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Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 10/12/2011

Newseum to present legendary photos of legendary sports photographer Neil Leifer

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Newseum has culled through the thousands of sports moments captured by legendary photographer Neil Leifer for a retrospective at the museum. “Photo Finish: The Sports Photography of Neil Leifer” opens November 18 and will include 50 shots, including the one of Muhammad Ali standing over Sonny Liston.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 09:00 AM ET, 10/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:00 PM ET, 09/29/2011

National Gallery announces major show of George Bellows

By Jacqueline Trescott

The National Gallery of Art announced Thursday a major retrospective of 19th Century American artist George Bellows. The show will open at the national Gallery in 2012 and then travel to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Royal Academy of Arts, London.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 08:00 PM ET, 09/29/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:40 PM ET, 09/29/2011

Historic Lincoln Theatre may close

By Maura Judkis and Jessica Goldstein

Funding problems might close the theater where Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holliday once performed.

By Maura Judkis and Jessica Goldstein | 04:40 PM ET, 09/29/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:36 PM ET, 09/29/2011

The Library of Congress starts series on African writers

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Library of Congress, led by the library’s African Section of its African and Middle Eastern Division, is starting a series of discussions on modern African literature and poetry. The series begins October 7 with a lecture by Ali Mazrui, the well-known writer and scholar.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 04:36 PM ET, 09/29/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:16 AM ET, 09/29/2011

Artist Explained: Korto Momolu

By Erin Williams

In this interview, the Liberian-born Project Runway alum talks with Arts Post about her involvement with the skills teaching organization Amani Ya Juu (Swahili for “higher peace,”) which led her to create the special line, and what she learned from having to “make it work.”

By Erin Williams | 10:16 AM ET, 09/29/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:00 AM ET, 09/29/2011

Corcoran plans fund-raiser with artist Kehinde Wiley

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Corcoran Gallery of Art has enlisted a number of the artists in ‘30 Americans’ to give talks at the gallery during the run of the show from October 1 to February 12. To underwrite some of those costs, the Corcoran is sponsoring a party called “Birth of the Cool” with artist kehinde Wiley on Friday at the Capitol Skyline Hotel.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 12:00 AM ET, 09/29/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:20 AM ET, 09/28/2011

A decade of Suzanne Farrell is celebrated with a costume exhibition at The Kennedy Center

By Sarah Kaufman

On display at the Kennedy Center are costumes from some of the ballets by George Balanchine that the Suzanne Farrell Ballet has danced throughout its 10-year existence.

By Sarah Kaufman | 11:20 AM ET, 09/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:30 PM ET, 09/27/2011

Frank Gehry and Robert Wilson to discuss Eisenhower Memorial

By Jacqueline Trescott

The public will have a chance to hear the prize-winning architect Frank Gehry discuss the creation of the Eisenhower National Memorial in a special program at the National Archives October 5.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 04:30 PM ET, 09/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:58 PM ET, 09/27/2011

Holocaust Museum receives $17.2 million, its largest gift to date.

By Jacqueline Trescott

The U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum received a $17.2 million gift Tuesday from the estate of Eric F. Ross, who had fled Nazi Germany in 1938.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 12:58 PM ET, 09/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:11 PM ET, 09/26/2011

Arts Critics: Another Read of Marks, Kennicott, Kaufman and Hornaday

By Jacqueline Trescott

After the arts critics have their say on Sunday, Arts Post plans to recycle their views for readers who might have missed their stories. Monday will have Peter Marks, Philip Kennicott, Sarah Kaufman and Ann Hornaday

By Jacqueline Trescott | 05:11 PM ET, 09/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:31 PM ET, 09/26/2011

Arts Dates: The Cultural Alliance annual meeting and the D.C. Humanities Council salute to innovators

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington is holding its annual meeting October 4 with Paula Kerger, the president of PBS, giving the keynote. The Humanities Council of Washington, D.C. is saluting some of the region’s innovators at a reception and discussion October 13.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 03:31 PM ET, 09/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:30 PM ET, 09/25/2011

Kennedy Center announces gift of new organ and the contract extension of the NSO’s Eschenbach

By Jacqueline Trescott

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Kennedy Center and the 80th anniversary of the National Symphony Orchestra, the Kennedy Center announced Sunday that David M. Rubenstein donated a new, 5,000-pipe organ to the center. The NSO also announced that its music director Christoph Eschenbach had extended his contract through the 2012-2015 season.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 07:30 PM ET, 09/25/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:10 PM ET, 09/23/2011

Arts events: Banned-book readings, a Torpedo Factory safari, Africa Underground and more.

