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Enchanting Elgar, the English Romantic with the National Chamber Ensemble

National Chamber Ensemble

Enchanting Elgar, the English Romantic - Sat, November 6, 2021  7:30 PM The Season opens with a tribute to the most famous British composer, Sir Edward Elgar. The concert will feature a unique string arrangement of his famous heroic Enigma Variations + the gorgeous String Serenade. Gilbert and Sullivan's lively Overture to the "Mikado" opens […]

Profs & Pints DC: The Tale of Sea Shanties (Matinee)

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “The Tale of Sea Shanties,” with Jessica M. Floyd, scholar of sea shanties during the Great Age of Sail. Get ready to climb aboard the latest pop-culture craze, the singing of sea shanties, with a newfound understanding of the rich history of songs sung by working sailors. Your captain on this […]

$2 – $12.

National Museum of Women in the Arts Fresh Talk Speakers

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NW

WHAT FRESH TALK: Witness—Capturing Moments and Movements Sunday, November 7, 4:30–6 p.m. Since March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated critical issues of social injustice—including systemic racism, climate change, exploitative labor and police brutality—leading to widespread attention and new waves of activism. However, the movements behind these issues have been growing for decades, if not […]

Capital City Symphony – Elegy

Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC, United States

We open our season - Who Are We, D.C.? - with Carlos Simon’s Elegy, A Cry from the Grave “dedicated to those who have been murdered wrongfully by an oppressive power,” followed by his piece This Land, lifting hope and unity. Howard University alum, Adolphus Hailstork’s Sonata da Chiesa follows and we close the program […]

$35

Profs & Pints DC: Prehistoric Cave Art

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Prehistoric Cave Art,” a look at the lessons and mysteries of ancient cave paintings, with Justin M. Jacobs, associate professor of history at American University and scholar of the history of archaeology. Get ready for a scholarly adventure deep in the earth with Justin M. Jacobs, who has given a host […]

$2 – $12.

The Great Leap

Round House Theatre 4545 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD, United States

SOCIO-POLITICAL FABLE The Great Leap By Lauren Yee Directed by Jennifer Chang NOV 10 – DEC 5, 2021 | Regional Premiere It’s 1989, the San Francisco University basketball team is headed to China for a “friendship” game, and plucky high school star Manfred pesters aging coach Saul enough to talk his way onto the team. […]

In Memoriam: Colin Powell

National Portrait Gallery 8th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC, United States

WHAT: In Memoriam: Colin L. Powell WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 20 - Ongoing WHERE: National Portrait Gallery, 8th & G streets NW, Washington, D.C., 20001 The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery presents […]

71st Annual Tartan Ball

Willard Hotel 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

We are pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 71st Annual Tartan Ball, for $250 per person.  This year’s event will be held at the historic Willard Hotel on the evening of Saturday, November 13th, from 7pm until 11pm. We would be grateful if you could include our event in your calendar […]

The Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s Annual Blue Hope Bash

Virtual

The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is hosting its Annual Blue Hope Bash next Saturday night, November 13. We are having an in-person event of 150 guests (small hybrid) with the event being broadcasted nationally/virtually again like last year. We are thrilled to at least have a few folks gather. Craig Melvin from Today Show is coming down […]

Ensemble 4.1 – Notes from Home (Virtual)

Dumbarton United Methodist Church 3133 Dumbarton St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Four wind soloists from top German orchestras and one extraordinary Berlin-based pianist make up this unique ensemble, whose repertory ranges from Mozart and Viennese classics to today’s Avner Dorman. The Israeli composer’s 2007 Jerusalem Mix takes its title from a popular Israeli snack that, much like the city of its origin, is a melting pot […]

$26.00

JxJ, DC’s leading presenter of Jewish film and music, announces lineup through November.

