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Past Events and Performances

Sunday, October 22, 2017, 11 am
Bluegrass Brunch featuring Ken & Brad Kolodner

The dynamic father-son duo Ken & Brad Kolodner weave together a captivating soundscape on hammered dulcimer, banjo and fiddles pushing the boundaries of the Old-Time tradition into uncharted territory. Enjoy delicious selections from Milkboy’s Brunch Menu as you tap your feet to the infectious old-time bluegrass beats. Tickets are $25. Price does not include cost of brunch.

MilkBoy ArtHouse
7416 Baltimore Ave
College Park, Maryland 20740

Friday, October 20, 2017, 9 am
Kids Day Out: Imagination Stage

A day off from school doesn't have to mean a day off from fun and learning. On Friday, October 20, Kid's Day Out will travel to Imagination Stage to see "The Smartest Girl In The World." When her brother Leo's chronic illness keeps him from competing with his school’s TV Challenge team, Lizzy studies up to compete in his stead. But, the plan backfires when Leo feels jealous rather than grateful. Can Lizzy win the competition and regain her brother’s love? Kid's Day Out participants will see the show in the morning and return to the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center for an afternoon of theatre games. ($34 for County Residents; $45 for Non-residents)

Use the code 1679468 on smartlink.pgparks.com to register

If you have any questions, contact elizabeth.malone@pgparks.com.

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
University of Maryland
8270 Alumni Dr
College Park, MD 20742

Wednesday, October 4, 2017, 7 pm
Mosaic Mixer

Mix up your night with some food, drink, and mosaics at our Mosaic Mixer! Come to the first event in our Creative Spirits series at Milkboy Arthouse in College Park and try your hand at a new art form. Tickets are $30 and include all instruction and supplies. Milkboy will be providing food and drink specials.

Visit arts.pgparks.com and click on "Creative Spirits at Milkboy Arthouse" to buy tickets for all the events in the Creative Spirits series.

MilkBoy ArtHouse
7416 Baltimore Ave
College Park, Maryland 20740

Sunday, August 27, 2017, 1 pm
Fairwood Music Festival

A day of family fun featuring live performances, food vendors, and children's activities. This year our line-up includes: 4ThaGruv, Charis Jones, Secret Society, Faycez U Know, and The Chuck Brown Band

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544.

Fairwood Community Park
12700 Fairwood Pkwy, Bowie, MD 20720

Saturday, August 12, 2017, 8 pm
The CrossRhodes at Bowie State Fine and Performing Arts Center

Raheem DeVaughn and Wes Felton are movements by themselves, but they are a force when they're together as The CrossRhodes. Both the sons of jazz musicians, Raheem and Wes mesh lush neo-soul crooning with socially conscious hip-hop word flow in their music, such as their recent singles, "Footprints On the Moon" and "Praying Prayers" and The Great Debate: A Country Divided mixtape. With the current state of constant social unrest, The CrossRhodes seeks to be a voice to express valid concerns affecting the Global community especially the plight of the minority community.

Saturday, August 12, 8:00 p.m. Fine and Performing Arts Center, Bowie State University, $35

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Sunday, August 6, 2017, 2 pm
Fairwood Performance Series: Anansegromma of Ghana: Stories & Songs of Africa

Come join the “royal elders” and musicians of a typical West African village! Native Ghanaians Kofi Dennis and Kwame Ansah-Brew offer an exhilarating and memorable performance of traditional music, storytelling and dance. Through “call and response” songs, games and drum rhythms on authentic instruments, Anansegromma offers an engaging, first-hand exploration of West African cultural traditions.

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544.

Fairwood Community Park
12700 Fairwood Pkwy, Bowie, MD 20720

Sunday, July 23, 2017, 3 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Publick Playhouse

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly, MD 20784

Saturday, July 22, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Fairwood Community Park

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Fairwood Community Park
12390 Annapolis Road, Bowie 20720

Rain location: Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Blvd, Glenn Dale, MD 20769

Friday, July 21, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Southern Regional Technology and Recreation Complex

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Southern Regional Technology and Recreation Complex
7007 Bock Road, Fort Washington 20744

Thursday, July 20, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Watkins Regional Park

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Rain location: Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center
431 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Wednesday, July 19, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Riverdale House Museum

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Riversdale House Museum
4811 Riverdale Rd, Riverdale, MD 20737

Rain location: Riverdale Elementary School Multipurpose Room
5006 Riverdale Road, Riverdale 20737

Sunday, July 16, 2017, 3 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Bowie Center for the Performing Arts

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
15200 Annapolis Rd, Bowie, MD 20715

Saturday, July 15, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Hillcrest Heights Community Center

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Dr, Temple Hills, MD 20748

Rain location: Hillcrest Heights Community Center Gym

Saturday, July 15, 2017, 2 pm
JAPA Kids Show

Come see the end-of-semester performance by our summer Junior Academy For The Performing Arts students. Our young stars will show off their musical theatre talent and all the new skills they learned this summer at JAPA.

For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544.

Bowie State University
Fine and Performing Arts Center
Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD 20715

Friday, July 14, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Montpelier Mansion Grounds

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Montpelier Mansion
9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, MD 20708

Rain location: Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD 20708

Friday, July 14, 2017, 6:30 am
JAPA Kids Show

Thursday, July 13, 2017, 7:30 am
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Emancipation Park

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Emancipation Park
320 8th Street, Laurel 20707

Rain location: St. Vincent Palotti High School Gymnasium
113 St. Mary's Place, Laurel, 20707

Wednesday, July 12, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Magruder Park

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Magruder Park
40th Avenue and Hamilton Street, Hyattsville 20782

Rain location: City of Hyattsville Multipurpose Room
4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville 20781

Tuesday, July 11, 2017, 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks' AS YOU LIKE IT: Brookside Gardens

"All the world's a stage!" Join Rosalind and Celia as they lose themselves in the Forest of Arden, set in 1916 America and featuring music from that era. Disguised as a man, Rosalind explores the forest, searching for her banished father, while encountering shepherds, the simplicity of country life, and sweet romance. Make Shakespeare part of your world, as you relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

Brookside Gardens
1800 Glenallan Avenue
Wheaton, 20902

Sunday, July 9, 2017, 7:30 pm
Fairwood Performance Series: Redfootz presents The Red Sessions

Don't miss this DC-favorite band fronted by one of the fastest up-and-coming talents in the region. Led by Derek "Redfootz" Freeman, the Red Sessions perform everything from jazz to Top 40 R&B, along with their own original hits.

