The Kennedy Center is a vibrant campus of theaters and other artistic spaces that is also a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy and a must-see tourist stop in Washington, DC. Order tickets, watch video of amazing performances, explore our education programs and find out how you can support us by visiting our website.

Welcome to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a vibrant cultural hub that connects thousands of artists with millions of people each year — in person, online, and in their home communities.

We are the nation's cultural center and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Explore our expanded campus, including the REACH, a modern new performing arts space. Enjoy FREE performances and many sights and activities that don't require a ticket.

Mar 9, 2016 · Explore our calendar of shows and performances at the Kennedy Center. We present over 2500 events each year in every genre. The National Symphony Orchestra and Washington National Opera call us home, and we have world-class performing arts events in theater, dance and music.

Explore the calendar of performing arts events at the Kennedy Center. Filter by genre, discount offers, and accessible performances or just browse chronologically.

Caroline Kennedy Victoria Reggie Kennedy Nancy G. Kinder Herbert V. Kohler, Jr. † C. Michael Kojaian Kathi Koll Chris Korge Karen Tucker LeFrak Robert Lenhard Carl H. Lindner, III Michael Lombardo Andrés W. López Bryan Lourd Amalia Perea Mahoney Marlene A. Malek Barbara Goodman Manilow Donna G. Marriott Alyssa Mastromonaco David Mathews ...

In signing this act, President Eisenhower confirmed the inherent value of the arts to all Americans, and created what would ultimately become the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts—a true ‘artistic mecca,’ and one of the world’s most respected organizations.

6 days ago · (WASHINGTON)—The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announces the complete cast and creative team for the eagerly anticipated world premiere Broadway Center Stage production of Schmigadoon! based on the Emmy ® Award–winning Apple Original series from Broadway Video, executive produced by Saturday Night Live creator, executive ...

Jan 19, 2025 · The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Georgetown University celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a free, ticketed musical tribute, the Let Freedom Ring Celebration.

This tour ends at the new performance exhibition Arts and Ideals: President John F. Kennedy, which explores how the arts infused and informed the Kennedy presidency through video, photos, artifacts, and the latest in digital technology.