Takoma Park MD
5-20-2024 12:41am

Must-See Shows and Activities in the DMV This Week: Monday, May 20 - Monday, May 27

The DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area is bustling with vibrant events this week, offering an eclectic mix of music, theater, and cultural celebrations. Here are some highlights and suggestions to make the most of your week:

Headlining Events

  1. Killer Mike and the Revival at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra
    • Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024
    • Venue: Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C.
    • Details: Experience the fusion of hip-hop and classical music as Killer Mike teams up with the National Symphony Orchestra for a night of powerful performances.
  2. HAIR - The Sensational Rock Musical
    • Date: All week
    • Venue: Arena Stage, Washington, D.C.
    • Details: Dive into the revolutionary spirit of the 60s with this groundbreaking rock musical that continues to inspire audiences with its timeless themes and vibrant music.
  3. Sun Ra Arkestra's 100th Birthday Celebration for Marshall Allen
    • Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
    • Venue: Keystone Korner, Baltimore, MD
    • Details: Celebrate the 100th birthday of the legendary Marshall Allen with a special performance by the Sun Ra Arkestra, known for their electrifying live shows that blend jazz, avant-garde, and cosmic philosophy.

18 events this week on our calendar: Monday, May 20 - Monday, May 27

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FEATURED EVENTS

Gustaf - Mon May 20 8:00 pm

Songbyrd Music House and Record Cafe

MON. MAY 20. 8:00 PM. Gustaf. Songbyrd Music House and Record Cafe - 540 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002. PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Serpentwithfeet - Mon May 20 8:00 pm

Union Stage

MON.
MAY 20.
8:00 PM.
Serpentwithfeet.
Union Stage - 740 Water St SW, Washington, DC 20024.
PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Shear Madness - Mon May 20 8:00 pm

Kennedy Center Theatre Lab

MON. MAY 20. 8:00 PM. Shear Madness. Kennedy Center Theatre Lab - Washington, DC. PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Ruth Moody - Tue May 21 7:30 pm

Rams Head On Stage

TUE.
MAY 21.
7:30 PM.
Ruth Moody.
Rams Head On Stage - 33 West St, Annapolis, MD 21401.
PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Killer Mike & The Mighty Midnight Revival - Tue May 21 8:00 pm

Kennedy Center Concert Hall

TUE. MAY 21. 8:00 PM. Killer Mike & The Mighty Midnight Revival. Kennedy Center Concert Hall - 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566. PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Will Gravatt - Wed May 22 7:00 pm

Pearl Street Warehouse

WED. MAY 22. 7:00 PM. Will Gravatt. Pearl Street Warehouse - 33 Pearl St SW, Washington, DC 20024. PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Sierra Ferrell - Wed May 22 7:00 pm

9:30 Club

WED. MAY 22.7:00 PM. Sierra Ferrell. 9:30 Club - 815 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001. PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Sun Ra Arkestra - Wed May 22 7:30 pm

Keystone korner Baltimore

On the 22nd of May with Marshall Allen celebrating his 100 birthday with the Sun Ra Arkestra. One show only and I don't think you would want to miss this.May 22.7:30 PM.Sun Ra Arkestra.Keystone Korner 1350 Lancaster St, Baltimore, MD 21231.PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Washington National Opera: Turandot - Wed May 22 7:30 pm

Kennedy Center Opera House

WED.
MAY 22.
7:30 PM.
Washington National Opera: Turandot.
Kennedy Center Opera House - 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004.
PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Washington Ballet: Beyond Boundaries - Wed May 22 8:00 pm

Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater

WED.
MAY 22.
8:00 PM.
Washington Ballet: Beyond Boundaries.
Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater - 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004.
PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

The Dixie Dregs - Wed May 22 8:00 pm

Warner Theatre

WED.
MAY 22.
8:00 PM.
The Dixie Dregs.
Warner Theatre - DC - Washington, DC.
PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Hunxho - Wed May 22 8:00 pm

Echostage

WED. MAY 22. 8:00 PM. Hunxho. Echostage - 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018. PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Cirque du Soleil - Corteo - Thu May 23 7:00 pm

EagleBank Arena

THU. MAY 23. 7:00 PM. Cirque du Soleil - Corteo. Eagle Bank Arena - 4500 Patriot Cir, Fairfax, VA 22030. PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

The Washington Roast - Thu May 23 7:30 pm

Rams Head On Stage

THU.
MAY 23.
7:30 PM.
The Washington Roast.
Rams Head On Stage - 33 West St, Annapolis, MD 21401.
PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

Poe's Magic - Fri May 24 8:00 pm

Lord Baltimore Hotel

Poe's Magic
Experience World-Class Entertainment at the Lord Baltimore Hotel! Mental Magic With Vince Wilson
Prepare to dive into a world of astonishing wonders and cerebral spectacles! Ready yourself for a captivating journey into the depths of the unknown, where enigmatic challenges, mystifying artifacts, and perplexing mental feats blend within the grand halls of the illustrious Lord Baltimore Hotel.
Sat, Apr 27, 2024.8:00 PM.Fri, May 10, 2024.8:00 PM.Fri, May 24, 2024.8:00 PM.PURCHASE… [more details]

HAIR - Fri May 24 8:00 pm

signature theatre

hair
April 16 – July 7, 2024
Max
The sensational, groundbreaking rock musical bursts with the jubilant spirit, raging rebellion and psychedelic color of the 1960s.
A company of long-haired bohemian hippies on the cusp of adulthood champion freedom, pacifism, and joy, but confront a world thrown into chaos when one of their own receives a draft notice for the Vietnam War.
With chart-topping hits such as “Aquarius,” “Let the Sunshine In,” and “Good Morning, Starshine,” HAIR’s vibrant, groovy… [more details]

Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest - Sun May 26 3:00 pm

Baltimore Center Stage

This reimagined version of Oscar Wilde’s classic tells the witty and humorous story featuring Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrief, who both create alter egos that supply an escape to the monotony of their lives. As the misunderstandings pile up and their stories unravel, eventually both men must come to terms with their true identities.

TICKETS [more details]

Problems Between Sisters - Sun May 26 7:00 pm

Studio Theatre

Problems Between Sisters.Two pregnant sisters—one visual artist, one con artist—converge on a remote family cabin in Vermont. Jess races to finish her long-awaited solo show; Rory sees a new audience for her latest scam. When Rory hatches a plan for an art project of her own, the problems between the sisters flare into a collision of family baggage, personal morality, and artistic taste. SHOW INFORMATION:Runtime: Approximately 100 minutes with a 15-minute intermission.PURCHASE TICKETS. [more details]

 

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