Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center

Named the Gold Laureate and Audience Choice Award winner at the 2025 Honens International Piano Competition in Canada, 29-year-old pianist Élisabeth Pion has appeared on international stages as a recitalist, chamber musician, and guest artist. She continues to earn acclaim for her technical precision, expressive range, and deep engagement with her repertoire. In her Washington Performing Arts debut, Pion presents a program featuring works by Schubert arranged by Liszt, Brahams, and Chopin.&nbsp;

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Élisabeth Pion presented by Washington...

Named the Gold Laureate and Audience Choice Award winner at the 2025 Honens International Piano Competition in Canada,...

Élisabeth Pion presented by Washington Performing Arts

The Kogod Cradle at the Areana Mead Center for American Theatre

Written as a witty, political and social indictment of the Victorian British establishment, this tuneful satire based on The Mikado by Gilbert and Sullivan has been absent from many stages over the last few decades due to claims of political-correctness. As IN Series lampoons all forms of tyranny, from would be kings to cancel culture itself, THE MAKADO: Make America Kingly Again! An Operatico-Politico-Buffo-Satirico reimagines the iconic musical spoof as set in a great golden gilded oval office, with a cast of all too familiar characters that take no prisoners as they delight audiences and poke fun at fools from all sides. With added strains of John Phillip Sousa, new rhymes from THE CAPITOL STEPS veteran writer Bari Biern, and over-the-top costumes, sets, and comedy. THE MAKADO uses laughter and music to say what no one is saying but we’ve all been thinking…

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THE M.A.K.A.do Make America Kingly Again! 

Written as a witty, political and social indictment of the Victorian British establishment, this tuneful satire based on The...

The Music Center at Strathmore

A friend of Washington Performing Arts since the 1960s, internationally beloved violinist Itzhak Perlman returns to The Music Center at Strathmore alongside frequent musical collaborator, pianist Rohan De Silva. Perlman is celebrated for a decades-long career replete with remarkable artistry, humanity, and his own infectious joy for making music. The evening concludes with an onstage Linger Longer conversation with Perlman and Washington Performing Arts President &amp; CEO Jenny Bilfield.&nbsp;

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Itzhak Perlman presented by Washington...

A friend of Washington Performing Arts since the 1960s, internationally beloved violinist Itzhak Perlman returns to The Music...

Itzhak Perlman presented by Washington Performing Arts

Barrel House Cafe & Bar

Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico, singer-songwriter Taisha Estrada moves between neo-soul, jazz, rock, and Latin rhythms, anchored by bilingual songwriting rooted in personal narrative. Named a 2025 NPR Tiny Desk Top Shelf artist, she released her debut album, Nostalgia Ajena, in 2023 and has performed at the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage, Blues Alley, and Strathmore.&nbsp; Tickets available at<a href="https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/mars-arts-d-c/barrel-house/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/mars-arts-d-c/barrel-house/</a>.

Tickets are Pay What You Can ($5 minimum) and available in advance at<a href="https://washingtonperformingarts.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> WashingtonPerformingArts.org</a> or on site the day of each performance.&nbsp;

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Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico, singer-songwriter Taisha Estrada moves between neo-soul, jazz, rock, and Latin rhythms, anchored...

Mars Arts D.C. After Hours Presented by Washington Performing Arts

Tregaron Conservancy

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.

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Step into a world of serene natural beauty with Tregaron Unplugged, presented by Washington Performing Arts. This vibrant...

 Washington Performing Arts Presents Mars Arts D.C. Tregaron Unplugged

Sixth & I

Lauded by The Washington Post as “an artist of strikingly original ideas and irrefutable integrity,” Simone Dinnerstein returns to Washington Performing Arts for an evening of distinctive artistry at Sixth &amp; I. The program opens with the world premiere of a new work by Ellis Ludwig-Leone, inspired by Philip Glass's Songs for Liquid Days. The recital also features Rameau's rarely performed Gavotte et six doubles, followed by American composer Philip Lasser’s Twelve Variations on a Chorale by J.S. Bach, exploring the power and modernity of Bach’s harmonic poetry. Dinnerstein continues to demonstrate her “unique voice in the forest of Bach interpretation” (The New York Times) with the composer’s 15 Sinfonias and closes her program with Keith Jarrett’s Encore from Tokyo, ending the night on a note of otherworldly serenity.
Dinnerstein’s performance is the fifth-annual Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial Recital–a creative initiative connecting Justice Ginsburg’s love of music, the esteemed artists she championed and befriended, and the future of the vocal and instrumental arts in which she delighted.

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Lauded by The Washington Post as “an artist of strikingly original ideas and irrefutable integrity,” Simone Dinnerstein returns...

Simone Dinnerstein presented by Washington Performing Arts 

Takoma Park Seventh-day Adventist Church

Under the banner America 250: Sounds of Unity, the Sphinx Virtuosi, the premier professional orchestra of Black and Latinx classical musicians, takes the stage alongside mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges for a landmark evening of artistry and advocacy that opens the 2026–2027 season with a powerful statement about the breadth, diversity, and future of classical music. Composer Damien Geter will be in attendance to lead the pre-concert talk. Co-presented with the Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts

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Sphinx Virtuosi with J’Nai Bridges

Under the banner America 250: Sounds of Unity, the Sphinx Virtuosi, the premier professional orchestra of Black and Latinx...

Celebrated sitar maestro Niladri Kumaar is a compelling force in Indian classical music and an innovator who carries centuries of tradition in every note. This evening is both a forward-looking showcase and a tribute to an irreplaceable musical bond: curated selections from Space Between the Notes, the only recorded live performance between Kumaar and the late, legendary Zakir Hussain. Their singular partnership resounds once more—a gift, before the album's release later this year. Featuring sitar, zitar, and an ensemble of Indian and American musicians with jazz influences, this is Indian music at its most expansive, where centuries of classical tradition meet improvisational spirit.

