2017/18
ACADEMY
see theatre. be theatre.
& ATMTC ACADEMY
www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org
ABOUT ATMTC ACADEMY The ATMTC Academy provides young people the highest quality musical theatre training, which aligns with the National & State Fine Arts Standards of Learning and Common Core.
LEARN TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL PERFORMER Over 35 Years of Supporting Musical Theatre Dreams 16 Highly Qualified Teaching Artists with 75 years of Teaching Experience Over 7,000 Square ft. of Studio & Classroom Space
Table of Contents Elementary Program Conservatory Training Pre-Professional Company Student Production Summer Musical Theatre Camp Summer Musical Theatre Training Program Private Voice/Additional Workshops School’s Out/Scholarship Story Program Descriptions Annual Calendar
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4–5 6–7 8–9 10–11 12–13 14–15 16–17 18–19 20–21 22–23
HAVE YOU SEEN OUR STUDENTS ON DC PROFESSIONAL STAGES RECENTLY? Cole Sitilides Brighton Beach Memoirs
Theater J
Photo by Teresa Wood
Cassie Cope Parade
Griffin McCahill Caroline or Change
Keegan Theatre
Round House Theatre Photo by Grace Toulotte
Photo by Teresa Wood
Katie Beth Hall The Hard Problem
Ethan Miller Watch on the Rhine
Mira Cohen The Giver
Studio Theatre
Arena Stage
Photo by Cameron Whitman
Photo by Teresa Wood
Sarah Kathryn Makl Brighton Beach Memoirs
Theater J
Next Stop Theatre
NextStop Theatre / Lock and Company
OUR KIDS GET CAST!
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START YOUR ADVENTURE HERE
ELEMENTARY
PROGRAM Grades K–5, No Experience Required SING, DANCE, ACT!, GRADES K–1
While working on a song and dance number from popular family musicals, students will learn stage performance basics, vocal instruction, and simple Broadway dance combinations.
BROADWAY PREP, GRADES 2–3
Broadway Prep adds emotion and character in song, scene, and movement. Developing these skills individually and as an ensemble, students analyze scripts and songs for performance, learn correct terminology, and illustrate an understanding of musical theatre basics.
BRIDGE TO BROADWAY, GRADES 4–5
Bridge to Broadway includes more specific and challenging instruction in the three areas of musical theatre performance. Students extend range and character development through physical and vocal exploration, formal study of ballet and jazz, audition preparation, lyrical and text analysis, improv techniques, and continued study of ensemble.
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Classes & Tuition CLASS NAME
FALL 2017
GRADE LOCATION
Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Broadway Prep Broadway Prep Bridge to Broadway
K–1 K–1 K–1 K–1 2–3 2–3 4–5
WP GE WP WP GE WP WP
DAY
TIME
TUITION
Mon Tue Wed Sat Tue Sat Mon
4:30–5:30pm 4:30–5:30pm 5:30–6:30pm 9:00–10:00am 5:45–6:45pm 10:15–11:15am 5:45–7:00pm
240 240 240 240 240 240 264
Fall 8 week trimester begins Monday, September 18, 2017.
CLASS NAME
WINTER 2017
GRADE LOCATION
Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Broadway Prep Broadway Prep Bridge to Broadway
K–1 K–1 K–1 K–1 2–3 2–3 4–5
WP GE WP WP GE WP WP
DAY
TIME
TUITION
Mon Tues Wed Sat Tues Sat Mon
4:30–5:30pm 4:30–5:30pm 5:30–6:30pm 9:00–10:00am 5:45–6:45pm 10:15–11:15am 5:45–7:00pm
240 240 240 240 240 240 264
Winter 8 week trimester begins Monday, November 27, 2017.
CLASS NAME
SPRING 2018
GRADE LOCATION
Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Sing, Dance, Act Broadway Prep Bridge to Broadway
K–1 K–1 K–1 2–3 4–5
WP GE WP GE WP
DAY
TIME
TUITION
Mon Tue Sat Tue Mon
4:30–5:30pm 4:30–5:30pm 9:00–10:00am 5:45–6:45pm 5:45–7:00pm
360 360 360 360 396
Spring 12 week trimester begins Monday, February 5, 2018. WP: 837-D Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852 GE: 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812
Meet Leslie Putnam, Head of Early Childhood Education Leslie Putnam is the Head of Early Childhood Education and teaches the Elementary Program at ATMTC Academy. She is a native of North Carolina and a Graduate of the Western Carolina University BFA Musical Theatre Program. She has had the privilege to perform at many wonderful Regional Theatres and Summer Stocks all over the U.S. Some of her favorite roles include: Olive in ...Spelling Bee, Female Authority Figure in Hairspray, Gloria in Boeing Boeing, and Judy in A Chorus Line. Exact schedule subject to change
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HONE YOUR CRAFT
CONSERVATORY
TRAINING
Comprehensive Musical Theatre Training Grades 4–12 Conservatory Training provides comprehensive musical theatre instruction for students’ grades 4–12. Each semester, conservatory students will train in multiple disciplines of musical theatre. Additionally, students will train in workshops of rotating topics including Stage Combat, Alexander Technique, Theatre for Social Change, Audition Technique, The Business of the Business, and more! Conservatory students will be assessed during the first week of class and leveled accordingly. This program prepares students for the Pre-Professional Company and professional theatre auditions.
