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s spring warms and brightens Washington, DC, and the Mid-Atlantic region, exciting new events and attractions are blooming, from flower festivals and beer celebrations to a new thrill ride and a CROC exhibition. In this issue, as the weather starts to cooperate,

DC Metro+ is spotlighting the best that can be enjoyed outdoors, as well as top indoor activities and attractions. Whether you’re planning a trip to, or driving

Publisher & Editor John Parisi Design & Layout Emily Christenson Events Editor Kathleen McDonough Contributing Editor Eva Leonard Dining Editor Chef Danielle Turner

through DC, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware or Pennsylvania this spring, we have

Travel Editor Amy Trotter Houston

you covered!

Contributing Writers Amy Trotter Houston Kathleen Landrum Kathleen McDonough

Whether you want to join the Rolling Thunder Memorial Day Ride, enjoy the lush gardens of historic estates, sample the many brunch options in the nation’s capital, take in an exhibition at the newly renovated Renwick Gallery, or visit a theme park, there’s something in DC and DC Metro+ to suit every age and interest.

We’re here to help you see, do, and experience more!

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Photo Credits Cover: Photo by Bruce Petschek Pg 4

Delaware Museum of Art, photo by Leslie Kipp

Pg 9 Old town Historic Homes and Garden Tour; photo by Betty Prouty Pg 19 Richmond ride, photo by Kate Magee Valentine Museum, photo by Virginia Hamrick Photography Pg 20 Mt. Cuba Center, Courtesy of Mt. Cuba Center Delaware Art Museum, photo by Filorian Hulzherr Pg 21 Courtesy of Maketto, photo by Rey Lopez Pg 22 Courtesy of Maketto, photo by Rey Lopez Pg 23 All the Way – Courtesy of Oregon Shakespeare Fetival, photo by Jenny Graham Jersey Boys, photo by Jeremy Dancel Pg 24 110 in the Shade, photo by Scott Suchman Annie, photo by Joan Marcus Pg 25 Wizard of Oz, photo by Daniel A. Swalec Romeo and Juliet, photo courtesy of Synetic Theater Pg 27 Crocs, photo by Mark Theissen/ National Geographic

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CONTENTS

Departments Delaware art museum, from Romantic Getaways, page 18

Features

EvEnts 4

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thEatEr 23

romantic Getaways

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Events

Take a look at WHAT’S going on in and around the DC AREA

Rolling Thunder Motorcycle “Ride For Freedom”

March 5

March 10-12

March 12

Join Alexandria’s Ballyshaners (Gaelic for “Old Towner”) at this family-friendly celebration that honors the area’s proud Irish-American heritage and includes a classic car competition and dog show.

FREE! The parade begins at King and Alfred Sts. and follows a route down King St., past the reviewing stand at N. Royal St., ending at Lee and Cameron Sts. Parade start: 12:30pm; Classic Car Show: 9am, 100 N. Pitt at King St.; Fun Dog Show: 10:30am in Market Square (corner of N. Royal and King Sts., Alexandria, VA 22314).  www.ballyshaners.org

DC’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon makes running fun, with bands along the course and the energy of a festival weekend–thanks to its world-class Health & Fitness Expo. All this and a finish line festival and concert headlined by urban soul legends, Tower of Power! Expo showcases the latest in running technologies, fitness apparel, health & nutrition information and interactive displays. FREE and open to the public. See website for full schedule.

DC Armory, 2001 E Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003.  www.runrocknroll.competitor.com/usa

Get your green on and join in the mayhem at America’s largest St. Patty’s festival! ShamrockFest transforms RFK Stadium into a sea of green, where 30+ live bands and DJ’s on 6 stages–along with an Irish Village and party zones, food, drink, carnival rides and other extreme activities–keep the party going. $19.99 and up (Early-bird and group discounts available on-line). 3-11pm, rain or shine. RFK Stadium Festival Grounds, 2400 E. Capital Street, SE Washington DC 20003. For complete lineup and tickets:  www.shamrockfest.com

35th Annual Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Rock ‘n’ Roll USA Marathon and Health & Fitness Expo

17th Annual National ShamrockFest

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March 13

45th Annual DC St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, and this parade is truly for everyone. It’s a day when people all over the DC area come together to enjoy the sharing of culture, the celebration of being Irish – or almost Irish – and to view over 100 marching bands, pipe bands, military units, dance schools, floats and more! Viewing of the parade is FREE and open to the public.

Tickets required for grandstand seating ($15). 12-3pm. Constitution Avenue, between 7th and 17th Streets, NW, with grandstands located between 15th and 16th Streets, NW.  www.dcstpatsparade.com March 19

9th Annual Eggstravaganza at Tudor Place

March 27

Easter Sunrise Services Truly memorable worship experiences are offered to DC Metro area visitors and residents this Easter.

Lincoln Memorial

Join what has become a Washington tradition when thousands gather at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial for an inspiring Easter service.

6:30am, rain or shine. Lincoln Memorial, Independence Ave. and 23rd Street, SW, Washington, DC 20001.  www.capitalchurch.net

Arlington Cemetery

The annual Sunrise Service will take place in the Memorial Amphitheater with a musical prelude by the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” beginning at 6:15am and nondenominational worship service beginning at 6:30am.

Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211.  www.arlingtoncemetery.mil

As these services are out-of-doors, attendees are advised to dress comfortably and bring a coat or blanket for the often brisk morning weather.

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Rolling lawns, spring blooms, and the elegant mansion on a hill serve as backdrop for this festive annual attraction in DC’s historic Georgetown neighborhood. Join the Easter Bunny and children of all ages for an egg hunt (starting 10:30am) and thrilling egg roll contest down the grand south lawn (10:45am). Decorate eggs, play games from the past, take photos with the Easter Bunny and make the 5½-acre gardens your play space for the morning. Bring your own basket, spoon, and one hard-boiled egg per child. Member Child: $7; Nonmember Child: $10; Adult Chaperones $5.

10am-12pm. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, 1644 31st Street NW, Washington, DC 20007.  www.tudorplace.org

Eggstravaganza at Tudor Place

Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus

King’s Dominion opens for a season of thrills

March 25-27

Opening Weekend Easter EGGstravaganza at King’s Dominion

Get ready to join in the fun and thrills as a new season kicks off! Besides celebrating Easter and the arrival of spring at Virginia’s premier family amusement park, get ready to defy gravity on their newest ride, Delirium, a powerful, spinning pendulum on which riders will soar to new heights while experiencing gravity-defying hang time!

