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An Interview with Bourgeon’s Rob Bettmann by Rick Westerkamp

Rick Westerkamp 2013-01-17

Rob Bettmann, both artist and arts manager, has compiled a collection of essays, poems, artwork and interviews from the issues of Bourgeon magazines. These essays offer a wonderful, in-depth look at...

‘Qingming Riverside’ at The Kennedy Center by Mike Spain

Mike Spain 2013-01-12

Qingming Riverside is based on one of China’s most famous paintings, Along the River during the Qingming Festival by painter Zhang Zeduan. The painting is considered a Chinese masterpiece and a...

TONIGHT at 6 PM: Free Performance of ‘The Brontes’ at Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage by Steve McWilliams

Joel M. 2013-01-07

SPECIAL ONE NIGHT PERFORMANCE OF THE BRONTES! KENNEDY CENTER MILLENNIUM STAGE THEATRE LAB TONIGHT – MONDAY JANUARY 7TH, 2013 6:00 P.M. THE BRONTES ARE BACK! With our Fringe Festival hit, The Brontes!...

Free Performance of ‘The Brontes’ at Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage on Monday, January 7th at 6 PM

Guest Author 2013-01-03

SPECIAL ONE NIGHT PERFORMANCE OF THE BRONTES! KENNEDY CENTER MILLENNIUM STAGE THEATRE LAB MONDAY JANUARY 7TH, 2013 6:00 P.M. Dear Fans, Friends and Family of Dizzy Miss Lizzie’s Roadside Revue! It is...

The Best of 2012: Part 1: ‘Dance Memories, 10 Favorites of 2012’ by Carolyn Kelemen

Carolyn Kelemen 2012-12-22

Alicia’s star still shines the brightest Off stage, she is a stunning five foot 10 inch woman with incredibly long arms and legs that go on seemingly forever. When she dances, she stretches her...

My Favorite Quotes From DCMTA’s 5 Star ‘Best Shows’ for December 15-22nd by Joel Markowitz

Joel Markowitz 2012-12-21

Here’s my favorite quotes from our 5-star reviews of our ‘Best Shows’ for December 14-21. Here we go! (1) Christmas Gift! at Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Audrey Thornton: “Christmas Gift!...

‘Million Dollar Quartet’ at The Kennedy Center by Anne Tsang

Anne Tsang 2012-12-21

On a chilly night in December 1956, kismet brought together four music legends Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley for an incredible jam session that would live on in the...

‘How To Catch a Leprechaun’ on Saturday December 22 & 29 at The Keegan Theatre by Mario Baldessari

Guest Author 2012-12-19

What’s red and green and has absolutely nothing to do with Christmas? Why, it’s Oillin the leprechaun in How To Catch a Leprechaun – a new, all-ages musical that I wrote with my pal, Ethan Slater. On...

Choral Arts Society of Washington’s ‘Family Christmas Concert’ at The Kennedy Center by Audrey Thornton

Audrey Thornton 2012-12-18

An appreciative Washington, D.C. metro audience overflowing with young little people and their parents and grandparents, too, were treated to tales of Christmases’ past, performed in a 60 minute...

The Washington Chorus’ ‘A Candlelight Christmas’ at The Kennedy Center by Flora Scott

Flora Scott 2012-12-16

Engaging with the Christmas Spirit on 12/15/12, just one day after the massacre in Connecticut, in which 26 were killed – the least of which were 20 children for whom the holiday is truly intended –...

Nnenna Freelon at The KC Jazz Club at The Kennedy Center by Francine Schwartz

Francine Schwartz 2012-12-16

The KC Jazz Club featured Nnenna Freelon in their cabaret style venue last night. Those of you who attended the Thelonius Monk Competion in September, also at The Kennedy Center, surely recall her...

‘White Christmas’ at The Kennedy Center by Amanda Gunther

Amanda Gunther 2012-12-14

At this festive time of year we all hope that our days are merry and bright. But if you truly wish for the seasonal sentiment to reach out and touch your heart the place to go is The John F. Kennedy...

‘JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance’ at The Kennedy Center by Jessica Vaughan.

Jessica Vaughan 2012-12-08

An impressive gathering of American tap convened at The Kennedy Center’s Eisenhower Theater for JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance. The Chicago Rhythm Project collected twelve performances of...

‘Barbara Cook’s Spotlight: Judy Kuhn’ at the Kennedy Center by Jennifer Perry

Jennifer Perry 2012-12-08

Three-time Tony Award nominee Judy Kuhn charmed The Kennedy Center audience last night with her technically impeccable singing, low-key yet welcoming performance style, and sweet stories about...

