MET's Fun Company to Present THE STAR STEALER, 6/7-29
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's (MET) family theatre, The Fun Company, will present the final show of its 2013-14 season, the World Premiere of The Star Stealer. Written by MET ensemble member, Caitlin Joy, and directed by fellow ensemble member Vanessa Strickland, the show hopes to capture audiences by creating entire universes out of only 6 actors and a collection of objects. The playwright is excited to share her new work; 'Vanessa has a fantastic vision for this show and the cast and crew are top notch, so it's bound to be a great performance. The laughs and the lessons are for audiences of all ages. And live theatre is always its own adventure!' The show will run from June 7 through June 29 at MET.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's (MET) family theatre, The Fun Company, will present the final show of its 2013-14 season, the World Premiere of The Star Stealer. Written by MET ensemble member, Caitlin Joy, and directed by fellow ensemble member Vanessa Strickland, the show hopes to capture audiences by creating entire universes out of only 6 actors and a collection of objects. The playwright is excited to share her new work; 'Vanessa has a fantastic vision for this show and the cast and crew are top notch, so it's bound to be a great performance. The laughs and the lessons are for audiences of all ages. And live theatre is always its own adventure!' The show will run from June 7 through June 29 at MET.
Strand Theater Company Presents ONE GLITZ WISH, 6/1
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
The Strand Theater Company proudly presents the inaugural production of its 2014 season, One Glitz Wish, by Kristin Harrison. A mash up of Commedia Dell'Arte, cabaret, and drag, One Glitz Wish is a hilarious evening of glamour and decadence that explodes the question of what it means to be a 'little girl.' One Glitz Wish, which opens June 1, is the first Strand production under the leadership of the new Artistic Director, Elissa Goetschius.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
The Strand Theater Company proudly presents the inaugural production of its 2014 season, One Glitz Wish, by Kristin Harrison. A mash up of Commedia Dell'Arte, cabaret, and drag, One Glitz Wish is a hilarious evening of glamour and decadence that explodes the question of what it means to be a 'little girl.' One Glitz Wish, which opens June 1, is the first Strand production under the leadership of the new Artistic Director, Elissa Goetschius.
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Announces 2016 Centenary Encores Commission Project
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
In celebration of its Centenary in 2016, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) has announced a commissioning project inviting ideas submitted by members of the public
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
In celebration of its Centenary in 2016, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) has announced a commissioning project inviting ideas submitted by members of the public
Forrest McClendon, Stephanie Berry & More Set for Center Stage's WILD WITH HAPPY, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
Center Stage presents the exciting new comedy Wild with Happy by Colman Domingo. This heartwarming adventure through love and loss begins tonight, May 28, and runs through June 29, under the direction of Jeremy B. Cohen.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
Center Stage presents the exciting new comedy Wild with Happy by Colman Domingo. This heartwarming adventure through love and loss begins tonight, May 28, and runs through June 29, under the direction of Jeremy B. Cohen.
Gettysburg Community Theatre Announces Upcoming Shows
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2014
Gettysburg Community Theatre announces list of upcoming events. Scroll down to see what's coming up!
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2014
Gettysburg Community Theatre announces list of upcoming events. Scroll down to see what's coming up!
Glass Mind Theatre to Play with Miss Manners in RSVP, 6/6-15
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Time travel might not be first thing that comes to mind when people think of manners; usually it's more like which fork to use when. But, in Glass Mind's production of RSVP, based on Emily Post's Etiquette, you can expect that combination. Director Ann Turiano, who is also leading the cast in the devising process, uses time travel to go back and forth between 1922 and 2014 to look at different ideas of acceptable behavior in the two different eras.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Time travel might not be first thing that comes to mind when people think of manners; usually it's more like which fork to use when. But, in Glass Mind's production of RSVP, based on Emily Post's Etiquette, you can expect that combination. Director Ann Turiano, who is also leading the cast in the devising process, uses time travel to go back and forth between 1922 and 2014 to look at different ideas of acceptable behavior in the two different eras.
Olney Theatre Center to Present AVENUE Q, 6/11-7/6
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Olney Theatre Center, a Maryland destination for professional theater performance and education, continues its critically-acclaimed 76thAnniversary season with Avenue Q, winner of the 2004 Tony Award® for Best Musical, running June 11 - July 6, 2014 on the Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Olney Theatre Center, a Maryland destination for professional theater performance and education, continues its critically-acclaimed 76thAnniversary season with Avenue Q, winner of the 2004 Tony Award® for Best Musical, running June 11 - July 6, 2014 on the Mainstage.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre Presents SEEMLESS This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Maryland Ensemble Theatre will present SeemLess as part of its MET-X series, created to expand the collective horizons of the MET ensemble and its audience. Performances are May 23 and 24 at 8pm (45min run time) at Maryland Ensemble Theatre (31 W Patrick St. Frederick) located in the historic FSK Hotel. Tickets are $11.50 (includes $1.50 service fee) and may be purchased by phone at (301) 694-4744, online at marylandensemble.org, or in person at the MET box office.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
Maryland Ensemble Theatre will present SeemLess as part of its MET-X series, created to expand the collective horizons of the MET ensemble and its audience. Performances are May 23 and 24 at 8pm (45min run time) at Maryland Ensemble Theatre (31 W Patrick St. Frederick) located in the historic FSK Hotel. Tickets are $11.50 (includes $1.50 service fee) and may be purchased by phone at (301) 694-4744, online at marylandensemble.org, or in person at the MET box office.