Cafritz Hall 1529 16th St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Women’s Balcony (Episodes 1-3) Sunday, November 14, 2:00 PM | Cafritz Hall Dir. Ariel Benbaji | 120 min | Narrative | Israel | 2021 | Hebrew with English subtitles The cast of the acclaimed hit Israeli comedy The Women’s Balcony is reunited for a new TV series that moves the film’s story forward. Seth Kibel and […]

Smithsonian American Art Museum November 2021 Events

Smithsonian American Art Museum F Street and 8th Street NW, Washington DC, DC, United States

Beyond the Studio Virtual Workshop: Linocut Printing with Rose Jaffe Sunday, November 14, 1 p.m. ET Learn how to prep, carve, and print spectacular custom designs during this virtual workshop with DC-based painter, printmaker, and muralist Rose Jaffe. Jaffe is an artist dedicated to harnessing the power of creativity to find connections, build community, spark conversation, and […]

Stained Glass Windows Tours

dumbarton united methodist church 3133 Dumbarton St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

“Sunday , November 14, 2021 from 2:00 to 4:00pm Dumbarton United Methodist church. Georgetown Lutheran, Epiphany Catholic Church and Mt Zion United Methodist Church will hold stained glass window open house tours to share the history and artistry of these Georgetown treasures. Come learn local history. Free, masks required.”

Free

Profs & Pints DC: The World of Norse Gods

Church Hall

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The World of Norse Gods,” with Lilla Kopár a professor of medieval literature and culture at Catholic University who teaches courses on Norse mythology. Norse gods and heroes seem to be popping up everywhere these days. Marvel movies, Netflix series, video games, and Neil Gaiman’s critically acclaimed books all feature […]

$2 – $12.

Free Landmark Lecture: The Peabody Room Collection: Three Centuries of Georgetown Art

Tudor Place

Since 1935, the Georgetown Neighborhood Library’s Peabody Room has served as a repository of books, photographs, maps, manuscripts, newspapers, artifacts, and artworks that document the 270-year history of Georgetown, the oldest neighborhood in the District of Columbia. Join the Peabody Room’s Special Collections Librarian Jerry A. McCoy on a tour of artworks depicting the community’s […]

Free

Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Gaugin: A Turbulent Creativity Afternoon lecture by David Gariff

The Kreeger Museum

Generously supported by The Marilyn Lichtman Distinguished Speakers Series Wednesday, November 17th | 12:30pm General Admission: $25 Members: $20 As part of our commitment to making sure that this program remains open and accessible to every member of our community, we are happy to offer a limited number of Pay-What-You-Can tickets. These tickets are first […]

Profs & Pints DC: The Art of Marcel Duchamp

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Art of Marcel Duchamp,” with Lisa Lipinski, assistant professor of art history at the George Washington University’s Corcoran School of the Arts and Design and teacher of a graduate art history seminar on Duchamp and his legacy. The Hirschhorn Museum on the Mall in Washington is currently exhibiting more […]

$2 – $12.

Clarice Smith Virtual Lecture with Richard Powell

Online

Discover the magnificent Scandinavian landscapes and other European-based paintings created by celebrated Harlem Renaissance painter William H. Johnson. Take a deep dive into this often overlooked and misunderstood period in Johnson’s life and work with leading scholar Richard Powell. By comparing these paintings with Johnson’s well-known artworks of African Americans, Powell introduces a new understanding […]

Free

SOLAS NUA PRESENTS U.S. PREMIERE OF PRIME CUT PRODUCTIONS

Virtual

  Streaming on demand November 18 – 21, 2021 Full details at solasnua.org Solas Nua, Washington’s premiere Irish arts organization, will present a digital theatre festival of new work from Prime Cut Productions. The festival includes four U.S. premieres and is the first North American showcase of this award-winning company. The box office is open […]

Brews and Views

Virtual Event

WHAT:Celeste Beatty, founder of the Harlem Brewing Company, hosts a monthly happy hour to highlight topics in beer making, the restaurant industry, art, politics, culture and more. In this conversation, Beatty will be joined by Kendra Woods of Sylvia’s Restaurant. They will discuss the importance of entrepreneurship, small businesses and shopping locally. Before the conversation, bartenders from Chocolate […]

The Winter’s Tale

Nolan Center for the Performing Arts 1524 35th Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Georgetown Visitation Masqueraders proudly present "The Winter's Tale" November 19th & 20th @ 7pm (ASL) November 21st @ 2:30pm Adults: $15 Senior Citizens & Children (5-17): $10 Live stream is also available November 19th & 20th $20 per viewing screen For advance tickets visit www.visi.org/showtickets or call (202) 337-3350 x2518 If available, tickets will […]

Smithsonian’s New “FUTURES” Will Blast Through the Space-Time Continuum to Open Saturday, Nov. 20

