Celebrating the Classical Music of India

October 23, 2023

Experience the dynamic rhythms and vibrant modes of Indian classical music with Akshara. Led by composer Bala Skandan, this ensemble presents delightful interpretations of traditional ragas of Carnatic music infused […]

Dorothea Lange: Seeing People

October 10, 2023

Join us for an introductory presentation on Dorothea Lange: Seeing People by exhibition curator Philip Brookman. Brookman is consulting curator in the National Gallery’s department of photographs, and former chief […]

The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans

September 25, 2023

Experience this exciting exhibition – “The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans” – on opening weekend and meet some of the featured artists in person. Weaving Performance, […]

202Creates Month Kicks Off at the Point

August 31, 2023

Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment kicked off 202Creates at the Point Restaurant on Aug. 30 with live performances by D.C. artists, creatives and art activations […]

In-Person Converse with a Conservator: Musical Thinking

June 26, 2023

Join SAAM’s time-based media conservator Dan Finn for a conservation-focused tour through the exhibition Musical Thinking: New Video Art and Sonic Strategies. Participants will learn about the intricacies of the […]

Three by Yeats – music, song & dance

April 24, 2023

Join Scena Theatre on a journey to Ireland with three short plays filled with drama, music, song & dance. Written by W.B. Yeats, one of Ireland’s great writers. Feel the […]

RITE OF SPRING & GRIEG CONCERTO – AWAKEN

March 22, 2023

RITE OF SPRING & GRIEG CONCERTO – AWAKEN James Ross, Music Director Natalia Kazaryan Saturday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center Maestro Ross […]

Present Moment BASK

February 9, 2023

Jane Franklin Dance at Atlas INTERSECTIONS Festival 2023 BASK in the present moment. Physical storytelling merges with the immediate in dances about climate, agency and identity. Works by Robert J. […]

Present Moment BASK


Jane Franklin Dance at Atlas INTERSECTIONS Festival 2023 BASK in the present moment. Physical storytelling merges with the immediate in dances about climate, agency and identity. Works by Robert J. […]

In-Person Cafritz Young Artists Performance


SAAM and the Renwick Gallery are delighted to welcome back the Washington National Opera’s Cafritz Young Artists. Join these inspiring performers for an afternoon of music and drama, featuring scenes […]