Upcoming Events

February

Forbidden Broadway: Greatest Hits, Vol. 1
February 21 @ 1:00 am - February 23 @ 12:59 am

Forbidden Broadway: Greatest Hits, Vol. 1

Sat. February 21, 7-9pm: Click here for tickets

Sun. February 22, 4-6pm: Click here for tickets

Tickets: $25
Seating is limited — reserve your spot early!

Get ready to laugh out loud when Forbidden Broadway: Greatest Hits, Vol. 1 comes to Ocean City! Presented by the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company (LSPAC) in partnership with the Art League of Ocean City Center for the Arts, this fast-paced musical revue delivers hilarious parodies of your favorite Broadway shows and stars.

From Wicked to Annie—no show is spared! Created and written by Gerard Alessandrini, Forbidden Broadway has delighted audiences for decades with its razor-sharp wit, clever lyrics, and spot-on musical satire. Expect laugh-out-loud takes on iconic Broadway musicals and legendary composers, including Liza, Carol, and Sondheim—all fair game in this uproarious celebration of theater.

This project is partially funded by the Worcester County Arts Council and the Somerset County Arts Council, with support from the Maryland State Arts Council.

Forbidden Broadway: Greatest Hits, Vol. 1 is presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

March

10th Annual Ocean City Film Festival
March 5 @ 1:00 am - March 9 @ 12:59 am

The Art League of Ocean City is proud to present OC’s 10th Annual Ocean City Film Festival, showcasing new films by regional and international filmmakers of every background and genre. Screenings will be held at venues across Ocean City, alongside filmmaker Q&As, special events, and opening and closing parties throughout the festival.

Headlining the festival is comedy icon Patton Oswalt, performing live at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center on Thursday, March 5 at 7:00 PM! This special headliner event is part of the Ocean City Film Festival celebration, and tickets must be purchased separately and are only available through the Ocean City Performing Arts Center. Click here to purchase tickets!

Visit ocmdfilmfestival.com for more information.

Ticket Options:

TIER 1 PRICING:

Available Dec 2–Feb 15

  • 4-Day Festival Pass: $125
  • Single Day Passes: $35

TIER 2 PRICING:

Available Feb 16 – March 8

  • 4-Day Festival Pass: $145
  • Single Day Passes: $40

Passes MUST BE picked up at the Art League of Ocean City. Your receipt is not your festival pass.

Pass Pickup:

Fri. Feb 27: 9am-4pm

Sat & Sun Feb 28 – March 1: 11am-4pm

Mon-Sun March 2-8: 9am-4pm

4-Day Festival Passes include:

  • All in-person screenings of feature films and short film blocks and all in-person events.
  • Does not include tickets to Patton Oswalt headliner

Single Day Passes include:

  • All in-person screenings of feature films and short film blocks and all in-person events on that day.
  • Does not include tickets to Patton Oswalt headliner

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Please note: passes are non-refundable and films are not rated. Viewer discretion is advised. All in-person screenings are general admission and first-come, first served. Please arrive early to guarantee your seat

Bus Trip to Smithsonian American Art Museum
March 30 @ 8:00 am - March 30 @ 7:30 pm

Join us for a special day trip to the Smithsonian American Art Museum to experience Grandma Moses: A Good Day’s Work, a captivating exhibition that sheds new light on the life and legacy of Anna Mary Robertson “Grandma” Moses. This exhibition explores how Moses used creativity, hope, and community to shape a remarkable artistic career, while examining her enduring influence on American art and culture.

Guests will enjoy lunch at the museum’s restaurant or a nearby eatery before departing the museum at 4 PM. On the return trip, we’ll pass the Tidal Basin for a sneak peek of Washington’s iconic cherry blossoms!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Or call us at 410-524-9433

Trip Details

Date: Monday, March 30

Bus departs at 8AM from the ACME parking lot, 94th Street, Ocean City
Second Stop in Salisbury at 8:30am from the Boscov’s parking lot (facing route 13)
Returns approximately 7:30 PM

Where: Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC
Grandma Moses: A Good Day’s Work
https://americanart.si.edu/exhibitions/grandma-moses

Pricing: $95 members / $115 non-members
Water and snacks will be provided on the bus

