Washington Ballet’s transcenDANCE: An Evening of Powerful Storytelling Through Movement
• February 24, 2025

By Charlotte Meyer-Schoenherr The Washington Ballet’s latest production, transcenDANCE, which opened last Thursday night at the Eisenhower Theater and ran through Sunday, was a profound exploration of contemporary stories through […]

Spring Arts Preview: Performing Arts
• February 12, 2025

JAZZ, POP, COUNTRY, ROCK AND HIP HOP  Performers of note coming to Blues Alley include the Vijay Iyer Trio (March 13 and 14), Stanley Jordan (April 10 to 13) and […]

Kennedy Center’s Rutter to Step Down
• January 27, 2025

Kennedy Center’s president since 2014, Deborah Rutter, will step down from her role at the end of the year amidst uncertainty in a new (returning?) administration. Rutter’s contract is up […]

Onstage Georgetown, January/February 2025
• December 19, 2024

 By Mark Edelman Happy New Year! As the first two months of 2025 roll around, there’s plenty to celebrate on DMV stages. This schedule is replete with plays and musicals […]

All that Jazz, Georgetown, January 2025
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 By Mark Edelman It’s a brand new year and clubs and concerts are keeping the lights on and seats warm for the best music the DMV has to offer. Check […]

Weekend Roundup, Dec. 26-29
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The time in between the holidays and celebrating the New Year can seem like a blur. Whether you’re spending the time solo or have family in town, there are plenty […]

Tiger, Tiger: 2 Shows at the Kennedy Center
• December 12, 2024

Last year, after Nikita could not conceive, she underwent artificial insemination. Alas, no luck. The National Zoo is still hoping for tiger cubs, but not from Nikita, who has pretty […]

Weekend Roundup, Dec. 5-8
• December 5, 2024

We’re in full-on, Buddy the Elf level holiday fun this weekend. Celebrate the season with Georgetown Jingle on Saturday, The Wharf is hosting its annual holiday boat parade, Folger introduces […]

All That Jazz, Georgetown: December  
• November 29, 2024

By Mark Edelman December keeps the music warm and inviting in clubs and concert venues in and around Washington, D.C. Check out these night spots as we swing our way […]

Ben Folds to Record Live Album with NSO
• October 23, 2024

Ben Folds likes what he calls “a good dose of fear” every now and again. He is referring to his upcoming performances at The Kennedy Center October 25 and 26 […]