Backstage at the Sanctuary

06/06/2024

We outdid ourselves with this one. Thank you George Pelecanos,Johnny Temple, Sohrab Habibion, Brendan Canty, and Pete Stahl for an unforgettable afternoon, Thank you to our crew and volunteers for making it happen...and thank you Mike Landsman for capturing a bit of the day.

06/02/2024

Three sell outs in a row. Thank you for all of your support! Please tell your friends about Backstage.

05/28/2024

How did George Pelecanos end up on the same bill as Pete Stahl, Brendan Canty, Anthony Pirog, and Johnny Temple ? Come find out THIS SUNDAY...BACKSTAGE @ the SANCTUARY. Tickets moving fast on Eventbrite. Don't miss this singular event!

05/26/2024

05/24/2024

Looking forward to hearing about how "Buster" came to life...as well as other stories when we go Backstage With George Pelecanos SUNDAY JUNE 2nd! Plus we will have a stellar line-up performing canine related songs. Don't miss this crazy, cool event. Tickets going fast on eventbrite

OUT NOW! Buster: A Dog by George Pelecanos is available anywhere books are sold. Order from our website for 25% off! https://buff.ly/3JEb1DB 🐾

“This is great writing in every sentence. Yes, it’s from a dog’s point of view, and yes, we get the primary occurrences in any male dog’s life. But this book is about America. You will read it straight through, then want to read it again. Buster is the dog we all want. Pelecanos is the writer we all wish we were.”
—Chris Offutt, author of Code of the Hills

05/21/2024

Catching our breath after our phenomenal event this past Sunday with The Slickee Boys ...but our next show is coming right up with George Pelecanos !! Musical interludes provided by Pete Stahl, Johnny Temple, Brendan Canty and Anthony Pirog !

05/19/2024

Thank you for your support!

05/17/2024

We made the Washington Post's Going Out guide ! Thanks for the shout-out:
"Backstage with the Slickee Boys at the Palisades Hub
The Slickee Boys are D.C. music royalty: They’ve played 9:30 Club more than any other band (mostly when it was actually on F Street NW). They opened for the Ramones, and, in turn, had a young band called U2 open for them at the Bayou. They had an MTV hit with “When I Go to the Beach,” a rockabilly-surf rave-up that’s probably their second most famous tune, after the punk snarl of “This Party Sucks.” Almost half a century after they formed, the Slickees — credited with releasing one of the first new wave records — are getting back together at the Palisades Hub to talk about the history of the group with journalist Mark Segraves, and perhaps teach the younger folks how to rock. 4 p.m. $15-$20."

05/16/2024

Are you sitting around wondering if you should get tickets in advance for The Slickee Boys BACKSTAGE event this SUNDAY? The answer is definitely YES!! We are very close to a sell out. Tickets on eventbrite.

05/10/2024

Got memories ?
This poster up for auction at our wild and crazy BACKSTAGE with The SLICKEE BOYS event coming up fast-SUNDAY MAY 19th!! Tickets on eventbrite.

05/08/2024

Do YOU miss The Slickee Boys as much as we do? Then you'll want to be BACKSTAGE with us on SUNDAY MAY 19th ! Don't forget to secure a seat for this exclusive and RARE EVENT. TICKETS are going fast on eventbrite!

from L-R Dan Palenski, Kim Kane, Mark Alan Noone, Emery Olexa, Marshall Keith

04/28/2024

Our photographer Mike Landsman had a busy day last Sunday! Thank you for all these great shots, Mike ! The Slickee Boys are up next Backstage at the Sanctuary on MAY 19th!! Have no regrets- get your tickets early for this one!

04/26/2024

Can't wait for The SLICKEE BOYS Backstage on May 19th ? Then check out our HUb Cap Centre concert DOWNSTAIRS with Slickee Boy MARSHALL KEITH on MAY 4th. Marshall will kick off the night solo, and then join Alice Despard (another BACKSTAGE alum) and her seven piece band in a tribute to Sparklehorse. It's going to be a night to remember! Tickets on eventbrite- see link in comments.

04/25/2024

Trust me when I tell you, Slickee Boys fans will not want to miss this event. You’ll be sorry if you do. More than that I’m contractually prohibited from saying. Backstage at the Sanctuary The After Dark Fund Palisades Hub Get tickets while you can.

