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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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Katherine Fishburn: Fault Lines
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Denny Clarke: Kaleidoscope

The Washington County Arts Council hosts
Katherine Fishburn: Fault Lines in the Main Gallery
and Denny Clarke: Kaleidoscope in the Hall Gallery
during the month of April 2021
Also available virtually beginning 4/3/2021
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Congratulations Washington County Visual Artists,
Toby Mendez and Mark Youngblood whose works have been included in
ARTISTS OF MARYLAND: VISUAL ART
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Hilmar Gottesthal: Circumspect

The Washington County Arts Council hosted “Circumspect”
the works of Hilmar Gottesthal
during the month of March 2021
It is available virtually.
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Congratulations to Kadra Tedrick whose art won the Washington County Art Educators
2021 People’s Choice Award sponsored by
The Washington County Arts Council and
The Mary K. Bowman Historical and Fine Art Fund.
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BISFA students return to the WCAC Gallery!
Students visited WCAC to view “Circumspect”
the works of Hilmar Gottesthal
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Washington County Free Library’s
Virtual McCauley Lecture Explores the
Cumberland Valley Railroad in the Civil War
On Monday, April 5, Washington County Free Library John C. Frye Western Maryland Room's annual McCauley Historical Lectures series will continue in a virtual format. Scott Mingus will present Targeted Tracks: The Cumberland Valley Railroad in the Civil War, 1861-1865.
The program will be livestreamed and does not require prior registration. To access the livestream, visit the Washington County Free Library Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/mywcfl) on April 5 at 7 PM. The program is presented with support from Carroll County Public Library and Frederick County Public Libraries.
The Cumberland Valley Railroad connected Hagerstown, Maryland, to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Its location enhanced its importance during some of the Civil War’s most critical campaigns. Because of its proximity to major cities in the Eastern Theater, the CVRR was an enticing Confederate target. As invading armies jostled for position, the CVRR’s valuable rolling stock was never far from the minds of Rebel leaders.
Presenter Scott Mingus is a retired scientist and executive in the global pulp & paper industry. He has written 23 Civil War and Underground Railroad books. His biography of General William Extra Billy Smith won multiple awards. He has written six scenario books for Civil War miniature wargaming. Scott blogs at https://yorkblog.com/cannonball. Scott has appeared on C-SPAN, C-SPAN3, PCN, and other TV networks.
Contact Information: Elizabeth Howe, Reference Librarian and Certified Archivist, Washington County Free Library at ehowe@washcolibrary.org or 301-739-3250 ext. 350
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GRAMMY Award Winner Sharon Isbin to Perform with the
Maryland Symphony Orchestra for Virtual Concert at the Maryland Theatre
GRAMMY Award Winner Sharon Isbin will perform with the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, Elizabeth Schulze conducting, on Sunday April 11 at 3:00 p.m. at the Maryland Theatre Performing Arts Center. The concert will be live streamed on the symphony’s “MSO Live! Virtual Concert Hall” streaming platform at watch.marylandsymphony.org.
The Maryland Symphony Orchestra continues to adjust its programs and schedule with the safety of the audience and musicians in mind. With the recent announcement by Governor Hogan that venues may begin to operate at up to 50% capacity, the MSO is planning to begin a gradual return to performing for live audiences in May.
For the April performance, a limited, invitation-only audience will be invited to attend while the concert is streamed on MSO Live! In order to maintain the safety plans that the MSO has developed for the musicians, the repertoire has been revised for a smaller ensemble. It now includes Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No. 3 by Respighi, Guitar Concerto in D by Vivaldi, Quintet No. 4 in D major by Boccherini, and Tango by Italian-born and Brooklyn-based composer, Paola Prestini.
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The Western Maryland City Ballet Company and
The City Ballet School Present The Sleeping Beauty
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Saturday, May 8, 2021 • 7:00pm |
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Sunday, May 9, 2021 • 3:00pm |
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Tickets go on sale to the general public Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 11 am
The Western Maryland City Ballet Company and The City Ballet School bring the story of the sleeping princess and the enchanted castle to life! Set to Tchaikovsky’s romantic score, The Sleeping Beauty is a stunning adventure suited for an audience of all ages. Featuring professional and pre- professional dancers, beautiful costume design and theatrical magic, this celebrated classic is not to be missed!
The Sleeping Beauty will be presented at The Maryland Theatre to a live socially-distanced audience. To purchase tickets to the live performance please follow the links above.

Virtual Tickets are also available as a separate purchase for those patrons that want to enjoy the show from the comfort of their own homes! Ticketholders will receive the link to watch the virtual performance on Friday, May 14, 2021 and can view the performance an unlimited number of times from receiving the link until Friday, May 21, 2021 at 5 pm. To buy a virtual ticket please click the button below.
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Saturday, May 8, 2021 • 7:00pm |
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The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 11 am-4:30 pm
301-790-2000
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre announces that the Authentic Community Theatre Jr. presentation of The Little Mermaid Jr. originally scheduled for May 12-15, 2021 will not take place at The Maryland Theatre but will be held at Suite 710 on Leitersburg Pike on May 14 & 15, 2021.

