Lyric Education and Community Programs

04/07/2026

Aspiring performers in grades 9-12: Time is running out to register for our Chrysalis Lab workshop!

The deadline to sign up for this dynamic, improv-based class is this Thursday, April 9. Move beyond the standard acting class to find your unique voice and expand your range on stage. Secure your spot to join this high-energy workshop designed specifically for high schoolers ready to level up their performance. Classes start next Monday, April 13!

Sign up here:

At The Lyric, we believe that combining live performance with arts education can have a lasting impact on young people. Our in-school and after-school programs in theatre, music, and creative writing center on student voice, creativity, and storytelling. This winter, we’re excited to offer two ma...

04/02/2026

Meet Blue Cavell-Allette, the talented instructor for our upcoming Chrysalis Lab workshop!

Blue is an award-winning interdisciplinary artist from Baltimore who has been featured as a performer and teacher at theaters across North America. She currently serves as an adjunct professor of Applied Improv at Morgan State University.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn under the guidance of one of Baltimore’s most dynamic artists!

Registration ends next Thursday, April 9. Students in grades 9-12 can sign up here: https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/education/after-school-programs

03/26/2026

What an incredible night at The Lyric!

The 2026 Dream Big Celebration was a powerful reminder of the passion and resilience of our youth. Seeing these students on stage sharing their visions for a better world was nothing short of inspiring.

Congratulations to all of our finalists and thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate these young leaders!

And shoutout to WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore for shining a light on this special program!

Lyric Baltimore hosted its ninth annual Dream Big awards contest on Tuesday.

03/24/2026

The stage is set for tonight’s Dream Big Celebration at The Lyric!

We hope you can join us as we honor the creativity and brilliance of Baltimore area youth.

There’s still time to get free tickets for what’s sure to be an unforgettable evening.

Visit https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/events/detail/dream-big

03/19/2026

Did you catch two of this year’s Dream Big Visionaries on TV earlier this week?!

Sophie Windt and Rabin Bhandari were featured on WJZ-TV's morning show on Monday, sharing the inspiration behind their powerful submissions.

Sophie, Rabin, and our six other top finalists will present their winning entries on stage at the Lyric during next Tuesday night’s Dream Big Celebration!

Come out and support the voice and agency of Greater Baltimore youth. Reserve your free tickets at https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/events/detail/dream-big

03/18/2026

Presence. Bravery. Joy. The Chrysalis Lab is a dynamic space for high school students looking to expand their range on stage. This isn't just a standard acting class; it's a workshop designed to help you discover your unique voice through improv.

Join us on Mondays starting April 13 and get comfortable owning your spot on the stage.

Learn more and register at https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/education/after-school-programs

03/16/2026

Take the stage with confidence. Registration for The Chrysalis Lab is open, offering high school students a collaborative environment to take artistic risks and discover their unique presence.

Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your craft and gain the skills to truly command the stage!

Classes start April 13 – sign up at https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/education/after-school-programs

03/12/2026

Baltimore’s future is bold, inspiring and creative. Witness the brilliance and passion of our city’s youth on March 24th when we host the Dream Big Celebration on The Lyric’s historic stage.

This isn't just a performance, it’s a showcase of our incredible finalists and featured performers who are ready to share their stories, their art, and their vision for the future.

We hope you can join us for this special evening. Reserve your free tickets at: https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/events/detail/dream-big

03/10/2026

Happy Harriet Tubman Day Tubman City!!!!! Join us in honoring a trailblazing icon, freedom fighter, vanguard ancestor, Harriet Tubman. Join us for our 2026 Dream Big Celebration and secure your free tickets by clicking the link in our bio!✨💐🕯️

03/09/2026

Level up your acting skills at The Lyric!

Ever wanted to step into the spotlight but weren't sure where to start? The Chrysalis Lab is the perfect place to begin.

We’re inviting students from all over the city to step out of their comfort zones and onto our stage. Over six weeks, you’ll master the art of improv, refine your performance range, and build the bravery it takes to truly own the spotlight.

Classes start April 13 – sign up today!

https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/education/after-school-programs

03/05/2026

We are proud to welcome the Baltimore School for the Arts Jazz Ensemble to the stage for our Dream Big Celebration!

As one of the top five public performing arts high schools in the country, BSA provides rigorous pre-professional training that has served as a launchpad for acclaimed artists like Warren Wolf and Brandon Woody. On Tuesday, March 24th, come hear these dedicated students as they showcase the skills they've honed alongside local jazz mentors.

From the halls of BSA to the stage at The Lyric, these young artists are ready to share the sound of Baltimore’s next generation.

Join us for an evening of inspiration—reserve your free tickets at https://www.lyricbaltimore.com/events/detail/dream-big