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Two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and co-founder of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, David Crosby returns to The Barns. Joining him will be five musical friends, James Raymond on keys, Mai Agan on bass, Steve DiStanislao on drums, Jeff Pevar on guitar, and Michelle Willis on keys and vocals. Crosby is […]
Christ Child Society welcomes the community to join them at the Opportunity Shop for an Advent Wreath Making Workshop. Advent Wreath Making Workshops Thursday, November 30th 5:30-7:30 p.m. Create your own seasonal wreath with fresh greens and candles. All material provided. Wreath making specialist to instruct and guide you. Cost: Option #1 $55.00 per person […]
On Thursday, November 30th, the City Tavern Club invites the Georgetown community to a special book release and signing for Georgetown resident and longtime City Tavern member, Dr. Harlan Ullman. Dr. Ullman will present his latest book Anatomy of Failure: Why America Loses Every War It Starts followed by a question and answer session. Cocktails […]
The City Tavern Club invites the Georgetown community to a special book release and signing for Georgetown resident and longtime City Tavern member, Dr. Harlan Ullman. Dr. Ullman will present his latest book 'Anatomy of Failure: Why America Loses Every War It Starts' followed by a question and answer session. Cocktails will be available by […]
Participating in National Novel Writing Month this year? Looking for a supportive environment in which to work toward your 50,000 words? Drop by the Georgetown branch of DC Public Library, where we'll be reserving space and putting out resources for NaNoWriMo writers on Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The “folk singer/storyteller/funnyman with an autobiographical sense of humor” (NPR) returns to The Barns with his self-deprecation and songs that earned him a Grammy for Best Traditional Folk Album.
The Grammy-winning, Emmy-nominated, “Jimi Hendrix of the violin” (The New York Times) returns to The Barns as the pre-eminent exponent of the Irish fiddle.
Sunday, Dec. 3, 1:00 p.m., Light Up The Season hosts its first annual community fundraising event to benefit Children’s National Health System at the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown, 2800 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. Designer-decorated holiday trees, mantelpieces, wreaths and a menorah will be on display and available for purchase. Activities for all ages include holiday […]
Drop by the Georgetown branch of DC Public Library for an afternoon of seasonal crafting, where we will be making holiday-themed greeting cards and gift tags. All materials will be provided. Due to the projects included, this event is recommended for ages 18+. Questions? Email georgetownlibrary@dc.gov
Chamber Music at The Barns “Impeccable musicianship…roundness and warmth of sound” –J. Reilly Lewis The Washington Symphonic Brass is comprised of the finest professional musicians in the greater Washington area who have played with some of the nation’s finest orchestras, including the National Symphony Orchestra, the Baltimore Symphony, and The Philadelphia Orchestra. As a group, […]
Combining technical mastery, expressive depth and performance experience, pianist Alon Goldstein, violinist Ilya Kaler, and cellist Amit Peled have joined forces to form one of the most exciting trios on the international scene. Each virtuoso member of the Tempest Trio has a successful solo career; together, they bring vitality to the concert stage with their […]
Take a leisurely walk through Symphony of Lights and see the dazzling light displays up close with your little ones. Children in strollers, wagons and carriers are welcome. No pets, please. Symphony of Lights is a time-honored Howard County holiday tradition. Called “must see” and chosen as a Baltimore Sun “Swift Pick,” this family-oriented spectacular […]
Celebrated veteran and athlete Rob Jones will be the featured speaker at Melwood’s 2017 Ability Awards Benefit, and three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, Peggy Fox will serve as the emcee. The event will be held at the MGM National Harbor in Maryland on December 7, and will recognize leaders who have demonstrated a commitment to helping […]
City Choir of Washington will present “The Holly and the Ivy: The Music of Christmas” on Dec. 17 as it continues to celebrate Robert Shafer’s 50tth anniversary season as a choral director. The prestigious chorus will perform at 4:30 p.m. at National Presbyterian Church, 4101 Nebraska Ave. NW in Washington. This year’s concert will feature […]
