The Odyssey – From Vietnam to America at Clarice Smith, Dec 8

The Odyssey – From Vietnam to America at Clarice Smith, Dec 8

Vanessa Vân Ánh Võ
The Odyssey – From Vietnam to America

Saturday, December 8, 2018 . 8PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Kay Theatre.

The Vietnam War’s legacy lives on more than 40 years after its end. Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated composer-performer Vanessa Vân Ánh Võ melds traditional Vietnamese instruments with spoken word and live media to explore the deeply moving story of Vietnam’s war refugees: “Boat People.” In this multi-sensory experience, she triggers memories of the ocean carrying them from Vietnam to freedom.

Tickets: General admission $25, Students/Youth $10. Click here.

Wolf Pack presents A Christmas Carol at First Baptist Church Hyattsville, Dec 7-16

Wolf Pack presents A Christmas Carol at First Baptist Church Hyattsville, Dec 7-16

Wolf Pack Theatre Company presents
A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens

December 7 – 16, 2019

Wolf Pack Theatre Company performing at the First Baptist Church of Hyattsville, 5701 42nd Ave, Hyattsville MD 20781.

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Clarice Smith, Dec 7

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Clarice Smith, Dec 7

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Friday, December 7, 2018 . 8PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Memorial Chapel

Returning for its 17th season, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols tells the Christmas story through lively readings and music that epitomizes hope, goodwill and joy.

Tickets: General admission $20, Seniors $15, Students/Youth $10. Click here. On the day of the performance, tickets will be available only at Memorial Chapel beginning at 7PM.

Twas the Night Before Christmas at the Publick Playhouse, Dec 6

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at the Publick Playhouse, Dec 6

Midweek Matinee: Education on Stage
Thursday, December 6, 2018 at 10:15 am & 12 noon

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

Prince George’s Publick Playhouse

Description: Inspired by the timeless poem and by the real life of its author, Clement Moore, this hilarious musical introduces Santa in a particularly beneficent light. This Virginia Rep classic has been charming audiences nationwide for many years.

Recommended for grades K-5. Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, Social Studies, History.

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

A Dickens Tale at the Publick Playhouse, Dec 4

A Dickens Tale at the Publick Playhouse, Dec 4

Midweek Matinee: Education on Stage
Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 10:15 am & 12 noon

A Dickens Tale

Prince George’s Publick Playhouse

Description: See Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” come to life with Bright Star Theatre’s production. Join old Scrooge, bumbling Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and Jacob Marley to discover the true meaning of the season.

Recommended for grades K-8. Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, Character Education.

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