One of this year’s Artists in Residence at Strathmore is Cecily, a bright and vibrant young singer-songwriter who is all soul. She is a truly entrancing artist with incredible vocal power …
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:05PMNow playing at the Spookey Action Theater, “The Small Room at the Top of the Stairs” by Carole Fréchette is an exploration of love, pain, and isolation. What starts out like a b…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:03PM“The Remains” is a “Where are they now?” story of sorts about one of the first gay couples to be legally married in Massachusetts. The play is set 10 years after that histori…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:32PMGeorge Bernard Shaw’s “Saint Joan” is about the young farm girl Joan who became a military hero in 15th century France. She claimed to receive visions for Saint Catherine, Sain…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:23AM“10 Million” is an autobiographical play by Carlos Celdrán, the founder of Argos Teatros. The play started its life as Celdrán’s diary about the relationships he shared with …
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:19PMBased on the Biblical book of Genesis, ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ follows Jacob’s favorite son Joseph through a series of misfortunes that start because he dreams t…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:52PM‘The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant’ follows the glamorous Petra as she begins her life after the end of a marriage. Her relationships with the women in her life change drastically due t…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:23PMIgor Stravinsky’s controversial orchestral piece, ’The Rite of Spring’ premiered in 1913 at the Ballet Russes in Paris. It caused riots with its opening performance. Stravinsky’s exp…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:20PMSamuel Beckett’s iconic work ‘Waiting for Godot’ follows two men, Vladimir and Estragon, as they wait for the elusive Godot. This existential tale of boredom and humanity is sure to le…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:43PM“Roz and Ray” by Karen Hartman is a different type of AIDS drama. This story follows Dr. Roz Kagan and her relationship with Ray and his twin boys. These young boys were living w…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:07PMStephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens have created a completely absurd story about a young man who feels his life is not going anywhere and is suddenly thrust into an adventure. Harry Witherspoon…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:53PMBlending together folk, trad (traditional), rock, and Americana has created a beautiful and powerful sound for Skerryvore from Scotland. This group is engaging and combines bagpipes, whistle…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:49AMAnthony Walker is a gifted jazz pianist who takes inspiration from gospel, classical, and rhythm and blues. He is a performer who connects with the audience and genuinely looks like he is ha…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:36AMWhat an utter delight to have the opportunity to see Paddy Maloney and the Chieftains at Strathmore. This group, known for bringing traditional Irish music to the world’s attention, is cel…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:00PM1. Ice cream 2. Water Fights This is the start of the list that the character of Duncan Macmillan and Johnny Donahoe’s play “Every Brilliant Thing” makes for his suicidal mothe…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:16PMGeorge Gershwin’s masterful folk-opera “Porgy and Bess” premiered in 1935. Unfortunately, it did not gain popularity until 1976 when the Houston Grand Opera brought it back to …
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:29PMIt is not often that one gets to experience stand-up comedy in a venue as beautiful as AMP Powered by Strathmore. It has a warm and delightful atmosphere that puts the audience at ease and…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:17PMPat Martino, legendary jazz guitarist and composer, is an elegant example of the timeless beauty of the genre. His incredibly dexterous playing and technical skill matched with the emotional…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:55AMWhat makes up an individual’s identity? Where someone’s family is from? Where one is born? One’s name? These topics and more are explored in Danai Gurira’s newest play ‘Familiar.�…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:08PMToday it is easier than ever to share information. A picture can be seen by an entire community in a limited amount of time. In “La Foto: A Selfie Affair” Venezuelan playwright G…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:00AMThe greater Washington DC area has been blessed with two of the foremost musicians in the genre of world music. Seth Kibel is the region’s premier woodwind specialist while Tom Teasley has…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:57PMRobyn Helzner is a beautiful musician who shines on stage. Her passion for the traditional Jewish music that she sings comes through and makes her that much more engaging as a performer. She…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:53AMRachel Bonds’ play ‘Curve of Departure’ is a stark look at family and what it means to be a family. Bonds is a gifted storyteller who is able to craft a narrative with natural dialogue…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:47PMEarly in President Obama’s administration, Dan Hoyle left his urban liberal bubble of San Francisco to travel Small Town America and meet the “real Americans.” He wanted to understand …
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:27PMEarly in President Obama’s administration, Dan Hoyle left his urban liberal bubble of San Francisco to travel Small Town America and meet the “real Americans.” He wanted to understand …
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:27PMFounded in 2010 at the famous jazz club for which they are named, the Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra (BCJO) is the premier big band in the Washington DC area. Unfortunately, Bohemian Cavern…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:17PMIt is an unfortunate fact that the stories of transgender individuals are often told by cisgender playwrights. “Draw the Circle,” written and performed by Mushuq Mushtaq Deen fol…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:00PMStephen Wade, of local ‘Banjo Dancing’ fame, is one of the countries foremost scholars on American folk music. His depth of knowledge partnered with his musical skill makes him an engagi…
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:06PMAlthough adults often find drudgery in snowy days, children usually experience them with wonder and excitement. Snow days are opportunities to spend time with their adults and play. Arts on …
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:47AMThe beloved story “Charlotte’s Web” at E.B. White has been enthralling readers since 1952. The tale of the love between a pig named Wilbur and a spider named Charlotte teaches …
SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:40PMWhat is it about a capella music that makes people smile? Even after the “Pitch Perfect” craze has died down, there is still something magical about watching a group of people si…
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