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Taiko Drumming w/ Mark Rooney

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Taiko Drumming w/ Mark Rooney

In-Person Performance

Morning Discovery Theater

Thursday, May 9, 2024 - 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET
Code: DT26091
Location:
National Museum of Natural History
Baird Auditorium
10th St & Constitution Ave, NW
Metro: Federal Triangle
Select your Registration
$6
Child Member
$6
Member
$8
Adult
$7
Child
$3
Child under 2

BOOM! Taiko drum artist Mark Rooney mixes the traditional power of this huge instrument with a modern vibe. His interactive performance rocks the house with massive sound and energy as participants learn some fascinating musical history and Japanese vocabulary—and have a chance to try their hand at playing these big drums! 

The educational content in this show is recommended for Ages 5 and up (Kindergarten and up).

Note About Children under 2
Everyone must have a ticket to enter, including children under the age of 2.  Please add the "Child Under 2" price type to your cart when completing your purchase.

Group Sales
If you are buying tickets for a group of 10 or more children, please contact us at 202-633-8700 for the group rate.  We are not able to refund you if you purchase full-price tickets online.

Health & Safety for In-Person Performances
All Discovery Theater performances are held in person and will be sold to full capacity.  If you have any questions regarding Health & Safety, please review our Health & Safety page or contact us via Email.

Discovery Theater Tickets
We are not mailing out physical tickets; please hang on to your email confirmation so you can reference your show information.  Individual ticket buyers may also re-send their email confirmation to themselves by logging into their account on SmithsonianAssociates.org.  Upon arrival to the theater, all ticketholders will be asked to check-in at the Box Office and wait to be seated by a House Manager.