# Event Details - **Event Name**: Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert! - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm - **Event Description**: Laugh, connect and enjoy opera in a fresh new way! This 18+ cabaret concert makes opera feel as welcoming as jazz/pop. A fun night out!About this EventLessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert is a delightfully entertaining evening that will transform your relationship with opera and classical music. You’ll get to enjoy the soul-stirring beauty of the art form in a way that feels as welcoming and accessible as a jazz or pop show. No knowledge of opera/classical music required! Featuring Nigerian-American opera singer and opera comedian Chichi Enu, and pianist Jasmin Lee, this 18+ event will also include a photo booth and pre- and post-concert receptions. The entire experience has been thoughtfully designed to be a fun, carefree night out for grown folks. Cocktail or date-night attire is encouraged (c'mon, fabulous pics!) but not required. Don't miss this unique event! Go to chichienu.com for more info and to buy your tickets. For info about additional events, join Chichi's email list here: https://chichienu.myflodesk.com/join-email-list https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/d3a6be00-7a18-11f1-ae36-5d54fcd89069-rimg-w572-h740-dcf7f1fe-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PMPhoto Booth and Pre-Concert ReceptionInfo: Doors open at 6:45 pm EST for a brief pre-concert reception, giving you time to get settled, enjoy a light refreshment, and snap a few photo booth pictures while your outfits are still fresh. (Cocktail or date-night attire is encouraged, not because this is “opera,” but because dressing up can be awesome and makes the evening feel a little more special). Photo booth pictures will be available for purchase.?: 07:30 PM - 09:00 PMLessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness Cabaret ConcertHost: Chichi Enu, opera singerInfo: Each song featured in Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness Cabaret Concert is paired with a brief story that connects it to everyday life, with moments of audience interaction sprinkled throughout. There will also be summaries of each song, along with translations of any non-English lyrics, so you will know exactly what is happening and can enjoy the show without anxiety! ?: 09:00 PM - 10:00 PMPost-Concert Reception and Photo BoothInfo: After the concert, stay for a lovely reception with savory bites, wine and beer, where you can meet the artists and mingle with fellow attendees. The photo booth will remain available till 10 pm, so if you want to take a few more pictures or didn't get a chance to do so earlier, now is your chance! Photo booth pictures will be available for purchase. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alexandria/lessons-in-joy-self-love-and-silliness-a-cabaret-concert/100001991812902008 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, art, comedy, pop - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - door_time: 2026-07-18T22:30:00Z - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 86.13, max: 86.13, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Alexandria - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum - **lat**: 38.80374440000001 - **long**: -77.0475806 - **full address**: Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum, 201 South Washington Street, Alexandria, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert! - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/12f89f25efb1693ad7843155107e7f3b70b62f945bb48365abd84f76084cefe6-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc130315-gmir.jpg?v=1781835907 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert! being held? - **A:** Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert! takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum, 201 South Washington Street, Alexandria, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert!? - **A:** Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert! is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert!? - **A:** Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert! is organized by Chichi Enu. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness: A Cabaret Concert! is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Alexandria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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