Annelies
4/22/2018 at 6:00 PM

Annelies is a choral work for soprano soloist, choir, and instrumentalists. The libretto is compiled and translated  by Melanie Challenger from The Diary of Anne Frank, with music by James Whitbourn. Annelies is the full forename of Anne Frank, now commonly referred to by her abbreviated forename, Anne. This captivating work is a masterful selection of texts from Anne Frank’s diary in a celebration of the young girl’s affirmation of life. The performance includes Colla Voce (Chamber Choir) directed by Larry Wyatt, soprano Ariana Wyatt, a piano trio (David Ehrlich, Benjamin Wyat, Teresa Ehrlich), and clarinetist Phil Paglialonga.

NSO Prelude
4/21/2018 at 6:00 PM

NSO Prelude: Musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra play a program of works by Maurice Ravel, August Klughardt, and Francis Poulenc. Flautist Leah Arsenault, oboeist Jamie Roberts, clarinetist Kristin King, horn player Robert Rearden, bassoonist Samuel Blair, and pianist Jamila Tekalli perform.

NSO Youth Fellows
4/20/2018 at 6:00 PM

NSO Youth Fellows: The NSO Youth Fellows offer a recital of solo performances.

Comedy at the Kennedy Center: Let’s Make A Website
4/19/2018 at 6:00 PM

IN THE FAMILY THEATER

Join rock-star computer programmer Mark Vigeant as he takes audience suggestions and builds and launches a completely new original website onstage—that is, if he can overcome his ego. Check out previous websites built at http://letsmakeaweb.site. (With special help from Kevin J. Dolan.)
This program contains mature themes and strong language.

Free general admission tickets will be distributed in the Hall of States starting at approximately 5 p.m., up to two tickets per person.

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National Cherry Blossom Festival: Kana Uemera
4/18/2018 at 6:00 PM

Japanese singer, songwriter, and guitarist Kana Uemura sings J-Pop (Japanese pop music) and American pop music, including her original songs in both English and Japanese at the concert. The New York City-based artist’s concert will be appealing to both young and old generations in all races who love music.

Presented in collaboration with the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

From The Rich Dark Earth
4/17/2018 at 6:00 PM

Multi-instrumentalist and composer Abraham Brody brings Lithuanian traditions into the contemporary music and collaborations he creates. Collaborating with Lithuanian vocal TRYS KETURIOSE (singing ancient ritual sutartines), Brody illuminates through a contemporary lense the strong connection to the ancient traditions that these cultures offer. 

This show is not available for viewing

Washington Renaissance Orchestra Celebrates JAM (Jazz Appreciation Month)
4/16/2018 at 6:00 PM

In a special Jazz Appreciation Month event, the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage presents The Washington Renaissance Orchestra (WRO), featuring special guest vocalist Christie Dashiell. This performance is a celebration of improvisation on an American art form and national treasure—jazz with the The Washington Renaissance Orchestra’s formidable 16-member ensemble, led by drummer Nasar Abadey and pianist Allyn Johnson, who are the Artistic and Music Directors respectively.

Presented in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts.

SHIFT: United States Air Force Strings
4/15/2018 at 6:00 PM

The United States Air Force Strings from Washington, D.C., will present a diverse performance of classic and new literature for string orchestra.

Presented as a part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras.

SHIFT: American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (AYPO)
4/14/2018 at 6:00 PM

Students from the Chamber Ensemble Program of the American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (AYPO) perform a variety of works from the 18th and 19th centuries. The program will include selections from Beethoven’s Trio for Clarinet, Cello and Piano; Dvorak’s ‘American’ String Quartet; Goepfart’s Woodwind Quartet; and Schubert’s Octet for Strings.

Presented as a part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras.

SHIFT: Metropolitan Youth Orchestra (MYO)
4/13/2018 at 6:00 PM

The Metropolitan Youth Orchestra (MYO), a youth and family development program of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, is designed to use the life skills learned through music instruction to engage youth in activities that discourage at-risk behaviors and keep them committed to staying in school. As part of their performance on the Millennium Stage, the ensemble will be joined by adult members of the Second Chance Strings workshop for a performance of Pachelbel’s Canon in D. MYO will perform the remainder of the program on their own.

