This Week: Antonio Soto and Carlos Raba in conversation at The Walters, Zoë Charlton lectures at UMBC, Dream Big Celebration at The Lyric, The Tallest Dwarf screening at JHU, Driskell Center Artist Talk + Driskell Distinguished Lecture, Kongo Astronauts screening at the BMA, MICA’s 10th Annual Edible Book Festival, and the relaunch of Making Space Bmore — PLUS volunteer at 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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Boshell Lecture: ¡Salud! Beverages from Past to Present
Tuesday, March 24 :: 3-4pm
@ The Walters Art Museum
Registration required.
Ever wonder about the origins of hot chocolate? Or the tequila in your favorite cocktail? Antonio Soto, Director of Collections at Museo del Objeto del Objeto (MODO) in Mexico City, will explore their historical origins and cultural practices. Carlos Raba, co-owner and chef of Clavel, local taqueria and mezcaleria, and Ellen Hoobler, William B. Ziff Curator of Art of the Americas, will join Antonio in conversation to discuss modern-day approaches to these ancient beverages. Following the lecture and Q&A, we welcome you to enjoy a light reception in the Museum Cafe.
Tuesday, March 24 :: 5-6:30pm
@ UMBC CIRCA
Artist Zoë Charlton will speak about the process behind creating Third Watch, her new public art work featuring illuminated sculptures depicting three pregnant female figures, inspired by African traditions. The three figures installed at the top of the North Avenue Market in Baltimore watch over the neighborhood and are meant to invoke a sense of peace, protection, and light, qualities that the community hopes to embrace as it moves forward after years of struggle. Third Watch was made possible through a commission from the Inviting Light Initiative funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies to help revitalize the Station North Arts and Entertainment District. Charlton will be joined by Adam Nelson and Peter Karis from Paradise Labs, the team that she worked with to fabricate the work.
Zoë Charlton builds a visual language of assembly through drawing, collage, installation, and animation as ways to bring fragments of history into conversation. Charlton is a Professor of Art and Director of the School of Art at George Mason University, where she cultivates a culture of care, inquiry, and shared leadership within the arts in higher education.
Paradise Labs is a team of makers, creators, and problem-solvers specializing in museum, zoo, aquarium exhibit design, as well as medical simulation assemblies and limited run manufacturing.
Tuesday, March 24 :: 6:30-10pm
@ The Lyric Baltimore
Lyric Baltimore’s Dream Big Celebration champions the voice and agency of Greater Baltimore-area youth — and on March 24th, young voices are taking the stage.
Join us as the finalists of Lyric Baltimore’s 9th Annual Dream Big Contest perform their award-winning work in one of Baltimore’s grandest theaters. Expect powerful storytelling, unforgettable performances by the Baltimore School for the Arts Jazz Ensemble, Alvin Ailey Dance Camp, and the Baltimore City College Choir — and a reception with live grooves from DJ Mighty Mark.
Read more of this week’s picks at BmoreArt.
