Montgomery Community Media

With all arts and entertainment venues currently closed in response to the coronavirus emergency, we decided to try and share virtual entertainment and a few great videos from Takoma Park City TV. Strathmore is working to provide a virtual guided tour of their current art exhibitions online. Here’s our guide to arts and entertainment in […]

Earlier this week, musicians John Legend, Chris Martin of Coldplay and Keith Urban held virtual concerts to provide a fun distraction from all the coronavirus news. Potomac native Maggie Rose is adding her name to that list. Rose wanted do her part to create a diversion and to entertain her fans back home in Montgomery […]

Adventure Theatre MTC announced Thursday they are canceling their annual gala due to concern for attendees over 60 and those with compromised immune systems. The gala was scheduled for Thursday, March 19 and is Adventure Theatre’s biggest fundraiser, representing 10% of the organization’s budget. According to a news release, there have been no indications of […]

Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman announced Friday that the city-wide “American Dirt” book discussion with author Jeanine Cummins has been postponed as a response to the coronavirus pandemic. The discussion was scheduled for March 31 and also featured author Reyna Grande. Cummins’ book was haled with positive reviews and was even selected as Oprah’s Book Club […]

The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda announced the cancellation of the following shows this weekend: BSO: Mahler Symphony No. 3 on Thursday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Washington Chorus St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Friday at 8 p.m. Tony Bennett on Sunday at 8 p.m. (1/2) COVID-19 Update: We are actively responding to […]

Update, March 13: Check before you go to any shows this weekend. Since Governor Hogan’s announcement Thursday regarding the coronavirus pandemic, many shows, particularly those at larger venues have been canceled. Here’s our guide to arts and entertainment in Montgomery County, March 11-15. Christian Douglas:  Christian Douglas’ original music carries pop, jazz, and soul influence, […]

Student musicians from across Maryland were planning to participate in the All State Music Festival this weekend, but the organization that coordinates the festival canceled it due to the spread of coronavirus. The Maryland Music Educators Association (MMEA) announced Monday that all events for March 13-15 are canceled. MMEA is an association for school music […]

March was declared as National Women’s History Month by Congress in 1987 to honor the extraordinary achievements of American women. Montgomery County Public Libraries and the Commission for Women celebrate with author talks, lectures, arts and crafts, story times and more throughout the month of March. The free programs will take place as follows: Saturday, […]

Here’s our guide to arts and entertainment in Montgomery County, March 4-8. The Amateurs:  Written by Jordan Harrison and directed by Jason King Jones, this comedy is set in 14th Century Europe as a traveling troupe of actors struggle to put on a play of Noah’s flood while also trying to escape the Black Death. […]

Here’s our guide to arts and entertainment in Montgomery County, Feb 26-March 1. Strathmore Artist in Residence Niccolo Seligmann:  Seligmann is fascinated by obscure folk instruments and early music. He plays over 20 acoustic instruments including viola da gamba and medieval fiddle, uniting historical and experimental music to create a unique listening experience. This performance […]