Come support the arts by joining us for a thrilling and exciting evening of Designer Purse Bingo! There will be chances to win designer purses and accessories by COACH and Michael Kors. Enjoy some tasty treats with a chance to win door prizes and participate in various raffles.
Arts on Stage Presents…
SuperHero Math
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades K-5
Combining Magic, Math and Superheroes in his dazzling production of "Superhero Math!" Multiply your students' excitement for math in a fraction of the time.
We encourage to dress up like your favorite Superhero! (Please no masks)
Arts on Stage Presents…
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
Thursday, March 19, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades 1-5
Stanley Lambchop is your ordinary, everyday, run-of-the-mill, ten-year-old: normal mom and dad, normal little brother, normal life. That's just the problem... for Stanley, life is too normal. He wants to travel the world, do something amazing, something no one's ever seen before. Careful what you wish for, Stanley! One night, the bulletin board on the wall above Stanley's bed comes loose and falls – right on top of Stanley! The next morning, Stanley Lambchop wakes up flat. Not just a little flat... really, REALLY flat! In a whirlwind musical travelogue, Stanley – the ultimate exchange student – scours the globe for a solution to his unusual problem. He's stamped, posted and cancelled from Hollywood and France to Honolulu and beyond. And, whether he's thwarting a robbery at the Louvre Museum in Paris, or "hanging ten" off the coast of Hawaii, Stanley is closing in on his goal of being a three-dimensional boy once more.
Gallery Hours : Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm & Sunday 10am-2pm
The Chesapeake Arts Center has partnered with Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area and Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County for the annual Maryland Day Celebration! This year’s celebration takes place March 19, 2026 - March 25, 2026, around Anne Arundel County.
Take a tour of Maryland-themed events throughout the weekend around the North and West County, starting with CAC’s galleries and our exhibit “Her Maryland: Stories that Inspire” featuring artwork documenting and celebrating Maryland women icons.
To view all Maryland Day events in Anne Arundel County, visit MarylandDay.org.
10:30 am-11:30 am: In our Stories and Art in the Galleries program, come explore local landmarks in the story “Good Night Maryland,” and create a friendly Maryland crab out of all kinds of materials. Ideal for ages 2-9. An Adult must be present with the kids. Free! All ages are welcome, but caregivers MUST be present. Space is limited and registration is required. Please register for each participant individually so we have an accurate headcount of participants.
12:30 pm-2:30 pm: Create your own Maryland coasters using Maryland icons and color in an all-ages art workshop. Free! All ages are welcome, but caregivers MUST be present. Space is limited and registration is required. Please register for each participant individually so we have an accurate headcount of participants.
Gallery Hours: Saturday: 10 am-2 pm & Sunday 10am-2pm
A group exhibition featuring Maryland Women Icons
Hal Gomer Gallery I March 11-April 7, 2026
Reception: March 26, 2026 6-8 pm
HER Maryland: Stories that Inspire exhibition brings to life the extraordinary stories of Maryland’s women icons through a vibrant celebration of art and history. From pioneers and trailblazers to artists, leaders, and changemakers, each work illuminates the vision, strength, and creativity that have shaped Maryland’s culture. This exhibition honors their legacies, sparks reflection, and inspires audiences to recognize the influence and transformative power of women across generations.
This exhibit is on view in our Hal Gomer Gallery from March 11 to April 7, 2026.
A solo exhibition by The Artist Oliver James
Patricia Barland Gallery I February 25-April 7, 2026
Reception: March 26, 2026, 6-8 pm
The Game We Play is a new series from The Artist Oliver James. A play on "The Debt You Owe," a previous series about national wealth built on native land, this new series aims to put the focus on Black towns, cities, and communities that disappeared overnight. An attempt at celebrating what was created, but also a realization of a current reality in their absence. While there isn't a monopoly on gentrification, it's a game that African Americans know all too well. A game of cultural, mental, and physical survival on the move.
This exhibit is on view in our Patricia Barland Gallery from February 25 to April 7, 2026.
