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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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Treat Mom to a one-of a kind hand crafted gift,
made by local artists.
Washington County Arts Council
34 S Potomac Street in downtown Hagerstown
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Mark your calendars for the Hagerstown Community College Alumni Association's upcoming Funky Fridays Concerts kicking off on Friday evening, May 12, 2023, at 6:15 p.m. in the HCC Alumni Amphitheater with a free concert by The Holders.
Food trucks will be on hand and concessions will be sold, a beer garden will be on-site, and the fun will continue with 50/50 drawings and more. Don't miss this special concert. Everyone is welcome to attend!
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DEADLINE: August 11, 2023 | |
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5th Annual Washington Goes Purple
2023 Call for Artists
The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. (WCAC) and Washington Goes Purple invite local artists working in any medium to submit their art for the September 2023 exhibit, “A Journey Through Addiction and Recovery.” The juried community art exhibit be on display in the gallery from September 7, 2023 through October 3, 2023 and virtually beginning, September 9, 2023.
“A Journey Through Addiction and Recovery - The journey through addiction and recovery looks different for everyone but the outcome benefits individuals, families, and our community. Help us celebrate those who have traveled this path and instill hope in those who are continuing on this journey.”
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St. Maria Goretti High School, Faculty and Student Art Show under the direction of Sam Little, will be on display at The Washington County Arts Council from May 4, 2023 through June 6, 2022 in the Galleries at the Washington County Arts Council, 34 S Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740.
According to Mr. Little, “This year Goretti art students have been working with a focus on technique in a variety of mediums including acrylic painting, graphite and ink drawings and digital art/photography. Students have also been challenged to study, reimagine and/or recreate works from famous artists. This showcase will feature art from students from all grade levels 9-12 as well as art from art teacher Sam Little and several staff members.”
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Washington County Chamber of Commerce! | |
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Mothers & Daughters
Mark Youngblood
Everybody has a story…
Mark started with a high school graduation gift of a camera. He had every intention of going to college to study engineering, but his new camera gave him a new passion. Changing his major to Art, Mark studied at Shepherd University with a focus on Photography. After college, Mark worked for various publications as a freelance or staff photographer, following dirt track racing and NASCAR, until opening his own studio full time.
As a photography teacher at Barbara Ingram School for the Arts since its opening, Mark shares his love and knowledge of photography. Mark loves teaching his students to use film and to process their own photos. Watching them create their own art is the true gift.
Mark decided early on he wanted to stand out from the rest and wants the same for you; your pictures – your way!
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Registration open for 2023 Maryland Arts Summit | |
Register today for the Maryland Arts Summit, a statewide conference presented by and for the Maryland arts sector! In-person and limited virtual offerings available. Join fellow artists and arts administrators from across the state to network, celebrate achievements across communities, discuss important issues, and challenge systems and one another with fruitful dialogue and action. Register here. | |
Inquire about the Washington County Arts Council's BISFA Summer Arts Academy scholarships....call (240) 347-4934. | |
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The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater is proud to present their next MainStage performance of 2023, Clue! This “whodunit” comedy opens April 21, 2023 at The Playhouse.
Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth – the butler, Miss Scarlett, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT!
The show is preceded by Dinner featuring Dinner Rolls, Plated Salad, Dinner, Dessert, and Coffee, Tea, and Iced Tea. A Full Service Cash Bar is available. Bar tab and gratuity not included. Children under age 5 are not admitted.
Clue plays April 21, 2023-May 27, 2023 on Friday and Saturday evenings at 6PM and select Sunday matinees at 1PM.
The Washington County Playhouse is located at 44 North Potomac Street, Rear. Since 1985, The Playhouse has been entertaining guests in the heart of Hagerstown's Arts and Entertainment District and City Center.
Tickets (include dinner and show) cost $63.00 for Adults, $57.00 for Active Military and First Responders, and $53.00 for children (5-12). Tickets can be purchased at www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or by calling (301)739-7469.
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YOUNG ARTISTS
Washington County Public Schools exhibition of students' artwork continues! Elementary-aged students’ work is on display through Sunday, and the work of middle and high school students will be on display May 20-28, 2023. This exhibition has been generously supported by the Washington County Arts Council and Morgan Stanley.
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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Valley Art Association Members Art Exhibit:
“May Flowers”, May 5-28, 2023, The Mansion House Art Center & Gallery, 480 Highland Avenue, Hagerstown City Park. Hours: Fridays & Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. FREE admission. https://valleyartassoc.org
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The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater is proud to present their first Theatre for Young Audiences performance of 2023,
The Commedia Cinderella! This delightful comedy opens May 13, 2023 at The Playhouse.
