Arts & Entertainment

Roger Daltrey, Queen Latifah: Can't-Miss Wolf Trap Summer Shows

Highlights at Wolf Trap will include Roger Daltrey perform The Who's Tommy album and Queen Latifah with Common.

VIENNA, VA—If you're daydreaming about the days you can see a concert under the stars on a warm summer night, you've got a lot to look forward to in the year ahead.

Wolf Trap has announced the summer lineup of shows, boasting plenty of big-name performers and genres. Whether you want to revel in the presence of The Who's Roger Daltrey or see new artists like Fitz and the Tantrums with X Ambassadors, the shows will please all kinds of music lovers.

Here are a few of the shows you won't want to miss:

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1. Roger Daltrey: June 10 and 12

The Who's lead singer will perform the Tommy album in its entirety during two nights at Wolf Trap with a local orchestra. Vienna is just one of ten cities Daltrey will perform at during this 12-date tour.

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2. Queen Latifah and Common: July 20

Grammy and Golden Globe-winning rapper, singer, hip-hop artist, and actress Queen Latifah will be joined by Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy, and Grammy-winning hip-hop artist Common are coming to Wolf Trap for the first time.

3. Ian Anderson presents Jethro Tull: 50th anniversary tour: Sept. 7

Led by Ian Anderson, Jethro Tull will commemorate 50 years of live performances around the world and over 30 albums. It's sure to be an unforgettable night for fans of the classic rock band.

4. Fitz and the Tantrums with X Ambassadors: June 7

Fitz and the Tantrums blends soul, dance-pop, and rock to create hits like “HandClap” and “The Walker," while X Ambassadors (known for "Renegades" and "Unsteady") will unleash an energetic passionate performance.

5. Reba McEntire

A household name due to her success in music, television and beyond, Reba McEntire is a three-time Grammy winner, member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, and top-selling country musician.


See Wolf Trap's full lineup here. Tickets for the summer season will go on sale Feb. 17. Additional shows will be announced in March.

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