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544.

Fairwood Community Park
12700 Fairwood Pkwy, Bowie, MD 20720

Saturday, July 8, 2017, 7 pm
Teen Theatre Spectacular

Enjoy a family-friendly gathering of musical theater entertainment for all ages. The Teen Performance Ensemble presents Unplug And Play and Prince George’s Children’s Theater presents As Told By Nzingha, two fun and educational plays performed by the County’s finest teen actors.

All ages
Tickets $5/person (FREE for children 5 & under)
Arts/Harmony Regional Center
10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
301-332-8905

Sunday, June 11, 2017, 6:30 pm
Fairwood Summer Performance Series: The Let It Flow Band w/ Lorenzo Miller

An R&B/Neo-Soul ensemble consisting of some of the Washington Metro area's finest musicians and vocalists.

Lorenzo Miller: 6:30PM
The Let It Flow Band 7:30PM

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE performance in your favorite park! For more information call 301 446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544.

Fairwood Community Park
12700 Fairwood Pkwy, Bowie, MD 20720

Monday, April 17, 2017, 9 am
Spring Break Theatre Camp

Let your theatre-loving children sharpen their skills at our week-long Spring Break Theatre Camp for 8-12 year olds, April 17-21 at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. At our all-day camp they'll l earn about improv, character creation, the actor's voice, theatre games, and go see a show at a local theatre! For more information, email elizabeth.malone@pgparks.com

SMARTlink #1666063

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Monday, March 27, 2017, 9 am
Kids Day Out Field Trip: Fords Theatre

Just because school's off for a Teacher Work Day, doesn't mean your kids can't be learning and having fun at the same time. If you have arts loving teens ages 12-17, sign them up for our Kids Day Out Field Trip to Ford's Theatre on Monday, March 27. The trip includes a tickets to see the play One Destiny, the Ford's Theatre Museum, the Ford's Education Center, and a tour of the Peterson House also known as the House Where Lincoln Died. The field trip will start and the end the day at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center on the University of Maryland's Campus and runs from 9am to 4:30pm. Before and after care is available.

Available on SMARTlink at #1666127
for more information contact elizabeth.malone@pgparks.com

Saturday, March 25, 2017, 8 pm
World Dance Showcase

Experience a myriad of fascinating cultures at the World Dance Showcase. Professional dance companies representing a wide range of national and regional traditions bring beguiling dance, exquisite costumes, and intriguing music to the Playhouse stage for an evening of truly global entertainment.

$15/person; $10/seniors, students, and groups of 20 or more. All ages welcome

Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly, MD 20784
Contact: 301-277-1710; TTY 301-699-2544

Friday, February 17, 2017, 7:30 pm
Speak Of Me As I Am: Shakespeare in Black America

Speak Of Me As I Am is a study of Othello through the eyes of Ira Aldridge and Paul Robeson, two of the first African Americans to play the title role. These two actors played some of Shakespeare's greatest roles and also became social advocates for equality. Both Robeson and Aldridge had to leave the United States to find fame in Europe, and eventually tackled their own personal struggles upon coming home.

Actors from Prince George's Shakespeare in the Parks perform monologues and scenes from two of Shakespeare's great tragedies Othello and Macbeth. We dig down deeper and look for what race in Shakespeare's time really was, and how we've evolved in present-day America. Come watch the performance and join the conversation with actors and director after the show.

The Cafritz Theatre
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
University of Maryland, College Park.

All ages, FREE, no tickets needed.

Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 4:30 pm
Arts on a Roll Open House

Be our guest at the Arts on a Roll Arts Integration Open House on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 from 4:30pm-7:30pm. This free event will take place at the Brentwood Arts Exchange, 3901 Rhode Island Ave, Brentwood, MD 20722. Learn how Arts on a Roll can bring the arts directly to your school through a mobile service that offers arts integration activities and lessons in Dance, Theater, Music, and Visual Arts.

The open house is free and open to all area teachers, staff, and administrators. The event will include the opportunity for hands on workshops taught by our highly qualified teaching artists. Explore some of our featured arts integration programs, such as: 3D Pen Design, Mask Making, Dance in the Classroom, eTextiles, and so much more! Learn how Arts on a Roll can meet your school’s arts integration or after school arts programming needs. There will also be a raffle giveaway and light refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, February 4, 2017, 3 pm
34th Annual Choreographer's Showcase

The Choreographers’ Showcase is one of the longest-running forums for new and established choreographers in the County. Explore the future of dance with a group of the most adventurous, exciting, and imaginative choreographic talents in the region. See engaging and educational dance works selected for excellence by adjudicators Leah Cox and Keith Thompson. Vote for your favorite presentation to win the Audience Choice Award.

Two performances at 3PM and 8PM

General Public $25/person; $10/youth & students
For tickets, call 301-405-ARTS (2787) or visit theclarice.umd.edu.

