Who can blame them? The Skipjacks won only two games.

First-year coach Michael Kozlowski believes he has the answer for a turnaround.

“One of the first things I mentioned when I took the job was changing the culture,” Kozlowski says. “I want to have a really hardworking team that really cares about each other. The two returning players (Matthew Donohue, Philip Malta) are leaders and work well with the new players. With those guys and the talent we have brought in, there is a lot of optimism to produce a winning record.”

Freshman midfielder Cody Mesias, who co-captains the team with freshman defender Caleb Tullous, says Kozlowski demands a lot out of his players, and as a result has boosted expectations.

“He is pushing us in every way to get better,” Mesias explains. “He is getting us to do more on the field and off the field.” 

Good luck finding a weakness on Chesapeake’s overhauled roster. The Skipjacks are loaded at midfield, forward and defense and solid in the goal with freshman Ryan Barde.

Kozlowski raves about his midfield, which boasts freshmen James Mister, Jordy Cordova, Mesias and Donohue, a sophomore.

“We have some really strong players there,” says Kozlowski, who coached the men’s team last year at the Community College of Baltimore County-Catonsville. “They are very technical players. They have a high soccer I.Q. They moved the ball very well and have a lot of speed. They are also leaders, too. They run the show.”

Those talented midfielders will be feeding a potentially high-scoring frontline that features freshmen Brandt Swann, Austin Werner and Nevin Hamami.

“Austin and Nevin are running things up top,” Kozlowski explains. “Both are big, strong fast players. I wouldn’t be surprised if they score 20 goals between them.”

Werner, a Glen Burnie resident and Archbishop Spalding graduate, has the potential to lead the team in scoring.

“He played club and at Spading for me,” Kozlowski says. “He is just a natural athlete. He is all over the field and always getting behind the backline. When he is in front of the goal, he puts away his opportunities.”   

Kozlowski also has a lot of confidence in a defense spearheaded by freshman Hayden Kessinger, Caleb Tulloous, Bradley King and Erick Lopez.

Kozlowski has been especially impressed with Kessinger.

“I can’t say I have ever really coached a more solid player,” he says. “He is not too flashy. He just gets the job done.”

The defense protects Barde, who is backed up by freshman goalie Jacob Grimplin.

“He has size you want in a keeper, sure hands and is very aggressive,” Kozlowski says. “The decision to make him the starter was very easy and I think he’s going to have a great year.” 

Mesias says Kozlowski’s turnaround effort seems to be working.

Through Chespeake started 0-2 — with losses coming to Northern Virginia Community College (3-2 in OT) and County College of Morris (5-2) — the Skipjacks expect to win their share of games.

“He is very serious about change,” Mesias explains. “His job is getting us to enjoy soccer and we are really doing that. We have a great new coach and a lot of talented players. We are headed in the right direction.”

Chesapeake College seems to have found the closest thing to the perfect volleyball coach.

The Skipjacks are young, rebuilding, raw and hungry. They need a steady, demanding hand, and that describes Coach Gerry Szabo almost perfectly.

The 69-year-old Szabo has coached college volleyball for 50 years with stints at Cabrini College, Delaware Tech, Wilmington University and Goldey-Beacom College among other schools. Szabo makes it clear: He wishes all the college teams he’s coached — 14 in all — possessed the same collective attitude that the Skipjacks have shown.

"I really have some players who want to do well," Szabo explains. "We have a lot of heart on the team and good athleticism. We have players who have true potential and who are projects, but they really want to learn. When you have those type of kids, you are in a really good situation."

The Skipjacks badly want to improve on last year’s 3-9 record and Szabo’s presence has given the players a big dose of confidence to do just that. "He is really good at building teams and he is making us believe in ourselves," says freshman outside hitter Sarah Mast, who co-captains the team along with sophomore outside hitter Anna Schaefer. "You can really see his experience and his volleyball knowledge."

