My first time at the Harman Hall theatre to see Paranormal Activity. I was so blown away by this…read moreshow! I'm still in awe of the robe scene IYKYK. The actors were so good in their respective roles and I was completely immersed in the story. It came together at the end really well and the practical effects were incredible. I loved the staging with the 2 floors and getting to see everything all at once. The theatre itself was very nice. The bathrooms were spacious and clean, the ushers were kind and helpful, and the seats were relatively comfortable. Pro tip, choose row E if you want extra legroom!

Beautiful venue, amazing actors, wonderful story and incredible experience. So happy as it was a…read morefirst visit for us. Will definitely return the next time in town.

3.14.26 This was my…read morefirst visit to the venue, and the décor, rich and opulent, was entirely my style and absolutely stunning. We had premium box seats with in-seat service, which allowed us to place orders throughout the show; my husband and our friends took advantage of that convenience. Other amenities at the concert hall include a lounge with a full-service bar that opens 90 minutes before showtime and is exclusive to guests for the first hour. There is also a rooftop area, available for select performances, that offers impressive views of the Capital, along with merchandise available for purchase. A quick note for visitors: small bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" are permitted, and all bags are searched prior to entry. We came to see Brit Floyd, and everything about the experience was exceptional--the service, the acoustics, the laser and screen visuals, and the intimate feel of the venue.

Warner Theatre leaves me with mixed feelings. I've attended several events here over the years,…read moreincluding Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performances and The Nutcracker during the holidays, and those experiences were excellent. The theater itself is beautiful--its decor always gives me a jazz-era renaissance vibe that adds to the atmosphere. Recently, I came to see Lalah Hathaway and Robert Glasper, and while the show itself was great, the acoustics for live music were unfortunately not. From where I was seated, it was difficult to clearly hear the vocals, which took away from the performance. The venue itself is stunning and has hosted some memorable shows for me, but based on this experience, it seems better suited for theater and dance performances than for certain live music concerts. Despite the sound issues, I still enjoyed the show as much as I could and would return for the right performance.

Came here for a concert and loved that the venue is small so there is no bad seat…read more Unfortunately the sound/ acoustics were horrible, not sure if this was the band's fault or this location, but it was pretty terrible. The location is good, with a parking garage a couple of blocks away. Because of the proximity to the White House, there was a lot of security in the perimeter of the area which is a plus when walking at night.

Attended Michael McIntyre show. Venue is beautiful. Seats are comfortable…read more Parking options were scarce. Had to walk 8/10 of a mile to the hall. Entry was easy and staff were pleasant. Food is limited. Chicken wings, tenders, and fries. $20 for one serving. Drinks are ridiculous. Empty cup would be charged $8. Bottle of water $7, soda $8, alcohol $18. Extremely disturbed by security/bouncer seated in front of the stage "facing" the audience. He was messing around on his phone with his head down. The performer asked him once to put it away. He did for about five minutes AND THEN PULLED IT OUT AGAIN. The show stopped while Michael again (politely) confronted him. Mentioned the bright screen was distracting and that he was there for protection. The bouncer put his phone away but didn't look up, didn't apologize. He was asked to leave and didn't move. While I understand leaving his post would probably be worse, the venue didn't send anyone up there. Ultimately, Michael demanded he leave. DO BETTER DAR. He had ONE job...to watch the audience for everyone's protection. I have worked at Merriweather and the cardinal rule is to not watch the act, not have our personal devices out, and to remain alert. Not sure if I will go back. Heinous pricing and lax security do not endear me to them.

I am so glad that this theatre is still in operation…read more Also contains a first rate museum in the basement that includes the gun used to kill Lincoln and a pillow that still has dried blood on it So glad that I went!

The famous for theater has become more of a museum nowadays than an active theater, but it still…read moreholds some performances today. It's the historic theater that Lincoln was shot. There's plenty of memorabilia to Lincoln's life and life back then within the theater. It's a very cool historic site that is worth the ticket to admission! Being in the same room and looking up at the box that Lincoln sat in where he was assassinated was a very interesting and also somber experience !

I always knew that I loved to dance, to move my feet with a passion, and let the music invigorate…read moreme. But I never really thought about watching other people do it, and certainly not professionally. Then about four years ago the girl I was dating at the time got me hooked on the show So You Think You Can Dance, which happened to be on its fourth season. From then on my eyes were opened to a whole new art form, one that I've grown increasingly fond of ever since. DC unfortunately has a shortage of outlets for taking in great dance performances, but once a year some of the best artists from the area gather at VelocityDC to showcase their talents at an incredibly reasonable price of $18 per attendee. This was my second year attending and the program was almost entirely different than when I came two years ago. While the acts vary on each of the nights that it's going on, The Washington Ballet Studio Company is almost always the "feature" performance, unless you come on the last day when they showcase a few other companies, but this year's routines seemed a bit shorter than before...unfortunate since they really are spectacular, but it allowed some additional time for more acts. The previous show I attended they did five dance routines all set to familiar Beck songs, a curious choice, but one which actually worked quite well. This year was a bit of a contrast, using three great blues songs as the backdrop for a bit more serious piece. Where else in DC can you see contemporary ballet squeezed in between tap dance, Flamenco, Bharatanrityam (the real reason I chose this performance, since Suzy has experience with several Bhangra dance styles), and African jazz, along with half a dozen other styles? If it exists in another place I've yet to find it. Even during the intermission there was a staged-impromptu break dance battle out in the mezzanine. Everyone involved in the production of VelocityDC truly loves what they do and it shows. Add to the event that it's held in the Shakespeare Theatre Company's relatively new performing stage at the beautiful Sidney Harmon Hall and you've got a value that is difficult to surpass in this city for entertainment. We even got an unexpected treat during our recent attendance in the form of a surprise proposal by one of the audience members, and after she said yes they were showered with a standing ovation from the crowd and weeping eyes all around. This is the kind of magic this event inspires.

