The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Performing Arts Venue, Theater, and Concert Hall
Northwest Washington, Washington
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"Don't miss the daily performances at 6pm on Millennium Stage."(10 Tips)
"Beautiful opera house, with great outside views."(6 Tips)
"... you would like to see Book of Mormon (running through 8/18/13) there are $25..."(3 Tips)
"Beautiful building with free shows in the summer."(7 Tips)
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ToryBurchJune 26, 2013Named for President JFK, the Kennedy Center hosts plays, ballets and many of DC’s best theatrical events.
The DC Jazz Festival ManagerMay 31, 2012Jazz Meets the Classics-Mon 6/4-Concert Hall. All-star lineup performs jazz interpretations of Bach-Chopin-Mozart-Rachmaninoff-Stravinsky & more Tckts @kennedy-center.org
Anelka HemoAugust 28, 2014President John F. Kennedy proposed to Jacqueline Lee Bouvire with a 3 carat Emerald ring:
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing ArtsSeptember 20, 2012Start your holiday shopping early! The Kennedy Center Gift Shops are ready now with gorgeous ornaments and unique gift ideas.
Overtures SeriesApril 4, 2012This evening is the first Overtures Series concert at the Terrace Theater. The first performance will feature soprano Maki Mori.- olinehack4 gmailcomJuly 24, 2023olinehack4@gmail.com is a professional hacking Service.
Washington BladeAugust 15, 2011Special theater look-in for Sydney Theatre Company’s production of “Uncle Vanya” Tuesday 5pm featuring company members Cate Blanchett; Hugo Weaving. Performance at 7:30 p.m. More in the Blade
David WhitneyAugust 16, 2014Pre-order your intermission drinks before the show. They'll have them waiting on thw side for a quick pickup.
China Daily USAMay 18, 2011Chinese and US military bands performed in a joint concert at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on May 16, 2011, a show of cooperation 30 years in the making (full story in link). Read more
- Washington BladeSeptember 9, 2011Thursday see “Shear Madness,” a comedy whodunit at 8pm “Madness” takes place in present-day Georgetown, in the Shear Madness Hair Styling Salon. $42. Read more
- Washington BladeAugust 1, 2011“Wicked” Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. “Wicked” tells in song the story of the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch, before Dorothy landed in Oz. Tickets range from $37 to $250
Parking is now $20. If you can find street parking good for you. If not you might want to consider catching the Kennedy Center shuttle from Foggy Bottom-GWU metro station next time.
The Georgetown waterfront isn't a bad walk (and it's so nice on a summer night) -- go there for dinner after a Millennium Stage performance!
Bus leaves from Foggy Bottom Metro, but it's a nice walk--as long as it's not winter.- Alicia DixonSeptember 4, 2018National traveling theater shows play here. Worth the drive into the city.
Discounted opera tickets are available for all those under 35. Check out Generation O!- Washington BladeSeptember 29, 2011Cameron Mackintosh presents 25th anniversary production of “Les Miserables” Sunday at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $39 to $155 and can be purchased online at kennedy-center.org. Read more
Kennedy CenterDecember 20, 2011The eight foot bronze bust of President John F. Kennedy was designed and created by American sculptor Robert Berk and weighs 3000 pounds.
Buy tickets with Generation O. Fabulous young professionals who love opera, good discussions and after parties.
- The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing ArtsApril 1, 2013Money-saving tip: Purchase your tickets in person at the Box Office and avoid service charges.
- Alexander StameyAugust 2, 2016Was here for again the last time I went to Washington, I very much recommend it here!
Go on a tour and learn the history of DC's iconic performing arts venue.
Stephan Eirik ClarkFebruary 13, 2017Beautiful exterior, surprisingly shabby inside. Get a drink somewhere else beforehand.
Get there before 10am and it's only $9 per day mon-fri...however if you leave after 7pm it's $20
The White HouseDecember 6, 2011President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama attended the Kennedy Center Honors celebrating honorees Neil Diamond, Meryl Streep, Sonny Rollins, Yo-Yo Ma and Barbara Cook. Read more
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The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
2700 F St NW (at New Hampshire Ave)
Washington, D.C. 20566
United States
Washington, D.C. 20566
United States
The nation’s performing arts center and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy
Open until Midnight (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 10:00 AM–Midnight
(202) 416-8000
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- 8.8
"Make sure to check out the terrace after the shows! It has a 360 degree view of the city, spectacular at nights!"
Shirin Jafari - 9.1
"Beautiful theater. We had the absolute last row in the balcony, and the view was still great."
Brian Wells - 8.6
"Really nice views even from the back. Upper tiers have limited view though."
Sara Y
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- 8.9
"It was awesome, Saturday mornings are free because its a free show specifically for children"
Cristella T - 8.0
"Great venue and right on the campus of George Washington University Campus four blocks from the White House."
Thérèse Greenhow-Robinson - 8.5
"Really great, free performances on the Millennium Stage. Definitely worth checking out. Also, they offer free shuttles to the metro stop every 10 minutes!"
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