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Howard University Gallery Reopens - The Washington Informer
Reopening arts institutions counts as another step in living through the current COVID-19 pandemic. The post Howard University Gallery Reopens appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Benefit Concert Keeps Hope Alive for Carter Barron Revival
Washingtonians, especially those who grew up in D.C., want to see the Carter Barron back as a place to enjoy great talent in the 4,200-seat capacity amphitheater. The post Benefit Concert Keeps Hope Alive for Carter Barron Revival appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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It's Wait and See On Developing an Arts District in Anacostia
WAMU host Kojo Nnamdi moderated a panel of community, business and arts leaders to discuss these issues before a packed audience. The post It's Wait and See On Developing an Arts District in Anacostia appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Round House Theatre's 'The Tempest' Presented in a World of Magic and Illusions
Card tricks, disappearing characters and an illusionary twisting head are a few moments making audiences gasp during "The Tempest," the Shakespeare play currently at Round House Theatre. The post Round House Theatre's 'The Tempest' Presented in a World of Magic and Illusions app
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D.C. to Offer Walk-In COVID-19 Sites for Residents 65 and Older - The Washington Informer
D.C. residents 65 and older will be able to get a coronavirus vaccination at walk-up sites throughout the city without an appointment beginning Monday. The post D.C. to Offer Walk-In COVID-19 Sites for Residents 65 and Older appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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National Council of Negro Women Names New Leader After Johnnetta B. Cole Steps Down - The Washington Informer
The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), one of the country's leading civil rights organizations, has named Thelma Thomas Daley as its eighth national president and chair. The post National Council of Negro Women Names New Leader After Johnnetta B. Cole Steps Down appeared fi
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Fans Welcome Back the Incomparable Phyllis Hyman
Phyllis Hyman may be gone but thankfully, she's far from forgotten. The post Fans Welcome Back the Incomparable Phyllis Hyman appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Howard University Hosts Basquiat Exhibition
An exhibition of works by popular artist Jean-Michel Basquiat titled "Our Friend Jean," opened this week at Howard University Gallery of Art through Oct. 24. The post Howard University Hosts Basquiat Exhibition appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Return of MLK Tribute 'Let Freedom Ring' at the Kennedy Center
“Let Freedom Ring,” the annual music concert honoring the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., is back with a free performance Monday at the Kennedy Center The post Return of MLK Tribute 'Let Freedom Ring' at the Kennedy Center appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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'Aladdin' Promises Excitement for the Whole Family
"Aladdin," a colorful musical with life lessons for all ages, is on stage at the National Theatre until April 30. The post 'Aladdin' Promises Excitement for the Whole Family appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Five National Artists Recognized at 43rd Kennedy Center Honors - The Washington Informer
The annual Kennedy Center Honors, originally scheduled for December, fell victim to the pandemic. A scaled-down 2021 ceremony will broadcast Sunday at 8 p.m. ET on CBS. The post Five National Artists Recognized at 43rd Kennedy Center Honors appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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The String Queens Play Any Music
The String Queens sold out two performances Friday at AMP, Strathmore Hall’s performance venue in the Pike and Rose complex The post The String Queens Play Any Music appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Kennedy Center Hosts 'Green Nobel' Awards Honoring Global Activists
Six grassroots activists, each with a unique David-and-Goliath story about fighting environmental destruction around the world, received recognition at an April 26 Kennedy Center ceremony for the Goldman Environmental Prize. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-California) spoke a
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Weekly Arts Round Up, April 8, 2021 - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
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Sibling Relationship Play Out at Mosaic Theatre
Mosaic Theatre opens its 2023 season with “Bars and Measures,” a multi-layered play that is thought-provoking and a must-see.  The post Sibling Relationship Play Out at Mosaic Theatre appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Arena Stage Releases Third World-Premiere Film, ‘The 51st State’
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater's latest world premiere docudrama, "The 51st State," received its world premiere through Arena Stage's Supper Club on Sept. 16.
