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Auditions for Newsies, Jr. and Kid’s Cabaret at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jun 7

Auditions for Newsies, Jr. and Kid’s Cabaret at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jun 7

Laurel Mill Playhouse announces auditions for their annual Children’s show:
Disney’s Newsies Jr. and Kid’s Cabaret
Directed by Michael Hartsfield
Produced by Maureen Rogers

Ages 8 – 17.

Auditions will be June 7, 8 & 9.
Performances August 1 – 17, 2025
Performances Fri. at 8 PM; Sat. at 1 or 2 PM; Sat at 8 PM; Sun. at 2 PM.

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

Registration fee is $65.00 and should be paid at our first meetings/rehearsals (6/7 , 6/8, and 6/9). Individual forms must be submitted for each participant, even for members of the same family. The $65 fee covers participation, a show t-shirt, a show DVD, and a cast party. This fee also entitles each participant to one(1) complimentary ticket to the show.*

On Saturday, 6/7, 11am-1pm, participants will learn two audition songs and a short dance combination. On Sunday, 6/8, 5-7pm, participants will audition for various parts in the show using the songs and the dance they learned. On Monday, 6/9, 5:30-8:00pm, parts will announced and rehearsals begin.

Registration is $65. For more information and to register, click here.

For further information, please call 301-617-9906, or contact Maureen Rogers at maureencrogers@gmail.com or 301-452-2557.

Black Comedy at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jun 6-22

Black Comedy at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Jun 6-22

Laurel Mill Playhouse presents:
Black Comedy
By Peter Shaffer
Directed by Lori Bruun
Produced by Maureen Rogers

Performances June 6 – 22, 2025
Performances Fri. at 8 PM; Sat. at 1 or 2 PM; Sat at 8 PM; Sun. at 2 PM.

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

Black Comedy is a one-act farce by Peter Shaffer, first performed in 1965. The premise of the piece is that light and dark are transposed, so that when the stage is lit the cast are supposed to be in darkness and only when the stage is dark are they supposed to be able to see each other and their surroundings.

Ticket prices are as follows:
Adults: $20, Children 18 and under, Seniors 65 and over, and active duty military: $15; special price includes dinner at Olive on Main on June 15: $45 and $40.

For further information, please call 301-617-9906, or contact Maureen Rogers at maureencrogers@gmail.com or 301-452-2557.

Into the Woods by 2nd Star Productions at the Bowie Playhouse, Oct 4-Nov 2

Into the Woods by 2nd Star Productions at the Bowie Playhouse, May 30-Jun 28

2nd Star Productions at the Bowie Playhouse presents:
Into the Woods
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Directed by Alex Campbell

May 30 – June 28, 2025
Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm; closing Saturday, June 28 at 2:00pm

2nd Star Productions at the Bowie Playhouse

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece… and a rare modern classic.

The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

Tickets for shows at Bowie Playhouse are $29.00 for General Admission, $26.00 for seniors (60 and over), military and full time students, and $18 for Children 11 and under. Buy tickets here.

Bangin’ in Bowie at the Bowie CPA, May 24

Bangin’ in Bowie at the Bowie CPA, May 24

Joe Clair and Friends presents the Bangin’ in Bowie Comedy

Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 7pm & 9:30pm

Location: Bowie Center for the Performing Arts.

Joe Clair and Friends presents the Bangin’ in Bowie Comedy Series, this month featuring special guests Ashima Franklin, Talent, and Howie Bell! Plus, there will be live music by Sound of the City, featuring Precious Joubert and DJ Two Tone Jones, and food by Sides BBQ and Catering!

Tickets: $35 to $50. Click here.

Drama Kids of Bowie at the Bowie CPA, May 18

Drama Kids of Bowie at the Bowie CPA, May 18

Drama Kids of Bowie presents its 14th annual Spring production

Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 1pm, and 4:30pm

Location: Bowie Center for the Performing Arts.

Sunday, May 18, 2025 — 1:00 pm

Paradesia
Come with us to the beautiful island of Paradesia, where peaceful serenity is disrupted by sudden danger. Discover hidden treasures, explore the sandy beaches, and collect magical seashells as you dive into this tropical escape full of surprises and excitement. Enjoy sun, sand, and mysterious shells on this delightful tropical excursion.
*Performed by Robert Goddard Montessori School Location

The Bold Buccaneers
Ahoy, Mateys! It’s a pirate’s life for them, but what happens when sailors from Her Majesty’s Service get picked up by the pirates? Put a group of rough and tumble personalities on one ship, and SOMEBODY may have to walk the plank…!
*Performed by Robert Goddard Montessori School Location

Jason & The Golden Fleece
Drop into the comical final dress-rehearsal of this high school play. Cast members are challenged to play two roles at once, alternating between a stereotypical high school student and a formal Greek character in this retelling of the classic Greek Tragedy. *Performed by DKI Acting Academy; Samuel Ogle MS Location

Sunday, May 18, 2025 — 4:30 pm

Pirate Joe
Feared by everyone across the sea…ARGH!!! Their dream pirating adventure turns out to be a NIGHTMARE! Join us aboard Captain Joe’s Pirate Ship where this swarthy crew of pirates is about to stage a mutiny! Will Pirate Joe be able to keep them in line or will the crew take over? You’ll just have to watch and find out!
*Performed by Yorktown ES Location

The Bold Buccaneers
Ahoy, Mateys! It’s a pirate’s life for them, but what happens when sailors from Her Majesty’s Service get picked up by the pirates? Put a group of rough and tumble personalities on one ship, and SOMEBODY may have to walk the plank…!
*Performed by Tulip Grove ES Location

Jason & The Golden Fleece
Drop into the comical final dress-rehearsal of this high school play. Cast members are challenged to play two roles at once, alternating between a stereotypical high school student and a formal Greek character in this retelling of the classic Greek Tragedy.
*Performed by DKI Acting Academy; Samuel Ogle MS Location

Tickets: $20 each or $30 for both performances. Click here.