Smithsonian Arts & Industries

Smithsonian’s New “FUTURES” Will Blast Through the Space-Time Continuum to Open Saturday, Nov. 20 First Major Exploration of the Future on the National Mall to Launch With ‘FUTURES Remixed’ Festival, Featuring Bill Nye, Pattie Gonia, SHAED, HBO Max’s “Legendary,” Kal Penn and More   The historic Arts and Industries Building (AIB), America’s first National Museum, […]

Juniors: The Roaring Twenties

Tudor Place

Travel back in time to learn about the women who lived and worked at Tudor Place in the 1920s. Create a 1920s character, plan a living history party and earn the Playing the Past Badge. This program is perfect for girls and troops who want to get up and move, think imaginatively, explore local history […]

$10

Holiday Art Show & Sale

Popcorn and Stone Tower Gallery at Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States

Browse and buy fine artworks for everyone on your holiday shopping list at the annual Holiday Art Show & Sale, presented by the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and […]

Free

20th Annual Jazz4Justice in Fairfax

Center for the Arts 4400 University Drive, MS 2F5, Fairfax, VA, United States

George Mason University’s Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music presents the 20th annual Jazz4Justice concert and fundraiser on Saturday, November 20 at 8 p.m. in the Center for the Arts. The event raises funds to directly support Legal Services of Northern Virginia, which provides vital legal services for low-income Northern Virginians, and the […]

$20

Profs & Pints DC: Spies Everywhere! (Matinee)

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Spies Everywhere!” a look at Washington D.C.’s World War I spy panic, with Mark Benbow, associate professor of history at Marymount University. As America got pulled into World War I, fears arose that the Germans wouldn’t wait for us to come to them and instead would seek to threaten us […]

$2 – $12.

“The Electric Dr. Franklin” at The National Museum of American History

national Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC, Washington D.C., United States

"The Electric Dr. Franklin" Opens Nov. 22, 2021 Artifact Walls Second Floor, Center West "The Electric Dr. Franklin" showcase explores the founding father's pioneering electrical work and will feature objects showing the electrical science of Franklin’s era as well as later devices he influenced. The display will allow visitors understand Franklin’s contributions to electrical science […]

Profs & Pints DC: Indicting Robert E. Lee

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents; “Indicting Robert E. Lee,” with John Reeves, former history instructor at several colleges and author The Lost Indictment of Robert E. Lee and A Fire in the Wilderness. Many Americans—in both the North and the South—viewed Robert E. Lee favorably up until the recent period of reckoning with our nation’s […]

$2 – $12.

Profs & Pints DC: How America Ate—a History

Church Hall

Profs and Pints DC presents: “How America Ate—a History,” with Allen Pietrobon, assistant professor of history at Trinity Washington University. Prepare to regale your family members at Thanksgiving dinner with the backstories of not just the food on their plate, but just about everything in the kitchen. Before going home, head off to DC’s Church […]

$2 – $12.

DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL at the National Theatre

The National Theatre 1 Freedom Plaza, Washingtonq, DC, United States

DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 5, 2021 DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL is the record-setting Broadway holiday sensation which features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the original animated special. Max the Dog narrates as the […]

Profs & Pints DC: The Past and Future of Abortion

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “The Past and Future of Abortion,” with Sara Matthiesen, assistant professor of history and women’s, gender, and sexuality studies at George Washington University and author of the forthcoming book Reproduction Reconceived: Family Making and the Limits of Choice after Roe v. Wade. On December 1st, the Supreme Court will hear arguments […]

$2 – $12.

Profs & Pints DC: Living with Marine Mammals

Church Hall

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Living with Marine Mammals,” with Chris Parsons, veteran marine mammal researcher in the Division of Ocean Sciences of the National Science Foundation and former director of the undergraduate environmental science program at George Mason University. Profs and Pints is bringing Georgetown’s Church Hall bar a whale of a talk. We’ll […]

$2 – $12.

