Upcoming theater in Maryland: dates, times, venues and ticket prices for this weekend and the weeks ahead, updated daily.
Aug 28 – Nov 1, 2026 · Toby's Dinner Theatre, 5900 Symphony Woods Road, Columbia, MD 21044
Her songs BROKE EVERY RECORD. Her story BROKE EVERY BARRIER. DONNA SUMMER: A girl from Boston with a voice from heaven, who shot to stardom from gospel choir to dance floor diva. Donna Summer risked i
Sep 18 – Nov 8, 2026 · Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD 20832
Based on the film that starred Jack Lemmon, Tony Curtis, and Marilyn Monroe, this Broadway hit gives a classic story new life with music and lyrics from the creators of Hairspray, Marc Shaiman and Sco
Oct 2 – Nov 1, 2026 · Adventure Theatre MTC, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812
From the acclaimed children’s book by April Genevieve Tucholke, Beatrice Likes the Dark is an imaginative production that blends magic, music, shadow play, and heartfelt storytelling in a celebration
Oct 7 – Nov 1, 2026 · Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD 20832
Olney audiences were blown away in 2025, when we invited Synetic Theater to perform their award-winning, wordless version of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Now they’re back, but this time th
Oct 8 – Dec 22, 2026 · Toby's Dinner Theatre, 5900 Symphony Woods Road, Columbia, MD 21044
An original Theatrical Arts Production that fuses the stories of Goldilocks and The Three Bears, The Three Little Pigs and The Three Billy Goats Gruff. The storyteller sets the scene, and weaves into
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Free · People's Book, 7014 Westmoreland avenue, Takoma Park, 20912
In the continuation of our witchy October offerings: Lisa Perrin, joined by tarot reader Jane Prompeng, unveils some spine-tingling true tales of spiritual encounters and mediums.
Details for Lisa Perrin for The Secrets of the Seance Society
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · 8:30 PM · $40 · On St. Elmo, 4915 Saint Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
Heroes follow the rules. Villains write them. Bad Behavior returns with its darkest production yet. Villains is a theatrical pole cabaret celebrating the unforgettable characters audiences secretly lo
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $17.85–$55.20 · The Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh Street, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Get ready for a night of sparkle and seduction at Diamonds and Desire—where glam meets passion live!
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $44.52–$76.54 · The Oaks, Address Released 12-29-19, Bethesda, MD 20817
Something wickedly fun is brewing.. Get ready for a spooky night full of laughs and secrets that’ll keep you guessing till the last minute.
Oct 30 – Jan 31, 2027 · Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD 20832
Modern classics don’t come any bigger than Les Misérables, and Olney Theatre celebrates it for the first time in honor of the show’s 40th anniversary. Based on Victor Hugo’s sweeping 19th-century nove
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 8:00 PM · Nottinghams Tavern, 8850 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD 21045
Nottinghams presents Orquesta Manplesa on Friday, October 30, 2026. Halloween Party👻 Best costumes prizes!
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · All day · $45 · Frederick Magic Theater & Lounge, 19 N. Court St., Ste 100, Frederick, MD 21701
Step beyond the veil for a spine-chilling evening of mystery, history, and the supernatural. Hosted inside the ultra-intimate Frederick Magic Theater & Lounge, The Houdini Séance invites you to take a
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 5:00 PM · $33.24–$64.89 · The Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh Street, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
DC's Award-Winning, 5 Star Comedy Show, The Magic Duel, at The Writer's Center in Chevy Chase, MD. Amazing, funny, and interactive.
Details for Halloween Magic Duel @ The Writer's Center, Saturday 10/31/26 at 5 PM
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $69.82 · Stilettos Dinner Theater, 7909 Central Avenue, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
A dazzling performance by The Russ Ice Colab Band with Host Adaylah Banks, Comedian Tommy Taylor and DJ Storm
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 · 8:00 PM · $28.52 · The Society Restaurant & Lounge, 8229 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
They left you on read and now they about to see you EVERYWHERE!
