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    Christmas Carol Set
    Christopher C.

    Very good experience coming here for A Christmas Carol. While most of us have either heard of the story, seen a production or a movie version, the CSC's take is unique. Mostly in that instead of 19th century England it's meant to be set in 19th century Baltimore. The other big difference is that unlike most shows you'll see where there are two acts with an intermission, this version is a straight through 90 minute blitzkrieg. To me this works and it doesn't work. If you have never seen the show before or if you are trying to appease the short attention span theatre crowd then I guess I get it but there are scenes that instead of being acted out are just explained by different cast members in an attempt to move the story along. Gregory Burgess as Scrooge was great and when the man does one of his screams, well...some of us could have used a diaper because it's funny and sure as hell catches you by surprise. I nearly pissed my pants on the first one or two. Ticketing was very easy on their website and we were sitting right up front by the stage although no seat here is bad due to the smaller size of the venue. Due to them just reopening after a long pandemic induced hiatus, no snacks-bar were open and you definitely needed to bring proof of vaccination which was clearly delineated on their website in multiple places. Fair pricing, great show, easy to get to venue from all of the Inner Harbor hotels equals a great experience. Hopefully in the future we'll be back. A+

    Pamela H.

    What a cute little theatre company. Small and intimate is the best way to describe the size of the theatre. This old bank turned theatre, has three levels, two to three rows in the front and sides, two bathrooms, two bars and a quiet area in the vault to take your children if they start to make noise during the performance. Don't worry, the restless little one wont make you miss the play: there is a TV in the vault for you to continue watching. My family and I went there to see A Christmas Carrol. Though we didn't know it at the time, it was the 176th anniversary of A Christmas Carrol; published on 19 December 1844, the first edition sold out by Christmas Eve. I have been seeing this play, every year, for the last 15 or more years at Fords Theatre in DC, but this was my first time seeing it here, and I was so impressed with their rendition of the play. This adaptation of the play was unique. It is a multicultural cast, set in Baltimore. Born and bread in Baltimore, I was able to relate to the references of historical sites, streets and neighborhoods. It made the play all the more endearing to me. I laughed so hard, and felt more apart of the show because we were so close to the stage and characters. They had some really good main actors/actresses and some so-so support actors/actresses, but definitely worth the money and time. Now that I know about this theatre, I look forward to attending more productions. Tip: Park in the garage for $10 and get a $5 voucher from the theatre. There is also metered street parking out-front.

    Wendy M.

    Wow! Dracula show was incredible! This theater is a family friendly gem in the heart of Baltimore!Complete with parking garage close and has handicap access out front along with street parking if lucky enough to snag a spot. I've been here for several shows and every seat is a great seat. They have a nice wine, beer, cider, soda & small snacks bar open on each floor (only the 2nd floor bar is open during show). There are also family restrooms available. The show Dracula was an audience engaging show! Without giving away too much for those who want to catch the show next year, I'll just say every level & area of the theater was used for this show. The cast was incredible and extremely friendly during the after-show. They're always available after the show to thank you personally for attending the show and/or take photos with if you choose. This is one of the aspects that make this theater and the cast unique by taking the time in character after the show to meet & talk with attendees. During this show we were also treated too a few nice musical presentations before the show and during intermission. This theater definitely will not disappoint & I definitely give them a 5/5 across the board!

    Chesapeake Shakespeare Company in downtown Baltimore
    Jeff H.

    This is an excellent and friendly Shakespeare Troupe right in the heart of Baltimore. The inside of the theatre is a cool and modern interpretation of an Elizabethan theatre such as the Globe Theatre. It puts the audience always close to the actors. And at the end of the show, the actors interact with the audience....like they sometimes did four hundred years ago. The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is easily accessible and a short walk from all the restaurants around the Inner Harbor or in downtown Baltimore.

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    Everyman Theatre - Everyman Theater

    Everyman Theatre

    4.5(39 reviews)
    0.5 miDowntown

    My 400th review was reserved for a very special business. I'm thrilled to showcase Everyman…read moreTheatre! After Sunday brunch, my partner took me to see Queens Girl: Black in the Green Mountains. This 1 (wo)man play was highly entertaining and inspiring. It's a story of self-discovery at a time when racial tension & ignorance were at an all time high. We sat front and center but there is no bad seat in the house. Everyman Theatre has been delivering high quality performances over 30 seasons. They have a professional cadre of actors who perform on a regular basis throughout the season. Additionally, community access & engagement are also cornerstones of this theatre. Each play has "pay what you choose" tickets available so finances won't be a problem. Sad, I'm really late to the party. However, Go! Check out a play, take a class, become a sponsor, and donate!!! You will thank me later.

    We had a really fun experience here last night! The 4 person cast of the play Primal Trust was…read morephenomenal. The facility is very nice and the rest rooms were clean. There is a box office for will call and small bar. The theater is smallish of course but intimate. We sat in the front and realized that it is "tight" up there with little leg room and you are looking right u at the actors on the stage. it was still nice, but for those looking for more room or space from the stage, make a note. We plan to return for the next play!

