blackrock center for the arts

November 15, 2014 | Staff Writer

Michele Hoben “Footfalls” Art Exhibit At BlackRock (Photos)

BlackRock Center for the Arts presents “Footfalls”, an exhibit by artist Michele Hoben now through December 19 in the Terrace Gallery. BlackRock hosted a reception with Hoben Saturday, Nov. 15. In her solo exhibition, Michele Hoben presents expressive and powerful abstract paintings from a new series exploring footfalls, the sound of footsteps, in response to […]

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November 6, 2014 | Staff Writer

Turtle Island Quartet to Perform at BlackRock (VIDEO)

The Turtle Island Quartet performs Saturday, November 8 at 8 p.m. at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown. In its BlackRock debut, Grammy Award winning Turtle Island Quartet presents Birth of the Cool—celebrating what became known as “Cool Jazz,” marked by the embodiment of cool, Miles Davis, along with his colleagues Gil Evans […]

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October 12, 2014 | Aline Barros

Seven County Residents Join the Human Rights Hall of Fame (VIDEO)

The Montgomery County Office of Human Rights inducted seven residents into the Human Rights Hall of Fame on Oct. 12. The free event was held at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown. The seven county residents were recognized for their leadership, achievements to eliminate discrimination, work in equality for all, better education, advancing civil […]

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September 23, 2014 | Staff Writer

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Levine-Sisson Named New Education Director at BlackRock in Germantown

BlackRock Center for the Arts announces the appointment of Jillian Levine-Sisson as their new Director of Education. Levine-Sisson has worked for many years in the DC area with numerous arts organizations, most recently Round House Theatre in Silver Spring. Levine-Sisson served for five years as the Education and Outreach Program Manager for Round House Theatre […]

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August 21, 2014 | Staff Writer

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Explore the Arts at BlackRock Open House August 23 (Video)

BlackRock Center for the Arts will hold their annual open house on August 23 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The day will include activities for the family, performances and exhibits in the art gallery. BlackRock is located at 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown. Activities and performances planned for the open house include: “Discover BlackRock” […]

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July 9, 2014 | Staff Writer

BlackRock: In Sequence Art Exhibit

BlackRock Center for the Arts presents a solo exhibit featuring paintings, drawings and animations by Scott Hutchison from now through August 1 at the Terrace Gallery. The gallery is open Monday–Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Saturday hours are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information, call 301.528.2260. Shifting images of blinking […]

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July 3, 2014 | Staff Writer

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Free Outdoor Summer Concerts at BlackRock

Come out to BlackRock Center for the Arts on Saturday, July 26 for a free outdoor concert. Enjoy the music of guitarist Tom Principato. Conert starts at 7 p.m.

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May 9, 2014 | Staff Writer

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“The Hit Men” Perform at BlackRock (Video)

The Hit Men perform hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s May 11 at 4 p.m. at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown. The group comprised of former stars of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons provide an amazing look back through rock and roll history. The show is appropriate for all ages. […]

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April 6, 2014 | Staff Writer

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BlackRock Center for the Arts Gala April 25

BlackRock Center for the Arts annual gala event “Rising Star” is set for Friday, April 25 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the center in Germantown. BlackRock will honor three individuals and companies who have been loyal and active stakeholders. Mark Friis of Rodgers Consulting, a former trustee and long-time donor will be honored as […]

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March 20, 2014 | Staff Writer

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American Superheroines Indie Film at BlackRock (Video)

BlackRock Center for the Arts’ On Screen/In Person film series continues March 21 at 7:30 p.m. with the screening of the documentary WONDER WOMEN! The Untold Story of American Superheroines by filmmaker Kristy Guevera-Flanagan. The film series bring independent films to BlackRock and features a panel discussion with the filmmaker. Members of Montgomery Women, a […]

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