With its rousing melody and powerful lyrics, there's no question that the song "Amazing Grace" is an uplifting, spiritual classic. And it comes as no surprise that the road towards its creation would ... [more+]

With its rousing melody and powerful lyrics, there's no question that the song "Amazing Grace" is an uplifting, spiritual classic. And it comes as no surprise that the road towards its creation would be paved with romance, rebellion and redemption. Now, you can discover the inspiring true story behind one of the world's most beloved songs with the all-new musical, "Amazing Grace". Follow John Newton, a willful and musically talented Englishman who finds himself torn between following in the footsteps of his slave trader father or embracing the more compassionate views of his childhood sweetheart. Accompanied by his slave Thomas, John embarks on a harrowing journey that not only leads to a transformative moment of self-reckoning, but a blazing anthem of hope and freedom. Experience this soaring, musical saga at Museum of the Bible World Stage Theater in Washington, D.C. [less-]

A big-top spectacle of global proportions featuring the best artists from around the world, the 2019 production of UniverSoul Circus takes fans of all ages on an unforgettable journey of light, sound ... [more+]

A big-top spectacle of global proportions featuring the best artists from around the world, the 2019 production of UniverSoul Circus takes fans of all ages on an unforgettable journey of light, sound and soul. Get ready for electrifying, edge-of-your-seat performances, including extreme motorsports, mind-bending acrobatics, back-flipping canines, free-flying aerial acts and much, much more. It's hailed as the most interactive circus in the world, and now you can catch this spectacular show in National Harbor. [less-]

She lives for art. She dies for love. In Puccini’s sure-fire favorite, "Tosca", a fiery prima donna struggles to free her true love from the clutches of a wicked police chief. Passionate arias and t... [more+]

She lives for art. She dies for love. In Puccini’s sure-fire favorite, "Tosca", a fiery prima donna struggles to free her true love from the clutches of a wicked police chief. Passionate arias and truly terrific musical moments pepper a rousing score, bringing the opera’s emotional extremes into sharp relief as the story rushes toward its thrilling conclusion. The crackling melodrama grabs hold from the get-go, making "Tosca" ideal for both newcomers and aficionados alike. With its themes of political intrigue, sexual intimidation and hypocrisy in high places, Puccini's great masterpiece, performed by the Washington National Opera, comes to The Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington, D.C. [less-]

Grammy Award winner Michael Bolton joins the NSO for a one-night-only concert led by Stuart Chafetz. From “When a Man Loves a Woman” to “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” and more, Michae... [more+]

Grammy Award winner Michael Bolton joins the NSO for a one-night-only concert led by Stuart Chafetz. From “When a Man Loves a Woman” to “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” and more, Michael Bolton’s time, love and tenderness have created the soundtrack of so many of our lives. This evening invites you on a musical journey through timeless tunes that cover everything from pop, rock and soul to standards and even classical, specially arranged for symphony orchestra. Enjoy this stirring concert at The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. [less-]

When it comes to seafood, very few states can touch the bountiful and delicious harvest that comes from the Old Line State. The Baltimore Seafood Fest celebrates the variety of tasty treats that come ... [more+]

When it comes to seafood, very few states can touch the bountiful and delicious harvest that comes from the Old Line State. The Baltimore Seafood Fest celebrates the variety of tasty treats that come from the state's waters, and this year, the Charm City will once again celebrate at Canton Waterfront Park with a host of restaurants serving up delicious dishes. You'll find exciting cooking demonstrations, live music, kids’ activities, and most important, loads and loads of delectable crab, shrimp, oysters and other seafood from a host of vendors. Get your appetite ready and take part in a seafood spectacular. [less-]

Join the Olney Theatre Center’s National Players on the adventure of a lifetime. It's 1872, and fearless adventurer Phileas Fogg has agreed to an outrageous wager in which he'll attempt to circle th... [more+]

Join the Olney Theatre Center’s National Players on the adventure of a lifetime. It's 1872, and fearless adventurer Phileas Fogg has agreed to an outrageous wager in which he'll attempt to circle the globe in just 80 days — unheard of! Aided by his wily servant, Passepartout, the two immediately set out into a world without airplanes or the internet -- but with plenty of bandits, buffalos, winter storms and meddlesome members of Scotland Yard. Will Fogg win his cash prize, or will the obstacles he encounters steal too many precious hours and doom the daring adventure? Full of daring rescues, brash duels and unexpected romance, this stage adaptation of Jules Verne's classic "Around the World in 80 Days" is a trip you won’t soon forget. [less-]

Experience the DC Comedy Showcase in Adams Morgan, D.C. at Comedy Club DC. The showroom and tavern will have you feeling fresh and ready to kick back for the best laughs. Laugh Buzz Comedy hosts natio... [more+]