Train in all these disciplines and more! Ballet Acting Jazz
CONSERVATORY
Music Theory Tap Voice & Speech
FALL & SPRING 2018
GRADE LOCATION
DAYS
TIME
TUITION
Fall 12 week enrollment
4–12
WP
Mon & Wed
4:45–8:25pm
1,900
Spring 14 week enrollment
4–12
WP
Mon & Wed
4:45–8:25pm
2,200
Fall 12 week semester begins on Monday, September 18, 2017. Spring 14 week semester begins on Monday, February 5, 2018. Save $250 on Spring & Fall when you select Annual Enrollment!
Call 301.251.5766 or visit www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org to learn more.
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BECOME A PROFESSIONAL
PRE-PROFESSIONAL
COMPANY
Grades 4–12, By Audition Only The Pre-Professional Company prepares committed and gifted students for college and/ or a professional career in theatre, led by a highly qualified faculty. The curriculum provides students with inclusive training in singing, dancing, acting, and performance. Additionally, PreProfessional Company Members benefit from:
Up to 250 hours of musical theatre training Master classes with industry professionals Trip to NYC including a Broadway show and masterclass Complimentary college prep for juniors and seniors Performance opportunities Personalized feedback and progress reports End of the year capstone performance And more!
2017–2018
GRADE LOCATION 4–12
WP
DAYS
TIME
TUITION
Sat
11:30am–5:30pm
4,150
Acceptance into the program is by audition only.
Audition Date:
August 17, 2017, 4:00–6:00pm
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ALUMNI SUCCESS You may have seen ATMTC Alumni: On Broadway
Wicked, Matilda, Glory Days, Godspell, Cry Baby, Something Rotten, Radio City Music Hall, Beautiful, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Hair, Miss Saigon, The Producers, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Addams Family, Jekyll and Hyde, Aspects of Love
National Tours
A View from the Bridge, Kinky Boots, Evita, Sister Act, Spamalot, Alter Boyz, Bring it On, Fame, Grease, A Chorus Line
Television
Orange Is The New Black, Discovery ID, PBS, Ellen DeGeneres Show, Mti/ITheatrics Choreography DVD, SMASH, Law & Order, Law & Order, Criminal intent
Our Pre–Professional students have been accepted to the nation’s top theatre programs including:
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YOUR AUDIENCE AWAITS
STUDENT PRODUCTION Grades 4–12 It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. Take the spotlight on the Adventure Theatre stage! ATMTC offers students the experience of performing in fully produced student productions. These intensive performance and training opportunities are for motivated and talented musical theatre students. Student Productions provide a challenging outlet for students to develop the skills necessary to be successful, professional performers - including self-discipline, teamwork, problem solving, and selfconfidence.
MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM
Sherion Cosby Director
Shawn Cosby Choreographer
Wayne Chadwick Music Director
See page 14/15 for ATMTC’s Summer Student production, Les Miserables School Edition.
Tuition: $1,250 Auditions: September 10, 2017: 10am–7pm Callbacks: September 16, 2017: 6–9pm Rehearsals: December 26, 2017–January 25, 2018 Performances: Friday, January 26, 2018, 7:00pm Saturday, January 27, 2018, 2:00pm & 7:00pm Sunday, January 28, 2018, 2:00pm
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FIND YOUR FUN
SUMMER MUSICAL
THEATRE CAMP Rising Grades 1–6, Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm Celebrating 40 Years!
Experience musical theatre in a fun, full–day camp! Your child will work alongside accomplished D.C. area theatre professionals and teaching artists during daily rehearsals. With props and costumes, singing and scene work, your child will perform in a full–scale, youth appropriate show for friends and family on the Adventure Theatre stage. All (4) shows perform each session of camp.
