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Chocolate Ballerina Company founder Chanel Holland-Pierre leads choreography during an audition for an upcoming all-Black and brown cast production of “Swan Lake” on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2023 at the Dance Institute of Washington in D.C. Photos by David Andrews.

Photos: All-Black And Brown ‘Swan Lake’ Audition Draws Dozens Of Hopeful Local Ballerinas

DCist | (WaybackMachine)
January 24, 2023
Author, Photographer

Philadelphia’s Chocolate Ballerina Company is putting on the first all Black-and Brown production of Swan Lake. They traveled down I-95 to hold auditions for DC-area dancers. Read more >>

DC Wharf Marina resident Jason Kopp decorates his boat ahead of the Holiday Boat Parade. Photographs by David Andrews.

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of DC’s 30th Annual Holiday Boat Parade

Washingtonian
December 2, 2022
Author, Videographer, Photographer

Meet some of the people who started the District Holiday Boat Parade at the Wharf—and who keep it going. Read more >>

Some 49 million people are expected to be on the roads this Thanksgiving. Photograph by David Andrews

What Are the Best (and Busiest) Times to Travel Out of DC for Thanksgiving?

Washingtonian
November 15, 2022
Author, Photographer

Wednesday and Sunday will be bad. Thursday morning is the best. Read more >>

Stock image of homegrown indoor pot plants and leaves

Maryland Votes to Legalize Marijuana: Here’s What to Know

Washingtonian
November 9, 2022
Author

Starting July 2023, Marylanders can possess up to 1.5 ounces of weed. Read more >>

Pumpkin smash and compost collection at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market in 2021. Photographs by David Andrews.

Here’s How to Sustainably Dispose of Pumpkins in DC

Washingtonian
November 3, 2022
Author, Photographer

Smash and compost your Halloween jack-o'-lantern. Read more >>

A scene from The Handmaid’s Tale, part of the Capitol Hill Literary Pumpkin Walk. Photographs by David Andrews.

Take a Look at These Book-Themed Pumpkins on Capitol Hill

Washingtonian
October 26, 2022
Author, Photographer

Pumpkins feature characters from Harry Potter, The Handmaid's Tale, Jurassic Park, and more. Read more >>

Volunteers harvest honey at Congressional Cemetery from bees on the cemetery grounds. Photographs and video by David Andrews.

VIDEO: Honey Soon for Sale at Congressional Cemetery

Washingtonian
October 18, 2022
Author, Videographer, Photographer

The cemetery's honey is said to be some of the best in town. Read more >>

Outside Game 4 of the Stanley Cup playoffs in D.C. Photograph courtesy of flicker user Victoria Pickering.

A Brief Guide to the New Faces on the 2022-23 Washington Capitals

Washingtonian
October 12, 2022
Author

Hockey fans know Ovi and Oshie. Meet Kuemper and Strome. Read more >>

Photo via iStock.

The Old Post Office and traffic on Pennsylvania Avenue during the blue hour. Photographs by David Andrews

The Old Post Office Tower Has Some of DC’s Best Views

Washingtonian
September 7, 2022
Author, Photographer

We visited an underrated DC tourist attraction, which quietly reopened this spring.
Read more here >>

NFTs are on sale to benefit Reverie. Images courtesy of Byte Club/The Blue Alligator Group.

Fans of Fire-Damaged Restaurant Reverie Are Auctioning NFTs to Help

Washingtonian
August 16, 2022
Author

A collection of GIFs called "Revive Reverie" will be on sale for a week.
Read more here >>

Panda cub celebrates his second birthday with a fruitsicle cake. Photographs by David Andrews

National Zoo Panda Cub Celebrates Second Birthday With Fruit Cake

Washingtonian
August 21, 2022
Author, Photographer, Videographer

Cake for breakfast — it’s okay as long as its your birthday. Read more here or see on social >>

Kyle Kuzma in a "Classic Edition" jersey. Photograph courtesy the Washington Wizards.

Washington Wizards Reintroduce Classic Uniforms

Washingtonian
August 11, 2022
Author

The team is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its name change from the Bullets. Read more >>

Lightning around the Washington Monument from a previous DC thunderstorm. Photograph by josephgruber, via iStock.

Last Night’s Storm Had an Unusual Amount of Lightning

Washingtonian
August 5, 2022
Author

An expert talks about storms in our area and how to stay safe. Read more >>

Virginia Beach runs 35 miles—one of the world’s longest. Photograph of Virginia Beach by Cameron Davidson.

How to Get From DC to the Beach Without a Car

Washingtonian
August 3, 2022
Author

It's possible to get to Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware beaches without a car—if you plan. Read more >>

The Washington Nationals after beating the Houston Astros in Game 7 of the 2019 World Series. Photograph by Todd Olszewski/Washington Nationals.

The 2019 Nationals: Where They Are Now and When You Can See Them

Washingtonian
August 3, 2022
Author

Soto is gone but will be back this month. Other notable Nats and when they return to DC. Read more >>

Photograph courtesy the Washington Nationals.

