Dusky-voiced Samantha Hankey is a staple performer of German mezzo-soprano repertoire, recently portraying Octavian (Der Rosenkavalier) at the Metropolitan Opera for which she was cited by the New York Times as having “tireless energy and dramatic skill.” 

Maruja Limón is a female sextet from Barcelona known for their vibrant music that blends flamenco, pop, and Latin rhythms. The group delivers explosive music with lyrics that balance sensitivity and irony.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the Edlavitch DCJCC
This year, join us to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his birthday, January 15, with an evening of volunteering. We’ll be making dry food jars, warm winter packs, trail mix bags, and creating Valentines Day cards for neighbors experiencing homelessness and living in transitional housing.

Community Edition, 6:00-8:00 PM
We will support folks around the DC area who are experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, and other challenges. This program is open to volunteers of all ages.

Young Professionals Edition, 6:00-7:30 PM
This special edition of our evening of volunteering is for young professionals ages 21-45. Following the projects, join us for optional socializing at a nearby bar.

Teens Edition, 6:00-8:00 PM
Teens ages 11-18 will assemble hospital care kits for patients at the GW Cancer Center. This project is eligible for 2 SSL hours.

Phagtawlk (Popular Hot Ass Gossip) the hilariously funny and satirical podcast that examines pop culture at the intersection of the queer community. 

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are hosting MLK Day of Service Event: Community Service Panel and Resource Fair on Thursday, January 16, 2025, from 1 PM to 6 PM, at Latin American Youth Center Kaplan Building.

One of the UK’s biggest stand-ups brings his arena-filling Hustle tour to North America! Romesh is the star of his worldwide Netflix stand-up special Romesh Ranganathan: The Cynic, as well as a string of UK television hits, including BBC’s Asian Provocateur, BBC’s The Ranganation, Sky’s A League Of Their Own, Sky’s Rob & Romesh Vs and BBC’s Avoidance. He fronted the Showtime show Just Another Immigrant in 2018, documenting his attempts to sell out a show at LA’s famous Greek Theatre; and has appeared twice on the Late Late Show. He co-hosts the popular Wolf & Owl podcast (with Tom Davis).

Members of the National Symphony Orchestra play an assortment of chamber music.

• Nathan Daughtrey: Burn³

• Holly Harrison:  Frogstomp 

• Kate Moore: Blackbird Song

• Marc Mellits: Escape

• Andy Akiho:  intuition) (Expectation

• Elena Kats-Chernin: Blue Silence

   

Featuring:  Sarah Frisof, flute  | Peter Cain, clarinet | Scott Christian, percussion 

This moving service commemorates the spirit and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel. The service will feature soul-lifting music from Covenant Baptist UCC's choir and Sixth & I musicians, plus words of inspiration from Dr. Imani Romney-Rosa Chapman, interfaith partners, and Sixth & I'ers. Stick around after the service for challah and dessert.

Join us at Busboys and Poets for Speak the Dream, a transformative evening of spoken word honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through the power of poetry, we’ll amplify voices that speak truth to justice, equality, and the fight for a better world.

This special MLK Day Poetry Slam brings together amateur and professional poets to share their stories and perspectives in a competitive and inspiring showcase. The audience will decide who takes home the $100 cash prize, but every voice on this stage is a winner in the fight for social change.

$100 CASH PRIZE – Winner takes all!

Full food and bar service available throughout the event.

EagleMania is dedicated to faithfully recreating the music of The Eagles. Since their formation, they have captivated audiences nationwide with their remarkable five-part harmonies and their extraordinary ability to replicate the iconic sound of The Eagles.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a towering figure in American history, but these trees need our help to reach such lofty heights.

On January 18, join Friends of Anacostia Park and Casey Trees in celebrating King's legacy by caring for young trees! There will be plant-iful work to do, from mulching and watering to weeding the saplings so they can grow into the park's tree canopy, offering wildlife habitat and shade for visitors.

Volunteers will meet at the Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavilion at 9:00 AM to receive tools and training from Casey Trees before branching out into work groups. Make sure to dress for rugged hands-on work and bring a water bottle!

Together, we can speak for the trees!

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Come join the National Harbor Chapter of Jack and Jill of America Inc at Howard University for a day of giving back to the community in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Our event will include donating and assembling supply boxes for Howard Middle School, writing encouraging cards for teachers, and a panel of speakers with a focus on college readiness.

