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The Apollo Orchestra will perform with Metropolitan Opera luminaries Elizabeth Bishop, mezzo soprano, and Barry Banks, tenor on November 3 at 7:30pm. Admission is free. The program will open with […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
This nifty outdoor performance by Jane Franklin Dance offers light hearted fun, plenty of inventive movement, and bridges over into several generations with performers spanning a 50 year age difference. […]
ASO’s 75th Anniversary Celebration Concert Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 4pm Virginia Theological Seminary Campus 3737 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304 James Ross, conductor Copland: Outdoor Overture Rodgers & Hammerstein: […]
Reminisce with an inter-generational cast and revisit technology pushed away over time. Story fragments tell of attachments to cassette tape, VHS, paper dolls, IBM 3033, Shorthand notation and other blips […]
Reminisce with an inter-generational cast and revisit technology pushed away over time. Story fragments tell of attachments to cassette tape, VHS, paper dolls, IBM 3033, Shorthand notation and other blips […]
A leftover interaction haunts you. Oddly, you recall the incident, though it was a mere blip, tiny gasp. The beauty of the moment has a life of its own like a disaster waiting to happen should a tree fall over! Physical and fun, Beauty and the Beat is about presumptions that go way off course. […]
A leftover interaction haunts you. Oddly, you recall the incident, though it was a mere blip, tiny gasp. The beauty of the moment has a life of its own like a disaster waiting to happen should a tree fall over! Physical and fun, Beauty and the Beat is about presumptions that go way off course. […]
Known for transcendent harmonies, serious musicianship, and raucous live performances, this Americana trio makes “earnest and magnetic folk-pop…built to shake the rafters” (NPR).
Known for transcendent harmonies, serious musicianship, and raucous live performances, this Americana trio makes “earnest and magnetic folk-pop…built to shake the rafters” (NPR).
In advance of Veterans Day, composer, singer and drummer Ralph Zotigh (Kiowa) will sing an honor song he composed for Native American women veterans. He will be joined by his son, Dennis Zotigh (Kiowa/San Juan Pueblo/Santee Dakota Indian). This song was sung publicly for the first time in Tuba City, Arizona, at the second anniversary […]
In advance of Veterans Day, composer, singer and drummer Ralph Zotigh (Kiowa) will sing an honor song he composed for Native American women veterans. He will be joined by his son, Dennis Zotigh (Kiowa/San Juan Pueblo/Santee Dakota Indian). This song was sung publicly for the first time in Tuba City, Arizona, at the second anniversary […]
Earning a Tony Award for originating the role of iconic singer Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys on Broadway, John Lloyd Young is a master of singing the classics with a “disciplined one-in-a-million high tenor shading into falsetto that he can direct through the stratosphere" (The New York Times).
Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.
A family friendly performance about a dog with bad habits who learns new tricks. “The four women perform an energetic, muscular, almost gymnastic dance style, routinely lifting or supporting the spinning bodies of their cast mates. They seemingly have no fear as they dive for the floor and slide across it, or leap over one […]
The "EyeSoar" project highlights the landscapes near 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, the rooftop and outdoors across Nelson Street, the footbridge and Jennie Dean Park, and engages people who occupy the neighborhood. This area is a heavy utilized, an under recognized public site drawing bike path and recreation users, footbridge traffic and individuals to […]
Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.
After making her Wolf Trap debut opening for The Avett Brothers this summer, Nicole Atkins returns for a more intimate performance at The Barns. “When Nicole Atkins sings, she sounds like Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline and Janis Joplin all rolled into one voice.” (NPR)
As lead singer and guitarist for Canadian folk rock group Great Big Sea, Alan Doyle created a specific sound that borrowed from Celtic traditions, rock, and traditional sea shanties that established a massive following. With Great Big Sea now officially retired, the iconic Newfoundland singer-songwriter has continued this tradition on his own.
The Georgetown Visitation Masqueraders proudly present "The Ghost of Rhodes Manor". Friday & Saturday, November 16th & 17th @ 7:30pm Sunday, November 18th @ 2pm The Nolan Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Goergetown Visitation (1524 35th Street, NW) Helen Underwood, a writer of mystery, and her friends rent Rhodes Manor for […]
Blurring the lines between country, pop, and rock with shades of Aretha Franklin, Grace Potter, and Janis Joplin, musical star on the rise Maggie Rose blows audiences away with super-sized vocals and award-winning songwriting.
