Category Archives: Drama

My Heart in a Suitcase at the Publick Playhouse, May 9

My Heart in a Suitcase at the Publick Playhouse, May 9

Midweek Matinee
Monday, May 9, 10:15 am & 12 noon
GEICO Gecko Series: My Heart in a Suitcase

Location: Prince George’s Publick Playhouse

Description: Anne Lehmann and her family no longer feel safe in their Berlin home. Life in 1938 Germany is deteriorating quickly for the Lehmanns and all Jews living there. This gripping production about Anne and her family’s decision whether or not to send her on the Kindertransport is a tribute to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring power of a family’s love.

Recommended for grades 4 – 8. Curriculum Connections: Family Relationships, Historical, Literature-Based, Values-Based.

Tickets: $8 /Person; $6/Groups of 20 or More; Free to Title 1 Public Schools.

This performance is supported by the GEICO Philanthropic Foundation

Dutchman at Bowie State University, May 6 & 7

Dutchman at Bowie State University, May 6 & 7

Dutchman
by Amiri Baraka
Directed by Charles Franklin IV.

May 6, 2016 7:30pm
May 7, 2016 7:30pm

Fine and Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre, Bowie State University.

Description: Join us for a play directed by senior theatre major Charles Franklin IV.

Admission: $5.

Contact:
Bob Bartlett
bbartlett@bowiestate.edu
301-860-3769

Tags: Bowie State University, Bob Bartlett, Bowie Maryland, Dutchman, Amiri Baraka, Charles Franklin IV

Pizza with Shrimp on Top at Dematha High School, Apr 29-May 1

Pizza with Shrimp on Top at Dematha High School, Apr 29-May 1

Dematha High School presents
Pizza with Shrimp on Top

Friday, April 29, 2016 at 8:00pm
Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 8:00pm
Sunday, May 1, 2016 at 2:00pm

Location: DeMatha Catholic High School

The DeMatha Players present Pizza with Shrimp on Top. Performances will be held at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts. Friday, April 29th at 8 PM, Saturday, April 30th at 8 PM and Sunday, May 1st at 2 PM. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased from the Stag Store.

The Velveteen Rabbit at Bowie State University, Apr 15-16

The Velveteen Rabbit at Bowie State University, Apr 15-16

Wonderworks presents: The Velveteen Rabbit

April 15, 2016 – 11:00am and 1:00pm
April 16, 2016 – 11:00am, 1:00pm and 4:00pm

Description: Based on the novel by Margery Williams and illustrated by William Nicholson, this play for children tells the story of a stuffed rabbit’s quest to become real. It will be directed by Professor Gail Medford.

Fine and Performing Arts Center, Black Box Theatre, Bowie State University.

General admission: $5

Contact:
Bob Bartlett
bbartlett@bowiestate.edu
301-860-3769

The Maker of Dreams at Prince George’s Community College, Apr 14-18

The Maker of Dreams at Prince George’s Community College, Apr 14-18

The Maker of Dreams: A Fantasy in One Act
By Oliphant Down
Directed by Gary Fry

April 14, 15, 16, 2016 at 8pm
April 15, 2016 at 10:30am
April 18, 2016 at 10:30am

Location: Prince George’s Community College, Rennie Forum, Limited Seating.

Love and a fantasy prevail in an avant-garde style as Pierrot and Pierrette play out their lives as friends. But Pierrette develops feelings for Pierrot. Unaware, Pierrot searches for a woman of great beauty. Only through the efforts of a mysterious guest, who manufactures dreams, can Pierrot connect his lofty desires to Pierrette.

For tickets click here.