Amanda Spaid: Locals
Mar
14
to May 2

Amanda Spaid: Locals

  • Montpelier Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit: March 12 - May 2

Open daily, 10am-5pm | Public Reception: March 14, @2pm-4pm

Amanda Spaid was inspired during the pandemic to focus on hyper-local subjects, creating detailed drawings of birds in the D.C. area. She hopes that slowing down and examining what’s happening to the planet, not just on a global level, but literally in our backyards, will inspire people to make decisions that benefit all locals — humans and birds alike.

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Artists on the Rise: Juried Teen Exhibition
Mar
14
to Apr 11

Artists on the Rise: Juried Teen Exhibition

  • Montpelier Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit: March 12 - April 11

Open daily, 10am-5pm | Public Reception and Award Ceremony: March 21

Montpelier Arts Center strives to foster a positive, creative environment where young and emerging artists realize their full potential. Now in its 14th year, this annual exhibition spotlights the talents of visual artists ages 13-19 from the Washington, D.C., area. The juror awards prizes based on artistic excellence, with cash prizes for first, second, and third place. Beginning in winter 2025, interested teens may submit work online for consideration at MontpelierArtsCenter.submittable.com.

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2026 Access/VSA - Emerging Young Artists Program Exhibit: We Hold These Truths
Mar
14
to Apr 26

2026 Access/VSA - Emerging Young Artists Program Exhibit: We Hold These Truths

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Hall of Nations (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit: Mar 13 - Apr 26

This national juried exhibition amplifies the excellence and important perspectives of artists with disabilities, ages 16-25, residing in the United States. This year’s theme, We Hold These Truths, asked artists to explore how the truths that they hold dear engage with their disability and artistic identities.

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Chris Kirages: Making the World a Better Plate
Mar
14
to Apr 12

Chris Kirages: Making the World a Better Plate

  • Montpelier Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit: March 14 - April 12

Open daily, 10am-5pm | Public Reception: March 14 @2pm-4pm

This exhibit consists of two dinnerware designs that are distinctly different. They are both stoneware and made for everyday use in a light and dark clay body with a variety of glazes. The Cafe is a heavy rimmed everyday plate that can take rough use. Think blue plate special at lunch hour in a busy diner. Terra is a sleeker, everyday dinnerware. Think good food with good friends, casual and elegant.

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Isaac Julien: Lessons of the Hour – Frederick Douglass
Mar
14
to Nov 26

Isaac Julien: Lessons of the Hour – Frederick Douglass

  • National Portrait Gallery (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit Open Daily, 11:30 am - 7pm, through November 26, 2026

The first joint acquisition of the National Portrait Gallery and the Smithsonian American Art Museum (the two share a building) is Sir Isaac Julien’s fascinating moving image installation, which blends period reenactments across five screens to give the viewer insight into the life, accomplishments, activism, and brilliance of Frederick Douglass (1818-1895).

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Hiroaki Umeda
Mar
17
to Mar 18

Hiroaki Umeda

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Mar 17 & 18

In partnership with Japan Society, this year’s presentation highlights the two latest projects of Hiroaki Umeda, one of the leading figures of the Japanese avant-garde scene.

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Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Mar
18
to Apr 5

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

  • The National Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Mar 18 - Apr 5, various hours

Beauty and the Beast Original Australian Cast. Photos by Daniel Boud. ©Disney

Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney’s first North American production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. This enchanting and timeless tale, filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love, has been brought to life like never before, with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes. The show boasts the Oscar®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated score, including the classic songs “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.”

Reuniting to create this new production are members of the original Tony Award®-winning artistic team, including composer Alan Menken, lyricist Tim Rice, book writer Linda Woolverton, with direction and choreography by Matt West, scenic design by Stanley A. Meyer, costume design by Ann Hould-Ward and lighting design by Natasha Katz. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is the beloved musical that will fill your heart with joy and Disney magic.


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Sonic Frontiers Jam Session - Mar.
Mar
19
7:00 PM19:00

Sonic Frontiers Jam Session - Mar.

Dates: Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 14,

Brentwood Arts Exchange is excited to host ongoing jam sessions featuring a unique, original synth and modular music style. Drop-in musicians of every genre are invited to join and contribute. Bring your instrument, plug in, and be part of the sound!

Ticket Price: $20 / Drop-in performers are free

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Alexia “Cypriote”
Mar
20
6:00 PM18:00

Alexia “Cypriote”

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In Cypriote, Alexia explores the island’s multilayered identity through a curated selection of songs and stories inspired by Cypriot antiquities, language, dialect, and memory. 

This concert is presented as part of the cultural program of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026.

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Women Playing Hamlet
Mar
20
to Mar 22

Women Playing Hamlet

  • Bowie Playhouse @ Whitemarsh Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: March 6-22; Fri: 7:30pm; Sat/Sun: 2pm

Struggling TV soap actress Jessica is offered a role she's not sure she wants - Hamlet. As she copes with the insane idea (and the occasional threatening text from Sir Patrick Stewart), she encounters a wide-ranging ensemble of challenging characters - including an abusive acting coach, a bratty hacker niece, a cougar mom, a worldwise bartender, a sexist creep professor and a Shakespearean gravedigger - all played by women. Jessica's journey to find herself in the role is a humorous and insightful exploration of gender, identity, and the challenges of acting.

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A View from the Bridge
Mar
20
to Mar 21

A View from the Bridge

  • Greenbelt Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Mar 6-21; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

by Arthur Miller / Directed by Stephen Cox

In 1955 Brooklyn, an Italian-American longshoreman’s life is tragically destroyed by his unconscious desire for his seventeen year old niece when she falls in love with her illegal immigrant cousin. Come see Arthur Miller’s take on a classical Greek tragedy set in mid-20th century America. It is a tale both timeless and horrendously current.

** Both matinees require audience members to wear medical masks.

This show contains scenes with homophobic references, sexual innuendo, and acts of violence.

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Teen Vocal Showcase
Mar
21
6:00 PM18:00

Teen Vocal Showcase

  • Prince George's Publick Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Teen Vocal Showcase 2026 is a vocal performance opportunity for Prince George’s County pre-teens ages 10 to 12 and teens 13-18. Selected participants will perform and compete in a showcase at the historic Public Playhouse for prizes ranging from $500 to $1,000!

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Brencore Entertainment Presents: Tribute to Earth Wind & Fire, the Emotions, and the Whispers
Mar
21
8:00 PM20:00

Brencore Entertainment Presents: Tribute to Earth Wind & Fire, the Emotions, and the Whispers

  • Bowie Center for the Performing Arts (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

BRENCORE Entertainment presents “A Tribute to the Music of Earth, Wind & Fire, The Emotions, and The Whispers” featuring The BRENCORE ALLSTARS at The Bowie Center for the Performing Arts.

The 12-piece BRENCORE ALLSTARS will play hits by Earth, Wind & Fire like “Serpentine Fire,” “Shining Star,” “Can’t Hide Love,” “Fantasy,” “Reasons,” “I Write a Song,” and more. They’ll also perform The Emotions’ songs such as “Don’t Ask My Neighbor,” “Flowers,” and “I Don’t Wanna Lose Your Love.”

Honoring The Whispers and the late Walter Scott, the show will include songs like “Lady,” “It’s a Love Thang,” “Rock Steady,” “Keep on Lovin’ Me,” and more.

