May 1-4, 6-10 (various times)
MARISOL
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of MD, College Park.
301-405-ARTS. www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
Presented by the UM Dept. of Theatre. Winner of the 1993 Obie Award for playwriting, Rivera’s tale of magical realism takes us on a harrowing journey through a world gone mad. Abandoned by her guardian angel, Marisol encounters revolution and social disorder before discovering compassion, courage and humanity. Sunday, May 4 at 2PM will be sign-interpreted. Contains adult themes and language. ($)
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May 1-4, 13-18, 23-29
BOWIE BAYSOX BASEBALL
Prince George’s County Stadium, 4101 NE Crain Hwy, Bowie.
301-464-4865. www.baysox.com.
Minor League Baseball at its best. Many games feature special events and promotions. Game starts vary. Call for information and tickets. ($)
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May 1, 8 & 15 (8 pm)
UNITED STATES AIR CHAMBER BAND
Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd, Ft. Washington.
301-203-6070. www.pgparks.com.
Admission is FREE.
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May 2 (8 pm)
MONTPELIER FOLK & BLUES SERIES:
Warner Williams
Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel.
301-953-1993. www.pgparks.com.
Warner Williams plays traditional Piedmont Blues. He is the elder statesman of the Washington Blues scene. ($)
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May 2-17 (Fri-Sat 8 pm; Sun 2 pm)
THE OCTETTE BRIDGE CLUB
Greenbelt Arts Center, 123 Centerway, Greenbelt.
301-441-8770. www.greenbeltartscenter.org.
On alternate Friday evenings, eight sisters meet to play bridge, gossip and socialize. Although they appear to be right out of Norman Rockwell Americana, you'll find that they share heaping helpings of hypocrisy and heartbreak along with the coffee cake. A not-to-be-missed evening of laughter and sentimentality. ($)
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May 3 (8 pm)
UM BANDS “POPS” CONCERT ‘08
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of MD, College Park.
301-405-ARTS. www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
Presented by the UM School of Music. Always a highlight of the band season, this year-end finale showcases well-known popular music and features top student soloists. ($)
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May 3 (1-6 pm)
CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL ‘08
Prince George’s Community College, Novak Field House Courtyard, 301 Largo Road, Largo.
301-322-0853. www.pgcc.edu.
The Caribbean Festival features West Indian musicians, singers and dancers. Hosted by the college's Student Program Board and featuring three great bands. Admission FREE and open to the general public.
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May 3 (10-5 pm)
MARLBOROUGH DAY 2008
Main St and Governor Oden Bowie Rd, Upper Marlboro.
301-952-9575. www.marlboroughday.com.
Featuring parade, clowns, singers, dancers, live bands, arts and craft vendors, food, and much more. There will also be an Open House at the historic Darnall’s Chance House Museum, 301-952-8010. Admission FREE.
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May 3 (10-4 pm)
MONTPELIER FESTIVAL OF HERBS, TEA & THE ARTS
Montpelier Mansion & Arts Center, 9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel.
301-953-1376. www.pgparks.com.
Festival of fragrant herbs, delicious teas. Features talks, demos, workshop, art activities, hands-on history, musical performances, and events for children. Admission FREE.
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May 3 (10-8 pm)
HARLEM RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Kentland/Columbia Park Community Center, 2411 Pinebrook Dr, Landover.
www.pghrf.org/festival.
The Prince George's County Harlem Renaissance Festival includes singing, dancing, readings, poetry, period dress, food, arts & crafts, special guest appearances and more. Admission FREE. For information, contact the Cammay Group, 301-918-8418 or Donald Lang, 301-386-2278.
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May 3-4 (10-4 pm)
BRANDYWINE LIONS SPRING CRAFT FAIR & FESTIVAL
Brandywine Lions Park, Rt 301 & Cherry Tree Crossing Rd, Cheltenham.
301-782-7900.
Historic Southern Maryland’s largest craft fair festival since 1975. Over 200 artisans and crafts people selling, displaying and demonstrating original creations; food and games. ($)
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May 3, 24 & 31 (7:30 pm)
CHESAPEAKE TIDE INDOOR PRO FOOTBALL
Show Place Arena, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro.