The Clarice at University of Maryland
8270 Alumni Drive, College Park 20742
Contact:301-446-3238; 301-699-2544

Saturday, December 17, 2016, 8 pm
M-NCPPC and Bowie State University present Bela Dona

Bela Dona, the exciting and diverse all female band, founded in September 2007, captivates the crowd and propels the power of womanhood to the forefront. Their unique style of Funk, Jazz, R&B and Rock commands audiences and the meshing of the raw talents possessed by these seasoned musicians captivates all who see them perform.
Bowie State University at the Fine and Performing Arts Center
14000 Jericho Park Road, Bowie, Maryland 20715
Tickets are $35
To purchase tickets, go to pgparks.com and click on the Estore

7/7/2016; 7/8/2016; 7/9/2016; 7/10/2016; 7/13/2016; 7/14/2016; 7/15/2016; 7/17/2016
TWELFTH NIGHT - Prince George’s Shakespeare in the Parks

“If music be the food of love, play on,” says Duke Orsino in Shakespeare’s TWELFTH NIGHT. Shipwrecks, mistaken identity, and a character by the name of Sir Toby Belch round out the adventure, one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. Relax under the stars and enjoy Shakespeare’s poetry and song with your family.

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a
FREE performance in your favorite park!

Friday, July 8, 2016, 7:30 pm
NEW LOCATION:
City of Hyattsville Multipurpose Room
4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781

Saturday, July 9, 2016, 7:30 pm
Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive
Temple Hills, MD 20748
Rain location: Hillcrest Heights Community Center Gym

Sunday, July 10, 2016, 3:00 pm
Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
15200 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20715

Wednesday, July 13, 2016, 7:30 pm
NEW LOCATION (Rain Location):
Riverdale Elementary School Multipurpose Room
5006 Riverdale Road, Riverdale, MD 20737

Thursday, July 14, 2016, 7:30 pm
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Rain location: Kettering Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Friday, July 15, 2016, 7:30 pm
Montpelier Mansion Grounds*
9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708
Rain location: Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel, MD

Saturday, July 16, 2016, 7:30 pm
Fairwood Community Park
12390 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20720
Rain location: Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Boulevard (Rte. 193)
Glenn Dale, MD 20769

Sunday, July 17, 2016, 3:00 pm
Arts/Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744

*This performance will be interpreted for the hearing impaired.

For more information call;
301 446-3232 TTY; 301-699-2544.
www.pgparks.com arts.pgparks.com

Sunday, June 12, 2016, 7:30 am
Fairwood Summer Series

Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy free performances!!

Sunday, June 12 Let It Flow Band
7:30-8:30pm

Saturday, July 16 Shakespeare in the Park, Twelfth Night
7:30-9:00pm

Sunday, August 14 David Bach and Band
7:30 – 8:30pm

Sunday, September 18 Fairwood Arts Festival
1pm-5pm

All Ages
FREE
Fairwood Community Park
12390 Fairwood Parkway
Bowie, MD, 20720
301-446-3232, TTY 301-446-6082

Saturday, May 21, 2016, 10:30 am
Master Workshop: Introduction to Sitar with Alif Laila

Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month Special Event

Prince George’s Community Room
2523 Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
University of Maryland, College Park

Students will be introduced to basics of sitar, a traditional musical instrument from South Asia. Learn how to hold the sitar and make the first stroke on the strings of the instrument. A brief outline of the history of the Indian classical music and the sitar will be presented. Instruments will be provided, or bring your own. Students must be able to sit on floor in cross-legged position. Adults and Young Adults, 13 years and up.

$60 Residents, $72 Non-residents

Friday, May 20, 2016, 7 pm
Cafe Groove

Join us at Marlow Heights Community Center for Cafe Groove! Work with teaching artists from Words, Beats & Life to learn DJ skills, try hip hop dance moves, write poetry, or make street art. There will be a spoken word performance and an open mic for you to express yourself. The event is for 10 - 18 year olds and is FREE. 7 - 9:30pm

Friday, April 29, 2016, 7 pm
Asia Revealed: Annual Opening Reception

Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of Asia in celebration of Asian-Pacific Islander American Heritage Month 2016. Dance, music, martial arts, pan-Asian snack buffet, and popular henna decorations are featured. Reservations required by calling 301-249-2004. Please, no strollers allowed.

Where: Newton White Mansion
2708 Enterprise Road
Mitchellville, MD 20721

All Ages. FREE.

Monday, April 11, 2016, 7 pm
Summer Job Opportunity: Auditions for Summer Teen Actors

Teens ages 16 and older who love to act, sing, and dance are invited to audition for the Teen Performance Ensemble or the Prince George’s Children’s Theater. Those selected will be employed to perform in one-act live musical theater productions for children enrolled in M-NCPPC Summer Playgrounds and camps during June and July 2016. Attend audition nearest your home. Prepare one-minute monologue and up-tempo song or dance. No appointment necessary. FREE.

Arts/Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Road
Fort Washington, 20744
AND
North Brentwood Community Center
4012 Webster Road
North Brentwood

For details call 301-446-3232, TTY 301-446-6802

Saturday, March 19, 2016, 8 pm
14th Annual World Dance Showcase

On Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 8 pm, performers of traditional, culture-specific dance styles will take you on a journey around the world through movement at the 14th Annual World Dance Showcase. Six dance groups will perform in concert at the Publick Playhouse. Stunning costumes, fascinating music, and graceful dance artistry make this a memorable and unique performance.

Tickets: $15/person; $10/Seniors, Students, and Groups of 20 or more

Friday, March 4, 2016, 7 pm
6th Annual Prince George's Best Dance Crew Competition

Bust a move with the 6th Annual Prince George’s Best Dance Crew Competition. Witness teen crews battle it out for $1300 in prizes and the title of “Prince George’s Best Dance Crew.”

Friday, March 4th, 2016
Fee: $3
7-10pm
Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Rd
Cheverly, MD 20784
ALL Ages

For information about registering your crew for competition, or for ticket information, please call the Arts & Cultural Heritage Division at 301-446-3232, TTY 301-699-2544.

Saturday, February 6, 2016, 3 pm
33rd Annual Choreographer's Showcase

On Saturday, February 6th, join us at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center for the 33rd Annual Choreographer's Showcase. 3 pm and 8 pm shows. For tickets, visit www.tickets.theclarice.umd.edu.