Experience the DC Comedy Showcase in Adams Morgan, D.C. at Comedy Club DC. The showroom and tavern will have you feeling fresh and ready to kick back for the best laughs. Laugh Buzz Comedy hosts nationally touring comedians and showcases the hottest local comedians. Talent from HBO, Showtime and Comedy Central are known to drop in on any given night. Bask in the cool atmosphere, enjoy friendly and attentive staff, and listen to famous comedy in a range of styles. It's the perfect idea for D.C. date night, meeting new people, or just a fun night on the town. [less-]

Winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, "The Band's Visit" celebrates the deeply human ways music, longing and laughter can connect us all. When an Egyptian band winds up stranded in a remote... [more+]

Winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, "The Band's Visit" celebrates the deeply human ways music, longing and laughter can connect us all. When an Egyptian band winds up stranded in a remote Israeli village, their lives become intertwined with the people of the village in the most unexpected ways. With a Tony- and Grammy-winning score, the musical rejoices in the powerful way song unites us. Tony Award winners David Yazbek, Itamar Moses and director David Cromer bring "The Band's Visit" to the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The musical proves that even the briefest visit can stay with you forever. [less-]

A priestess enters a cemetery suffused with the shades and apparitions of black culture. Yet she conjures the spirits of a different sort — Orestes, Iphigenia and Klytmnestra. This dynamic one-woman... [more+]

A priestess enters a cemetery suffused with the shades and apparitions of black culture. Yet she conjures the spirits of a different sort — Orestes, Iphigenia and Klytmnestra. This dynamic one-woman slam poem, presented at D.C.'s Anacostia Playhouse, is a saga of strong women, the men who seek to destroy them, and the dangerous extremes this kind of society can reach if left unchecked. Fusing Kabuki, African dance and Greek myth, "Klytmnestra: An Epic Slam Poem" is a dynamic retelling of the classic tale written to vindicate a mother slain by her own son’s hand. [less-]

Set in a local hair salon and with lines as up-to-date as the morning's news, "Shear Madness" is a hilarious whodunit with "you" as a central character. When the salon's landlady is murdered at the ou... [more+]

Set in a local hair salon and with lines as up-to-date as the morning's news, "Shear Madness" is a hilarious whodunit with "you" as a central character. When the salon's landlady is murdered at the outset, a blend of mystery and improvisational theater ensues. Audience members are called upon to match wits with the suspects and try to catch the killer at this wildly popular comedy where "shrieks of laughter night after night" can be heard at the Kennedy Center, according to the "Washington Post". [less-]

From the secret diary of Anna Gordy Gaye comes the greatest Motown love story never told: "Pride & Joy". The tumultuous and passionate journey of one of music's most intriguing power couples, iconic R... [more+]

From the secret diary of Anna Gordy Gaye comes the greatest Motown love story never told: "Pride & Joy". The tumultuous and passionate journey of one of music's most intriguing power couples, iconic R&B singer Marvin Gaye and Anna Gordy -- who just happened to be a songwriter/producer and the sister of Motown founder Berry Gordy -- comes to the Modell Performing Arts Center at The Lyric in Baltimore. This new musical features 28 songs from the legendary Motown catalog, including major hits from the "Prince of Soul" himself. [less-]

Shakespeare’s "Twelfth Night" is a story of unrequited love — a tale both hilarious and heartbreaking. Shipwrecked and alone, Viola disguises herself as a boy and enters into Duke Orsino's service... [more+]

Shakespeare’s "Twelfth Night" is a story of unrequited love — a tale both hilarious and heartbreaking. Shipwrecked and alone, Viola disguises herself as a boy and enters into Duke Orsino's service. Lovesick Orsino sends her to court the Lady Olivia, but Olivia is much more interested in this cute young newcomer. When, unbeknownst to her, Viola's identical twin Sebastian also washes ashore, a merry brand of chaos ensues. Is it possible for this all to end well? Well, it "is" a comedy. One of Shakespeare's most delightful plays, "Twelfth Night" is a classic tale of reckless revenge, mistaken identity and mismatched lovers. Enjoy the National Players' fresh take on this spirited story on the stage of the Olney Theatre Center. [less-]

In "Seussical the Musical", cats wear hats and audiences wear smiles -- both two sizes too large. It's almost impossible not to grin when this all-ages musical adaptation of Dr. Seuss' stories plunges... [more+]

In "Seussical the Musical", cats wear hats and audiences wear smiles -- both two sizes too large. It's almost impossible not to grin when this all-ages musical adaptation of Dr. Seuss' stories plunges you into the whimsical world of "Cat in the Hat", "Horton Hears a Who!" and many more classics. The Cat in the Hat links the stories of a young boy who is a "thinker of strange and wonderful thinks," and Horton the Elephant, who's out to prove that "a person's a person, no matter how small." "Seussical"'s cast of favorite characters, including the Whos of Whoville, Horton and the Cat himself, brings a sense of wonder and fun to this colorful family fave at the Dr. A. J. Ferlazzo Building in Woodbridge. [less-]