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Connecting Lives Productions and Yet Stand Inc. Present: “Yet I Stand” Stage Play
Mar
22
4:00 PM16:00

Connecting Lives Productions and Yet Stand Inc. Present: “Yet I Stand” Stage Play

  • Bowie Center for the Performing Arts (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Inspiring, Strength, Restoring Hope, and Empowering Survivors to Rise. – “A Journey from Pain to Purpose” in a powerful story that echoes the silent cries of many, Yet I Stand follows the life of Elaine Crocker whose innocence is shattered by abuse. Lost in confusion and pain, she battles to find her voice and the strength to heal. As her family struggles to understand her hurt, they too are forced to confront their own fears, failures, and faith. Together, through moments of heartbreak, tears, and revelation, they learn that healing begins not in silence — but in unity, prayer, and love. This moving production is a testament to resilience, forgiveness, and the power of hope. Yet I Stand is more than a play — it’s a call to open hearts, start conversations, and remind every survivor: you are not alone.

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Art Exhibit: Roxana Rojas-Luzón: Paper Rhapsody
Mar
23
to May 17

Art Exhibit: Roxana Rojas-Luzón: Paper Rhapsody

  • Prince George's Publick Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit: Mar 23 - May 17. 9am-5pm | Public Reception: Apr 2 @6-8pm

Roxana is a collage artist fascinated by the art of collage. She uses snippets of magazine paper, fabric, photographs, pencil drawings, raw pigments, and anything that enriches the texture and color of her images. Her goal is for each of her art pieces to awaken feelings in the viewer. Consolation, love, festivity, protection, happiness, innocence, and solitude are words that she has heard others use to describe her collages.


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Kimberly Margioni: Fluid Nature
Mar
23
to May 2

Kimberly Margioni: Fluid Nature

  • Harmony Hall Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibition: Mar 23 - May 2; Mon-Sat: 9 am - 8 pm | Public Reception: Mar 28 @2-4pm

Kimberly Margioni’s work explores the delicate balance between nature, emotion, and cultural heritage. Drawing inspiration from the world around her—the vibrant landscapes or the quiet beauty of everyday moments—she seeks to capture the essence of life in its raw, unfiltered form. Her creative process is rooted in the belief that art has the power to transcend boundaries and speak directly to the soul. Each piece reflects her travel journey, an invitation to feel deeply and connect with the universal experience of love, resilience, and transformation. As a current naval officer and mechanical engineer, she brings a unique perspective to her art, breaking from the rigidity of her day-to-day to dive into her abstract, fluid, imperfect approach with emotional depth. This creates both structured and fluid works, grounded yet ever evolving.

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Carrie Rodriguez, Oscar Cásares & Joel Salcido: Postcards From The Border
Mar
25
to Mar 26

Carrie Rodriguez, Oscar Cásares & Joel Salcido: Postcards From The Border

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kogod Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Mar 25 & 26

Postcards from the Border is an empathic, multimedia piece at the intersection of music, spoken word and film that offers an intellectual and uniquely Latin American perspective on the lines bisecting both our maps and our hearts.


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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series
Mar
26
12:00 PM12:00

Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series

Series Dates: Mar 12, Mar 26, Jul 9, Jul 23, Sep 10, Sep 24

Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it. Each presentation will focus on a specific group of people and will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight locals who participated in them. These virtual lectures are free, but registration is required.

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Halley Shoenberg
Mar
27
8:00 PM20:00

Halley Shoenberg

Jazz artist Halley Shoenberg has been a dynamic presence in the D.C. area for decades, composing, arranging, and performing on saxophone and clarinet. This captivating concert features Shoenberg’s compositions and original arrangements of standards covering 100 years of jazz. The sounds of Chick Corea, Weather Report, Pat Metheny, and Branford Marsalis influence several of her originals.

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Ju Yun: Where You Belong
Mar
28
to May 2

Ju Yun: Where You Belong

  • Harmony Hall Arts Center, Main Gallery (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibition: Mar 28 - May 2; Mon-Sat: 9 am - 8 pm | Public Reception: Mar 28, 2-4pm

South Korean artist Ju Yun navigates the tension between two contrasting worlds. Transitioning from traditional Korean art to fully contemporary subjects and techniques, Yun embraces the space in between. Through layered compositions of polymer clay and found objects, their mask projects explore themes of hybrid identity—transforming existing forms into something new, reshaping meaning, and influencing others.

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Joe’s Gala: Bourbon Street Soirée
Mar
28
6:30 PM18:30

Joe’s Gala: Bourbon Street Soirée

Step into the vibrant spirit of New Orleans at Joe’s Movement Emporium’s Bourbon Street Soirée! This unforgettable gala will transport you to the heart of The Crescent City with dazzling colors, lively music, and the irresistible energy of Bourbon Street. Enjoy an evening of festive entertainment, exquisite cuisine, and spirited dancing—all while supporting the transformative arts programs that empower our community. 

Dress to impress in your most glamorous Mardi Gras inspired attire and prepare for a night of celebration, connection, and impact. Together, we’ll raise funds to keep creativity moving forward!

The arts should be accessible to all! We invite you to contribute to support our programs and strengthen our organization's long-term sustainability.

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The Chuck Brown Band
Mar
28
8:00 PM20:00

The Chuck Brown Band

  • Prince George's Publick Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Chuck Brown Band honors the “Godfather of Go-Go” by continuing his legacy, touring with his classics and new material from the band. Led by Chuck’s son, Wiley, and featuring his daughter, KK, they embody the “Family Affair” vibe. Don’t miss this uplifting, non-stop performance that blends jazz, funk, and soul while engaging the audience. The Godfather may be gone, but his legacy continues as The Chuck Brown Band carries his funky groove forward without missing a B-E-A-T. Wind us up, Chuck!

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The Supreme Divas - Tribute to The Supremes
Mar
28
8:00 PM20:00

The Supreme Divas - Tribute to The Supremes

The Supreme Divas – Tribute To The Supremes comprises some of the DMV’s most talented artists. They flawlessly bring to life the music of one of the most successful female groups in American history, The Supremes. With twelve number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100, The Supremes set the standard for female vocal groups during the ’60s and ’70s. Their chart-busting hits included “Where Did Our Love Go,” “Baby Love,” “Come See About Me,” “Stop! In The Name of Love,” and many others. They will take you back to when the Motown sound was supreme.

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Romantic Titans: Sibelius, Strauss & Wagner
Apr
2
to Apr 4

Romantic Titans: Sibelius, Strauss & Wagner

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 2 @7:30pm; Apr 3 @11:30am, Apr 4 @8pm

Strauss’ Tod und Verklärung (Death and Transfiguration) traces the final moments of a life: memories surface, struggles fade, and a soul wins its final release. Under the baton of Simone Young, the NSO displays the full scope of Strauss’ vision and the promise of beyond. Winner of the prestigious International Jean Sibelius Violin Competition Sergey Khachatryan brings fire to Sibelius’ Violin Concerto.


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Message Session VII- Peace
Apr
3
7:00 PM19:00

Message Session VII- Peace

Message is not your typical concert series. It is an oasis where local artists find their voice and share their stories. Here, music transcends mere entertainment – it becomes personal. Local talent takes center stage. These are the musicians who play at the neighborhood cafes, scribble lyrics on napkins, and dream big. They’re not chasing fame, they’re chasing connection. From soulful ballads to introspective rap, their performances resonate with authenticity. Every Message event is unrepeatable, no two shows are alike; each carries a unique message. The audience sits close enough to see the artist’s fingertips on the strings and feel the raw emotion in every lyric. This is an event for anyone seeking refuge from the noise, who craves more than a passive concert experience.