The players love the story of Cinderella so much they try to improve upon it whenever possible. Arlequin, the mischief-maker of the group, boasts about getting the role of the prince. Columbine puts an end to his bragging by giving Punchin the prince’s role and making Arlequin the prince’s servant instead! Rosetta brings the Fairy Godmother role to life with a slew of silly spells.
The Commedia Cinderella plays on Saturdays between May 13, 2023 and June 24, 2023. Doors open at 10:15 am and the show begins at 11 am. Concessions are available for purchase from 10:15 am - 10:45 am. A meal is NOT included or offered for this production.
The Washington County Playhouse is located at 44 North Potomac Street, Rear. Since 1985, The Playhouse has been entertaining guests in the heart of Hagerstown's Arts and Entertainment District and City Center.
Tickets cost $19.50 and can be purchased at www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or by calling (301)739-7469.
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Music Festival: Pap Miller & Rocky Birely 7pc
The Washington County Historical Society’s Music Festival Fundraiser is back and better than ever! The Society will feature two bands this year and unveil the much anticipated Hagerstown Plat circa 1800. This is the only major fundraiser planned for 2023. This fundraiser will help the Historical Society continue its efforts to bring educational programming, exhibits, lectures, and events so visitors can view and experience the history of Washington County.
Pap Miller will open the festival May 13, 2023 at 4:00 PM, followed by an intermission at 5:00 PM for guests to socialize and view the newly restored Hagerstown Plat for the first time! Then Rocky Birely 7pc will play at 6:00 PM.
There will be a cash bar, food catered by Hicksville Barbecue, raffle baskets from various local businesses, and so much more! Note the fundraiser is rain or shine.
Those interested in becoming a sponsor for this event, please reach out to the Washington County Historical Society at info@washcohistory.org for opportunities and details.
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The City Ballet School presents
The Spell
featuring The Maryland Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 7:00PM
and
Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM
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The Spell was created and choreographed by City Ballet’s artistic director Danielle Horochowski and will feature guest artists Nicole Graniero and Oscar Sanchez with City Ballet students and dancers of the Western Maryland City Ballet Company. Nicole Graniero has danced fifteen seasons as a company member and guest artist with The American Ballet Theatre and currently dances for The Washington Ballet. She will dance the lead female role of “Elise” in The Spell. Cuban born Oscar Sanchez is in his seventh season with The Washington Ballet following his work with The National Ballet of Cuba and Columbia City Ballet. He was awarded “Best Dancer of Miami” at the Miami Life Awards and will dance the lead male role of “Peter” in The Spell.
Collaborating artist Mitch Stark created the animation for “The Spell” which will be featured in the ballet as special effects and custom scenes.
Join City Ballet and the MSO for this new adventure in classical ballet and the first collaboration of this magnitude in Hagerstown history. Stunning costumes, set design and theatrical magic are sure to delight young and old audiences alike. Don’t miss this unique and unforgettable experience! Watch the trailer and learn more at www.thespell.net
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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Potomac Playmakers - "The Sunshine Boys"
The Potomac Playmakers announce the final show of the 2022-2023 Season, the classic Neil Simon comedy, “The Sunshine Boys!“ Al and Willie, known professionally as “Lewis and Clark”, were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now, it has been over twelve years since they’ve even spoken. When a television network requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective show, a grudging reunion brings the two back together to remaster their most celebrated sketch, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. Can these two comedy legends possibly work out their issues in time for their return to the public eye?
Produced with kind permission of Concord Theatricals Corp., “The Sunshine Boys” is directed by Jim Zuna and stars Greg Berezuk, D.J. MacIntosh, Barry Harbaugh, Tannen Smith, Richie Dobson, Joe Lance, and Kaitlyn Teach. Tickets for all performances are $18 and may be purchased at the door or online at https://www.potomacplaymakers.org/get-tickets/.
Friday, May 12, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
Saturday, May 13, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
Sunday, May 14, 2023 @3:00 PM
Friday, May 19, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
Saturday, May 20, 2023 @ 8:00 PM
Sunday, May 21, 2023 @3:00 PM
The Potomac Playmakers Performing Arts Center
17303 W. Washington Street
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
(240) 382-7269
potomacplaymakers@gmail.com
www.potomacplaymakers.org
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Each month, MSAC shares a list of artist opportunities pulled from the MSAC Resource Bulletin, maintained by Maryland Art Place. The listing includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists, grants, and vendor opportunities.
The Resource Bulletin is updated throughout the month, and you can always access it by clicking here.
