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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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With Hands & Hearts Association of Traditional Hookers Artists display at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts extended until March 7, 2023. | |
Founded in September 2008, With Hands & Hearts Association of Traditional Hookers Artists has 40 members from five states. Members share ideas and techniques during the regular meetings at Beaver Creek Christian Church, east of Hagerstown. Members are both new to the craft as well as veterans. Rug hooking is based on the simple process of using a small metal hook to draw loops of long, narrow strips of colored wool through a linen or cotton backing. Other materials could be used. The display has been extended to March 7, 2023. | |
The Maryland Theatre hosts
Resurrection- A Journey Tribute
Friday, March 10, 2023, at 7:30 PM
Based out of Nashville, TN, Resurrection Journey is widely praised as the most authentic Journey experience in the business. Resurrection Journey provides their audiences with a note-for-note authentic sound and vocals that are so close to Steve Perry, you HAVE to hear it and see it to believe it! Come take a "journey" back in time with Resurrection Journey.
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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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Cumberland Valley Artists and Photographers Exhibitions at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts continue through April 23, 2023.
The CVA/CVP juried exhibitions feature 95 pieces of art and photography from artists who live in the Quad-State area. Please take a look at our complete list of artists and award winners….https://wcmfa.org/cumberland-valley-artists-and-photographers-exhibition/
The exhibitions are made possible through the generous support of Conservit, Inc., Hugh and Marty Talton, the Delaplaine Foundation, Inc, Sherry Cramer, Youngblood Studios, and the Washington County Arts Council. Support for awards has been provided by Dr. Kevin Murray, Cindy Weaver, Kent Roberts & Cindy Downs, and The Valley Art Association.
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Maryland International
Film Festival
Thursday, March 23, 2023
at 7:00 PM
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Hosted by Hagerstown Garden Club to benefit the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Art in Bloom couples members of regional garden clubs, school groups and individuals with a select work of art at the Museum. Each floral designer interprets their assigned work of art ¬– be it a painting or sculpture by creating a one-of-a-kind floral arrangement.
The event takes place March 24-26, 2023 with special hours for the public to view the floral interpretations at their freshest and most vibrant.
The Art in Bloom Preview Party is March 24, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m. Get a jump on spring with this highly anticipated annual museum fundraiser. Delight in the innovation, wit, and beauty of floral interpretations of works in the museum collection. Preview party attendees get to see the works at their freshest and mingle with the designers. Hosted by Hagerstown Garden Club. $55 per person. Advance registration is required by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org
Art in Bloom will continue through Saturday, March 25, and Sunday, March 26. There will be extended hours both days for the event. Saturday, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A free floral demonstration will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023. Entry to Saturday and Sunday is free.
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Friends of Music presents Winchester Musica Viva Choir
Location: Trinity Episcopal Church, 200 W. German St., Shepherdstown, WV 25443
03/25/2023 from 7:30pm until 9:00pm
The Friends of Music is sponsoring a special concert in Shepherdstown, WV by Winchester Musica Viva, a highly regarded chamber choir from Winchester, VA. Entitled "March Musical Madness - from Bach to Jazz," the concert will feature both classical and contemporary works. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased on our website at www.friendswv.org
Contact Sherry Sykes at 304-876-5765 or info@friendswv.org
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Maryland Symphony Orchestra presents
Northern Lights at The Maryland Theatre
Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 7:30 PM & Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM
Elizabeth Schulze Conductor
Nick Kendall Violin
CARL NIELSEN | Helios Overture
KAROL SZYMANOWSKI | Violin Concerto No. 2
JEAN SIBELIUS | Symphony No. 5
In person tickets are available for both performances. The Sunday performance will also be streamed on MSO Live! For more information, visit watch.marylandsymphony.org
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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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Authentic Community Theatre presents,
Jesus Christ Superstar at The Maryland Theatre
Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 7:00 PM
Sunday, April 2, 2023, at 3:00 PM
The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 40 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christs life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships, and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire. The iconic 1970s rock score contains such well-known numbers as Superstar, I Don’t Know How to Love Him and Gethsemane. Do not miss this incredible story!
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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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SPRING OPEN HOUSE Rural Heritage Museum
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
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The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world! This performance is presented by the students of Barbara Ingram School for the Arts. | |
MSO presents Disney in Concert: A Dream is a Wish
At the Maryland Theatre
May 6 & 7, 2023
Disney in Concert A Dream is a Wish transports audiences into the musical world of classic and contemporary Disney Animated Feature films to discover that dreams really do come true. The stories of The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Aladdin and more, are told through the talents of four Broadway-caliber singers, original Disney film footage and sweeping orchestral scores performed by The Maryland Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Elizabeth Schulze.
Please note, that no lap children are permitted- everyone must have a ticket regardless of age.
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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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The City Ballet School presents
The Spell
at The Maryland Theatre
Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM
The Spell features an original score by composer Arshak Sirunyan, choreography and stage design by Danielle Horochowski and theatrical animation design by Mitch Stark. The Maryland Symphony Orchestra will perform the score for the first time conducted by Elizabeth Schulze. The Spell will feature a cast of over a hundred local and guest dancers alongside The City Ballet School’s Western Maryland City Ballet Company. Join City Ballet and the MSO for this incredible journey in the first collaboration of this magnitude in Hagerstown history. Stunning costumes, design and theatrical magic are sure to delight an audience of all ages.
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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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The City Ballet School Presents
Spring Recital at The Maryland Theatre
Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 2:00 PM
About the Show...
The City Ballet School presents their annual spring performance showcasing choreography selections for each class. Students demonstrate technical and artistic skills developed throughout the course of the year as we celebrate the progression of the levels at City Ballet. This performance features original choreography in ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, acrobatics and modern dance.
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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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The City of Hagerstown would like to thank all artists that applied for the 2023 Heart of Art Grant. There were 28 applications received and the City is proud to announce that 15 applicants have been accepted into the Heart of Art Grant program.
Congratulations to the following artists:
- Beautiful Chaos Design
- Blackbird Artistry
- Caleb Fuller Art
- Carol's Quilts and More
- Designs by Jimmice
- Hustle and Heart Woodburning
- Jaz Ceramics
- Keighty Crochet
- Mole in the Ground Stained Glass
- Once Upon a Time Boutique
- OWOBLO Art
- Stuffed and Such
- UrbanizedHippie
- Valley Art Association
- Yesenia's Crochet Creations
You can support these artists throughout 2023 by visiting their booth at the various artisan markets that are being hosted by the City:
- Saturday, April 15th: Handmade Hagerstown - Spring Market, University Plaza
- Wednesday, June 21st: Summer Solstice Festival, University Plaza
- Wednesdays in July & August: MDWK Music & Market, University Plaza
- Saturday, November 18th: Handmade Hagerstown - Holiday Market, University Plaza
The Heart of Art Grant Program, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is focused on providing opportunity to local artists to showcase and sell their work at city events within the Hagerstown Arts & Entertainment District. The goal is to bridge the gap of connecting artists with customers, to lift the burden of paying a vendor fee to attend an event, and to ensure the artists will receive payment after each market. Grant recipients will receive $100 for each event attended, for a maximum of up to 10 events totaling $1,000.
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City of Hagerstown | Community Engagement Office | 1 E Franklin St, Suite 210A | 301-766-4258 | |
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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. | |
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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