The Tea: Rachel Andie

Virtual Event

WHAT: The Tea: Rachel AndieIn this online series, women musicians perform original work via livestream on the museum’s social media channels on the first Friday of the month. Each session includes a short interview, conducted over a cup of tea, which explores the artist’s creative process. Watch on NMWA’s Facebook page and at nmwa.org/livestream. Rachel Andie is a Japanese […]

THE HOLIDAY SHOW

Lincoln Theatre

Tap-dancing elves and drag queens return to the Lincoln Theatre for the hugely popular The Holiday Show. The festive program includes favorites from “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” and “Super Gay Christmas” and features performances from the full chorus, soloists and GMCW ensembles; Potomac Fever, Rock Creek Singers, Seasons of Love […]

THE HOLIDAY SHOW

Lincoln Theatre

THE HOLIDAY SHOW December 4, 11, & 12 2021 Lincoln Theatre Tickets: $25-65. Tap-dancing elves and drag queens return to the Lincoln Theatre for the hugely popular The Holiday Show. The festive program includes favorites from “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” and “Super Gay Christmas” and features performances from the full […]

$25 – $65

TOOTSIE at the National Theatre

The National Theatre 1 Freedom Plaza, Washingtonq, DC, United States

TOOTSIE DECEMBER 7-12, 2021 Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it TOOTSIE! This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation […]

Alma Woodsey Thomas: Beneath the Surface at the National Museum of Women in the Arts

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NW

Wednesday, December 8, 1­–1:45 p.m.  Join a colorful conversation with Gwen Manthey, paintings conservator at Smithsonian American Art Museum, on the Smithsonian’s research into Alma Woodsey Thomas’s artistic process. Learn about the materials and techniques that the artist used to create her abstract compositions and vibrant patterns.

A Snowy Nite at the Dew Drop Inn at Anacostia Playhouse

Anacostia Playhouse

A Snowy Nite at the Dew Drop Inn at Anacostia Playhouse Opens December 8 Holiday musical tribute to the juke joint runs through January 9, 2022 What: A Snowy Nite […]

In Place

Theatre on the Run 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, Arlington, VA, United States

Jane Franklin Dance returns to in-person performances at Arlington’s Theatre on the Run with exciting new works by award-winning choreographers. This mixed-bill performance promises an exciting evening of dance by some of the DMV’s finest movement artists.

$20

Helicon: Winter Solstice Concert (live in-person)

Dumbarton United Methodist Church 3133 Dumbarton St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Dumbarton Concerts will open its doors to welcome longtime favorites Helicon and A Celtic Christmas back to the Dumbarton Concerts’ sanctuary. Helicon’s Winter Solstice concert brings together 8 of the DMV’s finest traditional musicians for an unforgettable feast of Celtic dance rhythms fused with Irish, Scottish, French-Canadian, Appalachian, and bluegrass music. Baltimore-based Charm City Junction […]

$43.00

Tiffany Poon

The Kennedy Center Terrace Theater

Hayes Piano Artist Tiffany Poon Sunday, December 12, 2pm Kennedy Center Terrace Theater The phrase “something old, something new” comes to mind when considering the career to date of 24-year-old Hong Kong–born pianist Tiffany Poon. Steeped in classical tradition as a onetime student of Emanuel Ax and Joseph Kalichstein, she is also devoted to demystifying […]

$40

A Celtic Christmas

Dumbarton United Methodist Church 3133 Dumbarton St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

The holiday season officially gets underway with A Celtic Christmas, a happy homecoming bringing together the evocative sounds of the Celtic harp, lute, pipes, bodhran, flutes, and recorders. Not to be missed is the poetry of Dylan Thomas--including the beloved poem A Child’s Christmas in Wales narrated by the inimitable Robert Aubry Davis, as the […]

$43.00

NMWA xChange: Remembering Those Lost

Virtual

WHATNMWA xChange: Remembering Those LostThis monthly talk show, a spin-off of the 2021 GLAMi award-winning series BMA x NMWA, connects viewers to NMWA and its mission to champion women artists. Join us as hosts from the museum interview special guests, including artists, educators and curators; consider topics relevant to our world; and offer insight into collaborations that […]

A Candlelight Christmas

Strathmore

TWC’s Candlelight Christmas is a beloved annual holiday tradition and among our most popular annual offerings. This year’s concert is a 75-minute show with no intermission to accommodate patron feedback on a desired shorter program with no intermission as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. The Music Center at Strathmore Thursday, December 16 (8 […]

