Wolf Trap Opera’s (WTO) far-reaching impact on the opera industry is not limited to its impressive roster of alumni singers who remain active on stages across the world—even if the likes of Lawrence Brownlee, Denyce Graves, or Kate Lindsey first spring to mind. The company has also left an indelible mark on figures in high-level administrative and educational positions, several of whom initially trained as performers at WTO but later transitioned to offstage roles through which they are shaping and reimagining the future of this art....
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Puppetry and music have gone hand-in-hand in storytelling even before “Sesame Street.” Andy Furgeson takes this medium to a whole new level with his bard-like persona, Red Yarn. In his folk-rock music, whimsical online video content, and boot-stomping live performances, Red Yarn strives to create inclusion and unity for future generations. ...
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Spanish and English-speaking music duo Musiquita is fresh on the family music scene with a mission to celebrate diversity and nurture different cultures and languages with their music, performed in both English and Spanish. ...
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Annandale High School’s Annie Ray has had a big year. In a little over twelve months, she received a grant from Wolf Trap’s Grants for Performing Arts Teachers for her dream project–a collaboration with DC-based artist and producer Christylez Bacon. She performed with her students on stage at The Barns at Wolf Trap, was honored at the Grammys as Music Educator of the Year, and met one of her idols, singer/songwriter Jacob Collier (along with Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and SZA). ...
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Concerts, symphonies, and operas, oh my! Which of Wolf Trap’s opera or classical performances might pique your interest this summer? Take this quiz to find out!...
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Picture this: you’re sipping a refreshing cocktail on the lawn (one you personally prepared and brought into the venue, a perk of being able to BYO everything at Wolf Trap.) You’re making core memories with your closest friends and are excited for an artist you’ve waited for years to hear live....
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Like all of Wolf Trap’s affiliates, San Antonio Wolf Trap, a program of Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, partners with schools and teachers to provide arts-integrated professional development and experiences, and does so in a way that meets the unique needs of its community. Case in point is the affiliate’s recent work with its local immigrant community, through the North East Independent School District (ISD)...
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Wolf Trap Education Shines a Light on Native American Voices and Award-Winning Children’s Literature From richly illustrated stories celebrating Mexican freedom fighters to whimsical tales of dragons, the children’s literature world is always introducing fresh titles designed to inspire, educate, and entertain. Focusing on areas of importance as identified by early childhood education partners and current best practices, the professional development (PD) team at Wolf...
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New Class of Teaching Artists Includes a Celtic and Scottish Highlands Dancer, a “Kindie” Rock Star, a Playwright, and an Inclusion Advocate, Among Others In many ways, Wolf Trap Teaching Artists are the ambassadors for Wolf Trap in the classroom. That is why Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts takes its new artist recruitment so seriously. Its professional development team looks for...
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Join Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Artsfor a free, virtual event: Springtime Adventures: An Imaginary Journey Through the Neighborhood Featuring: Johanna Barbosa, Wolf Trap Teaching Artist and Morgan Sendek, Wolf Trap Teaching Artist Join in for a springtime adventure with Johanna and Morgan, full of drama, movement, and make-believe! We’ll take a seasonal imaginary journey from one friend’s house to another—interpreting directions...
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