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Bassem Youssef: the Belly of the Beast Tour
Apr
3
7:30 PM19:30

Bassem Youssef: the Belly of the Beast Tour

Bassem Youssef is an Egyptian-American comedian, author, and former cardiothoracic surgeon, widely recognized as the "Jon Stewart of the Arab World". He currently tours the globe with his one-man stand-up show, most notably "The Middle Beast" (sometimes referred to as "The Belly of the Beast" in recent 2026 listings), which chronicles his dramatic transition from a surgeon in Egypt to a political satirist and his subsequent move to the United States

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Assassins!
Apr
3
to Apr 5

Assassins!

  • Laurel Mill Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 3-12, Apr 24-May 3; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

A multiple Tony Award–winning tour de force, Assassins pairs Sondheim’s sharp lyrics and music with a panoramic look at America’s celebrity culture and the violent lengths some pursue it via four successful and five attempted presidential assassins. Bold, original, disturbing, and darkly funny, the one-act “revusical” exposes nine lives—from John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald—as writers Sondheim and John Weidman blur time and space, letting assassins from different eras meet, influence one another, and pursue harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream.


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The Gospel Ballet: The Blessings That Bloom
Apr
4
2:00 PM14:00

The Gospel Ballet: The Blessings That Bloom

Get ready for an uplifting in-person experience where dance meets faith. The Gospel Ballet: Blessings That Bloom brings powerful stories to life through beautiful movements and inspiring gospel tunes. Whether you're a dance lover or just looking for a heartfelt event, this is the place to be. Come and feel the blessings bloom all around you!

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UO Music Showcase
Apr
4
5:00 PM17:00

UO Music Showcase

The ultimate music showcase; UO 2026 - it's gonna be a music and fashion spectacular! 

Come join us for a night filled with amazing performances by talented artists from Unexpected Originals music label. Be transported toward a variety of music genres, from go-go to indie and everything in between.

Our lineup features house band "The A-Team". Host Austria Milan and co-host DJ Philsgood with surprise special guest performer. A guaranteed memorable experience for all music lovers. So grab your friends and mark your calendars for this unmissable event!

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Moonchild: Waves Tour
Apr
4
6:00 PM18:00

Moonchild: Waves Tour

Performances: 6 pm & 9:45 pm

Moonchild is the genre-defying trio that has quietly but powerfully carved out its own lane in the world of alternative R&B and neo-soul. Comprised of multi-instrumentalists Amber Navran, Max Bryk, and Andris Mattson, the Los Angeles-based Grammy Award-nominated band blends velvety vocals, intricate horn arrangements, jazz-rooted harmony, and forward-thinking production into a signature sound that’s as intimate as it is expansive.

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Club 1BD Spring ‘Blue Hour’ Tour! - ft. Arty Furtado, Chvmeleon, Kendollaz, DJ Vic
Apr
4
10:00 PM22:00

Club 1BD Spring ‘Blue Hour’ Tour! - ft. Arty Furtado, Chvmeleon, Kendollaz, DJ Vic

Club 1BD was founded to showcase POC Talent and enact a unique vision of what the club life should be: unique & nostalgic DJ sets, a vibrant environment for dancing, and the infectious, carefree spirit of a house party.

Get ready to dance to classic hits and throwbacks of Hip-Hop, R&B, Jersey Club, House music, and more!

Dress Code: Blue Hour Theme - Must Wear Blues

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Romeo Santos & Prince Royce - Mejor Tarde Que Nunca Tour 2026
Apr
5
8:00 PM20:00

Romeo Santos & Prince Royce - Mejor Tarde Que Nunca Tour 2026

Bachata icons Romeo Santos and Prince Royce have teamed up for a surprise collaborative project, releasing the album Better Late Than Never (2025) and announcing the 2026 Mejor Tarde Que Nunca Tour. The project, featuring tracks like "Mi Plan," was developed over several years and kicks off its U.S. and Europe tour in April 2026.

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Borderless
Apr
6
to May 30

Borderless

  • Brentwood Arts Exchange (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibition: Apr 6-May 30 | Public Reception: Apr 11 @5-8pm | Artist & Curator Talk: May 9 @2-4pm

Gallery hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Closed Sun

Curated by Akemi Maegawa in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Borderless explores themes of identity, migration, and cultural fluidity. Featuring Jeff Huntington (JAHRU), Mei Mei Chang, Tang, June Lee, and Julia Chon, this exhibition highlights the diverse artistic expressions of AAPI artists who challenge boundaries—both literal and conceptual. Through dynamic visual storytelling and innovative materials, Borderless reflects the interconnectedness of heritage and contemporary experience, embracing art as a space without limits.

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Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters
Apr
6
to May 30

Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters

  • Brentwood Arts Exchange (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibition: Apr 6 - May 30 | Public Reception: Apr 11 @5-8pm | Artist Talk: May 9 @2-4pm

Gallery hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Closed Sun

Art Enables presents Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters for the first part of the Art Enables at Brentwood series. Barnes and Tiller, both prolific and long-time Art Enables resident artists, bring their unique illustrative work to life, filled with narrative depth, keen observation, and expressive characters. Barnes’ colored pencil drawings depict vibrant scenes from everyday life, evoking a wide range of emotions, from laughter to surprise, tension, and compassion. They create a complex emotional landscape that reflects a deep sensitivity to individual experiences. Tiller’s ink drawings, brimming with whimsical and surreal creatures, often merge the familiar with the fantastic. Her works are populated by relatable human figures and alien-like beings, exploring raw emotions and gritty storytelling.

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The Wiz
Apr
7
to Apr 12

The Wiz

  • The National Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 7-12

The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

The First National Tour of THE WIZ 2025 Photos by Jeremy Daniel

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway. The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!” This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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Jazz Beyond The Swing
Apr
8
2:00 PM14:00

Jazz Beyond The Swing

Immerse yourself in the rich and musical traditions that span continents and cultures, bringing together the joyous and infectious rhythms that have shaped global music. Celebrate and move to the captivating sounds of Samba, Bossa Nova, Calypso, Cha Cha Cha, and other world beats. Join us for an unforgettable experience that celebrates the diversity and beauty of these timeless sounds.

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Cardi B - Little Miss Drama Tour
Apr
8
8:00 PM20:00

Cardi B - Little Miss Drama Tour

Cardi B is one of the most important music artists of all time, achieving major success in under a decade. She is the highest-certified female rapper on the RIAA Top Artists (Digital Singles) list with over 100 million certified units and three diamond certifications. Her debut, Grammy-winning album Invasion of Privacy is 4× platinum; all 13 tracks are at least platinum, and it includes diamond-certified “Bodak Yellow.” Her honors include 10 Grammy nominations (one win), eight Billboard Music Awards, six Guinness World Records, multiple ASCAP awards, six American Music Awards, four MTV VMAs, six BET Awards, 14 BET Hip Hop Awards, four Spotify One Billion Streams Awards, and recognition on TIME100, Entertainment Weekly, and Billboard. In 2025 she continues releasing music, including “Outside” (her 13th top-10 Hot 100) and “Imaginary Playerz” from her upcoming album Am I The Drama?, due September 19.

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Assassins!
Apr
10
to Apr 12

Assassins!

  • Laurel Mill Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 3-12, Apr 24-May 3; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

A multiple Tony Award–winning tour de force, Assassins pairs Sondheim’s sharp lyrics and music with a panoramic look at America’s celebrity culture and the violent lengths some pursue it via four successful and five attempted presidential assassins. Bold, original, disturbing, and darkly funny, the one-act “revusical” exposes nine lives—from John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald—as writers Sondheim and John Weidman blur time and space, letting assassins from different eras meet, influence one another, and pursue harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream.


