Maryland couples looking for a special date night can enjoy a live concert, watch a play, participate in a murder mystery dinner and other special events in the month of March.
2 Thursday
God of Carnage
Through March 26. A play based on two upper middle class families who try to resolve a dispute over cocktails. The result is a dissolution of every rule of etiquette, courtesy and correctness. $23-38. Check website for showtimes. Compass Rose Theatre, Annapolis. 410-980-6662, compassrosetheatre.org
3 Friday
All That’s Jazz Concert Series
Performance by Bay Jazz Project. $22; $25 at door. 7:30pm. Bowie Center for the Performing Arts. 240-232-6376, bravamd.org
Winter Musical
March 3-5. The USNA Glee Club performs its new musical, “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” with a live pit orchestra. The musical is a musical satire of corporate life and office politics. $16-19. Fri., 8pm; Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. Mahan Hall, USNA, Annapolis. navyperforms.showare.com
4 Saturday
Murder Mystery Dinner
Help solve a mystery with provided clues. Ticket price includes light appetizers, dinner, dessert, coffee and cash bar. $85. 6-9pm. Rod N Reel, Chesapeake Beach. 866-312-5596, chesapeakebeachresortspa.com
Annapolis Irish Hooley
Gala featuring Dublin 5, Pipe Bands, Irish dancers, open bar, food and more. $50-60. 6-10 pm. Annapolis Waterfront Hotel. Naptownevents.com
Bull and Oyster Roast
Freshly shucked oysters, pit beef, raffles, prizes, casino games, live music and more. $55-60. 6-10 pm. Baltimore Museum of Industry, Baltimore. 410-727-4808, bmi.org
Annual Black Tie & Diamonds Gala
Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and silent auction before a seated dinner and live auction. The Nightlife Band will perform. Proceeds benefit the Samaritan House. $150. 6-11pm. The Westin, Annapolis. Annapolisrotary.org
Defending the Caveman
A wine reception followed by a performance featuring insights on contemporary feminism, masculine sensitivity and the erogenous zone. Funds raised go to help St. Johns College students meet college expenses. $50; $60, at the door. 7pm. St. John’s College, Francis Scott Key Auditorium, Annapolis. Defending.brownpapertickets.com
District Comedy
The comedy group “District Comedy” performs. Ages 18 and older. 8-10pm. $15. Publik Playhouse, Cheverly, visitprincegeorgescounty.com/event/district-comedy
8 Wednesday
Dirty Movie Night
Watch “Dirt! The Movie” which is a documentary that sheds light on the relationship between humans and the Earth’s “skin,” that is, the soil. Refreshments provided. Please RSVP to [email protected]. $10 donation. 6pm. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. [email protected]
10 Friday
Impractical Jokers
A special blend of comedy, high-jinks, and never-before-seen videos on stage performed by the Impractical Jokers. $51.50. 7pm. The Lyric, Baltimore. 410-900-1150, lyricbaltimore.com
Davey Yarborough and Esther Williams
A husband-and-wife duo perform their soulful blend of jazz and original songwriting. $25. 8-10pm. Montpelier Arts Center, Laurel. 301-377-7800, arts.pgparks.com
11 Saturday
Tasting the Past: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Foodways historian Joyce White shares the history of sugar from its use as a medicine to a tasty treat. Registration required by March 3. $16. 1:30pm. Riversdale House Museum, Riverdale Park. 301-864-0420, pgparks.com/page70209.aspx
Shamrock Fest
St. Patrick’s Day-themed music festival featuring Celtic and alternative rock bands. $24.99-89.99. 2-10pm. RFK Stadium Festival Grounds, Washington, D.C. shamrockfest.com
KC Jazz Club
Washington City Paper’s jazz vocalist of the year, Christie Dashiel, performs. $30-39. Shows at 7 and 9pm. Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C 202-397-7328, kennedy-center.org
12 Sunday
Zipping for Chocolate
Zip line, giant swing, games and a special chocolate tasting with wine. $35. 1pm. Terrapin Adventures, Savage. 301-725-1313, terrapinadventures.com
St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock 5K
St. Patrick’s Day-themed race featuring prizes and post-race party. $45. 1:15pm. Charles and Franklin streets, Baltimore. charmcityrun.com
Beer 101: What You Taste and Why
Explore the basics of brewing, as well as what each ingredient does for the beer’s color, aroma, alcohol content, body and flavor. Eight beer samples, appetizers, a growler with logo, and tour passes to the Heavy Seas brewery. $25. 3-5pm. Heavy Seas Brewery, Baltimore. 410-247- 7822, hsbeer.com
Concert of Taste
Live music by The Rob Levit Duo, raffles, auction, food and more. This year’s theme is “Music Rocks the Soul.” Proceeds benefit Annapolis Symphony Orchestra. $85. 6-9pm. Francis Scott Key Lobby in Mellon Hall, St. John’s College, Annapolis. Annapolissymphony.org
Sting
Sting performs plus special guests Joe Summer, The Last Bandoleros and more. $104-960. 8-10pm. MGM, National Harbor. mgmnationalharbor.com
16 Thursday
Pink Tie Party
Food and beverage stations, unique entertainment, silent auction and more. Proceeds benefit the National Cherry Blossom Festival. $90-300. 7-11pm. Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Washington, D.C. nationalcherryblossomfestival.org
17 Friday
Sham Rock and Roll Fest
