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Welcome to Artist Alley,
Washington County Arts Council's electronic newsletter. We hope this publication will engage you with the arts in your community.
WCAC welcomes your ideas and support as it continues to take the lead in bringing together the community's art organizations to strengthen our region's arts culture.
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February 2019 Exhibit
9th Annual Art Washington County Art Educators exhibit continues through February 26, 2019.
This exhibit is sponsored in part by The Mary K. Bowman Historical and Fine Arts Fund of the Community Foundation of Washington County MD.
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March 2019 Exhibit
The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. is pleased to host
Shepherd University Visual Collective: Unity
and
Marie B. De Amicis: Vagabondage
during March 2019.
The exhibits open with a reception to meet the artists on
Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 5pm to 7pm at the Washington County Arts Council Gallery, 34 S Potomac Street in downtown Hagerstown. An artist talk with Marie B. De Amicis will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 and the Visual Art Collective Artist Talk will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Both talks which will
provide another opportunity
to speak with the artists and learn about their process, techniques and the meaning behind their works
will be held at the gallery from 2pm until 4pm.
The exhibits continues through March 26, 2019.
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Representatives from local art organizations joined other
arts advocates from across the State for
Maryland Arts Day in Annapolis on February 14, 2019.
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Pictured (left to right)
Judy Ditto (Maryland Symphony Orchestra); Wallace Lee (Washington County Museum of Fine Arts); Rebecca Massie Lane (Washington County Museum of Fine Arts); Delegate Mike McKay; Delegate William Wivell; Delegate Paul Corderman; Tereance Moore (Maryland Symphony Orchestra); Stefanie Basalik (Washington County Historical Society); Katherine Woolsey (Maryland Symphony Orchestra); Mary Anne Burke (Washington County Arts Council); Emily Socks (Maryland Symphony Orchestra); Kathyrn Gratton (Arts Alliance Of Greater Waynesboro); and Al Martin (Washington County Museum of Fine Arts).
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Pictured (left to right)
Al Martin; Delegate Neil Parrot; Wallace Lee; Mary Anne Burke; and Rebecca Massie Lane
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Pictured (left to right)
Judy Ditto; Wallace Lee; Sam Wallace (staff, Senator Andrew Serafini); Delegate Paul Corderman; Tereance Moore; Stefanie Basalik; Katherine Woolsey; Mary Anne Burke; Al Martin; Rebecca Massie Lane; Kathyrn Gratton; and Emily Socks.
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Congratulations
Congratulations to the winners of the Washington County Arts Council, Inc. Awards in the 2019 Cumberland Valley exhibitions hosted by the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. The annual juried awards are open to all Washington County residents.
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Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition
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Carare Sunset
, 2017 by Thom Davis, Keedysville, MD
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Cumberland Valley
Photographers
Exhibition
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Layers
by Jonathan Pentz, Hagerstown, MD
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An opportunity to showcase your 2-D visual art
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EXTENDED DEADLINE: February 28, 2019 @ 4pm EST
USM-H Health Sciences Center
Call for Artists
The University System of Maryland at Hagerstown (USMH), in partnership with the Washington County Arts Council (WCAC), is pleased to announce a call for 2-D art for the new USMH Health Sciences Center. USMH is a regional higher education center offering more than 20 programs of study from six Maryland universities on one campus in downtown Hagerstown. The new center will be in the H.W. Murphy Community Health Center at 24 N Walnut Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 on the second and third floors.
Washington County Arts Council
ATTN: Gallery Manager
34 S. Potomac St, Suite 100
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
(301) 791-3132
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Artist (left to right): Carol Miller; and Phil Grove
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“RECIPE FOR ROMANCE”
presented by Valley Art Association
Valley Art Association members exhibit on the theme of “Recipe for Romance”
February 1-24, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 11 am to 4 pm, Sunday 1 to 5 pm.
Free admission
Mansion House Gallery
501 Highland Way, City Park
Hagerstown, MD
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Closing reception for
Hagerstown artist Thomas Dade
Saturday, February 23, 5-9 pm
Engine Room Art Space
36 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown
(240) 675-5965
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Washington County Historical Society presents “Our Sundays in the Salon” on Sunday February 24, 2019 featuring
“Made in Washington County”
The Golden Age of Industry in Our County
What do you need? Furniture for every room in your home? A bicycle, a wagon, an automobile, a truck? Bricks or cement for a new structure? Clothes for any season? Perhaps uniquely designed farm implements such as a watering trough that can withstand winter freezing or a device to remove hair from hogs during slaughtering? How about an organ that can fill a large church with magnificent music? Or a state-of-the-art tennis court?
