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Morality, mortality, and farce in ‘Everybody’ at Bowie State University

Emerging student artists talk about the process of their production and the meaning of the play. By LaSHAY FLETCHER

A rousing and all-too-relevant ‘Urinetown’ at Rockville Musical Theatre

The musical's outrageous humor and biting commentary reflect the pressing tensions of our time. By CAROLINE BOCK

A scintillating modern-dress ‘Tartuffe’ at Silver Spring Stage

Jacqueline Youm directs a funny, well-paced production that does full credit to the Molière classic. By BOB ASHBY

‘The Rocky Horror Show’ more than delivers at Maryland Ensemble Theatre

A co-production with Theatre FCC, the cult classic moves at a breakneck clip and seamlessly incorporates audience participation. By ANDREA MOYA

Round House Theatre announces cast for U.S. premiere of ‘Rules for...

British playwright Sam Holcroft's Yuletide farce, newly adapted for American audiences, opens December 3.

Baltimore Center Stage announces next Lab410 cohort

Three Baltimore-area playwrights selected for 2025/26 residency.

Flying V’s smart and savvy ‘Doctor Moloch’ asks: How human can...

With gusto and elegance, this timely play about a robot offers a meditation on empathy, relationships, and trust. By MELISSA STURGES 

Round House Theatre announces passing of Jerry Whiddon

Longtime artistic director of Round House died October 17 at age 77, surrounded by family and friends.

Bethesda Little Theatre’s new musical ‘French Cupcakes’ is delish

The show is written, directed, and performed with charm, panache, and whimsy for a chucklingly good time. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON

A brilliantly staged ‘Persuasion’ at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company

Beautiful, humorous, lively, delicious, and romantic, the production is everything a Jane Austen fan could wish. By JENNIFER GEORGIA

Nova Y. Payton and Moses Villarama to star in ‘Hello, Dolly!’...

Frequent collaborator Kevin S. McAllister directs the classic musical of love, money, and mayhem that begins November 6 and runs through the New Year.

Wit and charm in ‘Importance of Being Earnest’ at Classic Theatre...

The production of Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy is a standout accomplishment. By CHARLES GREEN

The awe and wonder of ‘Water for Elephants’ at the Hippodrome...

If you’re drawn to theater that dares — balancing spectacle with sorrow, beauty with grit — this is your tent. By CONSTANCE BEULAH

Perisphere Theater announces 2026 season lineup

Season includes Lauren Gunderson hit and a world premiere one-man show by Perisphere co-artistic director Gerrad Alex Taylor.

Thriller ‘Woman in Black’ gives tingles at Rockville Little Theatre

Eerie imaginings waft like vapor through the air, and excellent performances, with solid direction, make this an ideal offering for the ghoulish season. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON

Lumina Studio Theatre tackles Shakespeare’s ‘Pericles’ with ease

In this first fully staged adult production since 2018, the performers bring their characters to life with zest and zeal. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON

Neighbors clash over firearms in ‘Friends With Guns’ at Silver Spring...

Inside a domestic drama, the crossfire of America’s dangerous dilemma. By BOB ASHBY

Thrilling and awe-inspiring ‘The Inheritance’ now at Round House

The two-part production combines poetic, evocative writing with daring performances and moments of weeping and exhilaration. By GREGORY FORD

London hit ‘Red Pitch’ at Olney Theatre roots for teenage male...

The three actors fill the stage with energy, bantering and one-upping each other as they train for a soccer club tryout while juggling uncertain futures. By HANNAH ESTIFANOS

‘The Shark Is Broken’ at Maryland Ensemble Theatre lacks bite

This one-act dramedy imagines the spats behind the scenes during the making of ‘Jaws.’ By GEOFFREY MELADA