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Ford’s Theatre brings ‘Sister Act’ to life in Washington, D.C.

Having wowed on film and stage for decades, “Sister Act,” is at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. with a story, music and actors that...

DMV Fine Arts Honor Awards: Celebrating Black Excellence

The District, Maryland and Virginia greater Washington area — often called the DMV — has long been a region where Black excellence has become...

Washington Performing Arts Gala: Celebrating the Power of Arts

As the nation grapples with political division, federal office closures, thousands of employees furloughed, and the eradication of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programming,...

Trump takes control of Kennedy Center, sparks cultural backlash

In a further step toward consolidating power and turning America into a dictatorship, President Donald Trump has taken control of the John F. Kennedy...

Sequoia REDWOOD’s quartet shines at Kennedy Center’s Studio K Club

Young artists such as Sequoia REDWOOD Snyder’s quartet, who performed recently at the Kennedy Center’s Studio K Club, highlight the strong future of jazz.The...

Green Book exhibit honors D.C. businesses

Historically, the “Green Book,” also known by its full name, “The Negro Motorist Green Book,” was necessary for African Americans seeking safe travel information...

Alvin Ailey’s Legacy in Motion: Celebrating Judith Jamison

After the death of the company’s Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison in November 2024, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre is devoting the 2025 season...

Beyoncé wins Album of the Year at 67th Grammys, first Black woman since Lauryn Hill

Fifth time’s the charm for Beyoncé, who received her first-ever Album of the Year title on Sunday at the 67th annual Grammy Awards, culminating...

Irv Gotti, founder of Murder Inc. Records, dies at 54

Hip-hop icon and record executive Irving “Irv Gotti” Lorenzo Jr., the mastermind behind Murder Inc. Records, has died at 54.The cause of death has...

Black History Month: D.C. events to kick off February

Happy Black History Month! This week is full of events to kick off February. From a Black film showcase to early Valentine’s celebrations, check out...

Kennedy Center and NEA leadership changes in January

The last week in January saw two significant resignations in the arts world. Deborah Rutter, who became president of the Kennedy Center in 2014,...

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