Live Arts & Entertainment
in Beautiful Bowie, Maryland
Serving Prince George's County and the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan region
Featured Event
April 20, 2024 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Bowie Center Arts Festival

Families and arts lovers of all ages are invited to join us at the BCPA on Saturday, April 20 from 11:00 am-4:00 pm for a celebration of artists and arts programs right here in Prince George’s County. The Arts Festival features performances and activities for all ages, plus craft vendors, food trucks, and more. Drop in for a bit or stay for the whole day!

Tickets are Pay What You Can but all donations support educational programming at the BCPA.
Upcoming Events
$35-50
March 30, 2024
Joe Clair and Friends presents the Bangin’ in Bowie Comedy Series, this month featuring special guest Capone! Plus, there will be live music by Sound of the City, featuring Precious Joubert and DJ Two Tone Jones!
$10
April 8, 2024
“Comeback Kids” chronicles the journey of the Thomas G. Pullen middle school basketball team during the 2018-19 season. This heartwarming film tells the story of the student-athletes, their head coach, and their shared pursuit of a county championship.
$1-100
Save the date for the 2024 Bowie Center Arts Festival! You’re invited to join us at the BCPA on Saturday, April 20 for a celebration of artists and arts programs right here in Prince George’s County. The Arts Festival features...
$29-39
April 20, 2024
Concerts for Causes Inc. presents The After festival Funk Concerts featuring The amazing “Clones of Funk” and “Rufus Roundtree and the BMore Brass” with special guest. This is a benefit for Concerts for Causes Inc. Providing musical instruments to students...
$35-40
May 4, 2024
Life Interrupted is a 2023 drama stage play written, directed, and produced by Elder Chanté Thompson. During Mental Health Awareness Month, we will shed light on mental health challenges and overcoming those obstacles. Meet seven patients who learn how to...
$5
May 10, 2024
BHS House of Elite presents The Runway.
$35-50
March 30, 2024
Joe Clair and Friends presents the Bangin’ in Bowie Comedy Series, this month featuring special guest Capone! Plus, there will be live music by Sound of the City, featuring Precious Joubert and DJ Two Tone Jones!
$1-100
Save the date for the 2024 Bowie Center Arts Festival! You’re invited to join us at the BCPA on Saturday, April 20 for a celebration of artists and arts programs right here in Prince George’s County. The Arts Festival features...
$5
May 10, 2024
BHS House of Elite presents The Runway.
$400
July 15, 2024 - July 26, 2024
July 15-26, 2024 Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm (Morning Extended Hours available for an additional fee) Students age 8-12$400 for 2-week camp experience Ready to be in the spotlight? Whether you love belting along to your favorite cast album, cutting footloose on the...
$10
April 8, 2024
“Comeback Kids” chronicles the journey of the Thomas G. Pullen middle school basketball team during the 2018-19 season. This heartwarming film tells the story of the student-athletes, their head coach, and their shared pursuit of a county championship.
$15
May 23, 2024
Step back in time with ‘The Poppaw Queen,’ a gripping historical documentary by director and Queen descendant, Malachi E. Robinson. Immerse yourself in the story of Mary Queen and her fearless descendants who battled for liberty. From an illegal indentured...
$1-100
Save the date for the 2024 Bowie Center Arts Festival! You’re invited to join us at the BCPA on Saturday, April 20 for a celebration of artists and arts programs right here in Prince George’s County. The Arts Festival features...
$400
July 15, 2024 - July 26, 2024
July 15-26, 2024 Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm (Morning Extended Hours available for an additional fee) Students age 8-12$400 for 2-week camp experience Ready to be in the spotlight? Whether you love belting along to your favorite cast album, cutting footloose on the...
$10
April 8, 2024
“Comeback Kids” chronicles the journey of the Thomas G. Pullen middle school basketball team during the 2018-19 season. This heartwarming film tells the story of the student-athletes, their head coach, and their shared pursuit of a county championship.
$1-100
Save the date for the 2024 Bowie Center Arts Festival! You’re invited to join us at the BCPA on Saturday, April 20 for a celebration of artists and arts programs right here in Prince George’s County. The Arts Festival features...
$1-100
Save the date for the 2024 Bowie Center Arts Festival! You’re invited to join us at the BCPA on Saturday, April 20 for a celebration of artists and arts programs right here in Prince George’s County. The Arts Festival features...
$29-39
April 20, 2024
Concerts for Causes Inc. presents The After festival Funk Concerts featuring The amazing “Clones of Funk” and “Rufus Roundtree and the BMore Brass” with special guest. This is a benefit for Concerts for Causes Inc. Providing musical instruments to students...
$30-40
May 11, 2024
BRENCORE Entertainment and the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts present “A Mother’s Day Celebration.” The BRENCORE ALLSTARS and Special Guests will honor Moms with their favorite Gospel, R&B, and Inspirational songs.
$400
July 15, 2024 - July 26, 2024
July 15-26, 2024 Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm (Morning Extended Hours available for an additional fee) Students age 8-12$400 for 2-week camp experience Ready to be in the spotlight? Whether you love belting along to your favorite cast album, cutting footloose on the...
$1-100
Save the date for the 2024 Bowie Center Arts Festival! You’re invited to join us at the BCPA on Saturday, April 20 for a celebration of artists and arts programs right here in Prince George’s County. The Arts Festival features...
$35-40
May 4, 2024
Life Interrupted is a 2023 drama stage play written, directed, and produced by Elder Chanté Thompson. During Mental Health Awareness Month, we will shed light on mental health challenges and overcoming those obstacles. Meet seven patients who learn how to...
$400
July 15, 2024 - July 26, 2024
July 15-26, 2024 Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm (Morning Extended Hours available for an additional fee) Students age 8-12$400 for 2-week camp experience Ready to be in the spotlight? Whether you love belting along to your favorite cast album, cutting footloose on the...
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Health & Safety
The Bowie Center for the Performing Arts cares about your safety. We politely, but strictly, enforce all mandates from the state, county, and public schools. Please be courteous and understanding with all signage and direction from our staff.
Masking Policy

BCPA encourages all patrons to wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status, but we have lifted all mask mandates in accordance with Prince George's County guidelines.

Socially Distanced Seating

Ushers will seat our patrons in ``packs,`` meaning you will sit with the group you arrive with, but socially distant from other audience members.

Venue Details
Business Hours

Tuesday-Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Box Office Hours

Tuesday-Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
2 hours before performances

Address

15200 Annapolis Rd
Bowie, MD 20715
USA