The Clarice is nurturing and sustaining the dance ecology of our region by hosting in partnership with Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission one of the most inspiring dance events in the season. The Washington Post has called the Annual Choreographers’ Showcase “a rite of passage in the DC area dance community.”

There is no better place to see the future of dance by some of the most intriguing, beguiling and thrilling choreographic talents in our creative region.

Audience Choice Award
Featured once again at the Showcase will be voting for the Audience Choice Award. The winner is eligible to participate in NextLOOK, a partnership between The Clarice and Joe's Movement Emporium, to support the development of new work by regional artists. Participants in NextLOOK are chosen through an adjudication process each year.

Program:
Woodbind. It Courses Sarah Beth Oppenheim

My Dad Sometimes Says "Sh*!" Monique Walker

CRADLE (excerpt) Hayley Cutler (darlingdance)

Octavia's Brood: Riding the Ox Home (excerpt) Meghan K. Abadoo

Brovamu Esa Kasi Aysola

7 Deadly Sins Athena Powell and Gabrielle Odom

10 am - 6:30 pm
Auditions for Shakespeare in the Parks - Twelfth Night

January 23, 2016, 10 am - 6:30 pm

Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Rd
Cheverly 20784

“If music be the food of love, play on,” says Duke Orsino to his beloved Olivia in Shakespeare’s TWELFTH NIGHT. Shipwrecks, mistaken identity, and a character by the name of Sir Toby Belch round out the adventure, one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. Prince George’s Shakespeare in the Parks will be producing TWELFTH NIGHT in early July 2016, set in modern times, highlighted by an original musical score. We are looking to cast as many local actors as possible. All positions are paid.

Please prepare one Shakespeare monologue. You may be asked to workshop it with the director. Casting all ethnicities and some male roles will be cast as female. Rehearsals begin in early June.

To set up an audition, please contact Artistic Director, Chris Dwyer at dwyer.pgshakes@gmail.com.

10 am - 6 pm
Audition for the 14th Annual World Dance Showcase

Application Deadline: January 15, 2016 at 5 pm.
Application can be found at www.arts.pgparks.com.

Performers of traditional, culture-specific dance styles, aged 16 years and older are invited to audition for the 14th Annual World Dance Showcase! Six dance groups will be selected to perform in concert on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 8 pm, and will receive an honorarium of $500. Employees of The M-NCPPC or their families are not eligible to receive honoraria.

Auditions, by appointment only:

Sunday, January 17, 2016, 10 am to 6 pm
Snow Emergency Date: Sunday, January 24, 2016, 10 am to 6 pm

•Any traditional work not exceeding 15 minutes in length,
in any culture-specific dance style.
•Work must be auditioned in finished form with costumes.
•General stage lighting, microphones and CD player.
Music may be live or pre-recorded.

Audition Location:

Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road
Cheverly, MD 20782

Concert Date: Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 8 pm at the Publick Playhouse.

Selected artists are asked to be available for technical rehearsal on March 18, 2016, 7 to 10 pm.

12/6/2015
33rd Annual Choreographers' Showcase Auditions

Choreographers ages 18 & up may apply to audition their original compositions before a panel of nationally recognized adjudicators, Zvi Gotheiner and Leah Cox. Six finalists will be selected to present works in concert, and will be eligible for cash prizes and an additional Audience Choice Award.

Deadline to apply: November 30, 2015.

When: Saturday, December 5, 2015, 10 am-6 pm
Sunday, December 6, 2015, 10 am-6 pm

Please note: Your audition time will be scheduled immediately upon receipt of your entry form.

Where: The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center (Dance Theatre)
University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland

Requirements: Any modern work, not exceeding 15 minutes in length, created within the last two years. Work must be auditioned in finished form with props, sets, and costumes. Choreographer must reside in Maryland, Virginia, or the District of Columbia.

To Apply: Visit the Arts PG Parks homepage.

Concert Date: Saturday, February 6, 2016, 3 - 8 pm
Dance Theatre, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

Those selected will be notified December 7, 2015 by email and phone.

Questions? Contact Christel Stevens. 301-446-3232, TTY 301-446-6802

Friday, December 4, 2015, 7 pm
Café Groove at Beltsville Community Center

On Friday, December 4, 2015, 7 pm – 9:30 pm, join for Café Groove!

Teens, come out and enjoy a night of art, performances, food and fun! Admission is $3.

Ages 10-18

Where: Beltsville Community Center
3900 Sellman Road
Beltsville, MD 20705

Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 7 pm
Professional Development Workshop for Artists - DIY: Alternative Opportunities for Showing your Art

For artists who are interested in alternative opportunities for showing their work, this panel discussion will focus on a variety of options outside of the gallery.

Panelists will discuss how to show and sell your artwork through opportunities within your community including pop-up exhibits, artist markets, and online sales and promotion. Panelists include: Veronica Szalus, Michele Banks, and Liliane Blom.

FREE

Where: 8100 Corporate Drive
Hyattsville, MD
Lower Level, Education Room #2

For more information, email Kirsten.Hein@pgparks.com.

11/6/2015 - 11/15/2015
2015 Maryland S.T.E.M. Festival

We’re proud to announce that we will be a part of the 2015 Maryland S.T.E.M. Festival and will have tons of fun, FREE, innovative and stimulating S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) based events! Join us for the kick-off event on Saturday, November 7th from 1-5 pm at College Park Aviation Museum! Information and a Q&A on all of the events to be held will be available at this event. Refreshments will be provided.

College Park Aviation Museum
1985 Corporal Frank Scott Drive
College Park, MD 20740

For more information on all events, visit www.marylandstemfestival.org.

Friday, November 6, 2015, 7 pm
Cafe Groove: Maker Space

On Friday, November 6, 2015 from 7-9:30 pm, join us for an evening of fun arts-related activities based in STEM! The Future Makers team will lead participants through activities that include the following:

Light Painting: make an LED "light brush" and paint with light. Send your photos to friends from the inflatable dark room, and take your brush home!