The nine freshmen that crowd the roster are poised to learn all that they can from Szabo. It took him a little while to settle on a starting line — Mast, outside hitter Anna Schaefer, setter Georgie Turner, libero Aubrie Lambden, outside hitter Emilie Todd, middle hitter Savanna Nossick and defensive specialist Se’ri Miles. "A lot of times nowadays, kids want guarantees," Szabo says. "And that you are not going to take them out of the starting lineup. I have a pecking order for every position, and I will tell them, 'If you are playing well, you are number one or number two at that position.' I don’t show any favoritism." Szabo has been particularly impressed with 5-foot-6 Miles, who graduated from Kent Island High School. Szabo considers her the most talented player on the team. "She probably has Division I potential," the coach says. "She can really jump, block, serve and set. I have 24 things on my checklist when I evaluate a volleyball player and she is at the top of every one of them."

Turner, a graduate of North Dorchester High School, will be a huge part of the offense. "She can get all over the court and is left-handed, which is an advantage for a multiple offensive setter," Szabo says. "She has really good hands. From 50 feet, she can probably put the ball within six inches of where you want it every time. I don’t think there are that any kids at this level that know how hard she hits."

Mast is another player to watch. She sets the tone at practices. "Sarah is a gym rat," Szabo says. "She is always the first one at practice and the last one to leave. She is always taking an extra 15 to 20 reps. She is everything you want in a volleyball player."

The Skipjacks also figure to get contributions from outside hitter Ry'Esha Savoy, defensive specialist Hailey Muniz and outside hitter Gina Wilson. Szabo expects to see a confident squad that is willing to take risks to get to the next level. "The kids are not afraid to fail," says Szabo, whose team opened the season with a 25-21, 25-16, 25-13 loss to host Garrett College. "They know if they fail, they can correct things."

October 2, 2018 (Wye Mills, MD) -- A phishing attack targeting Chesapeake College has resulted in the unauthorized access of a limited number of employee email accounts.

Chesapeake President Dr. Clifford Coppersmith said the attack occurred between January 3, 2018 and April 27, 2018. Upon learning of the issue, the College immediately hired a team of external cyber security professionals to conduct an extensive forensic investigation and manual document review to determine the extent of the incident and provide notice as soon as possible.

Beginning this week, a total of 610 students, faculty, staff and prospective employees are receiving notification letters mailed to their last known address informing them that the email accounts contained some of their personal information and may have been accessed by an unauthorized third party.

Based on the investigation, there has been no evidence to date that any of the personal information has been misused, but the College is taking every precaution to notify and protect affected members of the campus community and improve internal controls, according to Coppersmith.

“We regret this incident occurred and have worked as quickly as possible with a team of experienced consultants to modify and improve our cyber security practices,” he said. “These measures will not only enhance the security and privacy of personal information to keep it in our possession but also reduce the likelihood of future attacks of this kind.”

Coppersmith said that only individuals who receive notification letters from the College over the next two weeks are affected by the phishing attack.

The letters detail what personal information has potentially been impacted and provide guidelines on steps the individuals can take to further protect their information. Individuals whose Social Security numbers and/or driver’s license numbers were possibly affected are being offered a complimentary, one-year membership to a credit monitoring service.

“We are not alone in facing this difficult issue,” Coppersmith said. “Unfortunately, academic institutions across the United States are cyber targets and have experienced similar attacks. It underscores the importance of taking information security seriously and exercising appropriate password protocols to protect your, and others’, personal information.”

Individuals with any questions should call Chesapeake’s dedicated and confidential toll-free response line at 877-877-2596. The response line is staffed with professionals familiar with the incident and knowledgeable on what can be done to protect against misuse of information. The response line is available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern time.

Maryland’s General Assembly recently passed new legislation creating the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarships—a program which aims to provide eligible students attending a community college in the State of Maryland with tuition assistance.

