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Shear Madness

Kennedy Center

Sixty-five years after its original stage debut, a critically acclaimed North American tour of The Sound of Music will transport the next generation of theatergoers to the hills of Austria. Directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien, the smash-hit musical classic will once again grace stages across the country, captivating audiences with its universal themes of love, resilience, and the power of music.

The Sound of Music

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

DOORS open at 6:00 PM. SHOW starts at 7:00 PM. Our accessible seats are located in Row Z of the Orchestra Section. They are non-fixed, padded, armless seats and can easily be removed for those using their own chair or stay in place for companions & those who don't use their own chair. They can be purchased online. Just click where it says "filters" and then select the button that says "show accessible seats". For general ticketing and event info, please contact the Warner Box Office at WarnerBoxOffice@LiveNation.com. For Premium Seating information, please reach out to Maryclaire Griffin at MaryclaireGriffin@LiveNation.com or call 202-626-8255. *PLEASE NOTE: Premium Seating does not manage or sell Artist VIP packages.

Noel Miller: Live!

Warner Theatre

An evening of daring adventures, mythical creatures, sorcery, and romance: the NSO conjures an intoxicating Mediterranean dreamscape with Ravel’s ballet Daphnis et Chloé! Simon Trpčeski, who “looks set to dominate the piano world for a long time to come” (London Times), joins the orchestra for Saint-Saëns’s tender Piano Concerto No. 2.

Daphnis et Chloé & Simon Trpčeski

Podcast link: https://youtu.be/4hagYvrYbuM

The Artelize Podcast and Kasper Holten - Pedefining Opera for the modern world

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d36M5Hi6O80

The Artelize Podcast - A legacy of innovation in Opera: Celebrating Marc A. Scorca

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59E40S_EQSY

The Artelize Podcast: A love letter that was never sent

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THv6htilWtI

The Artelize Podcast and Adolfo Corrado: Mediterranean flavors, opera and social media

Hans Graf brings “a brave new world of music-making” (The Straits Times) to Schubert’s romantic Symphony No. 8, the great “Unfinished” masterwork that packs a lifetime of hope, suffering, and joy into just two perfect movements. “Spellbinding soloist” Renaud Capuçon performs Alban Berg’s Violin Concerto—a mysterious, autumnal farewell “to the memory of an angel.”

Schubert’s “Unfinished” Capuçon plays Berg

The former NSO Music Director returns with an all-Beethoven program brimming with lyricism and energy. Acclaimed violinist Isabelle Faust, whose “sound electrifies” (The New York Times), makes her much-anticipated NSO debut in Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. Beethoven’s joyous Symphony No. 7, a work Richard Wagner called “the apotheosis of the dance,” makes an electrifying finale.

Eschenbach returns: An Evening of Beethoven

Two titans of classical music join forces for an intimate performance of Schubert’s song cycle Winterreise: renowned baritone Matthias Goerne and Grammy Award–winning pianist Daniil Trifonov. Set to Wilhelm Müller’s poetry, Winterreise unfolds in 24 heartbreaking, hopeful songs for voice and piano as a wanderer moves through the frozen landscape. Please note: the NSO does not perform on this program.

NSO Presents: Matthias Goerne & Daniil Trifonov

An October tradition! The Concert Hall transforms into a ghostly sight when ghoulishly attired NSO musicians perform new and old classics to celebrate Halloween! Arrive early for trick-or-treating and a special Haunted Hall Musical PLAYspace. Most enjoyed by 5+

NSO Family Concert: Halloween Spooktacular

Awaken your heart with two distinct visions of love: Strauss’ Don Juan, a man’s restless pursuit of passion; and Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet, a fated tale of love at its purest. Led by Jader Bignamini, the concert also features Wynton Marsalis’ bold Herald, Holler, and Hallelujah and Gershwin’s jazz-infused Piano Concerto in F with soloist Hélène Grimaud.

