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Feb 22, 2019

Patty Boom Boom Is Coming Back—In Pop Up Form

“We’re going to bring the reggae vibe back over the summer.”

Oct 25, 2017

You Won’t Hear Any R Kelly Tunes From This D.C. DJ Collective

“There’s too much good music in the world to have to play music from people that are bad people.”

Jan 09, 2013

The Best Non-Gym Workouts in D.C.

It’s the New Year, which means you’ve resolved to lose weight and get in shape. But why bother with a stuffy gym that costs you money? Here are some of the best non-gym options that will trim your waist, but not your wallet.

Jan 18, 2012

Prince George’s County Cracks Down on Illegal Dance Clubs

There has to be a Footloose-like spinoff in the making in Prince George’s County.

Oct 05, 2011

Breakers Take Over Ben’s Chili Bowl

Remember that awesome video featuring a b-boy breaking up the escalator? Perhaps you were wondering where the b-boys were heading — why, Ben’s Chili Bowl, of course.

Aug 15, 2011

Let’s Just Rename It “Washington Region’s Got Talent”

What, you thought that the troupe best known for leaping through fire at University of Maryland basketball games was the only local talent fit for primetime television? Think again.

Jul 06, 2011

Popular Gay Nightclub Apex Closes, Has Been Sold

Apex Nightclub, the 18-and-over dance spot popular with the District’s LGBT and college residents, closed its doors last weekend and has been sold.

Jun 07, 2011

Inspired by Jefferson Dancing, Norton Wants Own Dance Party

Eleanor Holmes Norton, in her time as D.C. Delegate, has always been one of the National Mall’s most strident supporters. So it’s hardly surprising that Norton wants to use the recent dancing demonstrations at the Jefferson Memorial as a leaping point to promote public use of the grounds.

Jun 06, 2011

Where a Man Can Dance In A Giant Jefferson Head, All is Safe

Depending on your viewpoint, Saturday’s demonstration in response to the arrest of four people inside the Jefferson Memorial was either a huge success or a massive failure. Or maybe both. It’s impossible to quantify, honestly.

May 31, 2011

Over 1,800 RSVP For Next Jefferson Memorial “Dance Party”

Oh, so you thought that the arrest of several people who were dancing inside the Jefferson Memorial on Saturday afternoon would be the end of the whole brouhaha? Think again: the same group of people who put together the original demonstration are planning an even bigger display of civil disobedience this weekend — and over 1,800 people say they’ll attend.

 
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