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Niladri Kumaar presented by Washington...

Celebrated sitar maestro Niladri Kumaar is a compelling force in Indian classical music and an innovator who carries centuries...

Niladri Kumaar presented by Washington Performing Arts 

Church of the Epiphany

A program for full ensemble and chamber forces exploring humanity, displacement, and belonging. Featuring staged performance elements alongside both historical and contemporary repertoire, the concert integrates multiple perspectives on refuge, identity, and human connection.

Local Event: Choral Arts Presents "In Search of Home"

Choral Arts Presents "In Search of Home"

A program for full ensemble and chamber forces exploring humanity, displacement, and belonging. Featuring staged performance...

Latin-folk instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Juan Manú, originally from El Paso, Texas, and now based in Washington, D.C., draws on his Mexican heritage and Tejano culture in music that blends classical violin training with a decade of mariachi vocals, violin, and guitar. A current artist in residence at Strathmore, he uses traditional genres to lift queer voices and stories. Tickets available at<a href="https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/mars-arts-d-c/barrel-house/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/mars-arts-d-c/barrel-house/</a>.

Tickets are Pay What You Can ($5 minimum) and available in advance at<a href="https://washingtonperformingarts.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> WashingtonPerformingArts.org</a> or on site the day of each performance.

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Latin-folk instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Juan Manú, originally from El Paso, Texas, and now based in Washington, D.C.,...

Mars Arts D.C. After Hours presented by Washington Performing Arts 

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Arlington, VA– More than 50 artists will open their studios to the public the weekend of September 26 and 27, organizers announced.
his year will mark the ninth <a href="https://arlingtonartstudiotour.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Arlington Visual Art Studio Tour</a>, an opportunity for people to meet local artists and learn about their processes. Visitors can view the art of over 50 creative individuals who represent a wide range of styles and media. In addition to painting, drawing, photography, and sculpture, artists in the Arlington area are known for printmaking, photography, papercutting, letterpress, and jewelry. While there will be opportunities for visitors to purchase art, the Tour is foremost a community-building event that encourages visitors to discover and appreciate the artists in their neighborhood. T
The Arlington Visual Art Studio Tour depends on the efforts of independent artists, volunteers, and Arlington visual arts organizations. The 2026 Tour is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors, which include Fred Schnider Investment Group, Gerald &amp; Katherine Freshley, and Palette 22. 
The Tour will publish a guide and map with the names, locations and opening hours of participating artists. Printed copies will be available at community centers, arts venues, and libraries by early September. Those interested can also plan their route online: <a href="https://www.arlingtonartstudiotour.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.arlingtonartstudiotour.org/</a>. Studios in South Arlington will be open Sat., Sept. 26 (11 am – 5 pm), and studios in North Arlington will be open on Sun., Sept. 27 (11 am – 5 pm).
An exhibition at the Barry Gallery (Marymount University) will be presented in conjunction with the Tour from Sept. 3 through Oct. 28. Entitled “Off the Grid,” the show will bring together work by the Tour’s artists, highlighting the talent in our community. 

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Arlington Visual Art Studio Tour

Arlington, VA– More than 50 artists will open their studios to the public the weekend of September 26 and 27, organizers...

Alden Theatre

In a world defined by change and reinvention, Ballet Hispánico New York offers an evening at The McLean Community Center's Alden Theatre where movement becomes a form of resilience, reflection, and renewal. MUJERES: Women in Motion features three powerful choreographic voices—each exploring identity, conscience, and cultural inheritance through her own distinct lens. Together, they reveal the plural imagination of contemporary America: layered, rhythmic, and alive with meaning. Don't miss this mesmerizing performance on October 2 at 7 p.m. at The Alden Theatre!
“Ballet Hispánico dances with elegance and lyricism.”—The Washington Post
Runtime: approximately 100 minutes with two intermissions

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Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in...

In a world defined by change and reinvention, Ballet Hispánico New York offers an evening at The McLean Community Center's...

Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in Motion at The Alden Theatre

Held at Grace Lutheran of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Rd, LUTHVLE TIMON, MD, 21093

Shop •&nbsp;Mingle •&nbsp;Eat with Vendor Members Group at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! featuring juried art, &nbsp;craft vendors, and tasty food. This community event in our NEW Lutherville venue of Baltimore County offers free public admission, rain or shine, affordable gifts for all ages, and even tour bus parking for larger groups. Start the holidays off early by enjoying checking off your list in advance of the shopping rush.

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Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS...

Shop • Mingle • Eat with Vendor Members Group at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! featuring juried art,  craft vendors, and tasty...

Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!

Macy's

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer.
Receive a complimentary bra fitting. For every guest who gets fit and purchases a regular-price Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra at the event, Wacoal will donate $5 to Susan G. Komen®, supporting breast cancer research, patient services, and critical education programs.
Whether you’re overdue for a fitting, refreshing your top drawer, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, this is an easy way to do something good for yourself and your community.
Bring your daughters, friends, sisters, and neighbors. Make it a girls’ day with purpose!
The event runs all day; check your location for availability. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome, and the event is open to all.

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Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer...

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the...

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Edmund Burke School

Explore our campus and classrooms, connect with Burke faculty, students, and parents, and get any admissions questions answered.10 AM&nbsp;- Middle School |&nbsp;1:30 PM&nbsp;- High&nbsp;School

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Admissions Open House

Explore our campus and classrooms, connect with Burke faculty, students, and parents, and get any admissions questions...

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