Annapolis has history to see, music to hear, and plenty other forms of entertainment this week. Maryland Hall hosts several kid-friendly events, like movies and adolescent renditions of famous plays. 49 West and Ram’s Head have stunning musical acts lined up. Annapolis also offers you the chance to revel in history with tours and talks. Get out and have fun!
Annapolis Entertainment
Entertainment often takes the form of art, as is the case with St. John’s College Opening Reception on Sunday. Celebrate the new collection that features the work of several artists from 3 to 5 p.m. This is a community event. Head to www.stjohnscollege.edu/events for more on this event and their upcoming ones.
The Belle of Amherst still plays this week with Bay Theatre. If you haven’t seen this play that focuses on the witty, pro-woman poet, Emily Dickinson, make time this week. The final performance is scheduled for Sunday, May 6. See the play this Thursday, Friday, or Saturday at 8 p.m., or on Sunday at 2 p.m. Contact www.baytheatre.org for more.
If warm weather is synonymous with jazz music for you, head to 49 West Coffeehouse this week. However, Monday starts out with an exotic genre–Klezmer music. See Machaya Klezmer Band on stage at 7:30 p.m. playing traditional Klezmer music mixed with an international vibe, swing, rock, and classical music. The cover charge for this exotic experience is $6. Tuesday, the jazz returns to 49 West with Unified Jazz Ensemble. See this 49 West favorite at 8:30 p.m. for $6. Wednesday, The DC Experience–Dave Crosby on guitar, Francis Thompson on drums, and James Fowler on bass–visit the beloved coffeehouse. The cover charge is $6. Get your dose of coffee and education with Cafe Scientific on Thursday. This week, NASA scientist Michael Kelly educates the crowd on views of asteroids and comets from recent NASA missions. Kelly is on stage from 6 to 8 p.m. On Friday, Federicio Tubaya Group plays at 7 p.m. The admission fee is $8. Saturday, Her, Him & I bring talented roots the to the stage at 9 p.m. See them for $8. Sunday, see Pillowbook perform acoustics at 8:30 p.m. The cover charge is $6. Also on Sunday, crowd favorite Jonathan Stone is on stage at 10:30 a.m. There’s no cover charge. Follow the link to learn more about 49 West’s performances: www.49westcoffeehouse.com.
Rock, pop, alternative, and folk marry this week at Ram’s Head. Fans of pop and rock should pay attention to the first part of the week’s activities–these are sure to please rock and pop enthusiasts. The rock/pop begins on Monday with Don Dixon and Marti Jones. These two play at 8 p.m. for $22.50. Tuesday, Jim White is on stage singing songs from his alternative-rock albums. White plays at 8 p.m. and only costs $15 to see. As a tribute to their new CD, Wishbone Ash brings a party full of hard rock music and talented musicians to the stage on Wednesday. See this group for $29.50 at 8 p.m. Thursday, David Wilcox shares the stage with Susan Werner at 8 p.m. Both Wilcox and Werner achieved success on their own, but the combination of the two at Ram’s Head is overflowing with potential. Swoon and sway to their folk tunes for $25. On Friday and Saturday, Pat McGee Band joins with Native Run for two nights of surefire folk/pop hits. Both nights, McGee plays at 8 p.m. See this group for $29.50. Sunday, Ram’s Head covers the last genre for the week–folk. Kathy Mattea, Grammy-winning folk darling, hits the stage on Sunday, April 29 at 5 and 8 p.m. Each performance costs $39.50. Prepare to let music overtake you with these marvelous performances! Head to www.ramsheadonstage.com for more information.
Annapolis History
The William Paca House once again presents Annapolis citizens with historical fun. Monday, April 23, lecturer Glenn E. Campbell will present on the four Maryland men who signed the Declaration of Independence. The presentation takes place two times on Monday; from noon to 1 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. The cost is $10. Go to www.annapolis.org for additional information.
Marry history and the great outdoors with Watermark tours on surrounding waters. See six miles of the Severn River while sipping beer, wine, or other drinks. Tours begin at 12:30 p.m. from the Annapolis City Dock on Saturdays and Sundays. If you’ve seen the lovely blues of the Severn River, tour the Chesapeake Bay at 2:30 p.m. Watermark Cruises also offers tours of Thomas Point Lighthouse at 4:30 p.m. Though all lighthouses are beautiful, this lighthouse is the most recognized in Maryland. Go to www.watermarkcruises.com for additional information.
Annapolis Family Fun
Chesapeake Children’s Museum presents a book sale/poetry reading/learning experience entitled “Breath of My Ancestors” on Sunday, April 29. Ty Gray-El discusses poetry, historical events, and current facts. As stated before, there’s a book sale too, which benefits 21st Century Global School House. Bring kids–your own or ones you know–ages nine and older to the fun. Gray-El is there at 2 p.m. The only fee applicable is $4 museum admission fee. For 16 and older, Gray-El has a separate presentation at 5 p.m. and it’s free. Look to www.theccm.org for more on these events.
Annapolis Opera Company and Peabody Opera Outreach present a show for children called Ariel’s Tempest. Peabody Opera Outreach reconstructed Shakespeare’s beloved Tempest for younger children, which now includes comedy and shorter playing time. The performance begins at 10: 30 a.m. on Saturday, April 28. Tickets are $10. Go to www.marylandhall.org to procure tickets.
Maryland Hall keeps the family-centered fun going with Bee Movie, a free screening. Open and free to the public, Bee Movie focuses on the pivotal point many face: life after college. The main character (who happens to be a quick-thinking bee named Barry), decides he does not want to make honey after graduating college and instead, heads to NYC and falls in love. The movie is great for children, and due to the narrative, great for parents. Catch the film at 2 p.m. on Maryland Hall’s main stage.
Maryland Hall presents touring shows throughout the year, and this week, they show “Skippy Jon Jones” and “Wizard of Oz.” The yellow-brick fantasy from childhood is up first–on Tuesday. “Skippy Jon Jones” is scheduled for Wednesday, April 25. Purchase your tickets online at www.marylandhall.org.
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