john f. kennedy center for the performing arts

Kennedy Center

www.kennedy-center.org
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Mar 6, 2025
Been there recently, can't say I'll go back. Customer service is bad. See s like the leadership is lack luster. Perhaps needs new managers. Review written Feb 2025Full review by Divebabydive
Mar 1, 2025
We went to hear Julia Wolff’s “Her Story,” played by the National Symphony Orchestra under Marin Alsop’s baton…Alsop’s arrival has GREATLY improved the Orchestra. And Wolfe’s choral piece was magnifi…Full review by jaseaton
Feb 25, 2025
Horrible board management. Stay away, programming is terrible. Former programming and management was way better with true artistic integrity.Full review by bhaul
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Over the years, crowds have been mesmerized by fine performances at the grand Opera House, located inside the John F. Kennedy C…
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The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts stands as the United States' premier national cultural hub, situated along the easte…
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Facts

Located:Washington, D.C., United States
Owner:United States government
Opened:September 8, 1971
Architect:Edward Durell Stone
Type:Performing arts center

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Has anyone sat in the box seats in the Eisenhower Theatre? Was wondering if it was worth the extra money of if the …
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Has anyone sat in the box seats in the Eisenhower Theatre? Was wondering if it was worth the extra money of if the view wasn’t worth it.
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Haven’t tried the boxes, but it’s hard to imagine it would be worth a lot more: relatively small space with all good seats.
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I see a lot of guides to watch fireworks from the terrace. Can anyone watch 4th of July fireworks for the terrace, or is it a …
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I see a lot of guides to watch fireworks from the terrace. Can anyone watch 4th of July fireworks for the terrace, or is it a private party?
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I suggest calling Kennedy center to inquire.
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For anyone who has sat in the very front row - Row A in the orchestra - how high is the stage? I get tired of sitting back …
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For anyone who has sat in the very front row - Row A in the orchestra - how high is the stage? I get tired of sitting back further and seeing heads in front of me rather than the stage. Thanks!!!
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I never sit that close the music goes over my head. I try to sit about half way back in the orchestra or in the first tier
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Why do you need my support? Isn't the Kennedy Center federally funded?
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As President Kennedy’s memorial, the Center does receive federal appropriations. However, those appropriations can be used only for the operation and maintenance of the …
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As President Kennedy’s memorial, the Center does receive federal appropriations. However, those appropriations can be used only for the operation and maintenance of the building. That...
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