Wednesday, March 8
The Sound Inside Preview: Opening night of a new suspenseful drama written by Adam Rapp, directed by Vincent M. Lancisi, and featuring Everyman Resident Company members Beth Hylton and Zack Powell. ($29 – $47) 7:30 p.m. at Everyman Theater, 315 West Fayette Street. For more information, go to: everymantheatre.org or call: 410-752-2208.
Thursday, March 9
Tarsha Fitzgerald Earth, Wind & Fire Experience: A tribute to Earth Wind & Fire led by the band DEVOTION, featuring a musical tribute to the legendary Maurice White. ($10 – $35) 7:30 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to: keystonekornerbaltimore.com or call: 410-946-6726.
MdVLA Party for the Arts: Eat, drink, and enjoy live entertainment from Baltimore-based DJs and musicians. Featuring sounds by DJ CheekyWillie (Mount Vernon Records), DJ Amsies and Pinkshift. ($40 – $120) 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Voxel, 9 West 25th Street. For more information, go to: mdvla.org or call: 410-752-1633.
Jazz Jam Sessions @ The Crown: A new Baltimore jazz listening and jam series at The Crown hosted by Lionel Lyles and the LLQ. Musicians are welcome. ($5 – $10) 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Crown Baltimore, 1910 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: thecrownbaltimore.tumblr.com or call: 410-625-4848.
Blackscope Cinema Series: Daughters Of The Dust: Featuring a floral installation by Pomona Floral inspired by the film and special treats from Jinji Fraser of Pure Chocolate by Jinji. Daughters of the Dust is a 1991 independent film written, directed, and produced by Julie Dash. Creative Alliance’s monthly Blackscope Cinema Series expands our understanding and appreciation of Black Film in America. ($15 – $20) 7 p.m. at Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to: creativealliance.org or call: 410-276-1651.
Friday, March 10
Blue Angel Presents: Signature Social House Series: Celebrate DJ Blue Angel’s 21st birthday and the beginning of her residency at 1722. Featuring the sounds of Kasper Burnstein and Karizma. Ages 21+. Cash bar. ($21 – $25) 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. at 1722 North Charles Street. For more information, email: desiree@djblueangel.com or call: 410-547-8423.
Share Your Message: A Semi-Silent Art Exhibit: The Semi-Silent Exhibit series is where art and music work in tandem for an immersive art experience for all attendees. Each scene features artists from all over the DMV and synchronizes to collaborative playlists that will also follow the theme of the art. 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Whitehall Mill 3300 Clipper Mill Road. For more information, go to: sysmvmt.com.
Cardi B v. Megan Thee Stallion: Come dance to music featuring two reigning queens of rap, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. Music by Justjuwit. (Free) 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at The Crown: Backbar, 1910 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: thecrownbaltimore.tumblr.com or call 410-625-4848.
We Own The Night: Baltimore Rap Queen Baby Kahlo returns to the stage. With performances by Trae Care, Keef Lashley, Chris Cassius, John Wells. Hosted by Yoo McThuggin and Joe Dollaz. Documented by Shooting Niro and featuring sounds by BmoreAlien and Reemunkown.($10 – $15) 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at BlakWater House, 218 West Saratoga Street 5th Floor. For more information, go to: tewworldorder.com.
Sunday, March 12
Club Renaissance: A Beyoncé Celebration Day Party: Dance Party and celebration of Queen Bey’s music and latest masterpiece. Party to your favorite Beyoncé song all day. 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Place. ($20 – $40) For more information, go to: baltimoresoundstage.com/events/pusha-t or call: 410-244-0057.
Free Family Sundays: Dance Workshop: A special dance workshop with interdisciplinary artist, actor, and dancer Tracie Jiggetts. Families will explore the art of movement inspired by works in the BMA’s collection. Free Family Sundays is a drop-in, art-making program designed for families with children ages 6 to 9 or older. RSVPs are not required. Art-making supplies are provided. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive. For more information, go to: artbma.org or call: 443-573-1700.
