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Local Dance Commissioning Project
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Local Dance Commissioning Project will accept project applications for the 2013 Award between November 1, 2012 and January 18, 2013. Learn more
Schedule
List of upcoming Millennium Stage performances.
Archives
Search for your favorite past performances and watch them online.
P.A.F.E.
Learn about the goals and mission of the Performing Arts for Everyone initiative.
Conservatory Project
Music's rising stars from the nation's top conservatories performing in the Terrace Theater
Note: There is no free parking when attending or picking up tickets for free events.
Video Highlights
The Domestic Crusaders 11/14/2010
Furia Flamenca 10/10/10
They Might Be Giants 10/2/2010
Ozomatli 9/15/2010
Broadway Today & Tomorrow 2/1/2009
And More ...
- Let Freedom Ring January 19, 2009
- Ondrej Havelka and his Melody Makers June 26, 2007
- The Roaring 40s November 23, 2006
- Polyphonic Spree October 1, 2004
Performances from the Past Week
May 23, 2013 -
Watch this Performance Bulgarian-born dancer/choreographer and five-time Metro DC Dance Awards recipient Kassabova returns in an evening of small works in collaboration with NY-based dancer/choreographer Kelly.
Featured Artist(s): Raja “Feather” Kelly Tzveta Kassabova
May 22, 2013 -
Watch this Performance The classical guitarist, composer, pianist, 2011 YoungArts alumnus, and U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts plays in an evening of spectacular music by Albeniz, Piazzolla, Tarrega, and others. Part of National YoungArts Foundation’s YoungArts Week.
Featured Artist(s): Tim Callobre
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
May 14, 2013 -
Watch this Performance Students perform a program of classical works.
Featured Artist(s): Joseph and Goldie Feder Memorial String Competition
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
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
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
May 10, 2013 -
Watch this Performance Students showcase their instrumental talent.
Featured Artist(s): Boonsboro High School Big Band and Vocal Jazz Ensemble
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
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
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
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): Paul Oorts Karen Ashbrook
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
May 4, 2013 -
Watch this Performance Enjoy an hour-long preview of musical highlights from Washington National Opera’s new production.
Featured Artist(s): The Washington Balalaika Society Orchestra Washington National Opera Insights Washington National Opera Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program
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): NSO Prelude Christoph Eschenbach
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
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
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
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
The Millennium Stage was created and underwritten by James A. Johnson and Maxine Isaacs to make the performing arts accessible to everyone in fulfillment of the Kennedy Center's mission to its community and the nation.
The Millennium Stage is brought to the public by Target Stores, with additional funding provided by
Capital One Bank, DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, The Isadore and Bertha Gudelsky Family Foundation, Inc.,
The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation, Jaylee M. Mead†, The Meredith Foundation,
The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation,
Suzy and Bob Pence, Dr. Deborah Rose and Dr. Jan A.J. Stolwijk, Thomas W. Haas Foundation,
U.S. Department of Education, and the Millennium Stage Endowment Fund.
Millennium Stage Endowment Fund - James A. Johnson and Maxine Isaacs, Fannie Mae Foundation,
James V. Kimsey, Gilbert† and Jaylee† Mead, Mortgage Bankers Association of America, Anonymous,
and other gifts to secure the future of the Millennium Stage.