Sun, Nov 1, 2026 · 3:00 PM · $39.19 · The Italian Cultural Society of Washington D.C., 4833 Rugby Ave, Ste 201, Bethesda, MD 20814
Explore how M. Butterfly reimagines Puccini’s Madama Butterfly in a special lecture on illusion, identity, gender, and power.
Details for The Listener’s Guide: Illusion, Power, and Puccini in M. Butterfly
Mon, Nov 2, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $23.17 · Books-A-Million, 10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 2926, Columbia, MD 21044
Step into a world of dark magic, destiny, danger, and unforgettable romance as we celebrate the release of MOONCURSED with Holly Renee!
Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Free · People's Book, 7014 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912
Did you think we were done talking about hauntings just because October is over? Think again! Gabrielle Lucille Fuentes visits People's Book to celebrate and discuss her brand new thriller, perfect fo
Nov 6 – Jan 10, 2027 · Toby's Dinner Theatre, 5900 Symphony Woods Road, Columbia, MD 21044
I’m dreaming of a white Christmas! Based on the beloved, timeless film! Two WWII veterans with a successful song-and-dance act follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters to their Christmas show at a ru
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · 11:00 AM · $15–$30 · 8201 Martin Luther King Junior Highway, Glenarden, MD 20706
"Getting Back to Her. Giving Back to Herself."
Details for ✨ SAVE THE DATE | POWER TO PURPOSE (P2P) BRUNCH EXPERIENCE ✨
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $69.82 · Stilettos Dinner Theater, 7909 Central Avenue, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Included in the ticket price is one cocktail or glass of wine.
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $5–$20 · Anne Arundel Community College - Robert E. Kauffman Theater, 101 College Parkway, Pascal Center for Performing Arts, Arnold, MD 21012
play written by Pulitzer Prize-winning American playwright Lanford Wilson.
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · 1:00 PM · $37.05 · Essentially Divine Boutique, 8600 Foundry Street, Savage, MD 20763
Dive into a cozy circle of stories, support, and sisterhood where every voice matters and magic happens.
Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Free · Queen Takes Book, 6955 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia, MD 21045
Join us for our Murder Mystery book club on Tuesday, November 10th at 10am. We'll be reading "Iron Lake" by William Kent Krueger.
Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · 6:30 PM · Free · People's Book, 7014 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912
Growing up in a hyper-educated, artistic, eccentric family, Ted Scheinman, the son of a medical doctor and an English professor, spent much of his precocious childhood as a writer and performer—and hi
Details for Ted Scheinman for Jolt: My Electric Journey Out of Darkness
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $37 · Silver Spring Black Box Theater, 8641 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Join internationally acclaimed mentalist Dr. Steve Taubman for a night of world-class mind reading, predictions, and more. Dr. Steve Taubman is one of those rare mentalists who doesn't just entertain—
Details for Dr. Steve Taubman's Mind Magic: A Night of Laughter and Astonishment
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Free · Silver Spring Black Box Theatre, 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Join Dr. Steve Taubman for a night of Mind Magic: world-class mentalism and comedy! SEE VIDEO TESTIMONIALS Mind Magic combines elements of comedy and mindreading with psychology and theater, drawing o
Details for Mind Magic: A Night of Laughter and Astonishment
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $49.87 · Maryland Hall, 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Live Arts Maryland presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · 8:00 PM · $55.20–$108.55 · Silver Spring Black Box Theatre, 8641 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910
RAD Arts Foundation proudly presents a Persian theatrical production directed by Maziar Miri.
Details for Trust Me!!! – A Persian Theatrical Production ( Washington DC Second Show)
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $69.82 · Stilettos Dinner Theater, 7909 Central Avenue, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
A fabulous night of music with The Russ Ice Colab Band, Host Marlon Campbell, Comedian Clarence Nixon, Special Appearance by Laughin Lenny
Nov 18 – Dec 27, 2026 · Round House Theatre, 4545 East-West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814
Celebrate the holidays with the Broadway sensation Cult of Love! In this gripping, music-filled play, four adult siblings (and their partners) return home for Christmas Eve, carrying secrets, resentme
Nov 21 – Jan 3, 2027 · Imagination Stage, 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
The holiday classic that will steal your heart. Get ready to grow your heart three sizes this holiday season as the world’s most famous “green menace” marches onto our stage! This spectacular musical
Details for Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 5:00 PM · $107.48 · The Westin Washington National Harbor, 171 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
An interactive evening of mystery, suspense, and dinner. Solve the crime, enjoy great food, and uncover the killer!
