthropies
COPT Defense Properties
Drummond Company
National Association of REALTORS®
Karishma and Jonathan Page
The Walt Disney Company
British-American Business Association
Capitol Tax Partners, LLP
Carol Danko
Praise for Will on the Hill
“Each spring, members of Congress and the media are invited to show off their acting skills (or lack thereof). To play or not to play, that is the question.”
–NBC Washington“I would suggest putting “Will on The Hill” on your calendar…if you want to enjoy a fun night in the theater, see members of Congress act silly intentionally, and help bring Shakespeare to the young people of greater Washington.”
–Washington Blade“A great way for members of Congress to help local youth and poke fun at ourselves at the same time.”
–Senator Roger F. Wicker (R-MS)
To learn more about the history of Will on the Hill, including photos and lists of past participants, click below.