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Fiddler on the Roof

Presented by Olney Theatre Center

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Nov 08

Dec 31

Fiddler on the Roof

Presented by Olney Theatre Center at Olney Theatre Center

Tradition! The word itself is synonymous with this most classic of American musicals, set in the tiny shtetl of Anatevka. People all over the world...

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Winter Lights Festival

Presented by City of Gaithersburg Arts and Events

Nov 17

Dec 31

Winter Lights Festival

Presented by City of Gaithersburg Arts and Events at Seneca Creek State Park

The wondrous display of lights at Seneca Creek State Park will be open nightly November 24 through December 31. The festival is closed on December...

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre presents the The Nutcracker and The Nutcracker Suite

Presented by Metropolitan Ballet Theatre

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Dec 02 - 10

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre presents the The Nutcracker and The Nutcracker Suite

Presented by Metropolitan Ballet Theatre at Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center

This holiday season, bring your friends and family to Metropolitan Ballet Theatre's classic ballet, The Nutcracker. MBT is celebrating it's 35th year...

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Community Sing

Presented by Levine Music

Ongoing

Community Sing

Presented by Levine Music at Levine Music - MD Campus: Silver Spring

Community Sings brings people of all ages and skill levels together to create beautiful music. This fun, energetic program will have you singing...

Winter Holiday Basket 'O Fun

Presented by Gaithersburg Community Museum

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Dec 06 - 31

Winter Holiday Basket 'O Fun

Presented by Gaithersburg Community Museum at Gaithersburg Community Museum

The Museum celebrates the winter holidays throughout December with the "Winter Holiday Basket 'O Fun"! It's like a treasure trove of fun and...

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Celebrates the Season & Holiday Market

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

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Dec 09

Celebrates the Season & Holiday Market

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

Join BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown, MD for an outdoor holiday market with child choirs performing your favorite holiday song selections...

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Kids + Family

A Year with Frog and Toad

Presented by Imagination Stage

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Nov 15

Jan 07

A Year with Frog and Toad

Presented by Imagination Stage at Imagination Stage

Based on the books by Arnold Lobel Book and lyrics by Willie Reale Music by Robert Reale Directed by Ashleigh King Join cheerful Frog and grumpy...

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Kentlands Mansion Community Trim-a-Tree

Presented by City of Gaithersburg Arts and Events

Dec 01 - 18

Kentlands Mansion Community Trim-a-Tree

Presented by City of Gaithersburg Arts and Events at Kentlands Mansion

Kentlands Mansion is crowd sourcing its tree trimming this year. Create handmade ornaments then hang them at your leisure throughout December on the...

Holly Trolley Fest 2023

Presented by National Capital Trolley Museum

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Dec 02 - 23

Holly Trolley Fest 2023

Presented by National Capital Trolley Museum at National Capital Trolley Museum

The National Capital Trolley Museum’s annual Holly Trolley Fest will be held this year December 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, and 23, from 11am - 4:30pm! Visit...

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Winter's Eve

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

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Dec 09

Winter's Eve

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture at Glen Echo Park

Families will gather at the Park for Winter’s Eve on December 9th: a holiday event designed with all ages in mind. There will be children's crafts,...

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Jungle Discovery

Presented by Imagination Stage

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Dec 26

Jan 14

Jungle Discovery

Presented by Imagination Stage at Imagination Stage

Participants enter a fantastical jungle world where they may dress up as exotic creatures and explore the beautiful flora and fauna. Led...

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Art

20th Annual Bethesda Painting Awards-Call For Artists

Presented by Bethesda Urban Partnership

Nov 13

Feb 27

20th Annual Bethesda Painting Awards-Call For Artists

Presented by Bethesda Urban Partnership at Gallery B

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 20th annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local...

Gallery Opening Reception | "Of the Angels" at Riverworks Gallery, featuring the Paintings of Sheryl Massaro

Presented by Riverworks Art Center

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Nov 15

Dec 31

Gallery Opening Reception | "Of the Angels" at Riverworks Gallery, featuring the Paintings of Sheryl Massaro

Presented by Riverworks Art Center at Locals Farm Market

With visions of celestial beings, flashes of nature, and everyday scenes both dreamlike and real, Sheryl Massaro connects the cosmic with the...

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VisArts Class - Wood Burning: Ornaments

Presented by VisArts

Nov 18

Dec 19

VisArts Class - Wood Burning: Ornaments

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

Using a pyrography tool, students will learn to decorate wooden ornaments with woodburning techniques. This class is for ages 14 and up.

Holiday Art Show & Sale

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

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Nov 18

Jan 07

Holiday Art Show & Sale

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture at Glen Echo Park

The Holiday Art Show & Sale runs the full length of the holiday season from November 18, 2023 – January 7, 2024. Visitors can stop by the Popcorn...

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BLUE - Visual and Performing Arts Department Faculty & Staff Exhibition

Presented by The Visual and Performing Arts at Montgomery College, Takoma Park Campus.

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Nov 27

Jan 05

BLUE - Visual and Performing Arts Department Faculty & Staff Exhibition

Presented by The Visual and Performing Arts at Montgomery College, Takoma Park Campus. at King Street Gallery

Silver Spring, MD – King Street Gallery at Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus presents: “BLUE: Visual and Performing Arts...

