Performances to welcome in spring, balletic tilting at windmills and the Miss Maryland pageant are part of a busy March at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. And remember to mark your calendars for a chance to play detective in April at Glenview Mansion.
Victorian Lyric Opera Company presents “The Gondoliers” 8 p.m. March 1 and 2; 2 p.m. March 3.
Gilbert and Sullivan’s story of two gondoliers who discover that one is actually the king of the far-off land of Baritaria — but they don’t know which one. Come to enjoy the fun and music (and figure out the mystery).
Tickets for adults are $28; $24 for seniors 65 and older; and $20 for students.
The Rockville Concert Band presents “Spring Potpourri” 3 p.m. Sunday, March 10.
An eclectic array of concert band favorites, from the classics to pops.
No tickets required; donations appreciated.
Rockville Civic Ballet presents “Don Quixote” 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 17
Don Quixote de la Mancha and Sancho, his squire, set out to defend virtue and punish transgressions against chivalry.
Tickets cost $17; $13 for seniors 60 and older and children 12 and younger.
USA National Miss Maryland Pageant
A pageant program with a positive approach to pageantry for young women aged 4-25. The optional competition will be at 8 p.m. Friday, March 29. General admission is $10. The final show and crowning will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, March 31. Admission is $30. Seniors tickets are $25. Children younger than 3 are free.
Murder at the Mansion: “A Wedding to Die For,” presented by A Taste For Murder Productions 8 p.m. April 12 and 13; 2 p.m. April 14.
From the groom to the garter, Madison planned the perfect wedding. Will someone have to die to keep it from spiraling into chaos?
Complimentary desserts and cash bar with beer, wine and soda. Doors open 90 minutes before the performance. Show-only tickets cost $35 per person or $60 per couple. A buffet by Mission BBQ is available 90 minutes before the show for $18 per person.
For tickets or more information, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/theatre, call the box office at 240-314-8690, or email [email protected]. F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and Glenview Mansion are located at 603 Edmonston Drive.