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    Olney Theatre Center

    4.2 (72 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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    Stage design for Sleepova
    Toya J.

    Olney theater is not only newly renovated, but their programming promotes impactful and inclusive theater for diverse audiences. We came here to see Sleepova which is about 4 black British teen girls who are coping with disability, religion, family, and other issues as they embark on their senior year of high school. Next, I'm looking forward to seeing Kim's Convenience, a comedy about a Korean immigrant family that struggles with whether they should sell their family store and the opposition they face as a family. Olney theater also has community engagement talks and activities surrounding their plays, many of which are free. The lobby has a concession stand that sells snacks, beer, wine, and coffee. The staff is nice and accommodating. There is plenty of parking. The theater design is streamlined and modern. I love theater and I will enjoy coming here in the future to see more of what they have to offer.

    Sahar R.

    This theatre is such a gem. I have yet to not have fun at a great show here. So far I have seen the following: -Kim's Convenience (awesome!) -Beauty and the Beast -Elf -Ahvaz I'll let you in on a secret, sometimes we like to take a half day off on a week day and take in a matinee. Not only are there more affordable tickets, I feel like you get a more intimate experience. Today at Kims Convenience we sat so close it was so awkward for me cause they were literally singing in front of my face and could give an accurate description of their dental work, I was that close. At Ahvaz, a one man show, I had a chat with the director/actor pre show cause he just sat next to me to talk about fashion (specifically eye wear). I don't think you get the same experience at more crowded nighttime shows. The daytime crowds tend to be a bit older (walkers and canes everywhere) but it is a lively crowd. At every show which we saw in the theater lab today they tend to have show themed drinks or souvenirs available. Programs are also usually available to purchase at about two dollars and specialty beverages are around $10. The shows that the theater hosts have a diversity and community engagement focus, which is great to see. Especially now. Please note they're undergoing construction so they'll send you parking instructions before the show to give you the best route to whichever theater you plan on going to . We definitely plan on coming back for some summer concerts outdoors this summer. I love this small theater.

    Aubrey F.

    First here at this theater. It was easy to find. Had a great spacious parking lot. Arrived approximately 30 min before the show. We came to see Frozen. It was absolutely wonderful! The performers were all fantastic. Loved the mixture of original songs and new songs. Stage props and costumes were phenomenal! The seats were also comfortable and roomy. I'm 5'9 and felt comfortable. Would highly recommend this show and theater!

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    We saw "Hello Dolly" at the Olney Theater Center last week and the caliber of the actors and the production team were remarkably good. If we lived in the area we would attend every event.

    Jeni S.

    Parking is a little rough (not enough handicap spots especially) - but, once parked and inside, what a lovely venue with friendly staff. For community theater, it is well priced, and the show we saw (Beautiful - Carole king tribute) was top-notch professional and enjoyable. They now have an outdoor area for in-season performances as well.

    Beauty & The Beast Play
    Victoria N.

    When they first re-opened after COVID-19, they had given away a few free tickets for some of their shows, and I was one of the lucky ones that was able to snatch some tickets! My friends and I had attended their Beauty & the Beast show. The actors and actresses were a million times better than we had expected, especially for free tickets! Jade Jones (Belle, left) and Evan Ruggiero (Beast) were both excellent singers and actors. A lot of emotions went through both of their characters. The funniest actor was the self-centered Gaston who would do these obnoxious stretches/exercising (instead of dancing) while singing. I was absolutely laughing to death at that part since I was not expecting him to do that. In the middle, they had to stop the show for a little bit and the actors professionals walked off the stage. They were having some issues with the mic. In the downtime, people used the restroom, got up and stretched their legs, and there were two people in the crowd dressed up as Beauty and the Beast characters (understudies or audience members?). Belle was singing happy birthday to someone and trying to cheer up/entertain the crowd in the meanwhile. If she was an understudy, it would have been great if she started singing songs from the Beauty & the Beast. Overall, I had an utterly fantastic time. I'm curious what other plays they have!

    Amber M.

    Beautiful theatre easily accessible from Howard County (I took backroads there with ease). The artists employed by OTC put on a spectacular show but the stage crew, musicians, and thespians. Parking is ample, there's limited seating the atrium area but that's easily forgivable as there's a full bar complete w snacks and merch. My daughter and I joined another mom-daughter duo for a date night to see Disney's Beauty and the Beast. We'd heard about there being an inclusive cast (Belle cast by a Black American, plus size actress and Beast, cast by an amputee) and this automatically drew us there to take in this awesome production. The girls had a ball and the mom and I enjoyed a wonderful signature cocktail. Proof of vaccination was required at the door and pricing was up there, but it was all worth it. I'm now on the email list and cannot wait to return for another show!

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    Fela was fantastic! Almost as good the production on Broadway. The venue is bright and beautiful. I'll be back.

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    Best place to sit with kids if the side seating is the only option orchestra row F?

    Further back in the side orchestra is probably your best bet. Row J or H

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