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The National Building Museum is building an indoor beach this summer. [Arts Desk]

Ballet superstar Misty Copeland brings the adoring crowds to the Kennedy Center for Swan Lake. [Post]

PriestsKatie Alice Greer talks D.C. music history, sexuality, and cost of living. [Metro Weekly]

Damaged City Fest organizers Nick Candela and Chris Moore, both of Coke Bust, bought plane tickets for one of their favorite Canadian bands to come play the festival. [DCist]

TheatreWashington’s 27-year president and CEO, Linda Levy, is retiring to focus on healing from a neurological condition. [DC Theatre Scene]

Hong Le, a Washingtonian photo editor, offers cherry-blossom pic tips. [Washingtonian]