Do you have something to add? Email Caitlin Gill at caitlin@mdartplace.org.
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Apply to be a panelist and find yourself
in the center of the action at MSAC!
Accepting applications for panelists on two of MSAC's Arts in Education programs
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Applications are now open for panelists in two of MSAC's Arts in Education programs: the Arts in Education Grant and the Teaching Artist Roster.
MSAC relies on a diverse array of constituents with varied backgrounds from across the state of Maryland to do the important work of evaluating applications as panelists. MSAC selects its panelists with a focus on diversity of experiences, diversity of location, and expertise in varying artistic disciplines.
See below for more information on what to expect as a panelist and how to apply!
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Click the video above to hear from former panelists on the benefits of serving as a panelist! | |
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Arts in Education Grant panelists have the unique opportunity to impact arts education programming across Maryland by reviewing and scoring grant applications. Applications include proposals from teaching artists to lead arts education programming for schools, nonprofit organizations, and government entities.
Arts in Education Grant panelists serve an annual term and review applications every month between August and April.
What to Expect as a Panelist:
- Application reviews are completed on a panelist’s own time online during the middle of each month, beginning in August 2023
- Panelists typically review 30-40 applications per month; this requires approximately 10-12 hours to complete over a 2-week period (application totals vary)
- A total of 5 panelists are needed to serve for monthly reviews during FY24
- A required, virtual panelist orientation will take place on Tuesday, July 25, from 12-2 p.m.
- Panelists receive compensation of $50 for the training, along with a sliding scale for monthly reviews, depending on the number of applications reviewed (25 or fewer, $200; 26-35, $300; 36-45, $375; 46 or more, $450).
Who We’re Looking For:
- Independent artists, arts administrators, teachers, arts educators, teaching artists, arts education enthusiasts, and students interested in serving Maryland's art education sector while gaining experience and insight in the grant review process.
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Teaching Artist Roster panelists review and evaluate applications for artists who wish to join the MSAC Teaching Artist Roster, which recognizes that teaching artists are integral to the arts education ecosystem and provide supplementary arts education experiences that deepen learning. Inclusion on the roster allows teaching artists to apply for Arts in Education grants, described above.
Teaching Artist Roster panelists serve an annual term and review applications twice a year: once between September and October, and again between April and May.
What to Expect as a Panelist:
- Application reviews are completed on a panelist’s own time online during the months listed above
- Panelists typically review 15-20 applications per review period; this requires approximately 15 hours to complete over a one-month period (application totals vary)
- Attend two virtual panel meetings in October and May to collaboratively evaluate applications with other panelists
- A total of 5 panelists are needed to serve for one year (September 2023 - May 2024).
- A required panelist orientation will take place online on Tuesday, August 1, from 12-2 p.m.
- Panelists receive compensation of $50 for the training, $125 for each of the two panel meetings, and payment on a sliding scale for monthly reviews, depending on the number of applications reviewed (10 or fewer, $200; 11-20, $375; 21-30, $550; 31-45, $750; 45 or more, $900).
Who We’re Looking For:
- Independent artists and educators (especially those with experience working with teaching artists or as a teaching artist), arts administrators, teaching artists, arts education enthusiasts, and students interested in serving Maryland's art education sector while gaining experience and insight in the grant review process.
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Submit your application via MSAC’s online grants management system, SmartSimple.
(You must be registered as an Independent Artist to apply.)
- Click the "Apply Now!" button below to log in or create a free account in SmartSimple.
- Under Funding Opportunities, select "Public Call."
- Select "Panelist" from the drop down options and click "Save Draft" to populate the application.
- Select “Arts in Education Grant” or “Arts in Education Teaching Artist Roster” as the Grant Program.
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Applications for both programs are due by Thursday, June 15 at 11:59 p.m.
Questions?
Contact Program Director Lizzie Morales (elizabeth.morales@maryland.gov) for assistance.
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The Maryland State Arts Council is committed to making sure all Marylanders can access its programs and services. For grant application assistance, please contact the appropriate Program Director. Guests with further accessibility questions or who require accommodations may fill out the Accommodations Request Form or contact the MSAC Office Secretary at msac.commerce@maryland.gov. If you have questions about the SmartSimple application system, please contact Grants Director Cathy Teixeira at catherine.teixeira@maryland.gov. | | |
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Opportunities for Artists
Explore MSAC grants and opportunities available to independent artists, click here for details.
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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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Thank you for providing your email address to the
Washington County Arts Council. Your information was obtained from
at least one of the following methods: signing our guest book,
becoming a member, donating, entering a contest, or exhibiting with us.
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