*Here are the special events, movies, live music, theater, talks, etc coming up in the next 10 days – in Greenbelt Maryland, plus choice events in nearby towns – all Prince Georges Proud.
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 17
At The New Deal Cafe
Shannon Bielski & Moonlight Drive – winner of the 2018 Mid-Atlantic Bluegrass Competition and made up of five of the most promising up-and-comers on the D.C. bluegrass scene, Moonlight Drive mixes progressive bluegrass, country, and traditional American music with a solid dose of the traditional bluegrass the band members grew up immersed in. (8:30 to 11:30pm)
At the Old Greenbelt Theatre
1917 opens!
At the height of the First World War, two young British soldiers, Schofield (Captain Fantastic’s George MacKay) and Blake (Game of Thrones’ Dean-Charles Chapman) are given a seemingly impossible mission. In a race against time, they must cross enemy territory and deliver a message that will stop a deadly attack on hundreds of soldiers—Blake’s own brother among them. Showtimes here.
Just Mercy opens! After graduating from Harvard, Bryan Stevenson (Michael B. Jordan) had his pick of lucrative jobs. Instead, he heads to Alabama to defend those wrongly condemned or who were not afforded proper representation, with the support of local advocate Eva Ansley (Brie Larson). One of his first, and most incendiary, cases is that of Walter McMillian (Jamie Foxx), who, in 1987, was sentenced to die for the notorious murder of an 18-year-old girl, despite a preponderance of evidence proving his innocence. In the years that follow, Bryan becomes embroiled in a labyrinth of legal and political maneuverings and overt and unabashed racism as he fights for Walter. Showtimes here.
At the Greenbelt Arts Center
Quadrille: A Romantic Play. Story and Script by Melynda Kiring, Directed by Stephen Foreman. Ingredients:1 Self-Sufficient Woman Baker, 1 Nobleman in need of a Cook, 1 Sweet Young Lady, 1 Dashing Hero.Preheat to the year 1835. Mix the Baker and the Nobleman together until romance blossoms. For a little confusion, gently add the Sweet Young Lady into the mix. Sprinkle in a pinch of frustrated love, and then add a dash of Hero rushing in to save the day. Bake at 350 degrees for the length of one duel, or until ready to admit the truth. Serves them all right. Quadrille is a delicious tale featuring romance, secret plots, good food, more secret plots, bad food, heroic duels, and plenty of perfectly prepared corn muffins. Bon appetit!
Featuring Jim Adams, Jeannette Connors, Justin Diaz, Tyler Dos Santos, Michaela Haber, Michael Iacone, and Pamela Northrup. Showtime 8 pm. Buy tickets here.
At the Greenbelt Community Center
Art show reception for “In Witness: Contemporary Figurative Art by Chris Corson 6-7pm
At Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mt. Rainier
Happenstance Theater opens “Juxtapose.” The Happenstance Theater quintet is developing a Theatrical Collage inspired by the works of Joseph Cornell. Please note this is a NEW work-in-progress that has only begun development right here at Joe’s on January 6th. The audience is invited to stay for talk-backs after all the performances to give the artists your candid (but loving) feedback. Also performing January 18 and 19.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18
At The New Deal Cafe
Poetry Open Mic!!! – come express your inner beatnik through the spoken word!! Read originals, OPP (other people’s poetry) or just hob nob with the literary. Everyone is welcome! (1 to 3pm)
At the Old Greenbelt Theatre
Special speaker(s) event after the 5:30 screening of 1917: Discussion of the film’s unique cinematography, led by Dr. Oliver Gaycken, who teaches film history at U.MD, and Dr. Caitlin McGrath, executive director of the Old Greenbelt Theatre.
“1917”and “Just Mercy.” See info and trailer in Jan. 17 listing above. Showtimes here.
At the Greenbelt Arts Center
Quadrille, a Romantic Play. 8 pm. See listing for Jan 17 above for details. Buy tickets here.
At the Clarice Smith Center for Performing Arts
Bach Cantata Series: BWV 51 J.S. Bach, known as the great master, wrote more than 200 cantatas, and UMD Choral Activities aims to sing them all in this series of short performances by students, faculty, staff and community friends led by conductors in the graduate program. Conducted by Jonathan King, this performance will feature Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen (Shout for Joy to God in All Lands). 12:30 FREE
At the Prince George’s African American Museum in N. Brentwood
The opening reception for Arnold Hurley exhibit will provide insight on his artistic process, explore the themes behind his work, and answer audience questions. 1-3 pm.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19
At The New Deal Cafe
Veg Society of DC – a monthly discussion on vegan topics. (12 to 2pm)
At the Old Greenbelt Theatre
“1917”and “Just Mercy.” See info and trailer in Jan. 17 listing above. Showtimes here.
