John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Category: Performing arts theater in Washington, District of Columbia

Address: 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566, USA

Phone: +12024674600

Reviews

Ricardo Gibbs

Sep 29, 2022

Excellent place to see live performances.

Dyann Egleston

Sep 28, 2022

What a lovely way to see the river and take in a show! You can see the naval memorial and so much more!

Rob Beers

Sep 28, 2022

Grand hall and exhibits.

Cameryn Shrader

Sep 27, 2022

✨AMAZING ✨ I'M LITERALLY STARSTRUCK 🤩 THANK YOU GUYS SM FOR SUCH A GREAT NIGHT!!!

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Questions & Answers

When will tickets for "Hamilton" be available for the public?

Gerry Jangha | Sep 30, 2018
Hector Mercado | Sep 30, 2018

Check out the website

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What are the dining options for matinee, Jan 27?

Herb Lieberman | Sep 30, 2018
Susan Douglas | Sep 30, 2018

As far as I know, besides concessions offered at several stations in the lobbies near various theatres, there is the KC Cafe on the terrace level. The more formal dining is in the Terrace Restaurant, which opens at 5pm.

How much are the tickets for ain't to proud. Can you tell me where to look for that info?

A Google User | Sep 30, 2018
Capy's Mom | Sep 30, 2018

Check the Kennedy center website.

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Can you buy gift certificates that have no expiration date?

Nancy Bogan | Sep 30, 2018
Raul Perez Jr | Sep 30, 2018

You need to call them.

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Where do I park?

Larry Warren | Sep 30, 2018
Betty Speer | Sep 30, 2018

Parking lot by Watergate, a short walk. They charge

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Could you be more single friendly? I literally went to purchase tickets several times when I could not buy just one. I could only buy a pair not an individual ticket online because the drop down menu did not allow me to choose one only.

S M | Jul 31, 2022
Dib Dias | Jul 31, 2022

Look, I don't know what the problem was, but you can definitely buy just one ticket. If you are using a cell phone the problem can be the cell phone itself. In a desktop this kind of issue never happens, you can buy any odd numbers of tickets.

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How do I get a refund for cancelled Mariinsky Ballet April 28, 2022 tickets?

A Google User | Mar 3, 2022
Dib Dias | Mar 3, 2022

You should go to the box office and talk with them. They will give you three options: refund, new date or if you want to donate.

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What are you doing friday august 16

Martha | Sep 30, 2019
Orlando Xavier Hixon | Sep 30, 2019

I'm out of the country.

Is it open today

Daryl Herbert | Sep 30, 2019
Robin Y McMillan | Sep 30, 2019

Yes. They have scheduled events today. You will have to purchase tickets. Goggle there website and calendar.

Is free or I have to buy some tickets? Or I have to buy tickets by internet?

BRENDA SANCHEZ FERNANDEZ | Sep 30, 2018
Yuru Qin | Sep 30, 2018

Shows on millennium stage are free , but all other shows on other stages need tickets.

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can i bring my own water bottle in?

Dave Gross | Sep 30, 2018
Colleen Jeno | Sep 30, 2018

You can bring a factory sealed water bottle up to 20oz into the theaters. If you want to bring something else to drink into the theater you must have one of their "adult sippy cups", commemorative cup with a lid. Ask one of the docents if you're not sure.

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What is the Kennedy's Center weather cancellation policy?

Chester McCoy | Sep 30, 2018
ski steeps | Sep 30, 2018

I called about an hour ago and they said none of the shows have been cancelled

Are there still free concerts at the Kennedy Center?

Kopp Assoc | Sep 30, 2018
Joy Custis | Sep 30, 2019

Do you still need tickets for free Millenum concerts and if so where do you procure them?

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I have tickets to Hamilton on Sept 22. Can I see a seating chart to show area O seat 13 and 15?

Carol Schleicher | Sep 15, 2022
Sarah Hughey | Sep 15, 2022

Check the website. You can look at other performances and see where the seats are located. They're a little to the side but in a great place!

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Do they still offer free tours? If so, where would I get a ticket?

