The Amazing Interactive Adventure!
Date - 2/13/10 - 4/3/10
Location - Maryland Ensemble Theatre 31 W. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701
Contact - www.marylandensemble.org or call 301-694-4744

The Fun Company opens up the New Year with the world premiere original show The Amazing Interactive Adventure! at The Maryland Ensemble Theatre. The adventure begins February 13th! 

A young girl named Alex discovers a fantastic device that uncontrollably whisks her away to far off lands and distant times. With the help and participation of the audience, she gets herself out of sticky situations and makes exciting new friends along the way. But will she ever find her way home? Hungry monsters and alien planets, magical wizards and singing pirates... What will she encounter and how will she prevail? You decide! The cast includes Matt Baughman, Michelle Simms, Vanessa Strickland and Karli Cole as Alex. 

The Amazing Interactive Adventure! performs every Saturday at 2:00pm from February 13th – April 3rd at The Maryland Ensemble Theatre. All tickets are $12.  For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit our website at www.marylandensemble.org or call 301-694-4744. 

Sunil Sukla Art Exhibit
Date - 2/26/10 - 4/30/10
Location - 8420-B Gas House Pike, Frederick
Contact - 301-662-4164

This art exhibit will feature watercolors and mixed media work by Bangladesh-native Sunil Sukla at the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce's training room and is a part of the Frederick Arts Council's ArtinBusiness program.  A special meet and greet with the artist will be held on April 8th from 7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. as part of the Chamber’s Coffee & Contacts.  Pre-registration is required.

GALLERY 322 Presents the Paintings of Walt Bartman
Date - 3/1/10 - 3/31/10
Location - 322 N. Market Street, Frederick, MD
Contact - www.yellowbarnstudio.com

Walter Bartman, is a well known Maryland artist and Braddock Heights resident. Many of his paintings reflect his sensitivity to light and color. Known as a colorist, Mr. Bartman selects his subjects from a variety of sources. For him, Color’s emotionalism is symbolic. He sees himself as a symbolist. In much of his work, Mr. Bartman paints what he finds fascinating and after finishing the painting he searches for it's deeper meaning.  Walter Bartman has an international reputation as an artist and teacher. He is founder and director of the Yellow Barn Studio in Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, Maryland. His career spans 39 years. He has been featured on national TV shows and many periodicals including the New York Times. He is listed  in the Art and Artist Files in the Hirshhorn Museum Library Collection. He maintains studios in Braddock Heights, Tilghman Island and Glen Echo, Maryland.   Gallery Hours are Tuesday and Thursday – Sunday from 12 - 5 p.m.  An Artist Reception will be held on Saturday, March 6th from 4 - 8 p.m.

Gallery Exhibit featuring work by Mark Stokesbury
Date - 3/4/10 - 3/30/10
Location - Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County
Contact - Frederick Arts Coucil -301 662-4190
A watercolor exhibit in black, grey, and white by Mark Stokesbury features portraits of people the artist views as his personal heros and icons, many of whom operate on the fringes of society.  This exhibit is free and open to the public and there will be a gallery opening reception on Saturday, March 6th from 5 - 9pm.  To enter the exhibit is located at 15 North Market Street in downtown Frederick.  Normal exhibit hours are Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm.  For more information, please contact the Frederick Arts Council at 301-662-4190 or at www.frederickartscouncil.org.

No DOG Theater presents ‘Doubt: A Parable’
Date - 3/12/10 - 3/20/10
Location - Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County
Contact - 301-662-4190

No DOG Theater presents ‘Doubt: A Parable’, by John Patrick Shanley.  The play will be held on March 12,13,19,20 at 8pm at the Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County.  In this powerful drama, a Catholic nun takes matters into her own hands, when she suspects a priest of improper relations with her students. A suggested cash donation of $20 is requested.