We are asking for the following school supply items:

• Colored pencils/markers

• Composition Notebooks

• Pocket Folders

• Clorox Wipes

• Tissues

• Pencils/pens

• Snacks for student lounge (granola bars, chips, crackers, etc.)

Let's come together to make a positive impact and celebrate Dr. King's legacy. We look forward to seeing you there!

“Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, & Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence365”

Join us for a day of giving back to the community! We’ll assemble hygiene kits, write letters of encouragement, serve at the Central Union Mission in Washington, DC, and feed the community.

Doors open at 10:30 am / Note: this year’s event will be held indoors at ESA. MORE INFORMATION

Join us for the 20th Annual MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk & Parade, celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with this year’s theme: “Commit to the Noble Struggle for Equal Rights.”

For 40+ years, this historic event has honored Dr. King’s vision, starting in 1979 with radio host Ralph Waldo “Petey” Greene, Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, and Councilmember Wilhelmina J. Rolark. Held on one of the first streets named for Dr. King, the parade began six years before his birthday became a federal holiday.

This year’s celebration will take place indoors at the Entertainment and Sports Arena (ESA) in Congress Heights, SE DC. Participants will march into the arena from Cypress Street, leading into a day full of activities:

• Parade performances with a reviewing stage.

• Student Essay Competition Awards honoring young leaders.

• A Health & Wellness Fair to support community well-being.

• Free groceries, local merchandise, and more!

Dr. King’s life reminds us that “every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice.” Be part of this year’s MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk & Parade and honor his legacy.

Let’s make history together on Saturday, January 18, 2025—see you there!

The 25th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Drive is Thursday Network’s annual event to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. During the month of January, we will serve communities within D.C., Prince George’s County, and Montgomery County. This year's event will allow us to increase service opportunities that focus on supporting communities in need.

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MLK Day of Service is intended to empower individuals, strengthen communities, bridge barriers, create solutions to social problems, and move us closer to Dr. King's vision of a "Beloved Community."

Dr. King once said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" Therefore DC National Pan Hellenic Council, the Federal City Alumnae Association of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Gamma Lambda Chapter, DC Black United Front and Commissioner Salim Adofo will provide opportunities to serve the community and your country in deep and meaningful ways. You can help us fight homelessness by providing 500 care packages for at risk families in the Nation’s Capital. If you are unable to volunteer, please feel free to make a donation to help us reach our goal.

Martin Luther King, Jr. believed in a nation of freedom and justice for all, and encouraged all citizens to live up to the purpose and potential of America by applying the principles of nonviolence. MLK Feed the Hood Day of Action is a way to honor his life and teachings by engaging in community action that continues to solve social problems. Service breaks down barriers by bringing people from different experiences together – volunteering can unite Americans of all ages and backgrounds while building stronger communities.

Volunteers are asked to donate towards the preparation of the care packages.

In celebration of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, join us for Decolonize Your Dream!, an inspirational performance & workshop featuring anti-disciplinary artist, curator, & DJ, Muse Dodd. A native of Severn, MD, Muse’s work explores the profound questions: “How do you remember, and what do you choose to forget?” With a focus on channeling trauma, Muse transforms both personal and collective pain into powerful expressions of movement, ritual, and collective dreaming.

The program includes a live performance and sound bath by the artist, an artist talk, and Q&A, followed by a hands-on workshop. Participants will be asked to share a piece of media, be it a short video clip, image, or sound that will explore our co-created collective dream for a more just and embodied present and future.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Comedians Yannis Pappas and Chris Distefano are smoothie-drinking history cuties who bring wild energy to every episode of their podcast, History Hyenas! Join these two live as they blend history and humor like never before. Get ready to laugh and learn with the boys!

Yeison Landero was born in San Jacinto (Bolívar), and carries in his soul a cumbiambero heart inherited from his legendary musician grandfather, Andrés Landero. His love for his ancestral accordion and his passion for cumbia are so great that he decided to turn them into the motor of his life.

Performances: 7pm & 9pm

Talented creative teams. Powerful stories. All-original opera. WNO’s acclaimed commissioning program for contemporary American opera enters another exciting season—showing how short opera can move and inspire us! Talented composer-librettist teams will showcase three world premiere one-act operas with the Cafritz Young Artists among the casts.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening as we pay homage to the iconic music of MAZE and Frankie Beverly, featuring their greatest hits including “Happy Feeling,” “Southern Girl,” “Before I Let Go,” and more. Spread the word and gather your friends for a night of great music and unforgettable memories. Secure your tickets now for what promises to be an evening of soulful tunes and celebration!

