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By Henrik Ibsen, in a new adaptation by Amy Herzog. Directed by János Szász. Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Adaptation and recent Broadway sensation, Amy Herzog’s work unearths the relevance of Ibsen’s tale for our time, weighing the cost of standing up to power when pressured into silence.
This Halloween celebrate the BOO season on this zany journey around O Museum's secret gardens. Come in costume and have a spooktacular time exploring our secret gardens — decorated special for Halloween. Enter at 2024 O St NW Washington, DC. Also includes: — Costume Contest — Cash Bar PLEASE NOTE: On this special night, our […]
Get ready to rock… and bleed! On October 31, Keegan unleashes LIZZIE, the ferocious punk-rock musical that rips the lid off the legend of Lizzie Borden. Fueled by rage, retribution, and a blistering all-female rock score, LIZZIE reimagines the infamous 1892 axe murder in a show that’s equal parts gothic horror, riot grrrl rebellion, and […]
Using acrylic paint on glass and gel plates, participants will create expressive prints in both black & white and color. Drawing inspiration from abstract expressionist artists, the process encourages accessing the subconscious and embracing spontaneity. The workshop emphasizes the creative journey and the joy of unexpected outcomes. Participants will have the opportunity to experiment with […]
The American University Symphony Orchestra will play a variety of well-known classics from the Romantic era. The program will begin with Hector Berlioz' Hungarian March from "The Damnation of Faust," followed by Suite no. 1 excerpted from Georges Bizet's opera "Carmen." Audiences will experience the mysterious and contemplative beauty of the two movements of Franz […]
Most artists who try to paint are pretty good at drawing but struggle with the transition between drawing and painting. Fortunately, every artist, even going back hundreds of years, has struggled with this. This class will follow the various techniques artists have developed to ease the transition from drawing to painting and make painting less […]
The future of fashion and textiles calls for both reflection and innovation. As the industry faces the challenges of overproduction, waste and cultural erosion, new opportunities are emerging to rethink how we make and use clothing. Inspired by themes from the exhibition Source Material: Lessons in Responsible Fashion, this virtual roundtable brings together a global […]
Walk to your neighborhood museum for a fun, family-friendly celebration of art, music, and architecture! This event is free and open to all with live jazz music and art-making activities. Entrance to the Museum will be free of charge and our permanent collection and special exhibition, Anonymous Was a Woman: Jae Ko | linn meyers […]
Come help us celebrate the launch of Davon Moseley's debut cookbook, LET'S GET INTO IT: 130+ Comfort Food Recipes for Novice Cooks. The charismatic and wildly popular food content creator better known as "Royale Eats," DC's own Davon Moseley will share some of his favorite comfort food recipes for fall together with stories about his […]
As we celebrate four decades of unwavering dedication to supporting victims of crime, we invite you to join us in this momentous occasion that promises to be filled with inspiration, hope, and community spirit. This is not just a gala; it’s a celebration of resilience, healing, and the transformative power of coming together to make […]
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) launches its 2025–2026 season with Parisian Dreams: Ravel and Saint-Saëns. This elegant evening transports audiences to the glamour and charm of turn-of-the-century Paris in a program celebrating French sophistication, lyricism, and innovation. The concert pays tribute to the 150th birthday of Maurice Ravel, featuring some of his most beloved and […]
From the American Revolution to Afghanistan, casualties of war arrive at the Pearly Gates, each one a ghostly witness to the 250-year history of the U.S. Marine Corps. Will these brave but troubled souls find their way into Heaven, or are they doomed to haunt the perimeter forever? A new play by Joshua Crone, featuring […]
Join us for the Albert H. Small D.C. History Symposium showcasing emerging scholars and their cutting-edge research on Washington, D.C. Held in honor of Mr. Small, who donated his vast collection of D.C. prints, maps, books and ephemera to GW in 2011, this symposium invites you to engage with the next generation of D.C. scholars […]
Food brings people together but not always how you’d expect. Behind every favorite dish, there’s tension, tradition, chaos, or comfort. Sometimes all of it at once. This show is about what happens when meals go sideways, recipes carry history, and family shows up with opinions. Come for real stories about how food stirs things up, […]
Nov.15-16, 2025 DONATED BOOK SALE Sponsored by the Georgetown Library Friends Thousands of high-quality used books for sale 100% newly donated -- no holdovers from other sales, no library culls. Material sorted by subject for easy shopping. Many books are in mint condition. Extensive collection of military history Nov. 15-16 Saturday 10 - 11 am: […]
Before it was a part of Washington, DC, Georgetown was an independent, bustling port city. At one point African Americans counted for as much as 30% of the Georgetown population. Descendants of enslaved peoples and free black folk have lived in Georgetown for generations, but their contributions to its history do not often receive recognition. […]
In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a series that furthers our mission to share music across the city. Now in its fifth year, this series supports and spotlights the wealth of musical talent in our metropolitan area.
