Damascus Theatre Company Presents Nunsense at Arts Barn
The musical comedy features a cast of five nuns and runs through the end of October in Gaithersburg.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Children’s Theater
The Damascus Theatre Company has launched its production of the musical Nunsense at the Arts Barn in Gaithersburg. The performance, which takes place on a small stage, invites audience participation through segments like trivia and joke telling.
Why it matters
The show brings live musical theater to the Arts Barn, offering local residents a unique production that blends performance with interactive audience engagement.
The production features a cast of five nuns performing over a 2-hour runtime, which includes a 15-minute intermission. The stage design utilizes the existing Arts Barn space and incorporates a bright pink aesthetic.
The players
Damascus Theatre Company
This local performing arts organization produces musicals and plays for the community.
Arts Barn
Located in Gaithersburg, this facility serves as a prominent venue for live theater and arts programming.
The details
The show is staged at 311 Kent Square Road, repurposing the venue space previously used for a production of Grease. Potential attendees should be aware that the production includes a content advisory regarding drug usage.
Timeline
The production runs through October 31, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This production follows the recent staging of the musical Grease at the same Arts Barn facility. The transition between different musicals highlights the constant turnover of local theater schedules and the adaptive use of smaller performance spaces.
Theatergoers can expect an interactive experience involving trivia and jokes throughout the show. Residents planning to attend should note the content advisory concerning drug usage before booking tickets.
The takeaway
Small-stage productions like this one offer a more intimate setting for musical comedy compared to large-scale professional theaters. Guests should be prepared for active participation as the cast often involves the crowd directly in the performance.
Further reading
Explore more local performances on the Children’s Theater section page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Maryland Theatre Guide.