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    Hippodrome At France-Merrick Performing Arts Center

    Hippodrome At France-Merrick Performing Arts Center

    3.8(165 reviews)
    0.5 miDowntown

    We've been to several shows recently at The Hippodrome. In April (2026), we saw Kimberly Akimbo, a…read moremultiple-Tony-award-winning 2.5-hour musical. It's about teenage angst, and about aging, too, "akimbo" referring somewhat to an awkward posture. It's not easy to explain the story without giving a lot away. It's funny and also personal. This performance was quite good, by a national troupe on a nation-wide tour. The staging is casual-looking, the acting perfectly real, the dance and singing quite good. We came in large part for the wonderful music: a variety of jazz, folk, and rock, plus more, in a cabaret style. The Hippodrome was easy to drive to on a weekday evening, coming as we did a few blocks east of MLK on Baltimore Ave, or you could drive west from Light Street on Fayette. We love the classic vertical sign and broadway-like marquee, especially when it's glowing at night! The attached garage was super convenient, with elevators direct to the theater lobby, but note: cash isn't accepted for parking. The inside 1914 theater-space is gorgeous! Ornate walls and ceiling, and plush seats. Our seats were pretty comfortable with enough legroom. The Hippodrome presents broadway shows performed by national companies, right here in a lovely theater. In fact, we've seen three so far this year! Who needs New York :-)

    I was back to see another production for Wicked. The show was overall well done and entertaining…read more I arrived without issue, got in quickly and was seated. I contemplated snacks, but decided against in when the line was too long during intermission. I had to choose between snacks and bathroom. GLOWS: The bathroom line is extremely long during intermission. I do feel like it was attempted to solve with making the restrooms unisex, but most ladies still gathered to use the bathroom labeled "women."

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    Hippodrome At France-Merrick Performing Arts Center - Stage before the show

    Stage before the show

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    Mercury Theater - A dance performance celebrating Dale Cooper during Wonderful and Strange: A David Lynch Appreciation Festival.

    Mercury Theater

    5.0(3 reviews)
    1.5 miCharles North

    Easily the best independent theater in Baltimore from my experience. We've been lucky enough to…read morecatch two plays, The Starlight Barking and The Flower Queen both of which were excellent! We've also been able to attend their David Lynch celebration Wonderful and Strange: A David Lynch Appreciation Festival which was one of the most interesting and lovingly crafted events related to Lynch or any director that I have ever experienced. Bottle Episodes was another great monthly event they ran which featured their awesome group of performers acting out television shows, I only hope one day they'll return as seeing shows like Unsolved Mysteries and GI Joe get acted out this way was extremely fun. The theater isn't huge but does have a clean bathroom and excellent setup for visual effects via projection. There is a lot of passion that goes into the playwriting, acting and musical performances at the Mercury Theater and it's a venue that helps define art in Baltimore.

    Not a big theater, but I still enjoyed! I went for a Baltimore Improv show and had a blast! The…read moreshow was very entertaining, and by it being a smaller theater the actors was able to interact with the crowd! If I'm ever in Baltimore on the weekend again, I'll check them out! And you can't beat the price!

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    Mercury Theater - A performance of Rabbits during Wonderful and Strange: A David Lynch Appreciation Festival.

    A performance of Rabbits during Wonderful and Strange: A David Lynch Appreciation Festival.

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    Unsolved Mysteries Bottle Episodes performance.

    Mercury Theater - A performance during the Wonderful and Strange: A David Lynch Appreciation Festival.

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    A performance during the Wonderful and Strange: A David Lynch Appreciation Festival.

    Baltimore Improv Group - Lobby

    Baltimore Improv Group

    4.9(14 reviews)
    1.4 miCharles North
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    Nestled right in the station north area, this is an awesome nonprofit theatre that is such a…read morewelcoming and supportive community! Recently finished Mike Harris' Intro to Improv 101 course (7 week course)- it was a blast. Had fun and learned a lot. As a student you get to go to all BIG's shows for free which is nice, good learning opportunity. They have various types of improv shows every Thurs-Sat nights, been to several and enjoyed them. Highly recommend taking a course or seeing a show. Am now in Michael Furr's standup comedy class which has been amazing so far. Aesthetics wise, it's no luxury theatre (they rely on donations and grants to stay operating, so this is understandable!) but it gets the job done and is homey. Convenient location near a few local bars. Parking Tip: If attending an evening show, get there early if you want to find easy street parking right out front (cheap, pay via kiosk or Parkmobile app). There's a parking garage across the street that's $5 if you tell them you're there for the theatre.

    I recently took a class with Carlton and it was great! I'm thinking about signing up for a 101…read moreclass if I can find one that fits with my schedule. Carlton was a great instructor! He was super attentive to his students, encouraged everyone to set their own boundaries and promoted open communication through games and improv. I'm an introvert and this was my first time ever doing something like this. I'm happy I didn't back out at the last minute (like I normally would).

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    Baltimore Improv Group - "BIG Monsters! The Baltimore Improv Group's  improvised puppet show for adults. improv, classic Henson style musical. Photo by David Evans

    "BIG Monsters! The Baltimore Improv Group's improvised puppet show for adults. improv, classic Henson style musical. Photo by David Evans

    Baltimore Improv Group - Free every Tuesday, Harold Night performs a classic geeky style of improv fit for all comedy lovers

    Free every Tuesday, Harold Night performs a classic geeky style of improv fit for all comedy lovers

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    "BIG Monsters! The Baltimore Improv Group's  improvised puppet show for adults. improv, classic Henson style musical. Photo by David Evans

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