Join us for a moving and memorable evening of music, history, and culture as one of the world’s oldest Ukrainian male choirs takes the stage. For over six decades, the Prometheus Ukrainian Male Chorus has been captivating audiences with its rich and powerful harmonies, carrying forward a tradition that reflects not only the beauty of […]
One Night. One Voice. One Cry — Revive Us Lord! Join 10x Grammy nominee Tauren Wells, dynamic worship duo Garett & Kate, pastor/ founder of AWAKE America Dr. Michael Youssef and thousands of believers from across the country as we seek a powerful move of God at DAR Constitution Hall, November 15th at 7pm. Get […]
Join us as the DCCO launches its 2025-26 season, themed "A World Mosaic", with "Musical Hues". On the program:: - Carl Nielsen Helios Overture - Dmitri Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 2, May Lim, Piano - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5 Join us afterward for a post-concert reception to celebrate the season launch. Refreshments will […]
Join Woodley House for a night at the movies! Our annual Movie Benefit raises critical funds to support Washingtonians who face mental illness and the risk of chronic homelessness. On […]
Watch short films that feature Indigenous stories and perspectives from across the Western Hemisphere. The museum’s Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film. This year’s showcase shares stories of resilience, inspiration and hope as well as stories that entertain and educate through a variety of film genres. Countries represented […]
Join us for a panel discussion featuring artists and Anonymous Was a Woman grant recipients Jae Ko, linn meyers, Joyce J. Scott, and Renée Stout, Gaby Collins-Fernandez, and Anonymous Was a Woman founder, Susan Unterberg. The panel will be moderated by Anonymous Was a Woman: Jae Ko | linn meyers | Joyce J. Scott | […]
Join us for The Hoya’s 105th Anniversary Gala November 22 at Planet Word from 9 p.m. to midnight. Meet current staff, graduates and friends of The Hoya for a night of celebrating student journalism.
A heart-rending opus by acclaimed Jerusalem-based composer Danny Paller and NYTimes Jerusalem bureau staffer/researcher Myra Noveck, NOVEMBER 4 marks the 30th anniversary of an assassination that radically altered the course of history. A timely, tense, musical collision-course between the 73 year old Prime Minister of Israel, Yitzhak Rabin, and his 25-year-old assassin, law student, Yigal Amir, […]
It's easy to forget, but individual artists and galleries are small businesses too! On Small Business Saturday this year, stop by Glen Echo Park to support its resident artists, plus invited guest artists from throughout the DMV. Stop by our Holiday Art Show & Sale to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show […]
For Day With(out) Art 2025, Visual AIDS announces Meet Us Where We’re At, a program of six videos that forefront the experiences of drug users and harm reduction practices as they intersect with the ongoing HIV crisis. Commissioned videos by artists in Puerto Rico, Brazil, Nigeria, Germany, and Vietnam journey across a range of spaces […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Life of Frankenstein,” on the birth, evolution and impact of a tale of man-made monstrosity, with Bernard Welt, an emeritus professor of arts and humanities at George Washington University who frequently lectures on Frankenstein in literature, cinema, and culture. Guillermo del Toro’s lush and lovingly produced film adaptation of […]
Wednesday, December 3 to 17, 4 to 6 P.M. Crash course in frame making just in time for the holidays! Art always makes the best presents for the holidays. The only problem is it can cost upwards of $300 for the recipient to put a nice frame around it. Instead of buying a frame, why […]
Wednesday, December 3 to 17, 4 to 6 P.M. Crash course in frame making just in time for the holidays! Art always makes the best presents for the holidays. The only problem is it can cost upwards of $300 for the recipient to put a nice frame around it. Instead of buying a frame, why […]
Continuing a beloved tradition for the winter holidays, Folger Consort celebrates with festive music from Spain and Portugal. The performance will showcase lush, multi-voiced choral compositions set to sacred texts by the 16th-century Portuguese composer Vicente Lusitano, considered to be the first published Black composer of European music. Resplendent Joy also offers lively seasonal villançicos […]
