Broadway Hits and Mystical Markets: Your Sunday Guide to Baltimore Today
Curtain Calls and World Premieres
It is a blockbuster day for theater enthusiasts in Baltimore as several major productions celebrate their final performances or mid-run highlights. Today, Sunday, March 1, marks the final chance to catch the high-octane production of Back to the Future: The Musical at the Hippodrome Theatre. Fans of the classic sci-fi film won't want to miss Marty McFly’s last time-traveling adventure on the Baltimore stage. Meanwhile, the Everyman Theatre concludes its world premiere run of DAWN by Tuyết Thị Phạm. This powerful story of a mother and daughter navigating their shared legacy of survival and love is a must-see for those seeking moving, contemporary drama.
For those interested in experimental works, Baltimore Center Stage presents trinity, the playwriting debut of Emmy-winner Lena Waithe. Today’s 3:00 p.m. performance is particularly special, featuring a Touch Tour and Audio Description for patrons who are blind or have low vision. Additionally, the Vagabond Players continue their run of the dark comedy classic Arsenic and Old Lace, offering a perfect Sunday afternoon of laughter and suspense.
Unique Sunday Markets
If you are looking to shop local, today features two distinct pop-up experiences. The Charm City Moon Market takes over the Ministry of Brewing from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This mystical market features a curated selection of local makers, magical practitioners, and fortune readings, all within the unique atmosphere of a converted cathedral brewery. For music lovers, the Towson Record Riot hits The Recher from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Collectors can dig through over 10,000 LPs and CDs across 30 dealer tables, covering genres from punk and funk to classic rock and disco.
Symphonic Sounds and Gallery Finales
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) presents a sensory journey today at 3:00 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. As part of the EARTH | Songs Festival, the BSO performs The Rite of Spring, featuring a percussion concerto by Principal Percussionist Edouard Beyens. Later this evening, the BSYO Winter Concert and Annual Wine Pull kicks off at 6:30 p.m., supporting youth music education with a night of orchestral performances.
In the art world, today is the final opportunity to view The Way of Nature: Art from Japan, China, and Korea at the Baltimore Museum of Art before it closes. Visitors can also explore the acclaimed Amy Sherald: American Sublime exhibition, which continues to draw crowds with its transformative approach to American portraiture.
Community Meetups and Brunches
Start your Sunday with soul and flavor at The Gospel Brunch located at 306 W Redwood St. Starting at 10:30 a.m., this event blends a chef-inspired Southern menu with uplifting live gospel music, creating a space for fellowship and connection. For those who prefer a creative start, Baltimore Clayworks is hosting Tea in the Gallery from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., allowing guests to enjoy local brews while surrounded by the ceramic artistry of the Teapots XI exhibition.