 

The Spires Brass Band presents “Gershwin!”
Date - 3/13/10
Location - Kussmaul Theatre, Frederick Community College
Contact - www.spiresbrassband.org

The award winning Spires Brass Band will present a concert of the music of George Gershwin, featuring pianist Annamaria Mottola. Annamaria is the White House pianist and a member of the U.S.Marine Band. She will perform “Rhapsody in Blue” and a jazz version of “I Got Rhythm”.  The Spires Brass Band will perform selections from “Porgy and Bess”, “Cuban Overture”, Suite from “American in Paris”, “Embraceable You”, featuring trombonist Jay Gibble, and other Gershwin compositions. The concert starts at 8:00 p.m.  Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and students.

Frederick Artist Market
Date - 3/28/10
Location - Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD
Contact - 301-662-4190
The Frederick Artist Market is an indoor arts and crafts market that features the work of up to 25 local artists, including jewelry, pottery, art, photography, and other hand-crafted items.  The event, which is free to attend and open to the public, runs from 1:00-5:00 p.m.  The Frederick Artist Market happens six times per year.  For more information, call the Frederick Arts Council at 301-662-4190.

ADDY Award Winners Gallery Exhibit
Date - 4/1/10 - 4/27/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center - 15 W. Patrick St.
Contact - Jen Dobbins 301 662-4190
The Greater Frederick Advertising Federation celebrates the 2010 ADDY Award Winners in a Gallery Exhibit which features exceptional graphic design in Frederick County. Daily 9:30 – 5:30pm,  Opening Reception 5pm – 9pm Saturday, 4/3/10

Alice in Wonderland
Date - 4/2/10 - 4/3/10
Location - Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD
Contact - 301-600-2828 or http://bit.ly/Alice_in_Wonderland

Other Voices, Inc. presents the original family theatre event, Alice in Wonderland, now celebrating its 14th year!  The production features the highly-acclaimed Dance Unlimited Repertory Company as well as actors from the tri-state region.  Choreography and staging are by Donna B. Grim with libretto and staging by Charlie Smith.  Alice will be in performance at the Weinberg Center on Friday, April 2nd, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.

and Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.  General Admission tickets are $20 for Adults, $15 for Students/Seniors and $10 for Children (under age 6). To purchase tickets for Alice, contact

the Weinberg Center box office at 301-600-2828 or visit the Weinberg online at http://bit.ly/Alice_in_Wonderland.  For group ticket sales contact the Performing Arts Factory ticket line at 301-662-3722. Other Voices, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization.

New Life Christian School Presents: "The Dastardly Doctor Devereaux"
Date - 4/15/10 - 4/17/10
Location - Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County
Contact - 301-663-8418

Lotta Cash, a wealthy widow, must be on the lookout!  The evil Dr. Devereaux plans to marry Lotta so he can inherit her fortune and her late husband’s clinic.  With the help of the nasty nurse, Hilda Hatchet, he promises to wed her after he gets rid of Lotta.  With an abundance of zany patients, wild tunes and a hilarious plot, the audience will be left in stitches! “The Dastardly Doctor Devereaux” was written by Billy St. John and appears through Pioneer Drama Service, Inc. Tickets are $8.00 in advance and $10 at the door.  For more information, or for tickets, please contact New Life Christian School at 301-663-8418 or email cbrittingham@newlifecs.org. 

The New Saturday Morning Family Series: The Comedy of Adam Ace!
Date - 4/24/10
Location - the Weinberg Center for the Arts
Contact - 301-600-2828 or online at www.weinbergcenter.org

Tremendous, kid-friendly entertainment comes to the Weinberg Center for the Arts on April 24 at 10:30am. Be a part of the magic as Adam Ace combines physical comedy, improvisation, music, props, stand up comedy and audience participation in one hilarious stage adventure.  Adam has appeared on America’s Got Talent, is a two-time winner of Comedian of The Year by the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities. 

Tickets for all programs: $7 for Adults and $5 for Students, Seniors and Children.