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Juanito Pascual Trio
Apr
10
8:00 PM20:00

Juanito Pascual Trio

Jonathan “Juanito” Pascual is an internationally recognized guitarist and “flamenco phenom” (The Boston Globe). The Trio creates a sound that seamlessly merges flamenco with elements of jazz, world music, rock, pop, and soul. This performance features exciting new music, including arrangements of Jimi Hendrix and other pop and jazz icons.

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Bruckner’s Seventh Gerlach plays Haydn
Apr
10
to Apr 11

Bruckner’s Seventh Gerlach plays Haydn

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 10 & 11 @8pm

NSO Principal Trumpet William Gerlach takes center stage in one of the most celebrated pieces of his instrument’s repertoire—Haydn’s sparkling Trumpet Concerto. Gianandrea Noseda completes the evening with Bruckner’s grand Symphony No. 7, a drama of majestic horns and hushed violins building to a victorious return home.

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Sweat
Apr
10
to Apr 12

Sweat

  • Greenbelt Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 10-25; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

Through the intertwining experiences of unionized factory employees on strike against a tight-fisted management, Lynn Nottage crafts a masterful depiction of the forces that divide and conquer us. Yet along with the workers’ rage and despair, there is still poignant humor and expressive humanity in their daily lives. This Pulitzer Prize winning drama is a parable of what happens when you don’t know how to resist and provides a cautionary tale to all of us in our rapidly changing political, social and economic world.

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Sunn O)))
Apr
10
8:00 PM20:00

Sunn O)))

For nearly 30 years, SUNN O))) – Stephen O’Malley and Greg Anderson – have pushed the boundaries of heavy music, straddling the worlds of the avant-garde and rock to forge a style instantly recognisable as their own.

Now, SUNN O))) return with their first album of new material since 2019’s acclaimed Pyroclasts. Their tenth album – their debut for new label Sub Pop – demonstrates the duo’s mastery of time and space, light and dark, and their willingness to evolve their unmistakable sound into bold new forms.

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Matt Mathews: Boujee On A Budget
Apr
11
5:00 PM17:00

Matt Mathews: Boujee On A Budget

Performances: 5pm & 8pm

Matt Mathews is a comedian, singer/songwriter, and unapologetic trailblazer whose blend of raw honesty, quick wit, and Southern charm has made him one of comedy’s fastest-rising stars. Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Mathews first captured attention during the pandemic with viral “farm chore” videos that showcased his humor and authenticity, quickly building a devoted following of more than 12 million fans and generating over a billion views across social media.

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Luke Brindley
Apr
11
6:00 PM18:00

Luke Brindley

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Millennium Stage (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Luke Brindley is an NYC-based fingerstyle guitarist and singer-songwriter. His folk-based guitar repertoire draws on eclectic influences such as traditional Celtic and English music, Middle Eastern, American folk, and more.

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Tangled Vows
Apr
11
7:00 PM19:00

Tangled Vows

  • Bowie Center for the Performing Arts (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with love, laughter, and emotional twists. Tangled Vows takes you inside the lives of three couples navigating the complexities of love, marriage, and loyalty. As they face the pressures of their relationships, they turn to couples’ counseling to strengthen their bonds. But as hidden feelings and long-buried secrets are revealed, each couple must confront the consequences of what’s been left unsaid.

With emotional twists and plenty of laughs, Tangled Vows will have you reflecting on the true meaning of love, honesty, and commitment. Don’t miss this unforgettable theatrical experience!

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Oh Wonder
Apr
11
8:00 PM20:00

Oh Wonder

Featuring Wrabel

Oh Wonder is the alt-pop duo Anthony Vander West and Josephine Vander West. Their career started when they independently recorded and released one song a month for a year, starting in 2014, and culminating in the release of their debut album in 2015. The album brought the band worldwide success, and they have since released 4 more albums – Ultralife, No One Else Can Wear Your Crown, 22 Break, and 22 Make.


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Tribute to the Music of Prince
Apr
11
8:00 PM20:00

Tribute to the Music of Prince

Dive into the electrifying journey of Prince’s early career with groundbreaking albums like PrinceDirty Mind, and Controversy, where he masterfully blended religious and sexual themes. Experience the magic of his rise to superstardom with iconic albums 1999 and Purple Rain, featuring chart-topping hits like “When Doves Cry” and “Let’s Go Crazy.” Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honor the music of this legendary artist. Gather your friends, secure your tickets, and immerse yourself in the timeless sounds of Prince!

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A Princess Party: Snow White
Apr
12
2:00 PM14:00

A Princess Party: Snow White

  • Prince George's Publick Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jump into spring with a little cosplay costume and some animated magic! Join us at the Publick Playhouse for our annual Family Dress-up & Movie Day. Dress as your favorite royal character and capture memorable photos with our special guest, a real-life princess. Enjoy craft activities for kids and then settle in to watch the film Snow White (2025). Please note, this event is recommended for ages 3-12, however, everyone must have a ticket to enter.

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Bridget Everett: Big Titties, Big Dreams
Apr
12
8:00 PM20:00

Bridget Everett: Big Titties, Big Dreams

Bridget Everett has been called one of the "Funniest People in New York" by Time Out. Her film, theater and television credits include Inside Amy Schumer, Two Broke Girls, Sex And The City (movie), The Bleep Show w/Whitney Cummings, Bridget and Neal are Fcking and Adam Is Watching, At Least It’s Pink, and most recently a guest spot at Carnegie Hall performing with the legendary Patti Lupone.

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Kishi Bashi: Sonderlust 10th Anniversary Tour
Apr
12
8:00 PM20:00

Kishi Bashi: Sonderlust 10th Anniversary Tour

Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

 

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Ricardo Arjona - Lo Que El Seco No Dijo Tour
Apr
13
8:00 PM20:00

Ricardo Arjona - Lo Que El Seco No Dijo Tour

PHOTO CREDIT: Andie Borie y DG Medios

Ricardo Arjona once again surprises his fans with one of the most ambitious tours of his career: “Lo que el Seco no dijo – Tour”, which will visit more than 30 cities across the United States in four months.

Ricardo Arjona vuelve a sorprender a su fanaticada con una de las giras más ambiciosas de su carrera: “Lo que el Seco no dijo – Tour”, que recorrerá más de 30 ciudades a lo largo de 4 meses.

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Noseda: Mozart & Bach
Apr
15
to Apr 17

Noseda: Mozart & Bach

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 15-16 @7pm; Apr 17 @8pm

Thunder and lightning alongside the smiling, radiant face of a father: it’s Jupiter, the king of all gods! Experience the heavenly drama of Mozart’s Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter,” in the hands of Gianandrea Noseda, who opens the concert with Bach’s large-scale Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 and Jacques Loussier’s jazz-infused, neo-Bach Concerto for Violin and Tabla.

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Sonic Frontiers Jam Session - April
Apr
16
7:00 PM19:00

Sonic Frontiers Jam Session - April

Dates: Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 14,

Brentwood Arts Exchange is excited to host ongoing jam sessions featuring a unique, original synth and modular music style. Drop-in musicians of every genre are invited to join and contribute. Bring your instrument, plug in, and be part of the sound!

Ticket Price: $20 / Drop-in performers are free

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Demi Lovato - It's Not That Deep Tour
Apr
16
8:00 PM20:00

Demi Lovato - It's Not That Deep Tour

Grammy-nominated global superstar Demi Lovato's It's Not That Deep Tour, with special guest ADÉLA, will bring Lovato's high-energy dance-pop era to life. Featuring music from her lastest studio album, It's Not That Deep, fans can expect an electric, celebratory energy that weaves in her new dance-pop nagers with enduring hits and signature powerhouse vocals.

