The 40th annual Mayor’s Arts Awards presented by Mayor Muriel Bowser, united artists, cultural leaders, and community members at the National Theatre in Washington, D.C., on Thursday for an evening that not only celebrated creative excellence but also highlighted the vital role of the arts in the nation’s capital.

The evening was hosted by Tommy McFly of NBC4 Washington and featured performances by Grammy-nominated recording artist Eric Roberson , the Washington Ballet , Black Alley and many more performers.

Crush Funk Brass Band , who performed early in the night, looked forward to energizing the crowd during the awards show.

“We’re just looking to have a good time and bring the good street sounds of D.C. into the theater,” the band told The Informer ahead of their performan

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