Thursday, March 16
Opening Reception: Both Sides Now: The Spirituality, Resilience, and Innovation of Elizabeth Talford Scott: Celebrate the quilted and collage artwork of Elizabeth Talford Scott (b.1916 – d. 2011), born near Chester, South Carolina to Southern sharecroppers who worked on the land where their parents previously were enslaved. This exhibition reaffirms Goya Contemporary’s commitment to represent the artist’s estate and opens an exciting phase in chronicling the work of Elizabeth Talford Scott. 6 p.m to 8 p.m. at Goya Contemporary, Mill Centre Studio 214, 3000 Chestnut Avenue. For more information, go to: goyacontemporary.com, email: gallery@goyacontemporary.com, or call: (410) 366-2001.
Tahir Hemphill: Rap Research Lab Closing Celebration: Meeting Tahir Hemphill, the artist and curator behind Rap Research Lab and hear a DJ set by Kidtronik. 6 p.m. at Center for Art, Design and Visual Culture (CAVDC), University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Fine Arts Building, 105, 1000 Hilltop Circle. For more information, go to: cadvc.umbc.edu, or call: 410-455-3188.
Motor House Party: Featuring sounds by Camille Wynn, Cora Stone and DJ Planet. ($10) 7 p.m. at The Motor House, 120 West North Avenue. For more information, go to: motorhousebaltimore.com.
Free Baltimore Yoga: Practice yoga with Free Baltimore Yoga at Creative Alliance in their brand new dance studio. Space is limited, please sign up in advance. Masks are required! Extra yoga mats and masks will be available for use. (Free) 7 p.m. at The Creativity Center Studio at Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to: creativealliance.org or call: 410-276-1651.
Bettina Judd presents “Feelin: Creative Practice, Pleasure, and Black Feminist Thought”: Celebrate the work of Bettina Judd, author of Feelin: Creative Practice, Pleasure, and Black Feminist Thought, which makes a bold and vital intervention in critical theory’s trend toward disembodying feeling as knowledge. Bettina Judd is an interdisciplinary artist, performer, and writer whose creative research centers Black feminist thought. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s Bookstore Coffeehouse, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to: redemmas.org or call: 410-601-3072.
Friday, March 17
Can I Kick It?: Street Fighter: Watch the film on the big screen while DJ 2-TONE JONES adds new depth to the film by spinning a whole new scene-by-scene soundtrack in the room with you. Can I Kick It? events take cult classics and contemporary martial arts/action favorites and LIVE scores the film with a blend of genres such as hip hop, soul, and funk. ($12 – $15) 8 p.m. at Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to: creativealliance.org or call: 410-276-1651.
JOYRIDE: A sonic experience curated by Abdu Ali and featuring performances by keiyaA, Abdu Ali, Josh Stokes, Ray Winder and Brandon Woody’s Upendo ($15) 8 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 North Howard Street. For more information, go to: theottobar.com or call: 410-662-0069.
Sweet Spot Featuring Rye Rye: Baltimore’s queer pop dance party returns with a special live performance by Rye Rye featuring the “Dangerous (Remix)” premiere with Amy Douglas. Featuring sounds by P_A_T (NYC) & Sweet Spot, hosted by Baby. Photos by Quintin. Ages 21+. ($15) 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Metro Gallery, 1700 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: themetrogallery.net or call: 443-425-5139.
Saturday, March 18
MdVLA Art Law Clinic: Are you a painter, musician, or creative entrepreneur of any kind that lives in Maryland? Do you have legal questions or concerns? Snag a 30-minute consultation with a volunteer attorney to sort out any general issues or questions you might have! Appointment required. ($5) 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to: creativealliance.org or call: 410-276-1651.
Deep Sugar presents ULTRA NATE’S ‘BMORE’ BIRTHDAY BASH: Deep Sugar is celebrating Ultra Nate’s birthday with the family and the vibes will be on fleek. Come fab, fashionable and ready to dance! Featuring the sounds of DJ Teddy Douglas and Donny Burlin. 21+. Cash bar. ($20 – $25) 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. at 1722 North Charles Street. For more information, email: deepsugarparty@gmail.com or call: 410-547-8423.