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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Offer you can't refuse; Al Pacino awards go up for auction: bit.ly/1yFosds http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B61wVunCMAEBdkZ.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/8/2015 5:00:30 PM -
Jon Stewart & Conan O'Brien respond to #CharlieHebdo attack: VIDEO: bit.ly/1yFz8cd http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B616IsACYAAhKS3.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/8/2015 4:52:02 PM -
The stars of HBO's #Girls discuss the show's fourth season, which premieres Sunday at 9 pm: bit.ly/1yFu5se http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B611pQ5CEAActW1.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/8/2015 4:32:28 PM -
Ava DuVernay and David Oyelowo discuss their journey to #Selma bit.ly/1yFohiq http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B61wFV5CEAA1Kuz.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/8/2015 4:08:01 PM -
#AngelinaJolie screens #Unbroken at The Vatican and meets Pope Francis: bit.ly/1yFdnt0 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B61lpUGCcAAYmTQ.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/8/2015 3:22:26 PM -
3 new women in LA accuse Cosby of sexual assaults long ago bit.ly/1Atb9uIby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/7/2015 10:07:52 PM
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Great news superhero fans. New teaser trailer for Marvel's #AntMan (VIDEO): bit.ly/1tK13kb http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6wzAKUCQAAoeED.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/7/2015 5:02:43 PM -
From Carcetti's campaign to romancing McNulty, @BurreBrandy recalls HBO's #TheWire (AUDIO): bit.ly/1AwaOZH http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6l_ojrCcAI3gMI.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/5/2015 2:44:00 PM -
#HBO's #TheWireHD available for purchase TODAY. Here's a preview and the Top 10 episodes: bit.ly/1AwaOZH http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6l-CNGCUAAZ_rC.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/5/2015 2:36:35 PM -
Donna Douglas, ‘Beverly Hillbillies’ star, is dead bit.ly/1I81D1Pby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/4/2015 6:55:24 AM
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Obama hangs out in Hawaii with Pearl Jam’s Vedder bit.ly/1tApz7sby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/4/2015 4:26:13 AM
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How ‘Back to the Future Part II’ did with 2015 predictions
bit.ly/1BdOXpP http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6W_1dtCQAAnKyU.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/2/2015 4:48:35 PM -
Bono: I may never play guitar again after crash
bit.ly/1rIYq6Bby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/2/2015 11:30:20 AM -
Jim Crow-era shooting revisited in new documentary
bit.ly/1BpJ4Uz http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6VqFnCCQAAG63Y.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 1/2/2015 10:45:19 AM -
Not sure how you'll ring in 2015? Check out our list of local New Year's Eve events bit.ly/1y4bTbs
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‘Modern Family’ actress gets engaged over Christmas bit.ly/1B1FUIA http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6G-chvCIAAnUu3.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/30/2014 2:08:34 PM -
Luise Rainer, first to win consecutive acting Oscars, dies bit.ly/1B1Fvpv http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6G9kN3CcAAiKE9.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/30/2014 2:04:42 PM -
Man charged with DUI in crash with Jennifer Lopez bit.ly/1AegYNTby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/29/2014 7:10:15 PM
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Chris Rock and wife Malaak Compton-Rock headed for divorce bit.ly/1tdj761by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/29/2014 2:31:12 PM
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Alicia Keys gave birth to son Genesis Ali Dean bit.ly/1ruKUTUby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/29/2014 2:25:07 PM
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Grand Ole Opry’s Little Jimmy Dickens hospitalized
bit.ly/1ruKcWP http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6BO1U6CIAAe7Oo.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/29/2014 12:30:12 PM -
Jennifer Lawrence visits hospital over the holidays (Photos)
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Casey Kasem’s children to share medical records
bit.ly/1t1zPW5by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/25/2014 1:55:10 PM -
Headed to a #movie on #Christmas? Here's your #holiday box office survival guide: bit.ly/1t1U9Xf http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5tHkTRCIAEYG2p.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/25/2014 1:38:20 PM -
Sony, YouTube to stream ‘The Interview’
bit.ly/1Eem4h0by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/24/2014 5:07:41 PM -
WTOP Film Critic Jason Fraley on new releases at the box office. bit.ly/1x4cJDg http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5oKvO0CAAUxohJ.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/24/2014 2:34:26 PM -
Rogen, Franco, others react to ‘The Interview’ release
bit.ly/1EczOIZ http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5nUjq0CEAAyvkj.jpgby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/24/2014 11:25:08 AM -
NYC theater plans live reading of ‘The Interview’ bit.ly/1AZ6hMT http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5fWLZPCMAANlMU.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/22/2014 9:27:28 PM -
#TheHobbit goes out on top with $90.6 million 5-day debut: bit.ly/1wexmr6 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5eWYFQCAAAouit.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/22/2014 4:50:21 PM -
Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard welcome second child bit.ly/1zJOc64by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/21/2014 4:36:31 AM
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Craig Ferguson says good night as ‘Late Late Show’ host bit.ly/1HdVYXDby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/20/2014 7:59:43 AM
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Actor Stephen Collins denies he’s a pedophile in interview bit.ly/1sOIn81by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/20/2014 6:25:45 AM
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.@WTOPent weekend #BestBets for #DC entertainment #music #FamilyFun liveblog.wtop.com/Event/Happenin… #FF @nativerunmusic youtu.be/DCE7ZCyFE3k
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Stephen Colbert signed off "The Colbert Report" for good last night with a glorious singalong with everyone from “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart to Big Bird to George Lucas to Henry Kissinger.
