July is fast approaching, and your summer needs a soundtrack! If the beaches are too busy for your taste, or you’re craving a cooler way to spend the scorching start of summer, Wolf Trap's Filene Center has a show for every vacation and celebration this season. Plus, take your pick of delicious dining and Concessions options to pair with each occasion. ...
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Pop quiz! What do Doritos, The Muppets, the Olympics, Looney Tunes, and Pixar’s Up all have in common? If you guessed the iconic “Habanera” from Bizet’s Carmen, you earn a standing ovation! It’s easy to see why Carmen continues to enchant audiences, advertisers, and filmmakers 150 years after its premiere. From its irresistible tunes to its complicated heroine, this opera has everything you could want....
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It’s just about show time, and hundreds of young children and their families are gathered together in the Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods (CTITW) amphitheater, under a canopy of leafy oak, poplar, and maple trees. What magical performance will await them today? It all starts with the woman standing to the left of the stage, with the walkie-talkie on her hip. Amy Russell is Wolf Trap’s manager of...
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Discover the visionary women who shaped Wolf Trap Opera—from trailblazing founder Catherine Filene Shouse to the rising female leaders carrying her legacy forward today. This season’s powerful heroines onstage mirror the real-life women who built WTO into a thriving home for the next generation of opera artists....
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For more than five decades, Wolf Trap Opera (WTO) has nurtured and launched the careers of some of the most promising emerging opera artists. From performing in the world’s best opera houses to winning top awards and competitions, take a look at just a few of the recent accomplishments of these stars as they excel around the globe....
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Looking for an amazing summer weekend with música, cultura, and family-friendly vibes? Todo Sonido takes over Wolf Trap July 12–13 with Grammy winners, TikTok sensations, and all-day dancing across three stages. From salsa and cumbia to reggaeton and indie pop, plus kid-approved fun—this is not your average festival. Bring the primos, grab your tickets, and get ready to move....
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The summer season at Wolf Trap is here and talents go far beyond the headliners! From folk to funk and rock to bluegrass, there are some stellar supporting acts ready to take on the Filene Center stage for the first time. Arrive early, get a drink, and experience these phenomenal openers in your backyard!...
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As a Wolf Trap patron, you already know the magic of attending live performances—but did you know that becoming a member can elevate your experience and support vital arts and education programs? ...
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Summer is on the way, bringing a season full of incredible musical experiences to Wolf Trap! From folk, pop, and Bollywood to classical, rock, and Broadway, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Who knows? You might even discover your next favorite artist. Meet the celebrated stars hitting the Filene Center stage for the first time this season....
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Did you know that a musician’s instrument has a story all its own? High-quality instruments transcend age. To celebrate pianist Wu Han’s final season as Artistic Advisor, Wolf Trap asked her and her husband, cellist David Finckel, about all things instruments....
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