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Sydni Marie -  Love Is A Vibe
Apr
17
7:00 PM19:00

Sydni Marie - Love Is A Vibe

  • Bowie Center for the Performing Arts (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Sydni Marie – Love Is A Vibe is an intimate evening of soulful vocals, smooth grooves, and heartfelt storytelling. Blending R&B, jazz, and neo-soul influences, Sydni Marie delivers a warm, engaging performance that celebrates love in all its forms — spoken, sung, and felt. Audiences can expect rich melodies, powerful lyrics, and an unforgettable live music experience.

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Sweat
Apr
17
to Apr 19

Sweat

  • Greenbelt Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 10-25; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

Through the intertwining experiences of unionized factory employees on strike against a tight-fisted management, Lynn Nottage crafts a masterful depiction of the forces that divide and conquer us. Yet along with the workers’ rage and despair, there is still poignant humor and expressive humanity in their daily lives. This Pulitzer Prize winning drama is a parable of what happens when you don’t know how to resist and provides a cautionary tale to all of us in our rapidly changing political, social and economic world.

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The Music of Lennon & McCartney!
Apr
17
to Apr 18

The Music of Lennon & McCartney!

  • Laurel Mill Playhouse @ Oliver’s Old Towne Tavern (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Here it is! He is back!

The Music of Lennon & McCartney! 
One performer! All the best of the Beatles!

A show and appetizer buffet!
Friday, April 17th at 8pm followed by a Meet & Greet Appetizer Buffet at Oliver’s Old Towne Tavern located at 531 Main Street just up the street.
Cost is $30 which includes appetizer buffet. Additional food and drink are on your own. Please tip accordingly.

Dinner and  a show!
Saturday, April 18th at 6pm at Olive on Main right next to Laurel Mill Playhouse. Meet and Greet during Dinner.
Performance starts 8pm.

Cost is $45 which include $25 gift certificate which can be used for food and drink and tax. Gift certificates will be handed out at dinner. Please tip accordingly.

Questions? Contact Maureen at lmp508main@gmail.com or call 301-617-9906!

Tickets must be prepurchased in advance at www.laurelmillplayhouse.org.

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Sir Chloe
Apr
17
8:00 PM20:00

Sir Chloe

With Telescreens

Sir Chloe is the moniker of the musician and artist Dana Foote. She has been known to blend grungy guitar hooks, sharp pop instincts, and a distinctive, emotionally raw vocal style. Sir Chloe draws influence primarily from funeral dirges and early Gregorian chants, channeling artists like PJ Harvey, David Byrne, and Radiohead. Foote shirked her government name and adopted the moniker Sir Chloe in 2017. Her stage presence has been compared to the likes of a “disheveled businessman after a long day,” and a “drunk uncle.” Her debut EP Party Favors (2020) has garnered nearly a billion streams and multiple gold records. The music is taut and emotionally charged, sitting between mainstream ambition and experimental edge.

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The 57th Annual Laurel Art Guild Juried Exhibition
Apr
18
to May 31

The 57th Annual Laurel Art Guild Juried Exhibition

  • Montpelier Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit: Apr 18 - May 31

Open daily, 10am-5pm | Public Reception: May 3 @1-3pm

This annual exhibition, organized by the Laurel Art Guild, is juried by a regional professional and shows works by artists ages 18 and older in the Washington, D.C., area. The exhibit includes paintings, drawings, photographs, wall-hung sculptures, collages, and more. Cash prizes are awarded for first, second, and third place, along with three merit awards. Get involved and enjoy the support and camaraderie of your fellow local artists — more information is available at laurelartguild.org.

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Linda Bernard: From the Earth
Apr
18
to May 17

Linda Bernard: From the Earth

  • Montpelier Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exhibit: Apr 18 - May 17

Open daily, 10am-5pm | Public Reception: May 3

Ceramic is clay from the earth plus fire, colored with minerals ranging from common iron oxide to gold and silver. Linda Bernard will explore forms, images, and colors that reflect our beautiful Earth. She hopes they may inspire us with fire in our hearts to take care of our amazing home and its people.

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Nimesh Patel: With All Due Disrespect Tour
Apr
18
to Apr 19

Nimesh Patel: With All Due Disrespect Tour

Shows: Apr 18 @ 7pm & 10pm; Apr 19 @6pm

Nimesh Patel is an Emmy‑nominated comedian and writer known for sharp joke writing, prolific output, and savvy marketing. A 2023 Variety “10 Comics to Watch” pick and hailed by Vulture, he’s sold out clubs and theaters. His third self‑produced special, Lucky Lefty — about a brief testicular cancer scare — follows Thank You China and Jokes to Get You Through Quarantine; together they’ve earned millions of YouTube views. Chris Rock hired him after seeing his standup to write for the 2016 Academy Awards and tour; since then he’s written for Saturday Night Live, A Little Late with Lilly Singh, the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, and produced for Full Frontal with Samantha Bee. He’s a frequent late‑night guest on The Tonight Show and Late Night.

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Spotlight Series Presents: Aperture by Patrick Casimir
Apr
18
7:30 PM19:30

Spotlight Series Presents: Aperture by Patrick Casimir

Can you remember a time when you were truly happy/content? This Afro-modern dance concert explores how the world around you can move you into a static state of happiness, to a point where you feel that it is all you deserve.

Join Patrick Casimir for Aperture on Saturday, April 18th at 7:30 pm at Joe's Movement Emporium. Travel through movement, music, and photography on a journey of letting go and fully embracing your right to true happiness. 

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Florence + The Machine
Apr
18
7:30 PM19:30

Florence + The Machine

With special guest Sofia Isella

Prepare for an unforgettable night as Florence + The Machine bring their enchanting sound to Capital One Arena on April 18, 2026. With swirling melodies, powerful vocals, and stagecraft that blends the ethereal with the raw, this is more than a concert—it’s a full sensory journey.

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Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio
Apr
18
7:30 PM19:30

Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 18, 22, 24 @7:30pm; Apr 26 @3pm

In the wake of a car accident, the aimless young writer Fabian makes a deal with a shape-shifting demon who gives him the power to move his soul from person to person.

PLEASE NOTE: This performance includes the effect of gunfire and depicts a gun fatality.

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An Afternoon of Jazz featuring the Diy Jazz Trio and the Ten Pins
Apr
19
2:00 PM14:00

An Afternoon of Jazz featuring the Diy Jazz Trio and the Ten Pins

Performances: Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

The DIY Jazz Trio plays a diverse amalgam of standards, contemporary jazz, blues and R&B, including original music as well.

About The Ten-Pins…

The Ten-Pins are a Maryland based band that plays an eclectic mix of early rock, jazz, blues and swing.

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Family Square Dance at Joe's
Apr
19
3:00 PM15:00

Family Square Dance at Joe's

Join Becky Hill for Family Square Dance at Joe's on Dance on April 19th from 3-5 PM. Enjoy instruction from Becky Hill, accompanied by the Hamlin Street String Band.

All dances taught: Square dances, Two-steps, Waltzes, Line dances, Circle dances & more!

No experience or dance partner necessary! Beginners welcome! All ages!

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An Evening With KUN
Apr
19
7:30 PM19:30

An Evening With KUN

Cai Xukun, professionally known as KUN, is a boundarybreaking singersongwriter, producer, and fashion icon whose influence spans music, media, and culture. With a genredefying sound and an unmistakable sense of style, he has become one of Asia’s most compelling and dynamic artists, amassing over 60 million followers across social platforms. Now entering a bold new chapter, KUN makes his international debut under pioneering global music company 88rising. His 88rising debut single, “Deadman,” topped seven major Chinese music charts on release day, earned TME Gold certification in just four days, accumulated 4.5+ million saves in its first month, and peaked at #1 on Apple Music China while reaching #2 on the Apple Music Global Chart.

