Christmas Comes Early if You
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Donors of $100 or more receive early ticket priority to the 2010
Christmas Revels and a discount on ticket fees. It is easy and convenient to Donate Online or call 301-587-3835.
As the days turn from scorching to crisp, our patterns change, too. The slower pace of summer quickens to the rhythms of schooltime and a new focus emerges. Revels is picking up the pace, too. We have many events in September sure to bring renewed energy to your end-of-summer and early-autumn days! Details are below.
While we welcome fall, Washington Revels is also welcoming new staff! Amber Ileene Curry joined us in July as Programs Manager, coordinating all our various performance activities. In late August, Jim Alexander arrived as our new Production Manager, and jumped right into preparations for Christmas Revels. And with the start of September came Nina Bronk Kellner, who enhances our expertise as Marketing and Development Manager. They join Roberta, Betsy, Greg, Karen, and Kate in working with all our wonderful artists and volunteers. Please take a moment to introduce yourself when you meet them!
As we approach the Autumnal Equinox, we hope that you find balance between effort and ease -- and that playing with Revels will part of your days!
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Fall Workshops: Play Through the Ages...
Don't Delay... Registration Now Open! | Washington Revels teaching artists guide youth to discover the
joys of seasonal celebrations, cultural heritage, and collaborative
endeavors.
Choose from our aftern-school programs for grades K-6, September 20-November 19. Our new adult-child playshop gives 4-6-year-olds special time with a favorite grown-up on Saturdays in October.
>> Read our educational philosophy
>> View Fall workshop descriptions and register
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Musical Americana, September 4
at Corcoran Gallery of Art
|  To complement the Corcoran Gallery's rich collection of American art,
Washington Revels will present selections from the American
songbook -- spiritual songs, shouts, shape note tunes, Shaker melodies, and
more. This program is a part of Free Summer Saturdays at the Corcoran -- performances take place at 11:00am and 12:30pm. >> Learn more about this event
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Kensington Labor Day Parade, September 6
March and Sing with Washington Revels
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 Our hardy band of Revelers -- adults, teens, and children --
will dress in white bedecked with multi-colored sashes, arm ribbons and
flower garlands (supplied by Revels). We will be accompanied by the
Hobby Horse, Snap the Dragon, bright banners and ribbon sticks, and
more! Come march (and sing, for those who wish)!
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Teen & Children's Auditions, September 10-12
for the 2010 Christmas Revels
|  Washington Revels is seeking strong performers in grades 3-5 and 9-12 for our teen and children's choruses for the 2010 Christmas Revels.
The Washington Revels
community reflects our larger community; we therefore seek to create a diverse
cast consisting of strong performers of all backgrounds and ancestries. >> Learn more and schedule an audition
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Volunteer Fair, September 15
for the 2010 Christmas Revels
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 Volunteers are a vital part of the Washington Revels community!
A great way to get started is to come and meet with the
cast to hear about this year's Christmas Revels production from our
directors and designers, and learn more about opportunities to volunteer
in the Fall or during our performances at Lisner Auditorium in
December.
>> Learn more
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Washington Revels Freedom Singers
Upcoming Events, September 11 and 25
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 This September marks the debut of the Washington Revels Freedom Singers, a new initiative committed to the
preservation of African-American history and traditions through music,
drama, and dance.
On September 11, the Washington Revels Freedom Singers and the Sandy Spring Civic Association celebrate "Sandy Spring Then and Now." Enjoy an old-fashioned afternoon picnic. >> Learn more
On September 25, the group will perform as part of the 20th annual "Poolesville Day" event. >> Learn more
As part of these September events, there will be guest appearances
by historic characters Enoch George Howard and Harriet Anne Howard, as portrayed by Harold and Andrea Blackford. |
Harvest Dance and Dinner, September 25
Kick Up Your Heels at Glen Echo Park
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season and the joys of community at our 5th annual dance! Anticipating this year's English country Christmas Revels, we begin with a rustic buffet dinner
followed by 19th- and 20th-century
English village dances with nationally renowned caller Brad Foster and The Serpentine Band!
No partner or prior experience is necessary -- learning new
dances is part of the fun. You're welcome to invite friends or bring the entire
family -- kids can join the dance, with special activities for the younger set. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
>> Learn more and purchase tickets online
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More Great Events in 2010
Tickets go on Sale
for Christmas Revels
October 4
Fall Pub Sing
November 7
The Christmas Revels
In Celebration of the Winter Solstice
Dec. 4-5 & 10-12
New events added regularly! For more details on these and other events throughout the year
>> Visit revelsdc.org
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