Theater

If anyone knows what makes Jane Austen’s world tick, it’s British playwright Emma Whipday. Her adaptation of the 19th-century author’s most famous work debuts Friday.

Jerry B. Whiddon was the artistic director of Bethesda’s Round House Theatre for 20 years. He died on Oct. 17 at age 77.

The better Navy football is, the harder it can be to get good tickets.

Playwright Brandon Shaun Fields’ “What You Don’t See” is being restaged this weekend because he thinks this is a crucial time to focus on Black men’s mental health.

Edgar Allan Poe would have loathed and loved what Baltimore has done with him. “I have great faith in fools,” he wrote. “My friends call it self-confidence.”

Baltimore has become a launching pad for Broadway shows ready to hit the road. A recent state tax credit helps explain why.

Moving out of one's comfort zone is hard especially as a single mother. But Columnist Leslie Streeter is learning the benefits of it.

When the Annapolis boat shows are in town, it can seem as if there’s nothing else going on. That’s far from true.

The musical story of a plucky orphan and her arms merchant father figure stars Jules Kanarek as Annie and James M. Toler as Oliver Warbucks. It’s one of the great things to do in the coming week, along with a production of “Brigadoon."

Fourteen bands will perform progressive bluegrass, American roots and improvisational music on the beach at the Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival. Other things to do include Al Green at Live! Casino, a queer dance troupe premiering its new work and the Naptowon Philharmonic.

"The Glow" is an annual backyard circus that draw performers from Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia to test-run their wildest acts.

Wednesday's kickoff of the Anne Arundel County Fair is among the things to do in Annapolis for the week ending Wednesday, Sept. 9.

The Navy Midshipmen open their football season Saturday in Annapolis against the VMI Keydets, the first time the two schools have met since 2014. Both schools could use the diversion.

Baltimore Center Stage managing director Adam Frank talks to The Banner about why he is stepping away from Maryland’s designated state theater.

Highwire Improv manages over 100 ensembles that can be hired for improv events at companies and organizations, with a new space in in Highlandtown.

Ellicott City is bustling with historic hot spots and newer hidden gems. If you're looking to explore the area, here's your guide to the best bites, experiences and shops.

You could catch Dominique Bianco’s performance in the coming week, join a scooter ride, watch a new production of "Much Ado About Nothing" or celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Wedding Crashers" this weekend.

You could catch a local music fest like no other this week, enjoy a Vegas magic act or soak up some local culture.

This year’s AFRAM festival will shine a spotlight on major musicians like Patti LaBelle, Saweetie and Juvenile. But don’t forget about the local Roots and Family Stage.

Tony winner and certified diva Patti Lupone has proven that an inflated belief in one’s own sassiness can undo years of goodwill. It’s a lesson we should all remember.