This program is expected to begin in the fall of 2019, pending approval of the $15 million appropriation for its funding. For additional details and the most current information, visit the MACC website. At this point in time, there remain a lot of details in need of clarification, but here is what we know so far:

1. Initial tuition awards will be provided to eligible students based on greatest financial need, and will not exceed $5,000 or actual tuition costs (including mandatory fees) per year—whichever is less
2. Eligible students are defined as the following:
   1. Enrolled in a Maryland community college within 2 years of high school graduation or GED completion
   2. GPA of at least 2.3 (out of 4.0) and enrolled as a candidate for a credit certificate, vocational certificate, or an associate degree
   3. If single, or residing in a single parent household, annual adjusted gross income may not exceed $100,000 ($150,000 for married or two parent households)
   4. Credit students must enroll full time for at least 12 credits per term
3. Money awarded is “last dollar” funding. Students must apply for the FAFSA and/or any other applications for state or federal financial aid. All other financial aid is to be calculated before the Promise scholarship is awarded. If ineligible to submit a FAFSA, student must qualify for in-state tuition.
4. There is a service obligation as part of the scholarship which requires students to maintain employment in Maryland for at least one year for each year of scholarship awarded. The scholarships convert to loans if the recipient fails to fulfill the service obligation.

More information can be found online at the MACC website, and additional details regarding the above statements can be found in this flyer.

For questions or assistance with understanding the scholarship requirements, or your eligibility, please reach out to our financial aid department at finaid@chesapeake.edu or 410-822-5400 ext 2252.

Updated 10/8/2018

The Chesapeake men’s basketball team lost considerable talent from last year’s team. Few squads in the Maryland Junior College Athletic Association featured a one-two backcourt tandem like Anthony Tate (averaged 20 points per game) and Jordan Alston (14). Both Tate (Livingstone) and Alston (St. Mary’s) went onto to play at four-year colleges.

But Skipjacks’ coach Allen Mitchell isn’t fretting. They could be vastly improved from last year’s 8-18 record because of one word: balance.

Mitchell is brimming with confidence the Skipjacks can have a breakthrough season with the level of depth and talent on the roster.  “I project at least 15 wins,” Mitchell explains. “I don’t have to depend on one or two players. A lot of guys would stand around and watch them put on a show last year. This year, I have seven or eight solid players who are good athletes and can score. We will get a lot of different player’s shots.”

With the departure of Tate, the Skipjacks -- who open the season at the University of District of Columbia on Oct. 19 -- had a big hole at point guard. Dennis Robinson, a 5-foot-9 sophomore transfer from Wallace State Community College in Alabama, could be the answer with his vast array of skills. He’s a solid ball handler and an excellent passer, but those are only a few of his attributes. “He is very athletic, a great defender and he is very explosive,” Mitchell says. “He can dunk the ball viciously. And he is like a coach on the floor. He has a great knowledge of the game and can really run the team.”

Robinson will start along with two other returning sophomores: center Albert Scott (6-8, 220 pounds) and shooting guard Ben-ami Spence (6-2). Scott could be a huge factor inside. Rebounding and shot blocking are his strengths. He just might the team’s most improved player. “He worked out with one of the best big men over the summer that I have known for a long time,” Mitchell says of Darryl Prue. “Prue has worked with (NBA) players Greg Monroe and Roy Hibbard. He really helped Albert. Albert can average a lot more points than last year when he averaged four.” Mitchell believes Spence is another player that can take a big step forward. “He really has improved his shooting and ball handling,” the coach said. 

Two freshmen, shooting guard Devin Hill (6-3) and forward Julius Cobb (6-7), will play immediately. They earned starting berths in the preseason. Hill has been especially impressed Mitchell. “He has a chance to be an all-conference player,” Mitchell says. “He could average 20 points if he plays up to his ability.” Cobb can score with a variety of low-post moves, but Mitchell also values him for his defense. “He will anchor our defense,” Mitchell says. “He is a good shot blocker and rebounder.” 

Freshman guards Antonio Warner (6-1) and Malik Broome-Cummins (5-9), guard/forward Wayne Whye (6-1) forwards Jordan Bolder (6-5) and Malike Cooper (6-3) will work as the top subs off the bench.  

“We have improved in a lot of areas,” Chesapeake assistant coach Anthony Washington says. “We are really going to be an exciting team to watch.” 

