Cinema Siren's Faves from Sundance Film Festival

January is a wasteland of bad movie releases, but the Sundance Film Festival has exciting new Indie films being premiered and promoted.

Rockville Concert Band's Annual Jazz Concert

Sunday, Feb 8 at 3:00 p.m.

Go Back for Murder presented by Rockville Little Theatre

F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre in Rockville MD Fridays, Jan 16 and 23 at 8p.m. Saturdays, Jan 17and 24 at 8p.m. Sundays, Jan 18 and 25 at 2p

NATIONAL TOUR OF MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL PLAYS FREDERICK, MD.

At the Weinberg Center for the Arts for two shows only Saturday, February 7, 2015!

Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert Showcases Rising Folk Artists

‘Joan & Joni,’ performed by emerging folk musicians and songwriters Allison Shapira and Kipyn Martin, will premiere on Jan. 14.

Annapolis Pianist Previews Fifth Installment of 'Extreme Chopin'

Aiming to perform all 250 of Frédéric Chopin's works over the next decade, Brian Ganz will preview his next recital on Jan. 10 in Annapolis.

91-Year-Old Has First Solo Art Show: Color and Chaos

The exhibit will open in January at Friendship Heights Gallery in Chevy Chase.

National Christmas Tree Lighting 2014: Performers, Street Closures, What Not to Bring

The 92nd annual lighting will brighten the White House Ellipse in President’s Park Dec. 4.

'The Nutcracker' Musical Coming to Chevy Chase

In a musical version of the classic ballet, the Round House Theatre hosts 'The Nutcracker' with a matinee performance on Dec. 7.

Penguins of Madagascar: Movie Review

DreamWorks lays an egg with the intermittently entertaining, disappointing Penguins of Madagascar, says Patch film critic Cinema Siren.

National Philharmonic Brings Music of Handel to Bethesda

The Strathmore will host the National Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorale Dec. 20, 21 when they perform Handel’s famous work, Messiah.

2014 Holiday TV Schedule: When to Tune in to Watch Holiday Classics

Find out when your favorite holiday movies will air on network television this season.

ICYMI: Contest for Emerging Songwriters to Offer 10K Prize

The deadline for local and regional artists to submit an entry for the Bethesda Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards is Friday, Dec. 5.

Movie Review: 'Fury' Captures the Raw Hell of War

Cinema Siren gives it 5 out of 5 stars in her review. Watch the trailer here.

Bethesda Gallery B Announces Metalwork Exhibit

The show will feature jewelry, sculptures and functional art by 46 guild members.

Arts Festival Takes the Streets of Bethesda Row All Weekend

The Bethesda Row Arts Festival will feature arts and crafts for sale from over 190 museum-quality artists.

Winners of Montgomery County Arts and Humanities Award Announced

This year, eight community members will be presented with the County Executive’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities at a cerem

Nearby News: Tour Bethesda Fire Station, Equipment at Rescue Day 2014

The Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad will hold a free open house Saturday during Taste of Bethesda.

Nearby News: Irish Dance, Afro Funk, Rock and More on Taste of Bethesda Stages

Live music will be performed simultaneously on five stages in the Woodmont Triangle area Oct. 11.

Weekend Plans: Check Out Taste of Bethesda

The 25th annual event will be held rain or shine Oct. 11 at the Woodmont Triangle.

Costume Party, Train Rides, Spooky Skating and Halloween Treasure Hunt

Montgomery Parks has Halloween events planed in October from Halloween on Ice to hikes to train rides.

Bethesda Car Show Revs Up to Benefit Sick Kids

The Oct. 11 car show benefits The Children's Inn at National Institutes of Health, where families can stay at no cost.

Experience 20+ African Countries at Panafest

The free festival in Silver Spring will share the culture, food and music of Africa and the Caribbean.

Star-Spangled Spectacular Brings Weeklong Celebration to Baltimore

The schedule of events includes tall ships, air shows and more.

Where Does Fillmore Rank on Billboard's List of Top 25 Music Clubs?

The venue is in the renovated shell of a former JC Penney store in downtown Silver Spring.

Contest for Emerging Songwriters to Offer 10K Prize

Local and regional artists may compete in the Bethesda Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards.

How to Get to the Maryland State Fair

Light rail, bus and parking information for the 2014 Maryland State Fair in Timonium.

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

'How to Train Your Dragon 2': Review and Director Interview

Cinema Siren gives it 5 stars, saying it's fierier than the first, with twice the dragons.

Tickets on Sale Now for ZooFari at the National Zoo

Join zoo patrons for a delicious evening of gourmet food, fine wines, celebrity chefs, and conservation.

Disney's Bears: Funny, Fascinating and Rated G

"Bears," in theaters April 18, combines beautiful footage with a style and story accessible to children, making it a success for the whole family.

'Heaven is for Real' in Theaters Now

Get ready to see the real-life story about a boy who says he went to Heaven. Sponsored by Sony.

'Rio 2' TRAILER/REVIEW: This Superior Sequel Soars

'Rio 2' opens in movie theaters this weekend.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Captain America' Oh Beautiful!

Film debuts in theaters this weekend; rated PG-13.

'Bad Words' Offers 'Cinematic Catharsis,' Plus an Interview with Jason Bateman

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: In 'Noah,' Aronofsky Builds a Vessel of Fearless Filmmaking

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

VIDEOS + REVIEW: 'Muppets Most Wanted' Is Furry Fun

The Muppets are back! Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

Cinema Siren gives the film five stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Mr. Peabody & Sherman' Best in Show or In the Dog House?

The new 3D animated release feels like both lots of fun and a big disappointment, right in the same 92 minutes.

2014 Oscars Predictions and 10 Things You Might Not Know About Them

Cinema Siren makes predictions about the Oscars; the awards program airs Sunday night at 7 p.m. on ABC, hosted by Ellen Degeneres.