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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.
For artist information, arts events, calls for art, and more visit WCAC's web page...
www.washingtoncountyarts.com.
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Washington County Arts Council Gallery
September 2021 Exhibit
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The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. (WCAC) and Washington Goes Purple host local artists working its September 2021 exhibit, “Symbolizing the Hope in Recovery through Purple.” The juried community art exhibit will be on display virtually and in the gallery from August 26, 2021, through September 28, 2021. “Symbolizing the Hope in Recovery through Purple - As a community we work at preventing addiction, eliminating stigma, and building a strong support system for those in recovery. Join us in spreading hope that recovery is possible.” | |
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When visiting the Washington County Arts Council Gallery,
masks are once again required to be worn over the mouth and nose
by visitors and staff, regardless of vaccination status.
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Marceaux to perform Sept. 30, 2021
at Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown Community College will host Marceaux on Thursday, September 30, at 7 p.m., in the Kepler Theater.
Marceaux synchronously combines classical, jazz, and other genres into entertaining and affecting musical performances. Danny Webber (guitar), Candice Mowbray (guitar) and Anita Thomas (woodwinds) bring their unique individual experiences into creative collaboration as they perform classic and contemporary music, their own arrangements, and original compositions. Webber is an associate professor of music at HCC and Mowbray is a part-time music instructor at HCC.
From the energy of Khachaturian's "Masquerade Waltz" to the joy of Ralph Towner's "Icarus," the nostalgia of classic French melodies, and the evocation of landscapes in Thomas' original composition, "Australian Mood," audiences are led on an inspiring musical journey.
Sponsored by the HCC Robinwood Players Theater Club and funded by the Maryland State Arts Council, this event is free and open to the public. Masks are required. For more information, contact Danny Webber at 240-500-2406. To learn more about the band, visit www.candicemowbray.com/marceaux.
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Art at the Chamber
Washington County Chamber of Commerce hosts artist
Margaret Clingan during September and October 2021
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Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
301-739-2015
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Call for Maryland Artists:
West Washington Street Mural
DEADLINE: September 17, 2021@5pm EST*
*Please note: This is NOT a postmark deadline!
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Call for Maryland Artists:
Annual Community Art Show:
The Best Local Art of 2021
DEADLINE: October 22, 2021
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The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. invites local artists working in any medium to submit their best new works for WCAC’s “Annual Community Art Show: The Best Local Art of 2021.” The juried community art exhibit will be on display virtually and in the gallery from December 2, 2021 through January 4, 2022. | | |
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Hood College seeks
Gallery Director and
Adjunct Instructor
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Under the general direction of the Department Chair and the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Gallery Director manages the daily and fiscal operation of the Hodson and Whitaker Galleries; schedules exhibitions and gallery lectures; coordinates marketing media; organizes public viewings and receptions at the galleries; and maintains the department’s permanent art collection. This individual will work in close coordination with the Department of Art and Archaeology, which has five full-time and three part-time faculty and offers major concentrations in studio art, art history, archaeology, and art education (all B.A.), and a graduate certificate, M.A., and M.F.A. in ceramics. The department also participates in the college’s M.A. degree in the Humanities. This is a non-benefited part-time position with an annualized stipend. | |
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Holly Fest at the Maryland Theatre
will be held on Monday, November 22, 7:00 pm
Mandatory Tech Rehearsal: Monday, November 15, 6:00 pm
This annual performance showcases area youth and school performance groups in a holiday show at the Maryland Theatre.

Applications from Youth/Student Performance Groups are due no later than Friday, October 15, 2021. Confirmation of participation will be made by Friday, October 22. There is no charge to participate in Holly Fest or for people to see the performance.
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"I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change"!
The Potomac Playmakers are excited to start our 95th season with the musical comedy "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change"! With book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music by Jimmy Roberts, "I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change" is a witty musical revue that tackles modern love in all its forms: from the perils and pitfalls of the first date to marriage, children, and the twilight years of life. Set in the modern world and told in a series of vignettes and songs "I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Chance" traces the overall arc of relationships throughout the course of a life.
*This show has adult content and themes not suitable for all ages. Viewer discretion is advised*
"I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change" is presented with generous permission by Concord Theatricals.
