Performance
Last Chance: ‘Unknown Soldier’ at Arena Stage
Arts & Society
PostClassical Ensemble’s Sophisticated Ellington
Arts & Society
On Broadway, Georgetown: What’s New and What’s Hot
Arts & Society
Onstage, Georgetown: Getting Hot for Plays, Musicals
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Review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ Is Swift at Her Most Grown Up, Mature Sound
Operatic ‘Renaissance Romances’ in McLean
March 7, 2024
•The Washington Opera Society premiered a memorable operatic evening recently at the charming Carderock Falls Manor in McLean, Virginia. Robin Phillips served as the evening’s narrator, dressed in a grand costume […]
Shen Wei’s Artistic Vision Knows No Limit in ‘Dongpo: Life in Poems,’ at the Kennedy Center
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Shen Wei, the award-winning Chinese-American choreographer, dancer, director, painter and poet, took a break from rehearsal Tuesday afternoon for his upcoming production, “Dongpo: Life in Poems,” and spoke to me […]
Onstage, Georgetown: March Into These Shows
February 21, 2024
•Onstage, Georgetown by Mark Edelman Maybe it comes in like a lion, maybe it doesn’t. Either way, it’s the perfect time to check out these plays and musical in and […]
Artswatch : Rubenstein Leaves KenCen; NGA’s Cornell Trove; Helen Hayes Nominations
February 14, 2024
•Rubenstein to Conclude Kennedy Center Chairmanship Chair of the Kennedy Center’s board of trustees since 2010, philanthropist David M. Rubenstein, co-founder of the Carlyle Group global investment firm, will step […]
Spring Performing Arts Preview
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Duke Ellington 125 Born and raised in Washington, D.C., orchestra leader and composer Edward Kennedy Ellington was nicknamed “Duke” early on for his sense of style. These events celebrate the […]
Hold Hands With Your Sweetie at These Washington Area Shows
February 8, 2024
•Onstage, Georgetown by Mark Edelman Valentine’s Day usually means flowers, candy, dinner and — if you’ve behaved yourself — a good night kiss. How about giving that special someone the […]
Valentine’s Day Food & Drink Specials
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Valentine’s Day is here. Here are five local food and drink specials perfect for making romantic memories. Book the ‘Couples in the City: Monuments by Moonlight Experience’ at the Four […]
Weekend Roundup, Feb. 8 – 11
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Happy weekend! So many options, including performances by The National Philharmonic and The National Chamber Ensemble. Celebrate Mardi Gras at The Wharf, enjoy a book talk on Phillis Wheatley at […]
A Romantic Playlist, Just in Time for Valentine’s Day
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Compiled by Kate Oczypok In honor of Valentine’s Day, The Georgetowner has created a playlist of our favorite romantic songs curated by staff members. We compiled a Spotify account for […]
Black History Month Celebrated, Explored in Holy Trinity, Citizens Association Event
February 7, 2024
•In honor of Black History Month, Holy Trinity Church at 3513 N St. NW and the Citizens Association of Georgetown presented “Black Georgetown: The Story of a Proud Community with […]