Drive through Symphony of Lights’ spectacular display of more than 100 larger-than-life, animated and stationary light creations. Rain or shine, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday season. Active duty, reserve and retired military members and their dependents receive a $10 discount with valid military ID. Symphony of Lights is the largest annual fundraising […]
Drive through Symphony of Lights’ spectacular display of more than 100 larger-than-life, animated and stationary light creations. Rain or shine, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday season. Active duty, reserve and retired military members and their dependents receive a $10 discount with valid military ID. Symphony of Lights is the largest annual fundraising […]
The Institute for Excellence in Sales (IES) will partner with Dario Priolo and Tim Sullivan to discuss how to maximize cross-sell and up-sell opportunities in the new year at the Inova Center for Personalized Health in Fairfax, VA on December 8. This workshop will reveal how some companies become experts at cross-selling and upselling - […]
For casual weekend (or weeknight, we don’t judge!) wine drinkers and seasoned sommeliers alike, Drink the District Wine Festival: Holiday Edition is the premier DC Wine Festival for food, friends, and fruits of the vine - just in time for the holidays! Savor crisp whites, rich reds, and flirty roses while noshing on perfectly paired […]
Experience an international holiday tradition when tuba players gather at Village at Leesburg to play the sounds of the season! Located in Village Plaza.
Join us as we celebrate the upcoming miracle of Hanukkah with Rabbi David Greenspoon of Congregation Sha’are Shalom in Leesburg. Located near the Menorah in Village Plaza.
Celebrate the season with the St. John’s Choir’s presentation of this beloved holiday service of readings and music in the tradition of King’s College, Cambridge, England. Performed in the serene and radiant beauty of candlelight, the program will feature music arranged by Rutter and Willcocks in addition to traditional Christmas carols for all to sing.
Hamilton Hotel hosts happy hour for all ages this holiday season. Savor two special kinds of hot chocolate for free in the evening during the 12 Days of Christmas celebration. Sip on the classically decadent Creamy Hot Chocolate or indulge in a cup of Caribbean Hot Chocolate, inspired by Alexander Hamilton’s hometown of Charlestown. Offered […]
Treat yourself and your canine furry friend to a walk through the Symphony of Lights course — a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday season with other dog lovers and their dogs. Dress your dog in festive attire for our “Best Dressed Pet” contest—prizes for the top three costumes. Symphony of Lights is a time-honored […]
In a new biography of Franklin D. Roosevelt, distinguished historian Robert Dallek examines complex questions about the US president, who came to power the same year as Adolf Hitler in Germany, prepared America to fight a second world war, and died as US troops saw the first physical evidence of the Holocaust. How did Roosevelt […]
Profs and Pints presents: "The Christmas Truce of 1914," with Mark Facknitz, professor emeritus of English at James Madison University and member of the World War I Centennial Commission's historical advisory board. By the winter of 1914 it had become clear that "the Great War," underway since that July, would not end quickly or easily […]
The Watergate Hotel hosts "Dining with Decorum" Business Dining Etiquette on December 13th, part of a new series of etiquette courses, taught by Modern Etiquette Coach, Maggie Oldham. This 2-hour course covers all aspects of American and European dining etiquette and table manners. This is a great introductory and refresher course for anyone looking to […]
The Watergate Hotel hosts "Dining with Decorum" Business Dining Etiquette on December 13th, part of a new series of etiquette courses, taught by Modern Etiquette Coach, Maggie Oldham. This 2-hour course covers all aspects of American and European dining etiquette and table manners. This is a great introductory and refresher course for anyone looking to […]
Join us as Hamilton Hotel Washington DC unveils its 2017 Christmas tree. Hamilton Hotel partnered with budding local artists to decorate its holiday tree with a special ‘Alexander Hamilton’ theme. The hotel invited students from the elementary school at D.C.’s Fillmore Arts Center to create ornaments that symbolize Alexander Hamilton (what he means to them), […]