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Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio
Apr
22
7:30 PM19:30

Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 18, 22, 24 @7:30pm; Apr 26 @3pm

In the wake of a car accident, the aimless young writer Fabian makes a deal with a shape-shifting demon who gives him the power to move his soul from person to person.

PLEASE NOTE: This performance includes the effect of gunfire and depicts a gun fatality.

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Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio
Apr
24
7:30 PM19:30

Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 18, 22, 24 @7:30pm; Apr 26 @3pm

In the wake of a car accident, the aimless young writer Fabian makes a deal with a shape-shifting demon who gives him the power to move his soul from person to person.

PLEASE NOTE: This performance includes the effect of gunfire and depicts a gun fatality.

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Assassins!
Apr
24
to Apr 26

Assassins!

  • Laurel Mill Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 3-12, Apr 24-May 3; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

A multiple Tony Award–winning tour de force, Assassins pairs Sondheim’s sharp lyrics and music with a panoramic look at America’s celebrity culture and the violent lengths some pursue it via four successful and five attempted presidential assassins. Bold, original, disturbing, and darkly funny, the one-act “revusical” exposes nine lives—from John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald—as writers Sondheim and John Weidman blur time and space, letting assassins from different eras meet, influence one another, and pursue harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream.


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Comedy Night with Miss Gayle & Friends
Apr
24
8:00 PM20:00

Comedy Night with Miss Gayle & Friends

A spellbinding and hilarious lady, Miss Gayle began her comedy career at Jeff Valdez Comedy Club in Colorado Springs in 1992. After a standing ovation for her first performance, she was hooked. Born in Chatham, Virginia, and now residing in Danville, Virginia, she has been amusing audiences since age six. Known for her down-home humor, Miss Gayle is bright, energetic, and outrageously funny. She has headlined and featured before sold-out audiences nationwide, opened for national acts, and appeared on national television. She performs across the U.S. and abroad, captivating audiences with humor and charm.

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NSO Presents: Khatia Buniatishvili
Apr
24
8:00 PM20:00

NSO Presents: Khatia Buniatishvili

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Pianist Khatia Buniatishvili, “a rock star in the classical music world” (New York Post), performs works by Schubert and Liszt ranging from intimate poetry to high-voltage power. Opening with Schubert’s heavenly Piano Sonata in B flat major D 960, the evening continues with Liszt’s arrangement of Schubert’s Gretchen am Spinnrade—along with Liszt’s Mephisto Waltz No. 1, Consolation No. 3, and Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6.

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Sweat
Apr
24
to Apr 25

Sweat

  • Greenbelt Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 10-25; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

Through the intertwining experiences of unionized factory employees on strike against a tight-fisted management, Lynn Nottage crafts a masterful depiction of the forces that divide and conquer us. Yet along with the workers’ rage and despair, there is still poignant humor and expressive humanity in their daily lives. This Pulitzer Prize winning drama is a parable of what happens when you don’t know how to resist and provides a cautionary tale to all of us in our rapidly changing political, social and economic world.

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Annual Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea, and the Arts
Apr
25
10:00 AM10:00

Annual Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea, and the Arts

Held rain or shine.
Welcome spring and delight in the sights and sounds of nature, art, and history at this fun festival for the entire family, hosted by Montpelier Arts Center and Montpelier Historic Site & Museum! Explore the vendor Marketplace, relax to live music, attend a talk on gardening, tour the museum, and indulge in a picnic tea box. Visit the resident artist’s studios at the Arts Center, watch art demonstrations, paint the Montpelier bird, and create spring-themed crafts. Stroll the galleries and view the exhibitions of Amanda Spaid, Linda Bernard, and the Laurel Art Guild. At 1 pm, join us in the Main Gallery for a free performance by classical guitarist Gwenyth Aggeler.

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Maryland Day 2026
Apr
25
10:00 AM10:00

Maryland Day 2026

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore the creativity of Terps and the local community on Maryland Day! This annual campuswide open house features artistic and creative performances, experiences and activities at The Clarice, and across the University of Maryland campus. Bring your family and your friends for a day of fun and frolic!

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Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Apr
25
to Apr 26

Dallas Black Dance Theatre

  • Prince George's Publick Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 25 @ 7pm; Apr 26 @4pm

For nearly 50 years, the Dallas Black Dance Theatre has mesmerized audiences with its spellbinding performances and educational programs that bridge cultures and reach diverse communities. Founded in 1976, DBDT is the oldest, continuously operating professional dance company in Dallas. The ensemble, a contemporary modern dance company, consists of experienced, full-time dancers performing a mixed repertory of modern, jazz, ethnic, and spiritual works by nationally and internationally known choreographers. Their repertoire includes works by Alvin Ailey, Elisa Monte, Milton Myers, Asadata Dafora, Matthew Rushing, Christopher L. Huggins, Twyla Tharp, and others.

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"One More Night" with Yasmin Levy
Apr
25
7:30 PM19:30

"One More Night" with Yasmin Levy

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Internationally acclaimed singer Yasmin Levy returns to the United States with One More Night with Yasmin Levy, an intimate concert blending the rich heritage of Ladino music with flamenco, Mediterranean influences, and contemporary sound. Performing beloved songs alongside traditional Ladino pieces, Levy creates a deeply emotional musical journey filled with timeless stories, expressive arrangements, and her unmistakable voice.

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The Magnificent Mazowsze
Apr
25
8:00 PM20:00

The Magnificent Mazowsze

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Opera House (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The State Folk Song and Dance Ensemble “Mazowsze” is one of the largest artistic ensembles in the world. Founded in 1948 by the composer, symphonist, conductor, and educator Tadeusz Sygietynski, and later led by his wife, Mira Ziminska-Sygietynska, it has for nearly 80 years cultivated and fulfilled its mission of promoting Polish culture on stages around the world.

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YCA on Tour, ensemble
Apr
26
2:00 PM14:00

YCA on Tour, ensemble

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theater (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

YCA on Tour brings together rising stars and esteemed alumni in a dynamic string chamber ensemble, offering a uniquely curated program that showcases each artist’s individuality through rarely-heard repertoire spanning diverse styles and genres.

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Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio
Apr
26
3:00 PM15:00

Jake Heggie's If I Were You: Maryland Opera Studio

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 18, 22, 24 @7:30pm; Apr 26 @3pm

In the wake of a car accident, the aimless young writer Fabian makes a deal with a shape-shifting demon who gives him the power to move his soul from person to person.

PLEASE NOTE: This performance includes the effect of gunfire and depicts a gun fatality.

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Rock, Paper, Scissors: A Celebration of World Collage Day
Apr
28
11:00 AM11:00

Rock, Paper, Scissors: A Celebration of World Collage Day

Led by resident artist Racquel Keller, this dynamic, hands-on collage workshop is designed to inspire creativity and facilitate the exploration of this versatile art form. Listen to music (the rock) as you dive into the world of collage (the paper and scissors), creating unique pieces using a wide range of materials while learning the history and techniques behind the medium.

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The Book of Mormon
Apr
28
to May 3

The Book of Mormon

  • The National Theatre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 28 - May 3

Photos by Julieta Cervantes

This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation.

Contains explicit language.