Live and in Person: The Slickee Boys

04/23/2024

We are so psyched to have the Slickees back. Details coming soon !
If you can't wait- find the tickets on sale on Eventbrite.

04/20/2024

Online ticket sales have reached capacity. However, a limited number of tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Doors open at 3:30. Tickets $20. THANK YOU for all of your support!!!

04/12/2024

It hard to imagine a person who does more for our musical community than this guy. I count myself very fortunate to have him as a partner in The After Dark Fund, a mentor and most importantly a great friend. Happy Happy Ron Newmyer Join us Sunday April 21st as we celebrate his journey. Backstage with Ronnie Newmyer

04/10/2024

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03/27/2024

Thank you URBAN VERBS! Thank you Bob Boilen, Mark Segraves and our myriad of volunteers !! And thank you ace photographer Mike Landsman who captured the event for those who came and for those who missed....

03/24/2024

We are extremely lucky to have the one. and only Bob Boilen on our tech staff for the show today. Thanks to Bob- Roddy Frantz will be zooming in to join Danny Frankel, Robin Rose, and Linda France in person for our Urban Verbs conversation event. This isn't likely to happen again, people, so the Next Question is ...did you get your ticket? Last call for the frenzy....Show starts at 4 PM Eastern Savings Time

03/24/2024

In 1978 after seeing The Urban Verbs at CBGB’s in NYC, famed producer and Roxy Music founder Brian Eno wrote this letter to the Verbs which would lead to a recording deal. Join us today Backstage with The Urban Verbs as the band reunites to talk about their musical journey. Palisades Hub The After Dark Fund

03/22/2024

This Sunday it’s Backstage with The Urban Verbs !
Get tickets before they sell out

Revisit the 1980s DC Music/Art scene with the Urban Verbs.

03/22/2024

One more poster up for auction at our BACKSTAGE with the URBAN VERBS event this SUNDAY! Proceeds will benefit the After Dark Fund for musicians and our programming. Thank you Susan Marquis and Christopher Thompson for donating this cool piece of DC music history. Tickets going fast... link in comments.

12/09/2023

Tomorrow Daryl Davis an evening of conversation & music Backstage at the Sanctuary 4pm Palisades Hub

From Chuck Berry to the Klux Klan, Daryl Davis has stories to tell... December 10, 2023

12/06/2023

Get ready for an unforgettable event this SUNDAY with Daryl Davis ! Experience music and captivating stories from a legend who's shared the stage with Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, and the Rolling Stones.

Daryl's not just a music icon—he's a catalyst for change, renowned for helping former white supremacists rethink their beliefs.

Don't miss out !! ticket link in comment below

12/03/2023

We NEVER know what will happen or who will show up Backstage...but Daryl Davis !is coming for sure....NEXT SUNDAY Dec 10th! Don't miss out- secure your tickets today on Eventbrite. See link in our Backstage event posts.

12/01/2023

Our good friend Jim Robeson who has played with and produced so many local bands, could use our thoughts and support as his family deals with some health issues.
Please consider making a donation to their gofundme effort.

Hi, my name is Marcy. I'm part of the help team for Jim and Marianne along with Cathy… Marcy A. Marxer needs your support for Jim and Marianne Robeson's Team

11/28/2023

Here's a Giving Tuesday no brainer.give yourself (or a friend) tickets to Backstage with Daryl Davis, and you are supporting: a live performance by an ass-kicking piano player, archiving music history, a non-profit performance space, connecting humans with each other, and last but certainly not least, an eloquent man who speaks truth to race relations. All of our shows are run by tireless volunteers, including our moderator, Mark Segraves of NBC 4 at the helm.
We are uber excited to have Daryl Davis appearing on SUNDAY Dec 10th!

11/21/2023

EVERYONE should get a chance to hear what Daryl Davis has to say...plus we get to hear him play! Don;t miss this unique event..SUNDAY DEC 10th

From Chuck Berry to the Klux Klan, Daryl Davis has stories to tell... December 10, 2023

11/16/2023

A shout out and THANK YOU to Mike Landsman, our tireless minister of rock n roll photography. Thank you for all the stellar shots of Backstage at the Sanctuary events, The Palisades Hub Cap Centre concerts, and many other musical events around town. You're a rock star.

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