Comprising titled musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra, this acclaimed ensemble presents chamber music classics.

The DC Chamber Musicians return to the Calvary Lutheran Church to present our annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, featuring works by Black composers. The concert includes the premiere of a lovely string quartet by a young musician member of DCCM. On the program:

• Kyle Simmons String Quartet in D minor (premiere)

• Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Five Negro Melodies for Piano Trio, Op. 59

• Alvin Singleton Fifty Times Around the Sun

• Frederick C. Tillis Spiritual Fantasy No. 24

Join us as we celebrate and remember Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, legacy, and words while reflecting on the civil rights movement. We will engage in a worship experience with spoken word, other poems, dance and a message reflecting on the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s influence in Biblical Justice.

In lieu of our usual reception, we will be hosting a dinner discussion after the service. The discussion is intended to activate participants to engage in the work Rev Dr MLK gave his life for.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Georgetown University celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a free, ticketed musical tribute, the Let Freedom Ring Celebration. The annual program, part of the Center’s Millennium Stage performance series, will feature musical performances by Christopher Jackson and esperanza spalding and the Let Freedom Ring Choir, led by Music Producer Nolan Williams, Jr.

Go-Go is turning 50 in 2025!

On February 19, 2020, Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the Go-Go Music of the District of Columbia Designation Act of 2019, to make Go-Go the official music of Washington, DC

We are proud to announce the kickoff of a yearlong celebration of the music phenomenon that was pioneered in the 1970s by the legendary Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers and is DC's homegrown sound throughout the DMV.

What better way to start a party than with RARE ESSENCE, EU FEAT. SUGAR BEAR & DCVYBE! MUSIC BY DJ DIRTY RICO

Come join us for a day of giving back and making a difference in our community! This in-person event is a great way to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by serving others. We will be participating in various service projects throughout the day, so bring your friends and family along for a day of community and service. Let's come together to make a positive impact and spread love and kindness to those in need. See you there!

Join Prince George's County Council Member Wala Blegay, Esq. in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by rallying the community to support sickle cell warriors on Monday, January 20.

LEARN MORE about this call to service.

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy Through Service and Environmental Justice for youth ages 7-17.

This MLK Jr. Day 2025, join us for a transformative day of service and learning with "Unity in Action: Clean and Green Day". Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by participating in an event that blends environmental stewardship with education on environmental justice and its connection to social justice.

Dr. King’s dream of equality calls us to protect not only our communities but also the spaces we all share. Together, let’s clean, learn, and unite for a more just and sustainable future!

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The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is a time set aside each year, where we as a country, work together, serving others, to make our communities more equitable.  We annually observe this day each year on the third Monday in January.  As the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service, MLK Day encourages all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. 

The City of College Park is providing multiple ways our residents can honor Dr. King's legacy on January 20th and throughout the entire month. 

Join us for a performance at 1 PM or 2PM 

• Blast into the past and honor the incredible contributions of African Americans to our nation's history! This dazzling 40- minute program combines an enchanting laser light show with an inspiring soundtrack, transporting attendees through time and highlighting the profound impacts of African Americans on our culture and history.  

• Admission is free; however space is limited so tickets are required. Go to collegeparkmd.gov/mlk25 to register 

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is a time set aside each year, where we as a country, work together, serving others, to make our communities more equitable.  We annually observe this day each year on the third Monday in January.  As the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service, MLK Day encourages all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. 

The City of College Park is providing multiple ways our residents can honor Dr. King's legacy on January 20th and throughout the entire month. 

Book Giveaway (for young readers)

As part of our tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the City will be giving away free books that educate and inform about Dr. King’s life and his work towards Civil Rights. Children that attend the program on January 20th at City Hall, will be given an opportunity to select a book after the presentation. 

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is a time set aside each year, where we as a country, work together, serving others, to make our communities more equitable.  We annually observe this day each year on the third Monday in January.  As the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service, MLK Day encourages all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. 

The City of College Park is providing multiple ways our residents can honor Dr. King's legacy on January 20th and throughout the entire month. 

Movie showing is at 4 PM

• After the laser show, join us for a special screening of this powerful film that chronicles the historic 1965 voting rights march from Selma to Montgomery, highlighting the struggle for civil rights and the enduring legacy of Dr. King.

