Lubber Run Amphitheater – Free Concert Series

LADAMA - Fri, Jun 15

Arlington Arts kicks off the Summer Concert Series at Lubber Run Amphitheater with the internationally touring ensemble LADAMA, a music ensemble comprised of four women musicians from across the Americas (Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela and the U.S.A.)! LADAMA's modern, soulful and vibrant original compositions celebrate cross-cultural, Pan-American collaboration, incorporating South American and Caribbean rhythms. Cumbia, coco, maracatu, onda nueva and joropo run like currents through pop and soul-infused songs sung in Spanish, English and Portuguese. 8:00pm

“My Shot.” “The Schuyler Sisters.” “Wait For It”…? Whatever your favorite tune is from Hamilton, come sing-along to the unforgettable songs from the Broadway mega hit, led by Arlington’s Encore Stage! Celebrating its 50th season, one of the region’s premiere youth theatre ensemble presents a program suitable for the whole family. "…and Peggy!" 6:00pm

The music of Washington, D.C. based singer-songwriter – and pianist, harmonica player, and guitarist - Justin Jones has been described by The Washington Post as “electrified country and roots-rock that leaves plenty of space for Jones to hold court...like Dave Grohl when at full throttle and Townes Van Zandt when at ease.” 8:00pm

Revelator Hill is DC Blues guitarist/vocalist Bobby Thompson's latest collaboration with some of the finest rock and blues musicians in the Washington DC area, including Seth Morrissey (bass & vocals), Gary Crockett (drums & vocals), Wes Lanich (keyboards), and special guest member Ron Holloway (saxophone). This group is wrought with deep emotion and blazes down the path pioneered by the great Jimi Hendrix, blending deeply-rooted blues traditions with a popular rock edge to create a sound that will stir every soul. 8:00pm

Company Danzante, is a contemporary repertory dance company based in Arlington, VA. Since beginning artistic activities in 2013, the company has presented work at the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival Inside/Out Series, Dance Gallery Festival NYC, Atlas INTERSECTIONS Festival DC, and the Esencia Festival in Chicago. 6:00pm

Chopteeth is a 12-piece Afrofunk orchestra exploring the common groove between the funkiest, most hip-shakin’ West African and American popular music on the planet. The core of the Chopteeth sound is Afrobeat: a big-band funk invented by Fela Kuti in 1970’s Nigeria. Afrobeat is a spicy stew of modern jazz, Yoruba tribal music and burning, James Brown-inspired rhythms. Since 2007, the members of the Washington Area Music Association have selected Chopteeth for a total of thirteen Wammie Awards, including Artist of the Year, Debut CD of the Year, World Music CD (twice) and World Music Group (for the last nine years in a row). 8:00pm

Using such instruments as accordion, tambor alegre, tambora (two-headed drum), bass, and other percussion, this D.C.-based sextet has become a favorite of D.C.’s Colombian community since forming to perform at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. You’ll hear such genre’s as vallenato, cumbia (popular folk music from Colombia’s Caribbean region), and tropipop (a blend of traditional musical forms with foreign Latin genres such as salsa and merengue). They have shared the stage with iconic Colombian singer Toto la Momposina; Latin Grammy winner Monsieur Periné; Champeta Criolla; and world music band Tribu Baharu. 8:00pm

Kiti Gartner is a Rockabilly/Roots band out of Washington DC, USA. Their influences range from classic Sun Records in Memphis, to music recorded at the Quonset Hut and RCA Studio B in Nashville in the 1950s and '60s. Established in 2013, they have been welcomed by audiences and venues across the mid-Atlantic and Europe. 6:00pm

A dynamic ska, rocksteady, and early reggae band from Washington, D.C., Their sound honors the timeless music of 1960’s Jamaica and the British Mod scene, with a modern slant. The group is comprised of 3-part female harmonies, a 3-piece horn section, and 4-piece rhythm section. 8:00pm

Speedy Tolliver Tribute - Fri, Jul 27

For over a decade the Speedy Tolliver Fiddle & Banjo Fest was a staple of the Lubber Run Season. Its name celebrated Arlington’s legendary banjo player and stalwart of the renowned mid-20th century bluegrass music scene in the DC Metro area. Tolliver passed away on September 18, 2017 at age of 99. In tribute to a musical life well-lived, frequent collaborator and friend Andrew Acosta is gathering some of the area’s top old time and bluegrass performers for a jam session to honor one of our region’s greats! 8:00pm

A ‘super-group’ comprised of musicians from top African and Latin bands, bandleaders Eme Awa (Eme & Heteru) and Michael Shereikis (Chopteeth) create an irresistible blend of original tunes and vintage gems from Central and West Africa. 6:00pm

The smooth, passionate, sometimes funky and extremely “tight” sound of The Hardway Connection will make you get up and dance! The DC-based band has opened for everyone from Johnny Taylor and Toni Terry, to Chuck Brown. 8:00pm

Sol Roots and the band create a unique blend of energetic New Orleans funk, rock, raw blues, and southern soul, all delivered with deep soul. Sol is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who has toured with many roots, funk, and blues legends around the world as a part of Music Maker Revue. The Sol Roots band has performed at many premier festivals and venues across the east coast US, and have shared the stage with acts such as Jon Cleary, Soulive, Dumpstaphunk, Robert Randolph, Eric Lindell, Booker T Jones, Shemekia Copeland, and more. 8:00pm

The Bitter Dose Combo is DC’s premiere gypsy jazz band, playing gypsy jazz and swing standards at social dances, bistros, supper clubs, and special events in and around the District. The BDC’s sound combines the improvisation and swinging guitar made famous by Django Reinhardt with spirited jazz vocals, Paris musette accordion, and upright bass. 6:00pm

Zig Zag the Magic Man... the ever popular, most sought after magistical laffinator of Funmakers provides quality professional children's entertainment to be enjoyed by the whole family. Additional funding for this performance was provided by the Lubber Run Amphitheater Foundation. Special Performance Time: 11:00 am