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Dinastia Tour by Peso Pluma, Tito Double P & Friends
Apr
28
8:00 PM20:00

Dinastia Tour by Peso Pluma, Tito Double P & Friends

DINASTÍA by Peso Pluma & Friends Tour, following the massive success of his collaborative album DINASTÍA with Tito Double P. After selling out two previous U.S. tours, Peso Pluma returns with a bold new live show featuring elevated production, immersive creative elements, and a rotating lineup of special guest appearances by his friends in select cities, bringing the DINASTÍA by Peso Pluma & Friends Tour to 30 cities across the country.

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Assassins!
May
1
to May 3

Assassins!

  • Laurel Mill Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Apr 3-12, Apr 24-May 3; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

A multiple Tony Award–winning tour de force, Assassins pairs Sondheim’s sharp lyrics and music with a panoramic look at America’s celebrity culture and the violent lengths some pursue it via four successful and five attempted presidential assassins. Bold, original, disturbing, and darkly funny, the one-act “revusical” exposes nine lives—from John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald—as writers Sondheim and John Weidman blur time and space, letting assassins from different eras meet, influence one another, and pursue harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream.


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Sonic Frontiers Jam Session - May
May
14
7:00 PM19:00

Sonic Frontiers Jam Session - May

Dates: Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 14,

Brentwood Arts Exchange is excited to host ongoing jam sessions featuring a unique, original synth and modular music style. Drop-in musicians of every genre are invited to join and contribute. Bring your instrument, plug in, and be part of the sound!

Ticket Price: $20 / Drop-in performers are free

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Sonic Frontiers Experimental Electronic Music Festival
May
23
5:00 PM17:00

Sonic Frontiers Experimental Electronic Music Festival

With intriguing soundscapes and dazzling visuals, Sonic Frontiers curates eclectic, improvisatory experiences with live electronic music and projection art. With a focus on community engagement, The DC Modular Collective members will host fall and spring mini-electronic music festivals at Brentwood Arts Exchange, presenting featured headliners, inviting drop-in performances, and offering hands-on education, demonstrations, and insight into this unique art form.

Ticket Price: $20

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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series
Jul
9
12:00 PM12:00

Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series

Series Dates: Mar 12, Mar 26, Jul 9, Jul 23, Sep 10, Sep 24

Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it. Each presentation will focus on a specific group of people and will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight locals who participated in them. These virtual lectures are free, but registration is required.

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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series
Jul
23
12:00 PM12:00

Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series

Series Dates: Mar 12, Mar 26, Jul 9, Jul 23, Sep 10, Sep 24

Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it. Each presentation will focus on a specific group of people and will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight locals who participated in them. These virtual lectures are free, but registration is required.

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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series
Sep
10
12:00 PM12:00

Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series

Series Dates: Mar 12, Mar 26, Jul 9, Jul 23, Sep 10, Sep 24

Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it. Each presentation will focus on a specific group of people and will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight locals who participated in them. These virtual lectures are free, but registration is required.

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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series
Sep
24
12:00 PM12:00

Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series

Series Dates: Mar 12, Mar 26, Jul 9, Jul 23, Sep 10, Sep 24

Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it. Each presentation will focus on a specific group of people and will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight locals who participated in them. These virtual lectures are free, but registration is required.

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BCPA & Anna Mwalagho Present: “Never Thought I Was Black Till I Came to America”
Mar
15
7:00 PM19:00

BCPA & Anna Mwalagho Present: “Never Thought I Was Black Till I Came to America”

  • Bowie Center for the Performing Arts (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Never Thought I Was Black Till I Came to America is a riveting one-woman theatrical experience by Anna Mwalagho — actress, singer, poet, storyteller, and cultural truth-teller. Through an unforgettable blend of comedy, storytelling, poetry, prose, music, and lived anecdotes, Mwalagho invites audiences into her deeply personal journey of identity, migration, and belonging.

The play follows an African woman’s journey in America, where race, culture, and identity collide. With wit and honesty, Mwalagho shows that migration is a human constant, but each trip brings its own cost, courage, and change. Funny, moving, and thought-provoking, the show uses laughter to open audiences to lasting questions. Its closing line — “At some point, we have all been immigrants, searching for a place called home in a foreign land” — leaves viewers both challenged and comforted.

Never Thought I Was Black Till I Came to America, written and performed by Anna Mwalagho and directed by Mkawasi Mcharo Hall, celebrates African identity, shared humanity, and the stories often ignored. It is more than a performance; it is a movement.

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By the Way, Meeting Vera Stark
Mar
14
to Mar 15

By the Way, Meeting Vera Stark

  • Laurel Mill Playhouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Performances: Feb 20 - Mar 15; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK is a seventy-year journey through the life of Vera Stark, a headstrong African-American maid and budding actress, and her tangled relationship with her boss, a white Hollywood star desperately grasping to hold on to her career.

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Moe
Mar
14
8:00 PM20:00

Moe

Performances: Mar 13 & 14 @8pm

Thirty-five years ago, a posse of University of Buffalo-based musician-friends got together to play music. Out of freewheeling sessions bursting with bold, genre-defying creativity and tongue-in-cheek humor, a 6-headed monster named moe. emerged.

$1 from every ticket sold goes to Eddie’s Hugs. Eddie’s Hugs is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing awareness, reducing stigma, and supporting those affected by mental illness. Inspired by the life of Eddie Derhak, we strive to offer connection, compassion, and hope to individuals of all ages, especially young adults, through advocacy, education, and community outreach. By encouraging simple acts of kindness, like the power of a hug, we aim to create a culture where no one struggles alone, and everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. Our mission is to raise awareness, fund mental health initiatives, and help prevent suicide-one hug, one heart, one life at a time.

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Noseda conducts Brahms’ Third Carlos Simon World Premiere
Mar
14
8:00 PM20:00

Noseda conducts Brahms’ Third Carlos Simon World Premiere

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (map)
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Performances: Mar 12 @7pm, Mar 13-14 @8pm

Gianandrea Noseda conducts the world premiere of Carlos Simon’s Double Concerto Suite, a work that expands the dialogue between violin, cello, and orchestra. To close, warmth and bravado unfold in Brahms’ introspective Symphony No. 3.

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Brit Floyd - The Moon, The Wall and Beyond
Mar
14
to Mar 15

Brit Floyd - The Moon, The Wall and Beyond

Performances: Mar 14 & 15 @8pm

Brit Floyd’s 2026 World Tour, "The Moon, The Wall, and Beyond," is a major production celebrating Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall, featuring hits like "Comfortably Numb" and "Time" alongside other classics. The tour kicks off in North America on February 9, 2026, in Hamilton, Ontario, with dates running through March and beyond, including major stops in Boston, D.C., and Florida.

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NSO Presents: Alexandra Dovgan
Mar
14
3:00 PM15:00

NSO Presents: Alexandra Dovgan

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Concert Hall (map)
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A “revelation” at the 2018 International Grand Piano Competition in Moscow where she stormed to victory at the age of 10, Alexandra Dovgan has become a teenage piano phenomenon with sold-out concerts worldwide. Witness her extraordinary talent in a performance of Chopin’s passionate Piano Sonata No. 3, Prokofiev’s complex Piano Sonata No. 2, and more. Please note: the NSO does not perform on this program.

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Women Playing Hamlet
Mar
14
to Mar 15

Women Playing Hamlet

  • Bowie Playhouse @ Whitemarsh Park (map)
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Performances: March 6-22; Fri: 7:30pm; Sat/Sun: 2pm

Struggling TV soap actress Jessica is offered a role she's not sure she wants - Hamlet. As she copes with the insane idea (and the occasional threatening text from Sir Patrick Stewart), she encounters a wide-ranging ensemble of challenging characters - including an abusive acting coach, a bratty hacker niece, a cougar mom, a worldwise bartender, a sexist creep professor and a Shakespearean gravedigger - all played by women. Jessica's journey to find herself in the role is a humorous and insightful exploration of gender, identity, and the challenges of acting.

