We’re a 24/7 rehearsal facility built by artists for artists who take preparation seriously.
Our specialty? Giving you the space and support to own the room when it counts.
Located in the Discovery District on the campus of the University of Maryland, The Shed is 25 minutes from the National Mall and 35 minutes from Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, giving artists easy access to the entire Washington DC/Baltimore corridor.
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Book as often as you want.
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Pack light! Our house equipment is included in every booking.
Additions or substitutions are available.
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With a first-come, first-served model, schedule your own self-service sessions via our online communal calendar.
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We also offer
Performance/tour prep with full backline and tech support
Full facility rental
Long-term instrument storage
Founded by GRAMMY-winning artist Jauvon Gilliam, The Marcel Group is a minority-owned, certified, DMV-based family of performance-driven companies bringing the strategy, space, equipment, and execution behind unforgettable live experiences. Our portfolio includes Capitol Percussion + Backline Rentals, which provides high-quality backline and equipment rentals nationwide, and Forte Events, delivering end-to-end planning and execution support for complex productions. Together with The Shed DMV, these capabilities allow us to support every stage of the event ecosystem. Grounded in an artist’s perspective, we create rehearsal environments where preparation meets performance at the highest level: rehearsals that perfect.