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Guide to Art & Entertainment in DC

The District is always abuzz with great entertainment. Whether it's watching a live sporting event, attending the opera or watching an IMAX movie, DC has something for everyone. Here you'll find links and information that will help you plan your attendance at a performace, view performance schedules and learn how and where to purchase tickets.
Half-Price Theatre Tickets to DC Theatre
Find half-price tickets to the theatre, dance, music, and opera for performances at the Kennedy Center, National Theatre, Arena Stage, Ford's Theatre, Folger Shakespeare Theatre, and more.
Halloween Costume Shops in Washignton, DC
Halloween costume shops in Washington, DC. Find costumes to rent or buy at these local costume shops.
Solar Decathlon College Competition
The Solar Decathlon is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy and brings together 20 teams of college and university students to design and build an effective and efficient solar powered home. Come to the National Mall October 8 - 20, 2009 to watch the competition.
Eagle Bank Bowl 2009
Eagle Bank Bowl 2009 will take place on December 29, 2009 at 4:30 p.m. at RFK Stadium. Army or Navy takes on an Atlantic Coast Conference Team. This is the second year for the Eagle Bank Bowl.
Monday Night at The National Theatre - Free Performances at National Theatre
Monday Night Free Performances at The National Theatre for Fall 2009 will kick-off on September 28, 2009 with a free performance by the Marine String Quartet. Shows are at 6 and 7:30 p.m.
DC Shorts Film Festival 2009 - Washington, DC
Shorts Film Festival 2009 is one of the leading short film festivals in the nation according to MovieMaker Magazine. The festival will take place from September 10-17, 2009. Washington, DC will play host to this film festival for its sixth year. 100 films will be screened during the festival.
Shakespeare Free for All
Shakespeare Free For All is an annual summer event in Washington, DC that offers visitors and the local community an opportunity to see free performances of a Shakespeare play. Learn more about plays, times and venues.
Shakespeare Theatre Company's Free For All: The Taming of the Shrew
Shakespeare Theatre Company's Free for All free performance of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew runs August 27, 2009 to September 12, 2009.
Kennedy Center 2009 Page to Stage Festival
The Kennedy Center hosts its annual Page-to-Stage Festival which features more than 40 D.C. area theater companies. This free three-day event takes place September 5-7, 2009.
Ten Books to Read This Summer and the Best Places in Washington, DC to Read Them
What's on your summer reading list? Vacations are a great time to get away and see the sights, but it’s also a great time to slow down and catch-up on the latest reads your favorite author has penned; re-read a tome you adored the first time; or discover the tales of a new writer.
Storefront Churches: Photographs by Camilo José Vergara at the National Building
The National Building Museum will be exhibiting Storefront Churches: Photographs by Camilo José Vergara June 20-November 29, 2009 in Washington, DC.
Duke Ellington Jazz Festival 2009 in Washington, DC
The Duke Ellington Jazz Fesitval in Washington DC takes place June 5-15, 2009 and includes free concerts on the National Mall.
Wolf Trap's Children's Theatre in the Woods- Summer Activities for Kids in DC
Washington, DC has great summer activities for kids of all ages and Wolf Trap's 2009 Children's Theatre in the Woods is one of the many activities for kids ages five to 12 to enjoy.
Hillwood Estate Presents Divas Outdoors: Classic Films Under the Stars
Head over to Hillwood Estate for Divas Outdoors Classic Films Under the Stars. There are two opportunities to screen That Touch of Mink and How to Marry a Millionaire on the grounds of Hillwood Estate.
US Navy Memorial Free Summer Concerts 2009 in DC--Where to Find Free DC Concerts
Free summer concerts in Washington, DC are one of the many pluses to visiting DC. Enjoy outdoor concerts from some of Washington, DC's finest local bands, orchestras and musical ensembles.
Washington DC Weekend, May 15-17, 2009--What to Do in Washington DC May 15-17, 2
Washington DC Weekend, May 15-17, 2009, what to do in Washington DC. From film festivals to wine at sunset to chili and music, there's something for everyone.
The Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage: Free Performances
The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage (2700 F St. NW Washington, DC 20566, 202-467-4600)provides visitors an opportunity to see a range of performances free of charge 364 days a year. Every night at 6 p.m.
Saturday Morning at National Theatre: Free Performances
Saturday Morning at the National Theatre in Washington, DC offers free performances that the whole family can enjoy. There are still several remaining performances for the 2008-2009 Schedule
Where to Watch Bowl Games on New Year’s Day in Washington, DC
Washington, DC has many sports bars where college football fans can watch college bowl games and hook-up with like-minded alums and fans.
The Eaglebank Bowl: Naval Academy Vs Wake Forest in Washington, DC
The Eaglebank Bowl in Washington, DC will be play on December 29, 2008 at RFK Stadium. Kick-off is at 11 a.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN.
[i]The Nutcracker[/i] at the Kennedy Center or Warner Theatre
Seeing a performance of the classic ballet, The Nutcracker, in Washington, DC is a wonderful way to start the holiday season. Catch a show at Warner Theatre or the Kennedy Center.
Frost/Nixon a hit at the Kennedy Center
Frost/Nixon is showing at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. This is one of the many wonderful perfomances visitors to DC can take in at the Kennedy Center
Cirque du Soleil Returns to Washington, DC with KOOZA
Cirque du Soleil will grace Washington, DC with its production KOOZA, set to open on Thursday, October 30, 2008.
The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC
The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC is a living memorial and tribute to JFK and his legacy as an advocate for the performing arts. The center offers visitors an opportunity to see ballet, opera, orchestrial, and stage performances.
DC Theatres for Plays, Opera, Ballet & Chamber Music
Washington, DC is filled with theatres to take in a play, listen to chamber music, watch a ballet or hear an operatic story.
Fall Concerts in Washington, DC
Washington, DC has some world class events and concerts that come to the Verizon Center and the Patriot Center. Check-out the shows you won't want to miss.
The Washington Nationals Home Game Schedule for the Month of April 2008
If you are visiting Washington, DC during the month of April and want to take in a Washington Nationals home game then check-out the schedule of baseballs here.
Dumbarton Concerts in the Heart of Georgetown
Georgetown has a great selection of live music venues and if chamber music is your fetish, then Dumbarton Concerts in historic Georgetown is a place you will want to visit.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts showcases some of the finest music and stage show performances in the city. This link talks about the Kennedy Center's history and directs you to the calendar of scheduled performances.
The Arena Stage
The Arena Stage is a not-for-profit theater with world class productions. This link takes you to their homepage so you can scan their performance calendar and buy tickets for the show of your choice.
Verizon Center
When the Verizon Center is a 20,000 seat facility that when it isn't playing host to the Wizards, the Capitals or the Mystics, patrons are treated to performances by everyone from the Wiggles to Hannah Montana to the Spice Girls. This link takes you directly to the Verizon Center homepage so you can check-out the calendar of events and performances and buy your tickets.
Ford's Theater
A living tribute to Abraham Lincoln and his tragic death, Ford's Theater offers tours of this historic structure and special stage performances including <i>A Christmas Carol</i>. This link provides details about the theater and information to help you plan your visit.
A Directory of Movie Theaters in Washington, DC
This is a directory of the movie theaters in Washington, DC.
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