Seen and Heard: Happenings Around Town
Welcome to the Seen and Heard blog! Here you will find information for arts and entertainment news and events. Want to know what is happening at local clubs, museums, theaters and cultural centers? Check back here daily and follow WTOP Entertainment on Twitter: @WTOPEnt
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Broadway to honor director Gene Saks by dimming the lights: bit.ly/1IMZ8Us http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBcR4maVIAA3r8k.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/31/2015 5:15:30 PM -
After screening flicks on apartment wall, new indie moviehouse meets crowdfunding goal: bit.ly/1OV7Jcf http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBb0eacWUAEckOH.png
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/31/2015 3:07:43 PM -
#rollingstones announce North American stadium tour bit.ly/1OUJ5Itby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/31/2015 1:22:52 PM
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Shirley Temple memorabilia goes on tour before July auction: bit.ly/1bKLIgT http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBYMbaMU8AAZKwd.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 10:13:10 PM -
NBC, Cirque du Soleil bring #TheWiz to TV and Broadway: bit.ly/1bKLB4Z http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBYMSg2UkAAadD-.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 10:12:33 PM -
Jay Z, Madonna, Nicki Minaj among owners of new streaming service: bit.ly/1bKLqqdby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 10:11:45 PM
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Aidan Gillen of #TheWire & #GameOfThrones to narrate Sun Tzu's "Art of War" audio book: bit.ly/1NA6pK6 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBXraCcVAAATHv2.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 7:49:04 PM -
Van Gogh exhibit to feature artist's nature paintings: bit.ly/1OQCXRwby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 5:12:11 PM
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Taylor Swift wins artist of the year at iHeartRadio Awards: bit.ly/1Nzqv7l http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBXEaACUkAAGD-B.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 4:58:28 PM -
From a @Rockville_MD talent show to Times Square NYE, @ofarevolution stresses arts education: bit.ly/1NyPyar http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBW4XpvU0AAdBGE.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 4:05:53 PM -
Ludacris, Chrissy Teigen to host 2015 Billboard Music Awards: http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBW12NHUYAEhVpT.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 3:54:56 PM -
Rockville Rock: O.A.R @ofarevolution's @marcroberge @Richard_On come home for the arts. Q&A: bit.ly/1NyPyar http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBWmaCRVIAAeFQ_.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 2:49:38 PM -
Stevie Wonder surprises Minneapolis Baptist church
bit.ly/1OPUrxoby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 1:40:19 PM -
Trevor Noah to succeed Jon Stewart
nyti.ms/1NyvCof http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBWUGGOUIAALKTu.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 1:27:52 PM -
#PlayStation gets Spotify, replacing Sony’s own music service bit.ly/1OPhetoby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 12:10:18 PM
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Rockville rockers O.A.R. return to advocate the arts
bit.ly/1OPxE4U http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBVxod3UsAAg-pm.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 11:45:15 AM -
WATCH: Destiny’s Child reunites at Stellar Gospel Awards
bit.ly/1xqIrwTby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 11:35:14 AM -
Taylor Swift wins artist of the year at iHeartRadio Awards bit.ly/1BDiTIt http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBVszBXUwAA57de.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/30/2015 11:05:14 AM -
Jolie delivers empowerment message at Kids’ Choice Awards
bit.ly/1Hd70gWby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/29/2015 3:28:49 AM -
Maryland campus police warn about armed residential robbery
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ICYMI: Music journalist @MarcusJMoore discussed rapper Earl Sweatshirt's new album on @WTOP this week: bit.ly/1CZFZOHby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/28/2015 2:47:01 PM
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Kites to fly high during annual Blossom Kite Festival Saturday bit.ly/1CbNW2Mby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/28/2015 8:46:39 AM
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Taraji P. Henson apologizes for racial profiling allegation bit.ly/1F2Rfcvby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/28/2015 5:13:49 AM
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Check out PHOTOS & VIDEO from today's @MadMen_AMC donation to #Smithsonian @amhistorymuseum bit.ly/1F1KhV7 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBIAz2CUMAAcppc.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/27/2015 6:48:27 PM -
Check out PHOTOS & VIDEO from today's @MadMen_AMC donation to #Smithsonian @amhistorymuseum bit.ly/1F1KhV7 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBH_TFBUMAAFPWv.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/27/2015 6:43:04 PM -
What a day! Cast and creators of @AMC_TV #MadMen donate scripts, props, costumes at Smithsonian @amhistorymuseum http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBHVwN8W4AE-nKb.jpg
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Weekend Best Bets: Arts, Crafts, Cakes, Flowers, Film, Oyster and Shamrock Fests. Home Shows, Cherry Blossoms, music and more!
