By Frankie Kujawa
The glittering energy of disco is alive and well at Toby’s Dinner Theatre in Columbia, MD, where Saturday Night Fever lights up the stage through November 2. At the heart of the story is Tony Manero, a restless Brooklyn paint-store clerk who transforms into the undisputed king of the dance floor every weekend. When Tony teams up with the dazzling Stephanie for a high-stakes dance competition, their electrifying partnership forces both to confront ambition, identity, and what truly matters in a world clouded by disillusionment and change. With all the glitz of disco balls, the swagger of platform boots, and the iconic flash of white suits, Saturday Night Fever is a time capsule of 1970s nightlife. We caught up with the magnetic Patrick Gover, who steps into Tony’s shoes with charm, grit, and unstoppable rhythm.

Compiled By Frankie Kujawa
Baltimore theater fans, get ready — Fells Point Corner Theatre (FPCT) has unveiled its upcoming 2025/26 season, and it’s packed with sharp comedy-dramas, fierce competition, feminist twists on classic mysteries, and the community-driven events that have made this scrappy theater a cornerstone of Baltimore’s arts scene.

Now entering its 38th year, Fells Point Corner Theatre has become a vital part of Baltimore’s cultural fabric. Known for championing both acclaimed premieres and homegrown original works, the theater is leaning into its reputation for staging challenging, relevant, and joyfully unpredictable productions.

​“Trouble in Mind” by Alice Childress
November 7 – 30, 2025
The season kicks off with a landmark piece of American theater. Alice Childress’s sharp-witted comedy-drama, Trouble in Mind, follows a seasoned Black actress navigating the contradictions of being cast in a so-called “progressive” Broadway play written and directed by white men. As rehearsals unfold, artistic compromise collides with racial politics in ways that remain startlingly timely today. Originally staged Off-Broadway in 1955, the play only made its Broadway debut in 2021 — earning four Tony nominations. Now, FPCT is bringing this long-overdue classic to its Baltimore stage.

“Dance Nation” by Clare Barron
Directed by Genevieve De Mahy
February 13 – March 8, 2026
Next, FPCT channels the manic, bloody, glitter-fueled world of competitive dance with Clare Barron’s Dance Nation, a Pulitzer Prize finalist that has been hailed as both hilarious and devastatingly honest. Set in the cutthroat world of tween dancers clawing their way toward Nationals, the play explores ambition, rivalry, and the messy journey from girlhood into adulthood. Expect sweat, tears, fangs, and maybe even a few gasps. Former Single Carrot Theatre Artistic Director Genevieve De Mahy will lead this electric production.

“Miss Holmes Returns” by Christopher M. Walsh
Directed by Brad Norris
April 24 – May 17, 2026
After a hit run of Miss Holmes in 2024, FPCT is bringing back the beloved duo — Sharon Maguire and Emma Grace Dunbar — in Christopher M. Walsh’s feminist twist on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic characters. In this sequel, Holmes and Watson (reimagined as women in Victorian England) return to crack a case involving murder, political intrigue, and the dangers faced by women daring to take on “men’s work.” Managing Director Brad Norris returns to direct, promising an even more thrilling adventure in this Baltimore premiere.

Beyond the main stage, FPCT will keep audiences buzzing with its rowdy annual Monologue Slam VI (January 9, 2025), where local performers duke it out for bragging rights, cash, and laughs in a one-night-only showdown.

​And for theater lovers looking to get on stage themselves, FPCT will continue offering educational programs throughout the season — with classes for all ages announced on a rolling basis.

Tickets, flex passes, and group discounts are available at www.fpct.org or by calling (410) 878-0228.

By Frankie Kujawa
After years of honing his craft behind the scenes at some of Baltimore’s most respected theaters, (including Baltimore Center Stage, Everyman Theatre and Arena Players) Maryland native Jalon Payton is coming full circle — returning to the very theater which first inspired him. Now serving as Assistant Stage Manager for the national tour of Some Like It Hot, running through Sunday, May 11th at the Hippodrome, Payton brings his passion and precision back to Charm City.

By Frankie Kujawa
It's time to get SHUCKED, Baltimore!  Running through Sunday, April 6th at the Hippodrome Theatre, SHUCKED is the uproarious, Tony Award®–winning musical comedy that has critics in stitches. Jake Odmark, who plays "Beau" in the production, is bringing his undeniable talent to the stage.  The Arlington, VA-native guarantees a performance that will leave audiences thoroughly entertained! Odmark recently chatted about the upcoming production, the health challenges he faced at the beginning of his career, and his special connection to Charm City.

By Frankie Kujawa
Get ready, Baltimore! SHUCKED, the uproarious, Tony Award®–winning musical comedy that has critics laughing out loud is coming to Charm City. Running through Sunday, April 6th at the Hippodrome Theatre, this musical is as unforgettable as a sprinkle of Old Bay—spicy, addictive, and undeniably entertaining. Maryland-native Erick Pinnick, who plays Grandpa in the performance, is bringing his undeniable talent to the delight of audiences! 

By Frankie Kujawa
Roaring back into Baltimore’s Hippodrome Theater through Sunday, March 2nd, Disney’s The Lion King captivates audiences once again. Forest VanDyke, who brings the mischievous hyena Banzai to life, recently sat down to discuss his role, the excitement of the upcoming production, and the personal insights he's gained while traveling with the national tour.

​Ron Legler, president of the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, which houses Baltimore's iconic Hippodrome Theatre, recently unveiled the 2025/2026 Hippodrome Broadway Series, presented by CareFirst® BlueCross BlueShield.

By Frankie Kujawa
Agatha Christie’s AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, now extended through January 12th at Everyman Theatre, is a masterclass in suspense and mystery. Adapted for the stage by the Queen of Crime herself, this iconic thriller pulls audiences into a world where nothing is as it seems. In this interview, Everyman Theatre's lighting designer Harold Burgess illuminates the creative process behind his captivating designs, sharing insights into how he brings both mood and meaning to the stage through light.

Compiled By Frankie Kujawa
Producer Cameron Mackintosh recently announced that the newly revitalized production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will launch a new multi-year North American tour from Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre in November 2025.  ​​This new North American tour will not only premiere here in Charm City, but it will also utilize Maryland’s Theatrical Production Tax Credit program.