Also enjoy the Easter EGGsploration scavenger hunt, petting zoo, crafts, photo opportunities with Eggward the Easter Bunny and more! See website for tickets, park hours and directions. Kings Dominion, 16000 Theme Park Way, Doswell, VA 23047.  www.kingsdominion.com March 31-April 3 (DC), April 6-17 (Fairfax)

Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus

The circus comes to town and it’s truly the greatest show on earth! Get ready for “Circus Xtreme”, packing un-xpected spectacles that have never been seen before and can’t be seen anywhere else.

Get ready for an x-hilarating adventure with x-traordinary circus artists and magnificent x-otic animals. And x-perience one of the last appearances by the

circus’ famous Asian elephants, before they retire to the Barnum & Bailey Center for Elephant Conservation this summer. Mar 31-Apr 3: Verizon Center, 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004; Apr 6-17: Eaglebank Arena, 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax, VA. 22030. For schedule and tickets:  www.ringling.com April 7

Washington Nationals Opening Day

The Boys of Summer are back and the “Nats” and their fans eagerly anticipate the 2016 season at their home opener against the Miami Marlins. The team schedule includes 81 home dates and continues through October 2nd.

4:05pm. Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol Street, SE Washington, DC 20003.  www.washington.nationals.mlb.com April 14-24

Filmfest DC

The Washington DC International Film Festival returns to the nation’s capital for its 30th year with an exciting program of features, documentaries and shorts, representing the best new cinema from around the world. At venues throughout DC. Visit website for full schedule, films, locations and tickets.  www.filmfestdc.org April 21-24

34th Annual Smithsonian Craft Show

Widely regarded as the country’s most prestigious juried show and sale of fine American sculptural objects and design,

the show exhibits 120 distinguished artists representing works in basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood. $20 (discount on-line). Thurs:10:30am8pm; Fri-Sat:10:30am-5:30pm; Sun: 11am-5pm. The National Building Museum, 401 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001.  www.smithsoniancraftshow.org April 22-24

Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show

Set in the charming and historic seaport of Annapolis, MD, the 5th annual in-water springtime show features all types and sizes of new and previously-owned sailboats as well as the latest in equipment, electronics, clothing and boating accessories. Free sailboat rides provided by Annapolis Community Boating. And when it’s time to take a break from touring boats visitors can enjoy live music, food and drink tastings, plus magnificent water views! Adult: $12; Child (12&under): FREE. Sat:10am-6pm; Sun:10am-5pm.

City Dock, 1 Dock Street, Annapolis, MD 21401.  www.annapolisboatshows.com/ annapolis-spring-sailboat-show

April 22-May 1

89th Annual Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival

Get your bloom on at the Apple Blossom Festival, an annual celebration of spring in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. The event is one of the largest in the Mid-Atlantic area, taking over the town of Winchester. This is a great time DCMetroPlus.com • March/April/May 2016 •

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Highlights of the National Cherry Blossom Festival March 20-April 17

National Cherry Blossom Festival

It’s spring, which is nature’s way of saying it’s Cherry Blossom Time!

Whether or not DC’s thousand of trees are blooming, daily concerts, cultural demonstrations, familyfriendly activities, fireworks and parades all around the National Mall and Tidal Basin will commemorate the gift of the cherry trees and the enduring friendship between the citizens of the United States and Japan. Most activities FREE! Events throughout Washington, DC and the metro area. Best viewing of cherry blossom trees at Tidal Basin. For complete schedule of events and bloom updates:  www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org March 26

Opening Ceremony

Kick-off the 2016 National Cherry Blossom Festival and watch worldrenowned performers as we welcome springtime to Washington, DC and celebrate the anniversary of the gift of trees from Japan. Enjoy spirited traditional and contemporary performances in the historic Warner Theatre. Advance tickets required.  www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org

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April 2

Blossom Kite Festival

Spring is in the air – literally! This festival – a highlight of the National Cherry Blossom celebrations – showcases the creativity of kite makers and skill of kite fliers from across the US and other countries through a variety of competitions and demonstrations. Bring your own kites or children can make a kite at an activity station to fly on the Public Field. FREE! 10am-4:30pm.

Washington Monument Grounds, Constitution Avenue and 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20006.  www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org April 9

Southwest Waterfront Fireworks Festival

One of the signature events of the Cherry Blossom Festival, this fun-forall-ages event boasts more than eight celebratory hours of music, family friendly water-related activities, cultural experiences, live entertainment and delicious food at multiple outdoor venues. As finale, a spectacular fireworks show lights up the night sky on the Washington Channel at 8:30pm. 1-9pm. FREE! Southwest Waterfront, 600 Water Street SW, Washington DC 20024.  www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org

April 16

National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade

Blossom-inspired floats, marching bands, giant helium balloons and international performing groups come together to create an energyfilled salute to spring in the heart of DC. 10am-12pm, rain or shine. FREE along parade route (arrive early for best views); reserved grandstand seating available for $20. Parade runs along Constitution Ave. NW, between 9th and 15th Streets, Washington DC 20001.  www.nationalcherryblossomfestival. org/parade2016

April 16

Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival

Now in its 56th year, visitors are sure to enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere of the largest Japanese cultural festival in the United States.

And this year, the Festival moves to its new home in the Capitol Riverfront Neighborhood, just across M Street, SE from the Department of Transportation exit of the Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro station. The festival will once again feature food, Japanese culture and arts, vendors, performers, and more. Right after the Cherry Blossom parade, rain or shine! 10:30am-6pm. Adult: $10; FREE for 12 years or younger. Capitol Riverfront, M Street and New Jersey Ave., SE NW, Washington, DC 20003.  www.sakuramatsuri.org

Old Town Historic Homes and Garden Tour

to enjoy the virginia countryside and see the blooming apple trees while they color the region in pink, white and green. the ten-day festival features more than 45 events including the Coronation of Queen shenandoah, the grand Feature Parade, band competitions, dances, a carnival, orchard tours and more. Winchester, va, 22601 (72 miles west of Washington DC). For complete schedule of events and directions:  www.thebloom.com April 23

old town historic homes and garden tour

Five of old town alexandria’s premier properties play host to visitors eager to see some of the area’s most beautiful gardens, homes and historic landmarks. all sites are within an easy walk of each other, allowing visitors to stroll old town’s quaint streets lined with charming townhouses and intimate walled gardens. ticket includes home & garden tours in the historic district, refreshments at st. Paul’s Episcopal Church and FrEE admission to george Washington’s mount vernon Estate as well as other notable historic sites in alexandria on the day of the tour. 10am-4pm. $40 in advance, $45 day-of-tour. locations throughout old town alexandria, va 22314.  www.vagardenweek.org

