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Performances from the Past Week

May 21, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The three—2010 YoungArts Alumni in dance, U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts, and Juilliard students—come together to premiere a new dance choreographed by the trio. Ida Saki appears courtesy of Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet. Part of National YoungArts Foundation’s YoungArts Week.
Featured Artist(s): Austin Goodwin Robbie Moore Ida Saki

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May 20, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The collaborative ensemble featuring New York-based experimental jazz group Burnt Sugar the Arkestra Chamber and D.C. Go-Go players Donnell Floyd, Go-Go Mickey, and Kenny “Kwick” Gross, offers a performance of DRUMS ALONG THE POTOMAC–A Global Go-Go Fantasia, a new polyrhythmic and romantic orchestral Go-Go suite. The evening will feature a post-show discussion with WPFW's Bobby Hill. Co-commissioned by the Kennedy Center for the Millennium Stage and Lincoln Center for its Target^® Free Thursdays series at the David Rubenstein Atrium.
Featured Artist(s): Burnt Sugar

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May 19, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The DC–based experimental rock band combines evocative music, unique vocals, and narrative film.
Featured Artist(s): Drop Electric

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May 18, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The Millennium Stage presents a performance by the acclaimed group as part of the Kennedy Center’s annual Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival.
Featured Artist(s): Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra

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May 17, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The pianist plays classical works. Presented in cooperation with the Embassy of Romania as part of the “European Month of Culture.”
Featured Artist(s): Silvan Negrutiu

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May 16, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Four separate chamber ensembles play Saint-Saëns’ Septet for Trumpet, String Quintet, and Piano; Schuman’s Divertimento for Wind Quintet and Percussion; Prokofiev’s String Quartet No. 2; and Beethoven’s “Ghost” Piano Trio.
Featured Artist(s): NSO Youth Fellows

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May 15, 2013 - This performance is not available for viewing.

WNO presents highlights from its 2013–2014 season, featuring main stage artists, members of the Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program, and the WNO Orchestra.

 

IN THE OPERA HOUSE
Featured Artist(s): Washington National Opera Washington National Opera Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program

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May 14, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Students perform a program of classical works.
Featured Artist(s): Joseph and Goldie Feder Memorial String Competition

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May 13, 2013 - Watch this Performance
A sampling of dance from three groups participating in the transatlantic hip-hop festival, including J’arrive, a solo by Cie De Fakto; Amor, a duo by Danse 2xs Mexico; Caïn, a solo by Cie Sébastien Parrault; and Petit bal de rue, a duo by Cie De Fakto.
Featured Artist(s): Alliance Française Urban Corps Festival

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May 12, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Gifted students from the D.C. community perform a program of classical works. IN THE TERRACE THEATER
Featured Artist(s): DC Youth Orchestra

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May 11, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The Virginia-based dance company offers a performance to promote educational and culturally enhanced awareness of life.
Featured Artist(s): Kista Tucker Insights

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May 10, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Students showcase their instrumental talent.
Featured Artist(s): Boonsboro High School Big Band and Vocal Jazz Ensemble

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May 9, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Georgetown University’s premier Greek dance troupe performs a program of traditional dances. Presented in cooperation with the Embassy of Greece as part of the “European Month of Culture.”
Featured Artist(s): Dynami

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May 8, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Students from the DC area community music school play works by Mozart, Handel, and others.
Featured Artist(s): The Levine School of Music

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May 7, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The band plays traditional music infused with new energy and inspired by the golden era of Irish-American dance halls. Presented in cooperation with the Embassy of Ireland as part of the “European Month of Culture.”
Featured Artist(s): Old Bay Céilí Band

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May 6, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The multi-instrumentalist is joined by his musician wife on the hammered dulcimer and wooden flute for a program of traditional instrumental music. Presented in cooperation with the Embassy of Belgium as part of the “European Month of Culture.”
Featured Artist(s): Karen Ashbrook Paul Oorts

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May 5, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Students perform a cabaret of classics from the Broadway stage, under the direction of Scot Reese.
Featured Artist(s): University of Maryland Musical Theatre Program

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May 4, 2013 - Watch this Performance
Enjoy an hour-long preview of musical highlights from Washington National Opera’s new production.
Featured Artist(s): Washington National Opera Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program The Washington Balalaika Society Orchestra Washington National Opera Insights

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May 3, 2013 - This performance is not available for viewing.

The Kennedy Center and National Symphony Orchestra Music Director plays piano accompanied by the guest violinist.
Featured Artist(s): Christoph Eschenbach NSO Prelude

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May 2, 2013 - Watch this Performance
A spotlight on exemplary instrumental programs from the region.
Featured Artist(s): Potomac Falls High School Guitar Quartet Yorktown High School Jazz Band

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May 1, 2013 - Watch this Performance
A showcase of premier vocal programs from the D.C. metro area.
Featured Artist(s): W.T. Woodson Select Vocal Ensemble Matthew Henson Middle School Players

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April 30, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The world-renowned ensemble performs as part of the Blues Alley Big Band Jam! and to celebrate International Jazz Day.
Featured Artist(s): The U.S. Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors

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April 29, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The group offers a free dance performance as part of its mission to foster an environment for dance in the D.C. metropolitan area that is stable, inclusive, sustainable, and evolutionary.
Featured Artist(s): Dance Metro DC

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April 28, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The quintet has performed in multiple venues throughout the U.S. including some of the nation’s most prestigious conservatories.
Featured Artist(s): U.S. Army Woodwind Quintet

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April 27, 2013 - Watch this Performance
The group, which consistently presents accomplished singers early in their careers in a full range of repertoire, offers a classical vocal recital.
Featured Artist(s): Vocal Arts Society

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