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Potomac Playmakers' Announces
"No Sex Please, We're British"
at the Potomac Playmakers Performing Arts Center
Performance dates are May 14-16 and 21-23, 2021. Plot Summary: A young bride who lives above a bank with her husband who is the assistant manager, innocently sends a mail order off for some Scandinavian glassware. What comes is Scandinavian pornography. The plot revolves around what is to be done with the veritable floods of pornography, photographs, books, films, and eventually girls that threaten to engulf this happy couple. The matter is considerably complicated by the man's mother, his boss, a visiting bank inspector, a police superintendent, and a muddled friend who does everything wrong in his reluctant efforts to set everything right, all of which works up to a hilarious ending of closed or slamming doors. Cast Information: cast of nine -male late 20s-early 30s -male 30-40 -male 50s+ -2 male adults of any age to be double-cast -female late 20s-early 30s -female 50s -2 females in 20s.
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NEW THIS YEAR: Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Art in Bloom will start Sunday evening with a Virtual Preview Garden Party Sunday, May 16, 2021 @ 6:00 p.m. After the preview, the website feature will be available for public viewing beginning Monday May 17, 2021 through Sunday June 13, 2021.
All Art in Bloom Sponsors and individuals registering for the Sunday, Virtual Garden Party Preview will receive a Garden Party Basket with associated themed items.
For information, contact Wallace W. Lee, Development Director, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts at Development@wcmfa.org
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Summer Arts Academy 2021
HOST: Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Foundation
DATE: July 5 - July 29, 2021 (Monday thru Thursday only)
TIME: Full day and half day academies are available
VENUE: Barbara Ingram School for the Arts
7 South Potomac St.
Hagerstown, MD 21740
EVENT INFORMATION: Registration is now open for the Barbara Ingram School for the
Arts Foundation’s annual Summer Arts Academy.
Our mission is to provide a creative and supportive environment for young adults to
grow as artists, writers, dancers, actors, musicians, and individuals. The academies
offered represent the various disciplines at Barbara Ingram School for the Arts, giving
younger students a taste of the BISFA experience. All area students are invited to
participate in the following:
Full Day Academies (9 am to 4 pm)
â—Ź 2D Animation (new this year!)
â—Ź Becoming an Actor
â—Ź Cardboard Sculpting
â—Ź Dance
â—Ź Digital Photography
â—Ź Playwriting with a Punch
â—Ź Visual Arts
Half Day Academies (9 am to noon)
â—Ź Band
â—Ź Creative Writing
â—Ź Filmmaking 101 (new this year!)
â—Ź Guitar
â—Ź Piano
â—Ź Vocal
Four scholarships are available for students this year, as well as internship and
sponsorship opportunities. Due to class size limitations, early registration is encouraged.
CONTACT: Mimi Dickinson, Executive Director at
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City Park Summer Concert Series 2021
is sponsored by:
Washington County Arts Council, Inc.
City of Hagerstown
104.7 WAYZ Radio
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Summer Camps are filling quickly! Make sure you get your registration in today!
If you are looking to get involved before the summer, check out the next session of classes we have coming up, register for our 5K and sign up for our June Master Class with starts from Heathers, Jesus Christ Superstar and Bring it On the Musical!
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Registration for Session 4 is still open!
Session 4 includes a course in Dance or one in Costuming! Additional sessions and class offerings will be added soon. Check out our website for more information or register below!
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Authentic Community Theatre
presents SIFTA Performing Arts Academy
Gone But Not Forgotten - A Tribute To Great Musicians
At The Maryland Theatre
Showcase Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 2 pm
Individual tickets on sale to the public Friday, March 5, 2021 at 11 am
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We are SO EXCITED to bring
not 1 but 3 theatre and music industry professionals to Hagerstown!
Join us June 5th for an auditions master class and concert with all 3 actors.
Participants and observers for the class will get the opportunity for
one on one interaction with the visiting artists.
The concert performance is open to all ages!
Click the link for more information!
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The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 11 am-4:30 pm
301-790-2000
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Zoom Genealogy Research Consultations
at the Washington County, MD Historical Society
Every Wednesday from 12 pm - 4 pm
Have you hit a brick wall? Are you just starting out and don't know how to begin? From beginner to expert, over Zoom, our staff genealogical researcher can help you out!
Our staff genealogical researcher will be available every Wednesday from 12 pm to 4 pm over Zoom by appointment only for one-on-one online genealogy consultations. For more information or to book an online appointment, don't hesitate to reach out!
Washington County Historical Society
135 W. Washington Street
Hagerstown, Md 21740
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The Maryland Theatre announces that EagleMania scheduled for Saturday, March 6, 2021, has been rescheduled to Sunday, September 19, 2021. Ticketholders original ticket dated March 2020, will be valid for the rescheduled performance.
Tickets are transferable and will be valid in the same form ticket holders have them in currently for the new date & showtime.
Options if ticketholders are unable to attend the new date:
1. Share the tickets with a friend or family member
2. Re-sell them online at Ticketmaster.com
3. Consider the ticket value of a donation to the performance entity
For more information on upcoming events and performances at The Maryland Theatre, please visit mdtheatre.org
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500 ext. 113
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The Maryland Theatre announces that Celtic Women has been rescheduled from Sunday, March 7, 2021, to Sunday, March 27, 2022
For more information on upcoming events and performances at The Maryland Theatre, please contact Audrey Vargason, Business Relations Manager, (301) 790-3500 ext. 113 or ajv@mdtheatre.org

21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500 ext. 113
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The Maryland Theatre announces that Remembering Hee Haw has been rescheduled from Sunday, May 23, 2021, to Sunday, May 22, 2022
For more information on upcoming events and performances at The Maryland Theatre, please contact Audrey Vargason, Business Relations Manager, (301) 790-3500 ext. 113 or ajv@mdtheatre.org
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 790-3500 ext. 113
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It is time to think of Summer Camp!
It is time to add/up-date local camp information
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To include your art events in the arts calendar of the Washington County Arts Council’s website
To join the Artist Registry of the Washington County Arts Council’s
To include your art events in future editions of Artist Alley, the electronic newsletter of the Washington County Arts Council, email art information to maryanneb@washingtoncountyats.com.
Please specify organization, program, dates, brief description, location, ticket price and contact information. Please also include a photo or graphic.
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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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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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click the button below - Thank you!
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