Originally commissioned and staged by the Everyman, the role of Shirley will be played by Liverpool actor Helen Carter in a revival directed by Stephen Fletcher. 

Willy Russell is one of the most celebrated and widely produced writers of his generation, with works regularly produced across the globe. Willy has had a long association with the Everyman; his breakthrough as a writer came in 1974 with John Paul George Ringo… & Bert, which transferred to the West End and won numerous awards. Further stage plays at the Everyman included Breezeblock Park (1975) and Stags and Hens (1978). After huge international success with Blood Brothers and Educating Rita, he returned to the Everyman in 1986, writing the iconic Shirley Valentine.

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Willy Russell's Shirley Valentine

Everyman Theatre

Jump in - the water’s fine! Host Maria Broom and a piano quintet will be our guides as we experience a sea of musical delight, sing about frogs and fish, and dive into music all about the water.

Music Box: Life in the Water

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

BlackRock Center for the Arts, MD

The final part of IN Series’ Monteverdi trilogy, Poppea brings the composer’s most famous and audacious final opera of love, power, sex, and betrayal to life inspired by the performance tradition of South India, and specifically Bharatanatyam dance. This landmark production, running March 14-30 at Dupont Underground, St. Mark’s Capitol Hill and Baltimore Theatre Project, is of one of opera’s undisputed masterpieces. IN Series’ production will be a collaboration with Indo-American choreographer Hari Krishnan, whose work brilliantly combines the aesthetics of this traditional dance form with contemporary movement and questions of gender norms, and will feature original dance music composed by sitar player Ami Dang, and mridangam percussionist Rajna Swaminathan. The work will be directed and conducted by IN Series Artistic Director Timothy Nelson and feature a cast of local favorites and international artists known for their interpretations of opera of the Baroque. The INnovātiō Orchestra, IN Series’ own period baroque band, will blend music of South India in an evening of whirling passion, music, poetry, and dance. Opening night will be a celebration of the Indian festival of Holi.

Poppea

Dupont Underground

St Marks Capitol Hill

Baltimore Theatre Project

Mini Maestros is an interactive, multi-sensory music session for children and their grown-ups. With percussion, signing and dance, the sessions present an engaging platform for children to explore sound and song whilst learning and having fun! 

Mini Maestros

Dog Man: The Musical

Florida Theater

Akron Civic Theatre

Wheeler Opera House

The Lyric Baltimore

Vilar Performing Arts Center

UB Centre for the Arts

Ovens Auditorium

Aiken Theatre

Parker Playhouse

Embassy Theater

Saroyan Theatre

Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

Bob Hope Theater

Lowell Memorial Auditorium

Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

Uihlein Hall

Saenger Theatre

Tennessee Performing Arts Center

Carson Center for the Performing Arts

Santander Performing Arts Center

Peoria Civic Center

Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center

Eisemann Center

Carpenter Theatre/Dominion Energy Center

Coronado Theatre

Eccles Theater

Balboa Theatre

Proctors Theater

Grand Opera House

Warner Theatre

F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

The young Spanish conductor Roberto González-Monjas makes his BSO debut with a testament to the universal power of music, culminating in a rare reading of Mendelssohn’s deeply spiritual “Reformation” Symphony.  Bartók's Third Piano Concerto, finished in his final days, peers into the unknown with grace and humility, qualities brought to the forefront through the sensitive artistry of the Korean pianist Yeol Eum Son. The British composer Hannah Kendall harnesses ordinary sounds and everyday objects in an imaginative new work.

Mendelssohn & Bartók

The Music Center at Strathmore

George and Martha return to their New England home drunk at 2AM to await another couple coming over for more drinks. What begins as a game of mental chess between the hosts turns into a marital battlefield exposing the truth lurking beneath their shattering marriage. This Pulitzer Prize nominated play is the perfect blend of explosive comedy and harrowing drama, filled with depth, tension, and wit.

Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Join us for an unforgettable evening of piano mastery with Leif Ove Andsnes at the Shriver Hall Concert Series. This highly anticipated performance, part of The Sidney & Charlton Friedberg Concert, is set to take place on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 5:30 pm in the prestigious Shriver Hall.

Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes, celebrated for his extraordinary talent and hailed as one of the most gifted musicians of his generation by the Wall Street Journal, returns to Baltimore after 25 years. The New York Times praises Andsnes for the extraordinary happenings when he sits in front of the keyboard, bringing his brilliance to a program that includes Chopin’s cycle of Preludes and Grieg’s contemplative piano sonata, showcasing his dazzling talent and passion.

The evening promises to be a journey through the emotive and technical landscapes of classical piano, with a performance length of approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, including an intermission. Attendees are also invited to a Pre-Concert Talk at 4:30 pm in Shriver Hall, offering deeper insights into the program and the opportunity to engage with the music on a more intimate level.

Leif Ove Andsnes has entered an elite circle of pianistic stardom, with a career that spans performances in the world’s leading concert halls and collaborations with foremost orchestras. His return to Baltimore is not just a concert but a celebration of musical excellence, supported by the legacy of Charlton Friedberg, a lifelong music lover whose gift endows this annual concert in memory of her and her late husband, Sidney.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magisterial elegance, power, and insight of Leif Ove Andsnes in a performance that promises to be a highlight of the Shriver Hall Concert Series season. Tickets are available for purchase now. Join us for an evening that celebrates the transformative power of music.

Leif Ove Andsnes, piano

Johns Hopkins University

The Dance Department will open their spaces for parents.

Open Studio Dance Concert

Baltimore School for the Arts

Melody is one of the universal elements of music and defines the music we know and love. A great melody can express ideas and emotions, help tell a story, and bring people together through song. Composers create melodies through a combination of rhythmic patterns, sweeping contours, and expressive qualities. Your students will actually perform with the BSO in this first ever Baltimore presentation of the Carnegie Hall Link-Up Concert experience, "The Orchestra Sings."

The Orchestra Sings

Please join Baltimore School for the Arts Theater Department senior actors and designers in their final production of their high school career, Godspell!

Senior Spring Play: Godspell

Experience the first on-screen adventure of everyone's favorite archaeologist/action hero like never before! Follow along with the adventures of Indiana Jones as he travels across the globe to secure the Ark of the Covenant, accompanied by endearing companions and facing notorious villains. The BSO performs John Williams’ legendary score live from stage while the full-length film plays on the big screen.

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert

Join us for a delightful hour-long performance with the "Notelets: Wind Quintet" at the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) Centre, happening on Friday 28th and Saturday 29th March 2025. This enchanting event is designed to introduce your little ones to the joy of music through the beautiful sounds of a wind quintet, comprising flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, and bassoon. 

The CBSO Wind Quintet invites toddlers and young children to a playful experience where dancing, singing, and active participation are highly encouraged. To make the day even more special, we offer free craft activities before each performance, providing a perfect opportunity for creativity and fun. After the concert, there's a chance to meet the musicians, learn about their instruments, and even try playing some of them, making it a memorable experience for the entire family.

All Notelets performances are inclusive and accessible, with British Sign Language interpretation available to ensure everyone can enjoy the magic of music. Please note that tickets are required for adults and all children over the age of 9 months.

Event Details:
- Dates: Friday 28th and Saturday 29th March 2025
- Venue: CBSO Centre
- Ticket Price: £10 (A per-ticket commission of £3.50 is included for tickets priced over £15)
- Running Time: Approximately 1 hour

This concert is not part of any multi-buy discount, but reduced ticket prices are available for benefit recipients. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to introduce your children to their new favorite music in a fun and interactive setting. Book your tickets now and join the CBSO Wind Quintet for a musical adventure!

