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Preview: WETA Arts February 2026

Preview: Season 13 Episode 5 | 30s

Stanley J. Thurston’s Heritage Signature Chorale; DC Improv at President Lincoln’s Cottage

WETA Arts returns in February with a spotlight on Stanley J. Thurston, founder of the Heritage Signature Chorale, a choir showcasing African American choral traditions. Viewers also learn about an unexpected partnership between President Lincoln’s Cottage and the DC Improv Comedy Club, featuring stand-up performances by comedians who are also lawyers.

02/09/2026

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How Stanley Thurston and His Choir Elevate Black Choral Music in DC

How Stanley Thurston and His Choir Elevate Black Choral Music in DC

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Clip: S13 Ep5 | 13m 29s | Go behind the scenes with Stanley Thurston and the new Heritage Signature Chorale Chamber Singers. (13m 29s)

Inside DC Improv’s Two Faces Comedy Series at Lincoln’s Cottage

Inside DC Improv’s Two Faces Comedy Series at Lincoln’s Cottage

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Clip: S13 Ep5 | 13m 1s | Stand up comedians perform at inside President Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington, D.C. (13m 1s)

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