Monthly Archives: May 2022

Pipeline Playwrights presents Write Your 10-Minute Play! at Joe’s Movement Emporium, Jun 5

Pipeline Playwrights presents Write Your 10-Minute Play! at Joe’s Movement Emporium, Jun 5

Pipeline Playwrights presents:
Write Your 10-Minute Play!

June 5, 2022, 2:30 – 4:00pm

Location: Joe’s Movement Emporium.

Ever wanted to tell a story in dramatic format? Here’s your chance to learn the basics.
Nicole Burton of Pipeline Playwrights will teach a playwriting workshop at Joe’s Movement Emporium, Sunday, June 5, 2:30-4:00 pm.
Limited to 15 attendees (masks and vax cert required)
Topics include:
Where to get story ideas (and bring your ideas to discuss)
The parts of a play
Why the 10-minute play
How to shape your play
Developing characters
Reading & revising
Where to produce your 10-minute play

Cost: $10. Click here.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING SAFETY POLICIES.

COVID-19 Safety Policies:
If You Are Sick, Stay Home Masks are required. Proof of vaccination is required. You may show the physical vaccination card or a photo of the card on your phone. If you are unable to be vaccinated, you must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the day of the performance. No outside food or drink, no food in the theater

Auditions for Sweat by by 2nd Star Productions at the Bowie Playhouse, May 31 & June 2

Auditions for Sweat by by 2nd Star Productions at the Bowie Playhouse, May 31 & June 2

2nd Star Productions announces auditions for:
Sweat
by Lynn Nottage
directed by Miss Cody Jones
produced by Nathan Bowen

2nd Star Productions at the Bowie Playhouse

Audition Dates & Times: Tuesday, May 31 and Thursday, June 2 at 7 pm.
Audition Location: The Bowie Playhouse, 16500 Whitemarsh Park Drive, Bowie MD 20715

Winner of the 2017 Pulitizer Prize for drama, Sweat tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets, and laughs while working together on the factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, the friends find themselves pitted against each other in a heart-wrenching fight to stay afloat.

Those who wish to audition may attend either the Tuesday or Thursday dates, not both. Doors open at 6:45 pm and auditions will start at 7:00 pm. Please arrive no later than 8:00 pm. Callbacks Date & Time: Saturday, June 4 at 11am-2pm. Callbacks Location: Online via Zoom. Please keep Saturday clear in case you are called back. If you are needed for callbacks, you will be notified by email by noon on Friday, June 3. Rehearsals: Rehearsals will primarily be held on Tuesday nights (7-10 pm), Thursday nights (7-10 pm), and Saturday mornings (11-3 pm) beginning early June. Not all actors will be required for all rehearsals; and conflicts can be honored. Load-in is Saturday, August 13, and technical rehearsals will run each evening until opening on August 19.

Performances: August 19 – September 3, 2022, Fridays through Sundays.

For more information about these auditions, click here.

Taratibu Youth Association Presents Never Forget at Joe’s Movement Emporium, May 27

Taratibu Youth Association Presents Never Forget at Joe’s Movement Emporium, May 27

Taratibu Youth Association Presents its 2022 Black History Show; “NEVER FORGET!”

Friday May 27, 2022 at 7 pm
Saturday May 28, 2022 at 4 pm

Location: Joe’s Movement Emporium.

TYA looks at a few of the stories of our history that should not be forgotten; the Tulsa Massacre, Youth Protests of Aparthied, and our constant battle, as Africans of the diaspora to determine ourselves for ourselves. Join us as we re-tell those stories and look to new ways to strengthen our connection to our past so that we Never Forget!

Tickets General Admission: $25, Youth: $20. Click here.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING SAFETY POLICIES.

COVID-19 Safety Policies:
If You Are Sick, Stay Home Masks are required. Proof of vaccination is required. You may show the physical vaccination card or a photo of the card on your phone. If you are unable to be vaccinated, you must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the day of the performance. No outside food or drink, no food in the theater

Auditions for Twelve Angry Women at Greenbelt Arts Center, May 23-24

Auditions for Twelve Angry Women at Greenbelt Arts Center, May 23-24

The Rude Mechanicals in residence at the Greenbelt Arts Center announces auditions for:
Twelve Angry Women
by Reginald Rose
stage version by Sherman L. Sergel

Auditions May 23 & 24, 2022 at 8pm
Auditions and performance will be live in person

By Greenbelt Arts Center, In Person.

Callbacks will be 8-10PM Thu May 26. Actors may be cast without being called back. Auditions will consist of a monologue you may prepare or select from one of ours. Please bring proof of vaccination.

The Rude Mechanicals’ next live show at the Greenbelt Arts Center! “Twelve Angry Women,” by Reginald Rose, stage version by Sherman L. Sergel, produced by special arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois, both tells a story and examines our society. The story is straightforward: twelve strangers must vote guilty or not guilty to decide the future of a young man charged with the murder of his father. Their verdict must be unanimous. The drama is played out in a claustrophobic jury room during an unbearable hot summer day. The environment is a crucible—a vessel that purifies through fire. Each of the jurors is forced to face herself—her life experiences, prejudices, personalities, and biases. Herein lies the ever-ascending drama of the play—the conflicts of every jury member within herself and with her fellow jurors as they examine the evidence.

For more information, click here.

Auditions for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Upstage Artists, May 21-22

Auditions for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Upstage Artists, May 21-22

Upstage Artists announces auditions for:
The Wizard of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
adapted by John Cusumano

This is a show for children from age 6 to 16. All shows and rehearsals take place at Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 11416 Cedar Lane, Beltsville, MD 20705.
Rehearsals begin on June 6 and will occur on Monday, Thursday, and Friday Evenings.
Show Dates July 22-24 and 29-31, 2022

To sign up, click here.

Location: Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 11416 Cedar Lane, Beltsville MD, 20705

For more information click here.

Join us for UpStage Artists first ever kids show, The Wizard of Oz. This delightful show is based on L. Frank Baum’s timeless classic “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” Join the actors as they transport you to the magical land of Oz where you’ll meet Dorothy and her dog Toto, The Scarecrow, The Tin-Man, The Cowardly Lion and much more. This is a great show for families. We hope you can join us!

COVID NOTE: We are dedicated to keeping everyone safe during the run of this show. All actors will be required to wear a mask while rehearsing, and while backstage during the performance. The only time you will be permitted to remove your mask is while ON stage.

Please note: All audience members over the age of 12 must be fully vaccinated in order to attend a performance. Proof of vaccination will be required. Masks and social distancing are required. No refunds will be given to anyone refusing to abide by these rules.