Join us for a Q&A with The Artist Oliver James and Cynthia Guillen from Kunta Kinte Celebrations on Wednesday, March 25 from 12-12:30 pm in our Patricia Barland Gallery. Art workshop with The Artist Oliver James to follow from 12:30-1:30 pm. Sponsored by Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area.
This event is free, however registration is required. RSVP FOR Q&A HERE
*This event is free to attend, however registration is required.
Wednesday, March 25
Artist talk: 12-12:30 pm with The Artist Oliver James and Cynthia Guillen from Kunta Kinte Celebrations
Artist led art workshop with The Artist Oliver James: 12:30-1:30 pm
Patricia Barland Gallery
Light refreshments will be provided
*Sponsored by Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area
Join us for a Q&A with The Artist Oliver James and Cynthia Guillen from Kunta Kinte Celebrations on March 25 from 12-12:30 pm in our Patricia Barland Gallery. Art workshop with The Artist Oliver James to follow from 12:30-1:30 pm.
For more information about Kunta Kinte Celebrations, please visit their website at www.kuntakinte.org
For more information about The Artist Oliver James and their current exhibition, The Game We Play, on display at Chesapeake Arts Center, please visit www.theartistoliverjames.com/thegameweplay
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
HER Maryland: Stories that Inspire Exhibition
A group exhibition featuring Maryland Women Icons during Women's History Month
Reception: March 26, 2026 6-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Hal Gomer Gallery
HER Maryland: Stories that Inspire exhibition brings to life the extraordinary stories of Maryland’s women icons through a vibrant celebration of art and history. From pioneers and trailblazers to artists, leaders, and changemakers, each work illuminates the vision, strength, and creativity that have shaped Maryland’s culture. This exhibition honors their legacies, sparks reflection, and inspires audiences to recognize the influence and transformative power of women across generations.
This exhibit is on view in our Hal Gomer Gallery from March 11-April 7, 2026.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
The Game We Play
A solo exhibition by The Artist Oliver James
Reception: March 26, 2026 6-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Patricia Barland Gallery
The Game We Play is a new series from The Artist Oliver James. A play on "The Debt You Owe," a previous series about national wealth built on native land, this new series aims to put the focus on Black towns, cities, and communities that disappeared overnight. An attempt at celebrating what was created, but also a realization of a current reality in their absence. While there isn't a monopoly on gentrification, it's a game that African Americans know all too well. A game of cultural, mental, and physical survival on the move.
This exhibit is on view in our Patricia Barland Gallery from February 25-April 7, 2026.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Maryland Concert Series Presents... Concert Series Presents...
The Regal Beagles
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Hammonds Lane Theatre
3PM
$10 - $25 | $1.30 - $1.75 Fees
Six cool dudes in loose moods bringing you the finest Yacht Rock music from the land of pleasant living! Bring your hat, sunglasses, no sunscreen required, and a cruise along with us, listening to the soft rock classics of the 70s to the mid-80s. Chill out with us during a simpler time, enjoying the classic hits of the Eagles, Journey, Christopher Cross, Chicago, and many, many more!
Arts on Stage Presents…
Macbeth
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10 am
$11.50
Grades 7-12
"What's done cannot be undone."
Four centuries later, Shakespeare's brilliant psychological drama remains one of the world's most iconic studies of the corrosive effect and mesmerizing allure of power. This intense peek into the dark part of the human psyche is both riveting and chilling. We witness Macbeth's tragic, downward spiral from good to bad to the worst, and as his moral compass disintegrates, so does his beloved nation as it reels from the potent violence and amorality of his corrupt and brutal rule.
***70 minute performance***
Arts on Stage Presents…
Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades 5-10
Shakespeare's uproarious comedy is the ideal "first Shakespeare" for elementary students and a riotous roller coaster ride for teens (and teachers).
***This is a 70 minute performance***
Arts on Stage Presents…
Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream
Thursday, April 16, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades 5-10
Shakespeare's uproarious comedy is the ideal "first Shakespeare" for elementary students and a riotous roller coaster ride for teens (and teachers).