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MAR. 31 – APR. 3

8th Annual National Harbor Wine and food festival

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Join in the excitement of this world-class, waterfront culinary event that brings together world-renowned chefs, artisanal craftsmen, and culinary pioneers with thousands of metro DC foodies. over 150 different international and local wines, beers and spirits at this all-you-care-to-taste event. adult: $39&up; 12-6pm. on the Waterfront at national harbor, 165 Waterfront street, national harbor, mD 20745.  www.nationalharbor.com

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National Harbor Wine and Food Festival

April 29-30

13th Annual Georgetown French Market

Georgetown’s Book Hill neighborhood once again welcomes spring with its signature open-air market. Superb shopping complimented by the sounds of strolling musicians enliven the event, featuring over 40 Georgetown boutiques, antique shops, restaurants and galleries offering savings off designer goods, art and antique home furnishings. The event also features children’s activities and French cuisine from Georgetown cafes and restaurants.

10am-5pm. FREE! Wisconsin Ave. NW, between P Street and Reservoir Road, Washington, DC 20007.  www.georgetowndc.com May 1-31

Passport DC – A Month of International Events

Cultural Tourism DC presents its 9th annual celebration of world-class culture in the nation’s capital. Visitors and residents have the opportunity to travel around the world without ever leaving the city with tours of 70 embassies and hundreds of other international cultural activities that include

street festivals, performances and exhibitions, and featuring the Around the World Embassy Tour on May 7th (10am4pm). At venues throughout DC. FREE! For complete schedule and details:  www.passportdc.org May 6-7

77th Annual National Cathedral Flower Mart

A fine spring day is sure to attract thousands of visitors to this floral festival that encircles the Cathedral (an architectural feat of stunning beauty) with its tents and booths offering flowers, gardening items and more.

Don’t miss the International Floral Exhibit that lines the nave with floral displays created by many of the city’s foreign embassies to showcase native flowers, histories and cultures. Garden enthusiasts and families alike will enjoy the flowers, garden tours, musical entertainment, gourmet food, book sale, children’s activities and even an antique 1890’s carousel! Fri: 10am-6pm; Sat: 10am-5pm. FREE! On the grounds of Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016.  www.allhallowsguild.org May 7

Virginia Gold Cup

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Now in its 91st year, this grand tradition of Virginia’s legendary horse country is attended by a sellout crowd of over 50,000 spectators and is one of the largest and most popular sporting events in the region. Enjoy hurdle and timber horse races, Jack Russell Terrier races, tent, tailgate and hat contests,

as well as vendor booths for shopping.

Gates open at 10am and events begin at 11:30am. General admission car passes: $85 (allows entry of car and up to 6 occupants). Other passes and VIP packages available. The Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA 20198. For information and tickets:  www.vagoldcup.com

May 15

Taste of Arlington

Arlington’s Ballston neighborhood is transformed into a lively street festival showcasing the cuisine of more than 50 restaurants, live entertainment, arts and crafts and children’s activities.

12-6pm, rain or shine. FREE, but food tickets required for purchases. Advance online and day-of-event tickets available. Wilson Boulevard from Glebe Rd. to N. Pollard St. and along N. Stuart St. to 9th St., Arlington, VA 22203.  www.tasteofarlington.com

May 9

DC Craft Beer & Cider Festival

Whether you’re a beer aficionado with a wealth of knowledge, a seasoned beer drinker, or someone who’s new to the craft scene, here’s the opportunity to taste a large number craft beers, ciders and mead selections, in one place at one time. Get your first taste of seasonal summer pours, with more than 75 breweries presenting 150 selections, an exciting cider section and offerings not available anywhere in the DC area, as well as onsite education and a variety of food and retail vendors. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. Vernon Place, NW Washington, DC 20001.

For session times and tickets:  www.handcraftedtasting.com May 13-15

Mount Vernon Spring Wine Festival and Sunset Tour

Celebrate the history of wine in Virginia with candlelit tours of the Mansion, including the rarely open basement where George Washington stored his wine, and live music on the east lawn overlooking the scenic Potomac River.

May 17-June 5

IRELAND 100: Celebrating a Century of Irish Arts & Culture

DC Craft Beer & Cider Festival

Guests will sample vintages from 20 Virginia wineries, learn about the successes and failures of our Founding Father’s wine endeavors, and meet “George and Martha” on the Mansion’s piazza. Concessions by the Mount Vernon Inn are available for purchase.

6-9pm. Friday: $40; Saturday: $48; Sunday: $36 with advance ticket purchase recommended. Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, 3200 Mt. Vernon Memorial Highway, Alexandria, VA 22309.  www.mountvernon.org

Over the course of three weeks this spring, this major cultural festival coincides with a larger global celebration commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising, which led to Ireland’s independence. Highlighting Irish culture and its relationship to America, the festival will include dozens of performances from some of Ireland’s best contemporary musicians, dancers, theater companies, and more. Other events include free daily Millennium Stage performances; a literature series featuring discussions with more than 20 Irish writers; film screenings; culinary events, such as whiskey and beer tastings and chef demonstrations; educational activities and an open playwriting challenge. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566. 202-467-4600  www.kennedy-center.org Virginia Gold Cup — Jack Russell Terrier Races

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May 21-22

DC Dragon Boat Festival and Races

Delaplane Strawberry Festival

Maybe not real, fire-breathing dragons, but there’ll be brightly painted boats sporting dragonheads, tails and scales!