Conductive Button Sound Station: explore simple circuitry and conductive materials to create a button that controls sounds - by touch!

Drawing Machines: create a wiggling, drawing machine using markers and a motor! Explore simple electromechanical, and take your personalized invention home.

Beat Making: become a sound artist - record sound, and create beats and rhythms using sound recording software and hardware.

Cost: Free

Ages: Ages 10-18

Location: Prince George's Ballroom
2411 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover 20785

Contact: 301-446-3232; TTY 301-699-2544

Wednesday, October 7, 2015, 6 pm
Professional Development for Artists

Attention Artists! On Wednesday, October 7th from 6-8pm, join us for a workshop entitled, Advancing Your Creative Enterprise: A Workshop by Elizabeth Carberry, Director of ArtSee. In this workshop artists will get an overview of the basics of promoting and managing their creative business through traditional public relations, marketing, web presence and social media so that they can gain exposure, create a brand and generate potential buyers.

Location: The Prince George’s County Room at the Clarice Smith Center for the Performing Arts
3800 The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
Room #2523
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

To register, visit the Arts PG Parks homepage.

$10 Resident
$12 Non-resident

Questions? Email Kirsten Hein at kirsten.hein@pgparks.com.

Wednesday, July 15, 7:30 pm, Sunday, July 26, 7:30 pm, Sunday, August 9, 7:30 pm, Sunday, September 13, 3-8 pm
Fairwood Summer Performance Series

Join us for a Series full of family fun! Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy a FREE performance in your community park!

All ages: FREE

Wednesday, July 15, 2015, 7:30 – 9pm
Shakespeare in the Parks
Presents “Romeo and Juliet”

Sunday, July 26, 2015, 7:30 – 9pm
A night of “Soulfolk” with Lea and band

Sunday, August 9, 7:30 – 9pm
Dream Unleashed
From classical to jazz to everything in between, Dream Unleashed
is a 10-piece band of women with a uniquely distinct sound.

Sunday, September 13, 3-8 pm
Fairwood Arts Festival
Close out the season with the Fairwood Arts Festival featuring
live performances, art and food vendors, and kids’ activities!
Performing:
Rob White
Lorenzo Miller
Akua Allrich
Upton Blues Band

Wednesday, July 15 through Sunday, July 19 & Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26, 2015
Prince George’s Summer Shakespeare Festival’s production of Romeo and Juliet

Prince George’s Summer Shakespeare Festival’s production of Romeo and Juliet

That which we call a rose… Parting is such sweet sorrow… You kiss by th’ book.
Come hear many of Shakespeare’s most beloved words spoken with a freshness and honesty unmatched in any other theatre. In this truly “edge-of-your-seat” performance, you’ll experience thrilling stagecraft, star-crossed lovers and the joy and heartbreak of Romeo and Juliet with all the immediacy of the first – because it is the first time!

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a
FREE performance in your favorite park!

Wednesday, July 15, 2015, 7:30 pm
Fairwood Community Park
12390 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20720
Rain location: Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Boulevard (Rte. 193)
Glenn Dale, MD 20769

Thursday, July 16, 2015, 7:30 pm
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Rain location: Kettering Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Friday, July 17, 2015, 7:30 pm
Montpelier Mansion Grounds*
9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708
Rain location: Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel, MD

Saturday, July 18, 2010, 7:30 pm
Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive
Temple Hills, MD 20748
Rain location: Hillcrest Heights Community Center Gym

Sunday, July 19, 2010, 2:00 pm
Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
15200 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20715
Friday, July 24, 2015, 7:30 pm
Magruder Park
40th Avenue and Hamilton Street, Hyattsville, MD 20782
Rain location: City of Hyattsville Multipurpose Room
4310 Gallatin Street Hyattsville, MD 20781

Saturday, July 25, 2010, 7:30 pm
Arts/Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744

Sunday, July 26, 2010, 2:00 pm
Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road
Cheverly, MD 20784

*This performance will be interpreted for the hearing impaired.

For more information call;
301 446-3232 TTY; 301-699-2544.
www.pgparks.com arts.pgparks.com

Friday, April 24, 2015, 7 pm
Asian & Pacific Islander American Heritage Month Opening Reception

On Friday, April 24th at 7 pm, join us for a FREE opening reception at Newton White Mansion for Asian & Pacific Islander American Heritage Month! Celebrate the rich traditions of Asia and the Pacific Islands, an astonishing diversity of cultural expressions that thrive in America. Dancers in shimmering silks, musicians creating an atmosphere of the East, martial artists who thrill and entertain, delicious snacks, and popular activities including henna decorations will be featured. Reservations are required. Note: Please do not bring strollers.

All ages; FREE
Newton White Mansion
(301) 249-2004; TTY - (301) 446-6802.

Monday, April 13 & Thursday, April 16 at 7 pm
Annual Teen Auditions for TPE and PGCT!

Teens who love to sing, act, and dance are invited to FREE auditions for the Teen Performance Ensemble (TPE) and the Prince George’s Children’s Theater (PGCT)! TPE and PGCT offer pre-professional training and employment in the arts for high school students in Prince George’s County.

Monday, April 13, 7 pm
Arts/Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington

AND

Thursday, April 16, 7 pm
North Brentwood Community Center
4012 Webster Rd., North Brentwood

Those selected will be employed in June and July 2015 to perform in live, one-act musical theater productions for children at M-NCPPC summer playgrounds and camps.

Please attend the audition nearest your home. Prepare a one-minute monologue and an up-tempo song or dance. No appointment is necessary.

Must be between the ages of 16-19 to audition.