Make your holiday shopping special and support Indigenous artists. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to purchase traditional and contemporary handcrafted artworks, including beadwork, jewelry, paintings, photography, pottery, and sculpture. Visit the museum’s exhibitions, enjoy lunch at the Mitsitam Cafe, and join a curator-led tour. Kids can enjoy a make-and-take craft activity in the imagiNATIONS […]
When the lights go out during Chanukah, Max and family begin sharing songs, stories, and traditions – only to discover the lights they needed and the miracles they searched for were in their midst all along. Perfect for ages 5 and up. Join us December 14 for a Chanukah Party at 10am and then a […]
Aru Dell'Arte Dance Company is bringing The Nutcracker into the 21st century. Once upon a time - more than magic was about to happen the night before Christmas. This show presents themes of human compassion, love, and friendships while spinning a well-known holiday tale and putting out fun, cool vibes. Aru Dell'Arte is determined in […]
Aru Dell'Arte Dance Company is bringing The Nutcracker into the 21st century. Once upon a time - more than magic was about to happen the night before Christmas. This show presents themes of human compassion, love, and friendships while spinning a well-known holiday tale and putting out fun, cool vibes. Aru Dell'Arte is determined in […]
Ch/Art (Chevy Chase Art) is thrilled to announce the opening of its upcoming juried art exhibition, Finding Joy, on December 8, 2025, at the Friendship Heights Village Center in Chevy […]
Join the Omni Shoreham Hotel for its second tree lighting of the season on December 12 from 3–5 PM ET—a family-friendly celebration complete with a visit from Santa. Merry, the Shoreham’s very own holiday elf, will be on hand to greet children and parents alike, adding extra cheer to the afternoon. Guests can also enjoy […]
Join Mistress of Ceremonies, Myss Brown Sugga, comedian and singer/songwriter Richard Siegel from Alpha House, and BET comic William Troxler at The Sidebar Speakeasy @ ON ST ELMO, 4915 Saint Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
The Metropolitan School of the Arts (MSA) is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated holiday production of The Nutcracker, featuring special guest artists from one of the nation's leading companies, The Joffrey Ballet from Chicago. This beloved tradition returns to Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Va. on Sat, Dec. 13 […]
Celebrate this holiday season with the U.S. Air Force Band. This concert will feature the Concert Band and Singing Sergeants performing timeless renditions of holiday favorites with special guests and a visitor from the North Pole! This concert is FREE and open to the public. Please register at usafband.ticketleap.com.
NYT bestselling author Stefan Fatsis joins Planet Word for a delightfully word-nerdy evening as he shares his latest book, Unabridged: The Thrill of (and Threat to) the Modern Dictionary. Explore the history of Merriam-Webster, the evolution of dictionaries, and the shifting landscape of the English language at a time when we create, consume, and define […]
You are cordially invited to Cupboard's Cabaret Holiday Spectacular. Feast your eyes, mind, body, and spirit on a night of profoundly absurd tomfoolery. Located at KBird (inside The Studio on 14th St NW), 1333 P St NW, Washington, DC 20005. Dec 13th, show runs 5:30pm-6:45pm, doors at 5pm. $17 This evening of alt-comedy will have […]
In an exploration of how artists have depicted Christmas across centuries, senior lecturer David Gariff will examine the symbolism, technique, and historical context of works of art by Duccio, Fra Angelico, Botticelli, Giorgione, and Gerard David, all portraying the birth of Christ, as well as excerpts from the Bible that propelled these works. This lecture […]
Celebrate the season with a relaxing and creative origami workshop! In this 1.5-hour class, you’ll learn simple folding techniques to create beautiful paper ornaments. These festive designs can be used to decorate a tree, hang in a window, or give as thoughtful handmade gifts. All levels — Beginners are welcome! 6 Participants $38 Supplies included […]
Come to the Georgetown Neighborhood Library to enjoy the beloved 1995 film adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel as part of a celebration of her 250th birthday.