Drive through Symphony of Lights’ spectacular display of more than 100 larger-than-life, animated and stationary light creations. Rain or shine, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday season. Active duty, reserve and retired military members and their dependents receive a $10 discount with valid military ID. Symphony of Lights is the largest annual fundraising […]
The Embassy of France in the United States Cordially invites you to celebrate Champagne & French Excellence -VIP Champagne Tasting with Hors D'Oeuvres -Unique Selection of 40+ Champagne Cuvées -More than 10 Epicurean Tasting Stations -French Gourmet "Ateliers" & Champagne Pairing -Champagne Sabering Ceremony and Demonstrations -French Music & Entertainment VIP Tickets available - Include […]
Celebrate this holiday season at Anacostia Arts Center! FREE Photo with Santa, holiday shopping with Mahogany Books, Nubian Hueman, Vintage & Charmed, and The Den Hot drinks and treats from Artdrenaline Café. Music by DJ The Cosmic Edge, Art Activities by Project Create, Holiday Starkillers Strike Back Art Exhibitions in the Lounge Sponsored by ARCH […]
Join us for Nats Winterfest, returning December 16 and 17 to the Washington Convention Center. Winterfest will again feature two days of fun! Activities include: • Clinics with Nationals players and coaches • Watch a Home Run Derby featuring the Nationals mascots • Make a snow fort, participate in the steal home challenge and take […]
Celebrate the warm spirit of the season in a majestic setting. A well-loved Washington, DC holiday tradition, this concert includes Christmas favorites and a festive carol sing-along. The program will feature a newly commissioned carol by popular British composer Paul Mealor. ARTISTS Betsy Burleigh, guest conductor Lyric Brass Quintet Cathedral Choral Society Washington Latin Public […]
Celebrate the warm spirit of the season in a majestic setting. A well-loved Washington, DC holiday tradition, this concert includes Christmas favorites and a festive carol sing-along. The program will feature a newly commissioned carol by popular British composer Paul Mealor. ARTISTS Betsy Burleigh, guest conductor Lyric Brass Quintet Cathedral Choral Society Washington Latin Public […]
Celebrate the warm spirit of the season in a majestic setting. A well-loved Washington, DC holiday tradition, this concert includes Christmas favorites and a festive carol sing-along. The program will feature a newly commissioned carol by popular British composer Paul Mealor. ARTISTS Betsy Burleigh, guest conductor Lyric Brass Quintet Cathedral Choral Society Washington Latin Public […]
City Choir of Washington will present “The Holly and the Ivy: The Music of Christmas” on Dec. 17 as it continues to celebrate Robert Shafer’s 50th anniversary season as a choral director. The prestigious chorus will perform at 4:30 p.m. at National Presbyterian Church, 4101 Nebraska Ave. NW in Washington. This year’s concert will feature […]
Cheesemonster, Alice Bergen Phillips, returns to give us a class on how to make a stunning cheeseboard for the holidays while Chef Christianne Ricchi shares three of her holiday sparkling cocktail recipes. Create your board to take home with you while sipping some holiday cheer. $59 (inclusive of all materials, instruction, cocktails, tax and gratuity)
Profs and Pints presents: "Meet 'The Snow Maiden'," a discussion of Russia's beloved winter folktale with folklorist Philippa Rappoport of George Washington University. In winter Russians transfix their children with the folktale of Snegurochka--the Snow Maiden--a girl made out of snow. Revisit the joys of story time by hearing Prof. Philippa Rappoport, an expert on […]
If you love seafood, take part in our updated version of the classic Italian-American tradition leading up to Christmas known as La Vigilia. We will be featuring seven types of seafood in seven courses. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459.
If you love seafood, take part in our updated version of the classic Italian-American tradition leading up to Christmas known as La Vigilia. We will be featuring seven types of seafood in seven courses. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459.
If you love seafood, take part in our updated version of the classic Italian-American tradition leading up to Christmas known as La Vigilia. We will be featuring seven types of seafood in seven courses. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459.
