Todo Sonido is almost here! This two-day Latin music festival brings pura energía to the Washington, DC, area. Here’s everything you need to know to live your best fest life from start to final encore....
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When Sonia De Los Santos takes the stage, it’s more than a concert—it’s a celebration! With a career that has taken her from Monterrey, Mexico to stages around the globe, De Los Santos’ songs carry messages of inclusion, kindness, and wonder. Her music blends catchy rhythms —ranging from festejo to cumbia to traditional Mexican folk —with billingual lyrics. De Los Santos returns to Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods with her all-female band...
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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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Every summer, Wolf Trap audiences are awestruck by the popular film scores performed by the National Symphony Orchestra. Ever wonder what it takes to conduct a live orchestra in time to a movie? Wolf Trap caught up with esteemed conductor Emil de Cou for a behind-the-scenes scoop on bringing these movies to life!...
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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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There’s a special kind of magic that only happens on a summer night at Wolf Trap. It starts as you walk into the Filene Center—sunlight filters through the trees, the aroma of enticing food wafts on the breeze, and excited fans buzz like bees to find their spots on the lawn. As the crowd settles and the stage lights rise, the atmosphere shifts. Music fills the air, fireflies flicker, and for a few hours, everything else fades away. ...
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Opera productions, recitals, and salons, oh my! Get started on your opera journey at The Barns this summer by learning all the tips and tricks, including opera etiquette, directions, dining, and ticketing info....
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There’s nothing quite like lawn life at Wolf Trap. Whether grooving under the stars or unwinding with your favorite snacks, the lawn is where the best memories are made. Take advantage of the extra space and embrace your inner “Dancing Queen,” or kick back and relax with friends. Want to lounge in style? Our extra-comfy cushions are available to rent at the Gift Shop for...
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New to Wolf Trap or just need a refresher? From what you pack and how you get there to dining options and ways to pass time before the show, read on to prep for your best night out at DC’s favorite outdoor venue!...
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