Prince George’s Publick Playhouse
Address: 5445 Landover Road, Cheverly, MD 20784
Phone: 301-277-1710
Website: http://arts.pgparks.com/Our_Facilities/Publick_Playhouse.htm
Known for its comfortable, inviting space and great acoustics, the Publick Playhouse is one of the best performing arts venues in the greater Washington, DC area. Conveniently located less than half a mile from the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, and close to I-495, the Playhouse serves as a popular venue for music and modern dance, musical theater, historical drama, educational programs and monthly events for seniors. The Publick Playhouse is owned and operated by the Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation. See their website for a variety of music, dance, films and other events. Listed below are the theater events.
Midweek Matinee and Tiny Tots Thursday at the Publick Playhouse
Midweek Matinee: Frequent shows for kids at 10:15am and 12:00 noon. See below.
Tiny Tots Thursday: Shows for pre-school kids Thursdays at 9:30am and 11:15am. See below.
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Upcoming shows:
Stage Lighting Workshop at the Publick Playhouse, Feb 7-28
Prince George’s Publick Playhouse presents:
Stage Lighting Workshop
Tuesdays, February 7 – 28, 2023, 7pm
Prince George’s Publick Playhouse.
This workshop series helps directors, choreographers, dancers, and actors learn the science, strategies, and secrets of stage lighting in rented venues. Starting with the basics of stage lighting systems, this residency takes the participants through all the skills and knowledge to identify and select instruments, read light plots and paperwork, hang and focus instruments and create looks and cues. Particular attention will be paid to working within the confines of resident and repertory plots. Safety and professional standards are emphasized.
$18. Click here.
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Let it Shine at the Publick Playhouse, Feb 16
Prince George’s Publick Playhouse presents:
Education on Stage: Let It Shine
Thursday, February 16, 2023, 10am
Prince George’s Publick Playhouse.
This powerful production introduces audiences to poignant events and notable names of the civil rights movement. The show focuses on the tumultuous years between 1955 and 1968 and shines a light on important milestones in our history. Highlighted events include the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the SCLC (Southern Christian Leadership Conference), Brown v. Board of Education, Rosa Parks, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and more. Join us as these major events come to life through stories and songs.
$8. Click here.
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