Whether you have little ones or are looking to get a jump start on celebrating New Year’s Eve, join us to see Howard County dazzle, with a fireworks display set to music at 7 p.m. Celebrate with your family and friends while walking through the path of outdoor light displays and enjoying music, children’s activities, […]
Dine by candlelight under suspended balloons and festive streamers as you reminisce about 2017! Italians have a long-standing tradition of dining on lentils (a symbol of wealth) and pork (a symbol of life's fullness) the night before a new year. Our menu has both in abundance! Complimentary champagne toast at midnight and party favors. A […]
New Years Day, join Mayor Muriel Bowser and hundreds of DC residents for the FitDC Fresh Start 5K in Historic Anacostia Park! As part of our One Billion Steps Challenge, we are inviting people of all ages to join us for this fun fitness activity. Whether you want to run, walk or just cheer folks […]
Join Arena Stage at its first ever Camp Open House Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm The open house will feature sample workshops and classes taught by Camp staff, and will give prospective campers and parents an opportunity to experience a taste of Camp Arena Stage. This event is FREE and […]
Five regional artists are featured in Wearables, an exhibition of wearable art at Glen Echo Park’s Popcorn Gallery. Norma Fredrickson, Clara Graves, Gretchen Klimoski, Mary Mallia, and Shamaka Thompson all have a natural, yet global aesthetic in their wearable fashions. Dyed, sewn and beaded accessories and garments will be on display and for sale throughout […]
Cathy Abramson's oil paintings investigate the stories of the city in “Cityscapes.” These representational paintings examine the emotional subtext of change and the connections or estrangement of people in transitional neighborhoods. She sees moments of poetry in the ordinary. Capturing those moments highlights the joys and frustrations of the urban rhythm and the vitality of […]
Bundle up and join the FREE fun! See 8 world renowned ice carvers in action as they compete for prizes in this mega block competition. Stroll the boulevard and enjoy music, an iceless ice skating rink, plus warming stations and photo ops with the Washington Capitals Red Rockers and Slapshot. Take a picture by the […]
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 Big Meow is a story of hope, disappointment, courage and the need for belonging. These simple themes are part of every neighborhood, but in this […]
Welcome to a mix of generations as Jane Franklin Dance combines with Forty+, performers past the age of 40, and young dancers. New works tap into what it means to be of 'your generation.' Have you heard of shorthand, the practical precursor of voice to text? Whether cassette tape, VHS, or other technology pushed away […]
Join The Watergate Hotel on Sunday, January 14th for a “Manners and Mimosas” Social and Upscale Dining Etiquette Course, part of a new series of etiquette courses taught by Modern Etiquette Coach, Maggie Oldham. This 2-hour private dining course, which includes a pre-fixe plated brunch with champagne and mimosas, covers all aspects of American and […]
Bring the whole family to enjoy a special family concert! The colorful program will engage listeners both young, and young at heart. After the concert, you may opt to stay, for the instrument petting zoo and pizza lunch. If you are looking for something to do on a cold holiday, this is it! Program: ALEJANDRO […]
Welcome to a mix of generations as Jane Franklin Dance combines with Forty+, performers past the age of 40, and young dancers. New works tap into what it means to be of 'your generation.' Have you heard of shorthand, the practical precursor of voice to text? Whether cassette tape, VHS, or other technology pushed away […]
Sales expert and Vistage Speaker Hall of Famer John Asher wowed the crowd at the IES 7th Annual Award event with a 20-minute taste of how sellers need to focus on the customer’s “old brain.” Check out his brief keynote here. The keynote was so impactful that we’re bringing John back to help you put […]
Here is an improvised musical performed by veteran Chicago improvisers Tara DeFrancisco and Rance Rizzutto. They get one audience suggestion and use it to create a theme and opening number. They then design characters and storylines inspired by that theme, and effortlessly weave the strings together to discover one piece. HERE, was recently called “nothing […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Good People, Good Places by Mary Belcher, a Washington, DC artist. The exhibition showcases Belcher’s watercolor paintings. Her journalistic background and interest in Washington, DC history and sites inform her subject matter and her detail-oriented style. She is inspired by people coming to the region to […]
Jane Franklin Dance presents Complete Dogness, a new family friendly performance about a delightful little doggy (brought home in box) who bursts on the scene. Watch out. She takes things. She can eat a delicious wool sweater or steal a whole block of cheese in no time. But there is hope as the whole family […]
The Baby Boomer Comedy Show is 90 minutes of hilarious clean stand-up comedy focusing on work, family, do-it-yourself projects, and many other topics that these audiences can relate to! Kent Rader and Jan McInnis are both baby boomers who have spent the past 20 years performing for thousands of business groups, non-profit organizations and other […]
Welcome to a mix of generations as Jane Franklin Dance combines with Forty+, performers past the age of 40, and young dancers. New works tap into what it means to be of 'your generation.' Have you heard of shorthand, the practical precursor of voice to text? Whether cassette tape, VHS, or other technology pushed away […]
A contemporary and collaborator of Suzanne Vega, Shawn Colvin, and Richard Shindell, among others, "Lucy Kaplansky is a truly gifted performer with a bag full of enchanting songs" (The New Yorker).
