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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Miss @LucyHale looking very elegant and standing out in a red dress!! #CMchatLive #CMAawards #Billboardby Mary Sarah via twitter 11/6/2014 12:16:52 AM -
"I'd be lying if I said I didn't want to win" new artist of the year, says @TheBrandyClark . But she'd be shocked if it happened.by brian_mansfield via twitter 11/6/2014 12:16:24 AM -
Just hanging with @ClayWalker at the pre party! #CMAawards http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B1t6ExkCUAASP-m.jpg
by Danielle Bradbery via twitter 11/6/2014 12:16:07 AM -
tarrynfeldman does it again and so does amberlehman with this dress!! Love you guys ❤️ #CMAs Red Carpet instagram.com
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Check out our #CMAawards live blog! Artists & experts weigh in throughout the telecast blbrd.cm/TIYKlUby Billboard via twitter 11/6/2014 12:14:16 AM -
It is so good to see @kramergirl found a use for that wedding dress she never got to wear.... #CMAawardsby Rawhide & Velvet via twitter 11/6/2014 12:14:03 AM -
.@ChuckDauphin big wins this morning for Dierks (Video) and Keith / Miranda (Musical Event) #CMAawardsby Billboard via twitter 11/6/2014 12:13:11 AM
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I think I got everything all up and ready to go! Let's PARTY. Here is the link where we are blogging/tweeting! blbrd.cm/CFXlsxby Rawhide & Velvet via twitter 11/6/2014 12:10:09 AM
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In the media room...getting it all hooked. instagram.com
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by Mary Sarah via twitter 11/6/2014 12:06:37 AM
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Now that their EP is out, Maddie of @MaddieandTae say they get so many tweets they can't check their phones. "Our mobiles will die."by brian_mansfield via twitter 11/6/2014 12:06:00 AM
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I've interviewed 'em a bunch, but it's nice to finally meet @MaddieandTae . http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B1t3Rn6IUAAQh3Q.jpg
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.@ChuckDauphin any predictions for #CMAawards tonight?by Billboard via twitter 11/6/2014 12:03:28 AM
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Exciting news! I will be live tweeting the #CMAawards tonight. Follow along on @billboard blbrd.cm/CFXlsx http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B1t27-5CMAA2tQY.jpg
by Danielle Bradbery via twitter 11/6/2014 12:02:25 AM -
Gator Pride with Tim Tebow!!! instagram.com
by Easton Corbin via twitter 11/6/2014 12:01:21 AM -
by Mary Sarah via twitter 11/6/2014 12:00:47 AM
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Me hiding in that bathroom trying to get the nerve to go in. instagram.com
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If you're watching the #CMAAwards tonight, go to billboard.com/articles/colum… and keep up with @rawhidevelvet if you like your critiques "raw".by lovinlyrics via twitter retweeted by rawhidevelvet 11/5/2014 11:59:07 PM -
It's maddieandtae this months @countrydeeptv #womenincountry rocking the #redcsrpet #spon instagram.com
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Fleetwood Mac returns to D.C. in 2015WASHINGTON -- Fleetwood Mac is planning a second leg of their wildly successful tour, which came to the Verizon Center Friday night.The group returns to the same venue Jan. 30, 2015.Tickets go on sale Tuesday for American Express card holders and Nov. 10 for general public. Click here for more. -
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Trick-or-Treating ForecastRain is in the forecast Friday. But how will it affect your trick-or-treating plans? ABC7 meteorologist Lauryn Ricketts has your full Halloween forecast.
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Chris Brown settles lawsuit for $100,000WASHINGTON -- After a year of legal proceedings, singer Chris Brown is finally free of a lawsuit after the man he allegedly assaulted outside a D.C. nightclub settled for $100,000.Brown struck a plea deal in the criminal case - he pleaded guilty to assault - and managed to avoid jail time, probation and fines.The Daily Mail reports the embattled singer, whose long list of woes include attacking his former girlfriend Rihanna, celebrated his freedom by going on a shopping spree with his current lady love.
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Diabetic kid's Halloween survival guideIt's that time of year again: Jack-o-lanterns decorate front porches, the air is crisp and cool, and creepy costumes line storefront windows. Halloween can be a scary time for different reasons -- especially considering about 4 percent of all candy consumed in the U.S. is eaten on that single day, according to USA Today. While no one wants their child to overindulge, parents who have a kid with diabetes might be extra concerned this Halloween.