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All Weekend:
Craftsmen’s Classic Art & Craft Festival at the Dulles Expo Center features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists, and a variety of mediums, with exhibits and demonstrations. For info
Fredericksburg Spring Arts & Crafts Faire at the Expo Center has a wide variety of artisans on display from gourmet foods, wooding work to jewlery. For info
Frederick Home Show in Maryland, at the Great Frederick Fairgrounds E-ventplex, will feature a wide array of exhibitors for indoor and outdoor ideas. For Info
Maryland’s Flower Show continues through this weekend with various events and locations. For info
Ringing Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus Legends is at the Verizon Center at various times this weekend. For info
Bethesda Film Fest features documentary shorts made by local film makers, Friday and Saturday screenings, with discussions with the filmmakers after each screening. For info
Sat., March 21:
Shamrock Fest at RFK Stadium is deemed as America's largest St. Paddy’s Day celebrations with 30 bands & DJs on 5 stages with games, food and shenanigans. For info
5th Annual Oyster Roast & Sock Burning is family friendly with music, cooking & shucking demonstrations and more. For info
Joe's Movement Emporium 20th Anniversary Gala is a dance celebration for one of Prince George's County's most reputable world arts organizations, providing everything for aerial acrobatics, concerts, plays to international theatrical performances and cultural youth programs. For info
Virginia Touch-A-Truck is in Sterling has big rigs, fire engines to cement mixers ready for a 'climb aboard' family adventure! For info
DC Craft Beer Festival at the DC Convention Center is a top shelf experience of diversity and creativity of some of the areas finest and artisans around the country. For info
Saturday Night:
National Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony at the Warner Theatre annual Free, first come first serve, event honoring the gift of the trees from Japan with traditional and contemporary performances. For info
The Howard Theatre the smooth sounds of Maysa. For info
DAR Constitution Hall presents the R&B/jazz of Ledisi. For info
Rams Head on Stage hosts the bluegrass-tinged group from Charlottesville, Love Canon. For info
The Patriot Center presents Grammy winning contemporary Christian artist of Chris Tomlin. For info
Jammin’ Java hosts pop artist Carrie Manolakos. For info
The Hamilton has Rebirth Brass Band w/ All Mighty Senators. For info
Sun, March 22:
Maryland Day Celebration in the Heritage Area of Annapolis has various events taking place throughout the day. For details
ArtFest at the Maryland Hall in Annapolis offers and open house with performances, art demos, hands activities, music for kids and families. For info
National Capital Area Cake Show in Fairfax is one of the largest confectionary arts competitions with elaborate cakes by decorators of all levels, youth through masters, from all over the Unites States. For info
Sunday Music Matinees:
Phillips Collection in NW features virtuoso clarinetist Jose Franch-Ballester with pianist Michael Brown. For info
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage free music with Cuban salsa-fusion of DC Casineros. For info
The Strathmore it’s classical with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Haydn and Ravel. For info
Rams Head Maryland Live Casino it’s The Eastcoast Entertainment Showcase of bands for big events. For info
Sunday Night:
The Birchmere hosts jazz violinist Regina Carter’s Southern Comfort. For info
Bethesda Blues and Jazz hosts a tribute to Whiplash-Hank Levy Legacy Band. For info
IOTA Cafe has the sweet harmonies of South Rail w/ Evening River Band and Roof Beams. For info
Blues Alley has jazz guitar master John Abercrombie Quartet for 2 shows. For info
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Will Ferrell, Kevin Hart outshine ‘Get Hard’ plot
bit.ly/1FRlkyt http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBHCo2sUsAAMj-D.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/27/2015 2:50:13 PM -
Vin Diesel says Oscars weighted against action films
bit.ly/1FRguRTby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/27/2015 2:40:14 PM -
Put me in: Craig T. Nelson returning as Coach Fox in sequel
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Talent agency wants Matt McConaughey speaking fee secret
bit.ly/1BPxArNby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/27/2015 10:40:09 AM -
Suzanne Somers brings nightclub act to Las Vegas: bit.ly/1IA3UER http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBDKepyUYAE1ufx.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 8:12:35 PM -
#FiftyShadesOfGrey director Sam Taylor-Johnson bows out of franchise: bit.ly/1HPh4Ne http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBDCWpXUIAAvKPa.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 7:37:06 PM -
New app offers #AmericanIdol style talent competition: bit.ly/1FX3uZh http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBCgiKNUcAAyStW.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 5:09:21 PM -
ICYMI: @CapitolRvrFront unveils summer movie lineup: bit.ly/1CPpRzc http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBCgVvIVEAAPpIL.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 5:08:33 PM -
#DowntonAbbey to end after upcoming 6th season: bit.ly/1ydpx7Mby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 5:07:27 PM
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Ken Burns unravels the mysteries of cancer in #PBS doc: bit.ly/1FX3g4C http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBCf8qVUQAAxagM.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 5:06:55 PM -
#TheBreakfastClub returns TONIGHT for its 30th anny! Here's our Top 10 John Hughes Flicks: bit.ly/1Iz3EFZ http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBCJAI_UMAAcYrd.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 3:27:47 PM -
Which way will One Direction go after Malik’s departure? bit.ly/1IyDH9D http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBBvWELUkAAHE3r.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 1:34:22 PM -
From parking lot to cathedral, Richard III is comeback king
bit.ly/1FWyUiq http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBBTr62U0AAdYGG.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/26/2015 12:16:57 PM -
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Oak Ridge Boys, Browns, Grady Martin join Country Music Hall of Fame: bit.ly/1CPlkgp http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CA9edI5UsAA5jLM.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/25/2015 5:42:13 PM -
911 calls: David Crosby repeatedly asks about ambulance after striking pedestrian with car: bit.ly/1CPjxIa http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CA9buP_VAAAr1N2.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/25/2015 5:30:51 PM -
#FelicityJones says #StarWars role is "really exciting." bit.ly/1CPgZtp http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CA9YHMSVAAA417z.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/25/2015 5:14:24 PM -
#OneDirection goes in different directions, as member Zayn Malik leaves group: bit.ly/1CPglMI http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CA9XOniUUAAM1EO.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 3/25/2015 5:10:45 PM