***This is a 70 minute performance***
Arts on Stage Presents…
Romeo & Juliet
Friday, April 17, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades 6-12
Shakespeare’s immortal tragedy is presented in a very contemporary setting.
Romeo and Juliet fall in love at a party, but they come from families who hate each other. Knowing they will not be al- lowed to marry publicly, they marry in secret instead. Unfortunately, Romeo kills Juliet’s cousin in a duel, and is forced to leave her to save himself. She hatches a plan to allow them a life together, but a series of miscues turn her hopes to tragedy instead.
***70 minute performance***
Arts on Stage Presents…
A Terrific Time to Tell A Tale
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades K-5
Here is a delightful collection of stories, specially adapted for younger audiences. Inspired by the Brothers Grimm and Aesop’s Fables, the stories include The Fisherman and His Wife, Henny Penny, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, The Bremen Town Musicians, Stubborn as a Mule, The Lion and the Mouse That Returned a Favor, and The Tortoise and the Hare.
This original musical features bold storytelling and a tuneful new score!!
Growing Forward: Showcasing the Creative Success of AACPS Visual Arts Seniors Exhibition
Reception: April 23, 2026, 5-7 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Patricia Barland Gallery and Hal Gomer Gallery
Growing Forward: Showcasing the Creative Success of AACPS Visual Arts Seniors is a celebration of the AACPS seniors who have dedicated themselves to the pursuit of artistic growth. This exhibition includes representation from every high school and spans a wide range of media. The selected artworks highlight the artistic critical thinking, expression, risk-taking, and perseverance of these 2026 graduates.
This exhibition is on view in both our Hal Gomer Gallery and Patricia Barland Gallery from April 16-May 10, 2026.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Arts on Stage Presents…
The Magic School Bus
Monday, April 27, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades K-5
When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart, our young heroes must learn to pull together or risk getting forever lost in the solar system. Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic. A Theatreworks USA Production.
Arts on Stage Presents…
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Friday, May 1, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades PK-2
It's not easy being the Pigeon-you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird CAN do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs, and feathers, Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get every one's wings flapping. A Theatreworks USA Production.
Arts on Stage Presents…
Calpulli Mexican Dance
Thursday, May 7, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades PK-12
Cinco De Mayo is an opportunity for Mexican-Americans to celebrate and share Mexican cultural tradition with friends of all heritages.
With vivid colors passions and rhythms of traditional Mexican dance this dance company presents traditional Mexican music and dance to young audiences worldwide. The company’s performances feature an array of regional dances some dating back as far as 500 years. Portraying the rich diversity of Mexican cultural heritage the didactic setting will engage and entertain audiences of all ages.
Join us for an amazing and breathtaking show! SNEAK PEAK
Arts on Stage Presents…
Fractured Fairytales
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades K-5
Girls rule, as this all-female cast puts classic stories through the contemporary wringer, and finds every laugh in these truly wacky tales. Stories include JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, THE FISHERMAN’S WIFE, and THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE, among others.
Arts on Stage Presents…
Junie B. Jones the Musical
Friday, May 15, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades 1-5
It's Junie B.'s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie's friend, Lucille, doesn't want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard and her teacher, Mr. Scary, thinks she may need glasses. Throw in a friendly cafeteria lady, a kickball tournament and a "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal," and first grade has never been more exciting.
The Weight We Carry
Mental Health Awareness Month Group Exhibition
Reception: May 21, 2026 6-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Hal Gomer Gallery
The Weight We Carry explores the complex, often unseen experiences of mental health through the lens of art. This exhibition features powerful works by artists who confront, express, and transform personal and collective struggles into visual narratives. By illuminating the challenges embedded in mental health journeys, The Weight We Carry invites us to reflect, foster empathy, and engage in conversations that reduce stigma and celebrate human strength.