The 15th annual festival features premiere teams of elite athletes – as well as those with a more light-hearted approach – along with traditional ceremonies, cultural exhibitions and craft demonstrations. 8:30am-7pm. FREE! Thompsons Boat Center, 2900 Virginia Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20037.  www.dragonboatdc.com May 21-29

GI Film Festival

Celebrating 10 years of military filmmaking, the 2016 GIFFX is slated to be the biggest and best yet! This unique festival is the first in the nation to exclusively celebrate the successes and sacrifices of service member through the medium of film. See classic and premier films celebrating heroic stories of the American Armed Forces in and out of the arena of war, presented by independent filmmakers and award-winning Hollywood actors and directors. In addition to features, documentary, and short film screenings, the GIFFX also presents panel discussions, educational forums and special events. See website for schedule and venues in DC and Northern Virginia.  www.gifilmfestival.com May 28-29

Delaplane Strawberry Festival

Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun and festive day in the Virginia countryside. This annual festival includes hayrides, old fashioned field games, music, dancing, magic, storytelling, crafts, a petting farm, an antique car show, bake sale, hikes in the shadow of the Appalachian Trail, and so much more. Make a whole day of it and don’t forget to take home a flat of delicious fresh strawberries! $25 per car. 10am5pm. Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA 20144.  www.delaplanestrawberryfestival.com May 28-30

King’s Dominion Memorial Weekend Salute: Honoring Our Heroes

Celebrate our country and its brave military service men and women at the region’s premier amusement park!

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Enjoy activities including picture taking with uncle sam, real military vehicles on display, music from some of the best military bands and amazing fireworks each night! During the salute weekend, FrEE park admission for all active, inactive or retired us service men and women with valid military i.D. Discounted tickets for service member family and friends when valid military iD presented. see website for tickets, park hours and directions. Kings Dominion, 16000 theme Park Way, Doswell, va 23047.  www.kingsdominion.com May 29

Rolling thunder motorcycle “Ride for freedom”

Commemorating its 29th year, thousands of motorcyclists will ride through downtown DC to the vietnam veterans memorial to honor those who have given their lives for the freedom that all americans enjoy. While many riders and rolling thunder members are veterans, all riders are invited to participate in this annual demonstration seeking to improve veteran benefits and resolve PoW/mia issues. free! 8am: assembly at north Pentagon Parking lot; 12pm: Depart from Pentagon; 1:30pm: speakers’ program and musical tribute at the reflecting Pool across from the lincoln memorial.  www.rollingthunder1.com

Memorial Day – Vietnam Veterans Memorial

May 29

26th anniversary national memorial Day concert

Join the national symphony orchestra for america’s “memorial service for the nation” as the sacrifice and service of our military men and women and their families are honored at a nationally televised outdoor concert sponsored

by Pbs. Features actors Joe mantegna and gary sinise, and a star-studded list of guest artists. 8pm (gates open at 5pm). free! West lawn of the us Capitol, East Capitol and 1st streets nE, Washington, DC 20004.  www.pbs.org/memorialdayconcert

nation’s largest, has quickly become a tradition in which americans of all ages and generations can share in the commemoration and celebration of those who have served in uniform from the american revolution through afghanistan and iraq. begins at 2pm. free! Parade passes along the national mall on Constitution ave. nW, between 7th and 17th streets, Washington, DC 20024.  www.americanveteranscenter.org/parade

May 30

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Getting around

Using Metro the best, most convenient way to get around the metropolitan area Each person needs his or her own farecard or pass to ride Metrorail.

Passes and farecards can be purchased online or at any Metro station from a vending machine.

Use Metro’s Trip Planner if you wish to determine your exact fare and route.

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SPORTS May

NBA Basketball

WASHINGTON Wizards  Verizon Center

601 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20004  Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

Home Schedule March

Saturday, March 5 – 7pm vs. Indiana Pacers Monday, March 14 – 7pm vs. Detroit Pistons

Sunday, May 8 – 7:30pm vs. New York City FC Friday, May 13 – 7pm vs. New York Red Bulls

MLB Baseball

WASHINGTON Nationals  Nationals Park

1500 South Capitol Street, SE Washington, DC 20003 Tickets: (888) 632-NATS (6287)  www.washington.nationals.mlb.com

Home Schedule April

Wednesday, March 16 – 7pm vs. Chicago Bulls

Thursday, April 7– 4:05pm vs. Miami Marlins (home opener)

Saturday, March 19 – 7pm vs. New York Knicks

Saturday, April 9– 4:05pm vs. Miami Marlins

Wednesday, March 23 – 7pm vs. Atlanta Hawks

Sunday, April 10 – 1:35pm vs. Miami Marlins

Friday, March 25 – 7pm vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

Monday, April 11 – 7:05pm vs. Atlanta Braves

April

Tuesday, April 12 – 7:05pm vs. Atlanta Braves

Wednesday, April 6 – 7pm vs. Brooklyn Nets Sunday, April 10 – 1pm vs. Charlotte Hornets Wednesday, April 13 – 8pm vs. Atlanta Hawks

MLS Soccer

DC UNITED

Wednesday, April 13 – 7:05pm vs. Atlanta Braves Thursday, April 14 – 4:05pm vs. Atlanta Braves Friday, April 22 – 7:05pm vs. Minnesota Twins Saturday, April 23 –1:05pm vs. Minnesota Twins

Sunday, April 24 – 1:35pm vs. Minnesota Twins Tuesday, April 26 – 7:05pm vs. Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, April 27 – 7:05pm vs. Philadelphia Phillies Thursday, April 28 – 4:05pm vs. Philadelphia Phillies May

Monday, May 9 – 7:05pm vs. Detroit Tigers Tuesday, May 10 – 7:05pm vs. Detroit Tigers Wednesday, May 11 – 7:05pm vs. Detroit Tigers Friday, May 13 – 7:05pm vs. Miami Marlins Saturday, May 14 – 4:05pm vs. Miami Marlins Sunday, May 15 – 1:35pm vs. Miami Marlins Monday, May 23 – 7:05pm vs. New York Mets Tuesday, May 24 – 7:05pm vs. New York Mets Wednesday, May 25 – 1:05pm vs. New York Mets Thursday, May 26 – 7:05pm vs. St. Louis Cardinals Friday, May 27 – 7:05pm vs. St. Louis Cardinals Saturday, May 28 – 7:15pm vs. St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, May 29 – 1:35pm vs. St. Louis Cardinals

 RFK Stadium

2400 East Capitol Street, SE Washington, DC 20003  Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

Home Schedule March

Tuesday, March 1 – 8pm vs. Querétaro F.C. Sunday, March 20 – 5pm vs. Colorado Rapids Saturday, March 26 – 5:30pm vs. FC Dallas April

Saturday, April 9 – 5:30pm vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC Saturday, April 16 – 7pm vs. Toronto FC Saturday, April 23 – 5:30pm vs. New England Revolution

