Archive for the Past Events Category

September 21 – Community Sing

By Washington Revels on September 21, 2018 / Community Sing - Past Events, Past Events

Celebrate the Fall Equinox with Harvest Songs & More! Welcome Autumn with us in Bennington Drive Park! Our September Carpe Diem Arts-Washington Revels Family & Community Sing will be a celebration of the Fall Equinox, Hispanic and African Heritage Months, and the legacy of Labor Day! The evening includes

September 13 – Silver Spring Contra Dance

By Washington Revels on September 13, 2018 / Contra Dance-Past, Past Events

Featuring Dead Sea Squirrels (Craig Edwards, Cathy Mason & Henry Yoshimura) with callers Janine Smith and Susan Taylor! Le Vent du Nord rescheduled for May 9, 2019 On the second Thursday of every month, enjoy the fun as well as the mental and physical health benefits of dancing

September 8 – Christmas Revels Teen Auditions

By Washington Revels on September 8, 2018 / Auditions - Past Events, Past Events

Washington Revels announces teen auditions for the 2018 “Elizabethan” Christmas Revels! Join our Teen Chorus and help bring to life our onstage village of courtiers, merchants, farmers, and tradesfolk as we celebrate the beautiful madrigals, courtly dances, and timeless dramas of Renaissance England. Featuring Mark Jaster and Sabrina Mandell, with Katrina Van Duyn as Queen Elizabeth I and Piffaro: The Renaissance Band. Take part in one of Washington’s most beloved holiday traditions, seen by 10,000 people each December!

September 7-9 – Christmas Revels Children’s Auditions

By Washington Revels on September 7, 2018 / Auditions - Past Events, Past Events

Washington Revels announces children’s auditions for the 2018 “Elizabethan” Christmas Revels! Join our Children’s Chorus and help bring to life our onstage village with playful singing games and charming melodies from Renaissance England. Featuring Mark Jaster and Sabrina Mandell, with Katrina Van Duyn as Queen Elizabeth I and Piffaro: The Renaissance Band. Take part in one of Washington’s most beloved holiday traditions, seen by 10,000 people each December!

September 3 – Kensington Labor Day Parade

By Washington Revels on September 3, 2018 / Parades - Past Events, Past Events

Adults and kids of all ages — come march and sing with us! Whether you’ve been a Reveler for years or are looking for your first experience, Washington Revels’ parades are one of the easiest ways to join in the fun! Our hardy band of Revelers —

August 21 – Community Sing

By Washington Revels on August 21, 2018 / Community Sing - Past Events, Past Events

Tags: community sing, rounds, songs

Back to School and National American Artist Appreciation Month! Community Sings are a partnership of Carpe Diem Arts and Washington Revels.

August 9 – Silver Spring Contra Dance

By Washington Revels on August 9, 2018 / Contra Dance-Past, Past Events

Featuring musicians David Knight and Dave Wiesler with caller Anna Rain! On the second Thursday of every month, enjoy the fun as well as the mental and physical health benefits of dancing with others! Are you yearning for more community engagement? More joy? More cultural activities? More exercise? We’ve

July 21 – Community Sing

By Washington Revels on July 21, 2018 / Community Sing - Past Events, Past Events

July Theme: World Music and Ice Cream Songs, sponsored by Moorenko’s! Come and sing songs from around the world, plus celebrate National Ice Cream Month with ice cream tastes from our sponsor, Moorenko’s! The perfect way to cool off on a warm July evening. 6:30-8:00 — International Songs

July 14 – Jubilee Voices at Voices of History Street Fair

By Washington Revels on July 14, 2018 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Celebrate African American History and Culture! Join Jubilee Voices, storytellers, musicians, and other performing artists for the 4th annual Voices of History Street Fair! In celebration of 35 years, join the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum, Inc. and the Growing Griots Literacy Program as they showcase

July 12 – Silver Spring Contra Dance

By Washington Revels on July 12, 2018 / Contra Dance-Past, Past Events

Featuring Devine Comedy (John Devine, Marty Taylor & Steve Hickman) with caller DeLaura Padovan! On the second Thursday of every month, enjoy the fun as well as the mental and physical health benefits of dancing with others! Are you yearning for more community engagement? More joy? More cultural activities?