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Performance Series
Each semester, professional performing artists and groups visit Sitar’s Donald and Nancy L. de Laski Foundation Theater to perform for Sitar’s students, families and the community. Sponsored by many of our partner organizations such as The National Symphony Orchestra, DC Jazz Festival, The Shakespeare Theatre, Washington Performing Arts Society and the Cathedral Choral Society, these performances offer an opportunity to experience a professional quality performance here at the Center.
Sitar’s students also have an opportunity to showcase their talents for each other and the community during Student Showcase week, the culminating event of each semester.
All performances are free and open to the public.
Click here to see past Performance Series.
Spring 2012 Performance Series
Tuesday, February 21 from 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Washington Performing Arts Society presents Reverb
The five male singers of Reverb take students on an a cappella musical journey through African-American history, focusing on the social issues of 1619, 1866, the 1960s, and today. Students participate by answering and asking questions, singing, and playing hand-held percussion instruments. Reverbs repertoire engages students and provides insight into issues that are still thought provoking today.
Monday, March 12 from 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Washington Performing Arts Society presents Coyaba Dance Theater
Coyaba Dance Theater mesmerizes audiences with electrifying portrayals of traditional and contemporary African dance and drumming. The performance masterfully demonstrates the similarities and differences between contemporary dance forms such as hip-hop and modern, and the cultural traditions of West Africa. Students participate with call-and-response, music, and movement.
Wednesday, March 28 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Sitar Faculty Performing Arts Showcase
Watch and listen as Sitar’s wonderfully talented volunteer faculty perform a variety of pieces including music, dance and more!
Saturday, April 14 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm
DC Jazz Festival presents Herman Burney Trio
Herman Burney, recently named Best Bassist by the Washington CityPaper’s Jazzies, performs jazz standards and new favorites with other renowned musicians.
Wednesday, April 25, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Special Performance by the American Youth Chorus
Established in 2008, American Youth Chorus (AYC) is Congressional Chorus’ after-school music program at the Atlas Performing Arts Center for students ages 8 to 14 from DC, Maryland, and Virginia.