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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.

Going the Distance at the Publick Playhouse, Feb 4

Going the Distance at the Publick Playhouse, Feb 4

Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 10:15 am & noon

Going the Distance

Prince George’s Publick Playhouse

Description: Race to the finish line with two inspiring African American athletes who changed sports history in Discovery Theater’s original Olympian musical play. Cheer along as Jesse Owens and Wilma Rudolph overcome childhood illness, infirmity, and poverty to become the world’s fastest man and woman, winning the greatest honor in athletics, the Olympic gold medal. Soaring anthems and lively songs speak to the heart and soul of the winner in all of us!

Recommended for grades 3 to 5.

Tickets: Free for Title 1 Prince George’s County Public Schools.