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Q&A: The Washington Ballet presents ‘Sleeping Beauty’ at the Kennedy Center
Princess Aurora pricks her hand on a spindle and enters a deep sleep in The Washington Ballet’s production of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty” at the Kennedy Center.
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Ft. Washington org provides platforms for African-American classical musicians
During Black History Month, and all year long, a local performing arts organization shares its passion for the classics through its partnerships with organizations around the D.C. area and beyond to provide performing platforms for African-American classical musicians.
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Law enforcement agencies to hold training exercises inside Kennedy Center
Several law enforcement agencies based in the D.C. region will be running training drills inside the Kennedy Center on Tuesday and the public could see an unusual amount of police activity in the area as a result.
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Science on screens: Expo highlights benefits of video games in education
More than 80 percent of teens play video games — and not just at home. The popularity of games is growing in the classroom, and a recent free expo showcased some of the most innovative options.
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Is ‘Love Actually’ a good movie, actually?
Fifteen years after its release, the British romantic comedy — which weaves together nine storylines of mixed quality — has apparently become a holiday film that many view annually. But is it a good movie? At Christmas you tell the truth, so WTOP examines the debate.
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Q&A: ‘Anastasia’ spins Russian myth into Broadway gold at Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center welcomes the U.S. national tour of “Anastasia: The Musical,” which opened on Broadway in 2017.
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PHOTOS: Julia Louis-Dreyfus receives Mark Twain Prize
Julia Louis-Dreyfus has been honored with the Mark Twain Prize for lifetime achievement in comedy.
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Q&A: Washington Ballet presents ‘TWB Welcomes’ program at Kennedy Center
“TWB Welcomes” launches its 2018-2019 season with a collection of past favorites and new guest dancers from around the world.
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NSO salutes ‘Star Wars’ Episodes 4-7 in live Kennedy Center concert series
Conductor Steven Reineke previews the NSO series by explaining what makes John Williams’ iconic score so masterful.
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‘Hamilton’ show at Kennedy Center canceled Tuesday night
The Kennedy Center said in a tweet that a performance of “Hamilton” has been added at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 to accommodate those with tickets to the canceled performance.
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Q&A: Star of ‘The Color Purple’ talks musical adaptation at Kennedy Center
Alice Walker’s Pulitzer-winning novel became a Spielberg movie and Broadway hit — and now arrives at the Kennedy Center.
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Kennedy Center honors for Cher, Reba McEntire, ‘Hamilton’
The national arts center also announced Wednesday a special award for the genre-bending musical “Hamilton,” as part of the gala set for Dec. 2.
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Patton Oswalt headlines District of Comedy Festival at Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center hosts its third annual District of Comedy Festival, including Patton Oswalt and Harry Shearer.
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Q&A: Jeff Foxworthy cracks up the Kennedy Center, blue-collar style
The top-selling comedian brings his signature blue-collar comedy to the most luxurious of venues.
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Q&A: Temptations founder praises ‘Ain’t Too Proud’ at Kennedy Center
Temptations founder Otis Williams and actor Jeremy Pope break down “Ain’t Too Proud,” which hits the Kennedy Center before heading to Broadway.
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