Everyman Theatre Offer Handheld Closed Captioning Devices at Every Performance
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
Everyman Theatre has announced that beginning with its upcoming production of Nina Raine's award-winning play Tribes, audience members will have the ability to use personal handheld closed captioning devices during every performance. An early adopter of the new technology, Everyman is proud to be among the first theatres in the country to offer this option to its audiences for every performance. The announcement of the new technology supports Everyman's mission to make theatre accessible to everyone.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
Everyman Theatre has announced that beginning with its upcoming production of Nina Raine's award-winning play Tribes, audience members will have the ability to use personal handheld closed captioning devices during every performance. An early adopter of the new technology, Everyman is proud to be among the first theatres in the country to offer this option to its audiences for every performance. The announcement of the new technology supports Everyman's mission to make theatre accessible to everyone.
ATMTC to Launch Musical Theater Pre-Professional Program in September
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC) Academy announces the launch of a Pre-Professional Program to prepare exemplary young musical theater artists in grades 4-12 for college and/or a professional career, starting in September 2014. Led by a highly qualified faculty, and with a curriculum that incorporates the National & State Fine Arts Standards of Learning, the Pre-Professional Program will provide students with comprehensive training in singing, dancing, acting, and performance from September through May each year.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC) Academy announces the launch of a Pre-Professional Program to prepare exemplary young musical theater artists in grades 4-12 for college and/or a professional career, starting in September 2014. Led by a highly qualified faculty, and with a curriculum that incorporates the National & State Fine Arts Standards of Learning, the Pre-Professional Program will provide students with comprehensive training in singing, dancing, acting, and performance from September through May each year.
MET Sets 2014-15 Mainstage Season: CLYBOURNE PARK, THE ELEPHANT MAN & More
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET) is proud to announce its 2014-2015 Mainstage season. MET's seventeenth mainstage season will run from September of 2014 through June of 2015 and will feature a classic Shakespeare comedy, a German masterpiece, a World Premiere original, and contemporary crowd pleasers. Season subscriptions are on sale now at a special early bird rate. MET Artistic Director Tad Janes shared his excitement about all the plays, 'This season brings such great plays to the MET! Two very exciting newer plays, Clybourne Park and Good People, both have a great sense of humor, but also have a real depth of message. The Arsonists is a very funny, bordering on absurd, comedy, and we feature two excellent timeless pieces with The Elephant Man and Twelfth Night. Next season also brings a new MET created piece, brought to us by MET Mainstage writing alumni Reiner Prochaska.'
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET) is proud to announce its 2014-2015 Mainstage season. MET's seventeenth mainstage season will run from September of 2014 through June of 2015 and will feature a classic Shakespeare comedy, a German masterpiece, a World Premiere original, and contemporary crowd pleasers. Season subscriptions are on sale now at a special early bird rate. MET Artistic Director Tad Janes shared his excitement about all the plays, 'This season brings such great plays to the MET! Two very exciting newer plays, Clybourne Park and Good People, both have a great sense of humor, but also have a real depth of message. The Arsonists is a very funny, bordering on absurd, comedy, and we feature two excellent timeless pieces with The Elephant Man and Twelfth Night. Next season also brings a new MET created piece, brought to us by MET Mainstage writing alumni Reiner Prochaska.'
SISTER ACT National Tour Coming to Hippodrome Theatre, 6/4-15
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
SISTER ACT, the family friendly, over the top spectacle with nuns that rock, opens at the Hippodrome Theatre on June 4 through June 15, 2014
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
SISTER ACT, the family friendly, over the top spectacle with nuns that rock, opens at the Hippodrome Theatre on June 4 through June 15, 2014
Vagabond Players to Present THE EXONERATED, 6/6-7/6
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
The final production of the Vagabond Players' 98th season, The Exonerated by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen and directed by Josh Shoemaker, opens June 6 and runs weekends through July 6.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
The final production of the Vagabond Players' 98th season, The Exonerated by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen and directed by Josh Shoemaker, opens June 6 and runs weekends through July 6.
