Dina El Wedidi
9/17/2018 at 6:00 PM

A sophisticated musical innovator, Dina El Wedidi weaves together the personal threads of Egyptian heritage and contemporary identity.

Presented in collaboration with Center Stage, a program of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

Youssra El Hawary
9/16/2018 at 6:00 PM

A musical storyteller of everyday life, Youssra El Hawary captures the tales of Cairo and the alchemy of the Mediterranean basin in her indie sound.

Presented in collaboration with Center Stage, a program of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

WET: A DACAmented Journey
9/15/2018 at 6:00 PM

WET: A DACAmented Journey is the story of what it means to be an American in every sense of the word except one: on paper. It chronicles Anner Cividanis's journey living his whole life in the United States as an undocumented American. The play captures the desperation that DREAMers feel when considering their very limited options, forced to navigate a broken U.S. immigration system. The play examines the mental, emotional, and psychological hardship one man has to endure in order to secure his livelihood in the only home he has known: Los Angeles. 

This performance will start with a live DJ set from DJ Magic at 5:30 pm.

Presented as a part of the Hip Hop Theater Festival.

SOLE Defined
9/14/2018 at 6:00 PM

The Golden Age of Hip Hop was a defining moment that continues to leave an indelible mark on our culture, identity, and way of life. SOLE Defined takes us on a journey back in time, fusing a live DJ, tap dance, and stepping. DJ The Kid spins the sounds of the 90s on the turntables while SOLE Defined blends the sounds of their feet, taking the audience on a rhythmic roller coaster.

Louder Than a Whisper by Griot Girl Ensemble
9/13/2018 at 6:00 PM

What happens when your secrets grow louder than your fear? This newest play, written and performed by the Griot Girls, is an up close and personal testimony to the social pressures for Black qirls. From anxiety to body shaming, this Hip Hop theater piece takes a raw look at taboos and secrets that are louder than a whisper.

This performance will start with a live DJ set from Miss H.E.R. at 5:30 pm.

Presented as a part of the Hip Hop Theater Festival. 

Inner Mongolia Performing Arts Troupe
9/12/2018 at 6:00 PM

The isolated, grassland home of ethnic Mongolians has shaped unique forms of performing arts. The Inner Mongolia Performing Arts Troupe will share the rich sound of horse-head fiddles, the unique vocal styles of throat singing and long-tone singing, and the energetic traditional dance forms.

La Patronal
9/11/2018 at 6:00 PM

La Patronal is a unique brass band from Lima rooted in the tradition of fiestas populares. They bring traditional Peruvian music, culture, and heritage to life on the modern staqe. Be ready to dance!

Marian Mclaughlin
9/10/2018 at 6:00 PM

Guided by intuition, Marian Mclaughlin blends stream-of-consciousness songwriting with intricate instrumentation. She will perform material from her upcoming album Lake Accotink as well as another album she is currently songwriting called Alcove.

Mohamed Abozekry
9/9/2018 at 6:00 PM

Direct from Cairo, virtuoso Mohamed Abozekry showcases Egypt's popular and classical music traditions, Sufi calls, and secular poetry with a new instrumental project. 

Presented in collaboration with Center Stage, a program of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

Sound Health - Music and the Mind
9/8/2018 at 6:00 PM

ON THE NORTH PLAZA

Let's discover all the magic, fun, and healing power of drumming TOGETHER! First, grab a drum-we'll have 400 percussion instruments onsite for audience members to borrow (limit one instrument per person; first- come, first-served). Then take your place in the circle and join legendary Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart for this unforgettable experience at the Kennedy Center, supported by Jonathan Murray of FunDrum Rhythm Circles. Following an introduction by neuroscientist Dr. John Iversen, Mickey will take center stage to guide the entire audience through call-and-response games, lively performances, and interactive demonstration. Staff will be on site for accessibility needs. Plus, the first 200 people at the event will receive a commemorative REMO® drum-yours to keep as a memento of this enlightening and unifying experience through music!

Presented as part of the Kennedy Center's second weekend of Sound Health: Music and the Mind.