Potomac Playmakers Performing Arts Center
17303 West Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Friday, Sep. 10, 8:00 pm
Saturday, Sep. 11, 8:00 pm
Sunday, Sep. 12, 3:00 pm
Friday, Sep. 17, 8:00 pm
Saturday, Sep. 18, 8:00 pm
Sunday, Sep. 19, 3:00 pm
Tickets = $15.00
Tickets are available on our website at www.potomacplaymakers.org and at the door before the show.
potomacplaymakers@gmail.com
(240) 513-6260
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Heathers Night Out
Presented By Authentic Community Theatre Inc.
September 10, 2021, 7:00 PM
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ACT Black Box Studio
43-45 S. Potomac St
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
Visit here for more information.
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Culture & Cocktails:
John Brown and the Raid on Harpers Ferry
September 10, 2021 at 6:00 PM
In person: $10-15
Zoom: $5
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On Friday, September 10th at 6:00 P.M., join us in welcoming Bob O'Connor for a look at John Brown and his infamous, ill-fated raid on the Federal arsenal at Harpers Ferry. The former Director of Tourism in Washington County, MD, Bob is the author of 15 books, and the host of the podcast, “The Chronicles of the American Civil War." In addition to attending in person, guests will be able to attend this event via Zoom.
The featured cocktail will be: The Man o’ War! This boozy bourbon concoction is a new take on the classic Manhattan.

Culture & Cocktails 2021 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation.
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Washington County Historical Society
135 W Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 797-8782
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Something Old, Something New
Presented By Authentic Community Theatre Inc.
September 11, 2021, 7:00 PM
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ACT Black Box Studio
43-45 S. Potomac St
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
Visit here for more information.
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Wings and Wheels Expo
sponsored by the Hagerstown Aviation Museum
September 11, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Original Fairchild Dome Hangar
14211 Basore Drive, Hagerstown, MD
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The Maryland Theatre hosts
Saturday Night Fever:
A Tribute to The Bee Gees
starring The New York Bee Gees
The New York Bee Gees Tribute Show is comprised of some of Long Island New York's most versatile and exceptionally talented players. The band includes present or former members of well known, world renown acts including The Alan Parsons Project, Happy Together Tour, Meatloaf, Queen, Blue Oyster Cult, Riot, Herman's Hermits, Enrique Iglesias, The Rippingtons and more. Based in New York the show has played to sell out shows at The Paramount Theater and BB King NYC.
Performances are regularly at The NYCB Theater at Westbury, Resorts World Casino, Empire Casino, The Suffolk Theater. B.B. King NYC wrote, "The NY Bee Gees Tribute Show presents the most extravagant Bee Gees show a fan can experience. The band offers all of the classic 70's disco hits from Stayin' Alive to Night Fever while embracing their early works such as To Love Somebody, I've Got To Get A Message To You and Massachusetts. The New York Bee Gees delivers songs from every decade of the Bee Gees catalog with a stunning production, powerful vocals and the professional stage presence to fill any club or casino."
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The Maryland Theatre Box Office
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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Out of the Box Paint Night
Presented By Authentic Community Theatre Inc.
September 17, 2021, 7:00 PM
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ACT Black Box Studio
43-45 S. Potomac St
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
Visit here for more information.
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The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater is holding AUDITIONS for SHOUT!! THE MOD MUSICAL on Sunday, September 19. Sign-in begins at 2:00pm. Auditions begin at 2:30pm. Auditions will be held 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.
With its irresistible blend of hip-swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions and outrageous dance moves, SHOUT! The Mod Musical takes audiences back to the music, style, and freedom of the 1960s.
SHOUT!! follows five groovy gals as they come of age during those glorious days that made England swing. Traveling in time from 1960 to 1970, SHOUT! chronicles the dawning liberation of women, from the rise of Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark and Cilla Black as independent women with major careers, to their American counterparts, redefining themselves in the face of changing attitudes about gender. With a shimmy and shake, the songs are tied together by hilarious sound bites from the period – from '60s advertisements to letters answered by an advice columnist who thinks that every problem can be solved with a "fetching new hair style and a new shade of lipstick."