This exhibit is on view in our Hal Gomer Gallery from May 16-June 14, 2026.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Disassociations
A solo exhibition by Artist Lillian Chun
Reception: May 21, 2026 6-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Patricia Barland Gallery
Blending painting, sculpture, and photography, Disassociations by Artist Lillian Chun, explores the tension between stillness and overwhelm. Using found objects, remnants of photographic prints, fabric, old paintings, 3D printed pieces and intuitive mark-making, these layered pieces reflect on the psychological residue of burnout and the invisible labor that often consumes women’s inner worlds.
This exhibit is on view in our Patricia Barland Gallery from May 16-June 14, 2026.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Join us for our annual tournament as CAC celebrates our 25th Anniversary — of bringing the arts to underserved children and families in our community.
Help us launch the next 25 years of community impact with a day on the green.
Arts on Stage Presents…
Super Scientific Circus
Thursday, March 12, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades K-5
Back by Popular Demand!!! Proving that science can be fun using amazing circus skills involving boomerangs, bubbles, beach balls, bullwhips, magic, and mime. Students will learn about friction, inertia, centrifugal force, aerodynamics, sonic booms, air pressure, and ultraviolet light. They will also learn how to make and throw a boomerang, how to blow giant soap bubbles, and how to put a needle through a balloon. First prize winner at the International Circus Festival and featured performer on ABC and HBO circus specials. Internationally traveled performer. (NO Clowns or Animals in this show.)
***PLEASE NOTE: During this performance you will experience, loud sounds including a representation of a sonic boom created by using a bullwhip. Individuals with audible sensory issues may want to bring noise canceling headphones. There will also be a temporary blackout where black lights will be used to demonstrate ultraviolet light.
Arts on Stage Presents…
Seussical the Musical!
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades K-5
The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many "thinks." Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.
The Power Within
A group exhibition honoring Black History Month
Reception: February 26, 2026 6-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Hal Gomer Gallery
The Power Within: Honoring Black History Month group exhibition is a vibrant tribute to the spirit and legacy of Black and African American artists. Inspired by this year's Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” the exhibition weaves a century of remembrance through bold, visionary artworks. Each piece reflects the strength, creativity, and collective memory shaping each artist, inviting audiences to see art as both a vessel of history and a force for transformation.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Arts on Stage Presents…
The Lightning Thief TYA
Thursday, February 26, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades 3-8
As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can't control, a destiny he doesn't want, and a mythology textbook's worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus's master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Arts on Stage Presents…
Lift Every Voice: A Letter to the Editor
Friday, February 20, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades 4-12
“Lift Every Voice…” celebrates the courage and resilience of everyday Americans during the Civil Rights Movement.
The story centers on Junebug, a 12-year-old boy in the 1960’s South, who learns of James Meredith’s attempt to enroll as the first African American at the University of Mississippi. When the editor of “The Oxford Eagle,” a local newspaper, expresses her negative opinions on integration, Junebug takes matters into his own hands and confronts these views, speaking out for equality and inclusion.
This play with music offers a pathway to understanding and compassion for young learners. Historical touchstones include the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Little Rock Nine, the Greensboro sit-ins, and the Civil Rights Movement.
The production resonates with the voice in each of us to fight against injustice.
Maryland Concert Series Presents...
Groovalicious - Disco Band
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Hammonds Lane Theatre
3PM
$10 - $25 | $1.30 - $1.75 Fees
Groovalicious will take you back to those carefree days of bell-bottoms and platforms. Disco balls and glitter. Clams on the half shell and roller skates. Playing all the hits from the decade of boogie and the dance floor at Studio 54, Groovalicious is the perfect tribute for any theatre, club, or event. We are GROOVALICIOUS, the ultimate disco revival, and we are bringing boogie back! Baby!
Brooklyn Park Middle School Apex Arts Exhibition
Reception: February 11, 2026, 5-7 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Patricia Barland Gallery
The Apex Arts Magnet program at Brooklyn Park Middle School brings student creativity to life, showcasing a vibrant array of artwork that reflects imagination, skill, and artistic growth. Alongside its counterpart program at Bates Middle School, it highlights the power of immersive arts instruction, guided by talented teachers and professional artists, cultivating not only artistic excellence but also collaboration, community connection, and a lasting love for the arts.