$11 – $67.00

Holiday Cheer! with the National Chamber Ensemble

National Chamber Ensemble

Holiday Cheer! - Sat December 18, 2021  7:30 PM NCE's Holiday Cheer concert will bring the finest classical and contemporary masterpieces and holiday favorites together for the whole family. The festivities include "Sleigh Ride", "Chanukkah Festival" and "Rejoice" from Handel’s "Messiah.” Star soprano Sharon Christman and Piano Young Artist Competition winners will join the ensemble to perform. A Carols […]

A Candlelight Christmas

Kennedy Center Concert Hall

TWC’s Candlelight Christmas is a beloved annual holiday tradition and among our most popular annual offerings. This year’s concert is a 75-minute show with no intermission to accommodate patron feedback on a desired shorter program with no intermission as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Kennedy Center Concert Hall Sunday, December 19 (7 pm) […]

$39.00 – $88.00

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at the National Theatre

The National Theatre 1 Freedom Plaza, Washingtonq, DC, United States

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL DECEMBER 28, 2021 - JANUARY 2, 2022 After an incredible run on Broadway, Audience Choice Award-winner PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is now on tour! One of […]

January 2021 at Hillwood

Hillwood Museum 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

On View Roaring Twenties: The Life and Style of Marjorie Merriweather PostThrough January 9, 2022 Explore the Jazz Age through the lens of an icon. Hillwood founder Marjorie Merriweather Post […]

Nine Night

Round House Theatre 4545 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD, United States

HIT WEST END KITCHEN DRAMEDY Nine Night By Natasha Gordon Directed by Timothy Douglas JAN 5 – 30, 2022 | U.S. Premiere Family matriarch Gloria has died, and her family […]

National Portrait Gallery January & February Events

José María Mora, Napoleon Sarony and the Migrant Surround in American Portrait Photography Tuesday, Jan. 25, 5 p.m. Closed captioning provided.   Presented by Erin Pauwels, assistant professor of art […]

National Museum of Women in the Arts’ 2022 Spring Gala

National Building Museum Washington DC, United States

National Museum of Women in the Arts honorsMaria Grazia Chiuri, Judy Chicago and Mellody Hobsonat 2022 Spring Gala WHATNational Museum of Women in the Arts’ 2022 Spring GalaOn Friday, April […]

Harmony – 15 Interpretations

1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, Dc, 20007 1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Washington Printmakers Gallery Group Show

Improvicon of Northern Virginia

The Alden 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA, United States

This event is a real deal competition of multiple improv groups throughout Northern Virginia. The show will feature hosts Sarah Akers and Star Balatoon, The Pundemics, Home Improv Mints, (the) […]

$20

Living Our Faith with the Washington Interfaith Network

Virtual

Dumbarton United Methodist Church doesn’t expect worshipers to adhere to strict doctrinal precepts, but it does encourage believers to take up the challenge of Christian faith to make the world […]

Free

Profs & Pints DC: Delving into Dune

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Delving into Dune,” an exploration of religion and race in the classic science fiction novel and all that the book has inspired, with Peter Herman, […]

$2 – $12.

Virtual Happy Hour: Edmonia Lewis

Virtual

WHATVirtual Happy Hour: Edmonia LewisJoin the staff of the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) for a virtual happy hour to celebrate the work and life of Edmonia […]

Profs & Pints DC: Arabic Literature’s Drinking Buddies

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Arabic Literature’s Drinking Buddies,” with Jennifer Tobkin, Teaching Assistant Professor of Arabic at George Washington University. You might not yet know what a nadim is, […]

$2 – $12.

Profs & Pints DC: Reflecting on Narcissists

Church Hall

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Reflecting on Narcissists,” a look at the myth, reality, and treatment of clinical narcissism, with Brian A. Sharpless, licensed clinical psychologist, visiting research fellow at […]

$2 – $12.

Profs & Pints DC: Who Owns Dance Moves?

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Who Owns Dance Moves?” a look at choreography’s debate over ownership, appropriation, and racial justice, with Jill Vasbinder, who teaches about the history of dance […]

$2 – $12.

