Strathmore

Review: RENT: IN CONCERT at Strathmore
by Mary Lincer - Feb 26, 2026

Yes, Rent opened on Broadway thirty years ago. Having seen its final preview with a rapt and frequently weeping audience, it was fun to share it with an audience that knows the score (and when to moo).

Exclusive: Washington National Opera Forges Ahead Following Kennedy Center Split
by Joshua Wright - Feb 19, 2026

Washington National Opera General Director Timothy O'Leary discusses the company's transition, community support, rebuilding operations, and future plans, including upcoming productions of TREEMONISHA, THE CRUCIBLE, and WEST SIDE STORY.

Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Washington National Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026

Washington National Opera has revealed new venues and dates for its production of Bernstein's West Side Story, which will star Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel.

A Cappella Group Straight No Chaser to Play Summer Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 9, 2026

RIAA Gold Certified a cappella group Straight No Chaser has announced their summer tour titled “Straight No Chaser Beach Bash.” The nine-member group will perform songs of summer from the last six decades.

The Ravi Shankar Ensemble to Play Debut 14-City Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 26, 2026

The Ravi Shankar Ensemble—a multi-generational collective of world-class musicians curated by Anoushka and Sukanya Shankar— will embark on a 14-city debut tour this Spring.

Review: SWAN LAKE at Strathmore
by Audrey Cahak - Jan 22, 2026

Classical Arts Entertainment is on their annual North American tour and stopped by Strathmore on January 17th for a glitzy, glamorous rendition of Swan Lake, where the set pieces, principal dancers, and costumes shone like snow in moonlight. 

Baltimore Choral Arts Society Executive Director Jack Fishman To Retire
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026

Jack Fishman, the Executive Director of the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, will retire after over eight years of leadership. Adam Frank has been appointed as the Interim Executive Director, with a search for a permanent successor expected to begin soon.

Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Connell, and Wil Wheaton to Reunite for Live STAND BY ME Screenings
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 15, 2025

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 film Stand by Me, original stars Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Connell, and Wil Wheaton are hitting the road for live dates in Spring 2026.

Review: LEA SALONGA: STAGE, SCREEN, & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN at The Music Center At Strathmore
by David Friscic - Dec 11, 2025

Before Lea Salonga stepped out on the stage of the Strathmore this past Saturday evening, I could feel the anticipation building. Soon, a very savvy orchestra assembled and lightly “tuned up” as the audience awaited the entrance of Lea Salonga, --stage, screen, recording and concert performer par excellence. Ms. Salonga finally appeared to loud applause in a beautifully tuxedoed -tailored, colorful pantsuit.

Review: MANHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS at The Music Center At Strathmore
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 3, 2025

The holiday season is now in full swing and amidst all the “God bless us all” and Sugar Plums is a seasonal perennial that has been kicking holiday music up a notch for over 40 years now. I’m speaking of Chip Davis’ Manheim Steamroller of course and with twelve albums of Christmas music alone, it’s easy to see why they are still the number one Christmas tour each year.

The Washington Chorus Will Perform 16th Annual A Candlelight Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025

The Washington Chorus will present its annual performance of A Candlelight Christmas at both The Music Center at Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD) and Kennedy Center Concert Hall (2700 F St NW, Washington, D.C.).

Frank Wildhorn's WONDERLAND Available For Licensing From Music Theatre International
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2025

Music Theatre International has announced that licensing is now available for Frank Wildhorn's musical Wonderland, a riveting spin on the classic story of Alice and her Looking-Glass World.

UTA Theatre Arts And Dance To Present DANCE DECONSTRUCTED, New Works By Students And Faculty
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025

The University of Texas at Arlington Department of Theatre Arts and Dance will present Dance Deconstructed, November 21 through 23, at the University of Texas at Arlington Fine Arts Building in the Studio Theatre.

The Washington Chorus & National Philharmonic Present Bach's MAGNIFICAT and More in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025

The Washington Chorus and National Philharmonic will partner to present the program One Song: Exultávit! at The Music Center at Strathmore. Learn more here!

Silkroad Ensemble with Wu Man to Tour AMERICAN RAILROAD Across New England and Mid-Atlantic in November 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025

Silkroad Ensemble with Wu Man will tour a reimagined American Railroad across New England and the Mid-Atlantic in November 2025, highlighting the contributions of immigrant and Indigenous communities to the Transcontinental Railroad.

Violinist Curtis Stewart Unveils 2025-2026 Concert Schedule
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

Six-time GRAMMY Award-nominated violinist and composer Curtis Stewart has revealed his 2025-2026 season, highlighted by his first public performance of Coleridge-Taylor's Ballade with National Philharmonic, the world premiere of a new work, and more.

Interview: Theatre Life with Kanysha Williams
by Elliot Lanes - Aug 27, 2025

Today’s subject Kanysha Williams is currently living her theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre playing the role of Miss Mary in Play On!. The Duke Ellington/Shakespeare infused extravaganza runs through October 5th in Signature’s MAX space.

Directors Set for La Femme Theatre Productions' WOMEN IN AGENCY FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025

La Femme Theatre Productions will feature four new works created through three developmental initiatives celebrating emerging and established women artists. Learn more here!

Béla Fleck & The Flecktones Detail 2025 'Jingle All the Way' US Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2025

The original lineup of Béla Fleck & The Flecktones will return this winter for Jingle All the Way, a reunion tour spanning their catalog, including reinvented holiday classics from the album by the same name.

Step Afrika! to Close Out 30th Anniversary Season With SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK  
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025

Step Afrika! will conclude its historic 30th Anniversary Season with two performances at The Music Center at Strathmore. Learn more and see how to attend.