John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Kennedy Center

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Jan 23, 2025
The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, is an incredible venue for a night of culture and history. We attended the National Symphony Orchestra, and the experience was unforgettable. The acoustics were … Full review by Drccruns
Oct 27, 2024
The Kennedy Center gets tackier every year. First they stopped producing Program Booklets for the NSO. They said they were doing this for environmental reasons. But at the same time they started schi… Full review by Rob K
Oct 3, 2024
Fantastic building with unique performances. Do miss the exhibit on the top floor that summarize the history of the Kennedy Center. Excellent food on the top floor at the JF restaurant. Convenient pa… Full review by 2013TheSwede
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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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Overlooking the Potomac River, the gem of the Washington, D.C., performing arts scene is home to the National Symphony Orchestra an…
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The Kennedy Center is a must-see for any visitor. The center consists of Concert Hall, Eisenhower Theater, Family Theater, KC Jaz…
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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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I saw Hamilton from a box and I was excited because it was the last seat available. It wasn't worth it; the left side of the stage was obstructed. I felt fancy, though, lol.
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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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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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Sat in a box seat. This may not be germane with the Kennedy Center, when I had front row seats at the Philadelphia Orchestra you were actually too close, being able to only see the …
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Sat in a box seat. This may not be germane with the Kennedy Center, when I had front row seats at the Philadelphia Orchestra you were actually too close, being able to only see the front sections of the orchestra. The plus was you were able to chat with the musicians before the performance.
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