The Cultural Center at the Opera House

They were known as the “Hello Girls” — American women fluent in French and English who answered the urgent call for telephone operators needed in France during World War I. They took oaths, underwent training, and headed to war before most of the American doughboys arrived in France, connected 26 million calls and ultimately proved to be a significant factor in winning the war. This documentary film details their skill and courage, not officially recognized until long after their service.

The Colored School Foundation is pleased to announce the 2020 Langston Hughes Youth Oratorical Contest. The contest provides a wonderful forum for students to develop their speaking, writing and oratory skills while developing poise and confidence in an important life skill of public speaking. Contestants are required to deliver a 4 to 5-minute speech around the theme, “I dream a world…” FREE, but tickets required.

Note: This event takes place in the Opera House’s Black Box Laissez les bon temps rouler!! Bellydance with a jazzy twist, in honor of the coming Mardi Gras! An evening of talented and fun Bellydance performances in many styles. Our dancers will bring their best shimmies to the black box theatre for your entertainment and delight! Free, but registration required.

Cate Blanchett stars in Richard Linklater’s adaptation of the 2012 comic novel about a Seattle architect who goes missing. Bernadette Fox seems to have it all, so when she suddenly disappears without a trace, her concerned family sets off on an exciting adventure to solve the mystery of where she might have gone.

The Amici delle Muse Piano Trio will treat us to an evening of classical music. Pianist Ernest Baretta will accompany cellist Aneta Otręba-Kuznik and violinist Swiatoslaw Kuznik. All three members of the trio have earned their doctorates in performance (Peabody Conservatory and University of Maryland) and have performed extensively as soloists, both in America and overseas. Youth under 18 are FREE!  Made possible by The Peggy and Yale Gordon Trust

Sing along with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John and experience the friendships, romances, and adventures of a group of high school kids in the 1950s. Welcome to the singing and dancing world of “Grease,” the most successful movie musical of all time. Can a summer romance survive the rituals of high school cliques? Brush up on your Grease TRIVIA as you test your answers with fellow fans! Dress up in your best 50’s attire or as your favorite T-bird or Pink Lady…

Activities before the film start at 10:00 am Disney’s original (1951) animated Alice in Wonderland (G) Recommended for Ages 4+ Always free for kids under 13 when accompanied by an adult This classic tale tells the awe-inspiring story of 7-year-old Alice who falls down a rabbit hole into a colorful journey where she meets the March Hare, the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. Come and celebrate a Very Merry “Un-Birthday’ and share the magic of…

Jacqueline Simmons Hedberg, the author of Slaves, Plantations and Freedom on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, tells the story of 6 African Americans, both free and enslaved, that were vital to the economy of the Eastern Shore of Maryland and their stories of courage, cruelty, and hope. Refreshments and book signing to follow. FREE, but tickets required. This free lecture series is brought to you by the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House. (www.thelockhousemuseum.org) and sponsored by Stephens & Stephens Clocks of…

Joshua Banbury is a Texas-born multidimensional vocal artist and writer. He has trained in classical voice and theater since he was fifteen and is now an emerging jazz singer in the NYC area. He has sung with The Baltimore Symphony, The Glimmerglass Opera Festival, and most recently at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and National Sawdust. Additionally, he is slated to make his debut with his trio at The Kennedy Center in the spring of 2020. A recent graduate of…

Come and enjoy the talents of local high school students competing to win prizes: 1st- $400 and an all-expense-paid trip to compete in the District Talent Hunt in Pittsburgh 2nd- $200 3rd- $100 Free, but ticket required!

A reception for the renowned artist followed at 8 pm by a presentation about his paintings and how he works. Beginning Tuesday, January 28 – An exhibit of works by Paul Collins will be on display in the Opera House gallery and at Artists Emporium, 220 N Washington St, Havre de Grace MD 21078

Harriet Tubman escaped from slavery and became one of America’s greatest heroes, a leader in the Underground Railroad, a military commander, and a torchbearer for abolition, whose courage, ingenuity and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. This is her extraordinary story. THE HAVRE DE GRACE ARTS COLLECTIVE PRESENTS A CITY-WIDE CELEBRATION OF THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD AND TRIBUTE TO HARRIET TUBMAN – SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15 THROUGH MONDAY FEBRUARY 17. EVENT DETAILS COMING SOON!

Harriet Tubman Weekend Events – St. John’s Episcopal Church 3 pm “ISSAC WORTHINGTON, RUNAWAY SLAVE” – a radio play by Camay Murphy, featuring Peter Brooks, Colleen Webster, Greg Shinn, and Cochise Brooks Plus: A CONCERT OF SONGS by Debbra Mason (Free will offering) 5:30 pm – ANTEBELLUM SUPPER (Free will offering) Tickets are FREE, but registration is required.

