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Keith hugs his daughter Aubrey during the Daddy Daughter Dance held at the D.C. Jail in the film “Daughters.” The film was screened at the DC/Dox Film Festival from June 13-16. (Courtesy of Netflix and DC/Dox)

Local Topics Featured During DC/Dox Film Festival

by Brenda C. Siler June 26, 2024June 26, 2024

"Footprints of Wayne Shorter" was recently presented by the DC Jazz Festival in the Arena Stage Kogod Cradle in southwest D.C. Performing was the Paul Carr Quintet with special guest Sean Jones. From left is pianist Ryan Hansler, saxophonist Paul Carr, bassist William ‘Mo Betta’ Ledbetter, trumpeter Sean Jones, and drummer Kevin Kearney Jr. (Courtesy of DC Jazz Festival)

DC Jazz Festival Honors Saxophonist Wayne Shorter

by Brenda C. Siler June 18, 2024June 18, 2024

On June 7, arts administrator and versatile entertainer Aaron Myers, accompanied by the Eric Byrd Trio featuring Brent Birkhead, recorded a live album at the historic Blues Alley in Georgetown. (Brenda C. Siler/The Washington Informer)

Aaron Myers’ Singing Range in Full Effect During Blues Alley Recording

by Brenda C. Siler June 18, 2024June 18, 2024

The life and career of Luther Vandross are featured in the documentary “Luther: Never Too Much,” which was screened during the second annual DC/Dox Film Festival. The film was produced and directed by Dawn Porter. (Courtesy of Matthew Rolston)

Luther Vandross Documentary Makes Us Appreciate Him Even More

by Brenda C. Siler June 18, 2024June 18, 2024

From left: Ro Boddie portrays Lincoln and Yao Dogbe is Booth in "Topdog/Underdog" at the Round House Theatre. (Courtesy of Margot Schulman Photography)

Brothers Cannot Escape the Past in ‘Topdog/Underdog’

by Brenda C. Siler June 10, 2024June 10, 2024

Composer/lyricist Troy Anthony took a packed Kennedy Center Opera House through a meditation and breathing session during the presentation of “The Gathering: A Collective Sonic Ring Shout.” (Courtesy of Joshua Cole)

‘The Gathering’: A Powerful Tribute to the Resilience of African Americans

by Brenda C. Siler June 7, 2024June 13, 2024

Early in his career, puppeteer Jim Henson created Kermit the Frog for the television show “Sam and Friends” that aired on WRC-TV, now known as NBC Washington. This scene is from the documentary "Jim Henson Idea Man," produced & directed by Oscar winner Ron Howard. (Courtesy of Disney+)

Jim Henson: A Life of Educating and Entertaining

by Brenda C. Siler June 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Actor Glynn Turman maintains a busy schedule. He is now starring in two projects, “The Big Cigar” and “Horizon: An American Saga-Chapter 1.” (Courtesy of Bobby Quillard)

From Childhood to Today, Actor Glynn Turman Continues to Make His Mark in TV, Film, Beyond

by Brenda C. Siler May 22, 2024May 24, 2024

From left: Motown Records alumni were on a panel to share stories of their time as artists for the label as part of the “Motown DC,” exhibit premier event. George Spann from The Dynamic Superiors, Frank Hooker of The Young Senators, Joe Herndon of The Temptations, moderator Dr. Nick of ATX Soul Radio, Louvain Demps of The Andantes, and singer Carolyn Crawford. (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Motown Exhibition Brings Back D.C. Memories of Legendary Music

by Brenda C. Siler May 22, 2024June 3, 2024

Legendary trumpeter, composer, record label titan, fine artist, and philanthropist Herb Alpert (right) and his wife, vocalist Lani Hall (left), performed at Strathmore Hall in North Bethesda on May 17. Also onstage is bassist Hussain Jiffry. (Brenda C. Siler/The Washington Informer)

Herb Alpert and Lani Hall Deliver the Hits to Their Fans

by Brenda C. Siler May 22, 2024May 22, 2024