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2013 Source Festival
June 7 - 30, 2013
CulturalDC's Source Festival, now celebrating its sixth year, will debut 24 original works for the stage from June 7 to 30, 2013. Each year the Festival presents three Full-Length Plays, 18 10-Minute Plays and three Artistic Blind Dates.
Arts & Culture Guide St. Gregory Hotel & Beacon Hotel
The St. Gregory Hotel and Beacon Hotel have teamed up with CultureCapital to provide our visiting web and hotel guests a useful and up-to-date Guide to Arts & Culture for the Washington, DC area. We encourage you to find this week's Hot Hits & Hidden Jewels or plan your search for an arts experience by category, by date, or by location. Each event contains descriptive information, time, cost and (where appropriate) a link to the presenters box office to purchase a ticket. You will also discover Free activities as well as exciting activities for the entire family.
Classes & Lectures
Find classes in art, dance, theatre and writing in Metro DC on CultureCapital. Check here for schedules and information for drop in art and dance classes and writing workshops. Hear explorers, authors, historians tell their stories. Enroll your children, tweens and teens in fun and exciting art classes and camps designed to ignite their interest and spark life-long interest in the arts.
CultureCapital Inside-Out sponsored by Free In DC
Free in DC has teamed up with CultureCapital to provide you with CultureCapital Inside-Out a quick guide to Metro DC's vibrant Arts & Culture scene.
Free in DC is an arts, culture and consciousness resource blog wirtten by Amy Melrose.
CultureCapital and TICKETPLACE are programs of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington serving the arts & culture community and the public for over 30 years!
CultureCapital Inside-Out sponsored by KPMG
KPMG has teamed up with CultureCapital to provide our partners and employees with CultureCapital Inside-Out, a quick guide to Metro DC's vibrant Arts & Culture scene. Take in a show, hear some music, visit a museum or venture out for that dance class! You can find everything you need to know right here. Each event contains complete info including description, time, cost and (where appropriate) a link to the presenter's box office to purchase a ticket.
CultureCapital and TICKETPLACE are programs of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington serving the arts & culture community and the public for over 30 years.... (more)
CultureCapital Inside-Out Sponsored by The D.C. Inns
The Embassy Circle and Woodley Park Guest Houses have teamed up with CultureCapital to provide our visiting guests a useful and up-to-date Guide to Arts & Culture for the Washington, DC area. Find this week's Hot Hits & Hidden Jewels or plan your trip using the advance search choosing your date/s, location and type of arts experience. Each event contains descriptive information, time, cost and (where appropriate) a link to the presenters box office to purchase a ticket. You will also discover Free activities as well as exciting activities for the entire family.
CultureCapital Inside-Out sponsored by The Georgetowner
The Georgetowner has partnered with CultureCapital to provide our readers and visitors CultureCapital Inside-Out, a quick guide to Metro DC's vibrant Arts & Culture scene. Take in a show, hear some music, visit a museum or venture out for that dance class! You can find everything you need to know right here.
The Georgetowner specailizes in the Georgetown lifestyle, focusing on the arts, real estate, dining and more. Founded in 1954, The Georgetowner is a "must-read" in the DC area.
CultureCapital Inside-Out sponsored by The Washington Blade
The Washington Blade has partnered with CultureCapital to provide our readers and visitors CultureCapital Inside-Out, a quick guide to Metro DC's vibrant Arts & Culture scene. Take in a show, hear some music, visit a museum or venture out for that dance class! You can find everything you need to know right here.
For over 40 years Washington Blade readers locally and around the world have come to rely on the Blade's unmatched coverage of LGBT news, earning the paper the moniker "the newspaper of record for the LGBT community." CultureCapital is a program of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington serving the arts... (more)
Dance Performances
Find DC dance performances including classical ballet, modern and folk dance, hip hop and more. CultureCapital gives you quick and easy access to Metro DC Dance Performance schedules with links to the presenters to purchase tickets. See the world's greatest dancers. From powerhouse touring companies, to the edgy creativity of resident choreographers, the stages of Metro DC are in constant motion with classical ballet, modern and folk dance, hip hop and more.
DC Arts & Culture Inside-Out
The DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities with CultureCapital to provide you with a quick guide to the District of Columbia's vibrant arts & culture scene. Take in a show, hear some music, visit a museum or venture out for that dance class! You can find everything you need to know right here. Each event contains complete info including description, time, cost and (where appropriate) a link to the presenter's box office to purchase a ticket. There are even categories for Free and Family & Kids.
CultureCapital and TICKETPLACE.org (half-price, advance sale tickets) are programs of the Cultural Alliance of... (more)
DC Inside-Out Sponsored by Swann House
Need help planning your DC itinerary? Check this CultureCapital Inside-Out for updated theatre, museum exhibtions and more in Dupont Circle and beyond.
