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Maryland Opera Studio presents Florencia en el Amazonas at Clarice Smith, Apr 13-21

Maryland Opera Studio presents Florencia en el Amazonas at Clarice Smith, Apr 13-21

Maryland Opera Studio presents:
Florencia en el Amazonas

Daniel Catán, composer
Marcela Fuentes-Berain, librettist
David Neely, conductor
Corinne Hayes, director

April 13-21, 2024
Sat, Apr 13, 2024 . 7:30PM
Wed, Apr 17, 2024 . 7:30PM
Fri, Apr 19, 2024 . 7:30PM
Sun, Apr 21, 2024 . 3:00PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

Daniel Catán, composer
Marcela Fuentes-Berain, librettist
David Neely, conductor
Corinne Hayes, director

Journey down the Amazon River aboard the steamboat El Dorado in Daniel Catán’s opera that explores themes of longing, self-discovery and the connection between art and the natural world. Inspired by the magical realism found in the works of Gabriel Garcia Márquez, Florencia en el Amazonas follows the story of Florencia Grimaldi, a famous soprano returning home to sing at the opera house in Manaus with hopes that the performance will attract her love Cristóbal, a butterfly hunter who has gone missing in the jungle.

Aboard the El Dorado are several passengers traveling to watch Florencia’s performance: a squabbling couple, the captain, his nephew and Rosalba, a journalist planning to write a book about Florencia. Despite their proximity, the passengers are unaware of Florencia’s identity. As the journey continues, the lives of the passengers become increasingly intertwined, forcing them to confront their fears and desires.

Join the Maryland Opera Studio on this magical boat ride that celebrates the transformative power of art and the resilience of the human spirit in their spring production of Daniel Catán’s Florencia en el Amazonas.

Tickets: $25 General, or $10 Students. Click here.

Kreativity Open Mic at Clarice Smith, Mar 8

Kreativity Open Mic at Clarice Smith, Mar 8

Kreativity Open Mic

Friday, March 8, 2024. 7:30PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

Join the Kreators of the Kreativity Diversity Troupe for an open mic night, full of music, dance and spoken word.

Interested in learning more about Kreativity? Email kreativity.troupe@gmail.com and like them on Facebook!

Free, no tickets required. Click here.

TDPS Henson Awards at Clarice Smith, Mar 5

TDPS Henson Awards at Clarice Smith, Mar 5

TDPS Henson Awards
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 • 7:30PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

The talented student recipients of the Jim Henson Fund for Puppetry will perform/present their funded projects.

The School of Theatre, Dance and Performance Studies hosts an annual competition and recipients are awarded funds to create a puppet project or performance. The Jim Henson Fund for Puppetry was established by Jane Henson ’55 to honor the memory of Jim Henson ’60, creator of the world famous Muppets.

Tickets: $25 General, or $10 Students. Click here.

Auditions for Teen Performance Ensemble, Mar 3

Auditions for Teen Performance Ensemble, Mar 3

M_NCPPC announces:

Auditions for Teen Performance Ensemble 2024
Seeking Teen Musical Theatre Actors Ages 16 – 18

Deadline to Apply: Fri., Mar. 1, 2024

Auditions: Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 1pm to 5pm

Rehearsals April 15 – June 22, 2024
Performance Tour June 24 – August 9, 2024

Location: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

Are you a rising star ready to shine on stage? Do you have a passion for musical theatre and want to be part of an ensemble? This is YOUR chance to showcase your talent and join an exciting journey of creativity, friendship, and unforgettable performances!

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Since 1996, the Teen Performance Ensemble has provided on-the-job training in musical theater skills to aspiring teen actors. The troupe presents one-act musical plays, directed by theatrical professionals, to children enrolled in M-NCPPC’s Summer Playgrounds and Camps. The Prince George’s County Parks and Recreation Arts & Cultural Heritage Division is seeking teens ages 16 and up to audition for the 2024 Teen Performance Ensemble Summer Tour! This is a paid position starting at $15/hr.

Program Schedule:
Rehearsals will be held twice a week (Wednesdays and Fridays, time tba) starting the week of April 15th.
The performance tour will begin June 25, 2024 and end August 9, 2024 (During the tour, the cast work 20-25 hours per week during the summer).

Deadline to Apply: Fri., Mar. 1, 2024

For more information click here.

Contact:
Megan Merchant
301-446-3238
megan.merchant@pgparks.com

Men on Boats at Clarice Smith, Mar 1-9

Men on Boats at Clarice Smith, Mar 1-9

Men on Boats
By Jacklyn Backhaus

Fri, Mar 1, 2024 . 7:30PM
Sat, Mar 2, 2024 . 7:30PM
Sun, Mar 3, 2024 . 2:00PM
Thu, Mar 7, 2024 . 7:30PM
Fri, Mar 8, 2024 . 7:30PM
Sat, Mar 9, 2024 . 7:30PM

Venue: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

Presented by Nouveau Riche and Soho Theatre
Written by Jessica L. Hagan
Adapted by Ryan Calais Cameron
Directed by Jessica Kaliisa
Cast: Paisley Billings, Déja J Bowens, Jadesola Odunjo, Muki Zubis
Producer for Nouveau Riche: Sarah Verghese
Producers for Soho Theatre: David Luff and Maddie Wilson
Communications & Marketing: Yasmin Mehboob-Khan
Stage Manager: Marie Angelique St Hill
Vocal Coach: Theo Llewellyn

Men On Boats challenges traditional historical narratives by reimagining John Wesley Powell’s expedition in the American West in 1869. A cast of non-male actors portrays the all-male crew, who navigates the treacherous waters of the Colorado River during their exploration. With humor and banter, the play examines gender, identity and the fraught relationship between humans and the natural world. This “rollicking history pageant” (The New York Times) challenges preconceptions about history, gender roles and the stories that get told.

Tickets: $25 General, or $10 Students. Click here.