BALTIMORE!! As seen in Essence, Rolling Stone Magazine, BET and many more - Orchestra Noir is bringing the acclaimed Y2K Meets ‘90s Tour to the Lyric on June 28th! Under the direction of Maestro Jason Ikeem Rodgers, the orchestra will take you on a nostalgic ride with a high-energy concert featuring the biggest R&B and Hip-Hop hits from both iconic eras. Get ready to dance and sing along on the ultimate, one of a kind, musical journey! Doors Open: 7:00 PM Concert begins: 8:00 PM | Orchestra Noir

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