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Arab Music and Poetry Night

with Laith Alattar and Band

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Dates Fri, Aug 23, 2024

Tickets Free

Duration 5:30pm-7:30pm

Please note: This event will now take place in the Folger Theatre.

FREE Folger programming all summer long!

Bring your friends and join the Folger for relaxed summer evening with food, drinks, music, dancing, poetry, and more. It’s a chance to discover new artists and performers and explore the Folger’s galleries and gardens.

Join us for our last summer Folger Friday with an evening celebrating Arab music and poetry, featuring Laith Alattar and Band. The evening will begin with a reading from poets Danielle Badra and Zeina Azzam, followed by a performance with comedian Rola Z.

Drinks will be available to purchase. Our exhibition halls will be open throughout the evening; timed-entry passes are recommended.

Reserve your timed-entry pass here

Laith Alattar

Laith Alattar

LAiTH ALATTAR & BAND: DC Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Music Ensemble

LAiTH ALATTAR & BAND: DC Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Music Ensemble