Aisle Savvy is a one of a kind wedding experience that showcases the best of the best area resources to help create a stylish and personal wedding. This unique event includes a distinctive collection of bridal resources such as apparel, transportation, jewelry, planning & support, florals, décor, technology, invitations & stationery, catering, cakes & confections […]
Chamber Music at The Barns “This was music-making at its best: joyful abandonment without a trace of inhibition…” –Cue Magazine Clarinetist David Krakauer has been widely praised as a major voice in chamber music. Pianist Kathleen Tagg has been praised for her outstanding technique and deep musicality. Together they delve into the canon of works […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Meet the Real Indiana Jones," with Justin M. Jacobs, associate professor of history at American University and author of Indiana Jones in History: From Pompeii to the Moon. Grab your hat and start the plane. It's time for a scholarly adventure around the world with Justin Jacobs, an expert on the […]
The Lisner-Louise-Dickson-Hurt Home of Washington, DC will be exhibiting the artwork of the residents of the Home at the Arts Club of Washington for the month of February 2018. An opening reception will be held February 2, 6:30-8:30 pm. the Resident Art Program began in 2007 and is dedicated to enhancing the lives of resident […]
“A memorial unresponsive to the future would violate the memory of the past,” wrote Museum Founding Chairman Elie Wiesel. Since its creation 25 years ago, the Museum has sought to be a voice for the victims of genocide today that the Jews of Europe did not have in the 1930s and ’40s. Join us to […]
A charming veteran of stage and screen productions including Grease Live!, Les Miserables, Gossip Girl, and Graceland returns to The Barns for two evenings filled with Broadway favorites and pop tunes.
Jane Franklin Dance presents Complete Dogness, a new family friendly performance about a delightful little doggy (brought home in box) who bursts on the scene. Watch out. She takes things. She can eat a delicious wool sweater or steal a whole block of cheese in no time. But there is hope as the whole family […]
Welcome to a mix of generations as Jane Franklin Dance combines with Forty+, performers past the age of 40, and young dancers. New works tap into what it means to be of 'your generation.' Have you heard of shorthand, the practical precursor of voice to text? Whether cassette tape, VHS, or other technology pushed away […]
A charming veteran of stage and screen productions including Grease Live!, Les Miserables, Gossip Girl, and Graceland returns to The Barns for two evenings filled with Broadway favorites and pop tunes.
Join Tim Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics International, for an intimate exchange over dinner to discuss the power of including people with intellectual disabilities and other marginalized populations fully into society and the impact that has to create a better world. $79 (exclusive tax and tip).
WHAT: Old Town Alexandria will kick off the Garden Club of Virginia’s 85th Historic Garden Week public tour of stunning historic homes and gardens which is expected to draw an estimated 1,500 garden enthusiasts and tourists. The tour is part of the Garden Club of Virginia’s statewide tour of Virginia’s finest historic homes and gardens […]
Four global guitar masters come together to create two exhilarating evenings of entertainment. Germany’s gypsy jazz legend Lulo Reinhardt returns along with Canadian contemporary sensation Calum Graham, Poland's innovative classical composer/performer Marek Pasieczny, and award-winning American guitarist Michael Chapdelaine.