Presented as a part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras.

SHIFT: Hip-Hop Orchestra of the University of Maryland
4/12/2018 at 6:00 PM

This next generation of DMV artists color sound with spirit using a diverse palette of personality and strokes of Hip-Hop bringing you classic medleys and landmark originals. Welcome The HHO back to The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on April 12th from 6pm-7pm on the Millennium Stage.

Thousands of people ventured from across the East Coast to fill the 630 foot Grand Foyer during their last visit in 2016 accompanied by the Illharmonic Orchestra. The HHO is super-group made up of members of the UMD Hip-Hop Orchestra, indie-funk band Box Era, rap collective 20NVR, MXDhouse’s Kleonaptra,the International School of Music’s Carly Cascio, KZMIBLZF’s Bluzf, The Void’s Ben Laurenson, Aina Puig, Ben Cannon, Eric Hofmeister, Milo King, and Rich Stalwart.

Presented as a part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras.

SHIFT: Songwriter Idol
4/11/2018 at 6:00 PM

Composer and singer Clarice Assad joins students from KIPP DC for a performance of the students’ songs created during the Albany Symphony’s Songwriter Idol program.

Presented as a part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras.

SHIFT: Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras of Strathmore (MCYO)
4/10/2018 at 6:00 PM

Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras of Strathmore (MCYO) presents two of its stellar ensembles: the 30-member elite Chamber Ensemble—a conductor-less string orchestra directed by Julie Savignon; and the Harp Ensemble—a unique performance group of four harpists, directed by Monika Vasey.

Presented as a part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras.

SHIFT: Youth Orchestras of Prince William (YOPW)
4/9/2018 at 6:00 PM

The Youth Orchestras of Prince William (YOPW) present excerpts of the concert Blue, presented in November 2017, and Air, presented in February at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. These pieces show the versatility and talent of YOPW’s Youth Symphony Orchestra.

Presented as a part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras.

Target Family Night: Sticks+Bars Youth Marimba Ensemble
4/8/2018 at 6:00 PM

Sticks+Bars Youth Marimba Ensemble will present a program of marimba music from the African subcontinent, the Caribbean, and America. The music will feature a diverse repertoire of traditional, folk, spiritual, gospel, Motown, pop, and original compositions. 

The program includes Featured Guest Artists:
The Concert Chorus of the Children's Chorus of Washington
         Margaret Clark, Artistic Director
 

The String Queens
4/7/2018 at 6:00 PM

Praised for its “authentic, soulful, and orchestral sound,” The String Queens is a dynamic trio that creates stimulating musical experiences that inspire diverse audiences to love, hope, feel, and imagine. With an array of repertoire spanning from the Baroque era to the Jazz Age to today’s Billboard Hot 100 Chart, The String Queens perform versatile programs that transport audiences through time and a multitude of musical genres.

Songwriters: The Next Generation
4/6/2018 at 6:00 PM

Songwriters: The Next Generation is a collaboration between The ASCAP Foundation and the Kennedy Center, showcasing the work of four young songwriters and composers.

Presented in collaboration with The ASCAP Foundation.

BARRY: Mamaloshen in Dance!
4/5/2018 at 6:00 PM

BARRY: Mamaloshen in Dance!, a contemporary dance performance choreographed by Asya Zlatina, celebrates life and the Yiddish culture through dance to the ionic soundtrack of the Barry Sisters. It premiered at the Philadelphia Fringe Festival in 2016.

Songwriters: The Next Generation
4/4/2018 at 6:00 PM

Songwriters: The Next Generation is a collaboration between The ASCAP Foundation and the Kennedy Center, showcasing the work of four young songwriters and composers.

Presented in collaboration with The ASCAP Foundation.

A Tribute to the American Songbook "Past and Present"
4/3/2018 at 6:00 PM

The Blues Alley Youth Orchestra will perform song selections honoring time-tested compositions by D.C.’s own Duke Ellington, as well as those that will become the new standards from composers such as Chick Corea, Tower Of Power, and Michael Jackson. The orchestra has been in existence for the past 33 years, is under the musical direction of Michael Bowie, and is named for its nightclub namesake.