Chesapeake is offering new healthcare training opportunities to prepare professionals in the assisted living field.

Medication Technician training for assisted living is an eight-session program for students interested in working as part of a healthcare team at an assisted living facility.  For professionals preparing for Medicine Technician recertification, Chesapeake also offers a refresher course. Nurses already working in the field can boost their careers with Chesapeake’s Case Manager Delegate Nurse training. Designed for Registered Nurses, the course is required by the Maryland Board of Nursing for case managers working in assisted living facilities.

For more information about these programs, please contact CEHealthcare@chesapeake.edu

Learn more about noncredit healthcare programs here. 

The Cambridge Center welcomed visitors to the launch of Second Saturday celebrations this year. 

President Cliff Coppersmith and Interim Cambridge Center Director Amber McGinnis welcomed visitors to the first Chesapeake’s first Second Saturday event of the 2018-2019 academic year. The event also marked the opening of a new exhibit in the Cambridge Center’s Leggett Gallery featuring photography by Bill Whaley.

Guests enjoyed guitar and ukulele performances by several students of Chesapeake alum and guitarist Quinn Parsley.  

Dr. Coppersmith will be spending time every other Thursday in the Cambridge Center this year.

The next Second Saturday event will be Saturday, Nov. 10 from 5-6:30 pm. The public is invited to a reception opening the Dorchester Center for the Arts exhibit featured in the Leggett Gallery In November.

For information about photographer Bill Whaley, please visit https://billwhaley.smugmug.com/

Students in the Chesapeake College MGW Nursing Program helped the community while gaining public health experience during Chesapeake Goes Purple this fall.  The college joined the month-long Go 
Purple movement to help raise awareness about substance abuse.

Students, employees and members of the community cleared out their medicine cabinets and brought unused prescription drugs to campus for disposal. Under the direction and supervision of the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office, the nursing students collected more than 19 pounds of discarded prescription drugs. The sheriff’s office then took the collection for proper disposal.

In addition, Chesapeake’s nursing students worked at clinical sites across the five-county area to give more than 500  flu vaccines.

Chesapeake College will hold its annual Eastern Shore Regional College Fair on Thursday, November 1, 2018 from 6-7:30 pm (for the public) in the HPAC multipurpose room. Representatives from more than 60 colleges, universities and technical schools will  provide information and answer questions for the local high school students and our Chesapeake College students that plan on transferring. Attached you will find a listing of all  the participants we have so far. Some include:  University of Maryland College Park and all its systems schools, Penn State University, Salisbury University, and York College of PA. 

Choose from fast-paced online courses with plenty of advantages:

Chesapeake students: Catch up or get ahead in your academic program

Visiting students: Take a course to transfer back to your college or university

All students: Take interesting courses from experienced online instructors

For more information, contact the Chesapeake College Admissions Office at (410) 822-5400, ext. 2240 or email admissions@chesapeake.edu.

Eligible Chesapeake students may register online by logging into MyCampus and then Chesapeake Registration and Beyond (CRAB). Students are limited to one winterim course to help ensure student success.

Winterim 2019 offerings

Scholarship helps Mid-Shore students to prepare for careers

Four Mid-Shore students are pursuing skilled trades training this year thanks to the William O. “Billy” Bryan Workforce Training  Scholarship at Chesapeake College.  “This gift helped us with our new initiative to expand scholarship opportunities for students in our noncredit workforce training programs,” said President Cliff Coppersmith. “The majority of our current scholarships are for students in credit programs that lead to associate’s degrees or transfer to a four-year college. There are few scholarship opportunities for students in workforce training such as our trades programs, since these programs do not qualify for federal financial aid.”