Held in conjunction with Outliers and American Vanguard Art, illustrated lectures will explore subjects including religion, gender, and cross-disciplinary art practices. Speakers include Julie Ault, Gregg Bordowitz, Rita Gonzalez, Jessica Horton, Katherine Jentleson, Marci Kwon, Angela Miller, Anne Monahan, Michael Moon, Bibiana Obler, Emma Silverman, Leslie Umberger, Anne M. Wagner, Hamza Walker, Tobias Wofford, and […]
Four global guitar masters come together to create two exhilarating evenings of entertainment. Germany’s gypsy jazz legend Lulo Reinhardt returns along with Canadian contemporary sensation Calum Graham, Poland's innovative classical composer/performer Marek Pasieczny, and award-winning American guitarist Michael Chapdelaine.
Chamber Music at The Barns Pianist Steven Blier returns with pianist & colleague Michael Barrett and a quartet of singers to celebrate the legacy of Leonard Bernstein in a program built around Arias and Barcarolles. PROGRAM To include selections from Leonard Bernstein’s Arias and Barcarolles as part of the Bernstein Centennial Celebration
For over 50 years, South Africa’s four-time Grammy Award-winning group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has warmed the hearts of audiences worldwide with their uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves, and charming onstage banter. In their fall 2017 release Songs Of Peace & Love For Kids & Parents, the group shares their uplifting message with audiences of […]
For over 50 years, South Africa’s four-time Grammy Award-winning group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has warmed the hearts of audiences worldwide with their uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves, and charming onstage banter. In their fall 2017 release Songs Of Peace & Love For Kids & Parents, the group shares their uplifting message with audiences of […]
The Migration Project explores human flight through stories of relocation. Hear from fifteen community members as they tell fragments of family history dating back from multiple generations, or a story of a recent relocation. Whether it is a story about a ‘first car,’ about a job during Prohibition, or a tale told by a Green […]
Make it an unforgettable Valentine’s Day. After a romantic day or evening of wining and dining enjoy a FREE horse-drawn carriage ride down the illuminated Village Market Boulevard. Friday, February 9 | 5-9pm Saturday, February 10 | 5-9pm Wednesday, February 14 | 5-9pm No reservations required.
The St. Luke Serbian Orthodox Church announces their annual fundraiser benefiting The St. Luke Serbian Orthodox Church. Guests will enjoy a doxology by His Grace Bishop Irinej, Serbian Orthodox Diocese of Eastern America, followed by a cocktail reception, sit-down dinner and program. Dress is semi formal attire (black tie optional). Guests of Honor include His Grace Bishop Irinej, HRH Crown […]
For over 40 years, the ever-reliable Marcia Ball has put her own spin on the blues. “Ball is the real deal: equal parts New Orleans, boogie woogie, swamp music, and Texas soul all wrapped up into one package” (PopMatters).
Make it an unforgettable Valentine’s Day. After a romantic day or evening of wining and dining enjoy a FREE horse-drawn carriage ride down the illuminated Village Market Boulevard. Friday, February 9 | 5-9pm Saturday, February 10 | 5-9pm Wednesday, February 14 | 5-9pm No reservations required.
Experience the beloved classic, Orff’s Carmina Burana, with a modern twist–this version is arranged for two pianos and 5 percussionists! The program also includes a rarely-heard masterwork, selections from American Song Books by George Crumb, for voice, 4 percussionists, and a prepared piano. Program GEORGE CRUMB Selections from American Song Books for voice, prepared piano, […]
Performing in a traditional Hawaiian style, the Masters of Hawaiian Music bring “folklore and cultural memory into a performance that… as breezy entertainment” (The New York Times).
