I’ve Been a Woman at Clarice Smith, Apr 12-13

I’ve Been a Woman at Clarice Smith, Apr 12-13

Second Season
I’ve Been a Woman by Jordan Ealey

April 12 & 13, 2019

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 . 7:30PM
Sat, Apr 13, 2019 . 2:00PM
Sat, Apr 13, 2019 . 7:00PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Cafritz Foundation Theatre

This original theater piece follows two souls who are repeatedly reincarnated in Black women’s bodies during feminist movements of the past, present and future. As these embodied souls reconnect with one another across three distinct time periods, they struggle to reconcile the realities of their race, gender and sexuality within societies that seek to deny their humanity.

Free, tickets are required. Click here.

Chicken Little: The Sky is Falling at the Publick Playhouse, Apr 9

Chicken Little: The Sky is Falling at the Publick Playhouse, Apr 9

Midweek Matinee: Education on Stage
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at 10:15 am & 12 noon

Chicken Little: The Sky is Falling

Prince George’s Publick Playhouse

Description: This production challenges young audiences to think critically to realize that you can’t believe everything you hear, read or see, Chicken Little is the story of barnyard friends Henny Penny and Chicken “Chick” Little. When “Chick” gets “bonked on the head” by a mysterious object, the barnyard goes wild looking for the culprit. Somehow, a vicious rumor gets started that “the sky is falling” and its up to the audience and the other barnyard friends to make sure that the rumor doesn’t get out of control! With elements of comedy, suspense and slapstick, this fund adaptation of a classic tale is sure to entertain any audience.

Recommended for grades Pre-K-5. Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, Literacy.

Tickets: $8/person, $6/groups of 20 or more

Auditions for Teen Performance Ensemble and Children’s Theater, Apr 8 & 10

Auditions for Teen Performance Ensemble and Children’s Theater, Apr 8 & 10

Auditions for:
Teen Performance Ensemble & Children’s Theater

Are you a teen, age 16 or older who loves to act, sing, and dance and wants hands-on experience performing in front of live audiences? Our Teen Performance Ensemble and Prince George’s Children’s Theater were designed just for you.

Since 1996, the Teen Performance Ensemble has provided on-the-job training in musical theater skills to aspiring actors of high school age. In 2000, Prince George’s Children’s Theatre was established to give more teen performers the opportunity to earn money during the summer, while enhancing their abilities in acting, singing, and dance.

These two theater companies present original, one-act musical plays, written by local playwrights and directed by theatrical professionals, to children enrolled in M-NCPPC’s Summer Playgrounds and Camps. Over 100 performances are scheduled through the summer months. Graduates of these two troupes have gone on to study at some of the premier drama departments in the nation. From there, they have become professional actors, radio personalities, playwrights and theatrical directors. Auditions are open in the Spring to any student 16 years of age or older. If selected, actors will earn an hourly wage while providing live entertainment for their younger peers and gaining valuable experience.

Teens, ages 16-19, who love acting, singing, and dancing, are invited to FREE auditions for summer jobs in the performing arts. Those selected will perform in a one-act, live musical production at M-NCPPC Summer Playgrounds and camps during June and July 2019. Attend the audition nearest your home. Prepare a one-minute monologue and an up-tempo song or dance. No appointment is necessary. For more information contact Performing Arts Specialist Christel Stevens at 301-446-3238.

Monday, April 8, 2019, 6:30-9 PM: Auditions for Prince George’s Children’s Theater; North Brentwood Community Center, 4012 Webster Road, North Brentwood, MD 20722

Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 6:30-9 PM: Auditions for Teen Performance Ensemble; Harmony Hall Arts Center; 10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Sign up now for Spring Break Theatre Camps, Apr 15-19

2019 Spring Break Theatre Camp at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Apr 15-Apr 19

Location: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

An acting camp for young performers who want to sharpen their theater skills and increase their confidence while having fun. Activities will include theatre games, comedy, improv, pantomime, scene study, characterization and musical theater techniques. A field trip to a local theatre performance is included.

Dates: April 15 – April 19, 2019. Time: 9:00am to 4:30pm.
Fees: Residents $170, Non-Residents $221.

To sign up click here and search for keyword “Theatre”.

2019 Spring Camp with the Greenbelt Recreation Department, Apr 15-Apr 19

Location: Greenbelt Community Center Gymnasium

Warmer days are on their way, and Spring Break is right around the
corner! We’ll keep your kid’s break action packed with a combination of
events both at the Youth Center and off premises. All campers must be in
kindergarten through sixth grade and are responsible for providing their
own non-perishable lunch and drink.

Dates: April 15 – April 19, 2019. Time: 8:45am to 3:30pm.
Fees: Residents $204, Non-Residents $235.

Before and after care available.

To register click here.

Kurt Weill Festival: Zaubernacht & Mahagonny Songspiel at Clarice Smith, Apr 5-11

Kurt Weill Festival: Zaubernacht & Mahagonny Songspiel at Clarice Smith, Apr 5-11

Kurt Weill Festival: Zaubernacht & Mahagonny Songspiel

Zaubernacht
Kurt Weill, composer
Wladimir Boritsch, librettist

Mahagonny Songspiel
Kurt Weill, composer
Bertolt Brecht, librettist

April 5 – 11, 2019

Fri, Apr 5, 2019 . 7:30PM
Sun, Apr 7, 2019 . 3:00PM
Tue, Apr 9, 2019 . 7:30PM
Thu, Apr 11, 2019 . 7:30PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Kogod Theatre.

The Maryland Opera Studio juxtaposes two of Weill’s earliest works for the stage — Zaubernacht (1922) and Mahagonny Songspiel(1927). An enchanting work about two small children whose toys come to life, Zaubernacht (1922) also features a dance portion that will be performed by TDPS students. Mahagonny Songspiel (1927) is a scenic cantata set in a fictitious American town and marks the beginning of Weill’s collaboration with Bertolt Brecht.

Tickets: General admission $25, Students/Youth Free. Click here.