Winter and Spring at the American University Museum: Highlighting Human Rights; Collaborations with the National Museum of Women in the Arts and The Delaware Contemporary; Claudia Smigrod’s Experiments in the Darkroom; and Israeli Art from the Rothfeld Collection and Gifts of Nancy Berman and Alan Bloch

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

]Winter­–spring exhibitions will open Jan. 29th in the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center. Please refer to the museum’s website for the most up-to-date information on visiting the museum. Press visits […]

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY at the National Theatre

The National Theatre 1 Freedom Plaza, Washingtonq, DC, United States

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY JANUARY 29-30, 2022 THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY is touring North America again this year! Using state of the art video projection, photos and original […]

Living the Dream…Singing the Dream

Kennedy Center Concert Hall

Living the Dream…Singing the Dream Washington Performing Arts Gospel Choirs Michele Fowlin & Theodore Thorpe III, artistic directors The Choral Arts Society of Washington Scott Tucker, artistic director Sunday, January […]

Wampanoag Celebration

National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United States

Watch members of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), both of Massachusetts, as they share their culture and history in a virtual celebration of […]

Free

Sphinx Symphony Orchestra

Kennedy Center Concert Hall

Sphinx Symphony Orchestra Tito Muñoz, conductor Exigence Vocal Ensemble and Members of The Washington Chorus Eugene Rogers, music director J’Nai Bridges, mezzo-soprano Tuesday, February 1, 8pm Kennedy Center Concert Hall […]

February at Hillwood

Hillwood Museum 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

February Please note: Hillwood will be closed for annual cleaning through February 6, 2022. This thorough cleaning of the collections allows Hillwood to maintain the standards expected by our visitors. Thank […]

Hazel Scott 101st Birthday Celebration: Program 1

Lincoln Theatre

Free Performance: Hazel Scott 101st Birthday Celebration: Program 1 The United States Air Force Band Col Don Schofield, commander and conductor Michelle Cann, piano Karen Chilton, co-narrator and co-curator Adam […]

Free

Profs & Pints DC: Emily Dickinson’s Love Life

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Emily Dickinson’s Love Life,” a look at the renowned poet’s work and erotic life, with Marianne Noble, professor of literature at American University, teacher of […]

$2 – $12.

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

The Alden 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA, United States

Couldn’t you use a good laugh? “The Trocks” recreate the glories of the Royal Imperial ballet in the biggest pointe shoes you’ll ever see. “The all-male dance parody troupe is […]

$40

Jane Franklin Dance Presents Bits & Pieces

The Athenaeum 201 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Jane Franklin Dance and Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association at the Athenaeum Present Bits & Pieces Featuring: Jane Franklin Dance Philip Baraoidan, Carly Johnson, Kelsey Rohr, Amy Scaringe, Kevin White […]

$10 – $20

ALTON BROWN: BEYOND THE EATS at the National Theatre

The National Theatre 1 Freedom Plaza, Washingtonq, DC, United States

ALTON BROWN: BEYOND THE EATS FEBRUARY 20, 2022 Alton Brown is hitting the road with a new culinary variety show. Audiences can expect more comedy, more music, more highly unusual […]

Syncopated Ladies

Lincoln Theatre

Syncopated Ladies Sunday, February 20, 8pm Lincoln Theatre Get ready for an explosion of tap-dance innovation, celebration, and motivation as the Syncopated Ladies take the Lincoln Theatre stage! Founded by […]

Fiber Optics

The McLean Textile Gallery 6819 Elm Street, McLean, VA

Philadelphia printmaker Fay Stanford will show her fabulist banners at McLean Textile Gallery February 21-March 30. Stanford creates wry fairy tales about suburban family life--especially death, disease, and aging. Her […]

Free

Profs & Pints DC: The Mind of George Washington

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Mind of George Washington,” with Denver Brunsman, associate professor of history at George Washington University, lecturer at Mount Vernon, and co-author of Leading Change: […]

$2 – $12.

National Museum of American History February Events

COOKING UP HISTORY "Bakers Against Racism: The Power of Community Activism through Food" Guest Chef: Paola VelezFeb. 22; Virtual demonstration at 6:45 p.m. For more information, see https://americanhistory.si.edu/topics/food/pages/cooking-historyChef Paola Velez, co-founder of Bakers Against […]

Behind the Canvas with Peter Waddell

Private Zoom with Tudor Place

Join Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell in his studio virtually, for a look behind the canvas to celebrate George Washington’s Birthday and Presidents Day. Peter will focus on Presidents, their First Ladies […]