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Messages in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' Still Keeps Eyes on Justice
The heart-wrenching play “To Kill a Mockingbird” at the Kennedy Center is based on the novel by Harper Lee published in 1960. The post Messages in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' Still Keeps Eyes on Justice appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Ella Fitzgerald, a Singer Who Did It Her Way
Mark Meadows, director of cabarets at Signature, found the perfect voices in Ayo and Rochelle Rice to bring Fitzgerald’s popular songs to life. The post Ella Fitzgerald, a Singer Who Did It Her Way appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Ford’s Theatre Remains Focused on Diversity with New Artistic Leadership
Taking on a key role in the theater world during a pandemic is no easy task. So why at this time would Sheldon Epps jump into a new role as senior artistic adviser at the historic Ford's Theatre?
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Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff to Open 2021 Jazz Masters Concert - The Washington Informer
The annual Jazz Masters concert will be taken to new heights Thursday when Doug Emhoff, the second gentleman of the United States, opens the event. The post Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff to Open 2021 Jazz Masters Concert appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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New Dances and the Classics Keep Audiences Loving Alvin Ailey
Founded in 1958, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returned to the Kennedy Center with a gift of six days of breathtaking performances. Opening night featured three 2022 premieres and the classic “Revelations,” with Ailey devotees leaning in to absorb every movement. “In a Sentim
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African, Caribbean and American Cuisine Under One Roof
The District's dining game is adding additional notches with the opening of DC Capitol Square Bar and Grill. The post African, Caribbean and American Cuisine Under One Roof appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Powerful Women Take Center Stage in 'POTUS' at Arena Stage
"POTUS" is an all-female comedy spoof about a day in the White House world, featuring strong, agile, and unforgettable performances from the cast, and a fast-paced, chaotic script. The post Powerful Women Take Center Stage in 'POTUS' at Arena Stage appeared first on The Washingt
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A Greek Tragedy Gives Us a New Black Opera
"Ipegenia," an opera recently presented at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, was an intense experience requiring close attention. The post A Greek Tragedy Gives Us a New Black Opera appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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41st RAMMY Awards Celebrate Resilience in Restaurant and Bar Industry
In an evening that included open bars, specialty cocktails, various stations with decadent food offerings, and awards highlighting local food and beverage businesses, the 41st RAMMYs on July 9 celebrated the innovative work and extraordinary resilience of the DMV's dining industry
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After More Than 40 Years, 'A Soldier's Play' Explores Race Issues That Continue Today
An Army base in the segregated South during the 1940s is the backdrop for the murder of a Black sergeant in Charles Fuller’s “A Soldier’s Play,” on stage at the Kennedy Center until Jan. 8.  The post After More Than 40 Years, 'A Soldier's Play' Explores Race Issues That Continue
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The Gay Men's Chorus to Perform Tribute to 'Whitney'
The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington is honoring the singer in the upcoming concert "Whitney" on March 11 and 12 at Lincoln Theatre. The post The Gay Men's Chorus to Perform Tribute to 'Whitney' appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Black Canadian Legislators Exchange Ideas in D.C.
Eight members of the Parliamentary Black Caucus in Canada were on Capitol Hill this week to meet with the Congressional Black Caucus. The post Black Canadian Legislators Exchange Ideas in D.C. appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Truluck's Brings Upscale Seafood Dining to Mt. Vernon Square - The Washington Informer
Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood and Crab opened on May 22, coinciding with the District’s lifting of capacity guidelines for restaurants. The post Truluck's Brings Upscale Seafood Dining to Mt. Vernon Square appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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University of Maryland Audience Learns Dionne Warwick Will Always Be Relevant
An audience of more than 600 students and fans flocked to the University of Maryland to hear Dionne Warwick serve as the inaugural speaker at the Arts and Humanities Dean's Lecture Series — and she did not disappoint. The post University of Maryland Audience Learns Dionne Warwic
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