WASHINGTON REVELS

An established cultural institution in the greater Washington area for over 35 years, Washington Revels is dedicated to reviving, sustaining, expanding, and celebrating cultural traditions - in music, dance, storytelling, and drama - that bind people together in spirit and joy... Revels was founded in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1971 and is now active in ten cities across the United States. Each city is an independent nonprofit institution with its own board, office and artistic staff, and separate finances. An umbrella organization, Revels, Inc., maintains artistic standards for all cities, researches traditional materials from many cultures, and assists with scripts and music... To create Community through Celebration! Washington Revels uses performance, education, and community engagement to revive, sustain, expand, and celebrate cultural traditions - in music, dance, storytelling, and drama - that bind people together in spirit and joy. We strive to illustrate the world's common..

Also known as: Revels, Revels, Inc., Washington Revels, Inc.

Primary location: Glen Echo United States