Wednesday July 16, 2014 Thursday July 17, 2014 Friday July 18, 2014 Saturday July 19, 2014 Sunday July 20, 2014 Saturday July 26, 2014
A Midsummer Night's Dream

Shakespeare in the Parks 2014
The Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission,
Arts and Cultural Heritage Division
Presents
Prince George’s Summer Shakespeare Festival’s production of
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Please join us for edge-of-your-seat storytelling with an incredible cast of characters. A Midsummer Night’s Dream has young lovers, fairies, clowns, and a talking wall, guaranteed to entertain the whole family! Be transported by live music, magical movement, and Shakespeare’s enchanting poetry… all under the stars.
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a
FREE performance in your favorite park!

Wednesday July 16, 2014 7:30 pm
The Patio Amphitheater at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
3800 Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD 20742
Rain location: The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

Thursday July 17, 2014, 7:30 pm
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Rain location: Largo/ Kettering/ Perrywood Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Friday July 18, 2014, 7:30 pm
Montpelier Mansion Grounds*
9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708
Rain location: Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel, MD

Saturday July 19, 2014, 7:30 pm
Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive
Temple Hills, MD 20748
Rain location: Hillcrest Heights Community Center Gym

Sunday July 20, 2014, 7:30 pm
Fairwood Community Park
12390 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20720
Rain location: Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Boulevard (Rte. 193)
Glenn Dale, MD 20769

Saturday July 26, 2014, 7:30 pm
Arts/Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Sunday July 27, 2014
Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road
Cheverly, MD 20784

For more information call;
301 446-3232 TTY; 301-699-2544.
www.pgparks.com arts.pgparks.com

Sunday, March 9, 2014, 4 pm
Love 2 Dance Showcase

The best dancers and dance groups from area schools and dance studios will inspire and entertain you as they perform creative choreography live on stage. Suitable for All Ages.

Tickets $12/person, $10 students, seniors, and groups of 10 or more

Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road, Cheverly 20784
Box Office 301-277-1710;TTY 301-277-0312

Saturday, March 8, 2014, 8 pm
All-County Youth Music Ensemble Showcase

Go on a musical journey around the world with some of the County's outstanding young musicians.Suitable for All Ages.

Tickets $12/person, $10 students, seniors, and groups of 10 or more

Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road, Cheverly 20784
Box Office 301-277-1710;TTY 301-277-0312

Saturday, March 8, 2014, 9 am
Love 2 Dance Summit for Teens

Register for this day-long celebration of dance for Teens at Joe's Movement Emporium. Dance Workshops, performances, a healthy lunch, and an interactive session with professional dance artists will teach new skills and highlight dance as part of a healthy life-style.

Ages 12 - 18
Fee: $15/person, $10 per person in groups of 5 or more

Joe's Movement Emporium
3309 Bunker hill Road, Mount Rainier 20712
301-699-1819; TTY 301-446-6802

Friday, March 7, 2014, 7 pm
Cafe Groove presents Prince George's Best Dance Crew Competition

Compete with your crew for $1000 in prize money! Or come out to cheer for your favorite crew. the competition is open to teen crews from Prince George's County. For information on how to compete, call 301-446-3232;TTY 301-446-6802.

Tickets: $3
Prince George's Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road, Cheverly 20784

Box Office 301-277-1710;TTY 301-277-0312

Sunday, January 12, 2014, 10 am
Auditions for 12th Annual World Dance Showcase

Ajudicators: Olimdjon Beknazarov, Director, World Dance Group Voyage, Rotterdam, NL
Kamala Cesar, Director, Lotus Music and Fine Arts, New York, NY
Dance companies are invited to audition traditional work in any culture-specific dance style. Any traditional work not exceeding 15 minutes in length, in any culture-specific dance style, is eligible. Work must be auditioned in finished form with costumes. Six dance groups will be selected to perform in concert. Selected groups will receive an honorarium of $500, and a professionally-produced DVD of their performance. Open to performers of traditional, culture-specific dance styles, aged 16 years and older. Deadline for applications is Thursday, January 9, at 5 p.m.
Concert Date: Saturday, March 15, 2014, at 8 pm
Audition Location:
Prince George’s Publick Playhouse,
5445 Landover Road,
Cheverly, MD 20784
AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. APPLICATION FORM IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 301-446-3232, OR APPLY ONLINE at http://arts.pgparks.com/Community_Arts_Services/Artist_Resources.htm

Saturday, July 20, 2013, 7 pm
Family Musical Theater Night at Harmony Hall Regional Center

Family Musical Theater Night at Harmony Hall
The Teen Performance Ensemble performs the family musical comedy “Super Granny” by A’Leighsha Butler, directed by Nia Barge, with original music by Darius Smith. Two children go on a visit to Granny and get caught up in a Super-hero quest! Next on the program, the Prince George’s Children’s Theatre performs “La Bella Cinderella” by Claudia Haas, directed by Mandy Dalton, with original music by W.G. “Pete” Stokes. Cinderella is a neat freak who can't stop cleaning up, the handsome Prince yearns to be loved like an ordinary guy, and the step-mother just wants to eat biscotti! Children of all ages will love these entertaining one-act plays, performed by talented high-school students from Prince George’s County who love to act, sing and dance. All ages. $5.