• Admission is free; however space is limited so tickets are required. Go to collegeparkmd.gov/mlk25 to register 

The Guitar Renegades are a guitar quintet comprised of Cristian Perez (founder/leader), Connor Holdridge, Jan Knutson, Parker Spears, and Tommy Holladay. Although they’re all jazz guitarists at heart, they venture into repertoire as diverse as Bach, Simon & Garfunkel, and more.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Maryland is excited to present Inside My Head, an autobiographical musical about one person’s journey with bipolar, on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025, at the University of Maryland’s Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

This one-man show by Broadway performer Zak Sandler begins with Zak’s first manic and depressive episodes during his junior year at Yale University. On stage, the pre-recorded voices of Zak’s mania and depression sing to him like they’re inside his head. This groundbreaking, one-night-only production will take each of us on a personal journey to examine the deepest, most vulnerable parts of ourselves—the ones we may not want others to see—and reveal how we can move from shame and denial to self-love and acceptance.

Members of the Washington National Opera Orchestra play an assortment of chamber music.

Leave your burdens at the door and understand one thing: There's a curly headed man in a blue suit who wants to groove. And he wants to groove with YOU. So prepare to be STRUCK by the Funk. OVERCOME by the Vibes. And MARKED by the Boogie. Prepare to lose control of your hips and your heart at the same time, swept away in the universal language of music. And who knows, you might even end up on stage playing keys for Fulton Lee. Either way, leave with your shirt sweaty and your soul nourished.

International bestselling author Mary Beard (SPQR, The Fires of Vesuvius) offers a sweeping account of the social and political world of the Roman emperors. Don’t miss a fascinating talk with “the world’s most famous classicist” (Guardian).

Join us for a screening of “The Bell Affair” written by William G. Thomas, III and Kwakiutl Lynn Dreher. The film tells the story of Daniel and Mary Bell who sued for their freedom and then lead one of the largest escape attempts in American history. Following the screening, Dr. Thomas will be available to answer questions.

‘King of Pop Culture’ Kempire is bringing his hilarious ALL-NEW live podcast show back to DC!

He’s interviewed everyone from urban-pop princess Brandy to media mogul Oprah Winfrey, often referred to as the ‘male Wendy Williams’.  In 2020, he launched his massively popular YouTube (489K) and TikTok (363K) channels, culminating into his hugely successful Kempire Podcast where he spills the HOTTEST celebrity and reality TV tea!!

Spark up your new year with the King of Pop Culture & his 1-of-a-kind live show that you won’t want to miss!! Kempire has been featured on TMZ, Bravo’s Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Real Housewives of Atlanta, Netflix’s Young, Famous & African, The Insider & Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald etc.

Join hip-hop legend Warren G as he celebrates the 30th anniversary of his classic album, Regulate… G Funk Era.

Join Love Your Tribe & Friends for our 3rd Annual Give Warmth MLK Day of Service, a heartfelt community service event to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Together, we will #GiveWarmth to unhoused neighbors in Washington, DC, and pool our resources to create a bigger impact in 2025 and beyond.

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Prepare to welcome the Year of the Snake with lion dancing and musical performances at the Kennedy Center on the Millennium Stage! This year’s musical performance will feature Stephanie Chou, a Chinese American jazz composer, saxophonist, and singer.

The comedian and writer from The Late Show presents a hilarious, difficult, and touching show about grief. If everyone dies, why does nobody talk about it?

Please note: Recommended for mature audiences.

Content warning: This show discusses the loss of a child.

Dar Williams’ lyrics contain bouquets of optimism, delivered on melodies alternating between beguiling lightness and understated gravity. Williams strongly believes that all of us possess our own power and ability to achieve, and she rejects the exceptionalism that encourages us to “admire that yonder star,” while making us feel small and insignificant; unworthy of shining on our own but hoping to catch enough distant light to inspire some tiny accomplishment. Williams has always been very interested in how to control our future and this album has to do with the fact that at some point, you just can’t.

With Rachel Bobbitt

Jordana Nye, known mononymously as simply Jordana, is an American bedroom pop musician.

Chris Travis is a rapper and the music producer behind Water Boyz Entertainment. He gained popularity by releasing his music to outlets like YouTube and SoundCloud.

One of his most popular YouTube videos, "Crunch Time," has earned upwards of eight million views since it was posted in December 2013. In April 2022, his Spotify audience had reached over 500,000 monthly listeners. 

