Encore does amazing performances, with good sets and props. They also have good classes, teaching…read moreeverything from singing to dancing to stage combat to character development. My only complaint is that when casting their productions, they mainly pick kids that they know well, and after seeing two productions with almost the same cast, it can be a little boring. Other than that, they are a great and friendly company with awesome instructors.

Have been enjoying Encore shows for 10 years! Always a joy to see the magic of theater come alive…read morein so many young people! I'm loving the new shoes they are putting out (world premiers and lesser known titles); they are always very well written for all ages.

Finally, an art gallery whose name basically tells you what to expect…read more I just went to their "Small Treasures" exhibit which featured a number of their artists where some of the work was on sale. The prices were very good too. That particular show was supposed to close on Dec 31st, but it may be worth a call to see if they have extended it. This gallery specializes in selling art to businesses as well as individuals. This is certainly not the type of stuff that you'll see hanging in a college dorm room or in multiple prints at a poster store.

I go to this gallery every time I am in the area. Never fails to impress me. The variety of mediums…read moreand styles by the contributing artists make it very easy to spend a lot of time ( and money) here.

This place is amazing! everyone is so nice and they offer great dance classes.read more

First review! This place is awesome and everyone should enroll themselves and their children!…read moreAmazing from ages 18 months to 80 years!

great fun show. they have some cool tricks and lors of laughs. We went for date night and had a…read moregreat time.

Amazing experience! Both magicians were entertaining and perfectly merged comedy with magic tricks…read more They were very interactive with the audience and frequently picked members of the audience to participate in different acts. It was fantastic overall; we look forward to returning to Pinstripes to see Mark Phillips and Meadow Perry again or to check out other shows at the venue!

Very beautiful space; free admission and free concert at Eisenhower Theater lobby . Resteraunt and…read morecafe at upper floor and wrap around outdoor balcony patio with panoramic views

Washington, DC - there's is only a small handful of performing arts presenters & venues in this…read morecountry that's on par with the Kennedy Center in significance and scope of programming, among them Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in NYC, the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, and Walt Disney Hall & Hollywood Bowl in LA. On any given day, you can find a diverse slate of performances and events, ranging from classical & opera, to jazz, dance. broadway & musicals, theater, country & bluegrass, comedy, popular programming, kids/family shows, films, variety, and special themed events...always an abundant lineup! I've been to the KC a fair share over the years and have attended all sorts of events here: orchestra performances by the National Symphony Orchestra, productions by the Washington National Opera, chamber music concerts on the Fortas Series, galas, festivals, indie shows, and community programs at the REACH. And each time I'm awed being at this cultural center in the Capitol city, which exhibits the highest caliber of artistic excellence in the nation and on the world stage. The building itself is huge and imposing, but there are helpful staff everywhere to answer questions and direct you where you go. Because the footprint is so big, if it's your first time visiting, definitely leave plenty of extra time to walk up to the building and find the right hall/entrance, pick up tickets, and get settled in your seats. For pre-concert dining, there are a couple of options on premises: the more formal Roof Terrace Restaurant, or the casual KC Café which has hot food as well as grab-n-go sandwiches and snacks. Both are located on the Terrace level above the Hall of Nations. Otherwise, there aren't many options super close by without venturing into Foggy Bottom. Tazza, and Kingbird at the Watergate Hotel or its lobby bar/restaurant Next Whisky Bar are the only outside options within a 10-minute walk. The only thing I don't love is, if you're taking a taxi/Uber, it's pretty crazy at the end of the night when everyone is leaving and you're all waiting for your car on the long and chaotic line in the taxi stand area. The Foggy Bottom-GWU metro station is about a 10-minute walk. (There are free shuttles between the metro stop and KC.) Oh and check out the back of the building which has a lovely promenade where you can stroll along the Potomac River! It's peaceful and scenic. Too bad the recent politicization of KC is casting a shadow over the institution, but it is not going anywhere, and my review speaks only to the many wonderful performances that have been put on there and the hard working staff who continue to produce the best season possible. To quote conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya's thoughtful and passionate op-ed in the Washington Post (which you ought to read in its entirety): "Art is no mere commodity, like a boycotted product sold by an exploitative corporation or an aggressor in a war. Art has the capacity to change minds, shift cultures, challenge assumptions. Choosing not to perform deprives artists and art of power, and it aids regimes that fear being culturally challenged. Choosing not to attend performances of content we support will only ensure that this content is not presented in the future." Wurd!

My husband and I took our 6-year-old grandson to see "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". He…read moreloved it, and so did we. There were two actors, one male and one female, who played a total of 8 roles with verve and polish. Their mimicry of characters of different ages and genders was excellent! All in all, a great show for adults and children alike. We hadn't been to Adventure Theater since our children were young, but we will definitely be back with the grandkids.

A wonderful, award-winning children's theater located in the amazing Glen Echo Park. The theater…read moreputs on wonderful imaginative productions for children, featuring known and lesser-known playwrights, and also offers community classes.

Attended concert/reception at Romanian Embassy last night. My first Embassy Series event. The…read morefeatured performer (a French violinist) was very fine indeed. Several problems that diminished the experience considerably: a) Piano was poor in sound quality and out-of-tune. A piano tuner came in at intermission to try to improve it for the also very fine accompanist. Only partially successful. Ick! b) Indifferent food cheaply presented and served on the flimsiest paper plates. Uncomfortable chairs for the performance. Romanian Embassy building is nothing special by DC standards. A greater taste of Eastern Europe (or what it used to be) than we wanted. c) Price was high: $95 per ticket. Yeah, it's supposed to be a non-profit, but not a good value. d) Audience dominated by people 70+ in age. They need to find ways to bring younger folks into the Series. e) Minor quibble - they did a marketing stretch on the musical program description. Only partly "Romanian music".

From the owner: To foster a greater sense of common humanity through the international language of music by…read moreshowcasing the very best of each culture in each nation's symbolic home in Washington. -- (Meet diplomats and future business connections and enjoy a great evening of music and cuisine of the country.)

Our teacher was a very nice young woman. Their 2 year old classes are in a very dated room. The…read moreformat is always the same. There is no actual ballet instruction. It's mainly a fun dress up and glitter party. Admin function is pretty poor and trying to makeup classes is basically impossible. Know what to expect and it will be fine. The kids enjoy it and that's all that matters to most parents. Probably why they still have a pretty large enrollment despite a lack of substantive instruction.

Daughter loves her ballet classes here. Miss Paige is an excellent instructor. Classes are 45…read moreminutes long- perfect length. She really looks forward to these classes. They need to make the waiting area a little larger and maybe have a TV monitor so parents can watch instead of cramming by the door.

We used Janis for private tutoring for my two sons for handwriting. They made amazing progress in…read morejust 4 sessions. My boys are 11 and 13. Once we practice for a bit, we will be back for cursive! Best tutoring investment!

From the owner: Who says that handwriting can only be perfected with a pencil and paper? Kids at Write Beginnings…read morewill use chalk, paint, Play-doh, shaving cream, curved pieces of wood, music and the arts, to help them master letter formations. There's a lot more to learning how to write than you think and some kids struggle with refining this particular fine motor skill. That's why Write Beginnings offers handwriting camp every summer for children, ranging in age from Pre-K through middle school. Based on the Handwriting Without Tears® curriculum by Jan Olsen, an occupational therapist, it uses a child's visual skills and provides them with the necessary handwriting skills to be successful in school.