Saturday, Nov. 17, and Sunday, Nov. 18; 10 a.m.–5 p.m. National Museum of the American Indian, Potomac Atrium, Washington, D.C. The Hopi Tribe is a sovereign nation located in northeastern Arizona. Their nation encompasses more than 1.5-million acres, and is made up of 12 villages on three mesas. Over the centuries, Hopi endures as a […]
The Hopi Tribe is a sovereign nation located in northeastern Arizona. Their nation encompasses more than 1.5-million acres, and is made up of 12 villages on three mesas. Over the centuries, Hopi endures as a nation, retaining its culture, language and religion despite influences from the outside world. During this all-day, two-day festival, the Hopi […]
“One of modern bluegrass music’s most accomplished and influential acts” (Rolling Stone) returns to The Barns to celebrate their 40th Anniversary Tour.
This celebration of Native American Heritage Day features hands-on activities, “make-and-takes,” and music and interactive dance presentations.
DC’s finest musicians come together for one evening honoring two of rock’s most legendary immortals with renditions of their smash hits, career bests, and much more.
Wolf Trap favorite and “Washington legend” (The Washington Post) John Eaton returns to The Barns for an afternoon filled with piano renditions of the best of George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, […]
A profound songwriter, Chris Smither draws deeply from the blues, American folk music, modern poets, and philosophers. Reviewers continue to praise his dazzling guitar work and gravelly voice. “His songbook […]
“Imagine a New Orleans street band playing Indian Bollywood tunes with a go-go beat — you can’t? Then just listen, because your day is about to get better. It’s a […]
Recalling the roaring hearths and roars of laughter that make up Christmas in Irish families, virtuoso fiddler Eileen Ivers interweaves age-old Wren Day songs, beloved American carols, and even a […]
Recalling the roaring hearths and roars of laughter that make up Christmas in Irish families, virtuoso fiddler Eileen Ivers interweaves age-old Wren Day songs, beloved American carols, and even a […]
Three commanding players guide the audience through three chamber masterworks: violinist Arnaud Sussmann, violist Paul Neubauer, and cellist David Finckel bring their expertise to string trios by Beethoven, Dohnányi, and […]
John Oates is one half of the best-selling duo of all time, Hall & Oates, as well as an accomplished solo artist. An inductee into the American Songwriters Hall of […]
Enjoy a rich and innovative program from IDEA (Indian Dance Educators Association) showcasing a variety of dazzling Indian dance.
Reimagining roots and Americana music by mixing in street jazz, early blues, and country swing, the DC-based Bumper Jacksons bring audiences into the center of a party where the dancing […]
Four global guitar masters come together to create two exhilarating evenings of entertainment. Luca Stricagnoli, Italy's explosive contemporary showman, returns by popular demand, joined by two of France's acclaimed young […]
Four global guitar masters come together to create two exhilarating evenings of entertainment. Luca Stricagnoli, Italy's explosive contemporary showman, returns by popular demand, joined by two of France's acclaimed young […]
The St. Lawrence String Quartet returns to the Barns after more than a decade to explore the rich relationship between Haydn and Mozart.
Honoring the 50th anniversary of The Band—the seminal roots-rock group that famously toured with Bob Dylan—two of America’s defining roots groups join in a celebratory outpouring of song. Eclectic LA […]
Honoring the 50th anniversary of The Band—the seminal roots-rock group that famously toured with Bob Dylan—two of America’s defining roots groups join in a celebratory outpouring of song. Eclectic LA […]
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian holds its annual Chocolate Festival in February. From the blossoms of the cacao tree which grows in Mesoamerica, the Maya culture developed chocolate. This program will introduce visitors to indigenous symbols and images representing cacao throughout pre-Columbian history and invite participants to make an art-inspired piece. Participants […]
Wolf Trap Opera and Washington Concert Opera collaborate on Frank Martin’s rare modern retelling of the Tristan and Isolde love story.
Wolf Trap Opera and Washington Concert Opera collaborate on Frank Martin’s rare modern retelling of the Tristan and Isolde love story.
Beatlemania is back at The Barns with the “best Beatles tribute on Earth” (Rolling Stone).
Beatlemania is back at The Barns with the “best Beatles tribute on Earth” (Rolling Stone).
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).
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).
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.
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.
An all-star group of musicians presents an evening of Schubert including his E-flat piano trio, several beautiful Lieder, and the beloved Trout Quintet.
