Arts and Music

Next at the Kennedy Center

A dynamic mix of artists across hip hop, jazz, modern dance, and more perform at the Kennedy Center. Each episode weaves together performances filmed live at the Center with intimate off-stage moments contextualizing each artist’s cultural impact.

Continuum: Jason Moran & Christian McBride

55m 39s

Music icons Jason Moran and Christian McBride collaborate for an electrifying performance at the Kennedy Center. They share stories about their legendary teachers and introduce us to their remarkable protégés.

Episodes

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    Continuum: Jason Moran & Christian McBride

    S1 E5 - 55m 39s

    Music icons Jason Moran and Christian McBride collaborate for an electrifying performance at the Kennedy Center. They share stories about their legendary teachers and introduce us to their remarkable protégés.

  • Ballet Hispánico’s Doña Perón: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ballet Hispánico’s Doña Perón

    S1 E4 - 1h 25m

    Ballet Hispánico explores Evita Perón's diverging legacies in this invigorating and emotional work. Her rags-to-riches story is interpreted through movement – following her journey from dancehall performer to Argentina's First Lady and sudden death.

  • The Roots Residency: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Roots Residency

    S1 E3 - 55m 27s

    Hip Hop legends The Roots give an electrifying performance during their residency at the Kennedy Center. Beyond the stage, the band endeavors to inspire others and explore the depths of their creative potential.

  • A Joni Mitchell Songbook: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Joni Mitchell Songbook

    S1 E2 - 55m 39s

    The indomitable influence of Joni Mitchell is celebrated with an all-star lineup at the Kennedy Center, led by multi-Grammy Award winner Vince Mendoza and accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra. This one-of-a-kind concert includes performances by Renée Fleming, Lalah Hathaway, Jimmie Herrod, Raul Midón, and Aoife O’Donovan.

  • Let My Children Hear Mingus: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Let My Children Hear Mingus

    S1 E1 - 55m 5s

    The Kennedy Center celebrates jazz icon and social activist Charles Mingus at 100. Through performances and conversations, we explore how his outsized personality and inimitable style pushed boundaries and paved the way for future generations.

Extras + Features

  • The Halluci Nation Perform in the Skylight Pavilion: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Halluci Nation Perform in the Skylight Pavilion

    S2 E2 - 7m 44s

    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.

  • Episode 2 Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 2 Preview

    S2 E2 - 30s

    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.

  • Martha Redbone Performs 'Garden of Love': asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Martha Redbone Performs 'Garden of Love'

    S2 E2 - 4m 55s

    In a unique blend of folk, blues, and gospel, R&B artist Martha Redbone performs "Garden of Love" on the Kennedy Center’s Rooftop Terrace in a tribute to her African American and Indigenous roots.

  • 'The Consequences of Jealousy': asset-mezzanine-16x9

    'The Consequences of Jealousy'

    S2 E1 - 7m 13s

    Meshell Ndegeocello and Kyle Abraham perform “The Consequences of Jealousy” with Robert Glasper and the Black Radio Orchestra. Robert Glasper, five-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and producer, invites his tightly knit community of collaborators to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his iconic, award-winning, and cross-genre revolutionary album — Black Radio.

  • Lalah Hathaway and Robert Glasper Perform 'Cherish the Day': asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Lalah Hathaway and Robert Glasper Perform 'Cherish the Day'

    S2 E1 - 4m 58s

    Lalah Hathaway performs “Cherish the Day” with Robert Glasper and the Black Radio Orchestra. Robert Glasper, five-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and producer, invites his tightly knit community of collaborators to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his iconic, award-winning, and cross-genre revolutionary album — Black Radio.

  • Bilal Performs 'All Matter' with Robert Glasper: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bilal Performs 'All Matter' with Robert Glasper

    S2 E1 - 7m 20s

    Bilal performs “All Matter” with Robert Glasper and the Black Radio Orchestra. Robert Glasper, five-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and producer, invites his tightly knit community of collaborators to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his iconic, award-winning, and cross-genre revolutionary album — Black Radio.

  • Episode 1 Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 1 Preview

    S2 E1 - 30s

    Robert Glasper, five-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and producer, invites his tightly knit community of collaborators to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his iconic, award-winning, and cross-genre revolutionary album — "Black Radio." Accompanied by Lalah Hathaway, Meshell Ndegeocello, Bilal, and many more, Glasper reimagines his seminal album.

Schedule

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    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Let My Children Hear Mingus

    Friday
    Oct 6

    1 Hour

    Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations.
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Let My Children Hear Mingus

    Friday
    Oct 6

    1 Hour

    Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations.
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Let My Children Hear Mingus

    Saturday
    Oct 7

    1 Hour

    Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations.
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Let My Children Hear Mingus

    Saturday
    Oct 7

    1 Hour

    Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations.
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Let My Children Hear Mingus

    Thursday
    Oct 12

    1 Hour

    Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations.
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    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Robert Glasper's Black Radio

    Friday
    Oct 13

    1 Hour

    Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio."
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    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Robert Glasper's Black Radio

    Friday
    Oct 13

    1 Hour

    Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio."
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    Next at the Kennedy Center: Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón

    Friday
    Oct 13

    1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death.
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón

    Friday
    Oct 13

    1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death.
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Robert Glasper's Black Radio

    Saturday
    Oct 14

    1 Hour

    Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio."
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón

    Saturday
    Oct 14

    1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death.
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: TVSS: Banner-L1

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Robert Glasper's Black Radio

    Saturday
    Oct 14

    1 Hour

    Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio."
  • Image
    Next at the Kennedy Center: Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón: TVSS: Iconic

    Next at the Kennedy Center

    Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón

    Saturday
    Oct 14

    1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death.

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