This production will be directed & choreographed by Kelly Jenkins Moreland with music direction by Tyler Miller. All roles are open. Must be 16+ to audition.
Please prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show. You may also be asked to learn/sing a song from SHOUT!!, so familiarity with the cast recording is highly encouraged, but not required. Be prepared to perform cold readings from the script. There may also be a dance audition, so please bring or wear clothes that you can move in and that show our choreographer how you move. Please also bring jazz/character shoes if you have them.
All performers will be paid a per-performance stipend. Additionally, those cast will be given the opportunity to join the restaurant service staff (if legally eligible and following training) where they may earn gratuities.
Performance Dates (all performances in the evening unless specified): January 21, 22, 28, 29, February 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 26, & 27 (matinee).
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The Maryland Theatre hosts
EAGLEMANIA-THE WORLD’S GREATEST EAGLES TRIBUTE
Sunday, September 19, 2021---7:00 PM
Formed in 2010, EagleMania has emerged as a major act throughout the country, performing to sold out audiences everywhere they go. The music of the Eagles 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.
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The Maryland Theatre Box Office
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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Antique Treasure Show
September 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM
Spectators: $5
Walk-up Appraisals: $10-15
In-depth Appraisals: $20
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Curious about the pottery sherds you found buried in your backyard? How about the pocket watch you found in your attic?
On Sunday, September 19th, join us for a WCHS-style Antiques Roadshow! Starting at 2:00, local appraisers will be on-hand at the Beaver Creek School to examine your treasures and share their knowledge. To get a personal, in-depth appraisal by one of the appraisers, please contact us at info@washcohistory.org or (301)-797-8782 by Saturday, September 4th. In-depth appraisals will be available for the first 16 paid requests. Spectators are welcome! Guests will be able to tour the interior of the Beaver Creek School.
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Washington County Historical Society
135 W Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 797-8782
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Pewter casting at the Mansion House Art Center
Pewter Casting I - Brendan Rich will introduce students to Pewter casting at the Mansion House Art Center, in a hands-on workshop to produce pewter tokens and badges using Historical techniques. Limited to 10 individuals, materials provided, 2 hours - $25. September 23, from 10 AM to noon.
The photograph is of a mold approximately 2" x 1.5”, and the casting is 1" in length, and is one of the tokens that people will get to cast for themselves. To register, contact Elaine Wolfe at valleyartinfo@gmail.com.
The Mansion House Art Center & Gallery
480 Highland Avenue, Hagerstown, MD 21740
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The Maryland Theatre presents
Comedian Ron White
Friday, September 24, 2021

Comedian Ron "Tater Salad" White, who first rose to fame as the cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking funnyman from the Blue Collar Comedy Tour phenomenon, has long since established himself as a star in his own right. Over the past 15 years, White has been one of the top grossing stand-up comedians on tour in the country. His comedy recordings have sold over 14 million units (solo and with the Blue-Collar Comedy Tour), he's been nominated for two Grammys, he was featured in the Cameron Crowe Showtime Series, "Roadies," and he even authored a book that appeared on the New York Times Best Seller List. Hot on the heels of his highly successful Netflix special, "If You'd Quit Listening, I'd Shut Up," Ron White is once again hitting the ground running, with a slew of new tour dates just announced for 2020. From Washington, DC to Milwaukee; Atlanta to Austin; Music City to Sin City, and numerous points in between- Don't miss your chance to "Catch the Tater!"
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The Maryland Theatre Box Office
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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Imagine Hagerstown Fourth Friday Music:
THE WOODSHEDDERS and RUDY AND THE BLUEFISH
University Plaza, 50 West Washington Street, Hagerstown
September 24, 2021, from 5:00pm until 8:00pm
Live Music at University Plaza! Featuring The Woodshedders and Rudy and The Bluefish.
Bring a chair, food, and drink (alcohol in non-breakable containers permitted).
Imagine Hagerstown is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and the Washington County Arts Council and is proudly based in Hagerstown’s Arts & Entertainment District.
Free admission.
Contact Kitty Clark at (301) 739-8577 or kclark@hagerstownmd.org
www.imaginehagerstown.org
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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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The WCAC facility is wheelchair accessible! | |
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