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A benefit recital featuring bass soloist Richard Giarusso and pianist Andrew Welch will be held on Sunday March 18 at 4 p.m. at Dumbarton United Methodist Church, 3133 Dumbarton St. […]
Celebrate America with the New Orchestra of Washington! Dvořák’s string quartet, “American,” performed by NOW’s Resident String Quartet, Aeolus, opens the program. Gershwin’s iconic Porgy and Bess Fantasy gets a […]
DanceSport Endurance presents Dance Immersions, Big Band Funtensive, a week-long dance intensive featuring Swing, Jive, Fox Trot, and Quickstep. Immersion is the best way to learn a dance. Join us […]
With a career at the pinnacle of Irish music for nearly 35 years, Altan has achieved legendary status in a genre that has been shaped by the band’s influence and […]
The White Album is “perhaps The Beatles’ most ambitious studio album” (BBC) and features classics including “Blackbird,” “While My Guitar Gently Weeps,” and “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da.” Experience the celebrated album played […]
Vassar College Majors, a student-led choir, on a spring tour, will perform selections spanning multiple genres and over 600 years of music. The 35-member chorus run by students specializes in […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
What’s your American story? Join us on March 24 and 25 for a celebration of American art and storytelling. Highlights include an original "Story Chorus" performance designed and lead by […]
What’s your American story? Join us on March 24 and 25 for a celebration of American art and storytelling. Highlights include an original "Story Chorus" performance designed and lead by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Presenting a playful interpretation of classical ballet in parody form and en travesti since 1974, Les Ballets Trockadero is the world’s foremost all-male comic ballet company.
The only live music and variety radio show aired nationwide today, Live from Here (formerly A Prairie Home Companion) has been a staple for the 2.6 Million fans who have […]
The only live music and variety radio show aired nationwide today, Live from Here (formerly A Prairie Home Companion) has been a staple for the 2.6 Million fans who have […]
Named one of Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Guitarists and 100 Greatest Singers of all time, John Fogerty, formerly of Creedence Clearwater Revival, returns to Wolf Trap along with blues and […]
Known for thrilling performances and a laid-back style, Jake Owen ascended to country stardom with smash hits including “Barefoot Blue Jean Night,” “Beachin’,” “Anywhere with You,” “Alone with You,” “The […]
A beloved Romantic ballet. Love, betrayal, and forgiveness are paired with coveted virtuoso roles. This haunting and tender classic tells the story of the promise and tragedy of young love.
Two-time Grammy-winner John Prine is among America’s premier phrase-turners with songs like “Angel From Montgomery” and “In Spite of Ourselves.” The post-Dylan musician is “one of the most critically acclaimed […]
Kick off Easter celebrations with activities for the whole family! Kids will go egg-static for three on-site Easter egg hunts - featuring a technological GPS hunt and a glow-in-the-dark option. […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership and the National Capital Art Glass Guild are pleased to present Wild Things. These are turbulent times! Simply put, we are surrounded by change. This […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present The World in Infrared: Landscapes by Sheila Galagan. Local photographer Sheila Galagan offers a selection of photographs shot using infrared capture, […]
Would you like to see some amazing new art glass? Wild Things! is a juried glass art exhibition at Glen Echo Park's Popcorn Gallery March 31 through April 29, Saturdays […]
Scoring five top ten UK hits while crisscrossing the line between soul, ska, reggae, pop, and punk, these rockers have kept people all over the world dancing since 1979. You […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Ethnic Gangster Cinema," with Kris Mecholsky, English instructor and scholar of crime fiction and film at Louisiana State University. Profs and Pints is making you an […]
In honor of Earth Day, April 22, “Missa Gaia/Earth Mass” by Paul Winter will be performed by Dumbarton Chorus plus soloists and instrumentalists led by A.J. Welch, Dumbarton music director. […]
Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to learn more about the opportunities this global school will provide your children and the greater Washington area. This event will inform parents on […]
A collaborator of both The Rolling Stones and Prince, this Portuguese fadista’s “melancholic intimacy dominates the moment it sashays out of the speakers…setting a mood of mesmerizing sorrow” (BBC).