Noted local author and historian, Dr. Robert Savitt will discuss the rich history of industry in Washington County from its early days to modern time as the Washington County Historical Society presents its series of
Sundays in the Salon
lectures.
From the late 1800s to the mid-twentieth century, citizens of Washington County could acquire any of these items and more without venturing across county lines. And, while many of our manufacturing companies are no longer with us, some of Washington County’s storied enterprises are thriving to this day.
The February Sundays in the Salon
presenter, Dr. Robert Savitt, is is Past President and current member of the Washington County Historical Society Board of Directors. Dr. Davitt holds a Ph.D. from Georgetown University, has served in the U.S. Departments of Defense and State, and was Legislative Director for a U.S. Senator. He is the author of two books on local history and numerous articles on a variety of subjects.
Refreshments will be served. Seating is limited. Get your tickets today!
Tickets are $15 ($10 for members) and are available for purchase online or by visiting the offices of the Washington County Historical Society.
The Miller House
Washington County Historical Society
135 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740.
301-797-8782
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Valley Art Association hosts figure drawing sessions every Thursday 10 am to 1 pm at the Mansion House in City Park, Hagerstown. Professional female & male models are varied on a monthly schedule. VAA members as well as non-members are welcome. For more information call Elaine Wolfe at 304 754-5116 or
valleyartinfo@gmail.com
. The sketch at left was done by Elaine Wolfe.
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February Meeting
Valley Art Association will host its February meeting on February 27, 2019 at the mansion House.
The guest artist will be Ziggy Wolodkewitsch.
Mansion House Gallery
501 Highland Way, City Park
Hagerstown, MD
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Disney’s High School Musical On Stage!
The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater & Children’s Theater is proud to announce the first Theatre for Young Audiences production of their 2019 season: Disney’s High School Musical On Stage! directed by Shawn R. Martin. This show opens Saturday, January 26, at The Playhouse which is located at 44 North Potomac Street, Rear in the heart of Hagerstown's Arts and Entertainment District and City Center.
Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life on stage in Disney’s High School Musical! Troy, Gabriella, and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends, and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities.
Disney’s High School Musical On Stage! is for ages 3 and older! Tickets are $18 and include the show and kid-friendly lunch: all beef hot dog and chips, or a slice of oven baked cheese pizza and chips. Beverages and gratuity are not included.
Performance Dates: Saturday afternoons January 26 - March 16, 2019.
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"CUMBERLAND"
Valley Art Association members exhibit on the theme of “Cumberland”
Fridays & Saturdays 11 am to 4 pm. Sunday 1 to 5 pm. Free admission
Friday March 1
st
to Sunday March 31
st
Mansion House Gallery
501 Highland Way, City Park
Hagerstown, MD
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Maryland Entertainment Group presents
The Three Musketeers
March 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 2019 at 8 pm
March 9, 10, 16, 17, 2019 at 2 pm
Tickets are $20 General Admission, $15 Seniors (55+), $10 Students, HCC Students & Staff Free
Based on the novel by Alexandre Dumas, this swashbuckling adventure will take audiences on a journey to France where Athos, Porthos, Aramis and newcomer, D'artagnan fight for France. The novel has been recreated in various forms since its publication largely because of its examination of strong themes including: friendship, loyalty, courage, and triumph over evil.
Kepler Performing and Visual Arts Center
Hagerstown Community College
1400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742
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The Washington County Free Library
and The Maryland Theatre present
"Teens Have Talent."
Twenty teens from the Tri-State area will perform for a grand prize of $1,000 and a runner-up prize of $500. Be inspired and cheer for your favorites. Guest Master of Ceremonies will be Ryan Smetzer.
Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 7:00pm
f LIVE 96.7.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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Exploring & Creating Dynamic Watercolors with Mick Williams
Learn to work with watercolors, discover tips, tricks and techniques to create and build better paintings. Work on still life and landscapes, learn design and composition, color theory, depth, and how to exaggerate 3D space. This 6-week course is designed to educate students to control the medium and encourage personal expression.
