Your independent guide to the best shows in Washington
Garson Kanin's 1946 play is as relevant as ever
A New York entrepreneur heads to D.C for a spot of bribery in support of his business interests alongside his trophy mistress and former showgirl Billie Dawn. When he decides it is Billie's, not his, ignorance...
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The show's composer leads this fully immersive series of concerts
HBO's blockbuster series Game of Thrones has been entrancing millions of viewers the world over for seven seasons with its epic saga of political intrigue, bloody warfare and really really big fire-breathing...
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The frothy, farcical favorite returns!
A firm favorite of Shakespeare's oeuvre, The Comedy of Errors is a colorful confection of chaos full of witty wordplay, frothy farce, and irresistible anarchy. Returning courtesy of the Shakespeare Theatre...
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Putting the MOCK into democracy since 1981!
Another audience favorite, Capitol Steps is a troupe of current and former Congressional staffers who perform a political musical satire and keep you laughing about events and personalities on Capitol...
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A touching tribute to trailblazing African-American comedian Dick Gregory
Washington's Arena Stage company kicks off their groundbreaking new theater season with Turn Me Loose, a rousing biographical dramedy about the life and career of African American comedian, civil rights...
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An intimate evening with Hamilton alumnus Christopher Jackson
Renee Fleming continues her VOICES series at the Kennedy Center with a special one-night-only performance by Broadway royalty Christopher Jackson. Perhaps best known for originating the role of George...
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Elton John hits the yellow brick road one last time!
Tony Award Winner
After five decades in the 'biz, Elton John has announced his final tour before he retires, giving the world one last chance to catch the pop legend live. Singer, composer and pianist and activist, Elton...
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This man knows his way around a guitar
For an exhilarating live experience, they don't come much better than Lenny Kravitz. This renowned singer-songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist has over the course of his career produced...
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Christina frees us all with the Liberation tour!
Prepare yourselves America! Christina is back! After gracing us with her first bops in six years earlier this spring, she's ready to take the show back on the road with the Liberation tour. Playing fairly...
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A true icon of folk music says farewell!
Folk icon Baez first came to prominence in the 1960s with her brand of soft and husky ballads that often covered topical issues of the day notably Diamonds And Rust which paid a touching tribute to her...
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Join your favourite Disney Junior characters in a brand new show!
Come along for a dance party like no other and interact with your favorite Disney characters! Join Mickey, Minny, Sofia The First, Doc McStuffins and the Jake and the Neverland Pirates as they perform...
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Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino tours with Rae Sremmurd!
Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino will embark on a stadium tour with Rae Sremmurd in September! The tour will mark the multi-talented Glover's final tour of Childish Gambino, as topped off by the spring...
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Owl City hit the road for the Cinematic tour!
Owl City is a project of Adam Young. Formed early 2007 in Owatonna, Minnesota, United States. Owl City has reached the "Top Unsigned Artist" position on Myspace, having over 10 million total plays. His...
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Mr. Boombastic collabs with an Englishman in New York!
Mr. Boomtastic meets an Englishman in New York! Rock legend Sting and reggae master Shaggy have made history in being the most unlikely pair to collaborate together. It's a musical partnership that has...
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The most successful comedian you've never heard of
This Anglo-Indian Canadian stand-up comic is one of most successful touring, and has been nominated for numerous awards. Despite having eluding the stratospheric level of fame as his peers, Chris Rock...
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Car Seat Headrests relives hit album Twin Fantasy
To fans delight Car Seat Headrest's self-proclaimed 'never finished' hit album Twin Fantasy got a revamp at the beginning of this year. Originally released in 2011, Twin Fantasy was a surprising cult hit,...
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Colombia's biggest rock star
Colombian actor, singer and composer Carlos Vives heads to the States for a new tour. One of the country's biggest Latin stars, Vives first came to prominence in 1982 as an actor on the popular telenova...
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The Baltimore synth-poppers continue their upwards ascendancy
Up until 2014, Future Islands were an acclaimed, but lesser known synth-pop band from Baltimore, but that all changed with their appearance on David Letterman's Late Show. Not only was lead singer Samuel...
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A pioneer in commercial electronic music!
A pioneer in commercial electronic music, English-born New Wave star Numan very much still enjoys a loyal following in the new millennium. Famous for his hits "Are 'Friends' Electric?" and "Cars", Numan...
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See the hit film with live orchestral accompaniment!
One of the biggest hits of 2017, Jordan Peele's seminal horror/comedy comes to the Concert Hall for this special showing, utilizing the talents of the NSO as they play Michael Abel's awesome score live-to-screen....
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One of BET's most successful comedic discoveries
One of the most popular comics on today's circuit, it's rather hard to imagine Koy starting off in a humble Las Vegas coffee shop way back in 1994. Now a regular panellist on Chelsea Lately's late-night...
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Join Academy Award Winner Reese Witherspoon as she presents her debut book!
Blond bombshell Reese Witherspoon is stepping out from in front of the camera as she presents her debut book Whiskey in a Teacup on a whirlwind book tour! Join the Academy Award winner as she delves into...
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Considered to be one of the greatest axemen of all time!
One of the musical inspirations for guitar legends like Jimi Hendrix, the Rolling Stones and Jimmy Page, this American blues guitarist is considered to be one of the greatest axemen of all time. Buddy...
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A night of chat from two of America's most knowledgeable TV personalities
Get ready for a night of insider news and gossip from two men who are always at the brink of breaking stories. Anderson Cooper is one of the States most trusted figures when it comes to news reporting,...
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Gimmick free, infectious pop music from Ben Rector
Nashville native Ben Rector mixes shades of soul, gospel and upbeat sunshine pop to form piano-driven anthems that could get the toes of even the most cynical of audiophiles tapping along. A decade after...
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Dev Hynes hits the road with new Blood Orange material in tow
It seems the winds have shifted for British singer songwriter and producer Dev Hynes. Never one to favour touring, preferring the writing and producing process, Hynes is reportedly itching to hit the road...
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The hard-rocking power trio hit the road on a Summer tour
Formed in 2000 in their hometown of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, hard-rocking power trio Highly Suspect started out as a cover band, before relocating to Brooklyn to record their first EP of original material...
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The best of 80s synth pop and new wave genres come together for a mega summer tour
It's time to tease your hair to new heights and get your neon spandex out of storage 'cause the Lost 80s Live tour is hitting the road and reviving the music of the decade of decadence this Summer! Filled...
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Catch St. Paul and The Broken Bones for an authentic taste of Southern-fried soul
Birmingham, Alabama natives St Paul and the Broken Bones blend tight horn lines and Southern-fried soul to form music that's buzzing with electricity. As such, their live shows are no sit-down affairs...
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Relive the bublegum latin pop of your childhood - Timbiriche is back!
Beloved as one of the most iconic Latin pop groups of the 80s and 90s, Timbiriche holds a special place in many a millennial heart. Much like the Micky Mouse Club in the US, the group's ever evolving line-up...
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Going strong for three decades
An American theatre institution, Shear Madness is the longest running non-musical show in American history. It's been running in Boston at the Charles Playhouse for over 30 years, and has enjoyed hugely...
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This is a distinctive, ambitious record that takes advantage of her natural talents in surprising ways.
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From the writer of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
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Over the subsequent years, the Seoul group have become one of the leading lights of South Korea's indie scene with carefree pop songs that recall western artists like The Whitest Boy Alive and Mac DeMarco.
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"News updates from a fictional town have become a must-listen for a fan-base craving their fortnightly fix of alien incursions, vengeful spirits and hovering cats."
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