The Death of Walt Disney
A Public Reading of an Unproduced Screenplay about
THE DEATH OF WALT DISNEY
By Lucas Hnath
Directed by Genevieve de Mahy & Matthew Shea
A Public Reading of an Unproduced Screenplay about
THE DEATH OF WALT DISNEY
By Lucas Hnath
Directed by Genevieve de Mahy & Matthew Shea
A Disappearing Act
By Single Shoe Productions
February 22 – 25
The great magician, Philip Winterbottom, cordially requests your presence for his final act. Sadly, he’s dead. So…he won’t be there. But, he’s left his son and assistant very clear instructions. Join Philip’s family and friends for one final disappearing act.
With exuberant music, magic and more than a healthy dose of audience participation, A Disappearing Act celebrates the absurd, and sometimes awkward, rituals we use to say goodbye to the ones we love.
Ride with BTM on a magic carpet ride to mystery, intrigue, and dark desert nights, when BTM presents: Aladdin. You will find adventure with Aladdin and his mystical Genie from the Lamp of Wonders as they seek to: overthrow the dark sinister plot of the Wizard Jamal; rescue the feisty Princess Samira; and save her kingdom from doom and destruction as Aladdin discovers his true identity.
Contact: Dianna Cuatto
410-263-8289 or at [email protected]
Ballet Theatre of Maryland, Maryland’s Premier professional ballet company
Katt Williams is scheduled to perform in Baltimore for his comedy tour special. He will hit the stage at the Royal Farms Arena on February 23, 2018. The show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are on sale. Follow the link to buy Katt Williams tickets now.
A history-making production of Othello in 1833 will shock London audiences and reverberate through history to influence theatre today. Red Velvet, by Lolita Chakrabarti, takes audiences backstage to witness the London debut of the trailblazing African-American actor Ira Aldridge as Shakespeare’s tragic Venetian general. He was the first man of color to play the role at an influential European theatre. Based on a true story, the play captures the emotion of the times and the drama both on stage and off surrounding this revolution in the theatre.
The Charm City Django Jazz Fest returns for another weekend of virtuosic musicianship, collaboration, and goose bump inducing surprises, all in the spirit of Django Reinhardt.
MICA's Faculty and Staff Queer Alliance (FASQA) presents the third annual gender performance show. The show is a fundraiser for the FASQA scholarship award, which provides needs-based assistance to MICA students. The show will feature Baltimore Queens and Kings: Miss Sue Nami, Chris Jay, Dee Dee Dereon, and Monet Dupree, along with MICA staff and students performing in drag. Image: Miss Sue Nami.
THIS IS OUR YOUTH
By KENNETH LONERGAN
Directed by JOHN ASTIN
The John Astin Theatre and the Program in Theatre Arts & Studies present Kenneth Lonergan's THIS IS OUR YOUTH, directed by John Astin.
MICA's Faculty and Staff Queer Alliance (FASQA) presents the third annual gender performance show. The show is a fundraiser for the FASQA scholarship award, which provides need-based assistance to MICA students. The show will feature Baltimore Queens and Kings: Miss Sue Nami, Chris Jay, Dee Dee Dereon, and Monet Dupree, along with MICA staff and students performing in drag.
Based on a classic game where YOU are the detective, this new original comic farce gathers a group of colorful suspects at the scene of the crime to be. As the evening unfolds in an homage to the great American detective movies of the past, dark secrets are divulged, motives are revealed, red herrings are abound, and the body count rises as the hilarious action spirals into a climactic whodunit determined by you, the audience playing the 4D game, resulting in a different surprise ending every night.
Count Down
By Dominique Cieri
Directed by Bari Hochwald
February 15 - March 4, 2018
With stories as our guide, young actors utilize narrative structure as a story map for dramatic journey. Identifying key elements of each tale, bringing characters to life, and using the conflicts and themes for independent and group creation, each class features a new tale to tackle! Using all elements of the performing arts from dance, music, drama, and design, this class excites imaginations. The final class Story Explorers share highlights of their travels for family and friends. This session—Character Circus: Favorite characters collide in this one-of-a-kind circus!
With stories as our guide, young actors utilize narrative structure as a story map for dramatic journey. Identifying key elements of each tale, bringing characters to life, and using the conflicts and themes for independent and group creation, each class features a new tale to tackle! Using all elements of the performing arts from dance, music, drama, and design, this class excites imaginations. The final class Story Explorers share highlights of their travels for family and friends. This session—Character Circus: Favorite characters collide in this one-of-a-kind circus!
Creative Alliance presents
JUNIOR BACHATA & SALSA con Ms. Johana!
Special dance class for youth ages 8-15 years old. Colombian salsa and bachata instructor, Johana, brings a smile to your face and energy to your hips. Classes are fun and choreographed towards a public performance! Adult class follows at 11:30am-12:30pm.
The Maryland Center for the Arts with Music Land in Bel Air present a free master class with BSO trumpeter Rene Hernandez for students, grades 4-12, at 11:00am, followed by a concert by Mr. Hernandez at noon. Part of a series of master classes and concerts organized by BSO violist Peter Minkler, this is a rare opportunity to interact with some of the region's premier musicians in a casual atmosphere. Bring your coffee for a relaxed morning of music!
As part of its month-long celebration of African American history and culture, Lexington Market will host a free February Concert Series featuring some of Baltimore’s most established and up and coming musicians. The live concerts take place in the Market’s Arcade from noon to 2 pm on Saturdays: February 3 (Black Magic Blues Mission), February 10 (Rosegold Experience), February 17 (The Rise Band), and February 24 (David Cole).
Samson Schmiit has established himself as one of the top virtuoso guitar players in of the Django Reinhardt gypsy Jazz music. Taught by his father,the legendary Dorodo Schmitt, Samson is heir to a deep legacy of hot gypsy Jazz
Samson, backed by festival all-stars will demonstrate the Gypsy treatment of harmony, scales, chords and rhythm ( la ‘pompe’), techniques developed over many years of touring with his father and teaching numerous workshops around the world. Workshop participants will have the opportunity to play along with Samson.
HCC Piano Faculty Sangmi Yoon, Clarinet Faculty Kyle Coughlin, Cello Faculty Katy I-Hsuan Chiang, and HCC alumna Haerin Jee will present a fun evening of duos and trios for violin, cello, clarinet, and piano.
Rhythm Future Quartet’s acclaimed guitarist Olli Soikelli will walk students though a standard Gypsy jazz tune along with various classic licks and phrases in the guitar style of DjangoReinhardt. You will also learn the correct chord voicings and picking technique used within the style to help you get that authentic Gypsy sound.
Skill Level: Appropriate for all skill levels
SUN FEB 25 | 2PM-3:30PM | $30, $25 MEMBERS