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Monday, November 18, 2013

Theatre Review: ‘The King and I’ at Olney Theatre Center by Mark Beachy

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King and I has been entertaining audiences for over 60 years, opening on Broadway March 29, 1951, starring Gertrude Lawrence as Anna and Yul Brynner as t…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 05:28PM
Friday, November 15, 2013

Theatre News: Interview with Sheldon Scott by Mark Beachy

Sheldon Scott is currently performing in Shrimp & Griots at fallFringe. It is about a sweet boy’s story of the bitter South and the animated characters informing his coming-of-age…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 04:43PM
Thursday, November 7, 2013

Theatre Review: ‘Little Women’ at St. Gabriel’s Miracle Players by Mark Beachy

“Jo’s ambition was to do something very splendid; what it was she had no idea, as yet, but left it for time to tell her…” Jo is the central character in the classic novel Little…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:55PM
Friday, September 20, 2013

News: MD Theatre Guide Interviews Ed Asner by Mark Beachy

Ed Asner, also known as Lou Grant in TV’s iconic series The Mary Tyler Moore Show, is in town at the Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention in Hunt Valley, MD to meet and greet his fans. At…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 10:36PM
Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Top 5 Shows of The Week by Mark Beachy

1. Animal Crackers at Center Stage “a rip-roaring escape from normalcy.” -Steve Charing, MD Theatre Guide READ Steve Charing’s review. Synopsis: The toe-tapping, knee-sla…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 05:52AM
Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Top 5 Shows of The Week by Mark Beachy

1. Les Misérables at Toby’s Dinner Theatre of Columbia “Without a doubt, Les Misérables is the most ambitious musical ever produced at Toby’s.” -Mark Beachy, MD Theatre Gu…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 03:01PM
Monday, September 9, 2013

News: Netcast News with Andy Zajac about NY Theatre Guide and MD Theatre Guide by Mark Beachy

VIDEO:  This report on Netcast News talks about the launch of NY Theatre Guide on September 9, 2013.  Host Andy Zajac also talks about the MD Theatre Guide. About Reporter Andy Zajac 26 ye…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:48AM
Friday, August 30, 2013

Concert Review: Josh Groban at Wolf Trap by Mark Beachy

Classical crossover singer Josh Groban recently made his debut at Wolf Trap to a sold-out crowd. Groban spoke to the audience about his debut at Wolf Trap saying, “This is a real treat…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:11PM
Tuesday, August 27, 2013

News: Playwright Mark Scharf on His Recently Published Adaptation of ‘Frankenstein’ by Mark Beachy

On August 17 it was all smiles at the party celebrating the publication of local playwright Mark Scharf’s adaptation of Frankenstein. Written for the Twin Beach Players, Mr. Scharf is…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:56PM
Sunday, August 25, 2013

News: MD Theatre Guide Review Philosophy by Mark Beachy

Have you ever seen or not seen a play based upon a review?  Do you find yourself agreeing with our reviews or disagreeing?  This also brings the question of why do plays get reviewed in th…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 02:19PM
Saturday, August 17, 2013

News: Interview with F. Scott Black by Mark Beachy

F. Scott Black is a Baltimore icon and has made an enormous impact on our theatre community. In 1972 Mr. Black founded the Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre.  Each summer, on the campus of C…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:12PM
Thursday, August 15, 2013

Theatre Review: ‘Les Misérables’ at Toby’s Dinner Theatre of Columbia by Mark Beachy

For over 30 years Toby’s Dinner Theatre of Columbia has been serving up a sumptuous buffet with professional shows performed ‘in-the-round.’ Now in production through Nove…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 06:00PM
Thursday, August 8, 2013

Cabaret Review: Cabaret at Germano’s Presents David Morrocco in ‘Quirky Love Songs’ by Mark Beachy

In the heart of Baltimore’s Little Italy sits Germano’s Trattoria, which is famous for their Tuscan and other regional Italian cooking.  What makes Germano’s even more del…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 01:43PM
Saturday, August 3, 2013

Theatre Review: ‘Me and My Girl’ at Cockpit in Court by Mark Beachy

If modern musicals like Rent and Spring Awakening aren’t your cup of tea, then Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre’s production of Me and My Girl is sure to satisfy and is jolly g…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 01:00PM
Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Top 5 Shows of The Week by Mark Beachy

1. Dr. Seuss’s Cat in the Hat at Adventure Theatre MTC “Adventure Theatre, MTC has done it again – ‘Dr. Suess’s Cat in the Hat’ is another supreme production that is an hono…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 11:51AM
Thursday, July 25, 2013

Theatre Review: ‘The Wiz’ at Montgomery College Summer Dinner Theatre by Mark Beachy