Don Juan & Romeo and Juliet Grimaud plays Gershwin

DOORS open at 6:00 PM. SHOW starts at 7:00 PM. For general ticketing and event questions, please contact the Warner Box Office at WarnerBoxOffice@LiveNation.com. For Premium Seating information, please reach out to Maryclaire Griffin at MaryclaireGriffin@LiveNation.com or call 202-626-8255.

Brad Williams: The Growth Spurt Tour

DOORS open at 6:30 PM. SHOW starts at 7:30 PM. For general ticketing and event questions, please contact the Warner Box Office at WarnerBoxOffice@LiveNation.com. For Premium Seating information, please reach out to Maryclaire Griffin at MaryclaireGriffin@LiveNation.com or call 202-626-8255.

Michelle Buteau: The Surviving And Thriving Tour

Step into a world of serene natural beauty with Tregaron Unplugged, presented by Washington Performing Arts. This vibrant outdoor concert series features exceptional performances peppered throughout the picturesque setting of Tregaron Conservancy in Northwest D.C., creating a perfect harmony between music and nature. This year’s lineup includes string quartets, vocalists, and unique musical ensembles. Audiences will be treated to an eclectic mix of genres, including jazz, classical, Americana, and more. Hear a captivating blend of original and timeless standards throughout the park, where the magic of live performances and the tranquility of nature come together for an unforgettable experience.

Tregaron Unplugged

Tregaron Conservancy

Grammy-winning percussion quartet Third Coast Percussion opens the evening with vibrant works by electronic composer Jlin, violinist Jessie Montgomery, and jazz composer Tigran Hamasyan. Praised by The New York Times for their “commandingly elegant” performances, the ensemble brings precision and imagination to every piece. Tabla virtuoso Salar Nader follows with a solo set and a moving video tribute to his mentor, the legendary Zakir Hussain—a longtime Washington Performing Arts artistic collaborator who recently passed away. The program culminates in Murmurs in Time, the regional premiere of Hussain’s only work composed for classical percussion ensemble, co-commissioned by Washington Performing Arts and recorded with Third Coast Percussion in 2024. The piece features Nader and Third Coast in a stirring collaboration that celebrates rhythmic innovation and deep artistic legacy. The New York Times described the work as “a brilliant and moving performance (in) tribute to Hussain and the humanistic values at the heart of his art.”

Third Coast Percussion, percussion quartet

The George Washington University

A radiant force in the new generation of pianists, Avery Gagliano brings insight, imagination, and a bold interpretive voice to the stage. Hailing from Washington, D.C., Gagliano is a recent graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music and a mentee of Sir András Schiff at the Kronberg Academy in Germany. Lauded by The Philadelphia Inquirer as “a pianist who conveys a vivid musical personality and bold imagination,” Gagliano is a familiar and beloved presence on Washington Performing Arts stages. Her program traverses Romantic fervor, American lyricism, Hungarian fire, and the introspective intensity of late-Romantic Russian works—each piece a canvas for her expressive brilliance.

Avery Gagliano, piano

Washington Performing Arts

Purcell’s ground-breaking opera makes its long-awaited Opera Lafayette debut. Mary Elizabeth Williams returns to Opera Lafayette as Dido, the ill-fated Queen of Carthage, following her internationally lauded performance in last season’s Morgiane. The famously haunting aria “When I Am Laid in Earth” brings the resilient Dido to a crossroad in this woman-centered storyline, delivering an unforgettable saga of love, loss, power, and humanity.

Dido and Aeneas

El Museo del Barrio

Sixth & I

Immerse yourself in a night of enchanting melodies with the Boston Lyric Opera at the prestigious Kennedy Center - Opera House in Washington, US, on October 24, 2025. Known for their captivating performances, the Boston Lyric Opera will transport you to a world of dramatic expression and musical excellence. The event starts at 19:30, promising an unforgettable evening under the spell of powerful voices and compelling narratives. Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of the finest opera companies in the United States. Secure your tickets now at the primary event link. For more information, visit the official website at blo.org.

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Washington Performing Arts

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Washington Performing Arts

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Washington Performing Arts

Dido and Aeneas

Opera Lafayette

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