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January 20 - February 11 Take a back seat as a Maryland woman recounts the struggles of growing up,
revisiting her relationship with an abusive uncle who taught her the roles of
the road and life. This Pulitzer-prize-winning play blends raucous comedy and
heartbreaking tragedy in a poignant and beautiful masterpiece of contemporary
drama.
February 17 - 18 Blending dance, physical theater, scripted text and videotaped
"true" confessions, Truth Be Told is a humorous examination of
our collective fascination with the secret lives of others.
Under the direction of Angella Foster, this semblance of a live
action "reality" game show explores the multi-faceted nature of confession.
March 9 - 31 Once upon a time, young prince Pippin longed to discover the secret of
true happiness and fulfullment. This hip, tongue-in-cheek anachronistic
fairy tale features an energetic pop-influenced score by award-winning
composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz.
April 27 - May 19 Benjamin Braddock, recent college graduate and prodigal son, returns home
and promptly becomes embroiled in an affair with the wife of his father's
business partner, one Mrs. Robinson, but soon finds himself falling in love
with her daughter.
June 8 - 17
This new production from the producers of Greenbelt Voices
will explore issues surrounding the field of mental health and the
transitions involved.
June 28 - July 1
Penelope Shawn is a very pretty, very appealing young girl who has
a most unusual profession: she's a burglar. Burglary is part of her family's
tradition. When David Warren finds her attempting to rob his apartment,
he decides it's up to him to reform her,
July 6 - 22 Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead A Guest production from Dreadnought Theatre Co by Bert V. Royal Directed by Akosua Johnson Good Grief! This unauthorized parody follows the characters of a familiar childhood comic strip, grown up and going through the deeply emotional trials of use. Drug use, suicide, eating disorders, violence, rebellion, sexual relations and identity are among the issues covered in this dramGood Grief! This unauthorized parody follows the characters of a familiar childhood comic strip, grown up and going through the deeply emotional trials of use. Drug use, suicide, eating disorders, violence, rebellion, sexual relations and identity are among the issues covered in this drama. NOTE: This production contains strong languate and adult subject
matter that may be offensive to some. Not suitable for children under 13.
July 27 - August 5 Lincoln and God A Guest production from Seventh Street Playhouse Written by Anthony Gallo The Maryland Premiere of Tony Gallo's critically-acclaimed play about
that relationship helps celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation
Proclamation and Greenbelt's diamond jubilee. As seen at the Kennedy Center,
National Press Club, and Dramatists Guild of America in New York City.
August 17 - September 1 Lysistrata A Guest production from The Rude Mechanicals Adapted and Directed by Jaki Demarest The Rudes put their own particular spin on this comic account of one
woman's extraordinary mission to end the Peloponnesian War and bring the
men of Athens and Sparta home to their wives.
All shows start at 8pm unless otherwise stated. For reservations or more information call 301-441-8770. Greenbelt Arts Center, 123 Centerway, Greenbelt MD 20770 Have something to add to this site? |