March
10th Annual Ocean City Film Festival
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.
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:
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.
Single Day Passes include:
- All in-person screenings of feature films and short film blocks and all in-person events on that day.
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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
First Friday Opening Reception
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. FREE. All are welcome. Food donated by Papi’s Tacos & Coin’s Pub.
Featuring:
Thaler Gallery: John Carter & Robert Sullivan
Sisson Galleria: In Black & White Group Show
Studio E: Shirley Hall Youth Art Show
Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Lior Laskowski
Felber Artisan Showcase: Etta Stewart
Burbage Staircase Gallery: OC Film Festival 10th Anniversary Poster Hall
Offsite Galleries
Princess Royale: Carol Bell
Coffee Beanery: Kristin Mallery
RESCHEDULED - Forbidden Broadway: Greatest Hits, Vol. 1
Forbidden Broadway: Greatest Hits, Vol. 1
Rescheduled Sunday Showing:
Sun. March 15, 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.
Artful Connections: 60+ Art Club
Invitation to a Wedding - Murder Mystery Event
Invitation to a Wedding
If Life Gives You Lemons, Make Limoncello!
Hosted by the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company’s Marauding Mystery Makers
Join us on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 5:00–8:00 PM at the Residence Inn by Marriott, Ocean City for an unforgettable interactive Murder Mystery Wedding Reception!
You are invited to celebrate the rather quickly scheduled nuptials of C. Donald Whittaker and his bride, Victoria Bauer. But before you toss the bouquet… something suspicious is in the air.
Just one month ago, CD’s wife tragically died under mysterious circumstances on the Assawoman Bridge — and new details are beginning to surface… at the wedding celebration.
💍 Cut the wedding cake.
🎉 Catch the garter and bouquet.
🕵️♀️ Uncover the clues.
🔎 Help solve the mystery.
Guests will enjoy a delicious selection of hors d’oeuvres including:
• Caesar salad
• Hot artichoke dip with toasted pita
• Classic tomato basil bruschetta with balsamic reduction
• Seafood stuffed mushrooms
• Marinara meatballs
$65 per person | Cash Bar
Must be 21+
Seating will not be assigned
This immersive whodunit is written by Robert Forester and Kathryn Redden and promises an evening of laughter, intrigue, great food, and unexpected twists. You are not just attending the wedding — you are part of it!
Bus Trip to Smithsonian American Art Museum
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
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
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
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
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
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