From the moment his tall, red-and-white-striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they've ever met. But what will mo... [more+]

From the moment his tall, red-and-white-striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they've ever met. But what will mom find when she gets home...? Find out in this fun, family friendly stage adaptation of Dr. Seuss' beloved "The Cat in the Hat" at Adventure Theatre MTC at Glen Echo Park. [less-]

Isle of Klezbos and Metropolitan Klezmer plumb the fascinating range of music found in vintage Yiddish film soundtracks, from tango and tragic lullaby to a tenement wedding dance and much more. This m... [more+]

Isle of Klezbos and Metropolitan Klezmer plumb the fascinating range of music found in vintage Yiddish film soundtracks, from tango and tragic lullaby to a tenement wedding dance and much more. This multi-media concert -- set against archival film clips -- has been a national sensation with packed performances at Lincoln Center and the Museum at Eldridge Street. The band plays original arrangements inspired by scenes in celebrated movies and lesser-known cinematic gems ranging from "The Dybbuk" and "Uncle Moses" to newsreels from Moscow’s State Yiddish Theater and a host of Molly Picon favorites. [less-]

Jordan Raybould is a rising star on the New York comedy scene and now he's hitting The Barking Dog in Bethesda to share the love. As if that weren't enough reason to make you want to turn off the TV a... [more+]

Jordan Raybould is a rising star on the New York comedy scene and now he's hitting The Barking Dog in Bethesda to share the love. As if that weren't enough reason to make you want to turn off the TV and head out for some real laughs, Jordan's bringing some of his funny New York friends with him. They're people you've seen on Comedy Central, MTV, Netflix and other places. Yeah, we know those are all on TV. But wouldn't you rather see these performers in person? [less-]

The Old Time Music Hall arrives this June to celebrate 55 years of The British Players, featuring a selection of songs and dances that have brought joy, laughter, and even tears to our audiences throu... [more+]

The Old Time Music Hall arrives this June to celebrate 55 years of The British Players, featuring a selection of songs and dances that have brought joy, laughter, and even tears to our audiences throughout the years. Performed by breath-taking Bow Belles, enchanting Edwardians, spectacular soloists, and our very own Cheeky Chappie, Albert Coia, all kept in line by the mischievous Mr. Chairman, Malcolm Edwards, it's a show you don't want to miss! [less-]

Big Bus Tours takes its 48-hour "hop-on, hop-off" tour through the nation's capital, allowing you to choose from any of four different routes to customize your sightseeing experience. Plus, you'll get... [more+]

Big Bus Tours takes its 48-hour "hop-on, hop-off" tour through the nation's capital, allowing you to choose from any of four different routes to customize your sightseeing experience. Plus, you'll get included admission to Madame Tussauds and your choice of a Potomac cruise or admission to CEB Tower's newly opened observation deck. Hop off the bus to take a closer look at landmarks, and hop back on when you're ready to continue your journey. The bus includes free wi-fi so you can stay connected as you go. The Red Loop takes you with live-guided commentary around the National Mall, to the top tourist sites that define D.C., including the major Smithsonian Museums and the Nation’s famous monuments and memorials. The Blue Loop crosses the Potomac to explore Arlington National Cemetery and Pentagon City, with recorded commentary in eight languages. The Yellow Loop travels through picturesque Georgetown, with pre-recorded English commentary. [less-]

Fifty years ago this summer, the human race did the seemingly impossible and set foot on the moon. This immersive new play commemorates the 50th anniversary of the lunar landing, capturing this breath... [more+]

Fifty years ago this summer, the human race did the seemingly impossible and set foot on the moon. This immersive new play commemorates the 50th anniversary of the lunar landing, capturing this breathtaking feat using projections, original songs and actual NASA footage. The year is 1969, and while the world waits for the launch of Apollo 11, three children of key NASA employees — a mathematician’s daughter, an astronaut’s son and an engineer’s daughter — watch the historic launch from different perspectives. By dreaming a collective dream of landing on the moon together, the kids learn to understand the historic mission, not fear it. Experience the moon landing like never before when "Earthrise" comes to The Kennedy Center. [less-]

Big Bus Tours' buses take you all around the nation's capital, allowing you to choose from any of three different routes to customize your sightseeing experience, also including admission to Madame Tu... [more+]

Big Bus Tours' buses take you all around the nation's capital, allowing you to choose from any of three different routes to customize your sightseeing experience, also including admission to Madame Tussauds. Hop off the bus to take an in-depth look at any of the capital's most famous landmarks, and just hop back on when you're ready to continue your journey. The Red Loop is the official tour of the National Mall, and includes stops at the major Smithsonian Museums and the Nation’s famous monuments and memorials. The Blue Loop crosses the Potomac River (just like George Washington!) and introduces you to Arlington National Cemetery and Pentagon City. The Yellow Loop explores picturesque Georgetown. [less-]