About the Venue

The Lyric is a non-profit performing arts center and live entertainment venue in Baltimore.

We present a variety of music, dance, comedy, youth-centric, and educational programming of the highest quality to diverse audiences in the greater Baltimore and Maryland region. The Lyric opened in 1894 and is located in the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. The Lyric continues as an anchor institution presenting concerts, events and live entertainment since 1894. The venue has evolved over time and now brings up-to-date stage production and technology into its historic setting along with modern conveniences for our guests.

The Lyric has hosted performances from premier artists across multiple genres including Robin Williams, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, The Grateful Dead, Bill Maher, Patton Oswalt, Dave Chappelle, Santana, and Disney Jr. Dance Party. For over 130 years, groundbreaking musicians have graced our stage, including Aretha Franklin, Journey, Ringo Starr, Doobie Brothers, Diana Ross, Joe Bonamassa, and more. We provide Baltimore, Washington, and the surrounding areas with the best live entertainment, concerts, and events. You can find tickets to any of our Baltimore shows online at etix.com.

The Lyric boasts a great selection of concessions and an amazing audience experience. We offer a variety of beer, wine, spirits, food and snacks. Join us and enjoy an extraordinary, in-person entertainment experience in a unique, stunning venue — the largest seated concert hall in Baltimore!

The Lyric is in a prime location between the University of Baltimore, Maryland Institute College of Art, and the BSO Meyerhoff. We are easily accessible from I-83, Penn Station, and light rail. Plan a visit to The Lyric: find details on tickets, the seating chart, parking, public transportation, and group rates on this website.

We can't wait to see you at the historic Lyric Baltimore!

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