A riveting songwriter, singer, pianist, arranger, producer, session player, and performer of “swampy rock & roll,” Leon Russell’s vast impact on American music lasted for over five decades before he […]
Nicholas Hersh, guest conductor C.P.E. BACH: Symphony in E-flat Major PIAZZOLLA: Tangazo: Variations on Buenos Aires BRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 Tickets: $20-$80 adult, $5 youth, $10 student www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885 […]
In his six-part lecture series Positive Barbarism: Brutal Aesthetics in the Postwar Period, Hal Foster asks how artists began again after the mass deaths of World War II, the Holocaust, […]
On Sunday April 8, the film “Roadmap to Apartheid” will be shown at 2:30 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I Street SW, in Washington, DC. This documentary examines the […]
Chamber Music at The Barns Debut Artist Quickly being hailed as one of Canada’s leading young cellists, he has been praised for his versatility, musical expressivity, and remarkable technique. Playing […]
Nicholas Hersh, guest conductor C.P.E. BACH: Symphony in E-flat Major PIAZZOLLA: Tangazo: Variations on Buenos Aires BRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 Tickets: $20-$80 adult, $5 youth, $10 student www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885 […]
Profs and Pints presents: "When Washington Burned," with Denver Brunsman, associate professor of history at George Washington University, lecturer at Mount Vernon, and scholar of the War of 1812. You've […]
Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to learn more about the opportunities this global school will provide your children and the greater Washington area. This event will inform parents on […]
“Soon” features a reclusive 20-something woman and her goldfish, Herschel, confronting the imminent end of the world due to the evaporation of all the planet’s water. Despite its seemingly gloomy […]
Individuals describe barriers experienced through career, racial, gender or ethnic prejudice. People speak of real-life experiences: a woman working in a male dominated career, an HIV positive young adult, a […]
ESTHER PRODUCTIONS, INC presents THE FATHERLESS DAUGHTERS SPEAK OUT WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU If you are a girl age 13 to 17 and you are growing up without […]
Join Jane Franklin Dance for a performance of The Big Meow, the story of an ever-hopeful fluff ball who desperately wants to belong to the band of neighborhood cats. The […]
Join the traveling choral and dance ensembles of the DMV’s premier gay men’s chorus for performances filled with lively harmonies and selections ranging from traditional choral music to Broadway.
Individuals describe barriers experienced through career, racial, gender or ethnic prejudice. People speak of real-life experiences: a woman working in a male dominated career, an HIV positive young adult, a […]
Join the traveling choral and dance ensembles of the DMV’s premier gay men’s chorus for performances filled with lively harmonies and selections ranging from traditional choral music to Broadway.
In his six-part lecture series Positive Barbarism: Brutal Aesthetics in the Postwar Period, Hal Foster asks how artists began again after the mass deaths of World War II, the Holocaust, […]
On Sunday April 15 at 2:30 p.m., “The Field” will be shown at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I Street SW, in Washington, DC 20024. This film documents Palestinians and Israeli […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Founding Fathers in the 'Friend Zone,'" with Cassandra Good, assistant professor of history at Marymount University and author of Founding Friendships: Friendships Between Men and Women […]
Uncover the rich history of Georgetown’s African-American communities with Dwane Starlin, member of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides. Starting in Herring Hill, learn about the eighteenth-century community to both […]
Everyone's buzzing about the D.C. debut of the hit musical, Hamilton, in June. Whether or not you have tickets, get your Alexander Hamilton fix early at this cocktail party and […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Is Religion Obsolete?" with Michael J. Sigrist, lecturer in philosophy at George Washington University, co-editor of Time and the Philosophy of Action, and scholar of the […]
Wishing upon a star for the perfect evening out? Then join us to gaze up at the stars while enjoying live music, food and fun! Come experience Dumbarton House in a whole new light! Dumbarton at Dusk is a new evening program the third Thursday of every month. Tour the museum after hours and experience […]
Called “one of the best musicians in the USA” by the late Pete Seeger, the master storyteller who has 38 releases to date, returns to The Barns with his timeless […]
Learn about history in a whole new way! Enjoy sipping tea while viewing tea equipage from Dumbarton House’s collections and learning about the health benefits and historic importance of tea. Tickets include light refreshments and tasting of 6 different teas. This event is planned in partnership with the Spice and Tea Exchange of Alexandria!