To purchase tickets, call the Weinberg Center for the Arts at 301-600-2828 or online at www.weinbergcenter.org 

The Mayors Ball for the Arts
Date - 4/24/10
Location - Frederick Municipal Airport 310 Aviation Way, Frederick, MD 21701.
Contact - The Frederick Arts Council - 301-662-4190

The Mayors Ball for the Arts is a special Gala organized by the Frederick Arts Council with the objective of helping to raise money for the Frederick Festival of Arts, a nationally juried fine arts festival in downtown Frederick. You will enjoy the best food and best entertainment while dining in the unique atmosphere of an elegantly decorated airplane hangar at the Frederick Municipal Airport. Hours of the Event:  7:00pm – 12:00am. Take part in the fun and festivities while knowing that you are supporting a great cause.  And again this year, the goal is to make the 2010 Festival of the Arts free of charge.  Call to receive an invitation and more details.

Frederick Artist Market
Date - 4/25/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center of Frederick
Contact - 301-662-4190 or jdobbins@frederickartscouncil.org
The indoor arts and crafts market features the work of up to 20 local artists, including jewelry, pottery, art, photography, and other hand-crafted items.  The event, which is free to attend and open to the public, will be held from 1 - 5pm.  The Frederick Artist Market happens six times per year.  For more information, including how to participate, contact the Frederick Arts Council at 301-662-4190 or via email jdobbins@frederickartscouncil.org.

First Saturday Gallery Exhibit – Featured Artist John Holly
Date - 4/29/10 - 6/1/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center 15N. Market St. Frederick Md.
Contact - Frederick Arts Council - 301 662-4190

This exhibit will feature the self taught artist of John Holly. John specializes in painting and mixed media works. An opening reception for the show will take place on Saturday, May 1st  from 5:00-9:00 p.m. The artwork will be available for purchase.

Landless Theatre Co. presents “Perez Hilton Saves the Universe”
Date - 4/30/10 - 5/10/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center - 15 W. Patrick St.
Contact - 301-662-4190 or www.landlesstheatrecompany.org.
Landless Theatre Company presents Perez Hilton Saves the Universe. Perez Hilton is coming to the Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County for Friday and Saturday Performances!  The show explores a normal day in the life of gossip blogger Perez Hilton.  Show times are 8pm-10pm. Tickets are $15. For more information, visit www.landlesstheatrecompany.org.  Enjoy one complimentary drink with the purchase of ticket.

Ninth Annual Frederick Chocolate Gala
Date - 5/2/10
Location - Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick Street, Frederick
Contact - www.chocolategala.org
Attendees will have an opportunity to sample chocolates from some of Frederick’s finest restaurants, caterers, chocolatiers, and chefs.  In addition, live entertainment and a silent auction are other major highlights of this annual celebration.  The event runs from 4:00-7:00 p.m.  Tickets are $35 in advance.

First Saturday Gallery Exhibit – Featured Artist Leiann Kline
Date - 6/3/10 - 6/29/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick Street, Frederick
Contact - The Frederick Arts Council - 301-662-4190

This exhibit will feature the cut linoleum prints by Frederick artist Leiann Kline.  Her artwork captures themes from the West.  An opening reception for the show will take place on Saturday, June 5th from 5:00-9:00 p.m.  The artwork will be available for purchase.

Frederick Festival of the Arts
Date - 6/5/10 - 6/6/10
Location - Carroll Creek Linear Park in Historic Downtown Frederick Md
Contact - 301 662-4190 or info@frederickartscouncil.org

The 17th Annual Frederick Festival of the Arts will be held June 5th and 6th on Carroll Creek in Historic Downtown Frederick, Maryland.  This Juried Fine Arts and Craft Festival will host over 115 visual artists from around the country.  The Festival will also include top-notch performing artists and children's activities. This year festival admission is FREE to all!

First Saturday Gallery Exhibit – Featured Artist Tom Kozar
Date - 7/1/10 - 8/3/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick Street, Frederick
Contact - Frederick Arts Coucil -301 662-4190

This exhibit will feature paintings and photographic art by Frederick artist Tom Kozar.  An opening reception for the show will take place on Saturday, July 3rd from 5:00-9:00 p.m.  The artwork will be available for purchase.

