National Symphony Orchestra will play at 6 DC-area venues next season as Kennedy Center shuts
The NSO made its delayed 2026-27 season announcement Tuesday, 5 1/2 weeks before its opening concert on Sept. 26 and five months later…
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Washington National Opera opens first show since leaving Kennedy Center
The Washington National Opera Company opened “Treemonisha” this weekend to two sold-out audiences at Lisner Auditorium on the campus of George Washington University.…
Washington National Opera relocates performances away from Kennedy Center to new venues
The Washington National Opera has relocated upcoming performances to a familiar venue as it breaks away from the Kennedy Center following President Donald…
Regional theaters see boost as Kennedy Center faces challenges
Regional venues, such as Olney Theatre and Signature Theatre, report surging ticket sales, increased donations and growing interest from performers seeking alternatives to…
‘Wicked’ composer says he won’t appear at Kennedy Center after name change
“Wicked” composer Stephen Schwartz says he will not appear at the Kennedy Center after its board voted to attach President Donald Trump’s name…
Trump hosts the Kennedy Center Honors recognizing Stallone, Kiss, Gaynor and others
The Republican president said the artists, recognized with tribute performances during the show, are “among the greatest artists and actors, performers, musicians, singers,…
Singer Lizz Wright returns to DC region for 1st headlining show since Kennedy Center takeover
As the D.C. area faces a government shutdown, Lizz Wright returns to The Strathmore with a concert shaped by jazz, gospel, and a…