Category Archives: Play

Macbeth at the Clarice, Mar 6-10

Macbeth at the Clarice, Mar 6-10

Clarice presents:
Macbeth
by William Shakespeare

Fri, Mar. 6, 2026 | 7:30 pm
Sat, Mar. 7, 2026 | 2:00 pm
Sat, Mar. 7, 2026 | 7:30 pm
Tue, Mar. 10, 2026 | 7:30 pm
Wed, Mar. 11, 2026 | 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar. 12, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

In this bold retelling of Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Lord Macbeth and his wife will stop at nothing to fulfill a prophecy and ascend to power but the consequences of their ambition threaten everything.

Tickets: $35, Students/Youth: $15. Click here.

Going the Distance with Smithsonian’s Discovery Theater at the Publick Playhouse, Feb 24

Going the Distance with Smithsonian’s Discovery Theater at the Publick Playhouse, Feb 24

Prince George’s Publick Playhouse presents:
Going the Distance with Smithsonian’s Discovery Theater

Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 10am and 11:15am

Prince George’s Publick Playhouse.

This performance is part of our Education on Stage Series and is recommended for Grades 1-6. Race to the finish line with two black Olympians who changed history in this original musical play from Discovery Theater! Soaring music and the exhilaration of world-class sports inspire us all to greatness in this vivid portrayal of the lives of Jesse Owens and Wilma Rudolph. Watch them overcome childhood illness, infirmity, and poverty to become the world’s fastest man and fastest woman, winning the greatest honor in athletics: the Olympic Gold medal. The John Cornelius II score speaks to the heart and soul of the winner in all of us. Please note, everyone must have a ticket to enter, regardless of age. Groups of 20+ can call 301-277-1710 for Group Sales.

Tickets: $8 adult, $6 child. Click here for info, and here for tickets.

Through Our Eyes at Joe’s Movement Emporium, Feb 22

Through Our Eyes at Joe’s Movement Emporium, Feb 22

Joe’s Movement Emporium presents:
Black Leaves Dance Company Presents: Through Our Eyes

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 6:00pm

Location: Joe’s Movement Emporium.

Though Our Eyes will take you on a journey through time, where music, dance, culture, and history are amplified by “black magic”. From the birth of dance to the songs and events that defined a generation, this show will transport you through the decades, moving and inspiring you.

Tickets $30. Click here.

By the Way… Meet Vera Stark at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Feb 20-Mar 15

By the Way… Meet Vera Stark at Laurel Mill Playhouse, Feb 20-Mar 15

Laurel Mill Playhouse presents:
By the Way… Meet Vera Stark
by Lynn Nottage
Directed by Lorraine Brooks
Produced by Maureen Rogers

Performances February 20 – March 15, 2026
Performances Fri. at 8 PM; Sat at 8 PM; Sun. at 2 PM.

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

Vera Stark, an aspiring Black actress in the 1930s, experiences the racist politics and barriers that were imposed by Hollywood producers and studios – but she will not give up or give in!

Ticket prices are as follows:
Adults: $20, Children 18 and under, Seniors 65 and over, and active duty military: $15

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