Glass Mind Theatre to Present RSVP, 6/6-15
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
Time travel might not be first thing that comes to mind when people think of manners; usually it's more like which fork to use when. But, in Glass Mind's production of RSVP, based on Emily Post's Etiquette, you can expect that combination. Director Ann Turiano, who is also leading the cast in the devising process, uses time travel to go back and forth between 1922 and 2014 to look at different ideas of acceptable behavior in the two different eras.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2014
Time travel might not be first thing that comes to mind when people think of manners; usually it's more like which fork to use when. But, in Glass Mind's production of RSVP, based on Emily Post's Etiquette, you can expect that combination. Director Ann Turiano, who is also leading the cast in the devising process, uses time travel to go back and forth between 1922 and 2014 to look at different ideas of acceptable behavior in the two different eras.
Iron Crow Theatre to Present BAREBACK INK, 5/31-6/11
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
Iron Crow Theatre Company presents Bareback Ink. A mysterious, powerful man commissions an isolated and withdrawn tattoo artist to create a large work of "ink" on the back of his beautiful, restless boy-toy. Greek mythology serves as inspiration for this modern, erotic tale of desire and possession. An earlier version of this piece was seen at the Capitol Fringe and the Edinburgh Fringe in 2012. Now, playwright Bob Bartlett teams up with Iron Crow to workshop the play and take it to even more dangerous places.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
Iron Crow Theatre Company presents Bareback Ink. A mysterious, powerful man commissions an isolated and withdrawn tattoo artist to create a large work of "ink" on the back of his beautiful, restless boy-toy. Greek mythology serves as inspiration for this modern, erotic tale of desire and possession. An earlier version of this piece was seen at the Capitol Fringe and the Edinburgh Fringe in 2012. Now, playwright Bob Bartlett teams up with Iron Crow to workshop the play and take it to even more dangerous places.
Olney Theatre Center Extends THE PIANO LESSON Through 6/8
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
Olney Theatre Center announces the extension of its current production, August Wilson's THE PIANO LESSON. The show, which opened on May 10, is now set to run an additional week through June 8, 2014. It has been extended due to the positive response it has garnered from audiences since its opening and the multitude of sold-out shows.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
Olney Theatre Center announces the extension of its current production, August Wilson's THE PIANO LESSON. The show, which opened on May 10, is now set to run an additional week through June 8, 2014. It has been extended due to the positive response it has garnered from audiences since its opening and the multitude of sold-out shows.
'SNOW WHITE,' MULAN JR. & More Set for Pumpkin Theatre's 47th Season
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
Pumpkin Theatre has announced their 47th Season - A Season of Princes and Princesses . Performances are Saturdays and Sundays, 1 &3pm and will take place at 2905 Walnut Ave, Owings Mills MD 21117. Our 47th Season is as follows:
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2014
Pumpkin Theatre has announced their 47th Season - A Season of Princes and Princesses . Performances are Saturdays and Sundays, 1 &3pm and will take place at 2905 Walnut Ave, Owings Mills MD 21117. Our 47th Season is as follows:
Spotlighters Theatre to Present EDWARD II, 5/30-6/22
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Spotlighters Theatre is proud to present Edward II by Christopher Marlowe, adapted by Jonas David Grey and directed by Brad Norris, May 30 - June 22, 2014. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:00pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Spotlighters Theatre is proud to present Edward II by Christopher Marlowe, adapted by Jonas David Grey and directed by Brad Norris, May 30 - June 22, 2014. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:00pm.
TYA to Present GHOST THE MUSICAL, 6/13-22
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Drama Learning Center's teen professional company will present the area premiere of GHOST, the musical this spring. Based on the hit film by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin, GHOST, the musical follows young couple Sam and Molly as their relationship takes a challenging turn with Sam's untimely death. The national tour of GHOST recently performed a limited engagement at Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theater, but this production marks the area premiere for a local performing group.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Drama Learning Center's teen professional company will present the area premiere of GHOST, the musical this spring. Based on the hit film by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin, GHOST, the musical follows young couple Sam and Molly as their relationship takes a challenging turn with Sam's untimely death. The national tour of GHOST recently performed a limited engagement at Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theater, but this production marks the area premiere for a local performing group.
Laurel Mill Playhouse's Summer Youth Shakespeare Theatre to Present TAMING OF THE SHREW, 5/30-6/14
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
The Laurel Mill Playhouse Annual Summer Youth Shakespeare Theatre, located at 508 Main Street in historic Laurel, MD., presents The Taming of the Shrew. Directed by Michael Hartsfield and produced by Maureen Rogers, this Shakespearean comedy opens Friday, May 30.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
The Laurel Mill Playhouse Annual Summer Youth Shakespeare Theatre, located at 508 Main Street in historic Laurel, MD., presents The Taming of the Shrew. Directed by Michael Hartsfield and produced by Maureen Rogers, this Shakespearean comedy opens Friday, May 30.