The Bryan Brothers Foundation, dedicated to “building dreams for youth” on the Eastern Shore, established the scholarship to help students meet their career goals. “We wanted to help students who will go on to help the community,” Jason Bryan said. “My father was a student at Chesapeake. He passed in 2010 and we wanted to keep his legacy going with something that was important to him. Chesapeake was near and dear to his heart. Bryan and Sons need people who weld and have other trades skills. They don’t get financial aid, so this is a way to help these students and train workers who will help local businesses.” Two of the 18-19 scholarship recipients are Nicholas Pritchett of Linkwood and Andrew Stenger of Rock Hall, both are in the welding program. The student recipients say the scholarships are allowing them to improve their skills and pursue fulfilling careers. “I’ve always been interested in welding, but I need the certification. These classes are helping me take a passion and turn it into a career,” said Stenger, who works full time at Long Cove Marina.  Once certified in welding, Stenger hopes to continue his training in deep sea underwater welding. 

Pritchett is also working in the field and says the scholarship is helping him meet career goals “Thanks to this scholarship I’m able to learn something that I’ve wanted to do and get certification. I want to be a structural welder. I dropped out of high school and came here to get a GED. The staff encouraged me to go further,” he said. “Coming to Chesapeake is best thing I’ve ever done. I’ve gone from not wanting to be in school to loving school. I look forward to coming to class in the evenings.” Chesapeake currently offers trades training in commercial truck driving, CAD, electrician, HVAC, and welding. More programs are in development.  For more information about Skilled Trades programs, please contact Tom Ellis at tellis@chesapeake.edu.

Photo above: Members of the Bryan family recently toured the welding lab at Chesapeake College and met two recipients of the William O. “Billy” Bryan Workforce Training Scholarship. Pictured here, left to right, are: Director of Skilled Trades Tom Ellis, President Cliff Coppersmith, Nicholas Pritchett, Kim Mull, Kasey Mull, Jason Bryan, and Andrew Stenger

Join Us for a
Veterans Day Celebration
Monday, 11/12/18 at 11am
Wye Mills, Caroline Center
Cambridge, Room 101

This year's celebration of veterans includes remarks from Kaylan Harrington, former Chesapeake College student and Veteran, a tribute to veterans and their families, musical and color guard performances, scroll signing for the troops, and more. Meet us at 11 am in the Caroline Center if you're on the Wye Mills campus—or swing by Cambridge Center, where the celebration will be live-streamed in Room 101 starting at 11am as well.

SLEIGH RIDE AROUND THE WORLD
Friday, December 14, 2018 @ 7 pm
Tickets - $20 adults/$15 children 10 and under
Recommended for all ages

Take a break from the holiday rush and come experience the culture and traditions of the season in “Sleigh Ride Around the World” in the Todd Performing Arts Center at Chesapeake College. The audience will experience “an incredible journey” of the holiday celebrations, using elements of theatre, music and dance, it a magical show, about a magical time that defies cultural boundaries and something not to be missed.

This original musical revue full of high energy song and dance will be presented on Friday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. 

For several years, Creative Productions at TPAC has taken audiences somewhere on a “sleigh ride.”  Travel with the Sleigh Ride Company as they explore traditions, dances, stories and melodies the world over. The audience will experience “an incredible journey” of holiday celebrations in this vibrant production. 

The performers are from the Eastern Shore, Baltimore, and Virginia. Using elements of theatre, music and dance, it’s a magical show, about a magical time that defies cultural boundaries, and is a holiday tradition for many families. Make it a part of your tradition and bring the whole family on a “sleigh ride” around the world!

Show tickets are $20 adults and $15 children 10 and under.  For tickets, please call the box office at 410-827-5867 or email lzaragoza@chesapeake.edu.

Stop by the Todd Performing Art Center anytime through the end of December to enjoy the works of artist/photographer Joan Orme.

The exhibit will be available to view during regular campus hours (M-F 8:30a-4:30p), and before scheduled events at TPAC. Keep in mind that our campus is closed from December 20th thru January 2nd. 