301-952-7999. www.showplacearena.com. www.chesapeaketide.com.
See the CIFL expansion team. This is indoor football at its best! ($)
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May 4 (7:30 pm)
SPANISH HARLEM ORCHESTRA
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of MD, College Park.
301-405-ARTS. www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
Spanish Harlem is the birthplace of Salsa, Latin Soul and Boogaloo, and this small enclave has exerted an immense effect on the sound of American music today. Led by world-famous pianist and arranger Oscar Hernandez, the Spanish Harlem Orchestra is one of the pillars of contemporary Hispanic culture and Latin jazz. ($)
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May 8-9 (8 pm)
MOLORA
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of MD, College Park.
301-405-ARTS. www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
Presented by the Farber Foundry. South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission serves as the backdrop for Farber's acclaimed take on Oresteia. This challenging and cerebral work is called a "defining moment" in the history of South African theatre. ($)
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May 9 (8 pm)
MONTPELIER FOLK & BLUES SERIES:
Frank Schwartz & Teresa Whitaker
Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel.
301-953-1993. www.pgparks.com.
Along with their rich vocal harmonies, Schwartz and Whitaker combine guitar, bass, banjo, percussion and Celtic harp to perform both original and traditional songs. ($)
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May 10 (4 pm)
MOTHER’S DAY TEA @ BELAIR
Belair Mansion, 12207 Tulip Grove Drive, Bowie.
301-809-3089. www.cityofbowie.org/museum.
Mothers get special treatment at this annual event. Celebrate a special lady with tea in a historic setting. Advance reservations and payment required. ($)
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May 10 (8 pm)
KEVIN SO
Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly.
301-277-1710. www.pgparks.com.
Breaking onto the national scene, R&B/pop/hip hop artists Kevin So follows the traditions of his influences: Stevie Wonder, Tupac Shakur, Miles Davis and Marvin Gaye, “with a little Richard Pryor thrown in.” Well known in the Boston and New York club scenes, Kevin is in demand for touring concert appearances. ($)
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May 10 (4 pm)
BOUND FOR BEIJING:
2008 USA Women’s National Softball Team
Prince George’s County Stadium, 4101 NE Crain Hwy, Bowie.
301-464-4865. www.baysox.com. www.usasoftball.com.
The USA Women’s team will play the Washington Glory as part of Amateur Softball Association of America’s “Bound for Beijing” Baltimore/Washington tour stop. ($)
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May 10 (12-4 pm)
A-MAY-ZING ANIMAL FEST
Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg.
301-779-0371. www.pgparks.com.
Enjoy this family event featuring birds of prey, reptiles, farm animals, a puppet show, arts & crafts, animal exhibits, and food vendors. Admission FREE.
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May 12-13 (10:15 am & 12 noon)
LET YOUR CHILDREN TELL
Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly.
301-277-1710. www.pgparks.com.
The Touring Theatre Ensemble of North Carolina brings a dramatic new play about young people from Austria, Hungary and The Netherlands who lived through Nazi Germany. This thought-provoking performance explores racism, discrimination and prejudice then and now. ($)
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May 10 (8 pm)
PRINCE GEORGE’S PHILHARMONIC
Hallam Theatre, Queen Anne Fine Arts Bldg, Prince George’s Community College, 301 Largo Rd, Largo. ($) 301-454-1462. www.pgphilharmonic.org.
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May 10 (9-4 pm)
LAUREL MAIN STREET FESTIVAL
342 Main Street, Laurel.
301-483-0838. www.laurelboardoftrade.com.
One of the biggest in the area. Main Street in Laurel is lined with over 350 vendors consisting of arts and crafts, food, services, and live entertainment. Festivities begin with a fabulous parade. Held rain or shine. Sponsored by the Laurel Board of Trade. FREE.
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May 16 (8 pm)
NAI-NI CHEN DANCE COMPANY
Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly.
301-277-1710. www.pgparks.com.
