Arts & Entertainment:
Happenings in Metro DC
September 18 – 24, 2014
Always call or check the event website before heading out;
Event information is subject to change.
***Washington D.C.***
Spinosaurus: Lost Giant of the Cretaceous
Presented by: National Geographic
National Geographic
Through Sunday, April 12, 2015 ∙ $0-$11
Meet Spinosaurus. At over 50 feet long, 20 feet high and weighing in at 6 tons, Spinosaurus is the largest predatory dinosaur to ever roam the Earth — even bigger than T. rex. This bus-sized dino’s extraordinary features include a crocodile-shaped skull and 7-foot spines forming a sail along its back. Spinosaurus is unlike any other dinosaur you’ve seen or heard of before. Encounter this bizarre predator for the first time at the world premiere of “Spinosaurus: Lost Giant of the Cretaceous.”
In this exhibition, you can explore a full-sized skeletal model as well as genuine dinosaur fossils and learn about the latest technologies modern paleontologists use. Travel with National Geographic explorers and scientists to the remote edges of the Sahara to discover the origins of this rare African dinosaur and the mysterious journey that led to its rediscovery.
Nistha Raj
Presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Thursday, September 18 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
The violinist and Strathmore Artist-in-Residence blends classical Hindustani music with elements of jazz, rock, and beat box to put an entirely new spin on Indian classical music.
Art on 8th: The Duende Quartet
Presented by: Dance Place
Arts Plaza at Monroe Street Market
Thursday, September 18 ∙ 6:30 pm ∙ FREE!
Chill out and relax with Duende Quartet’s hallmark blend of smooth latin jazz and blue note cool!
Listen Local First DC presents Paperhaus
Presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Friday, September 19 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
The popular D.C. psychedelic pop rock band featuring Alex Tebeleff, Eduardo Rivera, and Danny Bentley performs.
2014 NEA National Heritage Fellowships Concert
Presented by: GW Lisner Auditorium
GW Lisner Auditorium
Friday, September 19 ∙ 8:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Celebrate our nation’s top folk and traditional artists in this evening of performances, demonstrations, and conversations! This year’s concert will include blues and Tejano music, African-American religious singing, Irish step dancing, and Native American and Ukrainian traditional art forms. Nick Spitzer, host of public radio’s American Routes, will emcee.
Tickets: This event is free but reservations are required.
FMMC Avanti Orchestral Concert
Presented by: Friday Morning Music Club
Church of the Epiphany
Friday, September 19 ∙ 8:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Pablo Saelzar, conductor. Dvorák Three Legends Op. 59; Mozart Bassoon Concerto, Jeff Ward, bassoon; Dvorák Slavonic Dance, Op. 72, No. 2 (10); Kodály Dances of Galánta.
First Studio: An Art Exploration for 3-5 Year-Olds
Kreeger Museum
Saturday, September 20 – Saturday, December 20 ∙ schedule varies ∙ $0-$7
Children and an adult companion are invited to use their imagination as they explore the paintings, sculpture, and architecture of The Kreeger Museum. Each program includes a gallery tour, analysis of works of art, a story and a hands-on art-making experience.
Focus on Women! Artist Studio Tour to Baltimore
Presented by: Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 10:30 am ∙ $10 transportation fee
Catch the museum shuttle and visit the studios of Carlita White (jewelry design), Michelle Dickson (mixed-media), Amy Boone-McCreesh (mixed-media), and DeAndre Britton (painter).
Metro Mambo: Time Machine
Presented by: Dance Place
Dance Place
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 12:30 pm ∙ FREE!
Joe Conzo, author of “Mambo Diablo: My Journey with Tito Puente” will share his recollections and rare unreleased and live recordings of music by Puente, Machito and Tito Rodriquez as part of this popular Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum program hosted by WPFW’s Jim Byers. A slammin’ dance party featuring Orquesta La Leyenda follows the presentation!
H Street Festival
Presented by: Joy of Motion Dance Center – Atlas
Joy of Motion Dance Center – Atlas
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 1:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Anwar Saleem, Executive Director of H Street Main Street, and the entire H Street community invite you to join us on September 20, 2014 for HStreetFestival 2014, DCs best neighborhood Festival.
Petar Maric
Presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
The Serbian accordionist showcases his unique range and musicality.
