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Drawing on the vast history of Washington D.C., two complementary exhibitions will look at how one man played a role in bringing the U.S. capital where it is and how […]
From salsa to strings, and blues to swing, Live! Concert Series on the Plaza features hot entertainment in a cool, open-air atmosphere. From noon-1:00pm, join us for free lunchtime performances […]
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 […]
Dive into Dumbarton and grow your little ones love of history! This 10-week summer program is 45-minute and is geared towards children ages 3-5 and their parent/caregiver. Each week, take a mini-tour of our historic property, then interact with fun activities, crafts, and games. June 7 – August 9, 2018, Thursdays, 10am $5/child, FREE/Family Museum […]
Come join us for some refreshments while you walk around the park watching artists work. Along with the open studios, the Popcorn, Stone Tower, and Park View Galleries will be open as well.
This year’s grand opera at the Filene Center tells the tale of a father whose fierce desire to protect his daughter leads to a tragic quest for revenge. Some of Verdi’s most memorable music graces this poignant and unforgettable opera. RIGOLETTO Music by Giuseppe Verdi Libretto by Francesco Maria Piave based on Victor Hugo’s play […]
Over the past 35 years, the principals of the Puppet Co. - Allan Stevens, Christopher Piper and MayField Piper - have created over twenty-five major productions illustrating the breadth and importance of puppetry as an art form, one with special appeal to children and family audiences. They have presented over 12,000 performances to a total […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Organic Growth. Print artist Meaghan Busch and fiber artist Annalisa Leonessa combine in this unique show about growth. Busch’s growth is through hard times – from dealing with the mental decline of a parent and becoming a parent. This body of work is bittersweet, embracing hard […]
Let your hair down, grab your boogie shoes and join us for a night you won't forget! Come dance to live disco tunes (brought to you by APO musicians and […]
Fueled by a drive to create great art, inspire connection, and cultivate community, pop rock trio Hanson has been entertaining audiences for more than 25 years. The trio of brothers make their NSO debut with a program of their greatest hits.
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist Mary Anne Matteson. This Sunday Sketch is offered in partnership with The Artists in Middleburg. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, to register for this […]
For nearly 40 years the Grammy-winning king of power ballads has rocked the stage with hits like “Summer of ’69,” “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You,” and “Heaven.” With the release of the new compilation album Ultimate (2017), Adams shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
“Be Our Guest” for two enchanted evenings featuring Disney’s animated classic shown on huge screens with an all-star cast performing the Oscar- and Grammy-winning songs live-to-film!
Dive into Dumbarton and grow your little ones love of history! This 10-week summer program is 45-minute and is geared towards children ages 3-5 and their parent/caregiver. Each week, take a mini-tour of our historic property, then interact with fun activities, crafts, and games. June 7 – August 9, 2018, Thursdays, 10am $5/child, FREE/Family Museum […]
“Be Our Guest” for two enchanted evenings featuring Disney’s animated classic shown on huge screens with an all-star cast performing the Oscar- and Grammy-winning songs live-to-film!
FIND TICKETS For over two decades, Disney has astonished millions worldwide with theatrical productions that both entertain and amaze. Now, in celebration of 20 years on Broadway, and in collaboration with Columbia Artists Management LLC, audiences can experience the magic of Disney's Broadway Hits with an unforgettable night of music. Performed by a live symphony […]
Best known for his high-quality songwriting filled with wit and charm, Lyle Lovett has built a career “on the reputation of his live shows, which routinely sell out theaters and concert halls coast to coast” (The New York Times).
Renowned and beloved singer, songwriter, and performer Mary Chapin Carpenter will return to Wolf Trap for a special performance. Carpenter has won five Grammy Awards and is a 2012 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee.
ABBA The Concert continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling audiences with fantastic performances of ABBA’s iconic hits including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes All,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,”and “Dancing Queen.”
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame R&B trio, The O’Jays, best known for “Love Train” is joined by seven-time Grammy winner Gladys Knight of “Midnight Train to Georgia” fame for the soul event of the summer. Gladys Knight will perform first followed by The O'Jays.
