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One of the most famous sports photographs of all time...it was the 1965 title fight between Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston...and Neil Leifer was there to capture it all!
The work of legendary sports photographer, Neil Leifer, is now on view through August 12, at the Newseum in Washington, DC. "Photo Finish: The Sports Photography of Neil Leifer," includes 50 images from the prolific career of a man who began taking pictures as a teenager and went on to become one of the most celebrated sports photographers in history. Leifer called Muhammad Ali, who just celebrated his 70th birthday, his ‘favorite subject,’ and photographed the boxer on nearly 70 different occasions, covering 35 fights.
Experience some of the greatest moments in sports history. Each photograph is accompanied by the story behind the image, told in Leifer's own words. The exhibit also includes an original Newseum-produced video in which the photographer talks about his photos and his subjects. This exhibit was created in collaboration with Sports Illustrated. |
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EAST COAST - WASHINGTON, DC
Central Nigeria Unmasked: Arts of the Benue River Valley is now on view at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art through Feb. 12. This presentation is the first major international exhibition to present a comprehensive view of the arts produced in the region, which include some of the most abstract, dramatic, and inventive sculpture in sub-Saharan Africa.
It features more than 150 objects used in a range of ritual contexts, with genres as varied and complex as the vast region itself.
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The Wings of Ikarus Jackson, a family theater presentation, plays the Kennedy Center, Feb. 4 - 23.
Adapted from the book Wings by Christopher Myers, the story of Ikarus Jackson comes to life in this all new dance-theater piece. There is something puzzling about thee new boy at school. Instead of a backpack, he has a feathery white set of wings and can fly. Kids think it's strange and taunt him for his feathery look. But one girl sticks up for him, Ikarus learns to let his spirit soar. A world premiere Kennedy Center Commission, Wings was winner of Caldecott and Coretta Scott King honors. For ages 8 and up. Group sales available for 20 or more. |
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater comes to the Kennedy Center, Feb. 7-12. Called 'America's cultural ambassador to the world,' Alvin Ailey returns to the Opera House for its annual engagement with electrifying new works and a compilation of classics. Each performance includes the iconic Revelations, which has been seen by more audiences around the world than any other modern dance. Group sales available for 20 or more. |
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Four-time Grammy Award winner, Diane Reeves comes to the Kennedy Center, Feb. 17. A pre-eminent jazz vocalist, Reeves is known for her virtuosity, improvisational prowess, and unique jazz and R&B stylings. She returns for a special jazz performance at the Terrace Theater. Group sales available for 20 or more.
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Washington Performing Arts Society: Jazz at the Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis plays the Kennedy Center, Concert Hall Feb. 26 . The nation's pre-eminent big band makes its annual D.C. appearance. Group sales available for 20 or more.
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Hanif Abdur-Rahim, A Revolution in Etiquette - Connoisseurs of SWAG, '10.
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MARYLAND
Dandy Lion: Articulating a Re(de)fined Black Masculine Identity is now on view through May 13 at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum.
Twenty emerging photographers and filmmakers present refreshing images of young black men who challenge popular notions of urban black masculinity. Guest curated by Shantrelle P. Lewis, this exhibition defies the negative image of the black male as “thug” and explores contemporary expressions of the “Black Dandy,” the sophisticated urban gentleman whose “swagger” engages both African aesthetics and elements of classical European fashion.
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