“All Aboard for Philadelphia” – a talk by historian Phillip Hesser How Harriet Tubman, Fredrick Douglass, and others traveled to freedom in railroad passenger cars and steamboat cabins. Free Event, but registration required.

The hits of the 60s and 70s provide the perfect soundtrack for these old friends to catch up on the places life has led them, all performed with their own marvelous spin! Check the website for more dates. Email: laurie@tidewaterplayers.com

Halla is a fifty-year-old independent woman. But behind the scenes of a quiet routine, she leads a double life as a passionate environmental activist. As her actions grow bolder, her life changed in the blink of an eye when she is finally granted permission to adopt a girl from the Ukraine.

Historic food blogger, Kara Mae Harris, featured in the Baltimore Sun and online magazine, Atlas Obscura, presents her journey collecting and preserving old Maryland recipes (www.theoldlineplate.com). Refreshments to follow featuring vintage Maryland desserts. FREE, but tickets required. This free lecture series is brought to you by the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House. (www.thelockhousemuseum.org) and sponsored by Stephens & Stephens Clocks of Havre de Grace  

In partnership with the Harford County Public Library. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of Harford County Public Library. Learn about the history of Black Gospel Music and its roots in the African American community as local gospel choirs and soloists bring the history and sound to life with the stories behind the music and the music itself. Admission is free but registration is required!

“She’s Back!” Debbie Wojciechowski returns to The Opera House for an amazing evening, to present “Connecting with Your Loved Ones”. Debbie is a certified Evidential Medium and a former career Federal Law Enforcement Officer. She holds a Master of Science degree from Johns Hopkins University and her professional career included extensive work in the mental health field. Debbie is a self-proclaimed normal person but possesses an extraordinary gift – the ability to communicate with your loved ones on the “other…

Don’t miss this amazing show of Mike Massé performing some of the best classic rock songs of all time acoustically: Toto, Simon & Garfunkel, U2, the Beatles… His YouTube video views are in the MILLIONS, a really unique talent. Mike is an internationally acclaimed artist, whose arrangements are praised for their originality and emotional impact. Legends of rock have expressed their love and gratitude for his renditions of their finest works. This is an opportunity for friends and families to…

Activities before the film start at 10:30 am The Lego Movie: The Second Part 2019 (PG) Recommended for Ages 6+ Always free for kids under 13 when accompanied by an adult The citizens of Bricksburg face a dangerous new threat when LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space start to wreck everything in their path. The battle to defeat the enemy and restore harmony to the LEGO universe takes Emmet, Lucy, Batman and the rest of their friends to faraway, unexplored…

Lucas Bohn was born in a small town in southern Virginia. Known as the little guy who generates big laughs, Lucas’s ability to write clean, side-­‐spitting comedy has allowed him to share the stage with national headliners like Jimmy Fallon, Kevin Hart, and Billy Gardel. Always a fan of clean comedy, Lucas began his career with the idea that he would write jokes that were honest and thought-provoking but excluded excessive profanity. His family-friendly brand of entertainment reflects his belief…

Join us for a celebration of dance in many styles! The dancers in the ASADC Performing Company share their passion and talents at many venues in the community throughout the year. They are excited to share their year with you!

The setting is 1939 Hollywood. What a time, right? The famous producer David O. Selznick has stopped production of his new film, “Gone With The Wind”. Why do you ask? The screenplay does not work. Selznick has one last hope to pull off one of the greatest pictures ever made. He sends a car for the talented screenwriter Ben Hecht and pulls legendary director Victor Fleming off the set from his film, “The Wizard Of Oz”. Selznick then locks the…

Free-spirited widow Florence Green (Emily Mortimer) risks everything to open a bookshop in a conservative East Anglian coastal town. While bringing about a surprising cultural awakening, she earns the polite but ruthless opposition of a local grand dame (Patricia Clarkson) and the support and affection of a reclusive book-loving widower (Bill Nighy). A perfect film to enjoy with members of your book group and to gather with other local book groups to share what you have been reading.

*Activities before the film starts at 10:00A Bug’s Life (1998) (G) Recommended for Ages 5+ Always free for kids under 13 when accompanied by an adult Stunning visuals and quirky voices fuel this clever and unique view of the insect world – sure to spark every child’s imagination and curiosity. *Special activities led by the Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. USDA Officers will provide hands-on learning activities featuring an array of insects and bugs! Don’t miss…

Chinese-born, U.S.-raised Billi (Awkwafina) reluctantly returns to China. Her whole family knows their beloved matriarch, Nai-Nai, has been given mere weeks to live, but everyone has decided not to tell her, gathering instead under the joyful guise of an expedited wedding, uniting family members scattered among new homes abroad. Funny, uplifting, moving, and based on an actual life. In English and Mandarin with English subtitles.