Fresh DC
Presented by: Joy of Motion Dance Center – Friendship Heights
Jack Guidone Theater
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 8:00 pm ∙ $13-$25
FRESH is an annual performance series featuring work by Drye/Marinaro Dance (NY/PA), 4thrightdance (NC) and Valerie Ifill (PA). These innovative dance artists/educators share an intense passion for choreography and the creative process.
English Country Dance in DC
Presented by: Dumbarton House
Dumbarton House
Sunday, September 21 ∙ 1:00 pm ∙ $5
English Country Dance is a social, folk dance form, which has earliest documented instances in the late 16th century and was popular well into the Baroque and Regency eras.
All are welcome – no experience necessary, just the desire to have fun.
Harlem Gospel Choir
Howard Theatre
Sundays: September 21, & 28 ∙ 1:00 pm ∙ $35-$45
On any Sunday you can visit with the Harlem Gospel Choir and enjoy a soul food brunch at The Howard Theatre. Here the Choir brings its experience of the Black Church to the U Street district in a foot-stomping, hand-clapping show for fans from around the world. The homestyle all-you-can-eat Southern buffet is guaranteed to fill the hole in your soul, and the Choir’s joyous performance will have you dancing on the stage.
D.C. Legendary Musicians Band
Presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Sunday, September 21 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Representing more than 50 years of music, this band features the talents of D.C. musicians who have performed nationally and internationally with their own bands and other renowned performers such as Wilson Pickett, James Brown, Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Al Green, The Manhattans, and others.
Tudor Tots: Fall Frolic
Presented by: Tudor Place Historic House and Garden
Tudor Place Historic House and Garden
Tuesday, September 23 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ $0-$5
Tudor Place has enchanted young children for almost two centuries. Experience it yourself on Tuesday mornings as we meet to read, sing, and play in the picturesque gardens. This family-friendly program offers a new theme each week, from “adventurous animals” to “growing gardens” and more. Children will participate each week in an interactive read-aloud, songs and themed movements, all related to the week’s topic, and will enjoy sharing this tranquil setting with the grown-ups who care for them. Parent/caregiver must remain with child. Ages 2-4
Ceibadanza
Presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Wednesday, September 24 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
The Ecuadorian dance company offers a contemporary dance performance.
***Maryland***
Nate Smith + KINFOLK
Presented by: Strathmore
Strathmore
Thursday, September 18 ∙ 7:30 pm ∙ $22.50-$25
Drummer Nate Smith presents his “chilled-out, R&B-informed take on jazz” with his ensemble Kinfolk: Kris Bowers, piano; Fima Ephron, bass; Jeremy Most, guitar; Jaleel Shaw, saxophones; and Amma Whatt, vocals. This event takes place in the Mansion.
National Players presents “To Kill a Mockingbird”
Olney Theatre Center
Through Sunday, September 28 ∙ schedule varies ∙ $15
A sleepy, southern town confronts difference and justice through the eyes of six-year old Scout. In the heroics of her father, the struggles of her friends and neighbors, and the threat of a boogeyman, Scout lives through the joys of childhood innocence and the pains of growing up. Based on Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, National Players is proud to stage this tale for the first time in its 65-year history.
Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Rapunzel
The Puppet Co. Playhouse
Friday, September 19 – Sunday, October 12 ∙ schedule varies ∙ $10 [Discount Tickets]
A “bewitching” tale by Duane T. Bowers, of the Grimm’s fairytale, featuring the music of Jacques Ibert. Witch Wartsmith wants a baby, and after bargaining for little Rapunzel, must go to great lengths to keep her out of the hands of a handsome prince. The Puppet Co. uses “coloring-book” charm and the simplicity of hand puppets in a production designed to delight its younger audiences.
Stuart Little
Adventure Theatre MTC
Friday, September 19 – Sunday, October 26 ∙ schedule varies ∙ $10 [Discount Tickets]
Stuart Little is no ordinary mouse. Born to a family of humans, he lives in New York City with his parents, his older brother George, and Snowbell the cat. Shy and thoughtful, Stuart’s greatest adventure comes when his best friend, a beautiful little bird named Margalo, disappears from her nest. Determined to track her down, Stuart ventures away from home for the very first time in his life. He finds adventure aplenty. But will he find his friend?
