Tag: performances


Bizet’s Carmen: A Pop Culture Prima Donna
Jun 18, 2025

Bizet’s Carmen: A Pop Culture Prima Donna

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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Let’s Put on a Show: From Japanese Drumming to Puppet Fairytales, Learn How Wolf Trap’s Children’s Performance Season Comes Together
Jun 09, 2025

Let’s Put on a Show: From Japanese Drumming to Puppet Fairytales, Learn How Wolf Trap’s Children’s Performance Season Comes Together

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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Wolf Trap’s Freshest Opening Acts
Apr 28, 2025

Wolf Trap’s Freshest Opening Acts

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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Wolf Trap’s Newest Superstars: Summer 2025 Debuts
Apr 14, 2025

Wolf Trap’s Newest Superstars: Summer 2025 Debuts

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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Mouthwatering Meals at The Barns
Feb 21, 2025

Mouthwatering Meals at The Barns

There are few things better than enjoying a night of music with a full belly and a refreshing beverage. When you attend a performance at The Barns at Wolf Trap, there’s no need to deliberate your pre-show meal. You can find outstanding gourmet food and drink options right here! With a menu curated and prepared by Wolf Trap’s talented culinary team, there’s something delicious to...

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Noteworthy Reads by Summer 2024 Artists 
Jun 20, 2024

Noteworthy Reads by Summer 2024 Artists 

Wolf Trap is proud to welcome dozens of talented artists to the Filene Center this summer, and their accomplishments span far beyond the stage. Many of these impressive stars have even become storytellers of the page. Check out a few of the new and upcoming book releases from some of your favorite performers in this season’s lineup. Grab one now and get reading!  John StamosIf...

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Wolf Trap’s 2024 Summer Debuts to Watch
Feb 01, 2024

Wolf Trap’s 2024 Summer Debuts to Watch

Wolf Trap’s Summer 2024 lineup promises to be nothing short of spectacular with an impressive array of artists making their Filene Center mark for the first time. From bluesy riffs and groovy vibes to indie rock and global rhythms, check out these Wolf Trap debut artists you won’t want to miss!...

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Meet the Black Opry Revue’s Rising Stars
Feb 01, 2024

Meet the Black Opry Revue’s Rising Stars

Wolf Trap is thrilled to debut Black Opry Revue on March 29 at The Barns, featuring a genre-bending group of musicians including Sug Daniels, Roberta Lea, Tylar Bryant, Rachel Maxann, and Grace Givertz. With a stunning blend of modern and traditional country, folk, and Americana, each artist will showcase their music during an intimate, compelling concert you’re sure to remember....

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