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BMDT’s ‘Angels Sin Too’ Paints a Nuanced Portrait of Humanity Through Dance

By Jasmine Criqui, Senior Guide Editor February 28, 2024

Georgetown University’s Black Movements Dance Theatre (BMDT), an academic dance group, held its annual spring concert in the Davis Performing Arts Center’s Gonda Theatre on Feb. 23 and 24. The performance,...

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Georgetown Chimes Dedicate 50th Cherry Tree Massacre to Lost Chimes Members

By Kate Hwang, Graduate Desk Editor February 9, 2024

A cappella groups from Georgetown University and other nearby colleges performed in the 50th annual Cherry Tree Massacre a cappella show Feb. 2 in Gaston Hall, during Senior Parents and Family Weekend. The...

Rangila Breaks Records, Dazzles Sold-Out Crowds

Rangila Breaks Records, Dazzles Sold-Out Crowds

By Madison Fox-Moore December 1, 2023

On Nov. 17 and 18, Rangila, Georgetown University’s annual Premier South Asian Philanthropic Performing Arts showcase, brought its 29th year of performance to Gaston Hall.  The showcase involved...

DC’s 2023 World Culture Festival Presents a Diverse Array of Cultural Performances

DC’s 2023 World Culture Festival Presents a Diverse Array of Cultural Performances

By Olivia Noreke October 6, 2023

Students, tourists and residents alike were given the chance to travel the world this weekend without ever having to leave Washington, D.C. Over 17,000 people performed at the National Mall during the...

Georgetown Celebrates Disability Through Performance

Georgetown Celebrates Disability Through Performance

By Sophia Lu March 27, 2023

Georgetown’s Disability Cultural Initiative on March 15 hosted “ACDC: Art Celebrating Disability Culture” (ACDC), a performance showcase that celebrated disability through students’ song and dance. Amy...

Serena Isioma Shuts Down the Songbyrd With Lyricality, Messages About Self-Love

Serena Isioma Shuts Down the Songbyrd With Lyricality, Messages About Self-Love

By Haley Resnick September 22, 2021

★★★★☆ A coffee shop by day and a concert hall by night, Songbyrd Music House was overflowing with energy to see up-and-coming indie artist Serena Isioma this past Saturday, Sept. 18. Fans...

GEORGETOWN RANGILA FACEBOOK | The Hilltop flourishes with student performers, including a cappella groups like GraceNotes. Hanna Chan (COL 19), center, shares her passion for singing and reflects on the challenges she faced as a musician.

Seniors Shine on Campus, Release Original Music

By Suna Cha May 15, 2019

Whether in large showcases at Gaston Hall or intimate open-mic nights at Uncommon Grounds, sounds of music reverberate across Georgetown University. Guitars strum harmoniously while voices echo with soul....

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Georgetown University and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts are collaborating on a three-part series for students to attend free performances.

Students Can Attend Free Kennedy Center Performances With New Series

By Sana Rahman October 24, 2018

The Georgetown-Kennedy Center Seminar Series, launching in November, will enable Georgetown students to attend three performances at the center free of charge and engage in post-performance discussions...

Native American Tradition Meets Modern Aesthetics in Jeffrey Gibson’s ‘DON’T MAKE ME OVER

Native American Tradition Meets Modern Aesthetics in Jeffrey Gibson’s ‘DON’T MAKE ME OVER’

By Suna Cha October 1, 2018

‘As cold rain drowned the streets outside with somber, gray tones, Jeffrey Gibson’s “DON’T MAKE ME OVER” infused Georgetown University’s newly built exhibition space with vibrant colors and...

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Black Movements Dance Company Presents ‘Exodus’

By Timothy McNulty February 8, 2018

Almost exactly 400 years ago, in 1619, the first enslaved African people arrived in the Chesapeake colonies of the North American coast. Seventy years ago, hundreds of thousands of black families...

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‘Antony and Cleopatra’ at Folger Theatre

By Maddy Forbess October 22, 2017

The Folger Shakespeare Library is the perfect place to learn about William Shakespeare or see a traditional Shakespearean play. Its extensive collection of works and rotating exhibits immerses guests...

Celebrating the Kennedy Center’s Centennial

By Alexandra Brunjes June 6, 2017

As part of a yearlong celebration commemorating former President John F. Kennedy’s 100th birthday, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts hosted a cross-cultural open house on Saturday, May 27. The...

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