Performances from Irish rockers Dublin X, Pennsylvania band Amish Outlaw and 1980s tribute band Weird Science. Check website for ticket prices. 2pm. Union Jack’s, Annapolis. 410-266-5681, tickets.unionjacksannapolis.com
Ready, Sip, Paint
Paint a simple painting with guided instructions. Light refreshments served. $40. 6-8pm. Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, St. Leonard. 410-586-8501, jefpat.org
The Taming of the Shrew
March 17-April 9. A Shakespeare production based on marital power struggles. The wife makes it clear that no man is worthy, so her father marries her off to Petruchio, who then sets about to “tame” her. $14-49. Check website for showtimes. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, Baltimore. 410-244-5870, chesapeakeshakespeare.com
18 Saturday
Dalla Terra Portfolio
Saturdays weekly. Taste affordable quality wines from Italy’s finest producers. Free. 11am-4pm. Wine Cellars of Annapolis. 410-216-9080, winecellarsofannapolis.com
Wedding Showcase
Enjoy free champagne and wedding menu samplings, tour the resort’s wedding sites, visit with wedding vendors and more. $10; $15, at the door. 2-5pm. Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa, Chesapeake Beach. 866-312-5596, chesapeakebeachresortspa.com
19 Sunday
Bach in Berlin: Presented by PMR
A chamber music ensemble performs baroque, classical and early romantic pieces. $30. Pre-concert talk begins at 2:30pm; concert starts at 3:30pm. 2:30-5pm. Baltimore Museum of Art. 443-573-1700, artbma.org
21 Tuesday
In The Vane Of….The Grateful Dead
Annapolis musicians present a concept that mixes the familiarity of favorite songs with newly written tunes inspired by a legendary artist. Proceeds benefit Annapolis Musician Fund. $30. 7pm. Rams Head On Stage, Annapolis. 410-268-4545, ramsheadonstage.com
22 Wednesday
Tea in the Garden
Enjoy afternoon tea while learning about the history of teas and the part they play in our society. Homemade scones, tea cookies and pastries will be served. $20. Noon-1:30pm. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Art Center, Solomons. 410-326-4640, annmariegarden.org
Zoo Paint Night
Guided paint instruction. One drink included with each admission. Ages 15 and older. Registration required. $45. 5:30-8pm. The Maryland Zoo, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org
Critters and Cocktails
Entertaining, educational lecture series features a guest speaker addressing a topic on the wildlife of the Chesapeake Bay region. Beverages served at 6:30pm; lecture starts at 7pm. $8; $10, non-members. 6:30-7:45pm. Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center, Grasonville. Bayrestoration.org
24 Friday
Colonial Rum Tasting with Blackwater Distilling
Learn about drinking rum during the colonial period and taste rums and rum cocktails inspired by colonial recipes. $45. 7-9pm. Historic London Town and Gardens, Edgewater. Historiclondontown.com
Women’s Glee Club
The Women’s Glee Club performs. Check website for ticket prices. 7:30pm. USNA Main Chapel, Annapolis. Navyperforms.shaware.com
Baltimore Music Festival
Music festival featuring Maze, Frankie Beverly, Keith Sweat and others. $62-128. 8pm. Royal Farms Arena, Baltimore. 410-347-2020, royalfarmsarena.com
25 Saturday
One Woman Sex And The City
A parody on love, friendship and shoes based on the six seasons of “Sex and the City.” Includes puns, cosmopolitans and audience participation. $25. 8pm. Rams Head on Stage, Annapolis. 410-268-4545, ramsheadonstage.com
28 Tuesday
Hamburg Ballet: ‘The Little Mermaid’
March 28-April 2. The company performs the D.C. premiere of John Neumeier’s adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fable. Geared toward adults, this production is a darker meditation on love, loss and alienation. $29-125. Check website for showtimes. The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C 202-397-7328, kennedy-center.org/calendar/event/BRBSH
Russian National Ballet
The Russian National Ballet performs during the Distinguished Artists Series. Check website for ticket prices. 7:30pm. USNA Alumni Hall, Annapolis. Navyperforms.showare.com
30 Thursday
Cocktails for a Cause
Featuring specialty cocktails, raffles, a 50/50 drawing and more. Proceeds benefit the Wellness House of Annapolis. $20 suggested donation. 5-9pm. Acme Bar & Grill, Annapolis. 410-990-0941
Wedding Happy Hour
Food, cocktails and vendors including caterers, DJs, photographers and more. Registration required. Free. 5:30–8pm
American Visionary Art Museum, Baltimore. 410-244-1900, AVAM.org
Annapolis Film Festival
March 30-April 2. Films, panel discussions, coffee talk breakfasts with filmmakers, tech talks, parties and more. $12.50-125. See website for events and hours. Various venues, Annapolis. Annapolisfilmfestival.com
Taste of the Towne Centre and Fashion Show
Fashion show followed by drinks and food. All proceeds benefit The Lighthouse: A Homeless Prevention and Support Center in Annapolis. $35; $40 at the door. 6-9pm. Great Gatherings, Annapolis. 443-569-4209, friendslhs.org/taste-of-the-towne
31 Friday
Nine
March 31-April 27. Thurs., Fri. and Sat. A musical about the story of a film director and his attempts to come up with a plot for his next film as he is pursued by hordes of beautiful women. $20. 8pm. The Colonial Players, Annapolis. 410-268-7373