This exhibit is on view in our Patricia Barland Gallery from January 22-February 17, 2026.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Arts on Stage Presents…
TUBMAN: Road to Freedom
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades 3-12
Introduce your students to a real-life hero who led 300 people from slavery to freedom, served the Union army during the Civil War, and was one of the most prominent voices in the push for women's voting rights.
Harriet Tubman was born enslaved, but from the time she was a child, she knew that she had to be free. After several attempts to steal herself away, she finally succeeded in escaping to the North - and that's just the real beginning of an inspirational true-life adventure story.
Harriet went on to go South and back dozens of times, eventually bringing over 300 people up to freedom. In addition, she worked as a nurse and a spy with the Union Army, and after the war, became a prominent voice for suffrage for American women.
Arts on Stage Presents…
The Rainbow Fish
Monday, February 9, 2026
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades PK-2
The Rainbow Fish is a shiny, multi-colored fish that is the most beautiful and one of a kind fish in the ocean. When he refuses to share one of his scales to share his vibrant, dazzling and beautiful scales, the whole ocean seems to refuse his presence. This results in an unhappy fish finding himself advised by a wise octopus which gives guidance and advice on generosity, humility, and friendship.
Join our Novice Musical Theatre actors as they present Disney's Finding Nemo Kids!
Maryland Concert Series Presents...
229th Army Band
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Hammonds Lane Theatre
3pm
Free
The 229th Army Band proudly designated as “The Adjutant General's Own” consists of highly trained soldier-musicians who serve both as professional instrumentalists and capable National Guard Soldiers.
Maryland Concert Series Presents...Concert Series Presents....
AACC Christmas on Broadway
Sunday, December 21
Hammonds Lane Theatre
3PM
$10 - $25 | $1.30 - $1.75 Fees
Who doesn't love New York City at Christmastime? The Store windows are dressed and decorated, and in the air, there's a feeling of Christmas! In December 2025, NYC comes to Anne Arundel County, and our local theater gem, the Hammonds Lane Theatre at the Chesapeake Arts Center! Our holiday show is just like gazing into elaborately decorated store windows and visiting festive holiday trees, with all of your favorite music from shows that have a theme of Christmas, joy, peace, and love! Our festive production features local professionals, community, and student performers collaborating under the direction of Professor Douglas Brandy Byerly, gives you the opportunity to experience the great energy of Broadway and NYC with a stress-free local show. Suitable for families and children.
Arts on Stage Presents…
A Christmas Carol
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades 3-12
Scrooge, the three Ghosts of Christmas, Tiny Tim and a host of other Dickensian characters in this beloved tale of redemption and enchantment. The show is geared towards young audiences, and is appropriate for all ages. Children will enjoy richly drawn characters that pop out of the book and onto the stage, and will be thrilled when they see a child chosen from the audience to portray Tiny Tim!
Arts on Stage Presents…
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Friday, December 12, 2025
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades PK-5
The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ features all of your favorite characters including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.
Arts on Stage Presents…
Once Upon a Snowflake
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades PK-3
No two snowflakes are the same, and neither are two snowmen. Join us for this heart warming new musical about a small snow girl with big dreams! In the end, we all learn about never giving up and what it truly means to give!
Photo Credit: Brion McCarthy
A beloved Baltimore tradition returns this holiday season! Morton Street Dance Center is thrilled to present The Nutcracker, a magical production that brings together the talent and artistry of our students, faculty, and professional guest performers.
Join us as we transform the stage of the Chesapeake Arts Center into a winter wonderland filled with dazzling costumes, timeless music, and the unforgettable journey of Marie Clara and her Nutcracker Prince.
