The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) has made a significant move with the launch of the PWHL Takeover Tour. This initiative brings a slate of nine regular-season neutral-site games to locations outside the League’s current cities, opening up new avenues for fans to experience the excitement of women’s hockey.

Uniting Hockey Fans Across North America

Expanding the Hockey Footprint

The PWHL Takeover Tour is set to span a vast area, with games contested from the Pacific Northwest to Québec City and down to Raleigh, N.C. Only Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, which witnessed a remarkable U.S. professional women’s hockey attendance record of 13,736, will host a neutral-site game in the League’s second season. This shows the League’s commitment to bringing hockey to different parts of North America and engaging with a wider audience.Bringing hockey to these diverse locations is not just about expanding the League’s reach; it’s about creating a sense of unity among hockey fans. The enthusiasm from cities eager to host PWHL games is a testament to the growing popularity of women’s hockey. As Amy Scheer, PWHL Senior Vice President of Business Operations, said, “Bringing PWHL games to fans across both countries is a natural next step as we continue building our audience.”

Teams and Game Participation

The nine games will be played over 84 days starting from Jan. 5, 2025. All six PWHL teams will get the chance to shine, with the Montréal Victoire and Ottawa Charge playing in four games each. The Boston Fleet and Minnesota Frost will appear in three games, while the New York Sirens and Toronto Sceptres will participate in two. This ensures that every team has a significant role to play in the Takeover Tour and allows fans from different regions to support their favorite teams.Each team’s participation adds a unique flavor to the Tour. The Montréal Victoire and Ottawa Charge, with their strong presence in the East, will bring a different energy to the games. The Boston Fleet and Minnesota Frost, from the North and Midwest respectively, will showcase the diversity of the PWHL. And the New York Sirens and Toronto Sceptres, representing the East Coast, will add to the excitement with their local fan bases.

Making Tickets Accessible

Tickets for the PWHL Takeover Tour will be available starting with presales on Thursday, Nov. 21, followed by the general on-sale on Friday, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. (local time). Fans can purchase tickets at thepwhl.com/tickets, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to witness the thrilling action on the ice.This accessibility is crucial for the growth of women’s hockey. By making tickets available to a wider audience, the PWHL is not only increasing its fan base but also inspiring the next generation of hockey players. It shows that women’s hockey is not just a niche sport but a mainstream entertainment option.In conclusion, the PWHL Takeover Tour is a game-changer for women’s hockey. It expands the League’s reach, engages fans from different regions, and provides a platform for teams to showcase their skills. With tickets now available, fans have the chance to be a part of this exciting moment in hockey history.

The Shakespeare Theatre Company has made an exciting announcement regarding their summer lineup. A unique addition to their offerings is "Duel Reality" by The 7 Fingers. This highflying theatrical take on Romeo and Juliet is set to grace Harman Hall from July 1 to 20, 2025. It brings together acrobatic and aerial artists from around the world to tell the dramatic tale of two feuding families through epic battles of skill and daring high-flying competition in an acrobatic sports arena.

Experience the Thrilling Reinvention of Romeo and Juliet

About the Production

This international production was originally crafted by The 7 Fingers, also known as Les 7 Doigts de la main from Montréal, Québec, in collaboration with Virgin Voyages. Director Shana Carroll, the co-Founder and Artistic Director of The 7 Fingers, was the co-choreographer (with a Tony Award nomination) and circus designer for "Water for Elephants" on Broadway. The one-act, nonstop production is a spectacle that will truly astonish all who experience it. It awakens your sense of wonder and infuses a story of betrayal, intrigue, and doomed love with physical feats and literal leaps of grace. Critics have hailed it as "entertaining, gratifying, and a fantastic experience" (Berkeley Beacon).

Duel Reality has toured the world and now brings its signature flair and acrobatic magic to Washington, DC for just three weeks. It is a thrilling experience for all ages and perfect for the heady days of summer.

Ticket Information

Tickets for "Duel Reality" are priced from $35 to $106 and are on sale now. For more information, please visit ShakespeareTheatre.org or call the Box Office at 202.547.1122.

The Creative Team

Joining Shana Carroll on the creative team are musical director and composer Colin Gagné, lighting designer Alexander Nichols, costume designer Camille Thibault-Bédard, production director Maude St-Pierre, technical director Simon Carrière, technical coordinator Audrey Belzile, assistant to the Artistic Director Anna Kichtchenko, acrobatic coach Francisco Cruz, tour manager Pauline Baud-Guillard, technical director/sound Delphine Quenneville, rigger Benoit Rouillard, and LX operators Florent Patou.

About Shakespeare Theatre Company

For over 35 years, the Tony Award-winning Shakespeare Theatre Company has been renowned as the nation's premier classical theater. They tell vital stories in audacious forms, stories that are Shakespearean in the deepest sense, even if they are not written by Shakespeare. Their productions stage epic stories in exhilarating style.