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 8:00 PM · $23.18–$39.19 · Joe's Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Road, Mount Rainier, MD 20712
Get ready to jingle and jam with a festive musical show that’s packed with holiday cheer and fun vibes!
Details for J.A.M. Christmas Vacation – Santa's Musical Spectacular Revue
Nov 21 – Jan 3, 2027 · Adventure Theatre MTC, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812
Do you want to build a snow man? How about watching him spring to life in front of you for one day of adventures before he melts away? In this merry wintertime romp, chock-full of chuckles and comic a
Sun, Nov 22, 2026 · 6:30 PM · $69.82 · Stilettos Dinner Theater, 7909 Central Avenue, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
A dazzling performance by The Russ Ice Colab Band with Host Johnny K and Comedian Lonnie Davis.
Tue, Dec 1, 2026 · 9:30 AM · $135.23 · The Writers Center, 4508 Walsh St., Bethesda, MD 20815
Award-winning talent. Remarkable journeys. Discover where PLAY shows up - and where it leads.
Dec 2 – Jan 2, 2027 · Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD 20832
This season, Ebenezer Scrooge gets a refreshed look in our brand-new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ holiday classic that practically invented our modern understanding of the meaning of Christmas. The
Fri, Dec 4, 2026 · 8:00 PM · $49.77 · BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD 20874
Celebrate the warmth and wonder of the holiday season with RUNA: Hark – An Irish Christmas at BlackRock Center for the Arts!
Sun, Dec 6, 2026 · 9:00 AM · $160.83 · Next Place Therapy Services, 1300 Mercantile Lane Suite 100 E, Largo, MD 20774
Come explore how play can be a powerful tool for healing and growth in this fun, hands-on intro to play therapy.
Details for The Power of Play: An Introduction To Play Therapy
Dec 17 – Dec 19, 2026 · Adventure Theatre MTC, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812
Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy musical follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity.
Thu, Dec 17, 2026 · 7:00 PM · $22.52 · Arundel High School, 1001 Annapolis Road, Gambrills, MD 21054
Join us for this festive, joyous musical revue: a family tradition for 35 years! A new home, ONE WEEKEND ONLY, Dec. 17-20. Tickets just $20.
Details for Talent Machine Presents Holiday Spectacular 2026: Frosty Follies
Fri, Dec 18, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $28.52–$44.52 · The Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh Street, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
A heartwarming, one-act Christmas opera that tells the story of a disabled, poor shepherd boy and his mother who host the Three Kings.
Sat, Dec 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM · $47.50 · Frederick Magic Theater & Lounge, 19 N. Court St., Ste 100, Frederick, MD 21701
He’s mean. He’s green. And he absolutely hates magic. This holiday season, throw away your traditional, boring magic shows. The Grinch is breaking out of Whoville, sneaking into our theater, and doing
Details for Magic Show: How The GRINCH Almost Stole The Christmas Show
Sun, Dec 20, 2026 · 3:00 PM · $17.85–$23.18 · Cultural Arts Center, Montgomery College, 7995 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
From dazzling costumes to breathtaking choreography, this timeless tale will enchant audiences of all ages.
Mon, Dec 21, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Free · The Collective - Encore, 10221 Wincopin Circle, Columbia, MD 21044
'Tis the season for holiday tales
Jan 14 – Feb 18, 2027 · Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD 20832
Thursdays, January 14 - February 18, 2027 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Grades 6-8 Calling all middle-schoolers who cannot stop singing musical theatre hits. This class is for you. Work with professional artists,
Jan 15 – Feb 7, 2027 · Toby's Dinner Theatre, 5900 Symphony Woods Road, Columbia, MD 21044
It’s still the word! One of the world’s favorite musicals hits the stage in a high-octane production featuring all the hit songs you love, including: “Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightning,” “You’re the