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AP PHOTOS: Haunted houses horrify on HalloweenSome people jump, scream or cry when spooked in haunted houses. Check out these photos of people reacting to scares!
In this Oct. 25, 2014, photo, actors scare people as they walk through The Asylum haunted house in Las Vegas. Actors at the The Asylum are volunteers who work just for the enjoyment of scaring patrons. "When you can make a grown man cry and curl up in a little ball it's the best feeling ever," said Bri Setzer. (AP Photo/John Locher) -
Washington's spookiest structures (Video)Have you ever gotten the chills just from looking at a building? In the spirit of Halloween, take a look at some of Washington's spookiest structures.
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From silly to sinister: The clown's image gets creepyPop culture has re-shaped the perception of clowns, and if you're afraid of them, you're not alone.
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Your favorite Halloween candy is...As we gear up for a night of trick-or-treating, what is your favorite Halloween candy?
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From "The Exorcist" to "Psycho," these movies will make you jump out of your seat. Which are your favorites?
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Kennedy Center announces holiday performancesHighlights include:D.C. Storyleague presents A Collection of Funny Holiday StoriesDecember 7, 2014 at 6 p.m.Theater LabFree, tickets required*D.C. Storyleague presents A Collection of Funny Holiday Stories hosted by co-founder Scott Michael Shrake with six story tellers sharing true holiday experiences that are guaranteed to have the audience laughing. *Free general admission tickets will be distributedBallet West: The NutcrackerDecember 10–14, 2013Opera House Tickets: From $56Ballet West returns to the Kennedy Center with Willam Christensen’s beloved production of The Nutcracker danced to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, and a brilliant blend of Victorian-era costumes, sets, and choreography to create a magical storybook world. Performed with live orchestra, children’s choir, and a host of young children from the area, this is the seasonal gift everyone deserves to receive. The New York Times calls it “one of the best productions I’ve ever seen.”NSO Pops: Happy Holidays! with Cirque de la SymphonieDecember 11–13, 2014Concert HallTickets: From $20High-flying fantasy soars once again with Cirque de la Symphonie—back by popular demand for a special holiday program—following its sold-out 2013 engagement. Acrobats, contortionists, jugglers, strongmen, and other new and returning acts perform astonishing feats uniquely choreographed to classical masterpieces conducted by Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke.Megan Hilty’s A Kennedy Center ChristmasDecember 13, 2014 at 7:30 & 9:30 p.m.Terrace TheaterTickets: $65One night only! Back by popular demand, the “new princess of Broadway” (Time) returns to perform a combination of Christmas favorites and classics from the Great American Songbook.National Symphony Orchestra: Handel’s MessiahDecember 18–21, 2014Concert HallTickets: From $10Get in the holiday spirit with Handel’s epic masterpiece, performed each year with a fresh perspective by the NSO and acclaimed guest artists. Conductor Nicholas McGegan leads soloists Sherezade Panthaki (soprano), Jay Carter (countertenor), Thomas Cooley (tenor), Christopher Purves (baritone), and The Washington Chorus (Julian Wachner, music director) in the holiday classic.Washington National Opera: Holiday Family OperaThe Little PrinceDecember 19–21, 2014Terrace TheaterTickets: From $49For its annual family holiday production, WNO brings to life all the joy and wonder of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s storybook in Oscar winner Rachel Portman’s “enchanting opera…satisfying to child and adult alike” (Financial Times) with the WNO Orchestra, and starring current and former Domingo- Cafritz Young Artists and the WNO Children’s Chorus.The 44th Annual Kennedy Center Messiah Sing-AlongDecember 23, 2014 at 8 p.m.Concert HallFree, tickets required*Washington’s most popular free holiday event! Guest conductor Barry Hemphill leads the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, a 200-voice choir, professional soloists, and a very enthusiastic audience in a glorious “sing-along” of Handel’s beloved masterpiece. Patrons may bring their own scores or purchase them in the Kennedy Center Gift Shops. *Tickets will be given away two (2) per person in line in front of the Concert Hall beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23.A Jazz New Year’s Eve: Branford MarsalisTerrace Theater at 7:30 & 9:30 p.m.Tickets: $85Ring in 2015 with Grammy Award®-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, a 2011 NEA Jazz Master and Tony Award® nominee, and his quartet—one of the leading jazz groups working today. After the performance, there will be festive dancing, a countdown to 2015, and a balloon drop in the Grand Foyer, all included with your concert ticket.New Year’s Eve at the Kennedy Center with OzomatiConcert Hall at 8:30 p.m.Tickets: From $55Usher in the New Year with Grammy®-winning band Ozomatli and the National Symphony Orchestra led by Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke. After the concert, enjoy dancing, a countdown to 2015, and a balloon drop in the Grand Foyer, all included with your ticket.New Year’s Eve Grand Foyer PartyGrand Foyer at 11 p.m.Ring in 2015 with music by Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra and Craig Gildner Big Band and dancing in the Grand Foyer from 11 p.m. until 1a.m. and enjoy the climactic balloon drop countdown at midnight. This event is free for patrons with any December 31 evening performance ticket or Roof Terrace Restaurant receipt from that evening.
