Marcel Penzes

Marcel Penzes brings a joyful, communal take on New Orleans jazz to the Kennedy Center’s River Pavilion at The REACH. The trombonist and composer explores jazz as a collective expression of life, performing music that travels from the second-line tradition to the concert hall.

The program draws from the songbooks of Louis Armstrong, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and other New Orleans jazz artists.

When: Friday, October 16, 2026

Showtime: 6 p.m.

Venue: River Pavilion at The REACH, Kennedy Center

Genre: Jazz

Lineup: Marcel Penzes, trombonist and composer

Program: Music of New Orleans, including selections associated with Louis Armstrong, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and others.

Tickets: Free

Entry: Walk-ins are welcome. No advance registration or tickets are required.

Seating: A limited number of seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Format: The Millennium Stage program is presented in person, with livestream availability indicated on the event page.

Run time: Not listed.

Ages: No age restriction is listed.

Venue notes: Guests may bring picnics to The REACH’s outdoor spaces during non-event times. On-site concessions and beverages will be available for purchase. Personal chairs must be no more than 36 inches high, and coolers must be 16 quarts or smaller.

Event note: The event and artist are subject to change without prior notice. Visitors should check the Kennedy Center website on the day of the performance for updates.