Bridge Street Books to Become Nonprofit

January 16, 2018

After its gregarious and affable owner Philip Levy died unexpectedly last October, many in Georgetown were concerned that the store they love might close.

Closing Soon: ‘Nutshell Studies’ at Renwick Gallery


Prior to the closing of “Murder Is Her Hobby” on Sunday, Jan. 28, there are two special events on the calendar, both on Fridays at noon.

Richard Thomas Is Here for ‘The Humans’

January 11, 2018

In the midst of the second leg of its national tour, Stephen Karam’s Tony Award-winning play is at the Kennedy Center’s Eisenhower Theater through Jan. 29.

‘City of Hope’ at National Museum of African American History


An exhibition that opened last month commemorates the 50th anniversary of what tragically became Martin Luther King Jr.’s final crusade, which brought Resurrection City to the National Mall.

DCArtswatch Jan. 10, 2018

January 10, 2018

Compiled by Richard Selden WEST AFRICAN DANCE MLK KanKouran West African Dance Company, led by Artistic Director Assane Konte, presents its annual celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. On Saturday, […]

Sylvia Plath at the National Portrait Gallery


As a writer, you will never run out of ways to improve. You will never simply get on top of it. It is a form of expression that allows in […]

‘A New Day’ at Golden Globes

January 8, 2018

Receiving the Cecil B. DeMille Award, Oprah Winfrey gave what was described as the speech of all speeches. “Time is up,” she said.

Women’s Voices Theater Festival Returns to D.C.


A citywide collaboration that launched the 2015-16 season, the 2018 edition comprises 13 world premieres and 10 American or regional premieres.

Pillar & Post Wins Window Contest

January 4, 2018

When voting closed at 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, the British-themed antiques and home-décor shop was declared the winner, with 558 votes on the Georgetown BID’s Facebook page.

2017: A Year of Protests (photos)

January 2, 2018

The inauguration of President Donald Trump precipitated the massive Women’s March on Washington, followed by a full year of rallies and demonstrations.