Honors Highlights of 2013
The 36th Kennedy Center Honors presented awards to opera singer Martina Arroyo; pianist, keyboardist, bandleader and composer Herbie Hancock; pianist, singer and songwriter Billy Joel; actress Shirley MacLaine; and musician and songwriter Carlos Santana.
Celebrate artists recognized for their contributions to American culture through the performing arts — whether in music, dance, theater, opera, motion pictures, or television.
Explore our deep archive of video highlights from this annual event paying tribute to our nation's preeminent artists with performances by the great stars of today who have followed in their footsteps.
Cynthia Erivo has graced the Kennedy Center stages for nearly a decade. See some of her most memorable performances here.
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Watch extraordinary performances from the Kennedy Center's stages and beyond.
