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The Strand is the only brick-and-mortar theater in Baltimore to present outstanding works written ONLY by women artists! We invite you to celebrate our new theater and our commitment to putting women at the center of the creative process. Join us!

2017-2018 Season: Journeys​        
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS . . .

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​Actors Tool Box I: Provides an introduction to acting and theatre, focusing on the basic skills and concepts needed to develop fully develop characters, and telling the story of a play. Students work in the areas of Improv acting, movement & physical acting, and voice projection. Students use Creative Drama to devise their own work, which they present to a live audience as their final performance. 

Actors Tool Box II: This class provides advanced training to students with some theatre experience. This class will help students to improve their skill level, and tackle more challenging works on stage. Students work in the areas of Improv acting, movement & physical acting, and voice projection. Students use Creative Drama to devise their own work, which they present to a live audience as their final performance. 

This class is currently open to children ages 5-11 years old, or grades K-5.

Saturdays March 17 – May 26, 2018 (No class on March 31)
11am - 12pm Actors Tool Box I - II: grades K-5
(Registration for this class is available on Saturdays at the theater. Online registration has closed)
Cost - $120 for 10 weeks.

Wednesdays April 4 - May 23 
5:30pm - 6:30pm  Actors Tool Box I - II: grades K-5
Cost - $95 for 8 weeks.
Online registration below.

All Classes take place in the lobby of the Strand Theater - 5426 Harford Road, Baltimore 21214

About the Instructor: Lydia James-Harris is the Director of Education at Spotlighters Theatre. Lydia studied at the University of South Carolina, where she graduated with Master of Arts in Theatre Education. Lydia has taught theatre and acting classes to students of a variety of ages, from Pre K - 12th Grades. Her goal is to inspire and guide the interest and involvement of theatre in young people.
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We deeply regret to announce that due to unforeseen circumstances, the production of Sojourners is postponed until further notice. We sincerely apologize to our subscribers, supporters, and friends for the inconvenience. The Strand Board of Directors, staff and production team remain committed to the production, and to delivering theater of highest artistic quality to our audiences. Thank you for your patience.
Sojourners
By Mfoniso Udofia
Directed by Roz Cauthen
TBA
Abasiama came to America with high hopes—for her arranged marriage and for her future. She was intent on earning a degree and returning to Nigeria. But when her husband is seduced by America, she must choose between the Nigerian and the American dream.


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Women on Top Series - Festival
3 new works
April, May, June
An annual, curated series of innovative projects by women artists. The program offers meaningful, project-based support for women artists to develop and present new works that will have a significant impact for the artists and the artistic and broader community in the region, while upholding the Strand Theater’s mission of amplifying women’s voices on stage and off.
Will be open for submissions in November 2017.  
 
She Speaks - Second Series
Ongoing
Women take the stage in our year-long series of short engagements that include play readings, workshops, concerts, poetry nights, and musical events. The purpose of the series is to provide opportunities for women artists and to showcase a wide variety of women’s diverse voices and perspectives.
“She Speaks” is included in our subscriptions at no additional charge. 
Prices vary for non-subscription holders.
 
Crafty Women Workshops!
Ongoing
Friends and partners of the Strand lead community workshops on playwriting, directing, and acting, as well as community relevant topics.
Prices vary. 
 
Community Connection!
Ongoing
We are committed to strengthening our relationships with artists, businesses, organizations, and residents in the Hamilton-Lauraville community. The Strand thrives to play an integral part in building a stronger and safer community infrastructure that benefits the lives of local residents and visitors. We remain open to community collaborations in Hamilton-Lauraville, Baltimore City, and beyond.
 
Appreciation Soiree!
June 2018
By Invitation
Our donors, subscribers and volunteers will enjoy an invitation-only end-of-season appreciation soiree.

In The News...

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WE HAVE A NEW HOME! 

Following a two-year search for a permanent space and a concerted effort to secure funding, the Strand Theater Company is happy to announce -
WE HAVE A NEW HOME!!!

Woman-focused Strand Theater buys new home in Hamilton-Lauraville
by Tim Smith of The Baltimore Sun 

The Strand is moving to the historic Hamilton-Lauraville neighborhood, where a former bank building has just the right attributes to become a home for our thriving company! We look forward to being a part of this vibrant and supportive community, and continuing our mission of amplifying women's voices on stage and off!

The Strand is grateful for the generous support of the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street (Richard Marsiglia - President of the Board and Regina Lansinger - Director), and Dian Combs in making this move possible, and to every donor and community member, who played a part in the effort by helping us with their contributions, expertise, and encouragement! Thank you!

We cannot wait to celebrate with you, as the new Strand Theater opens to the public later this year, and unveils its 9th consecutive season! 

 Please stay tuned !




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Strand Theater Second Series
SHE SPEAKS
On-going series of short engagements,  comprising a wide variety of programming, i.e. play readings, workshops, concerts, poetry nights, musical events, and more. The goal of the series is to provide opportunities for women artists and to showcase a wide variety of women’s diverse voices and perspectives. 
Prices vary per event.