Silent Night begins with an opera interrupted by war, and at its climax, war is interrupted by art when enemies begin to make music together, defying their superior officers with a truce on Christmas Eve....
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Summer performances at Wolf Trap are truly feasts for the senses with the soaring chords of world-class musicians, stunning colors of vivid sunsets, and warm summer breezes. Wolf Trap’s Food & Beverage team has leveled up the treats for your night out with a new Concessions menu at the Filene Center. A Symphony of Culinary Delights This summer, Wolf Trap’s culinary offerings are set to...
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Wolf Trap’s 2024 lineup has it all, from up-and-coming country singers and psychedelic soul artists to rock icons and famous R&B stars. Many of this summer’s artists graced the stage of NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts before making their way over to the Filene Center. Check out just a few of the virtual concerts from these talented stars before seeing them live at Wolf Trap!...
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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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From recent returnee John Legend to seasoned entertainer Lyle Lovett, lots of artists travel back to the Filene Center to perform shows every year. While Wolf Trap holds memories for countless fans, it’s also a special place for many artists. Find out what keeps such fantastic performers returning year after year. Returning Favorites There’s a good reason why you’ll see artists popping up on Wolf...
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La bohème became the world’s most cherished opera because of its magical ability to reinvent itself in every performance. ...
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Così fan tutte, the final work in the towering trilogy brought to us by Mozart and Da Ponte, is certainly the most challenging of the three to bring to the modern stage....
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Attending your first Wolf Trap show this summer? Here’s your go-to guide on how to have the best experience. Welcome to Wolf Trap, the perfect place for a music-filled excursion with nature. ...
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Stepping into summer at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts is magical. Families and friends dine on delicious picnics amongst the verdant landscape, and audiences share in laughter, song, and dance under the stars. Every summer at Wolf Trap is remarkable, but this one might just be the best yet....
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Wolf Trap Opera’s (WTO) far-reaching impact on the opera industry is not limited to its impressive roster of alumni singers who remain active on stages across the world—even if the likes of Lawrence Brownlee, Denyce Graves, or Kate Lindsey first spring to mind. The company has also left an indelible mark on figures in high-level administrative and educational positions, several of whom initially trained as performers at WTO but later transitioned to offstage roles through which they are shaping and reimagining the future of this art....
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