Lunch: On your own at the museum’s restaurant or a nearby restaurant

Bonus: The bus will depart the museum at 4 PM, and on the return trip to Ocean City we’ll pass the Tidal Basin for a sneak peek of Washington’s iconic cherry blossoms

June

Summer Kids Camp - Theater
June 29 @ 10:00 am - July 2 @ 3:00 pm

Art League Summer Kids Camp – Theater Summer Camp

Inspired by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis

June 29 – July 2, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members

Join the Art League of Ocean City for a fun and creative Theater Summer Camp led by instructor Kathryn Redden. Inspired by the beloved classic The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, campers will explore the fundamentals of theater while working toward a final performance at the end of the week.

Participants will build skills in stage presence, dialogue, collaboration, script analysis, and improvisation through hands-on activities and group work. Each day includes theater instruction in the morning, lunch and recess midday, and continued theater exploration in the afternoon.

The week concludes with a live performance on Thursday afternoon, giving campers the chance to showcase what they’ve learned for family and friends.

Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2858


Instructor: Kathryn E. Redden

Kathryn Redden is the Artistic Director of the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company and has extensive experience as a director, actor, producer, and educator. She is the founder of a long-running summer theater academy and holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Salisbury University. Kathryn is also a visual artist and former Art League exhibitor, bringing both performance and visual arts experience into her teaching.

Summer Kids Camp - Visual Arts
June 29 @ 10:00 am - July 2 @ 3:00 pm

Art League of Ocean City Summer Kids Camp – Visual Arts

Inspired by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis

June 29 – July 2, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members

Join the Art League of Ocean City for a Visual Arts Summer Camp led by instructor Amy Bounds, inspired by the magical world of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This week focuses on creating imaginative 2D and 3D artwork with a woodland creatures theme, using a variety of mediums to achieve a mystical, storybook feel.

Campers will explore mixed media techniques, participate in daily plein air painting sessions to create an entry for Kids Paint OC, and collaborate with the Theater Camp by helping design sets and props for the final performance.

Each day includes guided art instruction, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued creative exploration in the afternoon. The week concludes with a student art show on Thursday, followed by attending the Theater Camp’s performance.

Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2860

August

Summer Kids Camp - Theater
August 3 @ 10:00 am - August 6 @ 3:00 pm

Art League of Ocean City Kids Summer Camp – Theater

Lost Treasure in Egypt (Original Production by Kathryn Redden)

August 3 – August 6, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members

Join the Art League of Ocean City for an adventurous Theater Summer Camp led by instructor Kathryn Redden. Campers will learn core theater skills while preparing for an original production, Lost Treasure in Egypt, which follows an archaeologist and her team as they uncover ancient artifacts and the magical surprises surrounding them.

Participants will build confidence and creativity through hands-on theater training, including stage presence, dialogue, collaboration, script analysis, and improvisation. Each day includes theater instruction in the morning, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued skill-building in the afternoon.

The week culminates in a live performance on Thursday afternoon, allowing campers to showcase their hard work for family and friends.

Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2859


Instructor: Kathryn E. Redden

Kathryn Redden is the Artistic Director of the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company and brings extensive experience as a director, actor, producer, and educator. She founded a long-running summer theater academy and holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Salisbury University. Kathryn is also a practicing visual artist and former Art League exhibitor, blending performance and visual storytelling in her teaching.

Summer Kids Camp - Visual Arts
August 3 @ 10:00 am - August 6 @ 3:00 pm

Art League of Ocean City Kids Summer Camp – Visual Arts

Ancient Egypt

August 3 – August 6, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members

Travel back in time at the Art League of Ocean City’s Visual Arts Summer Camp with instructor Barbara Miller. Inspired by the art and culture of Ancient Egypt, campers will create imaginative 2D and 3D artworks while exploring symbols, structures, and stories from this fascinating era.

Campers will work in a variety of mediums, collaborate with the Theater Camp by helping design sets and props, and participate in daily plein air painting sessions to create an entry for Kids Paint OC. Each day includes guided art instruction, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued creative exploration in the afternoon.

The week concludes on Thursday with a student art show, followed by attending the Theater Camp’s production where campers’ artwork will be featured.

Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2861