Danny Joe’s Tree House invites families to slow down and engage with our play-based stories that provide valuable opportunities to deepen social-emotional learning and media literacy. As a preschool teacher, Danny Joe cares deeply about empowering kids with critical-thinking skills and a strong sense of social responsibility.
Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch!
Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. Our sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered.
Have you ever had an idea on how to make a game better or want to see what games are like before they reach your shelf? If you've ever played a game and thought "This would be better if . . ." then you would love playtesting with Break My Game!
Join Creative Alliance, Baltimore Artists Against Apartheid, Baltimore PSL, and the Hatuey Project for a special opening screening of Cuba After Castro: The Island in the Crosshairs followed by a discussion and report back from volunteers who traveled to Cuba to deliver humanitarian aid with the Hatuey Project. This event will also be fundraising for future humanitarian aid deliveries.
The first and only American interview with Cuba’s little-known Miguel Díaz-Canel. Cuba After Castro explores the island nation’s lesser-known history and turbulent present, in a revealing portrait of the man tasked with steering its future after Castro.
This monthly program will be sharing ways to meet the challenges of daily life by staying connected to our choices without reacting to people and situations. This is an opportunity to discover well-being within your body and mind regardless of your situation. On alternating months, the program will be done in Spanish.
Created and produced by host Devon Arnold, Night of the Living Variety Show is a new take on a revered formula. Filled with original sketches, interactive games, and hilarious segments, NLVS is bringing new life to the classic variety show and this time, got the first time LIVE in Baltimore at Creative Alliance
Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch!
Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. Our sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered.
After six weeks of mastering the fundamentals of improv comedy, these students are ready to take the stage! Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy as these newfound performers put everything they've learned into action. Come out and support local comedy!
For years, Jonathan Gilmore's performances have been described as part revival, part juke joint—big voices, deep feeling, storytelling, and joy that refuses to stay seated.
Beautiful Freaks brings together the musical energy of a Jonathan Gilmore concert and the theatrical imagination of Funktopia for one unforgettable night.
Painted screens are a unique Baltimore folk art. This workshop will include a short film on the history of the painted screen and early painted screen artists and a demonstration of the painted screen technique. Paint a small screen to take home with you based on provided designs or create your own!
Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch!
This drop-in figure drawing course is suitable for all skill levels. Untrained new artists will learn multiple approaches to figure drawing while seasoned artists will have the opportunity to hone their skills and further train their eye. Each class will feature a nude model and begin with quick gesture poses. The remaining time will be spent on the artistry of longer poses. The goal is to train all artists to more quickly and fluidly capture the gesture of the entire figure.
Unleash laughter and make friends in Baltimore! It's the magic of improv—connect with newcomers and spark joy in this two hour workshop! Welcome to Baltimore, the city of charm and possibility! If you've recently found yourself in this vibrant community and are eager to make connections, our "Charm City Connections: An Improv Welcome to Baltimore" event is the perfect avenue. In this specially curated two-hour experience, we invite newcomers like you to explore the world of improv while forging new friendships. Led by seasoned facilitators, this event offers a unique opportunity to break the ice, have a ton of fun, and dive into the art of spontaneous collaboration. We’ll begin with introductions and a boundary check-in, where we establish an inclusive and supportive space for everyone. Then, through interactive exercises and guided scenes, you'll not only discover the joy of improv but also connect with fellow newcomers on a shared journey of exploration.
Join The Konfession Korner for Kreative Keynotes: Fashioned by Purpose, a dynamic live panel experience celebrating Black creatives across the fashion industry. From designers and stylists to models, photographers, creative directors, and brand founders. Hosted by Vena J., the evening will explore the journeys, experiences, and personal stories that shape their work while highlighting the importance of mental wellness and self-care in sustaining a creative career.
The concert then unfolds with a very colorful folk dance performance by Praneetha Akula accompanied by music, highlighting the expressive and vibrant aesthetics of Indian dance.
This is followed by a captivating musical segment featuring sitar, vocal, and percussion, culminating in a brilliant performance by Maestro Ustad Shafaat Khan. His artistry and improvisational mastery create an enthralling experience that deeply resonates with audiences.
This workshop is like none other. Each session that you attend will be inspired by a new form of art or general topic. So, whether it's a scene from a movie, a snippet of a song, or a random meme on the internet your writing will be uniquely influenced by a work that you may not have known before. Register today and join us the last weekend of the month to create and commune with others! Please note that masks are not required but are welcomed.
Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. Our sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered.
Kerplunk! is great for younger kids and families! Join us in the Creativity Center every Saturday to create fun seasonal crafts and art projects based on current exhibitions!
Located at Creative Alliance Creativity Center, youth create awe-inspiring artwork. We teach students creative problem-solving techniques and use the arts to develop critical thinking skills. Teaching hands-on art projects, cooking, movement, tours through our galleries, and visits with CA resident artists.
Embrace your imagination in this stylized character design and development class! Come ready to hone your creativity, dream up fantastical characters, and watch them come to life as you draw them.
With a focus on illustration, anime, and comic books, you can unlock new styles and techniques OR hone your own unique style under the guidance of professional artist and dreamer Lydia Ethem.
Learn classic and modern Middle Eastern style belly dance. Both a social dance and a form of entertainment, belly dance is a great way to meet amazing people and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Pick up the foundational moves and vocabulary of belly dance, while learning about ethics, etiquette, music, and history of belly dance. And be ready to MOVE! We'll explore isolations, spatial awareness, strength, flexibility, and some use of props. All experience levels welcome!
Join us at Creative Alliance for an unforgettable interactive movie night! Experience Ferris Bueller’s Day Off like never before with behind-the-scenes insights, trivia, and interactive elements throughout the screening. Whether you are a longtime fan or discovering this comedy classic for the first time, our movie night promises a celebration of this iconic and hilarious film. Do not miss this chance to gather with fellow film lovers in Creative Alliance's welcoming space in Baltimore's Highlandtown neighborhood for an evening of fun and rebellion!
A Santana tribute band of unparalleled authenticity, Milagro Azul (Blue Miracle) has been wowing audiences since 2005, performing all the multi-platinum hits by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Carlos Santana and his stellar musical collaborators. Experience the Grammy award-winning crossover songs that so “Smooth”-ly blend rock, blues, funk, latin, and jazz. Milagro captures the vibe, rhythm and syncopation that is the Soul Sacrifice of Carlos Santana.
Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. Our sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered.
The Baltimore yoyo club is a fast paced and vibrant hobby that combines insane yoyo tricks, with music, creativity, and problem solving skills! It is a vast and diverse hobby with room for everyone learn and try something new!
Buy your tickets online, in person, or over the phone by calling 410-276-1651. Members save on almost every show!
Our Box Office is currently open from Noon to 5pm on Tuesday thru Saturdays and one hour before all ticketed events. We accept cash, cards, and checks.
Please note: As of June 2025, Creative Alliance no longer waives fees for in-person purchasing.