May 23, 2019
Sunrise to Sunset: Putting on a Show
Each summer, Wolf Trap plays host to hundreds of thousands of visitors who are excited to share a night of outstanding entertainment with friends and family. But, what does it take to make these phenomenal performances happen? Take a behind-the-scenes look at a typical day of preparation at the Park. 6 AM Before dawn, and even the night before, crews from the National Park Service...
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May 23, 2019
25 Years of Art and Wisdom
In the musical world, breadth and depth are often mutually exclusive. But the powerhouse that is Steven Blier defies that assumption and countless others. Wolf Trap is truly fortunate to be one of the places that Steve has called home for over 25 summers. First, the breadth. The selections performed in Wolf Trap Opera’s (WTO) “Blier Recitals” have displayed a relentless and surprising diversity over...
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Mar 25, 2019
Celebrating International Women’s Month
It’s International Women’s Month! Join us in celebrating all the strong, talented, and incredible women who will be joining us at Wolf Trap this year! Diana Ross Diana Ross – Ain’t No Mountain High Enough At The Oprah Winfrey Show 2012 Diana Ross got her start in music with unprecedented success in her all-female singing group, The Supremes, and has since followed it up...
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Feb 26, 2019
Celebrating Black History Month Part 2
Take a look back at some of the most prominent and inspiring African American artists who put on memorable performances that became a part of Wolf Trap’s great history! Earth, Wind & Fire (2019) Earth, Wind & Fire – September Referred to by Rolling Stone as “innovative, precise yet sensual, calculated yet galvanizing”, and declared as having “changed the sound of black pop”, Earth, Wind...
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Feb 12, 2019
Best Love Songs By Summer 2019 Artists
Not all love songs are created equal, but Wolf Trap’s Summer 2019 lineup is filled with amazing artists and the perfect songs to celebrate Valentine’s Day! From Josh Groban to Earth, Wind & Fire, you’ll definitely want to add these 10 songs to your Valentine’s playlist! Josh Groban “I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever)” Josh Groban comes to Wolf...
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Feb 12, 2019
Celebrating Black History Month Part 1
Black History Month is a time to celebrate and remember African Americans and their contribution to our nation’s history. Wolf Trap is excited to welcome some of these iconic and influential African American artists to our stages. We recognize the many accomplishments of these performers, and we are thrilled to share them with you, too! Wynton Marsalis (2019) Wynton Marsalis performs “Take The A Train”...
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Feb 01, 2019
Seasons of Learning: 3 Easy Indoor Activities to Do With Young Children When Winter Strikes
Has freezing rain turned everything to a sheet of ice? Is it so cold your face hurts the second you step outside? When winter brings its worst, it’s time to bring the fun indoors. Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through The Arts has a few tips for making winter a time of joyful, meaningful learning that you can share with your child: Snowbound? Recreate an...
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Dec 12, 2018
Bringing the Musical History of Austria to Vienna
Wolf Trap is delighted to welcome visionary arts leader and renowned pianist Wu Han as the 2018-2020 Artistic Advisor for Chamber Music at The Barns. With some of today’s most important musicians, Han has curated an exceptional season that brings a taste of Vienna, Austria to Vienna, Virginia. In crafting the thematic arch for this Chamber Music at The Barns season, I decided to explore...
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Dec 11, 2018
10 New Year’s Resolutions for the Music Lover
Get out of your comfort zone Discover new artists, new songs, and new genres! Venture out of your comfort zone and start experimenting with music. Plus, you may discover a talented, unknown artist before they get big. Use music to motivate you Whether you’ve decided to take on a new exercise regime in 2019 or just need motivation to get through the last...
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Dec 04, 2018
Kick Start Your New Year’s Resolutions
Goodbye, 2018. Hello, 2019! Now that it’s 2019, it’s time to kick start your New Year’s Resolutions! Here are some tips to help you stick to your goals: Get healthy Be more active. Lose a few pounds. Get more fresh air. There are tons of reasons why these are regular New Year’s resolutions —but we know, the struggle is real. For a jolt of...
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