ARABIAN NIGHTS Runs Now thru 6/7 at Silver Spring Stage
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Silver Spring Stage presents the community theater premiere of The Arabian Nights by Mary Zimmerman adapted from The Book of One Thousand Nights and One Night, directed by Jacy D'Aiutolo and produced by Bob Scott, exciting and breathtaking new take on the magical experience in which Scheherazade's stories, told to save her life, weave an enchanted carpet ride that will both delight the senses and provoke the mind. The Arabian Nights will perform weekends tonight, May 16 to June 7, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
Silver Spring Stage presents the community theater premiere of The Arabian Nights by Mary Zimmerman adapted from The Book of One Thousand Nights and One Night, directed by Jacy D'Aiutolo and produced by Bob Scott, exciting and breathtaking new take on the magical experience in which Scheherazade's stories, told to save her life, weave an enchanted carpet ride that will both delight the senses and provoke the mind. The Arabian Nights will perform weekends tonight, May 16 to June 7, 2014.
101 DALMATIANS, DOUBLE TROUBLE & More Set for Imagination Stage's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2014
Fairies, dogs, monsters, genies, and long-lost sisters make up Imagination Stage's 2014-2015 season of professional theatre. In the season ahead, five very different role models for bravery are explored on stage: a night fairy surviving by day; a Dalmatian couple trying to rescue their pups; a little boy facing his darkest fears in the southern swamp; young explorers tasked with saving their city of Baghdad; and two twins unknowingly separated and reunited in an unexpected location.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2014
Fairies, dogs, monsters, genies, and long-lost sisters make up Imagination Stage's 2014-2015 season of professional theatre. In the season ahead, five very different role models for bravery are explored on stage: a night fairy surviving by day; a Dalmatian couple trying to rescue their pups; a little boy facing his darkest fears in the southern swamp; young explorers tasked with saving their city of Baghdad; and two twins unknowingly separated and reunited in an unexpected location.
BWW Interviews: SISTER ACT Stars Talk 'Sunday Intermission Covers,' Challenge Broadway Community
by Matt Tamanini - May 15, 2014
Anyone who travels for work knows that living out of suitcases and sleeping in hotels every night can be taxing. Well, recently three members of the SISTER ACT First National Tour decided to liven up life on the road by creating 'Sunday Intermission Covers.' Every Sunday, Ashley Moniz, Chris Cooke, and Tad Wilson quickly change costumes and then set up in front of a camera to sing a new, stripped down song. Recently the three spoke to BroadwayWorld about the project and their challenge for the rest of the Broadway community.
by Matt Tamanini - May 15, 2014
Anyone who travels for work knows that living out of suitcases and sleeping in hotels every night can be taxing. Well, recently three members of the SISTER ACT First National Tour decided to liven up life on the road by creating 'Sunday Intermission Covers.' Every Sunday, Ashley Moniz, Chris Cooke, and Tad Wilson quickly change costumes and then set up in front of a camera to sing a new, stripped down song. Recently the three spoke to BroadwayWorld about the project and their challenge for the rest of the Broadway community.
BWW Reviews: THE FOREIGNER at Vagabond Players Imports Comedy and Mayhem
by Cybele Pomeroy - May 15, 2014
THE FOREIGNER, an old-fashioned farce with all the classic elements- physical comedy, assumed identities, silly speech and general turmoil- continues through the 18th at Vagabond Players' Little Theatre in Fells Point, Maryland.
by Cybele Pomeroy - May 15, 2014
THE FOREIGNER, an old-fashioned farce with all the classic elements- physical comedy, assumed identities, silly speech and general turmoil- continues through the 18th at Vagabond Players' Little Theatre in Fells Point, Maryland.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents SEX PLEASE, WE'RE SIXTY, 7/11 - 7/26
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2014
Maryland's Bowie Community Theatre presents Michael and Susan Parker's play, 'Sex Please, We're Sixty' from July 11th until July 26th. According to The City Wire, 'If you need a rollicking good time filled with laughter, this is a must-see play.' Performances will be on Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM, as well as Sundays at 2PM. (Please note there is an additional Saturday matinee on July 19th at 2PM.) Performances will be held at the Bowie Playhouse, White Marsh Recreation Park 16500 White Marsh Drive in Bowie, MD.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2014
Maryland's Bowie Community Theatre presents Michael and Susan Parker's play, 'Sex Please, We're Sixty' from July 11th until July 26th. According to The City Wire, 'If you need a rollicking good time filled with laughter, this is a must-see play.' Performances will be on Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM, as well as Sundays at 2PM. (Please note there is an additional Saturday matinee on July 19th at 2PM.) Performances will be held at the Bowie Playhouse, White Marsh Recreation Park 16500 White Marsh Drive in Bowie, MD.
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