Encore Series: The Capitol Steps

Since its founding 35 years ago, the Capitol Steps has earned a reputation for “putting the mock in democracy.” The comedy troupe began as a group of Senate staffers who set out to satirize the very people and places that employed them. In the years that followed, many of the Steps ignored conventional wisdom and – although not all current members of the Steps are former Capitol Hill staffers – have worked in a total of 18 Congressional offices and represent 62 years of collective House and Senate staff experience.

Their latest production, “What to Expect When You're Electing,” spoofs the greatest hits of the 2016 campaign, including Donald Trump singing a rock song, Bernie Sanders singing a show tune, and Hillary Clinton doing stand-up comedy.

For more information, visit www.capsteps.com.

Tickets are free for Northwest students, $32 for adults ($27 for Northwest employees); tickets for children 12 and under are $15. They are available for purchase Sept. 14.