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The life of tennis legend Arthur Ashe, seen here in between sets early in his career, is depicted in the documentary "Citizen Ashe," now in theaters and airing on CNN and HBO Max. (Courtesy photo)

Arthur Ashe, A Misunderstood Sports Hero

by Brenda C. Siler June 22, 2022June 22, 2022

A new documentary, “Citizen Ashe,” takes an inside view of the life of a complicated man who navigated through race, tennis, success and a devastating health challenge.

The Washington Chorus Artistic Director Eugene Rogers programmed and conducted "Justice and Peace," a three-part concert on social impact themes held recently at the Kennedy Center. (Courtesy of Shannon Finney)

Washington Chorus Concert Promotes Equality and Justice

by Brenda C. Siler June 22, 2022June 22, 2022

Dance Theatre Of Harlem performs Annabelle Lopez Ochoa's "Balamouk" during "Reframing the Narrative," a celebration of Black dancers in ballet held recently at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in D.C. (Courtesy of Christopher Duggan at Jacob's Pillow)

Black and Brown Ballet Dancers Finally Get Their Due

by Brenda C. Siler June 22, 2022June 24, 2022

Playwright Jocelyn Bioh's "Nollywood Dreams," a humorous look at the Nigerian film industry, is at Round House Theatre until July 3. From left: Yao Dogbe (Gbenga Ezie), Ernaisja Curry (Ayamma Okafor), Renea S. Brown (Dede Okafor) and Joel Ashur (Wale Owusu) are four of the actors in the production. (Photo courtesy of Margot Shulman)

‘Nollywood Dreams’ is a Rocky Road to Stardom

by Brenda C. Siler June 22, 2022June 24, 2022

Legendary pianist/composer Herbie Hancock recently performed at the Kennedy Center to kick off his current tour. (Photo courtesy of Jati Lindsay)

Herbie Hancock Delivers High-Energy Performance at the Kennedy Center

by Brenda C. Siler June 15, 2022June 15, 2022

Avocado Toast made with a guacamole-type spread, hard-boiled eggs and diced tomato drizzled with hot sauce that is a lighter offering on the menu at Butter Me Up, an all-day breakfast eatery in Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, Md. (Photo courtesy of Butter Me Up)

Breakfast All Day at Butter Me Up

by Brenda C. Siler June 15, 2022June 15, 2022

Restocked Sneakers in Leesburg, Va., is for people who collect and trade vintage sneakers like the Air Jordans pictured here. Dana Green is the founder/owner of the store. (Courtesy of Restocked Sneakers)

Restocked Sneakers Brings Joy to Sneakerheads

by Brenda C. Siler June 8, 2022June 9, 2022

Black Violin, Blind Boys of Alabama Deliver Many Musical Styles

by Brenda C. Siler June 8, 2022June 9, 2022

"An African American Requiem,” composed by Damien Geter, was presented by The Choral Arts Society at the Kennedy Center on May 23. Featured vocalists included: Jacqueline Echols, soprano; Karmesha Peake, mezzo-soprano; Norman Shankle, tenor; and Kenneth Overton, baritone. Scott Tucker, artistic director of The Choral Arts Society of Washington, was the conductor. (Courtesy of The Choral Arts Society)

Damien Geter Opera Captures Sorrow Over Slain Black Americans

by Brenda C. Siler June 1, 2022June 2, 2022

A vision to behold and great food as well. (WI photo)

Food

Want More Chicken? Honeymoon Chicken in Petworth Has It All

by Brenda C. Siler May 25, 2022May 25, 2022