7/18/2013 7/19/2013 7/20/2013 7/21/2013 - 2:00 PM
Prince George's Summer Shakespeare in the Parks 2013: The Tempest

Join us for a new production of Shakespeare's final play, the magical tale of a lonely island peopled with fairies, trolls, and magical beings. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a FREE performance under the stars! A family-friendly event. All are welcome.
Wednesday, July 17, 7 pm - Fairwood Community Park
12390 Annapolis Rd., Bowie 20720
Rain location: Glenn Dale Community Center

Thursday, July 18 - 7 pm - Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, 20774
Rain location:Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center

Friday, July 19, 7 pm - Montpelier Mansion Grounds
(sign interpreted)
9652 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel 20708
Rain location: Deerfield Run Community Center

Saturday, July 20, 7 pm - Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive, Temple Hills 20748
Rain Location: Hillcrest Heights Community Center Gymnasium

Sunday, July 21, 2 pm - The Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
15200 Annapolis Road, Bowie 20715

Friday, April 26, 2013, 7:30 pm
Asian Visions - Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Opening Reception

Join the annual celebration of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans, with their astonishing diversity of rich artistic expressions and cultural traditions. Reservations are required by calling 301-249-2004. No strollers allowed. All ages. Free.
Newton White Mansion
2708 Enterprise Rd.
Mitchellville, MD 20721

Monday, April 15, 2013, 7 pm
Auditions for Summer Teen Actors

Summer Job Opportunity in the Arts
Teens ages 16 - 18 who love to act, sing, and dance are invited to FREE auditions for the Teen Performance Ensemble or the Prince George's Children Theatre. Those selected will be employed to perform one-act, musical plays in Summer Playgrounds and Community Centers throughout Prince George's County during June and July of 2013. Two different productions will be cast. Please attend the audition nearest your home. Prepare a one-minute monologue and uptempo song or dance. No appointment necessary. For more information contact the Performing Arts Specialists by calling 301-446-3232.
Auditions will be held at:
Arts/Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington 20744
and
North Brentwood Community Center
4012 Webster Rd., North Brentwood 20722

Saturday, September 22, 2012, 11 am
20th Annual Bluebird Blues Festival

Prince George's Community College
301 Largo Rd.
Largo, MD 20774
301-322-0853
www.pgcc.edu
Celebrating 20 years of the blues tradition through music , food and fun. Live entertainment, children's activities, music workshops, food and crafts will engage the senses and offer an afternoon of excitement for the whole family. Admission is FREE

Friday, September 7, 2012, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove Coffeehouse for Teens

The premiere Café Groove of the 2012-2013 season, featuring the Taratibu Youth Association. This group of young performing artists beautifully combines traditional African dance, modern military drill movements, vocal music, and spoken word to create a rhythmically powerful and visually inspiring experience. After the performance, there will be an open-mic for anyone wishing to showcase their talents. As always, the admission fee will include a healthy selection of snacks and refreshments.
Ages 12-18; Tickets: $3
Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel-Bowie Road
Laurel, MD 20708

Saturday, July 21, 2012, 7 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks 2012

The National Players’ production of
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) will be presented at three locations in Prince George’s County. Come experience all 37 of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories, and tragedies, all rolled up into one whirlwind of an experience. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a
FREE performance in your favorite park.

Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive, Temple Hills 20748
Rain Location: Hillcrest Heights Community Center Gym
2300 Oxon Run drive, Temple Hills 20748

Friday, July 20, 2012, 7 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks 2012

The National Players’ production of
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) will be presented at three locations in Prince George’s County. Come experience all 37 of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories, and tragedies, all rolled up into one whirlwind of an experience. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a
FREE performance in your favorite park.

Montpelier Mansion Historic Site Grounds
9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel 20708
Rain Location: Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel-Bowie Road, Laurel, 20708

Thursday, July 19, 2012, 7 pm
Shakespeare in the Parks 2012

The National Players’ production of
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) will be presented at three locations in Prince George’s County. Come experience all 37 of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories, and tragedies, all rolled up into one whirlwind of an experience. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a
FREE performance in your favorite park.

Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Rain location: Kettering Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Saturday, July 14, 2012, 7 pm
FAMILY THEATRE NIGHT

Two original musical plays for families will be presented on a single exciting evening. The best teen-age actors, selected from high schools in Prince George’s County and trained by the finest professional directors in the metropolitan area, will entertain and educate kids and adults. Teen Performance Ensemble presents Treetop Idol, by Alexandra Petri, music by William G. “Pete” Stokes, a glimpse at what happens in the forest when all the humans go home and the animals conduct their own music competition. Prince George’s Children’s Theatre presents Coming Back to Home, by Mary Watters, music by Mylie Durham III and Alan Prunier. This play depicts actual historical events from the War of 1812, as experienced by time-travelling teen agers who find out what life was like on the Riversdale estate during the Battle of Bladensburg. Each play runs approximately 50 minutes, with an intermission between presentations. All ages welcome. Tickets $5.

Friday, May 4, 2012, 7:30 pm
Café Groove Coffee House for Teens

Funky Flavor with Christylez Bacon

The Grammy-nominated emcee explores his own brand of progressive hip-hop music.
Ages 12 – 18.
Open mic with cash prizes.
Admission $3.

Huntington Community Center
13022 8th St.
Bowie, 20720

Thursday, April 26, 2012, 7:30 pm
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Opening Reception: "A Night in Bollywood"

The enchanting music of the Indian sitar will welcome you to a celebration of the glitz and glamor of the Indian film world. Tap your feet to the Bollywood beat, adorn yourself with a henna tattoo, sample spicy snacks and try out a few bhangra steps with a professional Indian dance teacher. Reservations required. Please, no strollers allowed. All ages. Free.

Newton White Mansion
2708 Enterprise Rd.
Mitchellville, MD 20721
301-249-2004; TTY 301-446-8602

Monday, April 16, 2012, 7 pm
Auditions for Summer Teen Actors

Summer Job Opportunity! Teens ages 16 and up who love to act, dance, and sing are invited to audition for the Teen Performance Ensemble and the Prince George's Children's Theatre. Those selected will be employed to perform one-act live musical theatre productions for children at M-NCPPC summer playgrounds and camps during June and July 2012. Two different productions will be cast: please attend the audition location nearest you. Prepare a 1-minute monologue and an up-tempo song or dance. Wear comfortable clothing. No appointment necessary. FREE.
Locations:Arts/Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington
and
North Brentwood Community Center
4012 Webster Street, North Brentwood

Friday, April 6, 2012, 7:30 pm
Café Groove Coffee House for Teens

The Art of the Scratch
Join legendary DJ RBI as he transports you through time while exploring hip-hop history.
Ages 12 – 18.
Open mic with cash prizes.
Admission $3.
Tucker Road Community center
1771 Tucker Road
Fort Washington, 20744