SCENA Celebrates its 25th Anniversary with December 16th Gala by Monica Jilling

Guest Author 2012-12-06

SCENA Celebrates its 25th Anniversary December 16th with a Gala Event featuring international artists Washington’s premiere cultural institution for international drama is celebrating its 25th...

Ballet West: ‘The Nutcracker’ at The Kennedy Center by Tiffany Draut

Tiffany Draut 2012-12-06

There are certain things that always signal the holiday season: among others, candy canes, Santa Claus in the mall, and The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker is the ballet of the holiday season, and Ballet...

Andrew Varela on Playing Javert in ‘Les Miserables’ at The National Theatre by Joel Markowitz

Joel Markowitz 2012-12-05

The 25th Anniversary production of Les Misérables will be playing at The National Theatre from December 13-30th. I am a Les Miz fanatic and have the seen the show over 20 times and one of my all-time...

Tonight at 7 PM: Signature Theatre Hosts Concert & CD Release Party for Sandy Bainum’s ‘This Christmas’

Guest Author 2012-12-03

Signature Theatre Hosts Concert & CD Release Party for Sandy Bainum’s This Christmas Tonight Tonight, December 3, 2012 at 7 PM, Signature Theatre welcomes singer and actress Sandy Bainum (Show Boat...

Lar Lubovitch Dance Company at The Kennedy Center by Breena Siegel

Breena Siegel 2012-11-30

Lar Lubovitch displays his work of artful dance at the Kennedy Center for two nights only. He is amongst the brilliant choreographers on the contemporary dance lineup for the 2012 – 2013 season. Lar’s...

‘Luck Be a Lady: Megan Hilty Sings Sinatra and More’ by Francine Schwartz

Francine Schwartz 2012-11-24

One can never have too much Joie de Vivre. Further proof was Luck Be a Lady: Megan Hilty Sings Sinatra and More, featuring Broadway’s Megan Hilty and Aaron Lazar. Megan has starred in Gentlemen Prefer...

‘Jekyll & Hyde’ at The Kennedy Center by Mara Bayewitz

Mara Bayewitz 2012-11-21

Jekyll and Hyde is simply miraculous, and chilling, sexy, romantic, ironic, dangerous, tragic, jaded, modern, classic, kinky, edgy, and absolutely spectacular. The musical is based on the acclaimed...

‘The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg’ at The Kennedy Center by Grace Kim

Grace Kim 2012-11-18

The Kennedy Center’s production of the 2010 Newbery Honor Book winner by Rodman Philbrick, The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg, is a perfect show for the kids to see. Adapted by Tom Isbell and...

‘Barbara Cook’s Spotlight: Linda Lavin’ at The Kennedy Center by David Friscic

David Friscic 2012-11-17

Linda Lavin, the perennial “Broadway Baby” – literally, in her knockout performance in The Kennedy Center’s production of Follies and, figuratively, as a growing Broadway legend with her numerous...

‘San Francisco Ballet Program B’ by Breena Siegel

Breena Siegel 2012-11-16

San Francisco Ballet, the oldest professional ballet company in the country, wins hearts over with their classical version of Romeo & Juliet. The age-old story is set again the backdrop of sweeping...

Signature Theatre Hosts CD Release Party for Sandy Bainum’s ‘This Christmas’ on December 3rd by Hunter Styles

Guest Author 2012-11-15

Signature Theatre Hosts Concert & CD Release Party for Sandy Bainum’s This Christmas On December 3, 2012 at 7 PM, Signature Theatre welcomes singer and actress Sandy Bainum (Show Boat and Sunset...

The San Francisco Ballet ‘Program A’ at The Kennedy Center by Carolyn Kelemen

Carolyn Kelemen 2012-11-14

San Francisco Ballet heightens dance expectations Hoist the flags! Uncork the champagne! Let the balloons fly high and wide! The DC ballet season has popped! And it took the oldest ballet company in...

Part 3: An Interview With “Master Harold” … and the boys’ Baakari Wilder by Sydney-Chanele Dawkins

Sydney-Chanele Dawkins 2012-11-11

This is Part 3 of my series of 3 interviews with the cast of “Master Harold”. . . and the boys at Bay Theatre Company. The innovative and versatile Baakari Wilder, delights as “Willie” in “Master...

