WHEATON, Md.— Get ready to sing, dance, and laugh out loud as Montgomery Parks kicks off Parks Playhouse Junior performances, featuring the science-themed tunes of Marsha and the Positrons and the delightfully absurd theatrics of Happenstance Theater. This series of free outdoor performances offers the perfect way for families to start their summer mornings with creativity and fun. All performances are from 10 to 11 a.m. and recommended for ages 2 to 8.
Grab your picnic blankets and lawn chairs for a fun, family-friendly hour of live entertainment to engage curious minds and joyful hearts. Pack some snacks and turn the morning into a picnic to enrich the body and the mind while enjoying the show.
Performance schedule
Marsha and the Positrons
- Wednesday, May 28: Falls Road Local Park, Potomac
- Thursday, May 29: Sligo-Dennis Avenue Local Park, Silver Spring
- Friday, May 30: Flower Avenue Urban Park, Silver Spring
With a sound described by The Washington Post as “jazz-flavored, poppy rock” and lyrics that are “delightfully catchy,” this Washington, D.C.-based kindie (kids + indie) band combines music and science to spark curiosity in young audiences. Known for their upbeat performances and positive social messaging, Marsha and the Positrons bring a vibrant energy that gets kids moving, thinking, and singing along.
Happenstance Theater
- Saturday, May 31: Cabin John Regional Park, Bethesda
Returning to the Parks Playhouse Junior stage with their charming production PREPOSTEROUS!, this acclaimed ensemble offers a poetic blend of humor, whimsy, and physical theater. Under the artistic co-direction of Mark Jaster and Sabrina Mandell, Happenstance Theater transforms everyday moments into magical theatrical experiences. In this pocket-sized circus extravaganza, a troupe of vintage clowns will delight audiences with live music, physical comedy, and even a slow-motion pie fight — designed to spark imagination and ignite laughter for all ages.
About Parks Playhouse Junior
Parks Playhouse Junior is a seasonal series from Montgomery Parks that brings high-quality children’s performances to local parks across the county. Featuring music, theater, and interactive storytelling, the series runs throughout the summer on select weekday and weekend mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. All performances are free to attend.To view the full summer lineup, visit the Parks Playhouse Junior event page.
About Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks manages more than 37,000 acres of parkland, consisting of 415 parks. Montgomery Parks is focused on promoting physical activity, social connectivity, and environmental stewardship, especially in diverse and urbanizing areas, with an emphasis on teens, working-age adults, and seniors. Montgomery Parks is a department of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), a bi-county agency established in 1927 to steward public land. M-NCPPC has been nationally recognized for its high-quality parks and recreation services and is regarded as a national model by other parks systems.
Accessibility at Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Program Access Office at 301-495-2581 (Voice), MD Relay 7-1-1 or 800-552-7724 or ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org to request a disability modification. Visit Montgomery Parks Program Access for more information.
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