Joan fell in love with the Eastern Shore of Maryland and it became her home with her son in 1999.  For the next 14 years she focused on her son, her small farm, and career.  Prior to her marriage to local artist Russ Orme in June 2013, he encouraged her to try photography, which she did in March 2013.  Although having only taken snapshots of her family and pets prior to this time, and owning only a $120 point-and-shoot camera, Joan instantly took to photography.  Within six months she was juried into her first large show at the Ocean City Convention Center, and several exhibits the following year including the Waterfowl Festival.  Christmas of 2013 brought a professional Nikon and lenses and Joan Orme Photography was launched.  Joan is self-taught and life and beauty on the Eastern Shore is her focus.  When asked about her genre, she responds “I see beauty in nature, but also in man made things.  There is beauty in a line of power poles, railroad tracks, and street signs if we look.  The curve of the bow of a workboat is simple, but stunning.  A bare tree in winter can show striking lines.  I think my genre is simply ‘life’ as I see it.”   She presents “natural” photos that undergo very little editing.  Joan feels fortunate to live in an area such as the Eastern Shore that has so much to offer photographers.  As a member of the Tidewater Camera Club, she hopes to become more active in the Club’s activities now that she is retired.  You can see Joan’s work and her husband’s art on Face Book at Orme-Art.

5pm - 7pm 

New student orientation for the Spring 2019 semester for those students enrolled in classes at our Wye Mills campus.

5pm - 7pm 

New student orientation for students attending our Cambridge Center campus for Spring 2019 semester.

Get a new start for the new year at Chesapeake College.

Train for a new career with our degree and noncredit workforce programs. Full semester, accelerated and online classes can fit into your busy schedule.

For more information, contact the Chesapeake College Admissions Office at (410) 822-5400, ext. 2240 or email admissions@chesapeake.edu.

Eligible Chesapeake students may register online by logging into MyCampus and then Chesapeake Registration and Beyond (CRAB). Students are limited to one winterim course to help ensure student success.<

Looking for WINTERIM 2019 Information? Find out more here. Registration for Winterim closes on December 13, 2018.

IMPORTANT DATES

The Avalon Foundation and Chesapeake College are delighted to announce a new partnership that offers fun, creative, and high quality shows for kids and their parents on the Mid-Shore—presenting the Chesapeake College Storybook Theatre Series for Kids!

From classic tales to enchanting musicals, The Storybook Series is designed to enhance and expand the variety of entertainment for local children here on the shore. National touring companies will be bringing beloved shows to our Todd Performing Arts Center stage in Wye Mills in 2019, and at the prices below, you won't want to miss out! All shows will have a "Meet and Greet" with the actors after the show in the Todd Performing Arts Center Lobby.  This is the perfect opportunity to get a photo with your favorite character.  

Buy the full Storybook Series and get all 3 shows for the price of 2!
These shows will make great gifts for the little ones in your life this holiday season.

These make great gift ideas—and introducing your child or grandchild to the theatre at a young age is a most rewarding gift this holiday season. Best of all...They are extremely affordable.

Individual show tickets are also available for each performance. To speak with someone directly call Kimberly in the Box Office at 410-822-7299

Outboard Engine Class begins in February

In response to area employer demand, Chesapeake College is launching marine technician training designed to prepare students for careers in the marine service industry.

“With abundant waterways and marine industry heritage, the Eastern Shore needs technicians to support both commercial and recreational boating,” said President Cliff Coppersmith. “We’re committed to meeting the needs of area employers, and pleased that we could respond so quickly to provide marine technician training.”   

Local employers are already behind the training initiative. With a recent $10,000 donation from Rob Marsh of Wye River Marine in Chester, Chesapeake created a Marine Technician Lab and will offer a Yamaha Outboard Motor Certification class this winter.

“Wye River Marine is very excited about our new education partnership with Chesapeake College and Yamaha Outboard,” Marsh said. “The local marine industry is in desperate need of quality trained technicians. This new program will help provide a crucial first step to the area’s marine dealerships’ employment needs.”

Tom Ellis, Chesapeake’s Director of Skilled Trades, has been meeting with area employers to learn about workforce opportunities and training needs. After Marsh urged Chesapeake to develop a marine technician program, the college conducted a survey of local businesses in the marine industry. “We had overwhelming response. Employers talked about a critical shortage of trained technicians and said they would absolutely hire students if we developed a program,” Ellis said. “The message was clear and things were lining up.  We had an industry need, a market standard curriculum from Yamaha, a generous donor willing to help us get started, and a great instructor ready to teach.” 