Victoria O'Tool | Jul 31, 2022
Alex Ritz | Jul 31, 2022

I don’t know where to get a ticket, because I’m not the actual one who purchased my concert ticket, but you might find the answer on their website.

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Will subtitles stream across the screen or nearby during Hamilton? You don't want to miss any of those lyrics!

AnneMarie Walker | Jun 1, 2022
Coady Lapierre | Jun 1, 2022

They have subtitles for Carmen

Is this fan all full staged?

lin zhong | Apr 2, 2022
Dib Dias | Apr 2, 2022

Yep

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why can't i get on kennedy center website for tickets. it is totally taken up with hamilton. i cannot get past this to get tickets for other shows

A Google User | Apr 2, 2022
Greg Zillgitt | Apr 2, 2022

Weird. They say you may get through because of some Hamilton event. Why that should matter is beyond me. Sound like technological ineptitude. Check their Twitter feed for status.

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Are there any restrictions for entrance into the Kennedy Center in reference to vaccination status? Or Mask wearing status?

Mom Guth82 | Mar 3, 2022
preservefootprints | Mar 3, 2022

Mask required all the times and proof of vaccinations needed, according to the website.

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Is there an Internet Connection with printed Kennedy Center information for the year 2022?

Patricia Clauser | Mar 3, 2022
A F | Mar 3, 2022

I would check their website. I got a mailer and that was more detailed, you might see if you can request one.

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Is it possible to get a program with the events for the year?

Patricia Clauser | Mar 3, 2022
Musavvir Mahmud | Mar 3, 2022

You should check their website. The events are listed there.

Are there memberships at the Kennedy Center??

Patricia Clauser | Mar 3, 2022
Jamal Harris | Mar 3, 2022

Yes. All online.

What is the inclement weather policy?

Dana Brooks | Feb 1, 2022
Y T | Mar 3, 2022

Hardly cancel

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Is there nearby parking for ticket holders to the shows?

Adelaide Dworzak | Jan 2, 2022
Y T | Mar 3, 2022

Yes you can reserve your seat on their website to get cheaper price

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are there hotels near the kennedy center

Peter Kreegan | Jan 2, 2022
Samuel Martin | Jan 2, 2022

Yes, Watergate Hotel across the street.

How long is the running time of Hadestown? Bev

Bev Rosen | Nov 3, 2021
Y T | Mar 3, 2022

Love this show I think it’s about 2 and a half hours

What is the hours

Thomas Nabi | Sep 29, 2020
Billy M | Sep 29, 2020

Tour hours: Monday to Friday: 10am - 5pm Saturday to Sunday: 10am - 1pm

How do I call to cancel a ticket?

이민정 | Sep 29, 2020
Carbon Copied | Sep 29, 2020

Refund Policy: All sales are final. For canceled events, the purchase price will be fully refunded. To get a refund, you must return the ticket as soon as possible, but within 10 business days after receiving the refund notice.

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Are reservations necessary at the KC Cafe?

Sandy Webster | Sep 29, 2020
Deb G | Sep 29, 2020

No

Is there a minimum age for My Fair Lady audeince

Barry McNabb | Sep 29, 2020
Diane Katlic | Sep 29, 2020

No

Is there a dress code?

Keith Farrar | Sep 29, 2020
Eve Charity | Sep 29, 2020

Not really, but it's always better to go in nicer/Sunday dress.

what are the dining options for evening shows

jackie campbell | Sep 29, 2020
Johnny B | Sep 29, 2020

Rooftop Terrace restaurant in the building, good food excellent views, menu online, make a reservation

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Can I bring my own plastic bottle in with water to see Aladdin

Sandra Godfrey | Sep 30, 2019
Dylan Blair | Sep 30, 2019

Yes

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Does the Kennedy Center have a Lost and Found ? If so what’s the number?