AIDS QUILT BLOCK 4395 MADE BY FRIEND & FRIENDS OF 4TH STREET, WASHINGTON, DC, 1996, COMES TO ARTIST'S LAST STUDIO HOUSE THROUGH THE AIDS MEMORIAL QUILT COMMUNITY DISPLAY PROGRAM AND THE LILY AND EARLE M. PILGRIM ART FOUNDATION. President Trump planned nothing for World AIDS Day this year, and the State Department instructed its employees […]
Returning to The Kreeger Museum for an annual favorite, the Heifetz Holiday Concert features five sensational young artists of the world-renowned Heifetz International Music Institute, an organization dedicated to the artistic growth and career development of young musicians. Join us for a glass of wine before the concert. Please note: There is parking available next […]
Elijah Jamal Balbed returns to Jazz at the Kreeger for his annual holiday concert with the quartet and guest vocalist from New York City Kieran Brown! Tickets now include admission to Museum galleries and Sculpture Garden. Ticket-holders may enter the Museum through the front entrance beginning at 1:30pm to view the galleries before the performance […]
Tour 5pm. Winners Announced 7pm Join us — in festive attire — the last Saturday before Christmas for an evening of sparkle, wonder, holiday cheer, and holiday treats as we announce the winners of the Winter Wonderland raffle. Ticket Includes: — Secret Door Tour — Five raffle tickets – you could win your favorite tree! […]
Don’t miss The Talent Machine Company’s annual Holiday Spectacular, Dec. 12 through 23! Evening and matinee performances available! This year’s show – A Merry Mix-Up – promises to be an exciting experience for kids of all ages, with all of your favorite holiday songs and dances, plus a special surprise! What could possibly get mixed […]
The beloved annual NCE tradition returns with a joyful celebration for the whole family featuring Leroy Anderson’s iconic Sleigh Ride, music from Tchaikovsky's , The Nutcracker, and works by Vivaldi, Strauss, Saint-Saëns and more. This concert features performances by rising young stars — the 2025 Nancy Peery Marriott Young Artist Piano Competition winners Sam Brose […]
Wednesday, January 7- February 25th, 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. Have you ever wondered how and why the impressionist painted the way they did? Would you like to learn to paint […]
Printmaking with Recycled Materials: Tetrapack, Styrofoam and found objects Friday, and Saturday January 9 and 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first day we will explore a wonderful material - tetrapack that is the inside of a soup or orange juice carton! The carton, flattened out, can be easily etched with a sharp […]
Stop by the museum anytime between 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. for a hands-on program inspired by the exhibition Source Material: Lessons in Responsible Fashion. Led by Chesapeake Fibershed, this mini […]
Saturday, January 10th | 3 pm ET 3040 M St. NW | Washington, DC 3rd floor Join us in person to welcome Ben Markovits who will be in conversation with […]
Step into Time, a breathtaking immersive experience by the UK-based art collective Luxmuralis, making its Washington, DC debut at Washington National Cathedral. This one-of-a-kind experience invites you to explore humanity’s […]
New Year, Who Dis? Some stories start with a plan. Others start with a breakup, a burnout, or a late-night idea that won’t shut up. This show is about the […]
The Grandsons return to the historic Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park for a night of swing dancing, presented by the Glen Echo Park Partnership. This 15-time WAMMIE award winning […]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Trio for Clarinet, Viola, and Piano in E-flat Major, K.498 (“Kegelstatt”) Johannes Brahms Trio for Horn, Violin, and Piano in E-flat Major, Op. 40 Antonín Dvořák Symphony […]