$10

Book Discussion and Signing with Harlan Ullman

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

The Fifth Horseman and the New MAD: How Massive Attacks of Disruption Became the Looming Existential Danger to a Divided Nation and the World at Large by Harlan Ullman If […]

Free

Atlas INTERSECTIONS Festival 2022

Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC, United States

Celebrate 15 years of the Atlas by enjoying 20+ art performances over 3 weekends! Come see some of our region’s best performing artists as a celebration of the arts on […]

$20 – $35

Atlas INTERSECTIONS Festival 2022

Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC, United States

Celebrate 15 years of the Atlas by enjoying 20+ art performances over 3 weekends! Come see some of our region’s best performing artists as a celebration of the arts on […]

$20 – $35

“Without A Whisper”: Film Screening and Virtual Discussion

National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United States

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the National Museum of the American Indian is presenting “Without A Whisper,” a film about the untold history of Native women’s influence on the […]

Free

Common Thread

1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, Dc, 20007 1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Members of the Washington Printmakers Gallery are proud to announce the upcoming exhibit Common Thread

Catch Me If You Can

Arena Stage

Friday, March 4 – Sunday, April 17 Arena Stage: 1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20024 Tickets: $50-$150 https://www.arenastage.org/tickets/2021-22-season/catch-me-if-you-can/ Humor, music and dance drive this rousing musical based on true […]

Hayes Piano Artist- Martin James Bartlett

Kennedy Center 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Hayes Piano Artist Martin James Bartlett Sunday, March 6, 2pm Kennedy Center Terrace Theater The BBC’s “Young Musician of the Year” in 2014 and the first-place winner of the 2019 […]

In Memory of Isaac Stern, Celebrating His 101st Birthday

Kennedy Center Concert Hall

In Memory of Isaac Stern, Celebrating His 101st Birthday Emanuel Ax, piano Leonidas Kavakos, violin Yo-Yo Ma, cello Monday, March 7, 8 pm Kennedy Center Concert Hall They’re back! The […]

BROADWAY AT THE NATIONAL ANNOUNCES 2022-2023 SEASON

SIXOpening July 5, 2022DIVORCED, BEHEADED, DIED, DIVORCED, BEHEADED, SURVIVED. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into […]

Mother Goose at Imagination Stage

Premiere of Mother Goose runs March 11 - April 10, 2022   BETHESDA, MD (February 15, 2022) Imagination Stage continues its 2021-2022 season with the World Premiere production of Mother […]

P.Nokio: A Hip-Hop Musical

Imagination Stage 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD, United States

BETHESDA, MD (January 20, 2021)  Imagination Stage™ is remounting Psalmayene 24 and Nick “the 1da” Hernandez’s hit, P.Nokio: a Hip-Hop Musical. When the show, which was commissioned by Imagination Stage, […]

AU Museum Spring Exhibit

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Exhibitions open from Jan 29 through May 22: Two Places on Earth showcases photography by Chan Chao, with an emphasis on international human rights. Chao believes “that open societies, even with all […]

BRAND NEW DAY

Lincoln Theatre

BRAND NEW DAY March 12, 2022 Lincoln Theatre On sale February 1, 2022 Inspired by lyrics from “The Human Heart” from Once on This Island, Brand New Day explores stories […]

Brand New Day

Arena Stage

Saturday, March 12th 3pm (ASL) & 8pm Lincoln Theatre 1215 U Street NW, Washington, DC 20009 Tickets: $25-$65 https://www.gmcw.org/brand-new-day/ Inspired by lyrics from the song “The Human Heart,” this is […]

MUSICALBASICS: A Transcendental Experience at the Terrace Theater

Kennedy Center 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Washington DC — Lionel Yu, the DC-based pianist behind the hit YouTube channel MusicalBasics (1,000,000+ Subscribers), makes his debut at the Kennedy Center, performing MUSICALBASICS, A Transcendental Experience at the Terrace Theater on Sunday, March 13 […]

Profs & Pints DC: America’s Revolution and the Irish

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “America's Revolution and the Irish,” with Richard Bell, a professor of history at the University of Maryland at College Park who has won awards for […]

$2 – $12.

Jane Franklin Dance Presents Get There From Here at Atlas INTERSECTIONS

Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC, United States

New works share a leitmotif of optimism for improving our footprint on the planet and in connection with one another. Experience the real, personal journeys of the people and ecosystems […]

$25