Nationals Star Juan Soto Has Been Traded to the San Diego Padres

Washingtonian
August 2, 2022
Author

Josh Bell is also headed to San Diego, while Nats get top prospects. Read more >>

USWNT celebrate winning the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Photograph courtesy of Flickr user appaIoosa.

Tickets Are Now on Sale to See the US Women’s National Soccer Team Play at Audi Field

Washingtonian
August 1, 2022
Author

You can watch Olympic legends in the match against Nigeria on September 6. Read more >>

The mural goes up in Georgetown. Photographs by David Andrews.

A New Mural to Recognize Detained Americans Abroad Is Coming to Georgetown—but It Won’t Last Forever

Washingtonian
July 19, 2022
Author, Photographer

Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan, and DC’s Emad Shargi are among 18 detainees whose images will appear on a 15-foot artwork. Read more >>

Lightning crackles through a purple and orange sky on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. Photograph by David Andrews

Dramatic Photos and Videos Show Power of Tuesday’s Severe Weather

Washingtonian
July 13, 2022
Author, Photographer

Lightning and an orange sunset were stunning, but many in area are still without power. Read more >>

RM for BTS 5th anniversary party in LA photoshoot. Photograph courtesy of Dispatch, May 2018/Wikimedia Commons.

BTS Fans Are Recreating RM’s Instagram Posts at DC’s National Gallery of Art

Washingtonian
June 30, 2022
Author

The K-pop star also blew up the museum's Twitter account. Read more >>

Unity March photographs by David Andrews.

A First of Its Kind March on the National Mall Counters Anti-Asian Racism

Washingtonian
June 27, 2022
Co-Author, Photographer

Unity March addressed everything from immigration to police violence. Read more >>

New York congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Photograph by David Andrews.

Photos from the Supreme Court: Roe v. Wade Has Been Overturned

Washingtonian
June 24, 2022
Photographer

The court's decision on Friday will lead to abortion bans across the country. Read more >>

Elizabeth White protests outside of the Supreme Court after Roe v. Wade is overturned. Photograph by David Andrews.

Devastation, Joy, and Fury: Reactions From the Supreme Court

Washingtonian
June 24, 2022
Co-author, Photographer

"People are going to die and that blood is on the hands of this court." Read more >>

The British Embassy in DC celebrates Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee. Photographs by David Andrews.

PHOTOS: DC’s British Embassy Caps Off Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee

Washingtonian
June 24, 2022
Author, Photographer

See some of the British food and drinks that were featured for a US celebration of the queen. Read more>>

Washington Nationals take on the Boston Red Sox in Ryan Zimmerman's final home game at Nationals Park on October 3, 2021 in Washington, D.C. Photograph courtesy of the Washington Nationals.

Nationals to Retire Ryan Zimmerman’s Number 11 on Saturday

Washingtonian
June 17, 2022
Author

A look at all the events for Ryan Zimmerman Weekend. Read more>>

People march in the DC Pride Parade. Photographs by David Andrews

PHOTOS: Thousands Gathered in DC for the Capital Pride Parade on Saturday

Washingtonian
June 13, 2022
Photographer

The full spectrum of color—and love—was on display. Read more >>

David Hogg, student and survivor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. Photographs by David Andrews.

PHOTOS: Thousands Demanded Stricter Gun Laws on the National Mall Saturday


Washingtonian
June 13, 2022
Photographer

"I don't want to die at school," read one child's sign. Read more >>

A cyclist rides through Logan Circle without guidance from a bike lane. Photo by David Andrews.

Uncrossable: Where DC’s network of bicycle infrastructure falls short

Greater Greater Washington
June 6, 2022
Author, Photographer

DC’s network of wide streets were designed to move cars in and out of the city quickly, but this became unsafe for bicyclists. Read more >>

Food scraps pile up at the Columbia Heights farmers market on Saturday, December 4, 2021.  Photograph by David Andrews

How composting in DC can help reduce food waste in landfills, especially during the holidays

Greater Greater Washington
December 17, 2021
Author, Photographer, Videographer

The holidays are here, which means an annual increase in food waste between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day as more people dine out at restaurants and gather for dinner parties.
Read and watch for more >>

Chris Pyrate poses in front of his “Bloom Dupont” mural in Dupont Circle. Photo by David Andrews

DC’s Chris Pyrate brings his signature Cherry Blossom art to Dupont Circle

Greater Greater Washington
December 10, 2021
Author, Photographer

“I used to take the Metro as a kid,” Pyrate said. “It was my car, train, and plane. And full circle now, I get to come bless it with some art.” Read more >>

Metro Center boards show delays and long waits during rush hour Monday. Photo by David Andrews

So, how was your commute? Riders share stories of taking Metro one day after WMATA pulled 60% of its rail fleet

Greater Greater Washington
October 19, 2021
Author, Photographer

WMATA announced they were pulling all of their 7000-series trains out of service Monday morning as part of the ongoing investigation into the Blue Line train derailment last week. I rode the Red and Green lines to see what the commute was like for riders. Read more >>

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