Events
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Wednesday, October 16th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Yes, Yes, it is that time of year again. The season when all ghouls and ghosts are summoned to the land of the living to spread the fright and chill the bones of all the little girls and boys. Now although the air is dense with creepy crispness, this does not mean you shall hide away, for this is where the ghouls are bound to find you! But do not fear dear child, there is a way to fend off the nightmarish creatures. To combat them you must dance! And WLOY is here to assist you, as we will provide a haven to boogie off the cobwebs by presenting Rocky Horror Picture show! Meet us in McGuire Hall, October 24 at 10:30PM. Come dressed as your favorite Rocky Horror character, for the best could receive sweet treats to satiate your craving of Baltimore entertainment.
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Word on the Street Art Auction
Wednesday, October 16th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Art enthusiasts all over Baltimore flocked to the Dave Herman Art Studio/Gallery last Saturday for the Word on the Street Art Auction. Word on the Street, a Baltimore newspaper that is managed by those who are either currently experiencing or have experienced homelessness, has been auctioning off art as a means of fundraising for two years now. This most recent auction was a rousing success. The auction took place at the Dave Herman Art Studio/Gallery on 1601 Guilford Avenue in downtown Baltimore. The studio is the home and work place of Dave Herman who was generous enough to donate his time and space to Word on the Street.
The auction began in the evening and went late into the early hours of the morning. Guests perused the many pieces of art with free Maryland wine, Brewers Art and Peabody Brewing Co beers and Joe Squared pizza in hand. The artwork ranged from photographs to sculptures to jewelry. Two pieces that stood out were the fully functional cigar box guitar and stainless steel wine rack which included three bottles of top -of -the- line local wine. There was a lot of excitement about the art submitted by those experiencing homelessness and the art by children, especially Cy and his “The Future of Awsome.” Bowls fashioned out of old, scratched up vinyl records also stood out from the crowd and sold like hot cakes. As the bidding began, guests were serenaded by local artists Claire Anthony and Caleb Stine. These two local artists were accompanied by the talented, Tennessee based band, Humming House. In fact, later on in the night, Caleb Stine performed Amazing Grace using the cigar box guitar that was being auctioned.
Both Towson University and Loyola University have been invested in this program, with WLOY Loyola Radio as the co-founder of the project back in Spring of 2012. The event was very successful and will keep the influencial and important paper, Word on the Street, in working order this year.
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WLOY Will Rock You!
Monday, October 14th, 2013 by The Professor
We had 4 pairs of tickets to Opening Night of the US premiere of WE WILL ROCK YOU at the Hippodrome. We gave you 3 weeks to enter the raffle, and then we picked the winners. Here they are, look upon them with much jealousy 🙂
You can still buy tickets to the show, if you hurry! It’s a short run and going to sell out! It’s going to be an incredible show – members of our staff saw it in London and loved it! Besides, it’s all Queen songs so it has to be good.
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Word on the Street Art Auction October 12
Thursday, October 3rd, 2013 by The Professor
Join the members and supporters of the Word on the Street newspaper at the annual Art Auction Fundraiser on Saturday October 12th in Baltimore. WLOY has been a proud co-founder and supporter of this great project (and won a few national awards for it too) and we want to spread the news. Artists from all over the country have donated their works to support the auction. Photography, paintings, drawings, sculpture, and much more will be lining the walls for your bidding. Attendance is FREE, and so are the drinks (Maryland Wineries Association & Brewers Art!) and snacks, and music provided by Claire Anthony, Caleb Stine and more. Bidding starts at $25.
There will be 10 limited edition prints of the color poster available for bidding. How about a custom stainless steel wave wine rack from White Rabbet Gallery in Havre de Grace, or an amazing handmade cigar box guitar donated by CrocBite Guitars in Frederick, MD? There is much more, some come down and enjoy!
Please attend, bid high and help Word on the Street continue it’s incredible work!
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Baltimore Pays Tribute to Pink Floyd: Mobtown Moon
Wednesday, September 25th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
It’s a classic. It’s been admired and covered by musicians all over the planet. It’s Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon and now it’s Baltimore’s turn to re-imagine this legendary, 1973 album. With over forty musicians participating, each bringing with them their own musical genre, this album is sure to be an eclectic, musical experience. Collaborators and co-creators Sandy Asirvatham and ellen cherry have been at the center of this album since its inception.For over four years, these two talented musicians/composers have achieved the tremendous feat of combining musicians and genres from all walks of life to complete one epic album. Together, they have formed an album that features jazz, bluegrass, hip hop, classical and rock music. (more…)
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We Will Rock You! Opening Night Tickets!