Dennis Weitzel | Sep 30, 2019
Chad | Sep 30, 2019

yes. check they're website for their contact number

How far is the kennedy center from Amtrak union station Washington dc

Deborah Woodley | Sep 30, 2019
Joey McCord | Sep 30, 2019

20 min Uber

55 years anniversary since the naming of the Kennedy Center. Any special surprizes this weekend? Any celebrations 4th of July? This year? This Indeoendence Day

Bob Bonnell | Sep 30, 2019
Tom De Seve | Sep 30, 2019

Hello Dolly is playing. Great show. We went last Sunday.

Are there electric vehicle charging stations in the parking garage?

Will Stewart | Sep 30, 2019
Wynette Pinkney-Rodney | Sep 30, 2019

Not that I know of.

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What shows are in the millennium theater on 9th and 10rh may

Mini Nair | Sep 30, 2019
Rozan Cater | Sep 30, 2019

Check the website

Do you need tickets for entry to the free Millennium concerts and if so where do you procure them?

Joy Custis | Sep 30, 2019
Gary Robertson | Sep 30, 2019

No tickets, just get yourself there (after a nice walk outside on the terrace) and enjoy the show. I've seen some wonderful performers there.

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I know of some pianists that have been or live in New York playing there many times, yet never in Washington DC. I don't understand why. Elizabeta Blumina, Nadejda Vlaeva, Silver-Garburg Duo...!! all superb. WHY?

Leslie Ackerman | Sep 30, 2019
Damon Thompson | Sep 30, 2019

I confess that I know very little about the booking end of the music business.

I need to know that how can i ride your shuttle to kennedy center from metro station , need waiting for how long time.

helen old | Sep 30, 2019
Lauren W | Sep 30, 2019

When performances are scheduled the shuttle runs consistently from the Foggy Bottom metro stop (blue/orange/silver line). Most other times it seems to run every 30 minutes from the same location.

If I cannot use a ticket can I donate it for resale? How?

George Wardle | Sep 30, 2019
C Hen | Sep 30, 2019

You can donate it back to the Kennedy Center. They usually send a donation receipt.

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Is parking available

henry Jefferson | Sep 30, 2019
Lisa Loring | Sep 30, 2019

Yes, there is a parking garage.

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What days have matinees?

Alice Love | Sep 30, 2018
Nina Krasnova | Sep 30, 2019

There are 6 Friday’s “coffee concerts” at 11:30am available this seasons with very good programs: in 2019 March 1; March 15; Apr. 26; June14. Brilliant idea !

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Can I prepaid for parking?

Vivan Williams | Sep 30, 2018
Matthew Garten | Sep 30, 2018

Yes. But the parking lot right across the street is always quicker and will save you a few dollars.

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What is the attire for a play

Barbara Manning | Sep 30, 2018
K.E. Alderman | Sep 30, 2018

After 5 attire is most appropriate. Not too dressy but definitely not casual. A dress and sandals is what most people wear

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Is there a dress code for Hamilton?

Pamela Kraemer | Sep 30, 2018
Laura Dunmyer | Sep 30, 2018

No dress code. You'll be comfortable in business casual attire.

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When is the color purple playing

V Finn | Sep 30, 2018
Monique Riddick | Sep 30, 2018

I believe it starts July 31st.

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Any free evening shows these days?

Michael Coles | Sep 30, 2018
Monica Galli | Sep 30, 2018

6pm each night there is a free show

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What is the dress code for Ain't too Proud to beg?

Jarrel Taylor | Sep 30, 2018
FAITH OVERFEAR | Sep 30, 2018

There isn't a dress code for Ain't Too Proud....contemporary casual is ok

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How much is the parking

Kamille Newett | Sep 30, 2018
Damita Zweiback | Sep 30, 2018

I think it depends on the e BBC rant. I paid $23.00 a week ago.

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What is the best place to sit for a hearing impaired person?

susan Havey | Sep 30, 2018
John Lodsin | Sep 30, 2018

Orchestra section in the middle.

How long is "Waitress"?

Jessica Morgan | Sep 30, 2018
John R Weinhold Jr | Sep 30, 2018

Run times are usually specified on the website. It was fairly spot on with the runtime of the RSC Hamlet.

What time does the Rooftop Terrace restaurant open?

