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PERFORMANCES & EVENTS
Bringing together community, culture, and creativity through a wide range of music and performances in our spacious theater from across all artistic disciplines.
exceptional creative experiences for all interests and ages
BlackRock is the premier site in Upcounty Montgomery County Maryland for music, theatre, dance, and cultural events and performances. We have several event spaces, but all are built with accessibility, community, inclusivity, and intimacy in mind.
When operating in full capacity, BlackRock hosts more than 40,000 people per the year and features top regional, national, and international touring talent across all performing art disciplines.
Upcoming
UPCOMING EVENTS & PERFORMANCES
Multiple DatesFri, Apr 19Apr 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAApr 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USABlackRock presents The Color Purple. Coming off the extraordinary success of Dreamgirls, The Color Purple becomes the second in-house produced musical in the history of BlackRock Center for The Arts.
Multiple DatesWed, May 01May 01, 2024, 7:10 PM – 9:10 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 01, 2024, 7:10 PM – 9:10 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAALOGs purpose is to further the careers of fine artists and fine crafters and to bring an appreciation of these arts to the community. ALOGs members include professional and amateur artists and crafters and all those who love the visual arts.
Sat, May 04May 04, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 04, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAJoin us as we gather in our Mainstage to honor the iconic saga that has captured hearts and imaginations across the galaxy. You can even catch all four films for $20.00 with our all-day Jedi pass!
Sat, May 04May 04, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 04, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAJoin us as we gather in our Mainstage to honor the iconic saga that has captured hearts and imaginations across the galaxy. You can even catch all four films for $20.00 with our all-day Jedi pass!
Sat, May 04May 04, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 04, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAJoin us as we gather in our Mainstage to honor the iconic saga that has captured hearts and imaginations across the galaxy. You can even catch all four films for $20.00 with our all-day Jedi pass!
Sat, May 04May 04, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 04, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAJoin us as we gather in our Mainstage to honor the iconic saga that has captured hearts and imaginations across the galaxy. You can even catch all four films for $20.00 with our all-day Jedi pass!
Multiple DatesSat, May 11May 11, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 11, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAThe BlackRock Center for the Arts Artisan's Market is back! With your favorite vendors who specialize in hand crafted, jewelry, candles, and more, you can join us monthly for your handmade fix. Shop local, shop small, shop art!
Sun, May 12May 12, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
Fri, May 17May 17, 2024, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
Sun, May 19May 19, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 19, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAOn May 19, 2024, at 5:00PM, Word Dance Theater will present Beauty and Her Shadow, our newest production highlighting the classically beautiful choreography of Isadora Duncan in juxtaposition to images and spoken word that amplify and deepen our investigation of the question, “what is Beauty now?”.
Sat, May 25May 25, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USAMay 25, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USARising quickly through the tribute ranks, RagDolls has garnered the type of critical acclaim - in the span of a few years - that takes most tributes years to achieve. Delivering energetic and powerful performances, RagDolls dig deep into the soul of America’s greatest rock and roll band.
Fri, Jun 07Jun 07, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
Sat, Jun 29Jun 29, 2024, 7:30 PMBlackRock Center of the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
Fri, Jul 12Jul 12, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
Fri, Jul 26Jul 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMBlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
Virtual
VIRTUAL PERFORMANCES
Together, apart. A common phrase in the time of quarantine but so needed--as are the arts. Our team remains committed to producing high-quality virtual performances that our beloved supporters can enjoy anytime, anywhere, with anyone.
Virtual Performances
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INSCAPE: Romanticism and Beyond
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BlackRock Celebrates the Season (Virtual Performance)
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
We love our artists. We love sharing their talents. And we love giving them a platform to tell their stories. Watch our interviews of artists who come from or now live right in our own backyard.
Local Artist Spotlights
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Artist Spotlight | Nana Edu
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Artist Spotlight | Cheriss May
Archived Events
ARCHIVED EVENTS
We continue to share the love for past events, artists, and partners. Check out our archive of community events and performances below.
Archived Events
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The Upcounty Hub Anniversary Celebration
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Too Precious To Lose
Perform @ BlackRoc
PERFORM @ BLACKROCK
We are always looking for artists, of all kinds, to perform at BlackRock!
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