Monday, September 23rd, 2013 by The Professor
We Will Rock You is coming to the US and making it’s debut in Baltimore! The ‘rock theatrical’, built around 24 of Queen’s biggest hits, will launch its national tour in Baltimore, MD, at the Hippodrome Theatre, October 15-20, 2013. Tickets are on sale now and are available at the Hippodrome Theatre Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 410-547-SEAT or 800- 551-SEAT, and online at Broadwayacrossamerica.com/Baltimore. For groups of 10 or more, please contact 410-703-2401.
This hilarious, multi-award-winning and record-breaking phenomenon is created by celebrated British comedian and writer Ben Elton (TV’s “Mr. Bean” and “The Young Ones”), and boasts a fantastic score of Queen’s biggest songs including “Another One Bites The Dust”, “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”, “We Are The Champions”, “Bohemian Rhapsody” and, of course, “We Will Rock You.”
Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor are musical supervisors to the show, taking an active role in casting the singer/actors and musicians for every production worldwide.
Did we forget to mention WLOY HAS TICKETS FOR YOU TO WIN? Yes we do! Come to our events Thursday October 3rd and 10th or visit our table in front of Boulder every Friday 12-2pm through October 11th to get in the running for your pair to OPENING NIGHT. You’re too late to win free tickets but hurry and you might still get tickets during the VERY limited run at the Hippodrome!
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WLOY Blings It Up Again!
Friday, August 30th, 2013 by The Professor
The complete list of Finalists has been released for the 2013 National Student Electronic Media Awards. Every Finalist gets a trophy to bring home. You may have seen a few of these in the WLOY trophy cabinet!
The winners of each category will be announced at the 2013 National Student Electronic Media Convention on Saturday November 2, in San Antonio. But here’s a list of the categories in which WLOY is already definitely taking home finalist trophies:
BEST PODCAST – Both Feet In (Mary Beth episode)
BEST REGULARLY SCHEDULED PROGRAM – Both Feet In (James C episode)
BEST REGULARLY SCHEDULED PROGRAM – What Happens Next? (Episode 118)
BEST FEATURE – What Happens Next? (Episode 112)
BEST COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT – Word on the Street newspaper
Yes, that is a guaranteed 5 (FIVE) national awards our student productions are bringing home this fall. Great work everyone! So proud that we are getting national recognition (again!) for these important programs!
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Hampdenfest September 14, 2013
Wednesday, August 28th, 2013 by The Professor
We’re rolling back into Hampden for the 2013 Hampdenfest! Unfortunately our eating machine Alex Fili has graduated and can’t interrupt her dental studies to join us for a threepeat in the Bread Pudding Eating Contest. We are seeking a worthy successor now…
As always Hampdenfest brings music, dancing, eating, drinking, toilet bowl races, and Hampden Idol. WLOY will be at Roland & 36th Street.
And Loyola shuttles to get students on site. This is a great way to explore a new community for all you first year students! Pickup behind Boulder at 10am, 1pm and 4pm with drop off and pickup at 36th & Keswick by the festival. Last return from Hampden at 7pm. That’s a FREE shuttle 🙂
Click the image for the full band and event list – it’s a blast!
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Christmas Parade Planning 12/8/13
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013 by The Professor
Yep, it’s already that time of year! School is about to start and we just got our invitation to join the Mayor’s Annual Christmas Parade for the 4th year in a row! We’re proud to represent all of Loyola, but also all of the local universities and non-commercial media since we appear to again be the only ones invited. It’s just how we roll. Now, how many candy canes…
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Scapescape 2013 (8/29-9/1)
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013 by The Professor
The Citizens of Baltimore City present Scapescape 2013, a four-day event sampling the best of Baltimore arts & culture. Better than one hundred of Baltimore’s most fantastic acts will perform on seven stages with local artwork on sale in seven different galleries. This is always an awesome set of shows in great, intimate local venues. More show times and locations are being added so follow the link to get the latest. Check the list carefully, shows start as late as 2am!
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