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CONCERTS

Don McLean

Wynonna

Adam Lambert Jewel

BIRCHMERE  3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305 (703) 549-7500  www.birchmere.com

March 2 – 7:30pm

Richard Marx

Wynonna The Big Noise

March 19-20 – 7:30pm

America

March 22 – 7:30pm

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy April 8 – 7:30pm

Don McLean

May 25 – 7:30pm

Richard Marx

THE LINCOLN THEATRE  1215 U Street, NW

ECHO STAGE  2135 Queens Chapel Road NE

Washington, DC 20018 (202) 503-2330  www.echostage.com

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

March 05 – Doors open 6:30pm

Adam Lambert

March 4 – 9pm

KENNEDY CENTER for the PERFORMING ARTS  2700 F Street, NW

THE HOWARD THEATRE  620 T Street, NW

David Guetta

Washington, DC 20009 (202) 888-0050  www.thelincolndc.com

Washington, DC 20566 (202) 467-4600  www.kennedy-center.org

April 7 – Doors open 6:30pm

Jewel, solo acoustic Nick Jonas

MUSIC CENTER at STRATHMORE  5301 Tuckerman Lane

March 26 – 8pm

March 1 – 8pm

April 13 – 8pm

Yo-Yo Ma

April 6 – 8pm

CeeLo Green

March 17-18 – 7:30pm

April 22 – 8pm

Tracy Morgan

April 7-8 – 8pm

Keith Sweat

May 20 – 8pm

May 20-21 – 8pm

April 15-16 – 8pm

Washington, DC 20001 (202) 803-2899  www.thehowardtheatre.com

Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone

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Bonnie Raitt

Boyz II Men

North Bethesda, MD 20852 (301) 581-5100  www.strathmore.org

Johnny Mathis Patti LaBelle

Carol Burnett

VeRizon centeR  601 F Street NW 

Washington, DC 20004 (202) 628-3200 www.verizoncenter.monumentalnetwork.com

March 17 – 8pm

AC/DC

March 22 – 7:30pm

Rihanna, Anti World Tour March 24 – 7:30pm

The Who, hits 50! Tour

Patti LaBelle

Carol Burnett

April 8 – 7pm

Duran Duran April 29 – 7:30pm

Justin Bieber

WaRneR theatRe  513 13th Street NW 

Washington, DC 20004 (202) 783-4000 www.warnertheatredc.com

FOLGER

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WORLD PREMIERE

2015/16 SEASON

April 5-6 – 8pm

Carlos Santana Apr 28-29 – 8pm

Lewis Black

INSPIRED BY SHAKESPEARE’S THE MERCHANT OF VENICE

By AARON POSNER Directed by MICHAEL JOHN GARCÉS

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MAY 31–JULY 3, 2016 EAST COAST PREMIERE

“WICKEDLY FUNNY…AND WICKEDLY SMART” —NPR APRIL 21–MAY 8, 2016 • 21 PERFORMANCES ONLY!

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Looking for a Grand Romantic Gesture?

PlAn A GeTAWAy FOR TWO ♥♥

by Amy Trotter Houston

R NEMouRS MANSIoN AND GARDENS

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omance isn’t just chocolate truffles, champagne and roses, though we’d never say ‘no’ to any of them. sometimes simply spending time together can do more to spark ardor than a little blue box from tiffany & Co. let us help you plan a getaway that will be remembered long after the flowers have wilted. two exciting cities with an abundance of great sights, richmond and Wilmington, are within easy driving distance of Washington, DC. get packed and let’s get going. Don’t forget to hold hands and sneak a smooch.

Valentine Museum

Richmond Rides

Richmond: Go for the art, stay for the food Virginia is for Lovers and the capital city offers a wealth of ideas for devotees of art, history, food and theater.

Check-in to Quirk Hotel, A Destination Hotel, located in a beautifully renovated Italian Renaissance building in the heart of downtown. Here original artwork mingles with contemporary design to create a fashionably welcoming atmosphere. Next door, Quirk Gallery features work by both established and emerging artists. Pick up a piece of art or something distinctive from the boutique shop. Quirk Hotel arranges tours of Richmond’s hip street art, which ranges from thoughtprovoking to bizarre and is created by some of the world’s top graffiti artists.

Thanks to the well-known art programs at local Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Richmond is home to many galleries and talented artists.

Century-old Valentine Museum is home to a renowned costume and textile collection, as well as a repository of Richmond history. The city’s stories are preserved in thoughtfully curated displays, and there is even a map of the city laid out on the wooden floor.

Highlights include 18th-century ball

gowns, cigarette rolling machinery, General Robert E. Lee’s boots and the Woolworth’s lunch counter and stools.

The history of bicycling in Richmond from the mid-1870s to today is another draw, as are changing exhibitions.

Browse the lobby shop for locally made gifts.

Often the best way to get a feel for a place is on foot or atop a bicycle.

Richmond Rides offers tours of the city center, the oldest neighborhood Church Hill and, best of all, a foodie tour. With comfortable bikes and a knowledgeable guide, the only thing left is the food.

On this tour, riders visit several eateries and sample a diverse array of local food.

You might taste small batch pudding, breads and pastries, homemade kombucha or the most delicious grilled pimento cheese that you’ve ever had in your life! You may not bike off the calories, but you’ll love every minute.

For the perfect evening out, start with dinner at Maple & Pine in Quirk Hotel, where Chef David Dunlap and team create exquisite dishes such as braised oxtail eggroll with shitake mushrooms and dandelion greens, black pepper tagliatelle with roasted eggplant and basil sauce, or grilled pork shoulder with kimchi, cornbread and pickled red onions. Each bite delights the taste

buds. If espresso chocolate mousse is on the dessert menu, be sure to order it.

Follow the blazing marquee lights across the street for a Virginia Repertory Theatre performance. The quality shows of this professional theater company rival anything you’ll see on Broadway, and at a reasonable price. The ornate 600-seat Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre’s history dates back to vaudeville and it was featured in the film Lincoln. Before retiring for the night, take a seat at the hotel bar or rooftop lounge where the cocktails feature local seasonal ingredients and fresh juices. Bourbon lovers will enjoy the Silver Queen.

Richmond offers so much to see and do, savor and sip, that repeat visits will definitely have to be made. After all, you still need to shop in Carytown, stroll the Fan Area Historic District, explore Hollywood Cemetery and check out the statues along Monument Avenue.