By Erin Williams

Arts events to put on your calendar for this week.

By Erin Williams | 04:10 PM ET, 09/23/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:39 PM ET, 09/23/2011

D&G line to close

By Katherine Boyle

Lead designers announced the lower-priced line will be folding into its parent line, Dolce & Gabbanna.

By Katherine Boyle | 03:39 PM ET, 09/23/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:58 PM ET, 09/23/2011

National Slavery Museum files for bankruptcy; heavy rains unearth dinosaur bones in Va.

By Katherine Boyle

Arts Post notes on the news of the day.

By Katherine Boyle | 02:58 PM ET, 09/23/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:35 AM ET, 09/23/2011

Toni Morrison surprises her audience with few pages from a new novel

By Jacqueline Trescott

Toni Morrison, the acclaimed novelist and Nobel Laureate, spent the day at George Washington University Wednesday. During her reading Wednesday night, she surprised her audience by reading a few pages from a forthcoming novel, “Home.”

By Jacqueline Trescott | 10:35 AM ET, 09/23/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:02 AM ET, 09/23/2011

1409 Playbill Cafe readies itself for the next act

By Erin Williams

The venue, located in the heart of Logan Circle and across from Studio Theater, is closing Sept. 30 after 13 years in the same spot, with a moving destination and date to be determined.

By Erin Williams | 10:02 AM ET, 09/23/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:25 PM ET, 09/22/2011

Daphne Guinness’ couture collection featured at FIT (photos)

By Cara Kelly

Guinness co-curated a display of her wardrobe, including 10-inch platform heels, for the FIT museum.

By Cara Kelly | 03:25 PM ET, 09/22/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:45 PM ET, 09/22/2011

Smithsonian designers prepare a traveling show: “The Way We Worked”

By Jacqueline Trescott

Designers for the Smithsonian Institution operate a sprawling and busy operation in Landover, Md., where teams of specialists construct more than 100 exhibitions each year. The team behind Museum on Main Street recently finished a set of traveling shows on the theme “The Way We Worked.”

By Jacqueline Trescott | 02:45 PM ET, 09/22/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:24 PM ET, 09/21/2011

The Peace Corps celebrates 50 years with a donation to the Smithsonian

By Erin Williams

Now, the Smithsonian is joining in the celebration by presenting a collection of memorabilia and artifacts gathered from the many volunteers who served in the organization over the past half-century.

By Erin Williams | 02:24 PM ET, 09/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 09/21/2011

(e)merge art fair: First look

By Maura Judkis

Images from the international artists who will be exhibiting in D.C. this weekend.

By Maura Judkis | 01:00 PM ET, 09/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:17 AM ET, 09/21/2011

Peace Corps donates collections to Smithsonian; Minority groups call on Dutch Royal House to ditch offensive painting

By Katherine Boyle

Arts Post notes on the news of the day.

By Katherine Boyle | 10:17 AM ET, 09/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:28 PM ET, 09/20/2011

ABT star David Hallberg joins Bolshoi Ballet

By Sarah Kaufman

It is, according to the Moscow company, the first time in its modern history that a foreign dancer is joining the Bolshoi on a permanent basis, and not as a guest star.

By Sarah Kaufman | 06:28 PM ET, 09/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:19 PM ET, 09/20/2011

The National Endowment for the Arts honors new Fellows

By Erin Williams

Given annually, the awards are our country’s highest honor in recognition of traditional arts, with the fellows represent several disciplines, including quilting, singing, and percussion. They are annually bestowed on those who have a chronicle of, and continue to display, artistic performance worth national commendation, and must still actively work within their discipline, as an instructor or a practicioner.

By Erin Williams | 05:19 PM ET, 09/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:58 PM ET, 09/20/2011

‘Warhol: Headlines’ at the National Gallery: First look

By Maura Judkis

The blockbuster show at the National Gallery focuses on the artist’s fascination with the news media.

By Maura Judkis | 02:58 PM ET, 09/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:20 AM ET, 09/20/2011

Philly Pops and Philly Orchestra Sever Ties; Graffiti Artist Stages Aerial Protest

By Katherine Boyle

Arts Post notes on the news of the day.