This full dance concert presents striking and innovative choreography by award-winning Nai-Ni Chen and her large dance company, along with colorful, elaborate costumed works from the traditional dance repertoire of Asia. ($)
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May 16 (8 pm)
MONTPELIER FOLK & BLUES SERIES:
Richie Havens
Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel.
301-953-1993. www.pgparks.com.
Montpelier is proud to present music legend, Richie Havens. Show is tentative; call for details. ($)
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May 16-18
FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL @ NATIONAL HARBOR
National Harbor, MD. On the Potomac.
443-716-2800. www.foodandwinenh.com.
The Food & Wine Festival at National Harbor is an upscale, elegant, world-class event celebrating distinctive cuisine and fine wine. Includes education component with lectures on culinary and wine, and demonstrations form top chefs including Michel Richard of Citronelle, Suvir Saran of Devi in NYC, and more. ($)
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May 17 (10-10 pm)
CHEVERLY DAY PARADE AND FESTIVAL
Town of Cheverly.
301-773-8360. www.cheverlyday.com.
Fun-filled day celebrating the town’s 76th Anniversary. 5k run, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, parade, live animals, rock climbing, pony rides, moon bounce, entertainment, arts festival, concerts, fireworks, and more. Admission FREE.
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May 17 (8 pm)
R&B CONCERT: JOHNNY MASON’S COVERS
Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd, Ft. Washington.
301-203-6070. www.pgparks.com.
Inducted in the Vocal Group Hall of Game and Doo-Wop Hall of Fame with such hits as “One Mint Julep and “Love Potion Number 9.” ($)
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May 17-18 (10-6 pm)
MARYLAND “FAERIE” FESTIVAL
Patuxent River 4-H Center, 18405 Queen Anne Rd, Upper Marlboro.
888-607-9134. www.marylandfaeriefestival.org.
A celebration of fairies and nature with music and merriment. Featuring vendors, wandering fairies, children’s activities, crafts, entertainment. ($)
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May 17-18 (8-5 PM)
JOINT SERVICES OPEN HOUSE & AIR SHOW
Andrews Air Force Base, Camp Springs.
For additional info, contact the Public Affairs Office at 301-981-4424. www.andrews.af.mil.
The US Dept. of Defense’s Joint Services Open House and Air Show is the largest military open house in the United States. Features vintage and state-of-the-art aircraft, demonstrations, displays, food and refreshments, and a dazzling air show. Additional details and free shuttle locations TBA. Admission FREE.
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May 18 (12-4 pm)
BOWIE HERITAGE DAY CELEBRATION
Belair Stable Museum, 2835 Belair Dr, Bowie.
301-809-3089. www.cityofbowie.org/museum.
A celebration of 100 years of Maryland history and horseracing at one of Maryland’s most historic sites. Free pony rides, tours, music. Admission FREE.
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May 19-25
MELWOOD PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY OPEN:
PGA Nationwide Tour
Country Club at Woodmore, 12320 Pleasant Prospect Rd, Mitchellville.
301-599-2732. www.melwood.org.
The PGA’s Nationwide Tour returns to Prince George’s. 156 top golfers will be competing for over $600,000 in prizes in this PGA event. Featuring youth and women’s clinics, a half-day Pro-Am and an official Pro-Am competition. ($)
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May 23 (8 pm)
MONTPELIER FOLK & BLUES SERIES:
Lea
Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel.
301-953-1993. www.pgparks.com.
This young local musician is fast developing a national reputation. Called a cross between Odetta and Joni Mitchell, Lea has a magnificent voice and powerful insightful compositions. ($)
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May 24 (1-8 pm)
7TH ANNUAL BLUEGRASS IN THE PARK
Brandywine Lions Park, Rt 301 & Cherry Tree Crossing Rd, Cheltenham.
301-466-7118.
Music festival, bull roast, classic car show. Event held rain or shine. ($)
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May 30 (8 pm)
MONTPELIER FOLK & BLUES SERIES:
Carolina Chocolate Drops
Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel.
301-953-1993. www.pgparks.com.
These young African American string Band musicians bring rich traditional Carolinas’ Piedmont Fiddle and banjo music to the center for the first time. ($)
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