Week of September 6, 2026
1. “Garbo: The Actor Who Saved The World” (GARBO: EL ACTOR QUE SALVÓ AL MUNDO) at GALA Hispanic Theatre
“…a beautiful story about the power of imagination as set against the “reality” of truth…an intensely memorable night of theatre.” – Anne Valentino
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Synopsis: This is a true story… A frustrated Spanish Venezuelan theatre dreamer becomes one of World War II’s most brilliant double agents. Using performance, illusion, and audacity, he builds an elaborate deception that helps mislead the Nazi regime. A cinematic, meta theatrical adventure about imagination as resistance—and art as a weapon.
L to R. Carlos Castillo, Clara Navarro, Kevin Jorges. Photo by Stan Weinstein.
2. “The Fruits of Our Labor” by Step Afrika! at Arena Stage
“…a beautiful story about the power of imagination as set against the “reality” of truth…an intensely memorable night of theatre.” – Anne Valentino
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Synopsis: In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, Step Afrika! premieres The Fruits of Our Labor—a powerful new production exploring rhythm, resilience, and the unfinished story of the American experience. Blending stepping, percussion, and striking visual imagery, this visceral new dance piece examines what it means to believe in a nation still in the making. Created in collaboration with artists Jakari Sherman, Conrad R. Kelly II, and Vusi Mdoyi, The Fruits of Our Labor asks: What have we inherited and what are we still fighting to become?
Keondre Pascal and the Step Afrika! Company. Photo by Teresa Castracane.
3. “Our Town” at The Colonial Players of Annapolis
“…many fine performances…memorable and time well spent.“ – Sue Tilberry
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Synopsis: Set in the small New England community of Grover’s Corners, Our Town follows the lives of the Webb and Gibbs families as they navigate love, marriage, and loss. Guided by the ever-watchful Stage Manager, the play reveals the extraordinary beauty hidden in everyday moments. Our Town invites us to pause, reflect, and rediscover the simple connections that bind a community together—onstage and off.
Jim Reiter as the Stage Manager. Photo by Brandon Bentley.
4. “Bonnie & Clyde” presented by The Arlington Players
“The entire cast excelled vocally… “ – Alyssa Mutterperl
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Synopsis: In Depression-era Texas, a young Bonnie Parker falls in love with Clyde Barrow, a criminal on the run from the law. Their love affair soon spirals out of control, as Bonnie & Clyde commit a series of bank robberies. As their notoriety and body count rises, the ill-fated lovers find themselves racing to the top of the Public Enemies list.
Sabrie Colbert as Teller, Ryan Kieft as Clyde Barrow, Megan (MJ) Cooper as Bonnie Parker and Ensemble behind. Photo Credit: Owen C. Cullen.
5. “Come From Away” presented by The Potomac Playmakers
“…phenomenal…a powerful musical highlighting hope and humanity…“ – Kate Mankowski
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Synopsis: COME FROM AWAY tells the compelling story of the town of Gander, Newfoundland, and how for five days in 2001 the small town played host to over 7,000 displaced airline passengers in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. What develops over that time is the fostering of unexpected friendships, compassion, and resilience amidst global fear.
The cast from “Come From Away.” Photo courtesy of The Potomac Playmakers.