By Katherine Boyle | 09:20 AM ET, 09/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 09/20/2011

National Gallery unveils a Warhol tee-shirt

By Jacqueline Trescott

The National Gallery of Art was a little slow in coming to the tee-shirt fashion. Only earlier this year it sold tee-shirts connected to its blockbuster shows. Tuesday it plans to unveil a shirt in conjunction with its Andy Warhol show. It’s based on an album cover for the Velvet Underground & Nico album cover that Warhol designed. It has a huge banana on the front.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 08:00 AM ET, 09/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:38 PM ET, 09/19/2011

StoryCorps plans to interview hundreds of American teachers

By Jacqueline Trescott

StoryCorps, the national oral history collectors, announced a new project Monday--collecting hundreds of interviews of American teachers. The taped interviews eventually end up in the Library of Congress division of American Folklife.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 06:38 PM ET, 09/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:30 PM ET, 09/19/2011

Smithsonian regents elect France A. Cordova as new chairman

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Smithsonian Regents, the governing panel of the Smithsonian Institution, elected a new chairman Monday. The regents selected France A. Cordova, the president of Purdue University, who joined the regents in 2009, to succeed Patricia Stonesifer.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 02:30 PM ET, 09/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:24 AM ET, 09/19/2011

‘Mad Men’ and ‘Modern Family’ Dominate Emmys Again; Conductor Kurt Sanderling Dies at 98

By Katherine Boyle

Arts Post notes on the news of the day.

By Katherine Boyle | 08:24 AM ET, 09/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:01 PM ET, 09/16/2011

Fashion Week: faux pas or fashion forward?

By Cara Kelly

Sometimes strange styles accompany the good on the runway.

By Cara Kelly | 07:01 PM ET, 09/16/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:33 PM ET, 09/16/2011

National Portrait Gallery presents upclose conversations with Asian American artists

By Jacqueline Trescott

The artists who are part of “Portraiture Now: Asian American Portraits of Encounter” at the National Portrait Gallery are visiting the Smithsonian museum and giving talks in the galleries with their art. The talks start Saturday with Cindy Hwang/CYJO, a Korean-born photographer, who has documented hundreds of Korean-Americans.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 03:33 PM ET, 09/16/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:04 AM ET, 09/16/2011

Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum takes the theme of “Community & Creativity” to the next level

By Erin Williams

The Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum’s 44th anniversary luncheon was held Sept. 15 at the National Press Club.

By Erin Williams | 10:04 AM ET, 09/16/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 09/16/2011

Smithsonian accepts costumes from pioneering performer Diosa Costello

By Jacqueline Trescott

By Jacqueline Trescott | 09:00 AM ET, 09/16/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:20 PM ET, 09/15/2011

Michael Kors takes an ‘afriluxe’ journey in his new collection

By Holly E. Thomas

Python prints and knee-high strapped standals give Kors’s spring collection a look of African luxury.

By Holly E. Thomas | 05:20 PM ET, 09/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:38 PM ET, 09/15/2011

Koshland Museum opens exhibit on climate change

By Jacqueline Trescott

The topic is one that we increasingly talk about almost on a daily basis. The Marian Koshland Science Museum has designed an accessible exhibition about the current science on climate change and gives the visitor a chance to decide what to do about something that affects almost everything around us.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 02:38 PM ET, 09/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:28 AM ET, 09/15/2011

Nicki Minaj brings eclectic style to Fashion Week

By Cara Kelly

The pop singer has been front row at several shows wearing a few unconventional items.

By Cara Kelly | 10:28 AM ET, 09/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:20 PM ET, 09/14/2011

Miss Universe backlash: Miss France speaks out against Miss Angola

By Michele Langevine Leiby

By Michele Langevine Leiby | 05:20 PM ET, 09/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:03 PM ET, 09/14/2011

J. Crew shows mass market has its place

By Ned Martel

Jenna Lyons’ clothes grabbed the eye at the retail chain’s debut at New York Fashion Week.

By Ned Martel | 04:03 PM ET, 09/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:33 PM ET, 09/14/2011

Local theater director found dead in Columbia Heights

By Maura Judkis

Gaurav Gopalan directed shows for the Washington Shakespeare Company.

By Maura Judkis | 02:33 PM ET, 09/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:04 PM ET, 09/14/2011

Oscar de la Renta speaks volumes with his spring collection

By Holly E. Thomas

Full-bodied skirts and Edwardian-styled mules entertained a celeb-studded audience at de la Renta’s show.