Notelets: Wind Quintet

Centre Street Performance Studio

Get ready for a spectacular evening with Broadway Across America on April 1, 2025! The event will take place at the renowned Hippodrome at France-Merrick Performing Arts Center in Baltimore, US. The curtains rise at 19:30, promising a night filled with dazzling performances that will transport you to the heart of New York's theatre scene. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Broadway without leaving your city. Grab your tickets now on Ticketmaster and prepare to be enthralled! For more information, visit baltimore.broadway.com.

Shucked (Touring)

Hippodrome at France-Merrick Performing Arts Center

Please join us in the Schaefer Ballroom for a delightful evening of music.

Spring Symphonic Wind & Ensemble Concert

The Austin Chronicle is thrilled to present an evening of laughter and entertainment with the iconic comedian Paula Poundstone on April 3, 2025. This unforgettable event will take place at the historic Senator Theatre in Baltimore, US, starting at 7:30 PM. Known for her smart, observational humor and spontaneous wit, Paula Poundstone never fails to entertain. Don't miss this chance to experience her legendary stand-up performance live. For more details and ticket information, visit the primary event link. Also, check out the Austin Chronicle's official website and YouTube channel for more exciting events. Get ready for a night filled with laughter and fun!

Paula Poundstone

Senator Theatre

Cole Porter's sophisticated, sexy, and timeless songs continue to inhabit a unique place in society.  It's no wonder his work has been interpreted by countless artists across the decades.  Join Tony DeSare and his guests Bria Skonberg (trumpet/vocals) and John Manzari (tap dance/vocals) as they give their fresh spin on such hits as: "Night and Day," "I Get A Kick Out of You," "I've Got You Under My Skin," "Anything Goes," "It's De-Lovely," "Too Darn Hot," "You're the Top," and many more.

Let's Misbehave: The Songs of Cole Porter

Featuring music by Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice, this musical is based on the 19th century opera by Giuseppe Verdi of the same name. This is the story that tells of the story of a star-crossed love affair between Aida, the captured princess of Nubia, and Radames, the Egyptian captain who enslaved her people. With love and responsibility at odds, Aida and Radames must decide to follow their hearts or lead their people.

Musical Theatre At Morgan State University presents AIDA

Morgan State University - Murphy Fine Arts Center 

Families of all ages will enjoy this production featuring students of the TWIGS Dance Program! This classic ballet is a fun and whimsical story about an eccentric toy maker and his precious doll, Coppélia.

TWIGS: Coppélia

Otto Nicolai’s The Merry Wives of Windsor (Die lustigen Weiber Von Windsor) is a German adaptation of Shakespeare’s beloved play, telling the story of notorious drunkard and womanizer Sir John Falstaff and his attempts to woo two married women. After receiving identical letters from Falstaff suggesting illicit affairs, Frau Fluth and Frau Reich decide to teach him a well-deserved lesson and prove their fidelity to their husbands. At the same time, the Reich’s youngest daughter must thwart her parent’s plans to marry her off.

Events in Baltimore, MD

Willy Russell's Shirley V...

Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse

Music Box: Life in the Wa...

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Poppea

IN Series

Mini Maestros

Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse

Dog Man: The Musical

TheaterWorksUSA

Mendelssohn & Bartók

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Edward Albee’s Who’s Afra...

Everyman Theatre Baltimore

Leif Ove Andsnes, piano

Shriver Hall Concert Series

Open Studio Dance Concert...

Baltimore School for the Arts

The Orchestra Sings

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Senior Spring Play: Godsp...

Baltimore School for the Arts

Indiana Jones and the Rai...

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Notelets: Wind Quintet

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Shucked (Touring)

Broadway Across America

Spring Symphonic Wind & E...

Baltimore School for the Arts

Paula Poundstone

The Austin Chronicle

Let's Misbehave: The Song...

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Musical Theatre At Morgan...

Morgan State University Choir

TWIGS: Coppélia

Baltimore School for the Arts

The Merry Wives of Windso...

University of Maryland School of Music