Based on the Award Winning Book by E.B. White ∙ Adapted for the Stage by Joseph Robinette ∙ Directed by Colin Hovde ∙ Starring Chris Dinolfo ∙ Recommended for All Ages
The Cheikh Ndoye Group
Presented by: Montpelier Arts Center
Montpelier Arts Center
Friday, September 19 ∙ 8:00 pm ∙ $22.50-$25
An accomplished musical artist whose music is a rich fusion of jazz and world music, bassist Cheik Ndoye’s musical influences stem from his Senegalese heritage combined with his love for classic and contemporary American jazz. Ndoye will also be performing with violinist Karen Briggs, guitarist Dan Leonard, drummer Tosin, saxophonist Ted Baker, and pianist Ei Staples.
Exploring Indian Dance
Presented by: Strathmore
Strathmore
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 7:30 pm ∙ $20
This event takes place in the CityDance Studio/Education Rm.
Celebrate movement with three local dance companies and schools, including Natyabhoomi School of Dance, Lasya Dance Academy, and Nrityalaya.
La Santa Cecilia (Mexican-American)
Presented by: The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 8:00 pm ∙ $10-$25
Named after the patron saint of musicians, this modern-day creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock and world music draws inspiration from all over the world, utilizing Pan-American rhythms like cumbia, bossa nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz, rock and klezmer music. Fronted by the lusty-voiced La Marisoul, this band takes on the plight of immigrants and deep social issues sheathed in deceptively seductive tunes that can shift from groovy, psychedelic and ambient, to jaunty, smoky and polyrhythmic. Vivo y en directo desde The Clarice. ¡Vamos!
United States Air Force Band Chamber Players Series- Geoff Reecer Jazz Trio
Presented by: Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington
Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington
Tuesday, September 23 ∙ 8:00 pm ∙ FREE!
The Geoff Reecer Jazz Combo features three members of The US Air Force Airmen of Note playing guitar, clarinet and saxophone, and double bass. This concert will present a tribute to the music of Jazz composers Jim Hall and Jimmy Giuffre.
***Virginia***
The Reduced Shakespeare Company presents The Complete World of Sports (abridged)
Presented by Reston Community Center
CenterStage
Thursday, September 18 ∙ 8:00 pm ∙ $25-$50
In this merciless but affectionate satire, The Reduced Shakespeare Company sets it comic sites on the lunacy of sports. The result is a tour-de-farce of vaudevillian physical comedy that will delight every non-sports fan in the family.
Public Art Collection Tour: Part I
Presented by: Arlington Cultural Affairs
Venue: Artisphere
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 12:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Visit a selection of Arlington’s public art collection along the Rosslyn-Ballston Corridor. Public Art staff and artists from the collection will narrate. Immediately followed by a talk by Nuria Rodríguez, curator of Artisphere’s Think with Your Hands exhibition at 2:00 p.m. Tour starts and ends at Artisphere; meet outside the building.
This event is free, but registration is required.
Children’s Theatre: ”Alice In Wonderland”
Workhouse Arts Center
Weekends through Sunday, September 28 ∙ schedule varies ∙ $10-$13
An original musical adaptation inspired by the classic Lewis Carroll stories. Poor Alice has found herself lost in strange land filled with wondrous inhabitants! Featuring songs based on the poetry from the original text, the Cheshire Cat, the Red Queen, the White Rabbit and the rest of the zany cast will be on hand as Alice adventures through Wonderland. Will she ever find her way home again, or was it all just a dream..?!
Cute Animals Stop, Drop & Roll
Presented by: Jane Franklin Dance
Penrose Square on Columbia Pike
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 7:00 pm ∙ FREE!
At the dog park, most people know the names of the dogs, but not the name of their owner. This casual community of animal lovers and Jane Franklin Dance spark a connection with those who share a common interest. Stop, Drop & Roll is for two groups in an opposing structure of athletic-inspired movement! Have you ever gone to a ball game and marveled at the timing and chance moments of teamwork? A movement plan explores competition and random opposition.
