For one night only, Mayor Brandon Scott is trading City Hall for the theatrical stage as he makes a special cameo appearance in Baltimore Center Stage‘s production of “CHARMZ: The Other Reindeer.”
Scott will kick off the production’s run as he joins the cast for opening night on Saturday, Nov. 21.
The theater has announced special guest cameos for its original holiday musical – including the city’s mayor – which makes its world premiere on Nov. 13, 2026, and runs through Dec. 27, 2026. The lineup includes local business and community leaders and media personalities enthusiastic to take part in the fun.
“We’re thrilled to bring CHARMZ: The Other Reindeer to life and share this joyful, original holiday story with Baltimore audiences,” said Ken-Matt Martin, director of CHARMZ and executive director of Baltimore Center Stage. “Having so many incredible leaders, artists and community members join us onstage through these special cameos makes the production even more meaningful. Baltimore is a city built on creativity, connection and community, and this is a wonderful way to celebrate the people who make it so special while inviting audiences of all ages to experience the magic of live theater together.”
Other notable appearances include actor, comedian and internet personality Kalen Allen — who starred in Baltimore Center Stage’s production of “Bocking” and now lives in Baltimore — (Nov. 27); Baltimore Center Stage Board President Chrissy Thornton (Nov. 29); Janet Currie, president of Greater Maryland at Bank of America (Dec. 2); Mark Anthony Thomas, president and CEO of the Greater Baltimore Committee (Dec. 4); Kirby Fowler, president and CEO of The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore (Dec. 5); Becky Smith, president and CEO of APG Federal Credit Union (Dec. 6); Raymone Jackson, president of the T. Rowe Price Foundation (Dec. 9); Robyn Murphy, CEO of Create Baltimore (Dec. 10); gospel musician Maurette Brown Clark (Dec. 13); Kate Burgin, executive director and CEO of The Walters Art Museum (Dec. 16); Carter Polakoff, president and CEO of Port Discovery Children’s Museum (Dec. 17); and TV personality Carla Hall (Dec. 19).
BCS executive director Ken-Matt Martin is book writer and director of the production, and Nygel D. Robinson wrote the original music and lyrics. “CHARMZ” is the story of a young reindeer searching for what makes him special when he doesn’t have Rudolph’s famous red nose or an obvious trait that sets him apart. Through music, friendship and self-discovery, Charmz learns that being extraordinary doesn’t always look the way we expect.
More special guests will be announced in the weeks leading up to and during the show’s run, with additional surprises in store. Community nights already planned include Family First Night (Nov. 13), Baltimore Creatives Night (Nov. 14), Baltimore School for the Arts Day (Nov. 15), D9/HBCU Night (Nov. 18), Radio One Night (Nov. 19), Kaiser Permanente presents Community Night (Nov. 21) and BSA Alumni Night (Dec. 23).
As for Scott’s participation, not only does it work because he is mayor of Baltimore, but he has a child named “Charm.” Charm is not quite three years old, though, so likely not a member of Actors Equity just yet. Martin will have to make do with the mayor himself.
Tickets are available at the Baltimore Center Stage website and by calling the BCS Box Office at 410-332-0033, or in person at the Box Office located at 700 North Calvert Street, Baltimore.