SerendibDance
9/7/2018 at 6:00 PM

Celebrating the heritage of Sri Lanka by showcasing its intricate movements, the sounds of drum rhythms, and exquisite and elaborate costumes, SerendibDance takes the audience into an ancient world filled with traditions rich in culture. A Single Cycle of the Sun showcases the life of a village from the sunrise to sunset, filled with the art that exists in the making of daily chores, simple joys, and a community bound together through poetry, folk sonqs, dance, and prayer.

Manacapuru Festival: From the Amazon to D.C.
9/6/2018 at 6:00 PM

Dancers from Parintins and Manacapuru, state of Amazonas, Brazil, will showcase rhythms, songs, multicolored costumes, diverse choreography, and the history and origin of the Brazilian Amazon legends.

Parintins Festival: From the Amazon to D.C.
9/5/2018 at 6:00 PM

Dancers from Parintins, state of Amazonas, Brazil, will stage regional themes in a rousing celebration of local cattle ranching traditions, depictions of nearly century-old legends of rivalries, and the culture of riverside communities in the Amazon region.

Marcelo Rojas
9/4/2018 at 6:00 PM

An internationally renowned Paraguayan harpist, Marcelo Rojas brings the music of Paraguay to audiences at festivals, conferences, and performances worldwide. His first appearance in Washington, D.C. was in 2009 when he presented his album Maitiei America: Harps of Paraguay for the Festival of the Smithsonian Folkways Recordinqs.

In The Works: Signature Theatre’s New Musicals
9/3/2018 at 6:00 PM

Be among the first to hear new musicals in development come to life when Signature Theatre presents a concert of songs from works by up-and-coming writers Ross Baum, Angelica Chéri, Ben Clark, Michael R. Jackson, Jorge Acevedo, Andrew Kramer, Kent Moran, and Darius Smith. Get a sneak peek at John Dempsey and Dana P. Rowe's world premiere musical Blackbeard which will open at Signature in June 2019.

The full schedule of Page-to-Stage events for 9/3 gets underway at 10 a.m. in various venues throughout the Center.Please visit the Page-to-Stage festival page here, and download our app create your own schedule!

Presented as part of the Page-to-Stage Festival.

Synetic Theater: Sleepy Hollow
9/2/2018 at 6:00 PM

Synetic’s adaptation of the American tale of horror, Sleepy Hollow features Synetic’s unique style of storytelling, immersing audiences in the small New England town haunted by the Headless Horseman.

Download our Page-to-Stage app here to create your own schedule for the entire festival!

Presented as part of the Page-to-Stage Festival.

GALA Presents: Paso Nuevo Youth Performance Group—A Butterfly’s Eyes
9/1/2018 at 6:00 PM

A teenager from El Salvador recounts her journey crossing borders to reach the United States. At each stop along the way, she must face issues relating to love, racism, coming out, bullying, self-esteem, immigration, and how to find solidarity and comradery in a dangerous world.

The full schedule of Page-to-Stage events for 9/1 gets underway at 10 a.m. in various venues throughout the Center. Please visit the Page-to-Stage festival page here, and download our app create your own schedule!

Presented as part of the Page-to-Stage Festival.

Light Beams
8/31/2018 at 6:00 PM

Light Beams began in 2015 when Justin Moyer (Puff Pieces), influenced by 1980s-era freestyle music, and former Prince drummer Sheila E. started playing sampler and timbales with Sam Lavine, the longtime drummer of D.C. Hip Hop mainstays the Cornel West Theory. With the addition of bassist Arthur Noll, the resulting polyrhythmic mélange, sometimes called “zap-tone” or “block rock,” reinvents late-20th century dance-pop using the tools of the 21st.


Presented in collaboration with Hometown Sounds.

Wordsmith
8/30/2018 at 6:00 PM

Join Wordsmith and his live band for a musical journey through the pleasant and painful realities of life. Storytelling over beautiful piano, percussion, and synth elements clash with hard-hitting Hip Hop production for a unique experience.

The US Women's Air Force Band
8/29/2018 at 6:00 PM

Former members of The US Women’s Air Force Band come from all over our country with their instruments, stands, and music. The band will perform twice—once for the general public and once for their fellow veterans.