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What do sea maidens, mummies and time loops have in common? They are all coming to a stage in Anne Arundel County or nearby this summer. Check out these theater productions that are playing now or coming soon.
143 Compromise Street, Annapolis
“Groundhog Day”
July 31 through August 31
Imagine a world where every day repeats. Weatherman Phil Connors is forced to play out that scenario after reporting on the annual Groundhog Day ceremony in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Irritated by the cheery townsfolk who want their beloved groundhog not to see his shadow, signaling an early spring, Phil returns home to sleep, only to awaken the next day to the discovery that it’s February 2 again. Inspired by the 1993 film starring Bill Murray, “Groundhog Day” features a book by original co-screenwriter Danny Rubin, and music and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Tim Minchin.
For tickets and more information, visit www.summergarden.com/now-playing.
700 North Calvert Street, Baltimore
“John Wilkes Booth: One Night Only”
Now through June 15
Contrary to the name of the production, “John Wilkes Booth: One Night Only” is showing for one month at this Baltimore theater. Maryland born, John Wilkes Booth was a magnetic stage actor before he became known as a fanatic and the man who put a bullet in the back of Abraham Lincoln’s head. From the brain of “Mad Men” creator and showrunner Matthew Weiner, this show is meant to convey a darkly funny, unflinchingly honest portrait of a historic figure.
To get tickets, visit www.centerstage.org.
315 West Fayette Street, Baltimore
“The Mystery of Irma Vep: A Penny Dreadful”
Now through June 22
Gothic melodrama gets a high-camp celebration in this comedy filled with murder and mayhem. With two actors playing eight characters and over 30 costume changes, Charles Ludlam’s horror spoof sends these actors on a tour de force ride full of werewolves, mummies, and a scary amount of laughter.
Ticket information is available at www.everymantheatre.org.
12 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore
“Chicago”
June 1 through June 8
A tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz, “Chicago” features one show-stopping song after another. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, vaudeville star Velma Kelly and chorus girl Roxie Hart become fierce rivals as they compete for headlines amid a media frenzy. This Broadway musical has dazzled audiences for 27 years, and after more than 10,000 performances, six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards and a Grammy, it is still reaching new audiences.
Learn more about the show by going to baltimore.broadway.com/shows/chicago.
101 College Parkway, Arnold
“Puffs”
June 6 through June 15
A parody of a certain wizarding world, “Puffs” follows three potential heroes who are just trying to make it through a magic school that proves to be dangerous for children. Alongside them are the Puffs, a group of well-meaning, loyal outsiders with a thing for badgers.
See the full story in the June edition of the Severna Park Voice. For tickets, go to www.ptcshows.com.
5900 Symphony Woods Road, Columbia
Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”
Now through August 17
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above with Prince Eric. Based on the classic animated film, this show includes music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken. The entire family can enjoy these performances while singing along to “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.”
“Saturday Night Fever”
August 22 through November 2
John Travolta popularized the character of Tony Manero, a Brooklynite and paint store clerk who moonlights as a disco dancer, in a 1977 film. Now the story is coming to Toby’s, which will share its adaptation. Tony will pair with another dancer, Stephanie, as the couple tries to win a competition while confronting challenges that make them reconsider what is important in life. Get ready to be transported back to the era of disco balls, platform boots and white suits.
Find ticket information at www.tobysdinnertheatre.com/now-playing/shows.
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