Local Youth to Perform at The John F. Kennedy Center's Millenium Stage in February

The only program of its kind, Young Artists of America at Strathmore presents symphonic theatrical productions featuring young performing artists from the Greater Washington, DC area alongside professional mentors.

On February 27th, they will have the honor of performing at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts' Millenium Stage. They will present highlights from their current 2016-2017 season, including selections from The Wizard of Oz, Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Chess, The Lion King and In the Heights. The performance will be free and open to the public. Doors will open at 5:30pm and the performance will run from 6pm to 7pm. Please note that here is no free parking for free events at The Kennedy Center.

Then on Sunday, March 12th, Young Artists of America at Strathmore will present "The Circle of Life: The Songs of Tim Rice in Concert" at 4pm at The Music Center at Strathmore. This will be a World Premiere production created specifically for Young Artists of America featuring songs from Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Aida, Chess, Beauty & the Beast, Aladdin and The Lion King, devised and directed by Hugh Wooldridge, with the special participation of Sir Tim Rice.

Learn more at www.yaa.org.