Washington, DC is an incredibly unique and flourishing place with so much to offer – from history to the local sports to the growing business sector to the entertainment nightlife and so much more. The DC Black Theatre & Arts Festival returns for the 10th year,  providing attendees with a one-of-a-kind experience filled with local cuisine, incredible art, festival workshops and live performances by some of the world’s best emerging artists.

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for a truly unique 15-day cultural experience that combines not just national headlining Music Performers, but celebrates our talented homegrown Musicians, Artists and Poets as well. Come join these extraordinary ARTISTS as they share in the DC Black Theatre & Arts Festival's newest venture - The Lyricist List.

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We are curious creatures, constantly seeking better ways to connect with people; constantly seeking better ways to add value to their lives and give back. We think about how people devour music, information, and new ideas and then go out into the world and plant the seeds of change. We are fans. Pure and simple. We are deeply enriched by the transformative effects of music and community. We are a community who, through music, seeks a deeper, richer, more inspired experience.

 

We are far more than a festival

We Are A MOVEMENT!

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Authentic -|- Soulful -|- Orchestral

 

Praised for its “authentic, soulful, and orchestral sound”,  The String Queens (TSQ) is a dynamic trio that creates stimulating musical experiences that inspire diverse audiences to love, hope, feel, and imagine!

 

With an array of repertoire spanning from the Baroque era to the Jazz Age to today’s Billboard Hot 100 Chart, TSQ performs versatile programs that transport audiences through time and a multitude of musical genres.

 

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Empress J.

featuring DJ Petal

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Empress J. is a Bajan-American Soca artist who lately has been blazing stages in the Soca arena.   She has been on the American music scene for years doing various genres of music including Gospel, Hip Hop and yes even Rock!  But at her core she is Soca! Her raspy, but sensual register, and unique blending of Caribbean and American vibes, makes Empress J’s gritty and unapologetically raw lyrics something to remember!

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Epiph Ani

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Epiph Ani is also a multifaceted artist & native of Washington, DC. She began her artistic career at the age of 12. She studied vocal music at Duke Ellington School of the Arts. Soon after, she discovered a passion for songwriting, production & audio engineering and began studying Jazz  & Theater at The University of the District of Columbia.

 

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Formed on the campus of Howard University over fifty years ago, in the midst of the civil rights movement, by a resilient group of students who believed that gospel music belonged on the campus of Howard University. The Howard Gospel Choir of Howard University (HGC) is a body of students, alumni and members of the community from all over the world that are dedicated to using their gifts to spread the good news of Jesus Christ.

 

The choir is currently under the musical direction of Reginald Golden, a Howard University graduate from University Heights, OH.

 

Darrell Brown, also an alumnus of Howard University is the assistant musical director.

 

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