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Monday, May 31, 2021

News: Annapolis Shakespeare Company to rebrand as ‘Classic Theatre of Maryland’ by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Starting June 1, we’re changing our name to Classic Theatre of Maryland to reflect our vision to be THE destination for the classics in the State of Maryland. We’re going live this summ…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:41PM
Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Cappies Review: ‘Working’ at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Review submitted by Mattie Nguyen of Washington-Liberty High School. St. Andrew’s Episcopal School’s spring musical, “Working,” brought new life to the screen of digital high school…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:35PM
Wednesday, May 19, 2021

The Center for the Arts at George Mason University Announced a Full Lineup of In-Person Performances for the 2021/2022 ‘Great Performances At Mason by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:KRISTIN CHENOWETH, DIANNE REEVES, THE CHIEFTAINS,JERUSALEM QUARTET WITH PINCHAS ZUKERMAN & AMANDA FORSYTH, ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA WITH KIAN SOLTANI, CIRQUE ÉLOI…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:30AM

NEWS: D.C.’s National Theatre Announces Broadway at the National 2021-2022 Season by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

TOOTSIEPRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICALCOME FROM AWAYHAIRSPRAY Plus, subscribers receive first access to season specials:ALTON BROWN: BEYOND THE EATSHOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMASRENT – THE 25TH …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:14AM
Monday, May 10, 2021

NEWS: Virginia Opera Announces 2021-2022 Season Plans by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Launching with an unprecedented production of Wagner’s Das Rheingold at Topgolf, Virginia Opera’s return to live performance includes La Bohème, Three Decembers, The Marriage of Figaro,…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:32AM

NEWS: Strathmore Announces New Open-Air Summer Concert Series by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

  Full season of concerts kicks off at the new Patio Stage on the Music Center’s Trawick Terrace Opening May 30 with jazz icon Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Sep…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:30AM
Monday, April 26, 2021

News: Peter Kjome to Conclude BSO Tenure Following Remarkable Turnaround of the Orchestra by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Transition Takes Place at a Time of Great Momentum, Progress, and Strength After leading a highly successful turnaround of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, President and CEO Peter Kjome has…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:18PM
Tuesday, April 6, 2021

News: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Announces Details of Their 2021-22 Season: ‘A Season of Discovery’ by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

On April 6 via Zoom webinar, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra  (BSO) unveiled details of its 2021-22  “A Season of Discovery,” including the return of live, in-person performances …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:07AM
Monday, April 5, 2021

News: Broadway Opened Its Doors to Audiences for the First Time in More Than a Year as Part of the Ongoing Statewide Arts Initiative, NY PopsUp by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Three-time Tony Award Winner Nathan Lane and Tony Award Winner Savion Glover performed on the stage of the St. James Theatre. The audience consisted primarily of frontline workers at the Act…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:04PM
Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Ballet Theatre of Maryland Builds ‘Momentum’ Through Streamed and In-Person Performances by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

April 17, 30, and May 1, 2021, BTM celebrates a season of innovation and hope through audience-favorite repertory, four new works, and a North American premiere. Demonstrating what a nimble …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:40PM

News: Three Howard University Theater Artists Investigate the Black Artist Experience in Web Series presented by Young Playwrights’ Theater by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

This spring, the latest installment of Young Playwrights’ Theater’s (YPT) social justice performance series will be a three-part web series exploring the complexities of race in theater …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:41PM
Friday, March 19, 2021

News: NEA Webinar Explores Best Practices for Reopening Arts Venues (from the National Endowment of the Arts website) by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Special Guest Dr. Anthony S. Fauci Offers Remarks Washington DC—How arts organizations can reopen their venues in 2021 is the topic of a webinar presented by the National Endowment for the…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 05:25PM
Tuesday, March 9, 2021

News: Rapid Lemon Productions set to reopen theater at Baltimore’s Motor House by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

  The resident theater company at Motor House, Rapid Lemon Productions will return to the venue May 7-23 with the world premiere of Derek Lee McPhatter’s “Serious Adverse Effects,” di…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:53AM
Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Concert News: BSO Honors Marin Alsop’s Historic 14 Years as Music Director by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

BSO Encore Series on WBJC Radio, Multi-Week Festival, and Free Gala Broadcast with Renée Fleming Highlights of Celebratory Plans BALTIMORE (March 2, 2021) – The Baltimore Symphony Orchest…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:23PM
Saturday, February 27, 2021

