Category Archives: Drama

Twins: The Situation at Bowie State University, Oct 12

Twins: The Situation at Bowie State University, Oct 12

Homecoming 2016: History Makers Play: A Coates Brothers Production
Twins: The Situation
Written and performed by Keith and Kevin Coates

October 12, 2016 7:00pm

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

Brothers Keith and Kevin Coates (’79) have teamed up with the Bowie State University’s Athletic Hall of Fame Alumni Chapter to produce the thought-provoking theatrical play, Twins: The Situation, featuring the brothers. The Coates twins are both members of Bowie State Sports Hall of Fame.

Admission: $15.

Contact:
Office of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving
alumni@bowiestate.edu
301-860-4237

The Birds at Hard Bargain, Oct 7-22

The Birds at Hard Bargain, Oct 7-22

The Birds
By Conor McPherson
Based on the short story by Daphne du Maurier
Directed by Michael Margelos

October 7 – 22, 2016
Friday, October 7, 2016 at 8pm
Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 8pm
Friday, October 14, 2016 at 8pm
Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 8pm
Friday, October 21, 2016 at 8pm
Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 8pm

Location: Hard Bargain Players

Daphne du Maurier’s short story, also the basis for Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, is boldly adapted by Conor McPherson—a gripping, unsettling, and moving look at human relationships in the face of societal collapse. In an isolated house, strangers Nat and Diane take shelter from relentless masses of attacking birds. They find relative sanctuary but not comfort or peace; there’s no electricity, little food, and a nearby neighbor may still be alive and watching them. Another refugee, the young and attractive Julia, arrives with some news of the outside world, but her presence also brings discord. Their survival becomes even more doubtful when paranoia takes hold of the makeshift fortress—an internal threat to match that of the birds outside.

Tickets for Hard Bargain Players performances are $12 for adults, $10 for students, seniors and members of the Alice Ferguson Foundation.

To reserve tickets, click here.

Tags: Hard Bargain Players, Accokeek Maryland, The Birds, Conor McPherson, Daphne du Maurier, Michael Margelos

The Call at Clarice Smith, Sep 30-Oct 8

The Call at Clarice Smith, Sep 30-Oct 8

The Call
By Tanya Barfield
Director Eleanor Holdridge
September 30 – October 8, 2016

Fri, Sep 30, 2016 . 7:30PM
Sun, Oct 2, 2016 . 2:00PM
Sun, Oct 2, 2016 . 7:30PM
Wed, Oct 5, 2016 . 7:30PM
Thu, Oct 6, 2016 . 7:30PM
Fri, Oct 7, 2016 . 7:30PM
Sat, Oct 8, 2016 . 2:00PM
Sat, Oct 8, 2016 . 7:30PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Kay Theatre, reserved seating.

When Annie and Peter decide to adopt, they set their sights on a child from Africa. But just how much of Africa are they willing to bring into their home? Long-buried secrets surface, surprising new tensions with old friends arise, and their marriage is put to the test — all in the face of one startling choice. With keen acumen, this portrait of cultural divide casts global issues into the heart of an American home.

Tickets: General Public $25, Student/Youth $10, NextLEVEL $20. Buy tickets here.

39 Steps at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Sep 16-Oct 2

39 Steps at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Sep 16-Oct 2

39 Steps
by Patrick Barlow & John Buchan
Directed by Stephen M. Deininger

Friday September 16, 2016 through Sunday October 2, 2016

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

In *The 39 Steps*, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she’s a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called “The 39 Steps” is hot on the man’s trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, *The 39 Steps* amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure!

Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.. Performances run weekends from Friday September 16, 2016 through Sunday October 2, 2016 with Friday and Saturday evening performances at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 for general admission. Admission for students (12 and under), active duty military and seniors (65 and over) is $15. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here. For further information, please call 301-617-9906 and press 2, or contact Maureen Rogers at maureencrogers@gmail.com or 301-452-2557.

Tags: Laurel Mill Playhouse, 39 Steps, Patrick Barlow, John Muchan, Stephen M. Deininger, Laurel Maryland

Rock the Line at Venus Theatre, Sep 15-Oct 9

Rock the Line at Venus Theatre, Sep 15-Oct 9

ROCK THE LINE BY KATHLEEN WARNOCK

September 15 – October 9, 2016
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8pm; Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm.

Location: Venus Theatre Play Shack.

On a raw winter day in the parking lot of a Rust Belt rock club, the faithful gather to celebrate their heroine, Patti Roxx, leader of The Wanderers. From near and far they travel, and they wait all day to be the first on line, stand closest to the stage, to commune with a rock goddess whose words and music shape, and sometimes save, their lives. As the day wears on, secrets are told, alliances made and tested, and ultimately, one has to decide whether to walk away alone.

Tickets are $20. Buy tickets here.