By Holly E. Thomas | 02:04 PM ET, 09/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:57 AM ET, 09/14/2011

Will Ferrell's Kennedy Center tribute performers revealed: Paul Rudd, Conan O'Brien and more

By Michael Cavna and Jessica Goldstein

Paul Rudd, Conan O'Brien and more will help to celebrate Will Ferrell’s Mark Twain Prize in October.

By Michael Cavna and Jessica Goldstein | 10:57 AM ET, 09/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: mark twain prize, will ferrell, kennedy center, american humor

Posted at 06:16 PM ET, 09/13/2011

Oscar de la Renta showcases marabou, lace and volume

By Marie Elizabeth Oliver

The designer’s live stream runway show had the Internet oohing and aahing.

By Marie Elizabeth Oliver | 06:16 PM ET, 09/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:47 PM ET, 09/13/2011

Fashion Roundup at Opera Season Opener

By Stephanie Green

By Stephanie Green | 02:47 PM ET, 09/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:42 AM ET, 09/13/2011

Chris Benz, Zero + Maria Cornejo debut Spring 2012 collections

By Holly E. Thomas

The two designers showed off mod looks with feminine accents

By Holly E. Thomas | 11:42 AM ET, 09/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Fashion

Posted at 10:52 AM ET, 09/13/2011

New York Fashion Week menswear: The new prep

By Katherine Boyle

Sophisticated, slim shapes were seen at Tommy Hilfiger, Billy Reid and Simon Spurr.

By Katherine Boyle | 10:52 AM ET, 09/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:07 PM ET, 09/12/2011

Michelle Obama hosts National Design Awards

By Jura Koncius

Michelle Obama will honor innovations in fashion, architecture at a White House luncheon.

By Jura Koncius | 07:07 PM ET, 09/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:09 PM ET, 09/12/2011

Kevin Hart’s ‘Laugh at My Pain’ has $2 million opening weekend

By Akeya Dickson

Kevin Hart’s first theatrical release for his standup opened in Washington and 98 other cities, and will expand to 58 more cities next weekend.

By Akeya Dickson | 03:09 PM ET, 09/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Films, Movies

Posted at 10:18 AM ET, 09/12/2011

Titans of fashion reflect on Sept. 11 anniversary

By Katherine Boyle

Valentino Garavani and Oscar de La Renta give support to Diane von Furstenberg, who showed her collection and patriotism Sunday.

By Katherine Boyle | 10:18 AM ET, 09/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:19 PM ET, 09/09/2011

Fashion Week news: Live updates from the runways

By Cara Kelly

Follow the Post’s Fashion Team as they track down the latest trends on the New York runways.

By Cara Kelly | 07:19 PM ET, 09/09/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Fashion

Posted at 10:43 AM ET, 09/09/2011

Four decades of excitement and education set the stage for the 2011 Wolf Trap Ball

By Erin Williams

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Artswill celebrate 40 years of entertainment and culture at the 2011 Wolf Trap Ball benefit on Sept. 17.

By Erin Williams | 10:43 AM ET, 09/09/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:00 PM ET, 09/08/2011

National Gallery to display celebrated 18th Century Japanese scrolls

By Jacqueline Trescott

The National Gallery of Art announced Thursday night that it will have a temporary display of 30 scrolls of famed Japanese artist Ito Jakuchu. The collection, called “Colorful Realm of Living Beings,” is considered a national treasure in Japan and has never been seen in the U.S. in its entirety. The exhibition opens March 20.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 08:00 PM ET, 09/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:01 PM ET, 09/08/2011

Fashion’s Night Out: Live updates from Georgetown

By Cara Kelly

Post reporters will be making live updates on all the steals, deals and fashion events along M Street this evening.

By Cara Kelly | 06:01 PM ET, 09/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Fashion | Tags: fashion

Posted at 10:17 AM ET, 09/08/2011

John Galliano convicted; Kennedy Center Honors winners announced

By Katherine Boyle

Arts Post notes on the news of the day.

By Katherine Boyle | 10:17 AM ET, 09/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 09/08/2011

Strathmore adds Kevin Costner, Dionne Warwick and Billy Collins

By Jacqueline Trescott

By Jacqueline Trescott | 10:00 AM ET, 09/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:10 AM ET, 09/08/2011

Focus on Twyla Tharp highlights Washington Ballet’s 2011-2012 season

By Sarah Kaufman

With former American Ballet Theatre soloist and Twyla Tharp expert Elaine Kudo as its new ballet master, the Washington Ballet ’s all-Tharp series ought to be especially polished.

