Category Archives: Variety

Heauxs of Hogwarts: A Burlesque Variety Show at Joe’s Movement Emporium, Dec 13

Heauxs of Hogwarts: A Burlesque Variety Show at Joe’s Movement Emporium, Dec 13

Joe’s Movement Emporium presents:
Heauxs of Hogwarts: A Burlesque Variety Show

Saturday, December 13, 2025, 8:00 PM

Location: Joe’s Movement Emporium.

A part of Joe’s Movement Emporium’s Spotlight Showcase Series.

We solemnly swear that we are up to no good! Grab your broomstick, take a portkey, or use the floo network to join us at Joe’s Movement Emporium for H.O.H., an unofficial sexy burlesque-style variety show for the HP lovers in the DMV. Immerse yourself in the lore with burlesque dancers, aerial and specialty acts, festive libations, and more!

Brush up on your HP knowledge for our trivia segment, and don your best dress robes for a special best dressed contest! Grab your galleons, because tips are encouraged. Doors open at 7:30 pm with the show starting at 8:00 pm. Guests must be 21+ to attend this event.

A percentage of the profits from this show will go to TASSN. This show is not affiliated with the official Harry Potter series.

Tickets $40 general, $65 VIP. Must be 21+ to enter. Click here.

Experimental Performance Series at the Clarice, Dec 6

Experimental Performance Series at the Clarice, Dec 6

UMD School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies presents:
Experimental Performance Series

#2:
Sat, Dec. 6, 2025 | 2:00 pm
Sat, Dec. 6, 2025 | 7:30 pm

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

The Experimental Performance Series is a collection of self-produced works from undergraduate and graduate students in theatre and dance, ranging from established works to brand new plays and choreography. This performance will feature works by Eitan Amster and Bre Seals.

Free, no tickets required. Click here.

Hot Takes.ppt at the Greenbelt Arts Center, Dec 6

Hot Takes.ppt at the Greenbelt Arts Center, Dec 6

The Greenbelt Arts Center presents:
Hot Takes.ppt: A Night of Unhinged PowerPoints

December 6, 2025 at 8pm

Location: Greenbelt Arts Center

Ever wondered what happens when you give people a mic, five minutes, and a PowerPoint on literally anything? Come find out at Hot Takes.ppt for a night where bizarre brilliance and comedic chaos collide!

Watch presenters deliver rapid-fire talks on the most unexpected topics imaginable. Then, stick around for PowerPoint Karaoke, where fearless performers are handed surprise, pre-made slide decks and must improvise their way through presentations they’ve never seen before. The results? Utterly unpredictable and absolutely hilarious!

Whether you want to laugh, learn something new, or just witness the wildest ideas ever put into PPT… Hot Takes.ppt is the show for you.

Come ready to cheer, gasp, and maybe leave with a few new hot takes of your own!

To sign up, click here.

Tickets: $12. Buy tickets here.

Festival of Lessons and Carols at Clarice Smith, Dec 5

Festival of Lessons and Carols at Clarice Smith, Dec 5

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Jason Max Ferdinand, music director
Tactus, UMD Treble Choir, University Chorale, Voix de Chanson, FreundeMusik

Friday, December 5, 2025. 8PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

UMD Choral Activities rings in the holidays with its Festival of Lessons and Carols, a tradition now in its 24th year. Choirs, brass quintet and organ combine to perform carols, hymns and spoken word that epitomize hope and bring the joy of the season to life. This event takes place at the UMD Memorial Chapel.

Tickets: Regular $30, Seniors: $20, Student/Youth $10. Click here.

Maryland Ghostlight Company Cabaret at the Clarice, Oct 26

Maryland Ghostlight Company Cabaret at the Clarice, Oct 26

Maryland Ghostlight Company Cabaret
Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 3pm

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

Join Maryland Ghostlight Company for their semesterly cabaret in the Cafritz Foundation Theater! The Fall Cabaret is a collection of student performances, including songs, skits, monologues, and scenes. Each performer will prepare a work of their choice and present it at Maryland Ghostlight Company’s biannual Cabaret. All are welcome to attend!

Free, no tickets. Click here.