ArtJamz
ArtJamz Founder, Michael Clements, explains his participatory artistic evening concept, and why getting your hands dirty should be a “DC thing to do.” Video embed: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSvppSv1FN4
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Digital Capital Week’s Closing Party Rocks Out… Music bumping, hips shaking, feet tapping and hands up, 9:30 Club was buzzing Saturday night for Digital Capital Week’s closing party. Eleven bands–chosen by popular demand through the votes of the attendees–and dance groups bringing it all to the… Read More
Dance, Yes We Can
Proof that DC likes to move it — and step to it, too! Ten local companies of all types and styles came together for one night of performance art Thursday at the Lansburgh Theatre, for a “Dance, Yes We Can” showcase. *Includes The Washington Ballet,… Read More
Smithsonian Young Benefactors’ 21st Birthday Bash
The Young Benefactors of the Smithsonian celebrated their 21st Birthday with a cocktail party at the Embassy of Finland: McLean Robbins and Alexis Rudakewych support the Smithsonian’s efforts to encourage young professional participation. Emily Billotti, Christine Graham, Amy Lowman and Carrie Barfield enjoy some celebratory… Read More
Free Summer Saturdays at the Corcoran
Awesome art at an awesome entry fee: FREE.This Saturday, June 19, and every Saturday this Summer, visit the Corcoran Gallery of Art (500 17th Street NW) for Free Summer Saturdays (11 AM – 4:00 PM). The gallery hosts tours, workshops, demonstrations and performances. Randolph Williams, a Corcoran alumn,… Read More
Miss Gay America Talks Capitol Pride – and Prejudice
In town for Capital Pride Week, Coco Montrese*, Miss Gay America, dishes with us on the week’s unique lifestyle celebrations — and weighs in with her own favorite female impersonations! What is Pride Week about to you?Miss Gay America: Many people seem to think of… Read More
Digital Capital Week Kick-Off
It’s about making a connection – a digital connection. Think that’s an odd combo? Not had you been at Digital Capital Week’s opening party at Longview Gallery last Saturday night. An eclectic mix of designers, developers, artists, musicians, hipsters and entrepreneurs, all coming together to… Read More
The District Dish: Charles Fishman/DC Jazz Festival
Founder of the DC Jazz Festival, Charles Fishman dishes with The District Dish hosts about the city’s famous jazz festival – going on NOW! With a new name and some fab featured artists, the DC Jazz Festival showcases the city’s artistic roots and celebrated musical… Read More
Gloria Estefan and Dikembe Mutombo among immigrants sharing their American Dream
Prominent immigrants Eric Benhamu, Amador S. Bustos, Roger Cohen, Gloria Estefan, Dikembe Mutumbo, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ahmed Zewail were celebrated for their accomplishements Tuesday evening at the annual Merage Foundation Leadership Awards, held at the National Press Club. Former Chairman/CEO of the International Herald Tribune… Read More
Smithsonian’s Hirschorn innovates with first museum iPhone App
Forget tourguide headsets and wall plaque descriptions. There’s now an app for that.The Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden announced the release of a mobile application for “Yves Klein: With the Void, Full Powers.” Available in the iTunes App Store for download globally for $1.99,… Read More