Class Dates: Thursdays, Apr. 11 - May 16
Times: 1oam-Noon
Ages: 14-Adult
Registration Fee: $25* (will be applied to cost of class on first day)
Cost: $125 +$99-$155 supply kit (supplies may also be purchased separately)
Duration: 6 weeks
Teacher: Mick Williams
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The Berkeley Arts Council will offer a series of art classes taught by Judith Becker starting in March. Judith is an accomplished fine artist and experienced art instructor in several media. The classes are held at the Berkeley Art Works, 116 North Queen Street in Martinsburg. The current class schedule is:
Beginning Drawing Animals and Other Fauna
Thursdays March 7, 14, 21 and 28th; 1-4pm (Four weeks)
Lifting Your Art with Dynamic Design and Composition
Fridays March 8, 15, 22, 29; 1-4pm (Four weeks)
Beginning Watercolor Pencil Painting
Wednesdays April 4, 10, 17, 24; 1-4pm (Four weeks)
Painting All Types of Animals
Thursdays April 4, 11, 18, 25; 1-4pm (Four weeks)
4 in 1 class: Trees, Rocks, Textures, Backgrounds
Thursdays May 2, 9, 16, 23; 1-4pm (Four weeks)
Creative Approaches to Painting Landscapes
Fridays May 3, 10, 17, 24; (Four weeks)
For more information:
304-620-7277
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DEADLINE: March 15, 2019
Call for Films: Maryland International Film Festival – Hagerstown
High School Student Film Contest
Student Film Contest Rules:
- Theme: Produce a film of any subject.
- Scene selection requires teacher approval.
- Length: 3-7 minutes / Entry Deadline March 15, 2019.
- No excessive or gratuitous profanity, violence, or nudity.
- No racial, cultural, religious, or gender discrimination.
Submit through FilmFreeway using the link below and
use the code high school.
Maryland International Film Festival - Hagerstown
36 South Potomac Street, Suite 200
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(916) 712-2781
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Hagerstown Community Concert Association presents
The Malpass Brothers
Friday, March 1, 2019 • 7:30pm
Retro traditional country artists with magnetic personalities, Christopher and Taylor give new life to classic country music. Their smooth vocal blend, skillful musicianship and off-the-cuff quips are reminiscent of the country music legends to which they pay tribute. Performing hits by Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, Merle Haggard and others. Authentic down-home entertainment.
The Maryland Theatre
21-27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500
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The Maryland Theatre hosts
Eaglemania
The World’s Number One Eagles Tribute
Friday, March 8, 2019 • 7:30 pm
Eaglemania has evolved into a nationally touring tribute to The Eagles, performing to sold out audiences everywhere they go. Their music appeals to a wide variety of age groups, and the combination of heartfelt ballads, rock anthems laden with guitar harmonies, and the unmistakable sound of vocal harmonies as only the Eagles can do, has propelled the band for the past 40-plus years, positioning them as one of the most successful and popular bands in music history. Eaglemania performs all of the hits of the Eagles, as well as Don Henley, Glen Frey, and Joe Walsh's solo albums.
Their attention to detail and their ability to reproduce the Eagles exactly leaves their fans with an experience that they do not soon forget. People often remark that if they closed their eyes they would think they were listening to the actual Eagles live in concert. The band consists of an ensemble of veteran musicians whose goal is to faithfully reproduce the Eagle’s repertoire, music they love to sing and play, always committed to giving their audience a perfect show every time they take the stage.
The Maryland Theatre
21-27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500
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The Maryland Theatre presents
Rhythm of the Dance
Thursday, March 14, 2019 • 7:00pm
This two-hour dance and music extravaganza contains a wealth of Irish talent. The show is an inspiring epic, reliving the journey of the Irish Celts throughout history. Using modern art forms of dance and music, this richly costumed show marries the contemporary and the ancient. Combining traditional dance and music with the most up to date stage technology, the show is a thousand-year old story executed with all the advantages of the modern-day stage show.
Rhythm of the Dance has heralded a new era in Irish entertainment, internationally rated as one of the most popular and busiest Irish step dance shows in the world. Rhythm of the Dance aspires to a purity content preserving the traditions of Irish step dancing and yet presenting it in the most modern format that has made it a leader in its field.
The show features a live band, three tenors & some 22 dancers. Be sure to experience Rhythm of the Dance when it performs in a venue near you. You'll be very glad you did! 4.5 million fans can't be wrong!!
The Maryland Theatre
21-27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500
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Authentic Community Theatre presents
RENT
March 22 & 23, 2019 • 7:30pm
An inspiring musical about friends and artists struggling with addiction, poverty, AIDS and – most of all – love.
Set in the East Village of New York City,
Rent
is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama,
Rent
has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Based loosely on Puccini's
La Boheme
, Jonathan Larson's
Rent
follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York's Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. The physical and emotional complications of the disease pervade the lives of Roger, Mimi, Tom and Angel. Maureen deals with her chronic infidelity through performance art; her partner, Joanne, wonders if their relationship is worth the trouble. Benny has sold out his Bohemian ideals in exchange for a hefty income and is on the outs with his former friends. Mark, an aspiring filmmaker, feels like an outsider to life in general. How these young bohemians negotiate their dreams, loves and conflicts provides the narrative thread to this groundbreaking musical.
This show is recommended for mature audiences due to adult language and content.