DC Jazz Festival June 5-16
With more than 100 performances in dozens of venues across the city, the DC Jazz Festival is the largest music festival in DC. In this 10-day period you can hear jazz artists from around the world and around the block performing Bebop, Blues, Swing, Soul, Latin and World music.
Family & Kids
Find events and activities for the whole family to enjoy on CultureCapital. Choose from theatre, music, dance, film and museums throughout Metro DC. Locate family concerts and performances, hands-on activities and fun exhibitions for you and your kids, teens and tweens to experience throughout Metro DC.
Festivals
Check the CultureCapital Festival section for dates, times and information on the many film festivals, music and jazz festivals, literary and book festivals, theatre and fringe festivals held in Metro DC throughout the year.
Film & Movies
Find films and movies, film series and film festivals presented throughout Metro DC on CultureCapital. Find art films, foreign films, documentaries, screenings, and first run films shown at museums, arts centers, and movie houses. Whether you enjoy experimental, environmental, documentaries, Hollywood or Bollywood you'll find them on CultureCapital.
Free
Find free events and activities throughout Metro DC on CultureCapital. Check here for free concerts, free films, free classes, free tours, free museum programs and more for adults and children. The CultureCapital free section is a great resource for people on a budget.
Galleries
Find art galleries throughout Metro DC on CultureCapital. Check here for DC art galleries' opening receptions, art exhibitions and artist talks in galleries showing contemporary and traditional art, paintings, prints, fine art, photography, glass sculpture and more. Whether you're browsing or buying, the CultureCapital art gallery section can help you stay in touch with the DC Art Scene.
Historic Sites & Monuments
Find Historic Sites, Monuments & Memorials in Metro DC as CultureCapital helps you explore the history of the nation.
Literature
Find Metro DC literature, prose and poetry events in CultureCapital including author readings, book signings, panel discussions and book and literary festivals.
Museums
Find museum exhibitions, gallery talks, film series, lecture programs and hands-on learning experiences throughout Metro DC on CultureCapital.
Music
Find DC music concerts, performances and recitals including classical, opera, pop, rock, country, recitals and more. CultureCapital gives you quick and easy access to Metro DC concert schedules with links to the presenters to purchase tickets.
Performing Arts Centers
Metro DC'S Performing Arts Centers present concerts, theatre, dance, opera, symphony and more. Check CultureCapital for schedules, descriptions and tickets.
Polinger Artists of Excellence Concert Series at the JCC of Greater Washington
September 23, 2012 to May 19, 2013The 2012-2013 concert season presents rising stars and renowned artists. Experience musical excellence in the warm and intimate Kreeger Auditorium.
Photo is 2009 Avery Fisher Career Grant winner, brilliant pianist Alessio Bax.
Season Preview 2013-2014
DC theatre and performing arts presenters are announcing their 2013-2014 seasons. Check here for full information and subscription purchase options for DC presenters, including theatre, music, and dance.
Strathmore: Afternoon Tea
The Perfect Interlude in the Hustle and Bustle of Life--The soothing sounds of local musicians fill the room, as you enjoy Afternoon Tea in the cozy atmosphere of The Shapiro Music Room at Strathmore.
Strathmore Blend Tea is specially made for us by Master Tea Blender John Harney of Connecticut, and is served with a light lunch of delectable tea savories by Restaurant Associates. We are sorry, vegetarian meals are not available.
Tea begins at 1pm. $23 per person ($20.70 for Stars) +tax
Pre-paid, non-refundable reservations required.
Summer Camps!
Find Summer Camp programs in DC Metro for children, teens and tweens. This Inside-Out features Summer Day Camps in theatre, dance, music and arts. The Summer Camp presenters offer complete summer camp sessions, camp by the week and one day activities. No matter how young or old your child is, there's a Summer Camp experience that is exciting and fun right here.
Theatre
Find Metro DC theatre performances and schedules in CultureCapital including resident and touring theatre companies presenting drama, comedy, satire, musicals and the classics.
TICKETPLACE
HALF-PRICE TICKETS TO THE PERFORMING ARTS Advance Sales and Day-of-Show Theatre, Dance, Opera, Chorus, Music, Lectures, Films & More Buy online 24/7 Shop at the TICKETPLACE Outlet 407 7th Street NW Washington, DC (between D & E Sts.) Outlet open Wednesday - Friday from 11am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm Price includes 12% service fee Inventory changes daily All seat locations are assigned by the theatres, you do not choose your seats. Sign up to receive a weekday e-mail of TICKETPLACE offers. About... (more)
Tours
Find guided tours that take you behind-the scenes at Metro DC's museums, theatres, monuments and neighborhoods and beyond on CultureCapital. Tours shown here are led by experts in their field.