Dates and Times:
Saturday, December 6 at 6pm
Sunday, December 7 at 2pm
Location:
Chesapeake Arts Center
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
Tickets:
Tickets are available now at www.mortonstreetdance.com
Disclaimer: This event is organized by an independent group renting space at Chesapeake Arts Center. The views and activities of this event do not necessarily reflect those of Chesapeake Arts Center, which is not affiliated with the organizing group. Tickets are sold through an external website; Chesapeake Arts Center is not responsible for ticketing and does not handle any ticket sales or inquiries.
In Studio Pottery Sale with Artist Camilla Ascher
Saturday, December 6, 2025 10 am-4 pm
At Chesapeake Arts Center on the third floor
Cami’s Studio (room 3052)
All Ages!
Free to attend
Join ceramic artist Cami Ascher for a special in-studio pottery sale at the Chesapeake Arts Center! Cami is opening her doors and offering a wide selection of handmade pottery—both new and older work—available for purchase. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at works-in-progress and her creative process. Cami’s Studio is located on the third floor (room 3052).
Just in time for the holidays, these one-of-a-kind pieces make perfect gifts for friends, family—or yourself! To view more of Cami’s work, visit her website at https://camillaascher.com/
Join our Mini Musical Theatre actors as they sing the tale of THE RAINBOW FISH! Based on the award-winning book, THE RAINBOW FISH is about a beautiful fish who finds friendship and happiness when she learns to share.
Anne Arundel County Public Library Foundation Presents:
Friday, November 21 at 6:30 pm
Hammonds Lane Theatre, Brooklyn Park
Tickets: $48
Step into a night of suspense and storytelling with bestselling author David Baldacci!
Your ticket includes:
General admission to the event (includes time to meet David at the signing table!)
A signed copy of his latest thriller, Nash Falls
Exclusive opportunity to pre-order Hope Rises — the highly anticipated second part of the duology, releasing in March 2026
Meet David Baldacci, get your signed book and celebrate your love of reading while supporting Anne Arundel County Public Library!
The event is fully ADA accessible with plenty of parking, making it easy and comfortable for everyone to attend.
For more information regarding this event, contact the Anne Arundel County Library Foundation: 410-222-1199
This event is made possible through the support of Park Books.
Lifted Lines
A solo exhibition by Artist Camilla Ascher
Reception: November 20, 2025 6 - 8 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Patricia Barland Gallery
This exhibition showcases a collection of thoughtfully designed functional pottery that balances elegance with simplicity. Each piece is made to be held and used, with careful attention to form, weight, and pattern that invites comfort and ease. Ascher's love of glazing shines through in contrasting textures and clean lines that spark curiosity and draw the eye. The “lifted lines” in the work, both visual and tactile, highlight the relationship between surface and form, guiding the hand as much as the eye. Areas of exposed clay beside smooth glazes create a quiet tension, encouraging intimate interaction and offering moments of rest. The exhibition celebrates the quiet joy found in well-made, beautifully considered objects
This exhibition will be on display from November 15, 2025-January 7, 2026 in our Patricia Barland Gallery at Chesapeake Arts Center. To view more of Cami’s work, visit her website at https://camillaascher.com/
Join Cami for her open studio sale in her 3rd floor studio on Dec 6, 2025 from 10 am-4 pm! RSVP for Cami’s studio sale here - In Studio Pottery Sale with Ceramic Artist Camilla Ascher Tickets, Sat, Dec 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Wildlife Wonders
A group exhibition featuring wildlife artworks
Reception: November 20, 2025 6 - 8 pm
Complimentary drinks and light snacks will be served during the reception.
All Ages!
Free to attend
Hal Gomer Gallery
This exhibition aims to raise awareness about the plight of vulnerable animals and explore the delicate balance of our planet's ecosystems. Wildlife Wonders Exhibition brings together artists, nature enthusiasts, conservationists, and the community, to showcase the beauty of wildlife and endangered species while highlighting the urgent need for protection and preservation efforts. Visitors will embark on a visual journey through lush habitats, gaining insight into various species and inspiring collective action towards preserving our precious wildlife for future generations.
