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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 […]
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 […]
The Annette M. and Theodore N. Lerner Family Theatre 2021-2022 Season includes: Corduroy Based on the “Corduroy” and “A Pocket for Corduroy” books by Don Freeman Licensed by CBS Consumer […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
"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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Light Yards Returns for its Sixth Year with Whimsical, 22 Foot Glowing Trees Light Installation from Amigo & Amigo The Yards is Decking The Halls All December Long With This Year’s Larger-Than-Life Light Display The Yards, DC’s most exciting waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and relaxing, is continuing its holiday tradition of Light Yards […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 honorsMaria Grazia Chiuri, Judy Chicago and Mellody Hobsonat 2022 Spring Gala WHATNational Museum of Women in the Arts’ 2022 Spring GalaOn Friday, April […]
Washington Printmakers Gallery Group Show
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) […]
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 […]
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, former lecturer of theology and religious studies at Marymount University and scholar of religious and social themes in science fiction. The highly acclaimed Dune film […]
WHATNMWA xChange: On the Move—NMWA’s Clara Peeters at the National Gallery of ArtThis monthly talk show, a spin-off of the 2021 GLAMi award-winning series BMA x NMWA, connects viewers to […]
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 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, […]
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 Goldsmiths, University of London, and author of Psychodynamic Therapy Techniques. Do narcissists really love themselves? Are they truly self-confident? Are celebrities more narcissistic than the […]
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 […]
]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 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 Washington Performing Arts Gospel Choirs Michele Fowlin & Theodore Thorpe III, artistic directors The Choral Arts Society of Washington Scott Tucker, artistic director Sunday, January […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Beguiling Brahms and Schumann (Valentine's Concert) - Sat, February 12, 2022 7:30PM February's Valentine's Concert will present two great Brahms Sonatas for Violin and Piano - exciting, moving, superb and deeply passionate works reflecting Brahms' wonderous lyricism and romantic flair. These works will be paired with Robert Schumann's riveting Sonata in A Minor. Schumann, another great […]
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 […]
Following opening remarks from Smithsonian organizers, the festival’s first screening presents the U.S. premiere of Caroline Monnet’s debut feature film Bootlegger alongside the world premiere of Ixim Ulew, the latest […]
The ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi proverb i ka wā ma mua, i ka wā ma hope (through the past is the future) evokes an awareness that our ancestors provide us with a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
Interested in book reviewing? Join local authors, critics, editors, and literary community members February 22-26, 2022 for Day Eight’s annual arts journalism conference, this year focused on the topic of […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 early women’s rights movement in the United States. The screening will be followed by a virtual panel discussion among Bear Clan Mother Louise Herne (Mohawk), […]
Members of the Washington Printmakers Gallery are proud to announce the upcoming exhibit Common Thread
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 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 Emanuel Ax, piano Leonidas Kavakos, violin Yo-Yo Ma, cello Monday, March 7, 8 pm Kennedy Center Concert Hall They’re back! The […]
NMAAHC Kids: Classroom ConnectionsMarch 8, 10, 22 and 24; 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. ET Classroom Connections experiences are live virtual school programs designed for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Davóne Tines, bass-baritone Lester Green, piano Tuesday, March 15, 8pm Sixth & I Davóne Tines is “ singer of immense power and fervor” (Los Angeles Times), celebrated internationally for a […]
FOLGER THEATRE Nathan the Wise March 16-April 10, 2022 Theater J In 12th century Jerusalem, Jews, Christians, and Muslims live side by side in peace—or so they hope. As tensions […]
WHATVirtual Happy Hour: Black Women PrintmakersJoin the staff of the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) for a virtual happy hour to celebrate the work of Black women […]
After successful runs in New York City, Boston, Chicago, Atlanta, and Dallas, the wildly popular The FRIENDS Experience will open in Washington D.C. on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Originally created […]
MARCH EXHIBITION OPENING "Discovery and Revelation"Opens March 18, 2022; Closes March 31, 2023Nicholas F. and Eugenia Taubman GallerySecond Floor, West WingOne of the most significant factors in the development of […]
Dear colleagues and guests welcome to the 10th World Breast Pathology and Breast Cancer Conference. On behalf of the organizing committee and UCGConferences, it gives us a great pleasure to […]
Beloved Baroque Masters - Sat, March 19, 2022 7:30 PM The Baroque period saw the creation of tonality. Enjoy the greatest music from the period that spotlighted elaborate musical ornamentation, changes […]
