Performance and Music Critic
Marian McLaughlin is a musician, visual artist, naturalist, and educator. She toured extensively in the United States and the U.K., released three studio albums, and performed an NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert. She was a Strathmore Artist-in-Residence in 2015 and led an ensemble for the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage series in 2018.
McLaughlin was a featured guest for WTMD’s Baltimore Hit Parade and recorded a live set in their studio. Always inspired by the arts, McLaughlin has worked for over a decade curating and presenting community events. From 2014-2019, she helped run the Holy Underground Arts Collective and hosted multi-genre concerts, puppet shows, small theater events, poetry readings, workshops, and art exhibits.
How a Silly Idea Evolved into the City's Beloved Competition
"In 2025, we were proud to return for the second straight year as presenting sponsor of the Kinetic Sculpture Race Powered by PNC," says PNC Regional President for Greater Maryland Laura Gamble. "This beloved event champions community, imagination, and invention, which is the spirit of Baltimore."
The High Zero Foundation Honors the Late Musician and Educator with an Evening of Music and Remembrances on April 5th
As a teacher by day and a seasoned performer by night, Alcorn imparted her wisdom on and off stage.
From the Field to the Stage
With around 150 members, M3 is a powerful force uniquely composed of every major on campus. Reid referred to the marching band members as “triple A” students, being that they are academic, artistic, and athletic.
Love Groove Festival Founder and City Connect Changemaker on His Multi-Faceted Approach to Producing Music and Empowering Community
At 24 years old, Tyler is a prolific musician, producer, and festival organizer.
After Tom Miller Week, An Exhibit and Auction Continue the Artist’s Legacy
With the resurgence of Tom Miller Day, more people are studying and admiring his work, turning Miller into a deep source of inspiration for future generations of Baltimore artists.
Experiencing the unique performance medium that is the Crankie, an abstract, moving panorama
Movement was the theme of the 2023 Baltimore Crankie Festival, which takes place every year at the Creative Alliance.
Baltimore musician Ed Hrybyk felt the impact of the pandemic not only as a performer but as a jazz teacher
The Ed Hrybyk Trio will play an upcoming show on Friday December 16th at the Church on the Square as part of the Music on the Square Concert Series
Anything can be a puppet, anyone a puppeteer
A Puppet Slamwich is geared for an adult audience, yet it taps into a childlike imaginary realm where inanimate objects are stirred to life through playful action.