First Saturday Gallery Exhibit – Featured Artist Bev Ridinger
Date - 9/2/10 - 9/28/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick Street, Frederick
Contact - The Frederick Arts Council - 301-662-4190

This exhibit will feature mixed media with an emphasis on the incorporation of bright colors and mirrors in the works of Frederick artist Bev Ridinger.  An opening reception for the show will take place on Saturday, September 4th from 5:00-9:00 p.m.  The artwork will be available for purchase.

4th Annual Frederick Fashion Week
Date - 9/16/10 - 9/18/10
Location - The Cultural Arts Center - 15 N. Market St. Frederick, Md 21701
Contact - Frederick Arts Coucil -301 662-4190
Frederick Fashion Week is back for the fourth year!  Organized by the Frederick Arts Council, this event celebrates fashion as art.  This event includes fashion shows featuring local clothing boutiques, salons, and accessory stores, and includes many other special events.  You will not want to miss this party!  Cocktail hour 7-8pm, Fashion Show 8pm. Stay tuned for updates on this signature event hosted by the Frederick Arts Council. For more information, call the Frederick Arts Council at 301-662-4190 or email info@frederickartscouncil.org

Frederick Theater Season Launch Party
Date - 9/23/10
Location - the Cultural Arts Center 15N. Market St. Frederick, MD
Contact - 301 662-4190 or info@frederickartscouncil.org

Theater groups in Frederick County are joining together to unveil their 2009-2010 theater season and the public is invited to attend this party.  This event, organized by the Frederick Theatre Collective and the Frederick Arts Council, will provide attendees an opportunity to preview the various musicals, plays, and performances scheduled for the year.  Enjoy refreshments and learn about the various upcoming productions, while having a chance to win great door prizes.

National Arts and Humanities Month Celebration
Date - 10/1/10 - 10/31/10
Location - Various Locations
Contact - 301 662-4190 or info@frederickartscouncil.org

The Frederick Arts Council, along with many other arts organizations in Frederick County, is again sponsoring special activities and events during National Arts and Humanities Month.  For a printed calendar of events listing, please contact the Frederick Arts Council offices at 301-662-4190 or stop by the Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County.  This year, the organization will again sponsor the Arts Passport which provides an opportunity for individuals to visit four different arts and humanities activities for a chance to win great prizes.

FCAA Member Show
Date - 10/2/10 - 11/2/10
Location - the Cultural Arts Center of Frederick - 15N. Market St.
Contact - 301 662-4190 or info@frederickartscouncil.org

This annual art exhibit features work by members of the Frederick County Art Association.  An opening reception will take place on Saturday, Oct. 2nd from 5:00-9:00 p.m.  Normal gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and by special appointment.

5th Annual Celebration of the Arts Dinner
Date - 10/20/10
Location - The Ceresville Mansion 8529 Liberty Road Frederick, Maryland 21701
Contact - 301 662-4190 or info@frederickartscouncil.org

The Frederick Arts Council is hosting its annual Celebration of the Arts Dinner on Wednesday, October 20th.  A reception begins at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m.  The event will feature a keynote speaker, performance, recognition of annual grant recipients, as well as presentation of several annual awards.  This event serves as the primary gathering of artists, arts organizations, and arts supporters in Frederick County.  For more information, contact executive director Shuan Butcher at sbutcher@frederickartscouncil.org.

Frederick Festival of Greens
Date - 11/26/10 - 12/6/10
Location - the Cultural Arts Center 15N. Market St. Frederick MD
Contact - 301 662-4190 or info@frederickartscouncil.org

Over 100 decorated and themed wreaths and trees are expected to adorn the Cultural Arts Center during the second annual Frederick Festival of Greens.  The wreaths and trees, ranging from the fancy to the funky, are decorated by local artists, businesses, school groups, community organizations, and other residents.  Individuals can bid on the decorated pieces throughout the festival during a silent auction.

In addition to the wreaths being on display, an array of holiday activities are planned during the eight-day event, truly making it a festival atmosphere. People can enjoy holiday entertainment, movies, hands-on activities, and much more.  Most of the activities are free and open to the public and enjoyable for the entire family.  The festival is being coordinated with the Frosty Friday activities, which is sponsored by Downtown Frederick Partnership.