The Intergalactic Nemesis: Robot Planet Rising
Presented by: Artisphere
Artisphere
Saturday, September 20 ∙ 8:00 pm & Sunday, September 21, 2014 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ $20-$25
The world tour of the cult favorite from Austin, Texas, that’s played a limited run on Broadway and sold out the Kennedy Center now has a sequel… Earlier this year, Artisphere presented a whole new form of theatre, the Live-Action Graphic Novel, with The Intergalactic Nemesis, Book One: Target Earth. So it is with extreme pride that we present the sequel: Robot Planet Rising. Here’s how it works: Three actors voice the dozens of characters, a Foley artist creates all the sound effects, and a pianist plays a cinematic score, while more than 1,250 individual full-color hi-res comic book panels tell a hilarious sci-fi adventure story visually from an enormous movie screen. And it’s all done live in front of your eyes.
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Classics Go Pop!
Presented by: George Mason University’s Center for the Arts
George Mason University’s Center for the Arts
Sunday, September 21 ∙ 7:00 pm ∙ $24-$40
Jeffrey Siegel opens his season of Keyboard Conversations with a stellar program of well-loved and familiar compositions by some of the world’s most gifted composers. This captivating pianist has entertained and enlightened audiences for more than 40 years with his brilliant “concerts with commentary” series. Featuring a collection of music that never goes out of style or loses its enormous appeal, this exciting program includes favorites by Gershwin, Chopin, Schubert, Mendelssohn, and much more.
Stop, Drop & Roll
Presented by: Jane Franklin Dance
Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library
Wednesday, September 24 ∙ 7:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Two groups in an opposing structure of athletic-inspired movement! Have you ever gone to a ball game and marveled at the timing and chance moments of teamwork? A movement plan by Jane Franklin Dance explores competition and random opposition
Curious George
Publick Playhouse
Thursday, September 25 ∙ 10:15 am & 12:00 pm ∙ $6-$8
Enjoy this great new musical starring everyone’s favorite storybook monkey. Curious George’s inquisitive, attention-getting stunts make their mark in Rome, where he helps a chef win the Golden Meatball Contest. Recommended for grades pre-K – 3.
Museum Day Live!
Presented by: National Museum of Women in the Arts
National Museum of Women in the Arts
Saturday, September 27 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE with Museum Day Live! Ticket [Details]
Please note the museum will close at 1pm (instead of 5pm) due to unforeseen circumstances.
NMWA is opening its doors free of charge as part of Smithsonian magazine’s tenth annual Museum Day Live! This nationwide event offers free admission to visitors presenting a Museum Day Live! ticket at a participating museum or cultural institution. Be sure to check out the popular exhibition, Total Art: Contemporary Video, and the latest installation, Soda_Jerk: After the Rainbow.
The Emperor’s New Clothes
Presented by: The Alden
The Alden
Saturday, September 27 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ $10-$15
What’s big and fat and loves to dress up in fancy clothes? The Hans Christian Andersen story takes on a whole new dimension as this classic is transformed with vivid puppetry, performed by Grey Seal Puppets.
Asheru’s Guerilla Arts Ink
Presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Saturday, September 27 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Founded by award-winning hip-hop artist and U.S. State Department Global Ambassador Gabriel “Asheru” Benn, Guerilla Arts Ink is a local arts organization dedicated to serving area youth with authentic arts and cultural programming and apprenticeship opportunities, led by a group of top-notch teaching artists across all genres and media. This performance is a showcase featuring the talents of a very special group of teaching artists who have dedicated their time and talents to make the world a better place.
Deviated Theatre
Presented by: Dance Place
Dance Place
Saturday, September 27 ∙ 8:00 pm & Sunday, September 28 ∙ 7:00 pm ∙ $15-$30
DEVIATED THEATRE performs in creature, an original fairytale for the digital age by Kimmie Dobbs Chan and Enoch Chan, which comes to life in a mix of acting, aerials, and contemporary dance. The tension between humanity’s cosmic origins—as ‘creature’—and humanity’s special potential—as ‘creator’—progresses toward an imminent apocalypse. Humanity splinters into the ‘born’ and the ‘made’ who take their chances in a new ‘age of unreason’. One human boy is there to witness it all.
Target Family Night: Youth Speaks “Raise Up” Contest Winners
Presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Sunday, September 28 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
The Kennedy Center and Youth Speaks present a hip-hop and spoken word program featuring the winners of a nationwide competition designed to use the power of spoken word, hip-hop, and the reach of public media to foster a discussion among young people about their education and future aspirations.
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