Experience the unstoppable groove of Stanley Cooper–Holiday Edition! D.C.’s own Stanley Cooper has rocked stages with legends like Jimmy Sommers, Bobby Lyle, Marcus Johnson, and Stephanie Mills—and now, he’s bringing his electrifying guitar skills to a holiday-themed celebration. Influenced by greats like...
Ticket Price: $5
Message is not your typical concert series. It is an oasis where local artists find their voice and share their stories. Here, music transcends mere entertainment–it becomes personal. Local talent takes center stage. These are the musicians who play at the neighborhood cafes, scribble lyrics on napkins, and dream big. They’re not chasing fame, they’re chasing connection. From soulful ballads to introspective rap, their performances resonate with authenticity. Every Message event is unrepeatable, no two shows are alike; each carries a unique message. The audience sits close enough to see the artist’s fingertips on...
Ticket Price: $15
A Brazilian vocalist known for bringing the soul of Brazilian music to audiences worldwide. She has performed at major venues, including opening for Diana Ross and presenting tributes to Antonio Carlos Jobim.
Ticket Price: $20
Returning to the Publick Playhouse stage, the National Ballet Company revisits the enchanting world of "The Nutcracker,” a holiday classic that has captivated audiences of all ages for generations. The production, with its magical storyline, vibrant costumes, and breathtaking choreography, is set...
Ticket Price: $28 | $23 Senior/Student
Returning to the Publick Playhouse stage, the National Ballet Company revisits the enchanting world of "The Nutcracker,” a holiday classic that has captivated audiences of all ages for generations. The production, with its magical storyline, vibrant costumes, and breathtaking choreography, is set...
Ticket Price: $28 | $23 Senior/Student
A Washington, D.C.,-based jazz vocalist, Darden Purcell is an active soloist with symphony orchestras, big bands, and small ensembles. She has shared the stage with top jazz artists like Eric Alexander, Terell Stafford, and Byron Stripling, performing at venues such as Blues Alley, The Jazz Kitchen, and...
Ticket Price: $22
Celebrate the holiday season with the spirited sounds of Veronneau, featuring Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau and British guitarist Ken Avis. The award-winning husband-and-wife duo presents seasonal tunes, including “Santa Baby,” “Winter Wonderland,” and other favorites, mixed with a few classic songs from their jazz and bossa nova...
Ticket Price: $15
Brentwood Arts Exchange is excited to host ongoing jam sessions featuring a unique, original synth and modular music style. Drop-in musicians of every genre are invited to join and contribute. Bring your instrument, plug in, and be part of the sound!
Ticket Price: $20 / Drop-in performers are free
Returning by popular demand! Enjoy a holiday-themed concert with the soulful music of Motown. The unforgettable tunes from legendary artists such as The Temptations, The Jackson 5, and more will have you dancing in your seat and...
Ticket Price: $20
Step back in time and groove to the soulful sounds of the ’60s and ’70s! Join us for an unforgettable evening as our live band brings the magic from powerhouse labels like Motown, Stax, and others. Feel...
Ticket Price: $28 / $23 Senior/Student
You are invited to a magical morning of holiday fun for the whole family. Create your Elf on a Shelf (TM) with Arts on a Roll, enjoy cookies and cocoa, and snap a photo with a special jolly guest! Then, experience the heartwarming children’s show Holiday Block...
Ticket Price: $10 for ages 3+
Walk-through history during this annual evening Open House. During your candlelit tour of the museum, you'll learn about the stories of those who lived and worked in the mansion. Live music will fill the halls, and the Riversdale Kitchen Guild will be baking holiday treats in the...
Ticket Price: $5
Holiday Treats: Join the Riversdale Kitchen Guild over the open hearth as they highlight holiday beverages and treats-themed recipes using 19th century techniques.
Ticket Price: free
Band of Roses is a stylistically unique and diverse all-female Jazz/Funk/R&B group from the DMV area. The members of Band of Roses have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they’d been together their entire musical careers. Notable members of the group include songstress Carmen...
Ticket Price: $35 General | $30 Students/Seniors
Step back in time and groove to the soulful sounds of the ’60s and ’70s! Join us for an unforgettable evening as our live band brings the magic from powerhouse labels like Motown, Stax, and others. Feel...
Ticket Price: $28 / $23 Senior/Student
This performance is part of our Education on Stage Series and is recommended for Grades K-5. Joy, warmth, and community illuminate seasonal holiday festivals the world over. This signature show from Discovery Theater celebrates the history and...
Ticket Price: $8 Adult / $6 Child
This performance is part of our Education on Stage Series and is recommended for Grades K-5. Joy, warmth, and community illuminate seasonal holiday festivals the world over. This signature show from Discovery Theater celebrates the history and...
Ticket Price: $8 Adult / $6 Child
Christmastime is here! Montpelier Arts Center and The Eric Byrd Trio celebrate the season with an afternoon filled with festive music from the Peanuts’ special. Comprised of pianist/vocalist Eric Byrd, bassist Bhagwan Khalsa, and drummer Alphonso Young, Jr., the Trio has traveled...
Ticket Price: $15
Looking for an afternoon of soulful, high-energy music? Sit back, relax, and let Ken and Sebrina Morris take you on an unforgettable journey through jazz, R&B, and gospel. With over 20 years of captivating performances, Sebrina’s powerful vocals and Ken’s soulful saxophone...
Ticket Price: $5
You will be treated to a great evening honoring the music of Stevie Wonder. Enjoy a performance from a catalog of his greatest hits, such as “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours,” “Superstition,” “Isn’t She Lovely,” “Master Blaster,” “Overjoyed,” “Part-Time Lover,” and more....
Ticket Price: $30 General | $25 Students/Seniors
Celebrate Black History Month with the soulful fusion of Memphis blues, New York fire, and D.C. flavor with the Muneer Nasser Quintet. A master trumpeter, composer, and jazz historian, Nasser brings his deep-rooted passion for jazz to the stage. His latest album,...
Ticket Price: $5
A light-hearted homage to the style and spirit of the Great Age of Vaudeville, an immensely popular theatre from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, comprised of specialty acts, song, and dance. Happenstance Theater’s five versatile...
Ticket Price: $25 / $20 Senior/Student
Message is not your typical concert series. It is an oasis where local artists find their voice and share their stories. Here, music transcends mere entertainment – it becomes personal. Local talent takes center stage.
Ticket Price: $15
Celebrate Black History Month with an unforgettable music matinee featuring award-winning saxophonist Brent Birckhead and his sextet. Hailed by The New York Times as “one of the most riveting young improvisers in New York,” Birckhead blends tradition...
Ticket Price: $20
