ENTERTAINMENT
PLTI goes to Metrostage for “Be Careful! The Sharks Will Eat You!”
Make plans to see a remarkable show that sold out in NY, Miami and LA! “Be Careful! The Sharks Will Eat You” is a show NYTheater.com called “a story filled with strength of character, laughter, identity, and hope.” Great theater is reason enough to buy but the tickets are for a great cause too.
Yuris Night is Back at Artisphere
On April 14th Artisphere will host an “out of this world art extravaganza” with 15 visual artists, 20 performers, and two bands. The “Wrath of Shock-a-Khan” featuring burlesque performances from DC and NYC starlets and a 45-minute performance as the S.S.S. Gagarin crew gets flown for a loop when their old Starfleet Academy buddy Shock-a-Khan comes to call.
The Clean Water Network’s Earth Day Celebration
It’s hard to imagine what DC would look like if the city were not surrounded by water. There would be no sparking views of the Potomac from monuments, no canals to walk along in Georgetown, no falls to dip your toes in on the Billy Goat Trail and no hope of continued restoration and revitalization along the Anacostia.
So come celebrate the natural resource that makes our city so enjoyable with the Clean Water Network at the coalition’s Earth Day Celebration. The event, which will also commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, one of our nation’s landmark environmental laws, will take place on Sunday, April 22 from 3:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at 1st and Potomac Avenue, SE.
National Geographic Live!
One of my most vivid childhood memories is of marveling at the sleek pages of my fathers National Geographic magazines. Thus, I was beyond excited to learn that Nat Geo is hosting live presentations by leading explorers, scientists, photographers, and performing artists right here in DC, thereby bringing those glossy images to life.
The Charlie Visconage Show at the DC Arts Center
Comedian, storyteller, and podcast Jockey Charlie Visconage and Executive Producer, Tohper Bellavia bring you a new late-night talk show focused on connecting audiences with DC-area artists. Premiering on Jan 26th at the DC Arts Center in Adams Morgan, The Charlie Visconage Show will be filmed in front of a live audience every Thursday night featuring monologues, interviews with DC artists, live music performances, comedy, and audience interactions.
ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival DC-MD-VA
The ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival débuts it’s DC tour this February. The award-winning national film festival promotes awareness and appreciation of the lives of people with different disabilities. Through features, documentaries and shorts it showcases their unique experience and highlights their artistic expression. The films present stories of people living with, and overcoming, extraordinary disadvantages including autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, blindness and mental health issues.
The Mad Hatter’s Dance Party to Celebrate Washington Ballet’s Alice
The Mad Hatter’s Dance Party celebrates the upcoming premiere of The Washington Ballet’s Alice (in Wonderland). The event is the 11th annual Jete Society Dance Party, which has become one of the most popular young professionals events in Washington.
Turning Back the Clock for New Years Eve in DC
Being the über nostalgic retro-fiend that I am, I was thrilled to discover that turning back the clock (a lot!) seems to be the pervasive theme in DC this NYE. What better way to wrap up 2011 than with a nod to golden ages past? I’ve rounded up of some the most alluring other era soirées. Here they are listed in chronological order from the fifteenth century to the roaring twenties all the way to the amped eighties. I’m having the hardest time deciding which one to attend, times like this I wish I had a DeLorean! Read on!….
Experience Celtic Tradition at the 41st Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend
The 41st Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend in Old Town Alexandria will awe attendees with their renowned parade, Scottish tastings, holiday sales, crafts with Santa and “Plaid the Dog,” and several other Celtic and holiday inspired events! Put on your tartans and other fairings and make sure you arrive early because this annual event attracts nearly 30,000 individuals and families who come to watch over 100 Scottish clans, pipe and drum bands, dancers, re-enactors, and their Celtic canines rally down the streets of Old Town Alexandria for the Scottish Christmas Walk.
Take a Break from Holiday Shopping and Attend the Capital Irish Film Festival
What’s the best way to experience Irish culture without leaving the U.S.? Attend one of Solas Nua’s programs. You won’t want to miss their 2011 Capital Irish Film Festival (CIFF), which runs from December 1 to December 10 with screenings at the E Street Cinema and the Goethe Institute in DC.
Chrismahanakwanzicah…Or Something Like That
This year, let’s add a little culture to our holiday traditions! Check out a few of these events celebrating Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and Christmas! Read on about Chanukah on the Ellipse 2011, 25th Annual MatzoBall, Dance Place Kwanzaa Celebration, Free screening of The Black Candle: A Kwanzaa Celebration, 7th Annual Downtown Holiday Market, and the Norwegian Christmas at Union Station…
Free Screenings of Marilyn Monroe Films at the National Theater
I don’t know about you, but I often feel like there are no more first-rate “bombshells” left in the movie industry these days. When I need a fix of some classic Hollywood glamour I look to the vintage tinseltown films of era’s past. The National Theater seems to agree with me on this point, and in that spirit they’ve been hosting free Marilyn Monroe films on Monday nights since late September. There are only 2 screenings left, but they’re some of the best ones!
