good life 2019-20 SEASON
BROADWAY AND BEYOND WITH BEN CRAWFORD THU, JAN 16, 8 PM
Jack Everly, conductor Ben Crawford, star of The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, performs show tunes from Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, South Pacific, Company and more.
MENDELSSOHN VIOLIN CONCERTO
SUN, JAN 26, 3 PM
John Storgårds, conductor • Gil Shaham, violin SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 9 MENDELSSOHN Violin Concerto HAYDN Symphony No. 103, “Drumroll”
SAINT-SAËNS CELLO CONCERTO
THU, JAN 30, 8 PM
Marin Alsop, conductor • Sheku Kanneh-Mason, cello PRICE The Oak SAINT-SAËNS Cello Concerto No. 1 DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 7
CHARLIE CHAPLIN’S LEGACY: CLASSICAL MUSIC IN FILM SAT, FEB 8, 8 PM
Carolyn Kuan, conductor • Philippe Quint, violin BARBER Adagio for Strings JOHN CORIGLIANO Chaconne for Violin and Orchestra from The Red Violin JOHN WILLIAMS Theme from Schindler’s List ENNIO MORRICONE Love Theme from Cinema Paradiso CARLOS GARDEL Tango from Scent of a Woman VARIOUS Charlie Chaplin’s Smile
OFF THE CUFF: PROKOFIEV ROMEO AND JULIET FRI, FEB 14, 8:15 PM
Marin Alsop, conductor PROKOFIEV Suite from Romeo and Juliet Followed by Q & A with Marin Alsop
PROKOFIEV ROMEO AND JULIET
SUN, FEB 16, 3 PM
Marin Alsop, conductor • Yulianna Avdeeva, piano MOZART Marriage of Figaro Overture CHOPIN Piano Concerto No. 2 PROKOFIEV Suite from Romeo and Juliet
ARETHA — A TRIBUTE THU, FEB 27, 8 PM
Lucas Waldin, conductor • Capathia Jenkins, vocalist Darryl Williams, vocalist A tribute to the Queen of Soul featuring iconic hits “Respect” and “A Natural Woman.”
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ability with beautiful choreography, is complete with live traditional pansori music. 8 p.m. $35-$75. The Music Center at Strathmore, North Bethesda. 301-5815100, strathmore.org.
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES Jan. 4 DISCOVERY DAY: ARCHAEOLOGY. The Montgomery Parks Archaeology Office visits the Gaithersburg Community Museum to offer an introduction to archaeology and what it teaches us about the past. Activities include archaeology site-in-a-can, tin-smithing, marble making, seed identification and ceramic mending. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Gaithersburg Community Museum, Gaithersburg. 301258-6160, gaithersburgmd.gov.
Jan. 11-Feb. 16 MOUSE ON THE MOVE. An interactive play that follows two adventurous mice ready to explore the world beyond their little mousehole. Best for ages 1-5; the audience becomes part of the story through multi-sensory activities. See website for showtimes and prices. Imagination Stage, Bethesda. 301-2801660, imaginationstage.org.
Jan. 17-Feb. 16 RAPUNZEL. In this hand-puppet adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairytale, Witch Wartsmith goes to great lengths to keep Rapunzel away from the handsome prince. Recommended for ages 3½-9. 11 a.m. Fridays; 11:30 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $12. The Puppet Co., Glen Echo. 301-634-5380, thepuppetco.org.
Jan. 26 THE GREAT ZUCCHINI! This adventurepacked show filled with surprises, magic, silliness and fun leaves kids on the edge of their seats. Recommended for ages 3-7. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. $10. Arts Barn, Gaithersburg. 301-258-6394, gaithersburgmd.gov.
Feb. 14-April 5 THE SNOW DAY AND OTHER STORIES BY EZRA JACK KEATS. Based on Ezra Jack Keats’ beloved books, the show follows lovable Peter and his friend Archie as they take on relatable everyday challenges. See website for showtimes and prices. Adventure Theatre, Glen Echo. 301-6342270, adventuretheatre-mtc.org.