‘The Suzanne Farrell Ballet Program B’ at The Kennedy Center by Colleen Sproull

Colleen Sproull 2012-11-10

The Suzanne Farrell Ballet Program B is a splendid night of Balanchine that will keep you glued to the edge of your seat in anticipation of what type of ballet you will see next. The first movement,...

Video of The Joey Team at ‘War Horse’- Brian Robert Burns, Jessica Krueger & Danny Yoerger by Todd Clark

Todd Clark 2012-11-09

TheDCPLACE and DC Theater Arts present a video interview ‘Team Joey’ of War Horse at The Kennedy Center. Co-Host: Mitchell Ugwuezi. The Joey Horse Team: Brian Robert Burns, Jessica Krueger and Danny...

‘The Suzanne Farrell Ballet Program A’ at The Kennedy Center by Colleen Sproull

Colleen Sproull 2012-11-08

Growing up as a serious ballet dancer, Suzanne Farrell was one of my biggest idols – she still is. Last night, I couldn’t believe I was so lucky to be sitting in the Eisenhower Theater of the Kennedy...

‘Fortas Chamber Music Concert: Midori in Recital: 30th Anniversary Concert’ at The Kennedy Center by Francine Schwartz

Francine Schwartz 2012-11-02

Violinist Midori celebrated thirty years in music at The Kennedy Center by performing Beethoven Sonatas and works by Webern and Crumb. She was expertly accompanied by pianist Özgür Aydin. The duo are...

‘A Couple of Critical Importance’: Rich and Judy Massabny by Barbara Ruben of The Beacon

Guest Author 2012-11-02

When I attend press nights at the theatre, I am guaranteed that Rich Massabny and his wife Judy will come up to me and ask me how I am and we’ll spend time schmoozing and catching up. Rich is such a...

The Kennedy’s Center’s Renovated ‘Theater Lab’ to Reopen on November 12th by John Dow

Guest Author 2012-11-02

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will officially open its renovated Theater Lab on November 12, 2012 at 6 p.m. with a performance of music and poetry. The evening will feature...

Theatre Lab to Honor Michael Kaiser at Benefit/Cabaret on Monday, November 11th by Dane Petersen

Guest Author 2012-11-01

Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts will honor Michael Kaiser, president of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, as it celebrates its 20th anniversary at its annual Cabaret Benefit...

A Video Interview with “War Horse” Actor Andrew Veenstra by Todd Clark of TheDCPlace

Todd Clark 2012-11-01

TheDCPLACE and DC Theater Arts present a video interview with actor Andrew Veenstra of War Horse at The Kennedy Center. Co-Host: Mitchell Ugwuezi Lead Actor Interviewed: Andrew Veenstra Taped and...

‘Dracula’ at The Washington Ballet by Carolyn Kelemen

Carolyn Kelemen 2012-10-29

The Redskins may be in a slump but The Washington Ballet has never looked better. The nation’s capital premier ballet troupe is beginning its season with an impressive undertaking of the full-length,...

‘War Horse’ at The Kennedy Center by Amanda Gunther

Amanda Gunther 2012-10-26

In the midst of war and a future uncertain comes a story of bravery, loyalty and companionship as The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts proudly presents the National Theatre of Great Britain...

‘DruidMurphy’ at The Kennedy Center by Jennifer Perry

Jennifer Perry 2012-10-20

One of the great things about living in Washington, DC is that we have access to an assortment of international theatrical productions most of which are presented by the John F. Kennedy Center for the...

Mariinsky Ballet’s ‘Cinderella’ at The Kennedy Center by Carolyn Kelemen

Carolyn Kelemen 2012-10-18

Young Russian dancers keep Cinderella on her toes With its remarkable legacy of theatrical and musical traditions, St. Petersburg’s Mariinsky Ballet boasts the best ballerinas and male bravura – the...

‘Barbara Cook’s Spotlight: Maureen McGovern’ at The Kennedy Center by Jennifer Perry

Jennifer Perry 2012-10-14

Now in its 6th season, the Barbara Cook’s Spotlight Series has succeeded in bringing known and lesser known musical theatre talent to Kennedy Center audiences in a cabaret setting. Award-winning...

‘Voices of Strength: Two Programs of Contemporary Dance and Theater by Women in Africa’ at The Kennedy Center by Jennifer Perry

Jennifer Perry 2012-10-06

On October 4 and 5, 2012, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts played host to a MAPP International Productions tour that showcases the work of talented female choreographers from Haiti,...