Mariflo Stephens | Sep 30, 2018
Sheri Soliwoda | Sep 30, 2018

5pm

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Trying to get Hamilton tickets for my husband and I. But haven't been able to get to the ticket center for purchase. Please help me out.

Kim Cruz | Sep 30, 2018
Debora Crabbe | Sep 30, 2018

The tickets got released to the public today. You would have to go to the website and be in a virtual queue to be able to purchase. You could do that or call the Center, but do know that tickets are in high demand so you might not get them.

What are the dates Hamilton will be performed at the Kennedy Center?

Louise Colodzin | Sep 30, 2018
Mark Jewell-Roth | Sep 30, 2018

June 12 to September 16

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is the concert tonite for the Tabac quartet cancelled because of the weather

Fred Levison | Sep 30, 2018
Original Broccoli | Sep 30, 2018

No, all performances will go on as scheduled today

When are there free trials?

Osvaldo Agostini | Sep 30, 2018
Phil Talpers | Sep 30, 2018

Every day at 6. The millennial theatre at the Kennedy center. Its free.

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Is there seating for the Millennium theatre performances?

Cathy Mitchell | Sep 30, 2018
carol green | Sep 30, 2018

Yes there is seating, but it often fills up. My advice is to get there a little early. If you can't do that, waiting a little while will often get you a seat when someone leaves.

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cannot get on line right now to answer myself because you system is somewhat of a mess. I would like a seating chart for the Opera House, please

Michele Puryear | Sep 30, 2018
SHALIN GUPTA | Sep 30, 2018

You can use Facebook for live updates

What is seating capacity in Eisenhower Theater?

Michael Bratt | Sep 30, 2018
SHALIN GUPTA | Sep 30, 2018

It is developed in 17 acres

How much do the Hamilton tickets cost?

lilcakesbylily | Sep 30, 2018
Taher Mahami | Sep 30, 2018

Check the website

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What are they adding on to the Kennedy Center?

Julia G D Key | Sep 30, 2018
Maja Keech | Sep 30, 2018

They are adding outdoor pavilions and stages.

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Are there still free programs on fridays?

Bob Murphy | Sep 30, 2018
Enrique GG | Sep 30, 2018

Yes free daily tours there, they were excellent

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who was the founder

Morgan Stinemetz | Sep 30, 2018
Marion Williams | Sep 30, 2018

Congress founded it.

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Is there any show today at Kenedy center

Yohannes Wabreha | Sep 30, 2018
Matthew Garten | Sep 30, 2018

There are free concerts every day.

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Weather affecting performance today?

Bill Kay | Sep 30, 2018
Derrick Blackwell Sr | Sep 30, 2018

For weather related closures and delays, please visit tye website or call.

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How do I find shuttle bus to Kennedy center??

Nancy Sheys | Sep 30, 2018
Jonathan Schrag | Sep 30, 2018

Just look for the red busses from the gwu-Foggy Bottom Metro station. (Also a street sign there) hard to miss.

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Does the Center offer gift certificates?

Doug Lovejoy | Sep 30, 2018
Alex Leon | Sep 30, 2018

Yes. Kennedy Center offers gift card online and at box office.

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is there a shuttle bus

Veronica Young | Sep 30, 2018
Uche Ukaegbu | Sep 30, 2018

Yes there is, a burgundy shuttle bus located at Foggy Bottom Station

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Who is there Sunday night

Angela White | Sep 30, 2018
Taher Mahami | Sep 30, 2018

N/A

Is there parking? If so, what is the hourly fee?

Barb and Bill Haws | Sep 30, 2018
Luis Borgen | Sep 30, 2018

In most cases it is $23 but if you prepay on line you pay $20. Watergate Bld charges $15 to $18 depending on the demand/performance

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What is the dress code for Selma, the Friday night performance?

Susan Scharer | Sep 30, 2017
jasmine w | Sep 30, 2017

When I visited the Kennedy I saw people leaving from a performance of The Sound of a music. The men were either in suits or nice pants and button down shirts with nice shoes. The ladies were either in dresses or very nice slacks with blouses. Heels or flats for shoes. But I would personally say flats for comfort.

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