The Washington, DC metropolitan region hosts some of the most spectacular and dazzling performing arts events in the nation, from Bach and ballet to international festivals. Within our nation's capital city are elegant, world-class venues like The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts or the DAR Constitutional Hall. Throughout the suburbs, wonderful cultural centers and smaller intimate theatres ensure a kaleidoscope of exciting performances and events. Support for the arts is strong in this region, and residents enjoy a steady stream of traveling companies from across the globe.