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Family Event Review: Disney on Ice presents Frozen at the Capital One Arena

Frozen Melts Hearts

February 18, 2018 Beth Korman Arts & Entertainment, Family Events

The special pre-Frozen event on Valentine’s Day was beautifully decorative and creative. The tables were decorated with blue, pink and white balloons and snowflakes. Each place setting had a special Olaf hat to assemble and wear. These were also available at the performance with the purchase of a cotton candy. Everyone at the Opening Night VIP Party, both young and old was given crayons and a coloring book, as well as a Program.

Who's Ready for 6th AwesomeCon?

Awesome Con returns to Washington, D.C. on Easter Weekend (March 30-April 1)

February 2, 2018 TRR News Arts & Entertainment, Convention News

The sixth annual Awesome Con by LeftField Media, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier pop culture convention, will unite 80,000 fans of comics, technology and science, television and film, custom art, over-the-top cosplay, and more at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from Friday, March 30 through Sunday, April 1, 2018. The convention floor and panel rooms will buzz with hundreds of hours’ worth of programs including: celebrities and experts hosting panels and exclusive reveals; cosplay fashion shows; gaming tournaments; iconic film memorabilia exhibits; and a diverse array of activities for families on Easter weekend.

Cho's Fresh Off the Bloat Tour will hit the DC Improv - May 18-19th

Margaret Cho Extends “Fresh Off The Bloat” Tour

February 2, 2018 TRR News Arts & Entertainment, Comedy Shows

Five time Grammy & Emmy nominated comedian Margaret Cho has announced brand new spring dates to her wildly popular “Fresh Off The Bloat” tour which launched last fall. Margaret was named one of Rolling Stone magazine’s 50 Best Stand-Up Comics of All Time and has received rave reviews for the initial shows with the Chicago Tribune saying “Be it on-screen (“30 Rock,” “Drop Dead Diva”) or on stage, Margaret Cho has been one of the most exciting, unpredictable stand-up comics working for some time, and that hasn’t changed in 2017. If anything, the Asian-American female comedian’s voice has become more valuable than ever, given today’s social climate, and Cho’s material remains just as compelling, thanks in part to—and sometimes in spite of—her unapologetic delivery.”

Exclusive interview with Disney On Ice presents Frozen skater Matthew King

Disney on Ice: A Sit Down with Matthew King

February 1, 2018 Lauren Beverly Arts & Entertainment, Family Events, Interviews

If you’ve seen Disney’s “Frozen,” you probably know each song by heart, or you have a favorite character you love seeing in the movie. Ontario native Matthew King is a fan of the movie and portrays Kristoff in Disney On Ice’s production of “Frozen.” I recently spoke with Matthew and we talked about his role as Kristoff, and what he looks forward to most about the upcoming performance.

Program to be Broadcast on Vme TV and will Feature a Performance by Singer Catie Waters

HHF and Sponsors to Honor Disney/Pixar’s Coco Star

January 31, 2018 TRR News Arts & Entertainment

The Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF), their sponsors, Members of Congress, community and business leaders, and national Latino leaders will honor Disney/Pixar’s “Coco” star Anthony Gonzalez for serving as a source of inspiration for youth, seven high school seniors from across the United States – including from DC – and a parent at the 19th Annual National Youth Awards. Singer/Actress Catie Waters will perform a special version of God Bless America at the ceremony on Capitol Hill, which is being filmed for broadcast on Vme TV. Details are:

Family Event Revue: Monster Jam

Monster Jam Roars Into Capital One Arena

January 28, 2018 Derrick Dunn Arts & Entertainment, Family Events

Monster Jam roared into Capital One Arena on Saturday, January 27th. Arriving at the venue with my son, we were both in awe of the of the arena’s set up. As we made our way to our seats, one of the usher’s asked had we ever been a Monster Jam show, before to which we both replied no, and the usher informed us we in for an exciting night.

Exclusive interview with Monster Truck driver & DC Native Cory Snyder

Monster Jam 2017: A Sit Down with Cory Snyder

January 27, 2018 Lauren Beverly Arts & Entertainment, Family Events, Interviews

Monster Jam is best described by their website as “the most live action packed event on four wheels.” Fans of the show would be inclined to agree, and many of the drivers in the show would as well. I spoke with Cory Snyder, one of the stars of the show and a D.C. native. We talked a little about his personal history with Monster Jam and what it means to him. I have to say, I was quite surprised.

Explore the Wonder of STEM with 3,000 Activities, Shows and Celebs

USA Science & Engineering Festival Back in DC with An All Star Line Up

January 26, 2018 TRR News Arts & Entertainment, Family Events

Find out where STEM Can Take You at the 5th USA Science & Engineering Festival Expo, presented by Lockheed Martin. Explore over 3,000 hands-on activities showcasing how STEM Can Take You into the deep blue, into cyberspace, into the human body, into nature, into outer space and beyond! Designed to inspire the next generation of inventors, creators and innovators, the Festival is a free, family-friendly expo that allows kids and adults to participate in thousands of exhibits, experiments, and live performances by science celebrities, explorers, astronauts, physicists, inventors, and experts in fields like oceanography, climatology, robotics, medical research, neuroscience, space exploration, artificial intelligence, and more. The Festival will kick off on April 5 with the X-STEM Extreme STEM Symposium—presented by PwC and NCR—a “TED-style” event, geared towards middle and high school students, featuring interactive presentations and workshops by STEM visionaries.

1968 Olympics Protesters, Reporters Who Uncovered Workplace Harassment to Receive Newseum Free Expression Awards

2018 Free Expression Awards Recipients Announced

January 23, 2018 TRR News Arts & Entertainment, Museums

Today, the Newseum announced the recipients of the 2018 Free Expression Awards. Now in its third year, the Free Expression Awards recognize those who exhibit passion for and dedication to free expression. Honorees have taken personal or professional risks in sharing critical information with the public, have been censored or punished by authorities or other groups for their work, or have pushed boundaries in artistic and media expression.

Women Artists Deconstruct Domesticity in Women House exhibition at the NMWA On view March 9‒May 28, 2018

Women’s Museum presents provocative new exhibition Women House

January 17, 2018 TRR News Arts & Entertainment, Museums

Women House, a provocative new exhibition at the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA), challenges traditional ideas about gender and domesticity. On view March 9–May 28, 2018, the exhibition presents work by 36 global artists, including Louise Bourgeois, Judy Chicago, Mona Hatoum, Zanele Muholi, Leticia Parente, Martha Rosler, Miriam Schapiro, Cindy Sherman, Laurie Simmons, Rachel Whiteread and Francesca Woodman. NMWA is the only U.S. venue for the exhibition, which is organized by La Monnaie de Paris.

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