Next at the Kennedy Center

Joshua Redman and his ensemble give an entirely new interpretation of Bruce Springsteen's "Streets of Philadelphia." Led by Redman's longing sax and Cavassa's haunting voice, the band takes us into the life of a person's struggle to persevere in the face of overwhelming difficulty.

Renowned jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman performs songs from his new album, where are we, as he explores the myths and realities of life in America. He is accompanied on this journey by soulful vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa and an all-star ensemble featuring Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (bass), and Brian Blade (drums).

Feeling motivated in the days following the murder of George Floyd, Joshua Redman wrote "After Minneapolis." It's his first song ever to be consciously connected to a moment in his life and his first with lyrics. He is joined on stage for this performance by an all-star ensemble featuring Gabrielle Cavassa (vocals), Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (Bass), and Brian Blade (drums).

Jazz artist, Laufey, joins the National Symphony Orchestra to perform a refreshing rendition of her piece "From the Start." Laufey’s vocal and instrumental skills take over the stage while the orchestra kicks off the contemporary jazz tone that provides a new sentiment and meaning for listeners.

Ben Folds invites the virtuosic Jacob Collier, rising jazz superstar Laufey, and chart-topping English singer-songwriter dodie, to join him and the National Symphony Orchestra to reimagine their music through an orchestral lens.

Laufey, dodie, and Jacob Collier deliver the ode, "Wild Mountain Thyme," combining their talents in a fascinating musicality blend. The artists stun in their solos as well as their melodic intertwining, with Collier encouraging the audience to engage in a fun twist of events.

Through a powerhouse performance of Prince’s chart-topping hit, "Nothing Compares 2 U," Cynthia Erivo enters the New Year in unforgettable style. Filling every note with soul, Erivo shares her heart with the audience through this timeless tale of love.

Cynthia Erivo, enchanting star of the stage and screen, invites you to ring in the New Year with her magnificent friends Ben Platt and Joaquina Kalukango as they bring their powerful voices and favorite songs to the Kennedy Center stage.

"The Color Purple" co-stars Cynthia Erivo and Joaquina Kalukango perform the Hip Hop Trio Fugees’ funky rendition of "Killing Me Softly." The global hit steeped in unrequited love is told by two friends, whose friendship can be felt through the screen.

Electronic music pioneers The Halluci Nation perform “Stadium Pow Wow," "Maima Koopi" and "Sharpshooter” in the Kennedy Center’s Skylight Pavilion. The duo, Ehrin “Bear Witness” Thomas and Tim “2oolman” Hill pay homage to the energy and momentum of Ottawa’s Electric Pow Wow gatherings while pointing to where the future is headed.

In partnership with electronic music pioneers The Halluci Nation, R&B artist Martha Redbone, and
performance artist Ty Defoe, The Kennedy Center explores the impact and evolution of indigenous
performing arts cultures.

Through one of the oldest native dances, Grammy Award-winner and two-spirit performance artist Ty Defoe performs “Hoop Dance” on the Kennedy Center Reach grounds in a celebration of life’s interconnectedness.