The Fred Schnider Gallery of Art showcases its newest exhibit, “A Broader Sense of Place,” Panoramic Photographs by DC photographer Sam Kittner, open now through September 8, 2018 with an artist reception and talk on August 23. The exhibit and artist talk are open to the public. Exhibit: Thursdays through Sundays until September 8, 2018 […]
For more than 25 years Alan Jackson’s music has provided a soundtrack for American life. Hits like “Remember When,” “Drive,” and “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” have become an enduring part of America’s musical landscape and have earned Jackson two Grammys and an induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
“New Orleans jazz-funk alchemist” (The Guardian) Trombone Shorty knows how to get the party started with genre-busting street rhythms and brass-filled jams that pay tribute to the history of the city, while also propelling the distinct sound forward. Laissez les bon temps rouler as seminal jazz-funk band Galactic, New Orleans staple Preservation Hall Jazz Band, […]
“With echoes of old-timey string bands, singalong folk revivalists, boozy Americana roots rockers and big-box singer – songwriter softies” (Rolling Stone), The Avett Brothers make their Filene Center debut.
Guided by dynamic percussion, punchy horns, feel-good lyrics, and contagious rhythms, The Revivalists skyrocketed to the top of the charts with their No. 1 hit “Wish I Knew You.” This New Orleans band, named in honor of the city’s recovery post-Katrina, was named Billboard’s Top New Rock Artist of 2017.
One of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” (Rolling Stone) and two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Beck shares the stage with rock goddess Ann Wilson of Heart for an evening of iconic hits.
Whether solo or as a member of The Doobie Brothers or the Dukes of September, Michael McDonald has achieved inestimable success and remains one of the world’s most distinctive voices. The singer of “I Keep Forgettin’ (Every Time You’re Near)” and “Show You the Way” is joined by former Chicago singer and bass player Peter […]
The Fred Schnider Gallery of Art showcases its newest exhibit, “A Broader Sense of Place,” Panoramic Photographs by DC photographer Sam Kittner, open now through September 8, 2018 with an artist reception and talk on August 23. The exhibit and artist talk are open to the public. Exhibit: Thursdays through Sundays until September 8, 2018 […]
Drawing on the “folksy, confessional vibe of Seventies Laurel Canyon singer-songwriters like Jackson Browne,” (Rolling Stone) Dawes creates breezy and emotional songs that converge retro California vibes with contemporary folk rock. Sister-trio Joseph and husband-and-wife duo Shovels & Rope kick off the night with perfect harmonies and “booming melodies, break-neck lyricism and a robust take […]
In a career spanning six decades, Frankie Valli has sold over 100 million records (including “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Sherry,” and “Grease”) and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, all while performing to packed houses all around world.
As the British marched closer on August 24th, 1814, Dolley Madison fled her beloved White House, taking refuge with the Carroll’s at Dumbarton House. Enjoy special self-guided tours Friday, Saturday, and Sunday featuring special collection and archived documents related to the Madisons. On Saturday bring the family and play historic lawn games, make ice cream, […]
Join professional tour guide Dwane Starlin and view the parts of Georgetown involved in conflicts during the "Second Revolutionary War," including Dumbarton House!
KIDZ BOP Live 2018 is the ultimate family concert experience, “sung by kids for kids.” The KIDZ BOP Kids headline this new show, performing some of today’s biggest hit songs that have also kept them at the top of the US Kids charts for over 15 years.
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Pursuit of Color by Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro. This exhibition presents recent oils and pastels from artist Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro about the elusive nature of color. Gonzalo finds his inspiration in how light reveals reality and how it affects the color we see in objects and landscapes. […]
Come join the musical journey with acclaimed Taiwanese pianist Tzu-yi Chen in her 2018 fall recital as she pays tribe to iconic works by greatest classical composers during wartime. Inspired by music’s power to overcome difficulties in troubled times over the centuries, the musician hopes to take classical music fans to reflect on the pursuit […]
Bollywood Boulevard—a harmonious fusion of live music, dance, and film—leads audiences from the birth of Hindi cinema to present day. Experience the spirit, artistry, and history of India’s famous film industry from the classics of the black and white era and the timeless songs of Bollywood’s Golden Era to the foot-tapping blockbusters of today. Inspired […]
DC Shorts Film Festival and Screenplay Competition is an award-winning, internationally recognized film festival held every September in Washington, DC. DC Shorts kicks off its 15th anniversary year on Thursday, September 6, and runs through Sunday, September 16, 2018. With filmmakers and film-lovers traveling the globe to attend, an array of festival offerings includes multiple […]
For over three decades, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G has grafted elements of R&B, pop, and Latin to a jazz foundation solidifying his reputation as the premiere artist in contemporary jazz. Similarly creating a powerful crossover sound, award-winning classical and contemporary pop group The Tenors returns to Wolf Trap with undeniable charm and diverse vocal […]
Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and join us the last Friday of the month, May – August from 6:00-8:00pm on the NSLM lawn for live music. Concessions and cash bar available. Also enjoy free admission to our museum! The August 31st concert will feature the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra, playing classical and show tunes […]
Experience a night of soulful music from a pair of gifted singer-songwriters featuring multi-platinum performer Gavin DeGraw known for “Not Over You” and “I Don’t Want to Be” and American Idol winner Phillip Phillips acclaimed for radio hits like “Home” and “Gone, Gone, Gone.”
Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Vessels From Our Trees. This exhibition showcases work from three woodturning organizations around the area: Montgomery County Woodturners, Chesapeake Woodturners, and Mid-Maryland Woodturners. A wide variety of woodturning skills will be displayed through vases, platters, bowls and many more designs. This show is juried by Jane and […]
An eight-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, humanitarian, singer, songwriter, and producer, Ziggy Marley is one of the most successful reggae artists ever. Joining Ziggy Marley is one of Bob Marley’s favorite bands, Grammy-winning Steel Pulse. For one night only, experience an evening filled with messages of love and justice for all people.
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist Ruth Anna Stolk. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, to register for this program: APaquette@NationalSporting.org, (540) 687-6542 ext. 25
Hailed as the “biggest new rock act in the world” (Rolling Stone) with hits like “Want You Back,” “Amnesia,” and “She’s Kinda Hot,” 5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS) is the only band in history to see its first two full length studio albums enter the Billboard 200 at No. 1.
On Friday, October 19 at the Washington National Cathedral, DC non-profit Fair Chance is hosting the 16th annual Butterfly Bash gala. Guests will enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while strengthening the sustainability and performance of local community based nonprofits. NBC4 TODAY morning anchor Eun Yang will emcee, and the […]
With sales of over 60 million albums worldwide, Alanis Morissette is one of the most influential singer-songwriter-musicians in contemporary music. Her deeply expressive music (including “Ironic” and “You Oughta Know”) and performances have earned vast critical praise including seven Grammy Awards, 14 Canadian Juno Awards, and an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Led by flautist and vocalist Ian Anderson, Jethro Tull celebrates 50 years of being one of the most successful live performing acts on the world stage with over 30 albums (including Benefit, Aqualung, and Thick As A Brick) and sales totaling more than 50 million.
For the past 28 years, the Rosslyn Jazz Fest has taken over all of the three-acre, urban Gateway Park. Last year, this much-anticipated annual event drew more than 10,000 music fans to the park for a day of dynamic, free performances. Come to hear live music performed by some of the biggest names in jazz […]
LEARNING FROM LABORINTUS Curator: Ira Tattelman An exhibit featuring four DC and five Roman printmakers - 25 total works. The show is open from August 30 to September 23. Preview reception on September 1, 3-5pm. Opening reception on September 8, 3-5pm. Artist talk on September 23, 1-3pm. This Sister Cities exchange was funded in part […]
Curated by Questlove, the musicians who performed with Prince throughout his career come together for one evening to honor the earth-shattering, genre-smashing musician behind “Purple Rain,” “Kiss,” “When Doves Cry,” and countless other hits.