Wilmington: Go for the history, stay for the gardens Wilmington is way more than a place to incorporate a business. Take your companion to visit a stunning mansion, beautiful gardens, spellbinding artwork and historical hamlets.

Stay at The Inn at Montchanin Village and Spa, a serene escape where the cozy rooms are located in houses that were once the homes of DuPont powder mills workers. Just like in a small town, you can sit on your porch DCMetroPlus.com • March/April/May 2016 •

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HISToRIC NEW CASTLE

DELAWARE ART MuSEuM

MT. CuBA CENTER

with a glass of wine and wave to the neighbors. most are set along Privy lane, and the privies are still there, though not operational. Dine at the hotel’s Krazy Kat’s restaurant an intimate venue located in the village’s renovated black smith shop. locally sourced seasonal ingredients are highlighted in superb dishes: smoked pork and grits or a duck confit crepe for brunch, with crab bisque, herb roasted beef tenderloin and crème brulee for dinner. the fanciful feline décor may leave you spellbound with fork poised in mid-air. nemours Mansion and gardens, the exquisite home of alfred irenee (a.i.) duPont was built as a gift for his second wife. sadly she never fully appreciated the gesture, but his third wife loved it.

Designed as a family home and not a museum, it’s the details that are so intriguing. the cigar holder by the sink, an ice making room, the grand staircase, and a Canaletto on the wall.

Equally impressive are the vast gardens and water features, including the largest formal French garden in north america. tour guides are supremely knowledgeable and take pride in their work. Don’t miss seeing the historic cars in the garage. it might remind you of the movie sabrina.

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While nemours is neatly clipped, Mt. Cuba Center, by contrast, is dedicated to the study of native Piedmont region plants. the Colonial revival manor house, once home to mr. and mrs. lammot du Pont Copeland is surrounded by numerous gardens.

Woodland trails encircle peaceful ponds, while mature trees and lush meadows add to the serenity. gardens are designed to give you a sense of what you can do in your own garden, and you’ll walk away with lots of ideas.

Check out “samara turning in the Wind” a fun sculpture by andré harvey in the historic formal gardens. before leaving, take a close look at the detailed ironwork on the entrance gates. after you’ve wandered through all of the gardens, head to the Delaware art Museum and explore the galleries. you’ll marvel at the extensive Pre-raphaelites collection; the largest outside of the united Kingdom.

Paintings by Dante gabriel rossetti, Edward burne-Jones and John Everett millais mingle with photos and decorative arts. by rejecting convention, these artists created a beautiful world based on literature and legend. other collections include works by howard Pyle, Edward hopper and local boy andrew Wyeth. there are art deco elevator

doors and Dale Chihuly glass. Don’t miss the Crying giant in the outdoor sculpture garden. get a feel for Delaware’s long history on a tour of the historic houses of odessa, a collection of five unique properties that showcase fine colonial architecture coupled with 20th-century preservation. living history guides bring the place to life through tours and events. nearby Cantwell’s tavern is a great place for lunch. in historic new Castle, a charming town with cobblestone streets and a past stretching back to Delaware’s earliest days, tour the old Court house and see the courtroom, assembly and the outstanding Flight to Freedom exhibit. the court house and adjacent green are part of first State national historic Park.

With so much more to see and do you’ll be planning another getaway soon. after all, you still need to gawk at longwood gardens, take in a show at the Playhouse on rodney square, check out the markers in Wilmington and brandywine Cemetery and fire the cannon at Fort Delaware.

Maketto

BRUNCH AROUND TOWN

By Danielle Turner

B

runch may be the best meal of the week – part breakfast, part lunch and

cocktails to boot! Weekends are made for a leisurely brunch and the DC area is rich

in delectable options that will transport your tastebuds to delicious locales around the globe or keep your plate filled with the best of American cuisine.

China Chilcano

 418 7th Street Street, NW

Washington, DC (202) 783-0941

Chef Jose Andres showcases Peru’s rich and diverse cuisine with Asian and Spanish accents at China Chilcano. The restaurant’s name itself pays homage to Peru’s renowned fish stew and national drink. Brunch favorites at China Chilcano include Picante de Huevos, poached eggs, ali panca, pork belly, potato, tomato, red onion and toast and Futomaki, a jumbo sushi roll with sweet egg omelet, bok choy, shiitake and plantains. Be sure to try a brunch cocktail, like an Inca Surprise, rum, tomato, passionfruit and cilantro, to enjoy with your meal. Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm.

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Garrison

 524 8th Street, SE

Washington, DC (202) 506-2445

DC’s Barracks Row is home to this farm to table restaurant where brunch runs every Sunday from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Chef Rob Weland specializes in simple, seasonal American cuisine. The brunch menu reflects his devotion to local products and food traditions like smoking, canning and preserving. Brunch highlights include Poppyseed Gougere, Duck Sausage & Biscuits, Virginia Bison Tartare Toast and Fennel Gratin.

Maketto

 1351 H Street, NW

Washington, DC (202) 838-9972

Dim sum brunch at the H Street corridor’s Maketto can be an all day affair. The 6,000-square-foot marketplace combines retail and dining space so you can get your shopping fix in after brunch. Chef Erik Bruner-Yang’s menu for the 60-seat restaurant offers a mix of Cambodian and Taiwanese delicacies like Taiwanese Fried Chicken, Beef Rib Hash with Soft Eggs, Rice Noodle Crepes with Chinese doughnuts, and an assortment of dumplings and noodles. Adventurous diners can try the Braised Chicken Feet. Dim sum brunch runs Sundays from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm.

Marcel’s

 2401 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC (202) 296-1166

Marcel’s has long been known as a hot spot for fine, French-Belgian cuisine in the DC area and their new brunch offering continues that tradition. Smoked Salmon Carpaccio with Red Onion, Dijon Crème Fraiche & Watercress; Aunt Leila’s Pancakes with Powdered Sugar and Fresh Berries; and Valrhona Chocolate Bar with Coffee Crème Anglaise and Salted Caramel Ice Cream are just a few of the gems on the brunch menu. Brunch is served every Sunday from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Three courses are $65 per person, excluding drinks.

Children 12 and under are $28.

