Suggestions for Arts & Entertainment near Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington

Vesper A. • January 2, 2017Great theater and not overwhelmingly large, and a wonderful selection of smaller films. It has parking and metro access as well as food and alcohol selection.

Michelle P. • October 8, 2017Beautiful theatre, seating a little tight though. Dave Chappell show--he was on point as expected, laughed the whole time. Opening act was excellent.

Chris F. • December 28, 2014Always worth stopping in. Great permanent collection and temporary exhibits.

Sonja S. • September 16, 2014Classic venue; comfortable seats

Fodor's Travel • August 31, 2017The museum includes folk art and crafts, decorative arts, and the largest collection of New Deal art and American Impressionist paintings. Visitors tend to adore the contemporary craft collection.

Lauren O. • January 22, 2012Two Men of Verona is a great show! The modern twists are fun. The acting is superb! And the lead actors are hot and shirtless ;)

Mandy F. • March 19, 2012Great location for a wedding! Elegant, large, and easily adjusted to suit your decorating needs.

Richard L. • September 3, 2012There isn't a bad seat in the house! Try getting tickets in the mezzanine if you're on a budget. Seats 116,117,118,119 are great in any row up there!

Joan E. • February 3, 2013Before/theatre, dine at Bistro d'Oc across the street. Charming, family own & operated;excellent food, ambience, lovely wines. Soak up the history IN Theatre. Enjoy excellent productions.

Jules • February 24, 2013Always leave a little time before or after a play to explore the lobby - Woolly does a great job with creative exhibits that enhance the experience of the play.

Carol J. • May 22, 2022This up to date museum is absolutely fabulous and free. Close to metro center. Go!

Jessica W. • October 15, 2015Best venue in DC hands down! Great acoustics, great staff, great music 👍🙌🙌👍

Deanna M. • August 26, 2019The art but apart from that beautiful architecture!

Danika B. • March 31, 2015Take the tour so you can get the scoop on the history of this building. The exhibits are always fascinating, and the gift shop is a great place to get an unusual design-gift.

Timothy S. • February 3, 2019You can learn about the Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

Nic G. • April 16, 2014Great place..and they donate space to noon profits for meetings and events!

Shermans Travel • August 9, 2012It would take eons to tour it all, so choose a few attractions for kids that are primed for sparking even the littlest travelers’ imaginations. The National Air and Space Museum is a must.

Aaron S. • May 13, 2015This was fantastic! Not much to see in the house. Originals are in Chicago. Nice feature on Abe's hat, flag, his coat.

Marsalla • April 28, 2013Great sound system, but the place is rather small. Reminds me of the basement parties I went to in high school. 

Michael B. • May 9, 2013Open by appointment. Join the invite list for receptions on website, www.caosonf.com

Molly C. • September 1, 2014Definitely get there early. I like to grab a beer before the snow with my friends. It's a great looking theater with comfy seats and a good location.

Mary R. • April 7, 2012Great history of video games exhibit.

Gary R. • April 6, 2011Come here when you need a big hand.

Kari O. • March 27, 2010Very cool bar/club if you want to dance however recommended for late twenties to early-thirties. Bring friends if you want to enjoy the music, but avoid the creepers. :)

DC Preservation League • July 29, 2011The memorial to the English statesman. The bronze standing figure on a granite base is a copy of the original in Bristol, England. Work of sculptor J. Harvard Thomas and architect Horace Peaslee.