The 36th annual Mayor’s Arts Awards took place last evening at the historic Howard theatre.
This year’s event recorded a low turnout compared to previous years, but that did not dampen the spirit of attendees as they were treated to a red-carpet followed by amazing performances from local groups such as Batala DC. The annual awards is an inclusive celebration for District residents of all 8 Wards honoring the city’s vibrant creative community and patrons of the arts and humanities.
Choose DC wishes to congratulate the following winners:
- Shaolin Jazz -Excellence in Media Arts
- Luther Wright – Excellence as a Community Arts Advocate
- Osman Alexis Milla – Excellence in the Humanities
- The Southeast Tennis and Learning Center – Excellence in Arts Education
- Anthony Oakes – Excellence in Performance Arts
- Fly Zyah- Excellence in Youth Creativity
- Kiarra Patterson – Emerging Creative Award
- Sam Gilliam – Distinguished Honor
- Jade Foster – Larry Neal Writers’ Award
- Coobaya, LLC – Excellence in Visual Arts
- Sandra Butler- Visionary Leadership
- Mitch Mathis – Excellence in the Nightlife Economy