Performances: Jan 30 @7pm & Feb 1 @8pm

Immerse yourself in the passion of Samuel Barber’s tour de force in the hands of NSO Music Director and renowned opera conductor Gianandrea Noseda. Presented as part of the NSO’s annual Opera in Concert series, Vanessa is a tale of self-discovery, longing, and the raw pursuit of love. Nicole Heaston, J’Nai Bridges, Matthew Polenzani, Susan Graham, and Thomas Hampson join the orchestra as special guests.

The meteoric rise of Atsuko Okatsuka serves as proof that she is one of the few stand-up comedians who can cross over from online viral sensation to big stage showstopper. From her quick-witted breakout 2019 comedy set taped during an earthquake; to her award-winning 2022 debut HBO special The Intruder, directed by Tig Notaro; to a recent front-cover joint interview with her inspiration Margaret Cho in The New York Times Magazine, Okatsuka and her signature bowl-cut hairdo are inescapably, delightfully everywhere. Now Okatsuka brings her sharp and sweetly naive humor to The Clarice. Get ready for an intimate evening of outrageous jokes and incisive storytelling from this undeniable superstar-in-the-making!

With Charles Jones, Sophia James, Aaron Childs

Singer/songwriter/actor Ben Barnes is best known for his captivating lead performances in The Chronicles Of Narnia, Dorian Grey, Jackie & Ryan, Netflicks blockbusters Westworld, and Shadow and Bone (to name a few). He has some exciting new music to share. Ben stands poised on the brink of a new and exciting era, preparing to unleash his debut album, "Where the Light Gets In" with a world tour looming the anticipation with his dedicated fans mounts, heralding a new and exhilarating chapter for Barnes and his devoted team.

Classes: 10:30am, 11:45am, 1pm

Join us for Dance Sanctuaries, a free movement-based classes in the REACH. Dancers are invited for three one-hour structured classes & an optional Open House Hour. Instructors and class schedules will be announced at a later date.

The Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) presents the AAMS Family Concert by winners of the 2024 AAMS ensemble competition. It will be a fantastic performance by these talented young musicians, who’ll serenade and entertain your family. Join us for the joyful sounds!

Performances: 7pm & 9:30pm

Nite Bjuti (pronounced “Night Beauty”) is a woman-led improvisatory trio of vocalist Candice Hoyes, Grammy-winning sound chemist Val Jeanty, and bassist Mimi Jones. Their improvised electro acoustic performances move through grooves into freedom. According to the New York Times, “spirit, conjure, necromancy, and memory seem to be some of the grounding ideas behind Nite Bjuti’s stunning, fully improvised sound.”

Performances: 7pm & 9:30pm

Nite Bjuti (pronounced “Night Beauty”) is a woman-led improvisatory trio of vocalist Candice Hoyes, Grammy-winning sound chemist Val Jeanty, and bassist Mimi Jones. Their improvised electro acoustic performances move through grooves into freedom. According to the New York Times, “spirit, conjure, necromancy, and memory seem to be some of the grounding ideas behind Nite Bjuti’s stunning, fully improvised sound.”

Warm up this winter with an evening in sunny Spain! The Latin Grammy nominated Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) brings you a lush symphonic extravaganza - works by three of Spain's most celebrated composers Pablo de Sarasate, Joaquin Turina, and Manuel de Falla. Sarasate's Carmen Fantasy for orchestra and violin, featuring Holly Nelson on violin, is based on the themes from Bizet's famous opera, Carmen, and is a virtuoso showcase for the violin. Turina's The Bullfighter's Prayer (Oración del Torero), originally written for a guitar quartet, and his Serenade (Serenata) have been masterfully arranged by Maestro Buslje for orchestra. Talented Argentine pianist, Agustin Muriago, solos on piano in Turina's Rapsodia Sinfónica. This concert also features excerpts from Manuel de Falla's El Amor Brujo and a work by Argentine composer, Carlos Guastavino, La Rosa y el Sauce. 

Pan American Symphony Orchestra’s lavish, energetic performance of music inspired by Spanish traditions will leave you warmly inspired.

Performances: Jan 30 @7pm & Feb 1 @8pm

Immerse yourself in the passion of Samuel Barber’s tour de force in the hands of NSO Music Director and renowned opera conductor Gianandrea Noseda. Presented as part of the NSO’s annual Opera in Concert series, Vanessa is a tale of self-discovery, longing, and the raw pursuit of love. Nicole Heaston, J’Nai Bridges, Matthew Polenzani, Susan Graham, and Thomas Hampson join the orchestra as special guests.