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2 tricky commutes ahead for D.C. driversWith both Halloween and a time shift approaching, drivers in the D.C. area may run into some tricky commutes over the next few days. Plus, we have some safety tips and reminders for both drivers and trick-or-treaters.
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Pumpkin has seen a huge surge in popularity, and you're bound to see it pop up
in food, beverages, candles and anything else you can think of. But have you
ever made more use of the pumpkin you buy from your local farm or market each
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Renee Zellweger's new lookWASHINGTON -- The Internet has been buzzing with news that Renee Zellweger looks a tad different these days.The "Bridget Jones" actress stepped out on the red carpet ELLE's 21st annual Women In Hollywood Awards at the Four Seasons Hotel in California on Monday, Daily Mail reports.The rarely seen starlet was almost unrecognizable in photos taken at the event:
In response to the scrutiny, Zellweger tells People Magazine:"I’m glad folks think I look different! I’m living a different, happy, more fulfilling life, and I’m thrilled that perhaps it shows. …People don’t know me in my 40s. People don’t know me [as] healthy for a while. Perhaps I look different. Who doesn’t as they get older?! Ha. But I am different. I’m happy."
Renée Zellweger’s Awesome Response To Trolls Over Her Appearance
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Oct. 22, 2014- Reply
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FRI 9/24: Foo Fighters and a showing of Sonic Highways. Tix on sale AT BLACK CAT ONLY at 6PM TODAY. Ticket Info: http://t.co/PYzJIgMbZyOct. 21, 2014
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You have until 10am Monday to enter the lottery for tickets to the National Christmas Tree Lighting: http://t.co/dKvvJJudam @WTOP @WTOPEntOct. 19, 2014
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Weekend Best Bets: Oktoberfests, Taste of DC and Music, Music, Music!
Mary de Pompa WTOP News
All Weekend:
- Taste of DC, along Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, is a multi-day culinary and cultural event with the best in local food, drink and music. For info
- Sugarloaf Crafts Festival at the Maryland State Fairgrounds hosts over 250 top artisans in a variety of genres with interactive demos, music, kids entertainment and more. For info
- 7th Annual Oktoberfest in Reston, at the Town Center, features autumn brews, traditional Oktoberfest fare, live music and entertainment with a carnival. For info
- Herndon Fine Arts Festival on the grounds of ArtSpace Herndon, is a celebration of various art mediums with meet and greets with the artisans. For info
- Richmond Folk Festival combines a variety of performers, artists in one of the regions best loved music, dance and cultural celebrations. For info
Saturday, Oct. 11:
- Columbia Heights Day Festival is a neighborhood celebration with activities and entertainment for all ages. For info
- Nova Manassas Community Fall Festival is a family oriented event with music, kid friendly activities and entertainment, variety of foods and a car show. For info
- 38th Annual Fairfax Fall Festival in Old Town Fairfax offers arts, crafts, food & gourmet vendors, kids activities with music and entertainment. For info
- Great Pumpkin Race and Fall Festival, in Montgomery Village, is a great family event where you can create your own pumpkins for racing with music, food and plenty of kids activities. For info
- Taste of Bethesda is a food a music festival with 5 stages of entertainment, 60 restaurants, and a kids corner. For info
Saturday Night:
- The Birchmere presents singer/songwriting legend, Phil Vassar. For info
- The Howard Theatre hosts a Guitars Not Guns benefit featuring Typefighter, The Sea Life, Teen Mom & Lowecase Letters. For info
- Rams Head On Stage presents California Guitar Trio & Montreal Guitar Trio. For info
- The Hamilton has the rock super group collaboration of The Fauntleroys. For info
- Ebenezer Coffee House in DC host singer/songwriter, Michelle Lewis. For info
- The Barns of Wolf Trap presents Newmyer Flyer Tribute to the Everly Brothers. For info
- Jammin Java has the modern pop of Judah & The Lion. For info
- Tally Ho Theatre presents country-rock innovators, Pure Prairie League. For info
Sunday, Oct. 12:
- 23rd Annual Oktoberfest at the Kentlands in Gaithersburg is citywide festival with music, kids activities, horse-drawn carriage rides, apple cider crafts and more. For info
- Clifton Day Festival, held in one Northern Virginia’s most beautiful and historic areas, offers great live music, food, family friendly activities including train rides. For info
- Courthouse Arts and Craft Beer Festival in Arlington combines unique artist, makers and craftspeople with music, poets, food trucks and then some. For Info
Sunday Night:
- Fillmore Silver Spring has the nu metal of Limp Bizkit. For info
- Rock & Roll Hotel hosts indie-rockers, Allo Darlin'. For info
- The Howard Theatre has a night of jazz with Cassandra Wilson. For info
- IOTA Club & Cafe presents the soul-tinged sounds of Sean Hayes with Eric & Erica. For info
- Hill Country Live host Angaleena Presley of Pistol Annies fame. For info
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The Who turns 50 years old, announces North American tourWASHINGTON -- Classic rock fans, your time as come.The Who has announced their 50th anniversary tour, which comes to the Verizon Center Nov. 1, 2015."The Who Hits 50!" tour will celebrate all five decades of the band's storied career. Guitarist Pete Townshend describes the upcoming set lists as a celebration of "hits, picks, mixes and misses.”
“This is the beginning of the long goodbye,” says frontman Roger Daltrey in a statement.
Tickets go on sale Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. via the band's website. Click here for details.
The Who : Listening to You - Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970by Sergey Chupyrin via YouTube -
Walking Dead Premiere Party at The Bowman Restaurant in Parkville.md admission is free! RSVP YOUR SPOT! http://t.co/VStBICXCsn
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Celebrate 15 years of 'Fight Club' with DC BrauWASHINGTON -- Prepare to feel old."Fight Club" turns 15 this month. Yes, 15 years old. If you're old enough to remember the cult classic starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton, then surely you're old enough to enjoy a beer while watching a movie.Celebrate the last 15 years Oct. 15 at the Alamo Drafthouse in Ashburn, Virginia, with a special screening of "Fight Club" and brews from DC Brau. More details to follow:The First Rule of Fight Club...
Wednesday, October 15 Alamo Drafthouse - Ashburn, VA
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Courtesy Union Market/Joy AsicoUnion Market kicks off fall drive-in series next weekWASHINGTON -- Union Market is bringing back its beloved movie drive-in series for four Fridays in October.Screenings are $10 per car, or free for walk-ups. Seating is first come, first-served. Gates open at 6 p.m. and films start at 8 p.m.Check below for the fall line-up:Oct. 10, 2014 - "Monsters University"Oct. 17, 2014 - "Rushmore"
Oct. 24, 2014 – "Remember The Titans"
Oct. 31, 2014 - People’s Choice - Halloween Edition. Vote online
- "Edwards Scissorhands"
- "Addams Family"
- "Ghostbusters"
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Beer Dinner at Dino's Grotto with our friends in their cool new space! Still a few tickets available, please... http://t.co/4jjnYuC5ydSep. 29, 2014
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Colin Farrell and Vince Vaughn to star in "True Detective"WASHINGTON -- HBO has announced two of its four lead actors who will star in the upcoming season of "True Detective."Colin Farrell will play Ray Velcoro, "a compromised detective whose allegiances are torn between his masters in a corrupt police department and the mobster who owns him," Variety reports.Meanwhile, Vince Vaughn will play Frank Semyon, "a man in danger of losing his criminal empire when his move into legitimate enterprise is upended by the murder of a business partner."Farrell told The World that he is "so excited" for the opportunity"“It’s been shown time and time again how [channels like] HBO have raised the bar regarding production values and fundamentally the writing that all their shows are based on,” he says.HBO has not released the name of the female lead, but did say that "Fast & Furious" mastermind Justin Lin will direct the first two episodes.HBO has not released an air date or the rest of the cast ... yet.Watch Farrell below in "In Bruges":In Bruges Trailerby inbrugesmovie via YouTube
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