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Maketto

Olivia’s Diner

 1120 19th Street, NW

Washington, DC (202) 775-3777

Bottomless Bloody Mary cocktails, mimosas and pancakes, along with elevated American cuisine made with fresh, local meat and produce are on the menu at Olivia’s Diner. The sleek spot focuses on homemade dishes prepared with simple ingredients. Diners can order from the breakfast, lunch and dinner menus during brunch, which runs 9:00 am – 3:00 pm on Saturday and from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm on Sundays.

Bottomless cocktails are $14 and bottomless pancakes $10.

Olivia’s offers three different types of hash, each topped with eggs, Belgian waffles, and Chicken Fried Steak with Biscuits and Sausage Gravy.

The Source by Wolfgang Puck  575 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC (202) 637-6100

Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck serves up modern Asian cuisine in his stylish DC outpost The Source. The brunch menu features three different types of Bloody Marys, fine French press coffee, plus stylish Asian influenced dishes like Turnip Cakes with Sichuan Sweet Soy, Short Rib & Brisket Wontons, Scallion Pancake with Smoked Chili Shallot Sauce and Coconut Panna Cotta with Rice Pudding and Pineapple Sorbet. Brunch is served in the restaurant’s bar and lounge area on Saturdays from 11:30 am – 3:00 pm.

Theater

See what’s playing on stages in and around DC

All the Way – Arena Stage

ARENA STAGE  1101 Sixth Street, SW 

Washington, DC 20024 (202) 488-3300 www.arenastage.org

April 1–May 8 in the Fichandler Stage

All The Way

1964: A pivotal year in American history—a landmark civil rights bill was passed, America began its involvement in Vietnam...and one man sat at the center of it all, determined to lift the country out of the ashes and rebuild it into The Great Society—by any means necessary. Lyndon Baines Johnson: Hero. Bully. President. This gripping and suspenseful play (and 2014 Tony Award-winning drama) brings to life LBJ and many other “great men” of the era as they walked the razor thin line that separated compromise and compromising their principals.

April 22–May 29 in the Kreeger Theater

Disgraced

This “breathtaking, raw and blistering” (AP), Pulitzer Prize-winning play confronts the clash between modern culture and ancient faiths and finds one man questioning whether his achievement of the American Dream— complete with successful career, beautiful wife and custom-tailored shirts— has taken him too far from his roots.

Hailed as “terrific, turbulent, with fresh currents of dramatic electricity” (New York Times), this incendiary examination of one’s self and one’s beliefs will leave you breathless.

Jersey Boys – National Theater

FOLGER SHAKESPEARE LIBRARY  201 East Capitol Street, SE 

Washington, DC 20003 (202) 544-7077 www.folger.edu

April 21–May 8

Reduced Shakespeare Company:William Shakespeare’s Long Lost First Play (abridged)

What if an ancient manuscript discovered in a treasure-filled parking lot in Leicester, England, was discovered to be the long-lost first play by none other than the young William Shakespeare from Stratford? Using questionable scholarship and street-performer smarts, the wonderfully inventive and wildly hilarious Reduced Shakespeare Company’s trio of comic actors present an hysterical mash-up of Shakespeare’s plays and throw themselves into a fast, funny, and frenzied festival of physical

finesse, witty wordplay, and plentiful (pitiful) punning in this eagerly anticipated East Coast premiere. Wonderfully inventive and great for all audiences.

FORD’S THEATRE  511 Tenth Street NW

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Washington, DC 20004 (202) 347-4833 www.fordstheatre.org

March 11–May 14

110 in the Shade

In the sweltering 1950s Southwest, headstrong and eternally single Lizzie Curry dreams of a life beyond her small town. When a charming stranger named Starbuck swaggers into town, he vows to end the region’s drought and awakens Lizzie to the promise she holds within.

This classic American musical about cowboys, confidence and courtship, based on The Rainmaker, features a lively score from the creators of The Fantasticks.

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NATIONAL THEATER  1321 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20004 (202) 628-6161  www.thenationaldc.com

March 15–20

Annie

Leapin’ Lizards—the world’s best-loved musical returns to DC with a brand new incarnation of the iconic original!

Featuring a Tony Award®-winning book and score, Annie includes such unforgettable songs as “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You,” plus the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.”

April 6–24

Jersey Boys

The winner of 57 major awards worldwide, including Tony®, Grammy® and Olivier statuettes, more than 20 million people have seen this internationally acclaimed musical since it first hit the stage. Now the show that’s wowed both critics and audiences is “Working Its Way Back” to DC! Discover (or rediscover) the true story of the New Jersey boys from the wrong side of the tracks who made pop music history and became the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

110 in the Shade – Ford’s Theatre

May 3–15

The Wizard of Oz

This new production of is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar®-winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts’ desires. Watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys as you rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat for the whole family!

SHAKESPEARE THEATRE COMPANY  The Lansburgh Theatre:

450 7th Street NW

 Sidney Harman Hall: Annie – National Theater

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610 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 (202) 547-1122 www.shakespearetheatre.org

March 8–April 10 in the Lansburgh Theatre

1984

April, 1984. 13:00. Comrade 6079, Winston Smith, thinks a thought, starts a diary, and falls in love. But Big Brother is watching him—and the door to Room 101 can swing open in the blink of an eye. George Orwell’s chilling vision of a dystopian future is brought to life in a radical multimedia production and explores themes of surveillance, identity, and the security state. See why Orwell’s 1949 novel of a totalitarian world—the definitive book of the 20th century—is as relevant now as ever, and particularly resonant in the political environment of Washington, D.C. May 17–June 26 in Sidney Harman Hall

The Taming of the Shrew With a provocative new approach and interactive style, this all-male,

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The Wizard of Oz – National Theater

April 5–May 8

The Mystery of Love & Sex

This DC premiere production comes from a writer of HBO’s Boardwalk Empire and Showtime’s Masters of Sex and tells an unexpected love story of evolving friendship, finding your own path, and the value of family. Complete opposites, Charlotte and Jonny have been best friends since they were children. Now, as college students on the eve of graduation, they toy around with taking their friendship romantic.

Or not. Funny, insightful, with an intense and complex core, this play brilliantly examines intimacy, identity and, of course, the many mysteries of love and sex.

STUDIO THEATRE  1501 14th Street NW

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Washington, DC 20005 (202) 332-3300 www.studiotheatre.org

May 11–June 19

Hedda Gabler

gender-blurred production explores the complex machinations of Kate and Petruchio’s relationship while examining identity, authenticity, and gender roles within one of Shakespeare’s most notorious texts. The socially immersive nature of this production will even extend the world of “The Shrew” from the stage into the lobbies of Sidney Harman Hall.