NEWS: Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s THE MONUMENT PROJECT kicks off arts activism campaign to benefit education program by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Baltimore theater company features black actors — in costume – on former Confederate statue plinths in the city. DATE: Wednesday, February 24 TIME: 10 a.m. PLACE: Chesapeake Shakespeare …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:45PM
Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Celebrate International Commedia dell’Arte Day 2021 on February 25 with Faction of Fools Theatre Company by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Join Faction of Fools Theatre Company, DC’s Commedia dell’Arte theatre company, on Thursday, February 25th for an all day virtual soirée celebrating International Commedia dell’Arte D…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:50PM
Monday, February 1, 2021

News: Lynne Menefee, new publisher of MD Theatre Guide by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

On February 1, Mark Beachy, publisher and founder of MD Theatre Guide, hands over the reins to Lynne Menefee, a longtime writer, review assignment scheduler, and assistant editor for the gui…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:30PM
Monday, January 18, 2021

Theatre News: The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater presents Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater presents the first MainStage show of their 2021 Season: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde. This thrilling and suspenseful version of the classic story …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:18PM
Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Theatre News: Banish Mid-Winter Blues with Arts on the Green by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

 It may be the dead of winter but you can banish the winter blues with arts and culture!  The Arts Barn and Kentlands Mansion continue to stream live cultural arts programming that you can…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:04PM
Monday, January 11, 2021

News: Founder and Publisher of MD Theatre Guide, Mark Beachy, Retires by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Founder and Publisher of MD Theatre Guide, Mark Beachy, is retiring from his position in order to accept a new career opportunity. The popular online performing arts news magazine will conti…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:00PM
Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Theatre News: Monumental Theatre Company to Present BYOB a Virtual Fundraiser by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

 On Sunday, December 6th at noon, Monumental Theatre Company willhost a virtual brunch fundraiser. ​BYOB​ will feature performances from Monumental favorites and the introduction of the…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:37PM
Monday, November 16, 2020

Theatre News: Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC to present virtual concert The Holiday Show by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC (GMCW) is pleased to announce the second concert of their 2020-2021 40th Anniversary Season. The season will continue with a virtual version of their…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:44PM
Sunday, November 15, 2020

Theatre News: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS at Toby’s A musical celebration of the season! by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

We are so excited to welcome you back “home” to Toby’s for an uplifting and joyous celebration of the holidays featuring many of your favorite Toby’s performers. The theatre will be …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:06PM
Saturday, November 14, 2020

Theatre News: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS at Toby’s A musical celebration of the season! by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

We are so excited to welcome you back “home” to Toby’s for an uplifting and joyouscelebration of the holidays featuring many of your favorite Toby’s performers.The theatre will be de…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:49PM
Wednesday, November 11, 2020

Theatre News: Celebrate the Holidays with Arts on the Green by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

   The weather outside may be frightful, but Arts on the Green offers delightful programming for the season, including virtual options that will allow you to celebrate the holidays from th…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:59AM
Friday, November 6, 2020

Theatre News: Peace Mountain Theatre Company Presents a COVID Roundtable November 15, 2020 by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

To provide a forum for discussion and guidance on issues relating to children and COVID, PMTC Artistic Director Laurie T. Freed has gathered together an expert panel of area health professio…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:34PM
Monday, November 2, 2020

Music News: Susquehanna Symphony Shares Music During Covid by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

                                   Photos by Tracey Grumbach  October 24 “A Salute to Europe” – Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra Sheldon Bair, Founder and Music Direct…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:59PM
Friday, October 23, 2020

Theatre News: GALA Hispanic Theatre presents El Perro del Hortelano by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

    Having implemented strict safety precautions in keeping with the Mayor’s plan,, GALA is proud to open its 45th Anniversary Season, with The Dog in the Manger (El perro del Hortelano)…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:39PM
Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Theatre News: Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC to present virtual cabaret Losing My Mind: A Celebration of Sondheim by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC (GMCW) is pleased to announce the first concert of their 2020-2021 40th Anniversary Season. The season will open with a virtual cabaret entitled Lo…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:24PM
Saturday, September 19, 2020

Theatre News: Theatre Washington has Virtual Event on Friday, September 25, 2020 by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Register Now for the Event on September 25! About the 2020 Helen Hayes Awards The 36th annual Helen Hayes Awards will be celebrated over four weeks as a series of virtual events–both indiv…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:16PM
Friday, September 18, 2020

Theatre News: Solas Nua Presents a Series of Digital Plays by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Celebrating Solas Nua’s 15th anniversary, the DC based Irish arts organization has commissioned a series of digital plays from African-American playwright Jeremy Keith Hunter and Irish pla…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:51PM

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