The Maryland Theatre
21-27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500
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Hagerstown Community Concert Association presents
Cherish the Ladies
Saturday, March 30, 2019 • 7:30pm
These ladies create an evening that includes a spectacular blend of virtuoso instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements, and stunning step dancing. Their continued success as one of the top Celtic groups in the world is due to the ensemble's ability to take the best of Irish traditional music and dance and put it forth in an immensely entertaining show.
The Maryland Theatre
21-27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500
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Barbara Ingram School for the Arts presents
MAMMA MIA!
April 5, 2019 at 7:30 pm
April 6, 2019 at 7:30 pm
April 7, 2019 at 2:30 pm
April 12, 2019 at 7:30 pm
April 13, 2019 at 7:30 pm
April 14, 2019 at 2:30 pm
All around the world millions of people have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia the ultimate feel-good show! This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. Join the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts students for 6 shows on April 5-14, 2019.
(synopsis from Music Theatre International website)
The Maryland Theatre
21-27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500
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The Maryland Theatre hosts
Kris Kristofferson and The Strangers
Tuesday, April 23, 2019 • 7:00pm
Kris Kristofferson has been making things happen his entire life. Born in Texas and raised in a military family, he was a Golden Gloves boxer who studied creative writing at Pomona College in California. The Phi Beta Kappa graduate earned a Rhodes scholarship to study literature at Oxford, where he boxed, played rugby and continued to write songs. After graduating from Oxford, Kristofferson served in the army as an Airborne Ranger helicopter pilot and achieved the rank of Captain. In 1965, Kristofferson turned down an assignment to teach at West Point and, inspired by songwriters like Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash, moved to Nashville to pursue his music.
After struggling in Music City for several years, Kristofferson achieved remarkable success as a country songwriter at the start of the 1970s.
His songs "Me and Bobby McGee," "Help Me Make It Through the Night," "Sunday Morning Coming Down," and "For the Good Times," all chart-topping hits, helped redefine country songwriting. By 1987, it was estimated that more than 450 artists had recorded Kristofferson's compositions.
His renown as a songwriter triggered Kristofferson's successful career as a performer and that, in turn, brought him to the attention of Hollywood, leading to his flourishing career as a film actor. Kristofferson has acted in more than 70 films including "A Star is Born" for which he won a Golden Globe for Best Actor in 1977. Other cult favorites Kristofferson appeared in include; "Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore", the "Blade" Trilogy and "Lone Star". His more recent films include; "He’s Just Not That Into You" and "Dolphin Tale".
Heralded as an artist's artist, the three-time GRAMMY winner has recorded 30 albums, including three with pals Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings as part of the Highwaymen. Kristofferson has spent three decades performing concerts all over the world.
In addition to many other awards, Kristofferson is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, winner of the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award from the Songwriter Hall of Fame and was honored with the American Veteran's Association's "Veteran of the Year Award" in 2002. In 2014, Kristofferson was honored with a GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award and the PEN Song Lyrics of Literary Excellence Award.
The Maryland Theatre
21-27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500
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Tim Hawkins
presented by the Boys & Girls Club of Washington County
at The Maryland Theatre
November 24, 2019 at 3:00pm
Since giving up his job as a grocery truck driver in 2002, Tim Hawkins has been establishing himself as one of the most in-demand comedians in the country. With 300,000,000 video views online and over 100 sold-out concerts every year, his Jackwagon Crew has grown into a revolution of multi-generational proportions. But don’t take it from us... Tim's gut-busting comedy show entertains the entire family while doubling down on the funny, a daunting task in an age where the obscene has become routine. His act is 1 part gifted + 2 parts twisted, the only certainty being his on-the-nose observations that expose the ridiculousness of daily life while marveling in its hilarity. The perils of marriage, homeschooling, and growing up in the Midwest may not exemplify the rock star life, but they make for really good punchlines. Sure he's funny, but fans are often even more amazed at his singing voice and guitar chops. Tim's hilarious music videos have brought him viral YouTube fame with fan favorites including The Chick-fil-A Song, Yoga Pants, Aging Rockers, Things You Don’t Say to Your Wife, Cletus Take the Reel, A Homeschool Family, and The Government Can. Still, Tim is no rock star: "It's not like I have a choice. Comedy is my only life skill." Tim reminds us that for life's many difficulties, laughter is always the best medicine – when the medication runs out. He just released his 9th comedy DVD, "Just About Enough". Tim lives in Missouri with his wife and four crud muffins.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. is funded by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), an agency of the Department of Business & Economic Development.
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The Washington County Arts Council is a proud member of
County Arts Agencies of Maryland,
Maryland Citizens for the Arts, and Americans for the Arts
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