SESSION
GRADE
1
2018 SUMMER DATES LOCATION
DATES
TUITION
1–6
GE
June 18–29
850
2
1–6
GE
July 2–13*
800
3
1–6
GE
July 16–27
850
4
1–6
GE
July 30–August 10
850
4
1–6
GE
August 13–24
850
*No Camp July 4, 2018.
2018 SHOWS A Connecticut Yankee
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100 Year in King Arthur’s Court
Snooze
From all of (my daughter’s) stories, I can tell your staff is energetic, fun, and talented... So far, this has been the very best summer camp experience she has ever had. Thanks for all you do! – 2017 Parent 13
GET INSPIRED
SUMMER MUSICAL THEATRE
TRAINING PROGRAM Grades 6–12 | Mon–Fri | 9am–4pm
Led by highly experienced and sought–after performing arts faculty, this inclusive three week training program is committed to the development of the next generation of performers by providing focused instruction in an immersive musical theatre environment. There is no audition required for this program, although you may opt to audition for a scholarship.
2018 SUMMER DATES
SESSION GRADE LOCATION
DATES
DAYS
TIME
TUITION
1
6–12
WP
June 25– July 13*
Mon–Fri
9am–4pm
1,300
2
6–12
WP
July 16– August 10
Mon–Fri
9am–4pm
2,200
*No Camp July 4, 2018.
SESSION I: CONTEMPORARY MUSICAL THEATRE STUDY WITH NYC DAY TRIP
June 25– July 13, 2017 (NYC Trip: 7/3/18)
Learn contemporary musical repertoire from Broadway hits like Come From Away, Beautiful, Kinky Boots, Dear Evan Hansen, and School of Rock and participate in a one day bus trip to and from NYC to see a Broadway show and take part in a master class with a Broadway performer.
SESSION II: STUDENT PRODUCTION: LES MISÉRABLES (SCHOOL EDITION)
July 16– August 10, 2018
Directed by Michael J. Bobbitt Epic, grand and uplifting, Les Misérables School Edition packs an emotional wallop that has thrilled audiences all over the world. The sung-through piece has been abridged to a running time of just over two hours, while carefully maintaining the integrity of one of the greatest musicals ever written. Over the course of this session, students will have daily technique training, and rehearsals which will culminate in a full stage production on the Adventure Theatre stage in Glen Echo Park. Michael J. Bobbitt (Artistic Director and Director) has directed, choreographed and performed at many theatres in the DC region, and has been nominated for numerous Helen Hayes Awards. His national and international credits include the NY Musical Theatre Festival, Mel Tillis 2001, La Jolla Playhouse, Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, Jefferson Performing Arts Center, and 1996 Olympics. Michael has taught theater and dance at George Washington University, Catholic University, Montgomery College, Howard University, and the Washington Ballet.
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Interested? Audition for $25,000 in available SMTTP Scholarships! Friday, April 20, 2018 Thursday, May 10, 2018 15
PRIVATE VOICE Private singing lessons are taught with care for developing voices with a focus on resonance breath control, intonation, development of high and low registers. With expert voice teachers, private voice students will explore various repertoire. 12 weeks, rolling. To book a package call 301.251.5766.
VOICE LESSON PACKAGES, 12 WEEKS
PACKAGE LENGTH
TUITION
30 minute
570
45 minute
865
60 minute
1,065
Call 301.251.5766 or visit www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org to learn more.
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ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS KIDS OPEN CALL AUDITIONS Sunday, September 10, 10am-7pm, WP Be seen by professional casting directors from the Washington, DC area theatres at Adventure Theatre MTC’s 6th Annual Kids Open Call Audition! Kids have been cast at Keegan Theatre, Washington National Opera, Studio Theater, Arena Stage, Ford’s Theater, Olney Theater Center, Next Stop Theatre, Creative Cauldron, Woolly Mammoth Theatre, Studio Theatre, and several film and TV projects in the last year. Please note there is an $18 one-time administrative fee to sign up for an audition time slot. Questions? Call 301.251.5766 or e-mail registrar@adventuretheatre-mtc.org.
SMART STAGE PARENT WORKSHOP Saturday, October 7, 2017, 1:30–5:30 PM, WP This workshop provides parents with practical, solid advice to benefit their child and assist them in navigating the world of professional theater. This special workshop will offer valuable insight, advice and tips from a professional panel including casting and collegiate professionals. Topics will include getting seen by Casting Directors, to get (or not to get) a manager & agent, to be (or not to be) equity, creating resumes and headshots that stand out), steering clear of scams, how to effectively handle rejection, and plenty of insider tips that will help you help your child follow their dreams of being a professional performer. For questions, or more information, please contact us at 301.251.5766. Scheduled to Appear:* Brad Watkins (Casting Director) will discuss management of your child’s career from the perspective of a Casting Director Participant fee: $60 per adult.
