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Coldwell Banker Dupont-Logan is proud to present its ART14 Winter 2017 exhibit, featuring the work of artist Lucinda Friendly Murphy. She works primarily on paper, wood and canvas using acrylic, ink and collage. These paintings are large, up to 9' wide. Famed abstract painter Agnes Martin suggest that art is a record of mindfulness. Lucinda […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Join us for our second Evenings @ Dumbarton Oaks, featuring pop-up concerts with Dumbarton Oaks Early-Career Musician in Residence, Celil Refik Kaya! Savor a glass or two of wine as you experience our newest museum exhibition with works by Martha Jackson Jarvis, before enjoying the strains of Kaya’s guitar in our historic Music Room. Kaya […]
Be the first to taste this "liquid gold" 2017 Vintage Olio Nuovo that will be flown straight from the hills of Umbria in a 5-course dinner. Alberto Panella will be on hand to tell us the story of the 400-year-old trees from which it is produced. $79 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459 to […]
“Twist and Shout” and relive Beatlemania with “best Beatles tribute on Earth” (Rolling Stone).
The American Craft Show returns to the Baltimore Convention Center. This is the nation’s largest juried indoor craft show showcasing the work of more than 650 of the country’s leading contemporary artists. With a variety of specialty categories and one-of-a-kind pieces in jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor, the 2018 show provides guests with the […]
The Institute for Excellence in Sales (IES) is hosting Ronan Keene to show how sales professionals can optimize their social selling approach during the Social Selling Strategies You Need to Implement Now to Reach Your 2018 Goals on February 28 at the Westwood Country Club in Vienna.
“Twist and Shout” and relive Beatlemania with “best Beatles tribute on Earth” (Rolling Stone).
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents Sarah O’Donoghue: Long Distance Calls. O’Donoghue’s work evokes and illustrates history, nature, mythology, recreation, and fantasy. From those themes, she draws autobiographical personal narratives informed by sentiment and lived moments. Artists’ Reception: Sunday, March 4, 5 – 7pm Dates: February 24 to March 24, 2018 Time: Monday through Saturday, […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents Dorothy Fall: Forest Mysteries. Trees have always mystified Fall as she sought to capture the essence of their mysterious spirits. They are the force behind her creativity. Each seems inhabited, a living creature, much like Daphne who turned herself into a tree to escape Apollo. In Fall’s travels, she […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents Influences: New Work by Glen Echo Park Faculty & Students. This exhibition showcases recent work by Glen Echo Park resident visual artists and faculty members, paired with work by selected students. With each combination, glimpse the influence of instructor mentors on the development of students’ technique. Works include painting, […]
The 7th Annual A WINNter Affair is an evening for young professionals to socialize, dance and enjoy specialty cocktails created for this event by some of the area’s best mixologists. The event raises funds for The Children's Inn at NIH, which provides free lodging and supportive services to children with rare and critical illnesses from […]
A "Gallery Workout" heightens the perception of visual art with movement and sound that leads to a greater understanding of the art itself. Visual artist Ellyn Weiss’s show "Form and Void" includes a large abstract mural (12 feet long) called "Night Comes,"prints on Japanese paper and pieces made of tar. The forms began with Ellyn’s […]
Lokasz will perform compositions of Giuliani, Ponce, Llobet, Paganini and more. Join us for a pre-concert lecture at 7:15, concert at 8 pm and "Meet the Artist" reception with wine and cheese after. "Lukasz is well on his way to becoming a major figure on the worldwide classical guitar scene." 2017 issue Classical Guitar, Steve […]
The C&O Canal Trust and the C&O Canal National Historical Park will host a lecture by historian Dr. Josh Howard about two African American Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camps that existed along the C&O Canal from 1938-1942. Located near Cabin John and Carderock, Maryland, the camps were established as a part of the New Deal […]
Individuals describe barriers experienced through career, racial, gender or ethnic prejudice. People speak of real-life experiences: a woman working in a male dominated career, an HIV positive young adult, a black woman negotiating cultural assumptions, a latino man delayed by police, disability and employment, biracial marriage, same-sex parenthood, legal immigration and the walls framed by […]
The 10th Annual DC CAPital Stars Talent Competition is an annual fundraiser event for DC CAP (College Access Program). The theme for this year’s event is “A Harlem Renaissance Revival”. The Top 10 Finalists will compete across the categories of vocal, instrumental and dance at the talent competition for a chance to win a DC […]
Consistently creating “thoroughly engaging performance brimming with spirit, precision, wit and soul” (The Washington Post), this Irish-American supergroup returns with Grammy-nominated music and stepdancing that has earned great acclaim.
Visual art, movement, audio interviews by community members focus on borders. Hear of chance happenings told through movement and spoken word. Learn about people who have inspired a redirection of action, aided others in crossing boundaries or made barriers insignificant. Find threads of bias,isolation and loneliness residing alongside the urge for belonging, Set is by […]
This social etiquette course teaches participants how to walk into any social or networking situation with confidence. Learn secrets on how to become the life of the party every time, while maximizing the opportunity to create social and business relationships. At this event, sip champagne and learn: • How to walk into a social or […]
Consistently creating “thoroughly engaging performance brimming with spirit, precision, wit and soul” (The Washington Post), this Irish-American supergroup returns with Grammy-nominated music and stepdancing that has earned great acclaim.
The DC Shorts International Film Festival is hosting the annual DC Shorts WINS!, on Friday, March 2, and Saturday, March 3, at the Miracle Theatre. DC Shorts WINS! features award-winning films from the most recent DC Short Film Festival and Screenplay Competition, held each September. Taking place on this year’s Academy Award weekend, there are […]
Chamber Music at The Barns “Marc-André Hamelin ranks among the small handful of performers in every generation whose abilities defy the imagination.” –The Toronto Star Hamelin is ranked among the elite of world pianists for his unrivaled blend of musicianship and virtuosity in the great works of the established repertoire. In his Barns debut, he […]
Venue: National Sporting Library & Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA 20117 Learn more about The Horse and the Camera: From the Judith & Jo Tartt, Jr. Photography Collection at an informal coffee reception and tour on March 3rd. Jo Tartt, Jr. will meet guests and lead a fascinating tour of the exhibition, which […]
Venue: National Sporting Library & Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA 20117 Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist and art instructor Alice Porter. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie Barnes, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, to […]
On Sunday March 4th there will be a showing of the film “Disturbing the Peace,” about former enemy combatants -- Israeli soldiers and Palestinian militants, many of whom served years in prison -- coming together to change the status quo and say "Enough!" The documentary begins at 2:30 pm at Saint John’s Norwood Episcopal Church, […]
ETHEL, a postmodern, indie-classical quartet, pays special homage to the brilliant, gorgeous, and masterful women who are making their musical mark on the 21st century. Sometimes fierce, sometimes seductive, always full of creativity, composers like Mary Ellen Childs, Anna Clyne, Missy Mazzoli, and Pulitzer Prize-winner Julia Wolfe are warriors and champions of music today. Repertoire […]
"Without solitude, without the test of time, without the passion for silence, without the excitation and retention of the whole body, without a frightened stumbling, without wandering into a region of shade and invisibility, without memory of animality, without melancholy, without isolation in melancholy, there is no joy." Our musical journey follows this lyrical prose […]
Profs and Pints presents: "Witches and Witch Hunts," with Mikki Brock, assistant professor of British history at Washington and Lee University and scholar of demonology, witchcraft, and early modern Scotland. Last summer, Donald Trump tweeted that he was the victim of “the single greatest WITCH HUNT in American political history!” Critics of the #MeToo movement […]
