Week of June 22, 2025
1. “Wipeout” At Studio Theatre
“Gambini’s clear vision extends to every seamless aspect of this show…an intimate experience that will reach into your soul and make you roar with laughter in the same breath.” – Aidan O’Connor
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Synopsis: Claudia is giving herself an early birthday present: Surf lessons. Floating in the Pacific isn’t entirely her speed, but she’s grounded her drifting friendship triad for years, and a birthday celebration is a surefire way to get both of her best friends to show up. Joined by a surfbro instructor, Claudia and her friends face their Golden Years by catching some waves, settling some scores, and navigating their smallness in the vastness of the ocean and life. A funny and moving play about endings and beginnings.
Delissa Reynolds, Naomi Jacobson, and Katherine Cortez. Photo by Margot Schulman.
2. “Julius Caesar” presented by Chesapeake Shakespeare Company at Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park in Ellicott City
“…this talented ensemble wins the night…the perfect setting to host the battles of Rome.” – Sue Tilberry
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Synopsis: Join us outdoors for Shakespeare’s political thriller of deadly ambition, conspiracy, and revolution. As the drama unfolds under the open sky, this production offers a stirring finale to a season rich with splendor.
(L to R) Laura Artesi as Cassius, Molly Moores as Calphurnia, DeJeanette Horne as Julius Caesar, and Gabriel Alejandro as Mark Anthony. Photo by Kiirstn Pagan Photography.
3. “The Lightning Thief – TYA Version” at Adventure Theatre MTC
“…every actor is a superb, triple threat.…rush to Glen Echo to see this terrific production!” – Nancy Blum
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Synopsis: This dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book opened on Broadway in 2019. When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he’s a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods.
The Trio: Jordan Essex as Grover, Jeremy Crawford as Percy, and Brigid Wallace Harper as Annabeth. Photo by Alan Kayanan.
4. “A Wrinkle in Time” at Arena Stage
“…beautiful and richly imagined…could become a true crowd-pleaser for young and adult audiences alike.” – Peter Orvetti
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Synopsis: Meg Murry’s father was experimenting with time travel and the fifth dimension when he mysteriously disappeared. Now, Meg, her friend Calvin, and her younger brother Charles Wallace must race to rescue him. Can they outwit the forces of evil they will encounter on their heart-stopping journey through space? Join Meg on this epic quest in an adventurous new musical adaptation of Madeleine L’Engle’s Newbery Medal-winning classic novel that will energize your spirit, expand your imagination, and inspire you to believe that love, friendship, and courage can conquer all.
Amber Gray, Stacey Sargeant, and Vicki Lewis in “A Wrinkle in Time.” Photo by DJ Corey.
5. “Seussical” at Silhouette Stages
“…can’t imagine a better Cat than Matt Wetzel…a delightful musical…” – Susan Brall
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Synopsis: Now one of the most performed shows in America! Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Lucky Stiff, My Favorite Year, Once on This Island, Ragtime) have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.
The cast of “Seussical.” Photo courtesy of Silhouette Stages.