VelocityDC is AWESOME. I highly recommend it for anyone that's a dance fan and actually for anyone…read morewho is even remotely interested in checking out dance. First it's $18 for any seat and you really cannot beat that!! It's at Shakespheare Harmon Theatre so beautiful, convenient space. I just LOVE that you can see all kinds of dance in one evening. There was step, ballet, african, flamenco, modern.... It was truly fantastic. It's really nice because you can check out a lot of different companies at once and then go see more performances of the ones you really liked. BRAVO to Harmon Center for hosting. Fabulous event!

Went to the National Theatre for the first time ever. The group I was with saw "Suffs" (short for…read moreSuffragists). It is a Tony Award winning musical that retell pivotal moments from the Women's Suffrage Movement, especially events that led up to the Suffrage March in 1913, the The National Woman's Party White House Pickets in 1917, and the subsequent events after over the decades. The story was told beautifully through a lot of music and dancing, humor, disagreements, losses, tragedies, and wins the women faced individually and together over the decades. I appreciate the play also addressing tough discussions that needed to be had, such as the movement often & purposely excluding women of color. I also appreciate the play highlighting the significant contributions Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. made with the 1913 March despite facing racial tension from the organizers who wanted them to be in the back of the march. Overall, I will say the theatre itself is very professional, especially with seating patrons and ensuring easy transitions before, after, and throughout the show. They absolutely do not allow any outside food nor drinks. I would suggest eating before or getting something light from the theatre. It is also very close to the metro rail (Metro Center) so transportation there isn't a hassle.

A pretty decent venue for shows! I have been for a ballet and could see everything well from the…read morebalcony; was surprised the seats were cheap for my spot with the view I got. The balcony is rather steep though, which could be scary for some. They have stairs and an elevator to go between floors, but the elevator is kind of small. Security is friendly and timely. I would come again for another show.

Arena stage is a performance arts center that offers many plays, musicals and shows during each…read moreperformance season. They have 3 theatres within the venue. There is also a bar to order drinks before the show and during intermission. Tonight we saw the CrazySexyCool TLC musical and it was phenomenal! The show was a biopic of TLCs journey as a musical performance group, the ups, downs, challenges and losses. I really learned a lot about the group as I listened to them growing up without knowing much about their personal history and life details. The main actors for T-Boz, Left Eye and Chilli were spectacular. Their voices were incredible and evoked a lot of emotions. The show highlighted many of TLCs music as expected and the show exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!

Arena Stage is an excellent venue to see a show. They have 3 different stages and a good bar for…read moredrinks & snacks. Nicely located across from the Wharf. Metro accessible. Treat yourself to a night at Arena Stage.

This quartet was so wonderful at my friend's recent wedding. They were professional and sounded…read moregreat. They were flexible and prepared. They played some classics as well as classical renditions of modern songs, including some Queen!

We chose Sage to play at our wedding because their reviews are resoundingly glowing and their…read morewebsite showcased their quality - both in sound and appearance. I honestly loved their interpretations of classics/contemporaries more than most others online, or even professional recordings. Throughout the process, we dealt with Kyung LeBlanc, who runs the ship there. She was super friendly, personable, and prompt in helping us with song selection and timing. On the day, we saw that she was well into her pregnancy (and gave birth shortly after)! Even so, she coordinated the group flawlessly, always with a smile. She also sought us out to say hi, and to talk to our friend who was officiating the ceremony. The music we had during the ceremony was beautifully played and really added to the mood we had envisioned. During the cocktail hour, we had them play string renditions of contemporary songs. Our guests absolutely loved this! My only regret is that we were so busy running around that evening that I didn't get to thank each of the performers. If you're looking for some elegance and fun in having live musicians, look no further than Sage!

Matthew is an excellent piano teacher. I have been learning from him for a couple years now, and I…read morehave no intention of stopping any time soon. He does a great job of teaching both the physical aspect of playing the piano and the musical aspect of each piece. His studio is a wonderful community to be a part of. His students come from a diverse set of backgrounds and professions, and Matthew highly encourages the social aspect of music. He is a great person, and I look forward to my lesson with him each week. I have absolutely no doubt that he is the best piano teacher in the DMV, and I highly recommend him.

Matthew is an extraordinary teacher, and Studio V is an extraordinary place to learn.I have worked…read morewith other piano teachers in the past and there is no comparison. Where the other teachers focused on teaching how to play individual pieces, Matthew teaches how to play the piano. With a rigorous focus on developing proper technique and an understanding of the music, I am learning the skills that will truly enable me to play to my potential. He is a masterful diagnostician, focusing in on the student's individual needs and providing targeted exercises to overcome each challenge and promote growth and progress. I have come to piano later in life, with little prior experience. I feared my inexperience and age would be a barrier, but nothing could be further than the truth. Matthew has made me feel as welcome and valued as his most proficient students. If this all was not enough, Matthew composes very beautiful music of his own, that as his students we get to listen to, as well as learn and play. It is a really special experience. Studio V is not just a place to come for piano lessons, though. It is a place to join an expansive and welcoming community of people that share a love of music. I cannot recommend Matthew and Studio V highly enough.