‘Little Women’ at MAD Theater: A tale of sisterhood and the...
NASA Goddard's Music and Drama Club tackles Louisa May Alcott’s still-relevant themes in musical numbers backed by a sometimes-too-loud orchestra. By MARY V. HOLIMAN
Jane Beard on her fun comeback in ‘Cult of Love’ at...
The veteran DC actress quit acting 23 years ago. She returns to the stage in a holiday play that, she says, ‘you will see yourself in.’ By JULIA TUCKER
Atmospheric ‘And Then There Were None’ impresses at Bowie Community Theatre
Despite some flaws, striking design and strong performances make this Agatha Christie murder mystery worth watching. By SHERRITA WILKINS
Go hear the people sing in Olney’s stirring new ‘Les Misérables’
The production is very much the musical we know and love, but with new flourishes that make for a movingly intimate experience. By D.R. LEWIS
Young Artists of America to open new state-of-the-art rehearsal space
The nonprofit has signed a long-term lease to bring the first collaborative performing arts hub to Montgomery County.
‘Topdog/Underdog’ paired with new play ‘Ain’t Nothing But a Dog’ at...
Camaraderie and conflict characterize a double bill of two-handers in strong student productions at Bowie State University. By SHERRITA WILKINS
Relevance and heart in ‘Caroline, or Change’ at Rockville Musical Theatre
This musical is tailor-made for today, and its abundance of talent brings to life themes of race, class, and historic injustices against African Americans. By CAROLINE BOCK
Round House to celebrate holidays with Broadway hit ‘Cult of Love’
Leslye Headland’s darkly funny, music-filled alternative to traditional holiday fare will be directed by Ryan Rilette.
‘Macbeth’ gets an immersive dance-theater adaptation at UMBC
An interpretative exploration — ‘the serpent under ‘t’ — blends music, dance, spoken word, and Edgar Allen Poe to unpack Macbeth’s ambition. By MARY V. HOLIMAN
Flapjack Theatrics to present Tia Shearer Bassett’s ‘Space-Time Laundromat’
The world-premiere play is like ‘Waiting for Godot’ but … whimsical, sapphic, and warmed in the dryer.
Witchiness happens in ‘Macbeth’ at Silver Spring Stage
An excellent sound design creates a pervasive, ominous atmosphere for Shakespeare's tragedy of ambition and murder. By BOB ASHBY
Playfully spine-tingling ‘Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ at Colonial Players of Annapolis
This unique take on the Halloween classic blends humor, suspense, and spooky entertainment. By JULIA TUCKER
Broadway star Brody Grant to join Urbana High School students in...
The actor who originated the “Ponyboy Curtis” role in the Tony Award-winning musical will mentor Maryland students and perform at their November 12 school play.
Why Lauren Patton-Villegas directed ‘Where Dead Women Go to Dance’
‘Fall seemed like the ideal time for a play about a witch resurrecting her dead best friend.’ By AMANDA ZEITLER
Hilarious and shocking ‘Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play’ at UMD
In Anne Washburn’s comic epic, Bart Simpson rescues civilization from collapse. By GREGORY FORD
Exuberant ‘Matilda the Musical’ at Silhouette Stages feels electric and fresh
This funny, inventive production is alive with cinematic-quality reimaginings. By SHERRITA WILKINS
A sweet, magical ‘Beatrice Likes the Dark’ at Adventure Theatre
The cast is wonderfully warm and brings a softness that draws audiences young and old into the show. By ERIC COLCHAMIRO
Elizabeth Dinkova on directing post-apocalyptic ‘Mr. Burns’ at The Clarice
For a production at UMD, the Spooky Action artistic director is recharging Anne Washburn’s ‘Post-Electric Play,’ which plugs into ‘The Simpsons.’ By REBECCA CALKIN
A thrilling ‘Hamlet’ kicks off season at Classic Theatre of Maryland
Filled with madness, murder, and mayhem, the play will appeal to newcomers and enthusiasts alike. By CHARLES GREEN
Spoofy ‘Witches?! In Salem?!’ in time for spooky season at Spotlighters...
This hot take on ‘The Crucible’ is likely to entertain, startle, delight, and horrify you. It will make you laugh, then suddenly stop. By CYBELE POMEROY