Shaun Ramsay (Vice President - ArtsBridge) will discuss College Prep Colin Hovde (C. Stanley Photography) will discuss headshot photography *Speakers may change without notice.
IN A SNAP HEADSHOT SESSION Saturday, October 15, 2017, by appointment only, WP Have your student’s headshot taken by Teresa Castracane. As an actress herself, Teresa understands how to put you at ease and help you to project your most relaxed and confident self into the lens. In A Snap mini headshot sessions are a fantastic way to get a professional headshot for your ever-growing, ever-changing student without breaking the bank. Each rapid fire 10 minute session will yield a portfolio of photos from which to choose. Photo proofs will be provided digitally and retouching of one photo is included in this package. Participant fee: $60
Call 301.251.5766 or visit www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org to learn more.
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STAGE A STAYCATION
SCHOOL’S OUT Grades K–5 | 9am–4pm | Glen Echo Park, MD
School is out, but the office is still open…What to do? Hire a sitter? Forget about that! Send your kids to come play at Adventure Theatre MTC. Your kids will thank you! Flex spending receipts available upon request.
WINTER BREAK: DECEMBER 26–29, 2017
CLASS NAME School’s Out
GRADE
DAYS
TIME
TUITION
K–5
Tues–Fri
9am–4pm
250*
*Includes a performance of Frosty the Snow Man.
SPRING BREAK: MARCH 26–30, 2017
CLASS NAME School’s Out
GRADE
DAYS
TIME
TUITION
K–5
Mon–Fri
9am–4pm
275**
**Includes a performance of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad, Day GE: 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812
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SCHOLARSHIP STUDENT’S STORY MEET CARLOS CASTILLO, SUCCESSFUL ALUMNUS I am a rising Junior Acting Major at Rider University. Last year, I appeared in three Rider productions; the Gershwin’s Of Thee I Sing, Inherit the Wind, and Gallathea, which we took to the Dionysus Festival in Croatia this past Spring! Professionally, I have performed in various readings in the Kennedy Center’s New Visions and Page to Stage festivals, including the premier of JJ’s Arcade, Altar Boyz at the Off Broadstreet theater in Hopewell, New Jersey, and I am currently spending my summer understudying for Wonderland: Alice’s Rock & Roll Adventure and instructing the talented campers at Adventure Theatre MTC’s Summer Musical Theatre Camp at the Atlas Performing Arts Center and the Department of Recreation in Silver Spring. The main thing I learned from my time at ATMTC was how to carry myself with a sense of professionalism at all times. Having the experience of keeping myself on a strict schedule, getting to rehearsal early, and studying my craft constantly has prepared me very well for the college and professional world. Additionally, studying at ATMTC led to many of the connections I have with other people working in the theatre scene. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity that ATMTC gave me to be a scholarship student, and for introducing me to the world of professional theatre!
Did you know? No student is ever turned away from ATMTC Academy for their inability to pay. To find out more about applying for scholarships, visit ATMTC Academy online at www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org or call 301.251.5766. To make a contribution toward scholarship students, contact our Director of Development, Kathryn Hnatio Vicere at 301.251.5766.