When the power of the human voice meets the spirit of community and the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the result is guaranteed to be joyous and inspiring, filling the Kennedy Center with stirring narrative and sound.

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of SAVIOUR: A MODERN ORATORIO, written by Greg Nelson and Bob Farrell, orchestrated by David Hamilton. An evening of inspiring sacred music featuring the True North Symphony Orchestra and Choir.

The Southern Area Aquatics & Recreation Complex serves the southernmost region of Prince George’s County with engaging, top-notch experiences for residents and visitors alike. As the first multi-generational recreation complex in the county, the arts programming follows suit by presenting arts events for all ages. Offerings include jazz, blues, R&B and oldies concerts, comedy, senior events, exhibits, children’s events, artist talks, and heritage events celebrating Native American History Month, Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and much more. There’s an arts event for everyone at SAARC!

View the schedule of events.

The Korean drumming collective GongMyoung is renowned for its innovative reinterpretations of time-honored Korean music—with a modern jam-session flair, unconventional improvised instruments, and an effortless sense of cool.

In collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Korean Cultural Center

Dylan LeBlanc is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who often finds himself flirting with the edge—or “dancing on a razor,” as he calls it. It is that nomadic spirit that drew him not only to a life as a touring musician, but also to the beast that titles his 2023 record Coyote.

Third Coast Percussion has distinguished itself through energetic and unexpected musical experiences that “push percussion in new directions” (NPR) and create “an inspirational sense of fun and curiosity” (Minnesota Star-Tribune).

Members of the National Symphony Orchestra play an assortment of chamber music.

• Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartet No.8  

• Arvo Pärt: Da pacem Domine

• Felix Mendelssohn: String Quartet No.3 in D major 

   

Featuring: 

Jennifer Kim, violin 

Rachelle Hunt, violin 

Ricardo Cyncynates, viola 

James Lee, cello 

Performances: 7pm & 9:30pm

Pianist, composer, producer, and Washington, D.C. native Sequoia “REDWOOD” Snyder blends contemporary jazz vibes and Black music genres with individuality and style. At only 24, she’s performed with esteemed musicians such as Rodney Whitaker, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kenny Barron, Cory Henry, and even popular R&B band The Internet. REDWOOD’s mentor Jason Moran says of his protégé, “when I can’t do a gig, I always recommend Sequoia.”

Yasmin Williams, raised in Woodbridge, Virginia, grew up surrounded by music. Inspired by a wide range of artists—from Chuck Brown to Jimi Hendrix—she began developing her innovative fingerstyle acoustic guitar technique while studying music theory and composition at NYU. Williams has released two previous albums, Unwind (2018) and Urban Driftwood (2021), where she introduced unique approaches, such as playing kalimba and guitar simultaneously. She also incorporates instruments like the kora, harp guitar, and banjo. Despite her use of folk instruments, she resists being categorized within the genre, valuing creative freedom over conformity. Her latest record, Acadia, is out now via Nonesuch Records.

Join us on for an evening Uzbek Cultural Show, headlined by Friendship Nation Ensemble and opera baritone Jenisbek Piyazov. Enjoy the mesmerizing Lazgi dance, a hallmark of Uzbek dance culture, alongside evocative songs telling stories of love, nature, and passion.

In collaboration with the Embassy of Uzbekistan

Performances: 7pm & 9:30pm

Megan Gailey is a writer, actor, and comedian, originally from Indiana and now based in Los Angeles. Her credits include WGA Award–nominated series Pause with Sam Jay for HBO, and the ESPY Awards. Now see her new stand-up in the intimate Club at Studio K!

Please note: Recommended for mature audiences.

Praised as “one of the most outstanding artists of our epoch” (Le Monde), Nikolai Lugansky is a pianist of extraordinary depth and versatility. Regularly appearing with major orchestras across the globe, this is a special opportunity to experience Lugansky’s interpretations in the intimate Terrace Theater — the location of his Hayes Piano Series debut in the 1996 season

The multi-award-winning Lena Jonsson Trio continues to break new ground internationally with its unique mix of deeply rooted Swedish folk, jazz, American old-time, and electro-acoustic sounds.

Acclaimed vocalist and songwriter Lizz Wright sings with a soaring reflection of the cultural fabric of America, transcending social divides with her offer of love and deep sense of humanity.

On the album Medium Raw, Early James continues to display his distinctive, one-of-a-kind style: whip-smart wordplay, upended clichés, humor both light and dark, and a deep intelligence that frequently reflects a literary sensibility.