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Auditions for Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner by Upstage Artists, Mar 25 & 27

Auditions for Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner by Upstage Artists, Mar 25 & 27

Upstage Artists announces auditions for:
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
by Todd Kreidler
directed by John Cusumano

Audition dates: March 25 & 27, 2025 at 7pm

Performances: April 25-27 and May 2-4, 2025

Location: Laurel Mill Playhouse

A progressive white couple’s proud liberal sensibilities are put to the test when their daughter brings her black fiance home to meet them in this fresh and relevant stage adaptation of the iconic film Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner. Blindsided by their daughter’s whirlwind romance and fearful for her future, Matt and Christina Drayton quickly come to realize the difference between supporting a mixed-race couple in your newspaper and welcoming one into your family — especially in 1967. But they’re surprised to find they aren’t the only ones with concerns about the match, and it’s not long before a multi-family clash of racial and generational difference sweeps across the Draytons’ idyllic San Francisco terrace. At the end of the day, will the love between young Joanna and John prevail? With humor and insight, Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner begins a conversation sure to continue at dinner tables long after the curtain comes down.

For more information and to fill in the form, click here.

Upstage Artists presents Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Aug 16-25

Upstage Artists presents Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Aug 16-25

Upstage Artists presents:
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves
music by Tim Kelly
lyrics by Bill Francoeur
directed by John Cusumano

Show dates: August 16 – 25, 2024
August 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2024 at 7:30
August 18 & 25 at 2:00 pm

Location: Upstage Artists, performing at the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 11416 Cedar Lane, Beltsville MD, 20705

All our old friends, plus a few new ones, are here in this classic, marvelous musical adaptation. We’ll meet the captivating Princess Snow White, the prince, the evil queen, and, of course, the seven mischievous dwarfs – Sarge, Gabby, Gloomy Gus, Ticklish, Spritely, Snore, and Slowpoke. There’s also a hilarious palace cat and an enchanted vixen — a fox, you could say! Following the traditional storyline, the fairy tale is brought to life with an eclectic score of toe-tapping tunes.

This is our family show with a cast made up primarily of children with a few adult roles.

Tickets: $11.50. For more information click here.

Auditions for Snow White and the Seven Dwarves by Upstage Artists, June 22 & 23

Auditions for Snow White and the Seven Dwarves by Upstage Artists, June 22 & 23

Upstage Artists announces auditions for:
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves
music by Tim Kelly
lyrics by Bill Francoeur
directed by John Cusumano

Auditions: Saturday June 22 and Sunday June 23, 2024 at 2pm

Show dates: August 16 – 25, 2024
August 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2024 at 7:30
August 18 & 25 at 2:00 pm

Location: Upstage Artists, performing at the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 11416 Cedar Lane, Beltsville MD, 20705

All our old friends, plus a few new ones, are here in this classic, marvelous musical adaptation. We’ll meet the captivating Princess Snow White, the prince, the evil queen, and, of course, the seven mischievous dwarfs – Sarge, Gabby, Gloomy Gus, Ticklish, Spritely, Snore, and Slowpoke. There’s also a hilarious palace cat and an enchanted vixen — a fox, you could say! Following the traditional storyline, the fairy tale is brought to life with an eclectic score of toe-tapping tunes.

This is our family show with a cast made up primarily of children with a few adult roles.

For more information click here.

Upstage Artists presents The Wizard of Oz, Jul 22-31

Upstage Artists presents The Wizard of Oz, Jul 22-31, In Person

Upstage Artists presents:
The Wizard of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
adapted by John Cusumano

July 22-24 & 29-31, 2022

Location: Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 11416 Cedar Lane, Beltsville MD, 20705

For more information click here.

Join us for UpStage Artists first ever kids show, The Wizard of Oz. This delightful show is based on L. Frank Baum’s timeless classic “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” Join the actors as they transport you to the magical land of Oz where you’ll meet Dorothy and her dog Toto, The Scarecrow, The Tin-Man, The Cowardly Lion and much more. This is a great show for families. We hope you can join us!

Upstage Artists, Beltsville Maryland, Emmanuel United Methodist Church, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, L Frank Baum, John Cusumano

Tickets: $11.50. ​ALL TICKETING TRANSACTIONS WILL BE CASHLESS (either sold in advance, or by credit or debit card at the door).

Auditions for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Upstage Artists, May 21-22

Auditions for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Upstage Artists, May 21-22

Upstage Artists announces auditions for:
The Wizard of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
adapted by John Cusumano

This is a show for children from age 6 to 16. All shows and rehearsals take place at Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 11416 Cedar Lane, Beltsville, MD 20705.
Rehearsals begin on June 6 and will occur on Monday, Thursday, and Friday Evenings.
Show Dates July 22-24 and 29-31, 2022

To sign up, click here.

Location: Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 11416 Cedar Lane, Beltsville MD, 20705

For more information click here.

Join us for UpStage Artists first ever kids show, The Wizard of Oz. This delightful show is based on L. Frank Baum’s timeless classic “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” Join the actors as they transport you to the magical land of Oz where you’ll meet Dorothy and her dog Toto, The Scarecrow, The Tin-Man, The Cowardly Lion and much more. This is a great show for families. We hope you can join us!

COVID NOTE: We are dedicated to keeping everyone safe during the run of this show. All actors will be required to wear a mask while rehearsing, and while backstage during the performance. The only time you will be permitted to remove your mask is while ON stage.

Please note: All audience members over the age of 12 must be fully vaccinated in order to attend a performance. Proof of vaccination will be required. Masks and social distancing are required. No refunds will be given to anyone refusing to abide by these rules.