This exhibition brings together five artists who examine human movements within water borders around the Caribbean and Mediterranean archipelagos form multi-layered perspectives. With hurricane Maria sweeping up the Caribbean and the current migration crisis in the Mediterranean resulting in increased deaths, slavery, and xenophobia towards Africans, Muslims, and displaced communities, this exhibit underscores the geographical […]
Stories about World War II and the persecution of Europe’s Jews were a constant presence in American movie theaters and living rooms throughout the 1930–40s. Award-winning films such as Mrs. Miniver, The Great Dictator, and Casablanca shaped Americans’ understanding of the Nazi threat, while newsreels and radio programs offered a brief glimpse into world events […]
It’s no secret that Fairfax County and the Metro DC region is thriving in the world of startups and technology, which makes the DMV the perfect place for Social Media Week Fairfax. Social Media Week (SMW) is a leading news platform that curates and shares the best ideas, innovations and insight into how social media […]
How do the things we leave behind tell the story of a life? Material culture—the study of ordinary objects—is another way to study complex traumatic histories such as the Holocaust. Experts in the diverse fields of material culture and Holocaust studies will address the major developments in their research over the past 20 years; the […]
Elegance, power, and grace come to life in the artwork on exhibition in Sidesaddle, 1690-1935. Women athletes and amateurs across time adapted to changing tack technology and social mores to join the hunt field and competitive races alike. On September 14th join cocurator Dr. Ulrike Weiss, Lecturer at the University of St. Andrews and 2016 […]
Wentworth Gallery is honored to present a Collection of works from legendary Musician and Fine Artist Paul Stanley of KISS. The Collection of original paintings, mixed media originals, limited edition prints, and hand-painted acrylic sculptures is currently being showcased in Wentworth Gallery locations throughout the United States. The iconic rocker will be making a series […]
Global Bhagavad Gita Convention (GBGC) is a free event which is organized by Center for Inner Resources Development – North America (CIRD-NA), a global Knowledge Institution on September 15th & […]
Can't wait to get a look at NSLM's newest exhibition, Sidesaddle, 1690-1935? Join cocurator Dr. Ulrike Weiss, Lecturer at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland and 2016 John H. […]
Home on Cameron, located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria at 315 Cameron Street, will host two local artists — John and Lena Murray, during the 16th annual King […]
ASO’s 75th Anniversary Celebration Concert Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 4pm Virginia Theological Seminary Campus 3737 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304 James Ross, conductor Copland: Outdoor Overture Rodgers & Hammerstein: […]
à deux A Collection of Collaborative Works by Charlene Nield and Ann Pickett September 5 - 30, 2018 Artists' reception Saturday, September 15, 6 - 8 pm Painting side-by-side in […]
Johann Sebastian Bach Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, BWV 190 George Frideric Handel Ode for St. Cecilia’s Day, HWV 76 J.S. Bach Magnificat, BWV 243 Join the Consort as […]
Profs and Pints presents: "The Women of 'Hamilton,'" with Cassandra Good, assistant professor of history at Marymount University and author of Founding Friendships: Friendships Between Men and Women in the […]
Profs and Pints presents: "D.C.'s Impressionism," with Rebecca Jeffrey Easby, associate professor or art history and chair of the Fine Arts Program at Trinity Washington University. Washington is home to […]
You're invited to Anderson Dance Studio's Dance Costume Blowout Sale! Visit our studio on Saturday, September 22nd and Saturday, September 29th from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm to find gently […]
The American Pops Orchestra's Season 4 Opener will be an evening of music by the greatest American singer-songwriters: James Taylor, Carol King, Joni, Mitchell, Joan Baez and more.
Profs and Pints presents: “Ancient Greek Social Networks,” with Diane Harris Cline, associate professor of classics and history at George Washington University and author of National Geographic’s The Greeks: An […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Our 3D-Printed Future," with Sharon Flank, entrepreneur, inventor, and adjunct professor at Pace University. The world of manufacturing is on the verge of revolutionary change thanks […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Make America Gilded Again?" with Allen Pietrobon, adjunct professor of modern American history at American University and visiting professor at Trinity Washington University. Income inequality. Corporate […]
You're invited to Anderson Dance Studio's Dance Costume Blowout Sale! Visit our studio on Saturday, September 22nd and Saturday, September 29th from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm to find gently […]
September is Child Passenger Safety Month, making it a great time for a quick car seat safety refresh – especially since reports show that 73 percent of car seats are […]
Saturday September 29, 2018 at 8pm The Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center 4915 E. Campus Drive Alexandria, VA 22311 Sunday September 30, 2018 at 3pm George Washington […]