Long before there was Harry Potter, children were reading The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.  The classic book by L. Frank Baum has been adapted into several movies and plays, including The Wi…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 11:26AM
Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Top 5 Shows of The Week by Mark Beachy

1. Salomé by Scena Theatre at the Atlas Performing Arts Center “…for the aesthetically adventurous it is one of the most rewarding stage experiences to be had this summer.” -…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 03:13AM
Friday, July 19, 2013

News: MD Theatre Guide Mobile App Released for iphone at iTunes App Store by Mark Beachy

The MD Theatre Guide is pleased to announce that the MD Theatre Guide mobile app has just been released for iphone  and is featured in the iTunes App Store exposing the MD Theatre Guide to …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 07:00AM

News: ‘Legal Tender’ at Capital Fringe Video Promo by Mark Beachy

VIDEO:  Legal Tender at Capital Fringe video promo.  Click here to read the review or here for ticket information.

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 02:21AM
Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Top 5 Shows of The Week by Mark Beachy

1. The Wiz at Montgomery College Summer Dinner Theatre “Summer fun entertainment for the entire family!” -Mark Beachy, MD Theatre Guide Synopsis: A boisterous and exuberant upda…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 02:47AM
Tuesday, July 9, 2013

News: “New York Theatre Guide” Song by Mark Beachy

VIDEO: “New York Theatre Guide” song. Performed by NY Singer/Songwriter Suzi Lindner. Music by Suzi Lindner. Lyrics by Mark Beachy. This song describes what is featured on the website, N…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:00PM
Monday, July 8, 2013

News: MD Theatre Guide Mobile App Released on Android and Featured in Google Play Store by Mark Beachy

The MD Theatre Guide is pleased to announce that the MD Theatre Guide mobile app has just been released on Android and is featured in the Google Play Store exposing the MD Theatre Guide to m…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 01:40PM
Sunday, July 7, 2013

News: Fourth of July Kickoff Celebration: The ‘Stitching History’ Star Spangled Banner Project Begins! by Mark Beachy

VIDEO: The video features the Fort McHenry Fife and Drum Corp, the Mayor of Baltimore sewing the ‘first stitch’ on the flag at Fort McHenry as part of the ‘Stitching Histo…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 07:00AM
Friday, July 5, 2013

Concert Review: Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers Featuring Edie Brickell at Wolf Trap by Mark Beachy

Steve Martin is not just a “wild and crazy” guy from Saturday Night Live.  He is also an accomplished “wild and crazy” musician. Now on tour playing bluegrass music …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 08:00PM
Thursday, June 27, 2013

Top 5 Shows of The Week by Mark Beachy

1. Medea at Mobtown Players “Directors Melissa O’Brien, Caitlin Bouxsein, and Tara Cariaso have taken something very old and done something very new with it, and done it extremely w…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 01:00PM
Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Theatre Review: ‘The Pajama Game’ at Montgomery College Summer Dinner Theatre by Mark Beachy

Some college students this summer are taking “Multivariable Calculus,” “Organic Chemistry,” or even a course called (I kid you not) “How to Watch Movies.”…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 05:40PM
Friday, June 21, 2013

Concert Review: Harry Connick Jr. ‘Every Man Should Know’ Tour at The Lyric by Mark Beachy

Winner of 3 Grammy awards, 2 Emmy Awards, and 2 Tony nominations, Harry Connick Jr. chose to perform the very first night of his ‘Every Man Should Know’ Tour at The Lyric in Bal…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:00PM
Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Theatre Review: ‘The 49th Annual Music Hall’ at The British Players by Mark Beachy

Similar to American vaudeville, British Music Hall entertainment is a mixture of song, comedy, and specialty acts.  Though vaudeville ended in America in the 1930s and Music Hall ended in …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:00PM
Thursday, June 6, 2013

News: Maryland Theatre Guide Celebrates 2 Year Anniversary by Mark Beachy

In June of 2011, Maryland Theatre Guide officially launched as a company featuring original online reviews, articles, and videos.  The MD Theatre Guide also serves as a resource where theat…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 10:53PM
Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Top 5 Shows of The Week by Mark Beachy

1. Company at Signature Theatre “…straight forward and honest… needs to go on your run don’t walk list.” -Elliot Lanes, MD Theatre Guide READ Elliot Lanes’ review. Sy…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:30PM
Friday, May 31, 2013

Theatre Scrapbook: Theatre Project Rehearsal from 1976 by Mark Beachy

Founded in 1971 by Philip Arnoult, Theatre Project serves as a performance venue for local performing artists and theatre companies in Baltimore City. Known as “Baltimore’s Free …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:00PM

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