This exhibition will be on display from November 15, 2025 - January 7, 2026 in our Hal Gomer Gallery at Chesapeake Arts Center.
DIRECTIONS: Chesapeake Arts Center's address is 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. When you arrive at CAC and turn into the parking lot from Hammonds Lane, follow the parking lot past Hammonds Lane Theatre to the rear of the building and look for a large blue awning and sign that says Chesapeake Arts Center (Next to the Maya Angelou mural.)
Arts on Stage Presents…
Thunderbird American Indian Dancers
Thursday, November 20, 2025
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades K-5
Through the rhythms and movements of authentic traditional Iroquois dances and songs the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers invite students to discover the rich cultural legacies alive among today's Native Americans. Students will learn about the clothing musical instruments and customs of many tribes.
Join us this month for a Potluck & Project Share!
Relax with us for a few hours, break some bread, and join us for a chat about what projects you are working on!
Arts on Stage Presents…
Schoolhouse Rock Live!
Friday, November 14, 2025
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades K-6
A pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage! Tom, a nerve-wracked school teacher nervous about his first day of teaching, tries to relax by watching TV when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music, through such beloved Schoolhouse Rock songs as “Just A Bill,” “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly” and “Conjunction Junction.”
Maryland Concert Series Presents... Concert Series Presents...
JOSH CHRISTINA and the REVIVALS
Sun, November 9, 2025
Hammonds Lane Theatre
3PM / $10 - $25 | $1.30 - $1.75 Fees
Josh Christina and the Revivals is a high-energy rock and roll band paying tribute to the musical journey of rock and roll piano. The band covers everything from Jerry Lee Lewis to Elton John, Ray Charles to Billy Joel, and more. They are fronted on keys and lead vocals by Josh Christina, and the Revivals is a band that knows how to rock and has gotten audiences from all over to rock out to their high-octane performances.
To support federal employees impacted by the government shutdown, Maryland Concert Series is offering a limited number of free tickets to see Josh Christina and the Revivals at the Chesapeake Arts Center on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 3pm!
Because everyone deserves a night out.
How to Redeem:
-Fill out the short form in our bio or on our website
-Bring your federal ID and/or furlough notice to the box office on show night
-Enjoy the show — on us!
[Tickets are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will receive an email from the Chesapeake Arts Center by November 7th. Must submit form by November 6, 2025]
ART brings people together.
Arts on Stage Presents…
The Wizard of Oz
Friday, November 7, 2025
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$10.50
Grades K-6
Explore the enchanting land over the rainbow where dreams really do come true! Make fast friends with the most famous companions in all literature. Follow the yellow brick road on a magical musical journey and share Dorothy's fantastic adventures as the stage is transformed into a world of the imagination. This original musical adaptation follows Dorothy and her dog Toto as their Kansas home is swept away by a cyclone and they find themselves in a wonderful and strange land called Oz.
The score includes such treasured songs as Over the Rainbow, Ding Dong The Witch is Dead! Follow the Yellow Brick Road, If I Only Had a Brain, We’re Off to See the Wizard and King of the Forest!
Join our Young Singers Workshop for a spooky, scary night of singing! Featuring frightful tunes that will have even the ghosts applauding! Halloween costumes encouraged, but not required.
Arts on Stage Presents…
Ada Twist Scientist and Friends
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
in the Hammonds Lane Theatre
10:15 am
12 pm
$11.50
Grades K-5
Ms. Greer's classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams. Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture. And Ada Twist's curiosity can lead her to solve any problem.
A fun musical based on the books Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; and Ada Twist Scientist by Andrea Beaty, which spotlights the STEM curriculum (focusing on science, technology, engineering and math). Performed by Theatreworks USA.
Maryland Concert Series Presents...
Big Buffett Beach Band
Sun, October 26, 2025
3PM
Hammonds Lane Theatre
Step back into your childhood this season with Spooky Crafts and Spirited Cocktails, a night filled with creativity, nostalgia, and thrills! Sip on Halloween-inspired cocktails while you dive into arts and crafts from years past.
