Wolf Trap Cancels 2020 Performing Arts Season Due To Coronavirus

VIENNA, VA – All 2020 summer performances at the Filene Center, Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods and The Barns at Wolf Trap have been canceled due to the new coronavirus, the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has announced.

This is the first time in nearly 50 years the foundation will not host live performances through the summer, according to the announcement.

“The continued health and well-being of the Wolf Trap community of patrons, artists, and staff are of paramount importance to us," said CEO Arvind Manocha in a prepared statement. "Concern for the welfare of all makes summer gatherings for performances unfeasible.”

Wolf Trap is a popular summer destination that brings community members together to enjoy the performing arts in a unique setting. The 117-acre park is the official partner to the National Park Service and hosts more than 100 performances across genres each summer.

Over the summer, the foundation will develop and distribute new content from the Barns and the National Park in order to bring music to audiences.

2020 summer season ticket holders may donate all or a portion of the value of their tickets to Wolf Trap Foundation's "Music Moves Us Fund" as a taxable deduction. Ticket holders may also exchange tickets for a Wolf Trap gift card, which can be used for future ticket or concession purchases. The foundation will also provide full refunds for those who would like them.

The 2020 Wolf Trap Opera residency program will continue providing training and digital performance opportunities for emerging talent.