This Week: Rapid Lemon Productions “Variations on Night,” artist talk with David Ayala at Night Owl Gallery, Jordan Tierney interactive experience at BMA, Art Soiree x Baltimore Met Gala party at Lord Baltimore, Submersive Productions’ Voyages: Chapter 7 at the National Aquarium, MICA MFAST exhibition at Sleepwalker Collective, COLAB artist panel at Eubie Blake, and a solo show from Maxine Taylor at MAXgallery — PLUS last chance to submit for the Maryland Film Fest and more featured opportunities!
BmoreArt’s Picks presents the best weekly art openings, events, and performances happening in Baltimore and surrounding areas. For a more comprehensive perspective, check the BmoreArt Calendar page, which includes ongoing exhibits and performances, and is updated on a daily basis.
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Rapid Lemon Productions Presents “Variations on Night”
Ongoing through July 27
@ The Strand Theater
The winning theme of last year’s audience vote was NIGHT! Join us for a select group of world premiere ten-minute plays by local authors, and vote to pick the theme for the 2026 Variations Project.
The plays:
“Light Strikes a Deal” by Meri Robie
“Night Crawlers: A Coming-of-Age Story” by Isaiah C. Evans
“Son of My Son’s Son” by Dwight R.B. Cook
“Night Hawks” by Jalice Ortiz-Corral
“Who is She” by Kristen Wheeler
“Bar Noir” by Jonathan Tycko
“Fanann” by Tad Cleaves
“Meeting at Midnight” by Janis Hannon
“Another Dark Night of the Soul” by Clarinda Harriss
“Thank Myrnis” by Felicia Barr
“The Switch” by Iman Michele Dancy
“The Nicest Hotel in All of Iceland” by Allegra Hatem
Starring:
Anthony Ross Ocampo
Devon Michelle Hernandez
Isaiah C. Evans
Pablo Akira
ReginaGinaG
Sarah Lynn Taylor
Lauren Davis (The Book of Grace, 2024) directs.
Performed live on stage at Strand Theater, 5426 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21214. Tickets are general admission, $25. A special discounted “Industry Night” performance is just $15, on Monday, July 14. There will also be a $10 preview performance on Thursday, July 10.
Rapid Lemon Productions uses paperless ticketing — patrons’ names will be at will call on the date of the performance.
Tickets are non-refundable.
David Ayala | Artist Talk
Wednesday, July 16 :: 7-9pm
@ Night Owl Gallery
Join us for an intimate evening with featured artist David Ayala! David will share insight into their evocative, deeply personal art practice.
David’s work blends traditional oil painting techniques with unexpected materials like glitter, nail polish, and glass beads to explore themes of queer sensuality, Christian iconography, and pop culture symbolism—especially The Wizard of Oz. In this artist talk, they’ll discuss their influences, materials, process, and the emotional landscape behind his current solo exhibition, Repeat After Me. Come early to see the show!
This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with the artist, ask questions, and hear about the intersections of faith, sexuality, and fantasy that shape their vibrant body of work.
🎤 Free & open to the public (Donations Welcome)🎨 Refreshments served | All are welcome
🗓 Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025🕢 Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM📍 Location: Night Owl Gallery – 1735 Maryland Avenue, Upstairs, Baltimore, MD
Note: This location has stairs.
Street parking. Paid parking is available at 1714N N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201 across from The Charles Theater
Waystation Meditation with Jordan Tierney
Thursday, July 17 :: 5-7pm
@ Baltimore Museum of Art
Enter Waystation for Future Migrations, Late 21st Century Jones Falls Watershed, a sculptural rest stop imagined by artist Jordan Tierney as part of her speculative vision. Inspired by the wisdom of Octavia Butler and the ecology of the Jones Falls Watershed, this dome-shaped refuge offers a space for reflection, unburdening, and quiet transformation. This meditative experience honors slowness, presence, and imagination. Jordan Tierney will sit silently in the dome, holding space for up to two guests at a time.
This event will take place on Thursday, July 17 from 5-7 p.m. Each meditation lasts 7 minutes, with a short transition between participants. Afterwards, visitors are invited to reflect on their experience with a journal prompt.
This program is offered in conjunction with the 2025 Baker Artist Awards exhibition.
Accessibility notes: The dome has a narrow entrance and low lighting. Visitors will need to be able to sit or kneel on the floor for the duration of the 7-minute session. While awaiting entry to the dome standing may be required. Gallery stools will be provided.
Read more of this week’s picks at BmoreArt.