Artistic Director Scott Tucker and the Choral Arts Chamber Singers present a program of music inspired by nature. Featured pieces from Benjamin Britten, Peter Schickele, R. Murray Schafer, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and many more evoke serenity through melodies and lyrics referencing nature and the natural world. This evening of light celebrates spring renewal, as well […]
Individuals describe barriers experienced through career, racial, gender or ethnic prejudice. People speak of real-life experiences: a woman working in a male dominated career, an HIV positive young adult, a black woman negotiating cultural assumptions, a latino man delayed by police, disability and employment, biracial marriage, same-sex parenthood, legal immigration and the walls framed by […]
Steeplechasing all day, browse 'Saddler's Row- vendor village or participate in the children's stick pony races Gates open at 10:30 $25 general admission BlueRidgeRaces.org
In his six-part lecture series Positive Barbarism: Brutal Aesthetics in the Postwar Period, Hal Foster asks how artists began again after the mass deaths of World War II, the Holocaust, […]
On Sunday April 22 at 2:30 p.m., “Censored Voices” will be shown at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I Street SW, in Washington, DC. One week after the 1967 Six Day […]
Chamber Music at The Barns Join us for an all-star birthday spectacular to honor one of our finest living American composers, John Corigliano, on the occasion of his 80th birthday […]
Crescent Moon Nights with Gift of the Pen Entertainment and My Voice Speaks LLC present The Muslim Women of Spoken Word. Seven... Seven Women of the Mic will converge on […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Speaking of Speakeasies," a discussion of prohibition and its boozy effects, with Allen Pietrobon, adjunct professor of modern American history at American University and visiting professor at Trinity Washington University. The 1920 Constitutional amendment prohibiting the consumption of alcohol was supposed to solve some of the nation's most pressing social issues, […]
The Smithsonian Women’s Committee presents the 36th annual Smithsonian Craft Show, featuring 120 premier American artists chosen from a pool of approximately 1,000 applicants. For the first time, the show […]
Join Honorary Chair Jessye Norman as we pay tribute to chorus members then and now, celebrate the work of our High School Choir Festival teacher leaders, and introduce our new […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for 3 performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
Complete Dogness is a new family friendly performance about a delightful little doggy with bad habits. She can eat a delicious wool sweater or steal a whole block of cheese in no time. But there is hope as Barky learns new tricks and as the whole family adjusts. The performance incorporates spoken word, movement, music, […]
Arts in Foggy Bottom, Washington’s award-winning public art program, presents Absence & Presence, its sixth Arts in Foggy Bottom Outdoor Sculpture Biennial, from Saturday, April 28 through Saturday, October 27. […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for 3 performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
Individuals describe barriers experienced through career, racial, gender or ethnic prejudice. People speak of real-life experiences: a woman working in a male dominated career, an HIV positive young adult, a black woman negotiating cultural assumptions, a latino man delayed by police, disability and employment, biracial marriage, same-sex parenthood, legal immigration and the walls framed by […]
Possessed of a burnished, ringing baritone, an intensely focused stage presence, and an omnivorous musical appetite, Brian Mulligan has sung Verdi, Berlioz, Britten, Gounod, and Sondheim roles at the Metropolitan […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for 3 performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
In his six-part lecture series Positive Barbarism: Brutal Aesthetics in the Postwar Period, Hal Foster asks how artists began again after the mass deaths of World War II, the Holocaust, […]
Called “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker magazine, and named Ensemble of the Year by Musical America in 2008, the GRAMMY® award winning ensemble Chanticleer is praised […]
Join Dumbarton House for the opening of multi-media artist, Curtis Woody’s A Sketch of Slavery in the District of Columbia. His exhibit opens in conjunction with two other exhibitions, 100 DOLLARS REWARD. and The Exchange 2018/2, that explore the history of slavery in Georgetown. The evening will also include performing artists, who explore issues of […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Depicting Memories: Art Work by ESOL Students. This exhibition will showcase artist books created by ESOL students at Albert Einstein High […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present A Fresh Palette. This exhibition showcases artwork of the newest faculty members at the Yellow Barn Studio. See works in a […]
Join us for a special evening on Friday, May 4th, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. to support the Foundation's scholarship program. Highlights include music by Maine jazz legend Brad Terry, silent […]