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2017/18 ACADEMY CALENDAR JUNE 2017 June 2, 2017
Fall 17 Registration opens
JULY 2017 July 8, 2017
Pre-Professional Program 17/18 Auditions
WP
July 30, 2017
Pre-Professional Program 17/18 Auditions
WP
Pre-Professional Program 17/18 Auditions
WP
September 6
Pre-Professional Program 17/18 Student/Parent Conferences
WP
September 8
2017–2018 Fall Open House
WP
September 9
Pre-Professional Program 17/18 Student/Parent Conferences
WP
September 16
Pre-Professional Program begins
WP
September 16
Student Production HAIRSPRAY Callbacks
WP
September 18,
Fall 17 Elementary Program & Conservatory begins
GE/WP
October 7
Fall Pre-Professional Parent Community Meeting
WP
October 7
Smart Stage Parent Workshop
WP
October 15
In-a-Snap Headshots
WP
October 23
Winter 18 Registration opens (Elementary Program)
WP/GE
October 23–28
Bring-a-Friend Week
WP/GE
November 12
Pre-Professional Program Bus to Broadway Day Trip
WP
November 13–18
Fall 17 Classes Make-Up Week (Elementary Program)
WP
November 20–25
NO CLASSES- Fall 17 Break
WP/GE
November 27
Winter 17–18 classes begin (Elementary Program)
WP/GE
December 18–23
Fall 17 Classes Make-Up Week (Conservatory)
WP
December 25–January 1
NO CLASSES- Winter 17 Break
WP/GE
December 26
Student Production HAIRSPRAY 1st Rehearsal
WP
December 26–29
School's Out! Winter Break Workshop (Winter Break)*
GE
AUGUST 2017 August 17, 2017
SEPTEMBER 2017
OCTOBER 2017
NOVEMBER 2017
DECEMBER 2017
WP: Wintergreen Plaza, 837-D Rockville Pike, Rockville MD, 20852 GE: 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo MD, 20812 JCC: JCC of Greater Washington, 6125 Montrose Road. Rockville, MD 20852
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JANUARY 2018 January 1
NO CLASSES or REHEARSAL- New Years Day (Observed)
WP/GE
January 8–13
Winter 18 Open House/Bring-a-Friend Week (Elementary Program)
WP
January 26–28
Student Production: HAIRSPRAY Performances
GE
January 29–February 3 Winter 18 Classes Make-Up Week (Elementary Program)
WP
FEBRUARY 2018 February 1
Pre-Professional Program Student/Parent Conferences
WP
February 5
Spring18 classes begin
WP/GE
February 23
Pre-Professional Company Winter Cabaret
GE
MARCH 2018 March 25– April 1
NO CLASSES -Spring 18 Break
March 26–30
School's Out! Spring Break Workshop (Spring Break)*
GE
April 14
Spring 18 Pre-Professional & Summer Open House
WP
April 20
SMTTP Scholarship Auditions
WP
May 10
SMTTP Scholarship Auditions
WP
May 10
Spring 18 Academy Voice Recital
WP
May 18
Spotlight: A Pre-Professional Music Revue
JCC
June 18–29
Summer Musical Theatre Camp (SMTC): Session I
WP/GE
June 25
Fall 18 Registration opens
June 25–July 13
SMTTP Session I: Contemporary Study w/NYC Bus Trip
WP
July 2–13
Summer Musical Theatre Camp (SMTC): Session II
GE
July 7
Pre-Professional Program 18/19 Auditions
WP
July 16–27
Summer Musical Theatre Camp (SMTC): Session III
GE
July 29
Pre-Professional Program 18/19 Auditions
WP
July 16–August 12
SMTTP Session 2: Les Misérables (School Edition)
WP/GE
July 30–August 10
Summer Musical Theatre Camp (SMTC): Session IV
GE
August 13–24
Summer Musical Theatre Camp (SMTC): Session V
GE
August 16
Pre-Professional Program 18/19 Auditions
WP
APRIL 2018
MAY 2018
JUNE 2018
JULY 2018
AUGUST 2018
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Don’t miss our 66th Professional Season!
How I Became a Pirate
September 22–October 22, 2017 Based on the book by Melinda Long and Illustrated by David Shannon Directed by Jenny Male Recommended for all ages
Frosty the Snow Man
November 17 – December 31, 2017 Directed by Jason Schlafstein Recommended for all ages
A World Premiere Play
Tinker Bell
June 22 – August 20, 2018 Based on the works of Sir J. M. Barrie Adapted for the stage by Patrick Flynn Directed by Nick Olcott Recommended for all ages
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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day February 9 – March 31, 2018 Based on the book by Judith Viorst and illustrated by Ray Cruz Directed by Cara Gabriel Recommended for all ages
A World Premiere Play supported in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt April 20 – June 3, 2018 Adapted for the stage by Allison Gregory Based on the books by Megan McDonald and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. Published by Candlewick Press, Inc. Part of a 7 theatre co-comission Directed by Mitchell Hébert Recommended for ages 4+
Become one of our favorite adventurers! Save $50 on tickets and fees with a Flexpass! A Flexpass is a book of 10 pre-purchased discount tickets to see any mainstage professional production on any date you choose. Call 301.634.2270 to purchase or redeem.
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ACADEMY
Friday, September 8, 2017 | 5:30pm–8:30pm
OPEN HOUSE New to ATMTC? Our fantastic faculty and staff will provide tours, an overview of our curriculum, and provide mini-classes. Onsite registrations for a fall class during the open house. Try us out before classes start on September 18th!
www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org GLEN ECHO PARK 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 WINTERGREEN PLAZA 837–D Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20852