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The Sea Beyond the Ocean
Mar
14
to Mar 15

The Sea Beyond the Ocean

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Family Theater (map)
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Performances: Feb 28 - Mar 15, various hours; Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. is a sensory-friendly performance.

Embark on a quest to find the ending to an unfinished story.

Nine-year-old Scooter, a boy with an imagination larger than the sky, becomes obsessed with a fantasy book series. To his dismay, author Poppy Carousel never finished the final book. While grappling with his own personal loss, Scooter embarks on a quest to find Poppy and the missing ending.

Will Scooter discover the answers he’s looking for? Who else will he meet along the way? Join Scooter on a journey full of surprises in this world premiere Kennedy Center commissioned play written by Doug Robinson and directed by KenYatta Rogers.

Most enjoyed by ages 9+


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The Sea Beyond the Ocean
Mar
14
to Mar 15

The Sea Beyond the Ocean

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Family Theater (map)
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Performances: Feb 28 - Mar 15

A boy named Scooter goes on a quest to find the author and missing ending of his favorite book series in this world premiere play.

Please note, this production uses haze and fog special effects.

For Ages 9+

Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. is a sensory-friendly performance.

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Mame Ndiaye: Glimpses of Heaven
Mar
14
10:00 AM10:00

Mame Ndiaye: Glimpses of Heaven

Exhibition: Jan 20 - Mar 14 | Public Reception: Jan 24 | Artist Talk: Feb 21

Gallery hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Closed Sun

In Glimpses of Heaven, Mame Ndiaye invites viewers into a dazzling world of mixed media works that sparkle with vibrancy and imagination. Using glitter as a central medium, Ndiaye creates otherworldly pieces that evoke a sense of transcendence and wonder. Each artwork is a luminous exploration of light, color, and texture, offering fleeting moments of beauty that transport viewers into a dreamlike space. Through Glimpses of Heaven, Ndiaye captures the ephemeral nature of joy and the magic found in the simplest, most radiant elements of life.

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Genuine
Mar
14
10:00 AM10:00

Genuine

Exhibition: Jan 20 - Mar 14 | Public Reception: Jan 24 | Artist Talk: Feb 21

Artist and Curator Asha Elana Casey

Gallery hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Closed Sun

Curated by Asha Elana Casey in honor of Black History Month, Genuine celebrates the depth, resilience, and authenticity of Black artistic expression. Featuring works by Lionel Frazier White III, Khaleelah Harris, Jessica Valoris, and Desmond Beach, this exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage, and truth through a range of materials and perspectives. Genuine highlights the power of storytelling and cultural reflection, offering a compelling tribute to the legacy and future of Black artistry.

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Jazzmeia Horn
Mar
13
8:00 PM20:00

Jazzmeia Horn

Grammy nominee Jazzmeia Horn released her fourth album, Messages, in 2024. The New York Times raves, “Horn is among the most exciting young vocalists in jazz, with a proud traditionalism that keeps her tightly linked to the sound of classic figures like Nancy Wilson and Betty Carter, but a vivacity of spirit and conviction that places her firmly in the present.”

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Vir Das: Hey Stranger
Mar
13
7:30 PM19:30

Vir Das: Hey Stranger

Emmy-winning comedian and actor, Vir Das, is launching his "Hey Stranger" 2026 world tour, featuring 21 US cities starting February 27 in Chicago, followed by international dates. The show serves as an "ode to the stranger," focusing on connection, the immigrant experience, and stories from his 15-year career.

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The New Edition Way Tour
Mar
13
7:00 PM19:00

The New Edition Way Tour

The New Edition Way Tour brings together three of music’s most enduring and influential acts: New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. This landmark event celebrates music, legacy, and connection, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience these legendary artists performing together on a dynamic 360° stage in an up-close and immersive concert experience.

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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series
Mar
12
12:00 PM12:00

Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series

Series Dates: Mar 12, Mar 26, Jul 9, Jul 23, Sep 10, Sep 24

Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it. Each presentation will focus on a specific group of people and will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight locals who participated in them. These virtual lectures are free, but registration is required.

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Macbeth
Mar
11
to Mar 12

Macbeth

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre (map)
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Performances: Mar 6, 7, 10, 11 & 12

Macbeth and Lady M will stop at nothing to fulfill a prophecy and ascend to power but the consequences of their ambition threaten everything. All performances will have open integrated captioning.

Presented by the School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies

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The Millennium Tour Presents: The Boys 4 Life Tour
Mar
8
7:30 PM19:30

The Millennium Tour Presents: The Boys 4 Life Tour

The moment fans have been eagerly anticipating has finally arrived. After two decades, one of the most iconic R&B groups, B2K, who are celebrating their 25th anniversary, officially reunite for the “Boys 4 Life” Tour. The tour also marks more than 20 years since B2K and Bow Wow, who is co-headlining, first shared the stage during 2002’s Scream Tour II, a pivotal cultural milestone that helped define a generation.  

Additional performances by other sensational artists—including Jeremih, Waka Flocka, Amerie, Yung Joc, Crime Mob, Franchize Boyz with special guests Pretty Ricky—promise an unforgettable celebration of music, and nostalgia—a true return to where it started.

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Richard Goode, piano
Mar
8
3:00 PM15:00

Richard Goode, piano

  • Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dekelboum Concert Hall (map)
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Pianist Richard Goode, an Avery Fisher Prize and Grammy winner, is a leading interpreter known for nuanced playing. He opens with two Haydn sonata renditions, then presents "Fancies and Goodnights," short pieces by Bizet, Gluck, Rameau, Gesualdo and others chosen for their beauty and unpredictability, and concludes with Schubert’s final and celebrated Piano Sonata in B-flat Major.

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By the Way, Meeting Vera Stark
Mar
7
to Mar 8

By the Way, Meeting Vera Stark

  • Laurel Mill Playhouse (map)
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Performances: Feb 20 - Mar 15; Fri/Sat: 8pm; Sun: 2pm

BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK is a seventy-year journey through the life of Vera Stark, a headstrong African-American maid and budding actress, and her tangled relationship with her boss, a white Hollywood star desperately grasping to hold on to her career.

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John Ruffin Presents "Living All Alone"
Mar
7
to Mar 8

John Ruffin Presents "Living All Alone"

Performances: Mar 7 @ 2pm & 7pm; Mar 8 @ 2pm

"Living All Alone" is a biographical musical chronicling the brilliant career and tragic personal life of R&B icon Phyllis Hyman. The play explores her immense talent, battle with bipolar disorder, addiction, and the profound loneliness and heartbreak she experienced despite her public success, culminating in her suicide in 1995.

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Harlem Globetrotters: The 100 Year Tour
Mar
7
1:00 PM13:00

Harlem Globetrotters: The 100 Year Tour

This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping “No Way!” moves, 100 Years of “Wow!” and 100 Years Heart-Pounding Thrills! From gravity-defying dunks to game-changing tricks, experience the team that redefined basketball!  This is history you can feel and a celebration of 100 years of over-the-top FUN with all-new surprises like the Golden Basketball by Spalding(R). This is a fan celebration from the moment you arrive with epic new pre-game magic, unforgettable post-game interactions, and the most fan-fueled experience in sports.  This is your only chance to be part of The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour.

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