MetroStage at the Lyceum presents: An Evening with Robert E. Person

Mon Feb 23 2026 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm UTC-05:00

The Lyceum: Alexandria's History Museum | Alexandria

MetroStage
Publisher/HostMetroStage
MetroStage at the Lyceum presents: An Evening with Robert E. Person
Advertisement
Celebrate Black History Month with Robert E. Person, tracing the Negro Spiritual’s influence on Jazz and Gospel through music and story.
About this Event

Roots & Reverence: The Spirituals That Shaped America

Celebrate Black History Month with an unforgettable evening featuring Robert E. Person, joined by his backup singers and a dynamic ensemble of piano, bass, and drums.

This powerful musical journey traces the Negro Spiritual from its sacred origins through its profound influence on Jazz and Gospel. Through soul-stirring melodies, rich storytelling, and rhythmic expression, experience the music that formed the spiritual backbone of American culture.

Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Lyceum: Alexandria's History Museum, 201 South Washington Street, Alexandria, United States

Tickets

USD 33.85

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Alexandria

Billy F. Gibbons and The BFG Band
Sun, 22 Feb at 07:00 pm Billy F. Gibbons and The BFG Band

Birchmere Music Hall

Daryl Davis Presents: Thanks For The Memories 2025!
Sun, 22 Feb at 07:30 pm Daryl Davis Presents: Thanks For The Memories 2025!

Birchmere

Authenticity, over algorithms : social media for humans
Mon, 23 Feb at 11:00 am Authenticity, over algorithms : social media for humans

1415 King St

NOVA Regional Meet-up - Alexandria, VA
Mon, 23 Feb at 05:30 pm NOVA Regional Meet-up - Alexandria, VA

Casa Tequila Bar & Grill - Alexandria

February Five Course Wine Pairing Dinner
Mon, 23 Feb at 06:00 pm February Five Course Wine Pairing Dinner

Piece Out Del Ray

Classics Book Club: War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
Mon, 23 Feb at 06:00 pm Classics Book Club: War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy

2200 Mt Vernon Ave

Billy F Gibbons and the BFG Band
Mon, 23 Feb at 07:30 pm Billy F Gibbons and the BFG Band

Birchmere

Billy F Gibbons and the BFG Band
Tue, 24 Feb at 12:30 am Billy F Gibbons and the BFG Band

Birchmere Music Hall

\ud83c\udf55 Tuesday, Feb. 24th - Joe Chiocca & JohnDC from Combo Indigo at Lena's! 6-9 PM
Tue, 24 Feb at 06:00 pm 🍕 Tuesday, Feb. 24th - Joe Chiocca & JohnDC from Combo Indigo at Lena's! 6-9 PM

Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap

Stop and Smell the Chocolate -  Flower Arranging Workshop
Tue, 24 Feb at 06:30 pm Stop and Smell the Chocolate - Flower Arranging Workshop

Petal's Edge Floral Design

February M**der by the Book Club: King of Ashes
Tue, 24 Feb at 07:00 pm February M**der by the Book Club: King of Ashes

Old Town Books

Trauma-Informed Ministry: An Educational Workshop for Church Leaders
Tue, 24 Feb at 07:00 pm Trauma-Informed Ministry: An Educational Workshop for Church Leaders

Addison Academic Center

Alexandria is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Alexandria Events