Aug 16, 2018
Remembering Aretha Franklin
We join the world in remembering and celebrating Aretha Franklin, the undisputed “Queen of Soul.” Wolf Trap and its audiences have been fortunate to experience many wonderful performances at the Filene Center. Ms. Franklin brought her talent and amazing performance skills to our stage 12 times since the 1971 inaugural season, including her Farewell Tour in 2017. ...
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Aug 15, 2018
A Lifetime of Stories
Every summer, Wolf Trap welcomes hundreds of thousands of new and familiar faces to the Filene Center and National Park bringing friends and family together to enjoy the best of times. From young fans to those who are a bit more experienced, Wolf Trap is a summer home for making lifelong memories. Take a look around the lawn and plaza before showtime and you’ll find...
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Aug 13, 2018
Wolf Trap Concert Survival Kit
Aug 03, 2018
Summer on Shuffle
How’s your summer groove? From reggae to rock ’n’ roll, plus everything in between, summer at Wolf Trap is an electric blend of genres. Fill your nights with these eclectic and diverse group of artists. Ready? Sit back, relax, and press play! Hanson Saturday, August 4 Pop rock trio Hanson will be performing a debut program of their greatest hits from the last 25 years!...
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Aug 02, 2018
Contest Rules: 100,000 Facebook Fans
SPONSOR. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts (“Foundation” or “Sponsor”), 1645 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia 22182. TERM. Sweepstakes begins at 3:30 pm Eastern Time (“ET”) on Thursday, August 2, 2018 and ends at midnight (12 am) ET on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. (“Sweepstakes Period”) ELIGIBILITY. Wolf Trap Sweepstakes (“Promotion”) is open only to legal residents of the 50 United States (including the District of Columbia) who are...
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Jul 13, 2018
PNC Rock Star for a Day Recap
Thank you to Wolf Trap’s Premier Summer Season Sponsor, PNC, for this year’s PNC Rock Star for a Day contest. One winner and their guest received a full evening of VIP experiences for Steven Tyler! Congratulations to our lucky winner, Kristen Hartmann, who recapped her day for us. Read all about it here: On June 21, I was the PNC Rock Star for a Day!...
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Jul 11, 2018
Drink Pairings for Summer Shows
At Wolf Trap we encourage patrons to bring their own food and drinks to enjoy on the Filene Center lawn. Our friend Norm at Norm’s Beer & Wine has graciously reviewed our upcoming summer line-up and used his expertise to give you pairing suggestions for the perfect night out....
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Jun 27, 2018
Contest Rules: “Wolf Trap Wins”
SPONSOR. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts (“Foundation” or “Sponsor”), 1645 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia 22182. TERM. Sweepstakes begins at 10 pm Eastern Time (“ET”) on Monday, July 2, 2018 and ends at midnight (12 am) ET on Sunday, September 2, 2018. (“Sweepstakes Period”) ELIGIBILITY. Wolf Trap Sweepstakes (“Promotion”) is open only to legal residents of the 50 United States (including the District of Columbia)...
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Jun 25, 2018
Wolf Trap Opera Alumni: Why I Sing
Each summer, the best young professional classical singers from around the world come to Wolf Trap to participate in the powerful and magical experience that is a Wolf Trap Opera residency. An operatic career is both grueling and gratifying, and while opera is glorious, it is an obscure art form in the 21st century. What is it about singing opera that attracts these 20- and...
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Jun 20, 2018
Summertime Songs for the First Day of Summer
Happy official first day of summer! We’ve put together a list of the best summer songs by some of our awesome upcoming artists....
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Jun 13, 2018
Wolf Trap Interns and Apprentices: By the Numbers
Wolf Trap continues to be one of the nation’s best places for young professionals to learn, grow, and gain valuable work experience in a one-of-a-kind environment. Check out Wolf Trap’s interns and apprentices by the numbers! ...
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May 31, 2018
6 Reasons Why It’s Ok To Go Solo
No need to skip a show just because your friends aren’t going. Here are 6 reasons why you should embrace going solo!