Saturday September 29, 2018 at 8pm The Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center 4915 E. Campus Drive Alexandria, VA 22311 Sunday September 30, 2018 at 3pm George Washington […]
Anderson Dance Studio is holding auditions for our Hip Hop Dream Team. The audition is open to boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 18 who are energetic, […]
Sankofa Bookstore is excited to host The DC Launch of New York Times-Bestselling Author Walter Mosley's new book: John Woman. Reception/Signing and Dialogue between WALTER MOSLEY & W. PAUL COATES, […]
The October 4th Tudor Nights will begin with a one-time exhibit in the Saloon of the historic House, featuring items selected from more than two centuries of medical equipment, books, […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of […]
Out Loud & In the Bushes is a joint show featuring Roger Strassman’s colorful abstract paintings and Trinka Roeckelein’s whimsical ceramic animal sculptures. “Out Loud” alludes to a painting group […]
Art Glass Center Artists explore the many facets of glass in this exhibition of fine art glass. The show reflects the endless possibilities of glass as an artistic medium while […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of […]
Profs and Pints presents: “The Exorcist’s Power,” with David Wilt, professorial lecturer in film studies at George Washington University. William Peter Blatty’s best-selling 1971 novel The Exorcist, based on actual […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Speak of the Devil," a discussion of Satan over the ages, with Mikki Brock, associate professor of history at Washington and Lee University and scholar of […]
Paint the Town Red is a special evening dedicated to raising much-needed funds in support of the mission of the American Heart Association – to be a relentless force for […]
On Fly in the Salt: From the Surf to the Flats is a curated journey through time, filled with the people, places, and innovations that have made saltwater fly fishing […]
Come view a sampling of extraordinary vintage, traditional and renovated homes in Foxhall and the Palisades. The house tour proceeds benefit Palisades Village, a nonprofit organization that helps our neighbors […]
October 13-14, 2018 Saturday, 11 am-6 pm Sunday, 10 am-5 pm Free Admission The Bethesda Row Arts Festival, now in its 21st year, is recognized as one of the top […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Autumn Colors, a mixed media exhibition exploring the brilliance of the season. Glen Echo Park artists exhibit paintings, photography, and glass […]
Profs and Pints presents: “The Science of Frankenstein,” with Richard C. Sha, professor of literature and philosophy at American University and author of Imagination and Science in Romanticism. In assembling […]
It’s no secret that Fairfax County and the Metro DC region is thriving in the world of startups and technology, which makes the DMV the perfect place for Social Media […]
Profs and Pints presents: “The Genius of Benjamin Franklin,” with Richard Bell, associate professor of history at the University of Maryland. Benjamin Franklin's genius is a puzzle. Born the tenth […]
Fair Chance has selected one of DC’s landmark locations to host its highly anticipated Butterfly Bash fundraising celebration this October. The nonprofit will host its annual affair at the Washington […]
FRIDAY MUSIC SERIES: TURNING JEWELS INTO WATER Creating "funky fusion" (BBC), Haitian electronic music composer/percussionist/turntablist Val Jeanty and percussionist/composer/electronic musician Ravish Momin combine ritual, improvisation, global rhythms, and music-technology. The Georgetown University Friday Music Series features acclaimed artists in free concerts at 1:15 p.m. on select Fridays.
Awash in music inspired by light and dark, Artistic Director Scott Tucker has created a program that evokes both the literal and mystical imagery attributed to these fundamental themes. Including […]
First Baptist Church, Georgetown celebrates 156th Anniversary with a free concert featuring Patrick Lundy & the Ministers of Music. Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 4:00 pm at the church.
Artist’s Proof is pleased to announce Perception vs. Reality: an exhibition of works by American artist Shar Coulson. A curated selection of her paintings will be on view at Artist's […]
On the occasion of "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" Nueva Vida will honor survivors strength and resilience by holding the event "Opera: Expressing Cancer Survivors Emotional Healing Journey." The beauty and the power of opera will allow the audience to experience the range of emotions felt by survivors, all the way through their healing journey. There […]
Russian composer Alexander Kastalsky wrote a profoundly beautiful and hopeful requiem to commemorate the diverse nations and faiths of the Allied lives lost in World War I. He finished the […]
Join The American Pops for innovative yoga practices in the iconic Dupont Underground. Each practice will feature live music to create a peaceful backdrop as instructor Michael Peterson guides you […]
Profs and Pints presents: “When Vampires Arose,” with Bruce McClelland, former instructor at the University of Virginia and author of Slayers and Their Vampires: A Cultural History of Killing the […]
