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Kennedy Center [Eisenhower Theatre] History
The Eisenhower Theater, traditionally home to many of the Kennedy Center's theater and dance performances, opened in 2008 after a 16-month, $17.9 million renovation. The theater now seats 1,164 people (up from 1100), making it approximately comparable in size to many Broadway theater houses. The theater contains an orchestra pit for 35 musicians that is convertible to a forestage or additional seating space. The gold [fabric is from France] curtain was also replaced during the recent renovations. Cosmetically, the theater boasts a new color scheme (blue and gold with bronze and stainless steel railings and trim, instead of the previous red and dark wood paneling) and improved décor—the light fixtures, ash wall paneling, and wood-backed seats are all new. Additionally, there is new stage lighting, a new state-of-the-art sound system, and better sound isolation from the Terrace Theater, which is directly above the Eisenhower.News
The Washington Ballet Open 2018.19 Season at the Kennedy Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2018
The Washington Ballet opened their 2018.19 Season at the Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theatre last night to a full house of delighted fans and patrons. TWB Welcomes included acclaimed highlights from choreographer George Balanchine as well as iconic masterworks by Alexei Ratmansky and Marius Petipa. The company also played host to four internationally recognized stars of the dance world who shared the stage as special guest artist alongside TWB dancers.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2018
The Washington Ballet opened their 2018.19 Season at the Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theatre last night to a full house of delighted fans and patrons. TWB Welcomes included acclaimed highlights from choreographer George Balanchine as well as iconic masterworks by Alexei Ratmansky and Marius Petipa. The company also played host to four internationally recognized stars of the dance world who shared the stage as special guest artist alongside TWB dancers.
BWW Reviews: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at the Kennedy Center - You'll Need Your Imagination
by Charles Shubow - Feb 4, 2014
Like WICKED was a prequel to the 'Wizard of Oz', PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is a prequel to J. M. Barrie's 'Peter Pan'.
by Charles Shubow - Feb 4, 2014
Like WICKED was a prequel to the 'Wizard of Oz', PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is a prequel to J. M. Barrie's 'Peter Pan'.
Red, White and Tuna at the Kennedy Center June 24th-July 10th
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2005
Joe Sears' and Jaston Williams' Red, White and Tuna will play the Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theatre for a limited 2 week run from June 24th-July 10th
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2005
Joe Sears' and Jaston Williams' Red, White and Tuna will play the Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theatre for a limited 2 week run from June 24th-July 10th
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