Music

It's been forty years since Baltimore's zoning code saw a major overhaul. What's new? We ask city planning director Tom Stosur.

Anonymity on the Internet can lead to more honest conversation. It can also protect so-called "trolls" who publish misinformation and offensive material. Lately, vigilantes have unmasked some high profile Internet trolls. We ask our social media analysts Nathan Jurgenson and P.J. Rey if some of the unmaskings have gone too far.

As Catholic Bishops gather in Baltimore for their biannual conference, we talk with Baltimore Archbishop William Lori about Catholic voters and political issues.

We check in with The Baltimore Sun's technology reporter Gus Sentementes for the latest in tech news.

Maryland Morning theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck brings us her review of "Heroes" at Everyman Theatre in Baltimore.

On Saturday at the Golden West Café in Hampden, several local musicians will donate their talents to raise money to support research into a cure for Polycystic Kidney Disease, or PKD.

In addition to voting for President Barack Obama, Maryland voted yes on all seven statewide ballot questions. To run down the results from the 2012 Election, Sheilah is joined by WYPR's Fraser Smith and Joel McCord, as well as The Capital's Pamela Wood and Bethany Rodgers of the Frederick News-Post.

Marin Alsop will conduct the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra this weekend in concerts that feature perhaps the most recognizable piece of western art music in the world, paired with a new piece by a composer with Baltimore roots.

It's the end of "Urbanite", a free glossy monthly magazine known for its in-depth reporting on city issues. We ask publisher Tracy Ward about her decision to close up shop.

Then, we talk with Jason Hardebeck of the Greater Baltimore Technology Council – now known as gb.tc -- about solving the city’s problems by getting government data in the hands of civic-minded techies.

And, theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck on “Stop Kiss,” playing now at the Fells Point Corner Theatre.

Plus, Caleb Stine drops by to sing some Woody Guthrie tunes with Tom Hall.

Folk legend Woody Guthrie was an inspiration not only to the prominent musicians of his time, including the likes of Bob Dylan, but artists today. This Saturday, the Creative Alliance will host a Woody Guthrie tribute concert to commemorate Guthrie's 100th birthday.

Thursday, September 13
The 39 Steps at The MarylandEnsemble Theatre 

Frederick
Thursday - Sunday, various times. Please check website

One of the most intriguing musical projects going on in Baltimore this season is one that brings musicians from the pop, jazz and classical worlds together to re-imagine one of the most influential and well-known progressive rock albums of all time.