Jonathan Henderson, an eighth grader at Robert Frost Middle School in Rockville, was recently accepted for an international orchestra summer camp and will perform at Carnegie Hall.
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Andrew Italia is a Quince Orchard High School graduate and MoCo resident. When he was in college at the University of Maryland, he was the movie critic for The Maryland Diamondback. During his time as the movie critic, he began making Oscar predictions for all 24 categories. His all-time record is 21 out of 24, but he usually falls in the 18-20 range. Below is his Top 12 movie list for 2023. For more movies on Twitter/X, see @italia_budo
The 2024 Oceans Calling Festival will take place September 27-29 on the Ocean City, MD Boardwalk. The three day music and art festival is organized in partnership with Rockville natives O.A.R, who will also be performing several sets at the event. (more…)
Olney Theatre Center, an official state theatre of Maryland, has begun construction on the overhaul of its 1938 Original Theatre and announced that upon completion, the venue will be renamed the Bernard Family Theatre, in recognition of a $1 million gift from philanthropist Cathy Bernard. A dedication ceremony will be held once construction is complete in the fall.
Calling all artists! The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center is looking for your help to create a unique and vibrant art installation for its outdoor pool. Per the social media posting, “This is a great opportunity for a professional artist to showcase their talent and make a lasting impact on the community.”
Phil Barnes, MCPS coordinator of instrumental music and theatre since 2020x has been involved with the Baltimore Ravens marching band since 2010 as a musician, drum major, music arranger and instructional staff member. Since 2022, he has been the mellophone section leader.
Montgomery Blair High School, located at 51 University Blvd E in Silver Spring, celebrated Black History Month with its Sankofa production- a tradition for 15 years.
The Wheaton Arts Parade is accepting submissions for this year’s poster contest. The 8th Annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival takes place on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
“Soulful Panes,” a new window art installation celebrating Black and Women’s History months, is now on display in Wheaton. (more…)
Wootton High School’s Acappella group, The Acatonics, have done it again. Just a week after winning first place overall, along with best soloist and vocal percussionist, at SingStrong New York, The Acatonics won first place in the prestigious International Competition of High School Acappella (ICHSA) Quarter Final Competition on Saturday Feb. 10th.
The Folklore Society of Greater Washington released the following statement regarding the 2024 Washington Folk Festival at Glen Echo Park: (more…)