The next step is enrolling students in the first course. The introductory class, Marine Outboard Engine Systems, begins on Feb. 19.  The two-month class provides a basic understanding of outboard motors and maintenance. No prior experience is required for the course. The course ends with a certification exam. “The Yamaha Introduction to Outboard Service is designed for the entry-level technician. It will teach the basic skills needed to become a marine technician today. After completing this course and taking the Yamaha ITOS certification test, students will have a Yamaha Outboard Certification to start their career,” said Anthony Depasquale, District Service Manager for Yamaha Motor Corporation. 

John McNally, U.S. Coast Guard Machinery Technician 2nd Class, has 16 years of marine experience and will be the course instructor. Offered on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5- 8 pm on the Wye Mills campus, the class is open to students 16 years and older.  The next section will begin on June 4.  Registration is now open for both course sections.

The donation from Wye River Marine funded creation of a Marine Technician Lab in the Manufacturing Training Center. The lab, includes four workstations, each with an outboard motor and full complement of tools. Ellis said future courses could include advanced engine mechanics, electrical systems, diesel engines, marine HVAC and plumbing, and composites for hull repair. 

For more information about the marine service or other skills trades training, please contact tellis@chesapeake.edu.  Learn more at www.chesapeake.edu/marine.

Auditions to be held in the Cadby Theatre at Chesapeake College on January 29 and January 31, 2019 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm 

Rehearsal dates Monday – Thursday 4:00pm – 7:00pm February, 2019
Production dates are March 1-4, time TBA, 2019 in the Cadby Theatre.

Hot L Baltimore by Lanford Wilson, Directed by Dick Peterson 
Parts include: Male and female parts available ages from 20’s to 70.  

THE STORY: The scene is the lobby of a rundown hotel so seedy that it has lost the "e" from its marquee. As the action unfolds, the residents, ranging from young to old, from the defiant to the resigned, meet and talk and interact with each other during the course of one day. The drama is of passing events in their lives, of everyday encounters and of the human comedy, with conversations often overlapping into a contrapuntal musical flow. In the resulting mosaic each character emerges clearly and perceptively defined, and the sum total of what they are—or wish they were—becomes a poignant, powerful call to America to recover lost values and to restore itself in its own and the world's eyes.

Winner of the New York Drama Circle Award, the Obie Award and the Outer Critics Circle Award. A brilliant Off-Broadway success by an outstanding playwright, which brings compassion, humor and arresting theatricality to its imaginative, touching study of lost souls trapped by society's inexorable decay. "…as good as you will find in the modern American theater…Wilson's writing is simply superb, a triumph of inspiration and craftsmanship." Women's Wear Daily. "Mr. Wilson is both funny and sad about today, and the combination is an unbeatable winner." NY Times. "a warm, intelligent, wonderful evening in the theater." Village Voice.THE STORY: The scene is the lobby of a rundown hotel so seedy that it has lost the "e" from its marquee. As the action unfolds, the residents, ranging from young to old, from the defiant to the resigned, meet and talk and interact with each other during the course of one day. The drama is of passing events in their lives, of everyday encounters and of the human comedy, with conversations often overlapping into a contrapuntal musical flow. In the resulting mosaic each character emerges clearly and perceptively defined, and the sum total of what they are—or wish they were—becomes a poignant, powerful call to America to recover lost values and to restore itself in its own and the world's eyes.
Winner of the New York Drama Circle Award, the Obie Award and the Outer Critics Circle Award. A brilliant Off-Broadway success by an outstanding playwright, which brings compassion, humor and arresting theatricality to its imaginative, touching study of lost souls trapped by society's inexorable decay. "…as good as you will find in the modern American theater…Wilson's writing is simply superb, a triumph of inspiration and craftsmanship." Women's Wear Daily. "Mr. Wilson is both funny and sad about today, and the combination is an unbeatable winner." NY Times. "a warm, intelligent, wonderful evening in the theater." Village Voice.