Enjoy a world tour exploring themes of nationalism, led by Maestro José-Luis Novo. A delicate collection of French dances originally written for two pianos, the ASO presents Debussy’s Petite Suite. Dropping by Italy for a little opera, Maestro Novo will conduct the Overture to Verdi’s epic Nabucco. Commissioned by Polish radio and complete with a […]
Join the Watergate Hotel on Sunday, Feb. 11, for a “Wedding Etiquette for the Modern Bride” class, part of a new series of etiquette courses taught by Modern Etiquette Coach, Maggie Oldham. This wedding etiquette course is perfect for engaged couples, family members of the bride- and groom-to-be, and wedding planners! Learn about the importance […]
Experience the beloved classic, Orff’s Carmina Burana, with a modern twist–this version is arranged for two pianos and 5 percussionists! The program also includes a rarely-heard masterwork, selections from American Song Books by George Crumb, for voice, 4 percussionists, and a prepared piano. Program GEORGE CRUMB Selections from American Song Books for voice, prepared piano, […]
Enjoy a world tour exploring themes of nationalism, led by Maestro José-Luis Novo. A delicate collection of French dances originally written for two pianos, the ASO presents Debussy’s Petite Suite. Dropping by Italy for a little opera, Maestro Novo will conduct the Overture to Verdi’s epic Nabucco. Commissioned by Polish radio and complete with a […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Mardi Gras 101," with Kim Stryker, independent folklorist, adjunct instructor at George Mason University, and reunion organizer for the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. You don't have to enroll at Tulane to learn how to party like a ragin' cajun. Let Kim Stryker, an independent folklorist and ethnographic researcher […]
The Choral Arts Chorus and the Washington Performing Arts Gospel Choirs come together in a concert showcasing the powerful music that has given voice to the voiceless for generations in this 30th annual choral tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The collaboration of styles, music, ages, and cultures provides a moving performance. During this […]
Performing in a traditional Hawaiian style, the Masters of Hawaiian Music bring “folklore and cultural memory into a performance that… as breezy entertainment” (The New York Times).
Make it an unforgettable Valentine’s Day. After a romantic day or evening of wining and dining enjoy a FREE horse-drawn carriage ride down the illuminated Village Market Boulevard. Friday, February 9 | 5-9pm Saturday, February 10 | 5-9pm Wednesday, February 14 | 5-9pm No reservations required.
Looking for that perfect, romantic atmosphere to make this year's Valentine's Day special? Create a unique experience by choosing from an elegant four-course, price-fixed menu (with complimentary sparkling) or order a la carte. Free valet parking. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459 to make reservations.
Profs and Pints presents: "The Love Lecture," with Laura Papish, assistant professor of philosophy at George Washington University and teacher of a seminar on the philosophy of love, sex, and friendship. Who wrote the book of love? Why does love have to be so sad? Is it a thin line between love and hate? On […]
Americans traveled around the globe to offer relief, and to rescue those targeted by Nazi Germany and its allies. Who were these intrepid souls who, unlike so many of their fellow citizens, took action? What did they accomplish and how did they manage to make a difference? Exploring the experiences of the Americans who went […]
Seamus Egan, a founding member of Irish-American supergroup Solas, hits the road for the first time with The Seamus Egan Project. Bringing along friends and musical guests, Egan will introduce fans to his immense and influential catalog of music, as well as new music he’s never recorded or performed live.
Join Studio Xfinity in a celebration of the Year of the Dog! Free and open to the public, the festivities include: Dragon Dancers, Chinese Calligraphy, Fortune Cookie Bar, and More! Please RSVP Here: https://lunarnewyearatstudioxfinity.splashthat.com/
The National Men’s Chorus, conducted by Artistic Director Thomas Beveridge, will perform opera choruses and musical theatre favorites, at the Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater. All of the opera music to be performed was written for male chorus: will perform the “Chorus of Brigands” from Verdi’s Ernani; the “Chorus of Priests” from Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte; the […]
American Rhapsody: The Gershwin Songbook is an evening of iconic American music by one of the most indelible composers of the twentieth century, George Gershwin. This special evening features The Gershwin Big Band, led by “the next Harry Connick, Jr” (The New York Post), Michael Andrew.
Profs and Pints presents: "The Radicalization of George Washington," with Denver Brunsman, associate professor of history at George Washington University and lecturer at Mount Vernon. As we celebrate Presidents' Day, it's easy to forget that our nation's first president, George Washington, once lived comfortably as a proud British subject. What led him to become the […]