By Sarah Kaufman | 09:10 AM ET, 09/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:38 PM ET, 09/07/2011

Kennedy Center to livestream its Thursday 9/11 Concert

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Kennedy Center announced Wednesday it would livestream via Facebook and its own streaming network the Thursday night concert marking the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 04:38 PM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 09/07/2011

Kennedy Center Honors 2011: Barbara Cook

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Kennedy Center announced Wednesday that Barbara Cook, the great Broadway and cabaret singer, has been selected as a 2011 Honoree. The other Honorees are Meryl Streep, Sonny Rollins, Neil Diamond and Yo-Yo Ma.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 02:00 PM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 09/07/2011

Kennedy Center Honoree 2011: Neil Diamond

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Kennedy Center announced Wednesday that Neil Diamond, the enduring pop singer, was selected as a Kennedy Center Honoree in 2011. The other Honorees are Meryl Streep, Sonny Rollins, Barbara Cook and Yo-Yo Ma.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 01:30 PM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 09/07/2011

Kennedy Center Honors 2011: Sonny Rollins

By Jacqueline Trescott

Sonny Rollins, the jazz innovator and saxophone colossus, was selected by the Kennedy Center as one of its 2011 Honorees. Also named were Meryl Streep, Barbara Cook, Yo-Yo Ma and Neil Diamond

By Jacqueline Trescott | 01:00 PM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:30 PM ET, 09/07/2011

Kennedy Center Honors 2011: Yo-Yo Ma

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Kennedy Center announced Wednesday that the phenomenal cellist Yo-Yo Ma is one of the 2011 Honorees. The others are Meryl Streep, Sonny Rollins, Barbara Cook and Neil Diamond.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 12:30 PM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 09/07/2011

Kennedy Center Honors 2011: Meryl Streep

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Kennedy Center announced Wednesday that award-winning actress Meryl Streep was one of the 2011 Honorees. The others are Sonny Rollins, Neil Diamond, Barbara Cook and Yo-Yo Ma.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 12:25 PM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:56 AM ET, 09/07/2011

Barbara Cook, Kennedy Center honoree at last

By Peter Marks

The singer-actress has been crooning professionally since the presidency of Harry Truman.

By Peter Marks | 11:56 AM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:04 AM ET, 09/07/2011

Meryl Streep, Yo-Yo Ma, Neil Diamond among 2011 Kennedy Center Honorees

By Jacqueline Trescott

Meryl Streep, Sonny Rollins, Neil Diamond, Barbara Cook and Yo-Yo Ma are the 2011 Honorees.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 11:04 AM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:55 AM ET, 09/07/2011

Eddie Murphy to Host the Oscars; James Levine Withdraws from Met Season

By Katherine Boyle

Arts Post notes on the news of the day.

By Katherine Boyle | 08:55 AM ET, 09/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:00 PM ET, 09/06/2011

Ford’s Theatre releases details for its Lincoln Legacy discussions

By Jacqueline Trescott

Ford’s Theater plans a series of free Monday night discussions, beginning October 3, in conjunction with its staging of “Parade.” The musical,which opens September 23, is about the 1913 trial and lynching of Leo Frank and the panels will focus on the issues of racial and religious tolerance in America.

By Jacqueline Trescott | 07:00 PM ET, 09/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:35 PM ET, 09/02/2011

Arts Briefs: Imagination Stage teen open house; Storytelling prize

By Erin Williams

Family-friendly arts activities for the week.

By Erin Williams | 04:35 PM ET, 09/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:23 PM ET, 09/01/2011

Smithsonian receives objects from the TSA for its Sept. 11 exhibit

By Jacqueline Trescott

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History received more than two dozen items from the Transportation Security Administration at a ceremony Thursday morning. The TSA objects, which include a walk-through metal detector, will be displayed with the museum’s temporary exhibition “September 11: Remembrance and Reflection.”

By Jacqueline Trescott | 01:23 PM ET, 09/01/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 08/31/2011

Andy Warhol takes on D.C. with “Warhol on The Mall”

By Erin Williams

This fall, Washington is going pop in celebration of the life and works of pop culture artist Andy Warhol with“Warhol on the Mall,” bringing together the exhibits “Warhol: Headlines” at the National Gallery of Art, and “Andy Warhol: Shadows” at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, for a season to learn more about the color and sensationalism that revolved in Warhol’s world.

By Erin Williams | 01:02 PM ET, 08/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

The Style Blog: October, 2011