The Curious World of Hieronymus Bosch 8 pm. Part of the fabulous Exhibition on Screen series. 90 minutes.
At the Greenbelt Arts Center
Quadrille, a Romantic Play. 2 pm. See listing for Jan 17 above for details. Buy tickets here.
MONDAY, JANUARY 20
At The New Deal Cafe
At the Old Greenbelt Theatre
“1917”and “Just Mercy.” See info and trailer in Jan. 17 listing above. Showtimes here.
The Curious World of Hieronymus Bosch 1 pm. Part of the fabulous Exhibition on Screen series. 90 minutes. See trailer above.
At Beltway Plaza Mall
RSVP for your turkey today – at TISFoundation.org Event starts at 11:00.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 21
At The New Deal Cafe
Open Mic with Joey Campfire – sign-ups begin at 6:30 pm. Performers will typically have 3 songs or fifteen minutes on the stage. (7 to 10pm)
At the Old Greenbelt Theatre
“1917”and “Just Mercy.” See info and trailer in Jan. 17 listing above. Showtimes here.
At the Pyramid Atlantic Arts Center in Hyattsville
Figure Drawing every Tuesday 6-9. Sharpen your drawing skills in a relaxed, informal setting at Hyattsville Figure Drawing Group’s drop-in drawing sessions. No registration required, all skill levels are welcome. A live, nude model is provided at each session. Sessions consist of several short warm-up poses and a single sustained pose for the duration of the session. Bring your own art supplies; drawing boards and chairs provided.
Cost: $20/session or $75/5-session punch card or $15/session for Pyramid Atlantic Members (proof required)
At the College Park Community Library
College Park Arts Exchange Book Club – Nonfiction for Women – this month will discuss All you Can Ever Know, by Nicole Chung. 7 pm.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22
At The New Deal Cafe
At the Old Greenbelt Theatre
“1917”and “Just Mercy.” See info and trailer in Jan. 17 listing above. Showtimes here.
At the Duckworth School in Beltsville
Beyond Behnke’s” talk by Behnke family member Stephanie Fleming for the Beltsville Garden Club. 7:30. Stephanie will share a brief history of Behnke Nurseries, the journey of her grandparents Albert and Rose Behnke as they created a much-loved local garden center, and her own pursuits beyond Behnke’s. Open to all. FREE. (Stephanie gave this popular talk in Greenbelt last fall, thanks to the Greenbelt Museum.)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 23
At The New Deal Cafe
Rok – orchestral rock.
Casanovela – loud folks playing loud folk. Known to play shoegaze rockabilly, folk punk, and sad bastard power pop. Always high energy. Always humble. Always low calorie and gluten-free.
Sonic Spell – smooth & saxy psychedelic funk! (7 to 10pm)
At the Old Greenbelt Theatre
“1917”and “Just Mercy.” See info and trailer in Jan. 17 listing above. Showtimes here.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 24
At The New Deal Cafe
At Maryland Meadworks in Hyattsville
SATURDAY, JANUARY 25
At The New Deal Cafe
Jazz Jam – come on out and enjoy an afternoon of jazz with an ensemble of some of the finest musicians in the DMV region. (2 to 5pm)
5-7 pm: the New Deal Cafe is celebrating it’s 25th anniversary and kicking it off with a SPECIAL SATURDAY HAPPY HOUR! Stop by and find out about all the cool things we’re doing in 2020 to honor this milestone. This is a great opportunity to meet other Cafe members, volunteers, staff and board members, and find out how you can help support this incredibly special cafe that serves as a community living room AND award winning music venue.
At the College Park American Legion
At Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mt. Rainier
SUNDAY, JANUARY 26
At The New Deal Cafe
Dar Stellabotta – heavy stoner-blues-rock one-woman band with a homemade cigar box guitar, slide, muddy distortion and a kick drum. (7 to 9pm)
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Venues
- New Deal Cafe
- Greenbelt Arts Center
- Old Greenbelt Theatre
- Beltway Plaza’s Academy 8 Theaters
- Greenbelt Library
- Greenbelt Community Center
- Buddy Attick Park
- Roosevelt Center
- Eleanor Roosevelt High School
- Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
- Greenbelt Aquatic and Fitness Center
- Greenbelt Homes, Inc.
- Greenbelt Community Church
- St. Hugh’s Catholic Church
- Mishkan Torah Synagogue
- Clarice Smith Center for the Performing Arts – in College Park, on the U.MD campus
- Busboys and Poets – in Hyattsville
- Joe’s Movement Emporium – in Mt. Rainier
- Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
- Barney and Bea Recreation Center in Glenn Dale
- Prince George’s African American Museum and Cultural Center in N. Brentwood
- College Park Aviation Museum
- Old Parish House in College Park
- Maryland Meadworks in Hyattsville
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