Advice from Wolf Trap’s Internship and Apprenticeship Program on job- and internship-seeking in a challenging environment Throughout the year, Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts employs dozens of talented prospective arts professionals through its nationally recognized Internship and Apprenticeship Program. By pairing students with working professionals in the performing arts, the program is a unique opportunity for students to learn what it’s like to...
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Throughout a 30 year partnership, Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts and The Boeing Company have found innovative ways to enhance the nation’s cultural life and ensure the arts remain accessible and affordable for the broadest possible audience, including members of the military. With a shared vision to harness the power of the performing arts to enrich and change lives, Boeing has enabled Wolf...
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Need some ideas on how to make being cooped up at home more interesting? Let your mind escape delving into a great book. In honor of Independent Bookstore Day on August 29, we’ve gathered together some of our favorite biographies, memoirs, and books from Wolf Trap artists. Take a peek at the list below to find your next new read! The Only Pirate at the...
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With the changes that occurred to Wolf Trap’s 2020 summer season, a massive collaborative effort took place to recreate Wolf Trap’s signature summer highlight—live performances in the Park—in a new way that was safe for performers and audience members alike. Thus, Park Pop-Ups were conceived! Wolf Trap’s virtual Park Pop-Up series brings music and more straight to your home. Featuring local area artists, Park Pop-Up performances are...
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Attending the Wolf Trap Drive-In from August 5-9 and wondering what to do before the movie starts? Have a picnic, of course! It wouldn’t be a true Wolf Trap experience without a few snacks before the show. Since Concessions will not be open, pack a summer dinner or throw your favorite goodies into a picnic basket and you’ll be set to go! Level up on...
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Gather your friends and family, pack a picnic, and get ready to sit back for a night under the stars at the Wolf Trap Drive-In! Whether you’re coming to see This is Spinal Tap (8/5), Mamma Mia! (8/6), Sing (8/7), Dreamgirls (8/8), or Dirty Dancing (8/9), make the most of your movie night experience with these helpful tips: Get there early for the best spot!...
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Missing your favorite musicians this summer? They’re only a video stream away! Bring out the popcorn and welcome some of these talented music stars into your home. La La Land Why you should watch: Oscar-winning music, endless dancing, and a charismatic cast featuring John Legend, Ryan Gosling, and Emma Stone. A Star is Born (2018) Why you should watch: Lady Gaga took home the Best...
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Now that summer is here, relive your memories of picnics at the Filene Center! Host your very own backyard picnic with scrumptious seasonal recipes straight from Executive Chef Chris Faessen and paired with a delicious cocktail by Jaana Moilanen, Manager of Special Events Catering. Start by getting your daily dose of veggies with a tangy Kale and Yogurt Dip, served with your choice of pita...
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This week, we’re welcoming 15 Filene Artists, 17 Studio Artists, and four Fellows who will join the Wolf Trap Opera (WTO) roster this season. They come from all over the globe and have demonstrated impressive skills and artistry. There are several familiar faces—returning Filene Artists and folks who have been through the Studio program in years past—and new friends that we’re thrilled to welcome to the...
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For many in the Washington D.C. area, fireflies mean the summer season has officially arrived! These magical little light bugs only make a brief appearance just before sunset during June and July, with their twilight luminescence officially signaling warmer weather. Wolf Trap’s Special Events team invites you to celebrate these backyard visitors at home and introduce young nature-lovers to the age-old tradition of catching fireflies!...
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