The Washington Post commented after their 2015 Barns debut: “Absolutely top-notch music-making, as fine as one could ever expect to hear…” Martin Beaver, Clive Greensmith, and Jon Kimura Parker return […]
Habib Koité , “Mali’s biggest pop star” (Rolling Stone), is joined by “the Hendrix of his instrument” (Uncut Magazine), Ngoni player Bassekou Kouyate for two collaborative performances bringing innovation and […]
Habib Koité , “Mali’s biggest pop star” (Rolling Stone), is joined by “the Hendrix of his instrument” (Uncut Magazine), Ngoni player Bassekou Kouyate for two collaborative performances bringing innovation and […]
Seamus Egan, a founding member of Solas, returns to The Barns with The Seamus Egan Project. Bringing along friends and musical guests, Egan will introduce fans to his immense and […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Métis artist Jaime Black conceptualized the outdoor art installation “The REDress Project.” The artist will engage with the red dresses displayed along the Riverwalk located in the museum’s Native landscape […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
The Sitkovetsky Trio and violinist Sean Lee make their Barns debut in a program that traces the journey of chamber music and classical composition from the salon to Hollywood. Featuring […]
Legendary singer-songwriter and founding member of Crosby, Stills & Nash and The Hollies, Graham Nash is a two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriter Hall of Fame inductee, […]
Legendary singer-songwriter and founding member of Crosby, Stills & Nash and The Hollies, Graham Nash is a two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriter Hall of Fame inductee, […]
Legendary singer-songwriter and founding member of Crosby, Stills & Nash and The Hollies, Graham Nash is a two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriter Hall of Fame inductee, […]
Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award-winner and folk icon, Tom Paxton, teams up with the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter duo The DonJuans: Don Henry and Jon Vezner. Within days of writing and playing together, […]
For more than half a century, The Swingles have pushed the boundaries of vocal music with a rotating lineup. The seven young singers that make up today’s London-based group are […]
An homage to impresario Ignaz Schuppanzigh, who gave birth to the modern chamber music recital in the early 1800s. The Calidore String Quartet and pianist Juho Pohjonen pay tribute in […]
Cole Porter, Pat Benatar, and Black Sabbath—powerhouse singer-songwriter Storm Large can sing them all and more! Whether performing with Pink Martini, at a cabaret, or with a rock band, this […]
A master instrumentalist, powerful singer-songwriter, storyteller, activist, and author, John McCutcheon is folk music’s Renaissance man. “His storytelling has the richness of fine literature” (The Washington Post).
Wu Han, Gloria Chien (“…fiercely lavish”) and Gilles Vonsattel (“ ...utter ease, fluidity, and calm...”) exploit every color the piano has to offer in this wide-ranging evening of piano music […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
King Kamehameha—respected Native Hawaiian warrior, leader and diplomat—united the Hawaiian Islands into a royal kingdom in 1810. Learn about the King’s legacy by exploring the lua, traditional training for warriors, […]
The National Museum of the American Indian celebrates the first Saturday of summer—“Solstice Saturday”— beginning with an afternoon of Andean music, dance and family friendly activities celebrating the Great Inka Road. At 7 p.m., the celebration becomes the Solstice Illuminated Dance Party, taking place on the museum’s Welcome Plaza. There will be a DJ, refreshments, […]
Indian City is a Native music group based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Their style harmoniously draws from pop, acoustic and rock, bringing it all together in an entertaining live show. Their […]
In celebration of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, the National Museum of the American Indian will host a special concert featuring Chilean tenor Miguel Ángel Pellao (Pehuenche). […]
WHAT: Krystal Collins/new growth collective at the Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens WHEN: Tuesday, July 20th; Wednesday, July 21st; Friday, July 23rd; and Saturday, July 24th WHERE: The Hillwood Estate, Museum, and Gardens; 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008; Parking Directions TICKETS: Available at midnight on June 28th here This summer, Krystal […]
RAGS-TO-RICHES ROM-COM Nollywood Dreams By Jocelyn Bioh Directed by Raymond O. Caldwell JUN 8 – JUL 3, 2022 | Regional Premiere It’s the ‘90s in Lagos, Nigeria, and Ayamma has […]
Visit the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian and enjoy the three-day festival featuring storytelling, traditional flute music, traditional games, demonstrations, music, dance performances, and hands-on activities in the […]
Recreation » Performing Arts » Theater Impossible to Translate but I’ll Try: True-Life Israeli Stories Storytelling Workshop and Performance Saturday, April 1, 2023 Born & raised in Israel, Noa Baum was an actress at […]
Corridor Four challenges the image of the American hero in a heartfelt portrait of 9/11 first responder Isaac Ho‘opi‘i (Native Hawaiian) as he works to put the traumatic experience behind […]
Get ready for a night of enchantment and adventure at Lisner Auditorium in Washington, DC! The holidays in the DMV aren't complete without Christmas Revels, one of DC's most beloved holiday traditions. Featuring a diverse and multigenerational cast, from ages 8-92, join the legendary ladies and gallant knights of King Arthur's court to welcome a […]