Sunday, March 4, 2012, 4 pm
Love2Dance Teen Showcase

Features top dancers from area schools and studios in high-energy performance.
Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road
Cheverly, MD 20784
For all ages. Tickets $10/$5 for students & seniors.
Box office 301-277-1710; TTY 301-277-0312

Saturday, March 3, 2012, 9 am
Love2Dance Summit for Teens

Fun, informative dance workshops and information sessions for teens. Deadline to sign up for the Summit is February 27, 2012.
Joe's Movement Emporium
3309 bunker Hill Road
Mount Rainier, MD 20712
301-699-1819
Ages 12 - 18
$15 per person/$10 per person in groups of 5 or more
Cost covers participation in Summit, box lunch, and souvenir bag or T-shirt

Friday, March 2, 2012, 7 pm
Cafe Groove: Prince George's Best Dance Crew Competition

Publick Playhouse
5445 Landover Road
Cheverly, MD 20784
Ages 12 - 18
Tickets $3
Information at 301-446-3232; TTY 301-2770312

Friday, February 3, 2012, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove Presents...Poetry and Open Mic Showcase

Where you are the star...Join us for performances from special guests and homegrown teen talent! Compete for cash and prizes!
Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Road
Ft. Washington MD

Friday, January 6, 2012, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove Presents...NicKayla and friends...

Join Cafe Groove for an evening of music, dance and poetry!
Open Mic and Art Contest to follow.
Kentland Community Center
2411 Pinebrook Avenue
Landover, MD 20785

Friday, December 2, 2011, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove Presents Should. Could. Dream.

Starring Duane Myko, a one man show about the importance of following your dreams. This program takes place at Bladensburg Community Center. Open Mic and Art contests to follow.
4500 57th Avenue
Bladensburg, MD
20710

Friday, November 4, 2011, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove

Poetry and Music with Queen Gyre and Sanjo Jendayi
Experience a riveting performance of poetry with this dynamic Mother-Daughter duo, open mic and visual arts contest to follow.
Admission fee includes refreshments.
Ages 12-18; Tickets: $3
Temple Hills Community Center
5300 Temple Hill Road
Temple Hills, MD 20744
For more information call:
301.446.3232
TTY: 301.446.6802

Friday, October 7, 2011, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove

Salsa!
Come celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with Café Groove, open mic, and visual arts contest to follow performance and workshop.
Admission fee includes refreshments.
Ages 12-18; Tickets: $3
South Bowie Community Center
1717 Pittsfield Lane
Bowie, MD 20716
For more information call:
301.446.3232
TTY: 301.446.6802

Saturday, September 24, 2011, 12:30 am
BLUEBIRD BLUES FESTIVAL

Enjoy nationally-known live entertainment, children’s activities, music workshops, food and crafts for people of all ages. Admission is free of charge. September 24, 2011, 12:30-6 pm, Prince George's Community College

Friday, September 2, 2011, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove

Gods’illa
Join us for an evening of groundbreaking and lyrical hip-hop music with an open mic, and visual arts contest.
Admission fee includes refreshments.
Ages 12-18;
Tickets: $3
Rollingcrest Community Center
6120 Sargent Road
Chillum, MD 20782
For more information call:
301.446.3232
TTY: 301.446.6802

7/13/2011, 7 PM; 7/14/2011, 7:00 PM; 7/15/2011, 7:00 pm; 7/16/2011, 7:00 PM; 7/17/2011, 3:00 PM
Shakespeare in the Parks 2011 presents The Maryland Shakespeare Festival’s production of As You Like It

Please join us for edge-of-your-seat storytelling in Maryland Shakespeare Festival’s signature, festival style.
Be transported by live music, thrilling swordplay, and Shakespeare’s enchanting poetry… all under the stars. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a
FREE performance in your favorite park!

Wednesday, July 13, 7 pm
Magruder Park
40th Avenue and Hamilton Street, Hyattsville 20782
Rain location: TBD
5207 42nd Place Hyattsville 20781

Thursday, July 14, 7 pm
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, 20774
Rain location: Kettering Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, 20774

Friday, July 15, 7 pm
Montpelier Mansion Grounds*
9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708
Rain location: Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel, MD

Saturday, July 16, 7 pm
Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive
Temple Hills, MD 20748
Rain location: Hillcrest Heights Community Center Gym

Sunday, July 17, 3 pm
Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
15200 Annapolis Road, Bowie 20715

(*) Sign interpreted

Friday, May 6, 2011, 7:30 pm
Cafe Groove Coffee House for Teens

Come out for a spicy night of Latin dance, as Café Groove presents a Samba performance and workshop, along with open mic and visual arts contests with cash prizes. Admission fee includes refreshments.
Ages 12-18; Tickets: $3
Huntington Community Center
13022 8th Street, Bowie, MD 20720

Friday, April 29, 2011, 7 pm
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Opening Reception

May is Asian-Pacific Islander American Heritage Month. Welcome the annual month of celebration with dances of India, Indonesia, and Japan; Mongolian throat-singing and instrumental music; music and traditional crafts of Hawaii;popular henna decorations; and a display of Japanese kimono. Light refreshments. Reservations required. No strollers allowed. All ages: Free.
Oxon Hill Manor
6901 Oxon Hill Road
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
reservations at 301-839-7782, TTY 301-446-6802

Tuesday, April 26, 2011, 6:30 pm
Auditions for Prince George's Children's Theatre

Actors aged 16 - 19 are needed to audition for Prince George's Children's Theatre at North Brentwood Community Center, 4012 Webster St, on Tuesday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. Those selected will be employed to perform a one-act musical play at Summer Playgrounds in Prince George's County. No fee to audition. Pre-registration is not required. Information at 301-446-3238, TTY 301-446-6802