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    The popular PBS series “Antiques Roadshow” is coming to Baltimore on June 18, 2024.
    Your favorite excuse for holding onto old stuff: ‘Antiques Roadshow’ is coming to Baltimore
    The popular PBS series “Antiques Roadshow” is making a stop in Baltimore on June 18.
    Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie as Ken and Barbie in "Barbie."
    A lack of awards doesn’t mean a lack of cultural impact. They sure are nice, though.
    For those upset about "Barbie" Oscar snubs, let's remember to focus on other notable achievements (and nominations).
    There’s a lot of Irish-American fans in Annapolis. The 19th Street Band should provide them with a reason to turn out on a cold Monday night in January. The band’s third album, “Near Perfect” was released in July.
    7 things to do in Annapolis in the next 7 days
    You could catch blues or Irish-Americana on intimate stages in Annapolis, catch a long-running Rolling Stones tribute or see the first new theatrical production of 2024 in the week through Jan. 16, 2024.
    Reggie Wells, a celebrity makeup artist from Baltimore, was Oprah Winfrey’s makeup artist for three decades.
    Reggie Wells, a Baltimore native who was Oprah’s makeup artist for 30 years, has died
    Reggie Wells, a Baltimore native who was Oprah Winfrey’s makeup artist for 30 years, died Monday. He was 76.
    Natasha Rothwell, left, and Parker Posey are two of the new cast members in Season 3 of "The White Lotus."
    ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 will have a strong Maryland connection
    The next season of "The White Lotus" may take place in Thailand, but stars Natasha Rothwell and Parker Posey will be bring a bit of Maryland to the hit HBO show.
    Dave Chappelle performs during a midnight pop-up show at Radio City Music Hall on Oct. 16, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Jason Mendez/Getty Images for ABA)
    Dave Chappelle is the latest comedian to rib Baltimore, but his jokes are actually funny
    Famed comedian Dave Chappelle joked about Baltimore in his latest Netflix special, “The Dreamer.”
    Wendell Pierce and Dominic West in the HBO series The Wire.
    A Baltimorean says he’s the real ‘Bird’ on ‘The Wire.’ David Simon calls it a flight of fancy.
    In fact, “The Wire” contained a minor character named Bird, who appeared in three episodes of the show’s first two seasons. The character, Marquis “Bird” Hilton, was part of a drug crew and also convicted of murder charges. A juicy coincidence.
    An illustration of Harrison Ford, Alec Baldwin, Ben Affleck, Chris Pine and John Krasinski, all actors who have played the character Jack Ryan.
    The hunt for Jack Ryan’s owner: Heirs to end fight for Tom Clancy’s golden goose
    Attorneys’ letters signal a truce to the six-year battle in federal court in Baltimore over franchise rights
    What's the best movie version of "A Christmas Carol?" Depends on what you mean by best.
    ‘A Christmas Carol’ is a classic. What are the best movie versions?
    Baltimore Banner columnists Leslie Streeter and Rick Hutzell watched eight “A Christmas Carol” contenders and offered their thoughts on the annual holiday film debate.
    Phylicia Pearl Mpasi stars as young Celie and Halle Bailey plays young Nettie in Warner Bros. Pictures’ bold new take on a classic, “The Color Purple," set for a Dec. 25, 2023 release.
    Maryland connection is strong in new movie musical version of ‘The Color Purple’
    Several people who play pivotal roles in the movie have Maryland connections, from producer Oprah Winfrey to actress Phylicia Pearl Mpasi and members of the crew.
    Andre Braugher will be remembered for his extraordinary acting accomplishments and for making a difference in communities where he worked and lived, journalist and broadcaster Marc Steiner says.
    Commentary: Andre Braugher’s nobility matched his acting accomplishments
    Andre Braugher will be remembered for his extraordinary acting accomplishments and for making a difference in Baltimore and other communities where he worked and lived, journalist and broadcaster Marc Steiner says.
    Andre Braugher as detective Frank Pembleton in “Homicide: Life on the Street.”
    Commentary: Andre Braugher made himself part of Baltimore
    The actor, who lived in Baltimore as “Homicide: Life on the Streets” was filmed in the city, made an impact that went beyond his memorable portrayal of Baltimore Police Detective Frank Pembleton.
    Andre Braugher in "Homicide: Life on the Street."
    Andre Braugher could never be boxed in
    Andre Braugher played Det. Pembleton, a brilliant, bristling investigator on the Baltimore-based "Homicide: Life on the Street," but the soulful, funny man behind him transcended every role.
    Comedian Matt Rife, seen here in January, dropped a comedy special on Netflix last month that opened by making fun of Baltimore.
    Five good reasons to make fun of Baltimore that don’t include crab or crack
    Comedians like Matt Rife, Theo Von and Chris Rock have talked smack about Baltimore, but they’re missing the most obvious jokes about us.
    A still of Jessica and Craig from Cartoon Network’s “Craig of the Creek” spinoff, “Jessica’s Big Little World.”
    The fictional Maryland town that only exists on the Cartoon Network
    Maryland gets animated on “Craig of the Creek” and “Jessica’s Big Little World,” two Cartoon Network series that take place in the fictional town of Herkleton.
    Bishme Cromartie of "Project Runway" is one of the many Marylanders who has appeared on reality television — and done quite well — in the last few months.
    We’re taking over, one TV at a time: You can’t escape Marylanders on reality shows
    "MasterChef Junior." "Squid Game: The Challenge." "Hell's Kitchen." No matter where you turn lately, Maryland citizens are on your television.
    Downtown Annapolis dresses up for the holidays, with Midnight Madness on Thursday a key event in he schedule.
    7 things to do in Annapolis in the next 7 days
    Here are 7 Things to do in Annapolis for the week starting Dec. 7, 2023.
    Television producer Norman Lear is shown in his office in Los Angeles on March 29, 1979.
    Norman Lear’s first flop was a show about Baltimore. He thought it was ‘terrific.’
    Audiences hated Norman Lear’s show about a Baltimore hotel. To the television legend, the racy 1975 series “Hot l Baltimore” was “terrific.”
    Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def), left, and Alan Rickman in “Something the Lord Made.”
    ‘Something the Lord Made’: A Baltimore-based film from 2004 finds new fame
    Clips from the HBO movie “Something the Lord Made” posted on TikTok and YouTube have surged in popularity this year as people discover (and rediscover) the true story of Vivien Thomas.
    Dan Deacon performs in California during a 2014 tour.
    Dan Deacon on his warehouse show days, scoring films and ‘that song’ in ‘Priscilla’
    Avant-garde composer Dan Deacon discusses his time in Baltimore, his work as a composer and what it was like to hear 'The Crystal Cat' in Sofia Coppola’s 'Priscilla.'
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