# Event Details - **Event Name**: 20th Annual Blacks in Wax: DC – The People, The Culture, The Power - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: At THEARC on March 20th and Duke Ellington School of the Arts on March 28th.About this EventFor 20 years, the Recreation Wish List Committee in partnership with the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center has proudly presented Blacks in Wax, a powerful educational and cultural production that brings history to life through the voices and performances of our Scholars.This year’s theme, “DC: The People…The Culture…The Power,” celebrates the individuals who have shaped Washington, DC’s rich legacy in music, politics, education, activism, and entertainment.Through a living museum and Onstage Performance, scholars will portray influential figures connected to the District, including legends such as Chuck Brown, Marvin Gaye, Denyce Graves, Ron Moten, Keyonna Jones, Linda Cropp, Taraji P.Henson, Wale, Cathy Hughes and so many more.Each performance highlights the voices, contributions, and cultural impact of those who have helped shape not only DC, but the nation.Community Performances? Friday, March 20, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 8:30PMTHEARC1901 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020· Museum Performance: 5:00 PM· Vignette Performance: 6:00 PM? Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00PMDuke Ellington School of the Arts3500 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007· Museum Performance: 6:00 PM· Vignette Performance: 7:00 PMThis time may change depending on the impact of the No Kings March.Come celebrate 20 years of history, culture, and community as our scholars honor the people who helped shape the legacy of Washington, DC.Bring your family, bring your friends, and experience a production that continues to educate, inspire, and uplift generations.Reserve your seat today. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b5054a10-1da8-11f1-8026-d96a43b74dca-rimg-w479-h740-dc471916-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/20th-annual-blacks-in-wax-dc-the-people-the-culture-the-power/100001984599197624 - **Event Categories**: Art, Sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: THEARC: Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus, Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC, USA - **lat**: 38.8434383 - **long**: -76.97501729999999 - **full address**: THEARC: Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus, Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC, USA, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 20th Annual Blacks in Wax: DC – The People, The Culture, The Power - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/8e0446daa524e942273f8e2860284b327caf4772f9949b13a0584490b35e5c8d-rimg-w1200-h1855-dc311813-gmir.jpg?v=1773274604 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 20th Annual Blacks in Wax: DC – The People, The Culture, The Power being held? - **A:** 20th Annual Blacks in Wax: DC – The People, The Culture, The Power takes place on Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm at THEARC: Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus, Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC, USA, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 20th Annual Blacks in Wax: DC – The People, The Culture, The Power? - **A:** 20th Annual Blacks in Wax: DC – The People, The Culture, The Power is organized by The Go-Go Museum and Cafe. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "20th Annual Blacks in Wax: DC – The People, The Culture, The Power", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/8e0446daa524e942273f8e2860284b327caf4772f9949b13a0584490b35e5c8d-rimg-w1200-h1855-dc311813-gmir.jpg?v=1773274604", "startDate": "2026-03-20", "endDate": "2026-03-28", "url": "https://allevents.in/washington/20th-annual-blacks-in-wax-dc-the-people-the-culture-the-power/100001984599197624", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "THEARC: Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus, Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC, USA", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "1901 Mississippi Avenue Southeast", "postalCode": "20020", "addressLocality": "Washington", "addressRegion": "DC", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "38.8434383", "longitude": "-76.97501729999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "At THEARC on March 20th and Duke Ellington School of the Arts on March 28th.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-28", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/washington/20th-annual-blacks-in-wax-dc-the-people-the-culture-the-power/100001984599197624" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/washington/20th-annual-blacks-in-wax-dc-the-people-the-culture-the-power/100001984599197624", "price": 0, "name": "THEARC on March 20th" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/washington/20th-annual-blacks-in-wax-dc-the-people-the-culture-the-power/100001984599197624", "price": 0, "name": "Duke Ellington School of the Arts on March 28th" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "The Go-Go Museum and Cafe", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/the-go-go-museum-and-cafe/25500062", "description": "Cutural events and good food!" } ] } ] ```