D.C. delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton was part of the fray and joined us live on WTOP (103.5 FM) to talk about the crazy night. Listen here.by Jason Fraley via YouTube edited by WTOP News 12/19/2014 6:53:07 PM -
Associated Press names Top Songs of 2014. And the winner is... bit.ly/1xu0H7u http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5PG02dCAAIgRCB.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/19/2014 6:00:33 PM -
Will artists skip studio support after Sony scandal? #TheInterview bit.ly/1xu0nWo http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5PFsckCUAEcY9h.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/19/2014 5:41:31 PM -
Stephen Colbert retires #TheColbertReport and the host he played. VIDEO: bit.ly/1xu0lOr http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5PFgQRCEAALw4O.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/19/2014 5:40:52 PM -
Weekend Best Bets: Holiday happenings with shopping, shows, lights, dinosaurs and music
Mary de Pompa WTOP News
All Weekend:
- DC Armory hosts Discover Dinosaurs a walk through exhibit with rides, fossil dig, movies and a live dinosaur petting station. For info
- Downtown Holiday Market on F Street in NW, has eclectic gifts for all, arts, crafts, entertainment, food and more. For info
- Christmas on the Potomac features ICE, at the Gaylord National Harbor, with Frosty the Snowman brought to life, ice slides, ice carving zone and holiday light show. For info
- Smithsonian’s National Zoo has ZooLights with performances, music and more all weekend. For info
- Baltimore’s Authentic German Christmas Village transform the Inner Harbor a holiday spectacular with vendors, lights, performances, shopping and more. For info
- Fords Theatre presents, an annual tradition in its 30 year, A Christmas Carol with various showtimes. For info
- Warner Theatre presents the 10th anniversary of The Nutcracker Ballet at various showtimes. For info
- Kennedy Center presents the National Symphony Orchestra: Handel’s Messiah at various showtimes. For info
Sat., Dec. 20:
- Smithsonian TechQuest at the Hazy Center, in Chantilly, is a family friendly day of problem solving, hands on activities for upper elementary an older. For info
- Baltimore’s B&O’s Magical Holiday Express with model train layouts, activities and this weekend’s Reading on the Railroad with Choo Choo Blue. For info
- Weekend Festival at Ticonderoga Farms features rides, farm amusements and breakfast with Santa. For info
Saturday Night:
- State Theatre presents A Rockin’ Renegade Holiday with homegrown blues, alt rock and old school punk. For info
- Bethesda Blues & Jazz it’s The Soul Crackers w/ Tommy Lepson. For info
- Rock & Roll Hotel has Big Country Express. For info
- Rams Head on Stage it’s indie-celtric rock blend of Carbon Leaf. For info
- Jammin' Java hosts singer/songwriter, Liz Longley. For info
Sun., Dec. 21:
- Alexandria’s Holiday Market transforms the Carlyle District into a lively outdoor Holiday Market with unique gifts, live entertainment, food and tastings. For info
- Strathmore presents National Philharmonic: Handel’s Messiah matinee show. For info
- The Hamilton has a gospel brunch with The Gospel Persuaders. For info
- Bull Run Festival of Lights is a family holiday lights journey complete with a carnival for all ages. For info
Sunday Night:
- George Mason Center for the Arts present the Vienna Boys Choir. For info
- Kennedy Center it's The Choral Arts Society of Washington’s, A Capital Christmas. For info
- Rams Head on Stage has bluegrass with The Hard Travelers. For info
- The Lincoln Theatre it’s the bossa nova sound of Thievery Corporation. For info
- Tally Ho Theatre has the pop-country of Native Run. For info
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Actor Stephen Collins denies he’s a pedophile in interview bit.ly/1sOIn81 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5Oks-SCMAAFiIX.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/19/2014 3:17:19 PM -
Welcome to the new WTOP(dot)com. Check it out. What do you think? bit.ly/1zztkjk http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5JJPo3CIAAaJEg.jpg
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One week til Christmas! What's on your playlist? Check out my Top 100 Xmas Songs of All Time: bit.ly/1xs8va1 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5IggyHCYAA-IcG.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/18/2014 11:02:26 AM -
Sony cancels Dec. 25 release of #TheInterview after threats: wtop.com/?nid=1416&sid=…by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/17/2014 11:23:08 PM
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#TheInterview movie yanked by Regal, AMC, other major chains, while NYC premiere canceled: bit.ly/1zwOKfzby WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/17/2014 8:28:58 PM
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#SavingPrivateRyan , #FerrisBueller , #BigLebowski , #RosemarysBaby among films being preserved: bit.ly/1wgOjq8 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5EJ5HSCMAAoMnI.jpg
by WTOP Entertainment via twitter 12/17/2014 2:44:13 PM