Join us for a special evening on Friday, May 4th, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. to support the Foundation's scholarship program. Highlights include music by Maine jazz legend Brad Terry, silent auction featuring Maine artisans + L.L.Bean goodies, with online bidding; 10% off all Thos. Moser furniture and purchases and dedicated time with showroom manager Kevin […]
The Georgetown Chorale and Dumbarton United Methodist Church will partner to produce a recital, given by vocalist Richard Giarusso and pianist Andrew Welch at Dumbarton UMC, 3133 Dumbarton St. NW […]
The E Street Band’s rhythmic force
A-RTS, the Affordable Arts Festival, at Rockville Town Square is a premier event in a spectacular venue organized and managed by the Bethesda Row Arts Festival team. The Sixth Annual […]
The E Street Band’s rhythmic force
A-RTS, the Affordable Arts Festival, at Rockville Town Square is a premier event in a spectacular venue organized and managed by the Bethesda Row Arts Festival team. The Sixth Annual […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is pleased to present Design in Clay 2018 by Glen Echo Pottery. The exhibition will feature works of the program’s instructors […]
The Jackson Art Center welcomes the public for its Spring Open Studios. Stroll through 30 working art studios, and enjoy live music and refreshments. New this year: Shop a collection […]
In his six-part lecture series Positive Barbarism: Brutal Aesthetics in the Postwar Period, Hal Foster asks how artists began again after the mass deaths of World War II, the Holocaust, […]
Profs and Pints Presents: "The Cambridge Analytica Threat," with Alan Rosenblatt, professor of political science at Johns Hopkins, George Washington, and American Universities and pioneer in the use of digital […]
Motets for the Advent and Christmas season including: Johann Ludwig Bach Uns ist ein Kind geboren J.S. Bach Komm, Jesu, Komm! BWV 229 This holiday season, join the Consort for a performance of seasonal motets, including J.S. Bach’s masterful work for double choir Komm, Jesu, Komm! This concert will display the virtuosity of the Consort’s […]
Join us for a memorable night of Italian opera and cuisine to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Washington, DC. Listen to a performance of arias and love songs while you enjoy premier wines and participate in a casual, family-style, Italian meal prepared by operatic mezzo-soprano Denyce and her friends. Peggy Baroody and the […]
The 26th Annual Spring Garden Party at Tudor Place will take place Wednesday, May 23. The annual fundraiser supporting the 1816 National Historic Landmark museum, is chaired by Amy Gross […]
Discover a selection of plants and florals at our Washington DC store this weekend by Little Leaf 11 May – 12 May 1200 Wisconsin Avenue 20007 Washington DC
You are cordially invited to join Mrs. Bennett for a spirited discussion of Austen’s works and enjoy a lively period appropriate tea while learning the history of taking tea in the Regency Era. The afternoon tea is complete with tea sandwiches, scones, and assorted desserts. Arrive early to tour the historical Federal period house museum. […]
Arlington real estate investor launches gallery at Residences at Liberty Center to enhance and engage with the vibrant local art community; inaugural event features Marymount University professor and artist David […]
In his six-part lecture series Positive Barbarism: Brutal Aesthetics in the Postwar Period, Hal Foster asks how artists began again after the mass deaths of World War II, the Holocaust, […]
Join us on Tuesday, May 15th, at noon for FREE chamber music concert presented by the Friday Morning Music Club. Concerts are held in the museum’s Belle Vue Room, which can be accessed through the lower terrace off the parking lot. Groups are welcome. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis. RSVPs […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Mapping the Silk Road,” with Justin M. Jacobs, associate professor of history at American University and editor of The Silk Road, the journal of the Silkroad Foundation. You probably can thank the Silk Road when you sip tea, write on paper, or watch fireworks burst across the sky. Without it, such […]
Join us for Dumbarton at Dusk the third Thursday of every month. Tour the museum after hours and experience our grounds in a different light. Each Dumbarton at Dusk will include a cash bar, food, music, and pop-up history activities to enhance Dumbarton House’s collections.
Join Co-Hosts Barry Dixon and Will Thomas for the Fourth Annual Rebloom on the Roof cocktail fundraiser at Fathom Gallery. Help us celebrate the power of design to change lives […]
How would you feel if you could immediately become more influential and significant as a sales professional? The IES has produced hundreds of programs for sales professionals and business owners […]
Kick off summer with a festive weekend at the Gallery! Play classic board and parlor games with an artistic twist, move to the sights and sounds of DC-based dance company […]
Gioachino Rossini’s rise to the top of Europe’s opera scene was swift. He is considered one of the most famous opera composers in history and composed nearly 40 operas in 20 years including The Barber of Seville, Otello, La Cenerentola (Cinderella), and Guillaume Tell. Rossini brought the same emotional intensity to the Stabat Mater that […]