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VisArts Class - Needle Felting: Ornaments

Presented by VisArts

Nov 28

Dec 23

VisArts Class - Needle Felting: Ornaments

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

Create your own softy, fuzzy ornaments with wool and a felting needle! In this holiday workshop, students will make a 2D wool piece to hang up or a...

December in the Galleries with Montgomery Art Association

Presented by Artists & Makers Studios

Nov 29

Dec 20

December in the Galleries with Montgomery Art Association

Presented by Artists & Makers Studios at Artists & Makers Studios

Artists & Makers Studios on Parklawn Drive in Rockville is delighted to host Montgomery Art Association (MAA) for the month of December. The exhibit,...

VisArts Class - Parol Lantern Workshop

Presented by VisArts

Dec 01 - 17

VisArts Class - Parol Lantern Workshop

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

Create a star of the holidays! Join us for a special workshop in which you’ll make your own festive parol – a traditional, ornamental Filipino...

Celebration Market

Presented by Wheaton Arts Parade

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Dec 02 - 24

Celebration Market

Presented by Wheaton Arts Parade at Wheaton Arts Parade Gallery (westfield wheaton mall)

It’s the holiday season & we’re hosting an artist & makers market at our gallery located inside Westfield Wheaton Mall. Shop unique gifts...

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Bethesda Art Walk

Presented by Bethesda Urban Partnership

Dec 08

Bethesda Art Walk

Presented by Bethesda Urban Partnership at Triangle Art Studios

The Bethesda Art Walk returns on Friday December 8th. Select Bethesda galleries will be showcasing art created locally, nationally, and...

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Music

Intermediate Voice for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 11

Dec 18

Intermediate Voice for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

This class is designed for more experienced singers and those who have taken Introduction to Singing for Adults and want continued refinement of...

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Introduction to Singing for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 11

Dec 18

Introduction to Singing for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Yes, you can sing! It’s never too late to learn! In a group setting, enjoy learning ways to warm up your voice for the best sound, range, and vocal...

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Sparks! Vocal Ensemble

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 11

Dec 18

Sparks! Vocal Ensemble

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Ignite the musical spark in your child. The Washington Conservatory’s performing ensemble teaches age-appropriate vocal techniques for proper...

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Washington Conservatory Community Chorus

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 12

Dec 19

Washington Conservatory Community Chorus

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Love to sing? Join our new no-audition community chorus - everyone is welcome! Note-reading is not required. Sing in four-part harmony, music from...

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Let's Sing! Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 12

Dec 19

Let's Sing! Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Become a singing star! Learn songs from popular films and other genres while having fun learning to breathe and care for the young voice and...

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Intermediate Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 13

Dec 20

Intermediate Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

This class is designed for more experienced violin students and those who have taken Introductory Irish Fiddle who want to continue their studies and...

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Introductory Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 13

Dec 20

Introductory Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

For adult violinists who are interested in learning more about traditional Irish fiddling. Explore various rhythms and tune types, experiment with...

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Drumming for Kids Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 16

Jan 06

Drumming for Kids Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Rhythm is the heartbeat of music in every country. Have fun playing drums with your hands and with sticks. From Africa to Latin America to New York...

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Conservatory Kids Levels 1 & 2 Combined Music Class (Ages 18 months - 5 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 16

Jan 06

Conservatory Kids Levels 1 & 2 Combined Music Class (Ages 18 months - 5 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

For caregiver and child (ages 18 months - 5 years). Perfect for siblings. Sing, clap, dance, play to music of all styles: movie, classical, popular...

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Conservatory Kids Level 1 Music Class (Ages 1 - 3 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 16

Jan 06

Conservatory Kids Level 1 Music Class (Ages 1 - 3 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

For caregiver and child (ages 1 - 3 years). Tap into your child’s magical sense of wonder. Our youngest musicians will enjoy singing, moving, and...

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Theatre

The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe

Presented by Adventure Theatre MTC

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Nov 16

Jan 07

The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe

Presented by Adventure Theatre MTC at Adventure Theatre MTC

November 17, 2023 – January 7, 2024 Based on the story by C.S. Lewis Dramatized by le Clanché du Rand Directed by Tom Story Recommended for...

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Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley

Presented by Arts Barn

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Nov 24

Dec 10

Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley

Presented by Arts Barn at Arts Barn

Spend the holiday season with your favorite Pride and Prejudice characters as they gather at Pemberley, the stately home of Mr. and Mrs. Darcy. In...

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A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas

Presented by Olney Theatre Center

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Nov 24

Dec 31

A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas

Presented by Olney Theatre Center at Olney Theatre Center

It wouldn’t be Christmas without Paul Morella’s stunning solo rendition of Charles Dickens’s classic tale that represents everything great...

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As You Dig It

Presented by Lumina Studio Theatre

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Dec 09 - 16

As You Dig It

Presented by Lumina Studio Theatre at Silver Spring Black Box Theatre

It’s 1968 in San Francisco, a time of culture clash, flower power, and….Shakespeare?! That’s right folks, the Arden Players Community Theatre...

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A Taste For Murder Productions presents: The Last Noel

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

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Dec 15 - 17

A Taste For Murder Productions presents: The Last Noel

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

The first rule of the office holiday party is not to embarrass yourself. The second rule is not to kill anyone. But sometimes, rules are meant to be...

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