D.C. DJ Sami brings a secret weapon to his dance music: A flute
Sami will perform tracks from his new EP, “Elevate,” at the Owl Room on July 14.
By Chris Kelly3 concerts and a music festival to catch in the D.C area over the next few days
The Broccoli City Festival is this weekend at the RFK Festival Grounds.
By Haben KelatiRock duo Faunas’ new music is gentler, with just a touch of grunge
Faunas celebrate a new EP release July 15 at Comet Ping Pong.
By Mark Jenkins‘The Miracle Club’: Melodrama touts the healing power of moving on
Kathy Bates and Maggie Smith anchor a predictable Irish dramedy about a road trip to Lourdes.
By Michael O'SullivanAfter delays, a stripped-down ‘Fela!’ finds its way to Washington
Lili-Anne Brown directs the first professional production of the Afrobeat musical "Fela!" since its Tony-winning Broadway tour ended more than a decade ago.
By Thomas FloydAt the National Building Museum, a more sobering Summer Block Party
Architect Suchi Reddy’s ‘Look Here,’ featuring mirrored forms and civil rights-era photographs, invites you to look up — and deep within.
By Kriston CappsCelebrate Barbie in D.C. with drag shows, screenings and a ‘Barbie-Q’
Parties at bars, breweries and movie theaters remind us that it's Barbie's world, and we're just living in it.
By Fritz HahnLa Poteria Local, a magic mix of Colombian traditions, American tastes
The suburban Maryland cafe, started by two Bogotá natives, features Colombian street foods and inventive mash-ups such as arepa toast.
By Tim Carman‘Mission: Impossible’ delivers the pure escapism we need right now
‘Dead Reckoning, Part One’ lives up to star Tom Cruise’s notoriously high standards. And the best news? It isn’t even over yet.
By Ann HornadayThe 24 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week
Celebrate Taylor Swift's new album at multiple listening parties, watch movies on the Library of Congress's lawn and geek out with fellow fans at BlerDCon.
By Fritz Hahn, Sophia Solano, Adele Chapin and Chris KellyA Georgetown canal boat tour offers a leisurely trip through the past
Tour Georgetown's section of the C&O Canal from the water, and get an unexpected history lesson while enjoying the views and the breeze.
By Fritz HahnOrigami Angel wrote your East Coast summer anthem, and it’s pretty emo
The emo duo will play at Pie Shop, DC9 and Union Stage July 13-15.
By Sophia Solano4 concerts to catch in D.C. over the next several days
Breakin’ Even presents Staycation, plus KeiyaA, Tony Shhnow and Erykah Badu perform.
By Chris Kelly‘Joy Ride’ is a roller coaster of raunch and sweetness
Four Asian American friends go on a road trip in search of friendship, identity (and some other, more R-rated things).
By Olivia McCormackFree outdoor movies in the DMV this summer
Craft the perfect outdoor movie experience with our guide to pre-movie happy hours, where to pick up picnic supplies and the best spots for a nightcap.
By Fritz HahnHow does buying medical cannabis work in D.C.? What we know about the law.
Whether you're a D.C. resident or planning a vacation here, it's possible to purchase medical cannabis from a licensed dispensary. Here's what you need to know.
By Fritz Hahn‘The Lesson’: Sharp literary drama curdles into melodramatic mush
Great performances by Richard E. Grant, Julie Delpy and Daryl McCormack initially elevate this British thriller about the writing life.
By Michael O'SullivanDCity Smokehouse, a perfect fit for revitalized Anacostia
The veteran barbecue joint on Florida Avenue NW has opened a new spot in Southeast, and it already feels like a part of the community.
By Tim CarmanThe photos of Frederick Douglass that helped him fight to end slavery
A new exhibit at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery examines how Frederick Douglass carefully crafted his image with speeches, writing and photographs.
By DeNeen L. BrownMeet the female and trans actors playing Founding Fathers in ‘1776’
Gisela Adisa, Liz Mikel, Kassandra Haddock and Sav Souza star in the touring production of the nontraditionally cast Broadway revival of "1776," now onstage at the Kennedy Center.
By Thomas Floyd