Top Things to do in Upper Northwest
The 10 Best Concerts & Shows in Upper Northwest, District of Columbia (DC)
Washington DC is a hub for American politics and history. Attracting as many school field trips as it does travelers the district offers a peek into the country’s democratic origin. There are plenty of free museums to take advantage of but the real draw here is the memorials and monuments dedicated to great American leaders. Spend some contemplative time at the Reflecting Pool within the National Mall, among the most patriotic places in the country.
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1. Jazz Night at Westminster Presbyterian Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Linda_B_from_So_MD - Hughesville, United States
The band performs on an elevated stage within the church sanctuary. There's an open space in the back for dancing. $5 to see excellent musicians. We've been coming for over 10 years. The audience is every age and the best diversity of any venue I've seen. Generally three sets.
2. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,738 reviews
Reviewed By designerista - Oklahoma City, United States
We visited to experience the Marriage of Figaro performed by the National Symphony Orchestra and it was a group of extremely talented artists and musicians. We really enjoyed the performance and would highly recommend a visit to see and hear them play beautiful full orchestra music. The difficulty was expert level and flawless. One of the highlights of the visit to DC.
3. Shakespeare Theatre Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
The Shakespeare Theatre Company produces and presents award-winning plays in its two venues in downtown Washington D.C., attracting many theatre-goers from D.C., Maryland, Virginia and from around the world. As a non-profit arts organization our education programs bring classical theatre experiences, critical discussions and vital academic resources into area schools and communities. We also host a number of other arts organizations who perform world class dance, music, and much more.
Reviewed By rontcarb - Finksburg, United States
Our first time to the Shakespeare theater, specifically the Lansburgh at 425 7th St NW. Really enjoyed the ease of getting into the theater. We were in the boxes in BB19, 21 and the seats were an excellent view with plenty of room. Nice not being stuffed in a row of seats. Saw an excellent one man play on CS LEwis, presented by the Fellowship of the Performing Arts, with Max McLEan playing the part of CS Lewis. Enjoyed the after show Q&A as well. Nice Lobby, nice staff, convenient parking, what more could you ask for!
4. Discovery Theater
5. The Capitol Steps
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By H5152PVrobertd
The funniest show in Washington. I see them twice a year and each time I go, there is a mix of new songs and old favorites. When a scandal hits, see the Capitol Steps to find out what rhymes with it. Though if your name is Pete Buttigieg, the song will be "The Hardest Rhyme". They skewer both Democrats and Republicans with their witty parodies of familiar songs.
6. Blues Alley
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4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By williamleeh - Rocky Mount, United States
We went last night to hear Richie Goods' "The Goods Project". We enjoy jazz clubs and the format is pretty standard with a cover charge and a food/drink minimum which we found reasonable. We had enjoyed heavy appetizers earlier so we opted to enjoy a drink with the music. The drinks covered most of the minimum. The venue is very cozy so you can enjoy watching the musicians perform. We had a fun evening and will return.
7. The 930 Club
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4.0 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By susannej713
Left DC 30 years ago, but was back and went to see one of my favorite bands at the 930 Club...My memories included punk bands and mosh pits. We went to see funk, and it was as cool and music lover friendly as I recall. I will definitely be back next time we are in DC!
8. The National Theatre
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4.0 based on 140 reviews
Located a stone's throw from the White House and bordering the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site, National Theatre is the historic cultural center for the performing arts in our nation's capital and the oldest enterprise on Pennsylvania Avenue continuously operating in its original designated capacity.
Reviewed By buckeyenyc - New York City, United States
Each year when vacationing in DC my wife and I make sure we take in a show at the National Theater. This is a wonderful place to see theater. Great sight lines and acoustic. It has the sense of a Broadway Theater and the shows are National Tours of Broadway Plays. If you have the time they run a in person lottery for a limited amount of discounted tickets 2 hours before show time.
9. DC Improv Comedy Club
10. Bohemian Caverns
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 32 reviews
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