SIGNATURE THEATRE  4200 Campbell Avenue

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(Shirlington Village) Arlington, VA 22206 (703) 820-9771 www.signature-theatre.org

Hedda Tesman returns from her honeymoon to the brutal banality of domestic life: an antagonizingly bland husband; a living room full of dying flowers; and a house that is too large, too cluttered, too bourgeois for the once unstoppable Hedda Gabler. Both tormented and merciless, she is caught between her appetite for sensation and acute awareness of public perception. This stunning contemporary adaptation is a mesmerizing study of power, control,

and self-deception that offers a nuanced portrait of one of the most fascinating figures in modern drama.

SYNETIC THEATER  1800 South Bell Street

Arlington, VA (Crystal City) 22202 (800) 494-8497 www.synetictheater.org 

Through March 27

Romeo and Juliet

Synetic’s landmark and “enthralling” (The Washington Post) production of Romeo and Juliet returns! In this passionate and lyrical piece, set among the gears of a giant clock, the greatest of Shakespearean lovers race against time itself to outrun their fate.

One of Synetic’s original “wordless Shakespeares,” this production received six Helen Hayes Award Nominations, with two awards for Outstanding Resident Play and Ensemble. (This production does not have dialogue.)

May 11–June 19

The Man in the Iron Mask

In this follow-up to The Three Musketeers, the hero D’Artagnan finds himself alone in the service of King Louis XIV after his comrades have retired. Unbeknownst to D’Artagnan, his old friends plan to remove the corrupt King, and replace him with his good twin, held captive in the Bastille! The Man in the Iron Mask promises more swashbuckling blockbuster adventure, rich in bombast and pageantry. (This production will have dialogue.)

Romeo and Juliet – Synetic Theater

March 1–April 17

The Flick

Set in the popcorn-strewn, empty aisles of a crumbling Massachusetts movie theater, this 2014 Pulitzer Prize winner exposes the surprising tenderness and comedy in the everyday. Spilled soda on the floor. Leftover food wrappers stashed in the seats. Three minimum wage employees perform the humdrum labor necessary to keep one of the last 35 millimeter projectors running.

Through seemingly small conversations about movie actors, broom techniques and weekend plans, the characters divulge heartbreaks and hopes that reveals the rich humanity of these three people who desperately strive to connect, help each other move on and accept their place in the world.

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BALTIMORE MUSEUM of ART  10 Art Museum Drive Baltimore, MD 21218  FREE!  www.artbma.org

Through June 19

Art Quilts

Among the many recent additions to the BMA’s late 20th-century textile collection are five stunning quilts created by professional artists who abandoned their original media in order to express themselves with cloth and thread. These intricate art quilts include examples of works by the foremost proponent of the art quilt, Michael James, whose stunning Metamorphosis (1983) plays with color transitions and the illusions of space.

Through July 3

Matisse Prints & Drawings

National Zoological Park – Meet Baby Panda Cub Bei Bei

Exhibits

special Things await inside these excellent galleries and museums AMERICAN ART MUSEUM  Eighth and F Streets, NW Washington, DC 20004  FREE!  www.americanart.si.edu

Through March 20

Irving Penn: Beyond Beauty

American Art Museum – Irving Penn: Beyond Beauty

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This first retrospective of photographer Irving Penn’s work in almost 20 years features 146 photographs, drawn entirely from the extensive holdings of the Museum, both personal and public, within the larger history of modern art.

It reveals how Penn (1917–2009) used photography to respond to social and cultural change by brilliantly describing surface appearances in ways that speak to the depths of human existence.

1st Floor, West

Approximately 20 prints and drawings demonstrate the continuing legacy of the BMA’s relationship with the Matisse family. Recognizing the unique character of the museum’s Matisse collection, recent gifts from the family—an impressive group of prints from the artist’s later years as well as remarkable drawings related to a masterwork from the Cone Collection, The Yellow Dress—have now established the BMA’s holdings as the most comprehensive collection of Matisse prints in North America. In addition, the close personal relationship between the artist and collectors Etta and Claribel Cone provided the opportunity to acquire key works from the late 20s and early 30s while encouraging Etta Cone to collect all aspects of the artist’s work—painting, sculpture, and graphic arts. The Cone sisters’ dedication to collecting the art of Henri Matisse established at the BMA one of the most important collections of the artist’s work.

FREER GALLERY of ART ARTHUR M. SACKLER GALLERY MUSEUMS of ASIAN ART  Freer Gallery of Art:

Jefferson Drive at 12th Street, SW Arthur M. Sackler Gallery: 1050 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20013  FREE!  www.asia.si.edu

Through November 29

Filthy Lucre: Reimagining Whistler’s Peacock Room

Filthy Lucre, an immersive interior by painter Darren Waterston, reinterprets James McNeill Whistler’s famed Peacock Room as a resplendent ruin, an aesthetic

curator and the Hirshhorn’s curator-atlarge. “The greater use of animation by artists mirrors directly this radical shift in our culture.” Rather than mimicking the real, animation now challenges human consciousness and aesthetic perception.

Reality is no longer the benchmark for the imperfect image, but rather the animated image provides the measure for an imperfect reality.

NATIONAL BUILDING MUSEUM  401 F Street NW

Washington, DC 20036  Adult: $15; Member/Military/Senior/ Student: $12; Child (5-12): $10  www.nationalgeographic.com

New!

Through May 8

Luminous Landscapes: Photographs by Alan Ward

space that is literally overburdened by its own excesses-of materials, history, and creativity. Like the original Peacock Room, Filthy Lucre invites viewers to consider the complex relationships among art, money, and the passage of time.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MUSEUM  1145 17th Street NW

Washington DC 20001  Adult: 10; Youth (3-17yrs), Student w/ID & Senior (60+): $7; Members/Child 2& under: FREE  www.nbm.org

Through September 5

Freer and Sackler Galleries – Filthy Lucre

eyes. From the historic landscape of Middleton Plantation in South Carolina, to the recently competed National September 11 Memorial in New York, the elements of landscape architecture— trees, ground cover, hedges—continue to grow, change, and even die. This expansive photo collection takes viewers around the United States, from Fountain Place in Dallas to local locations like Dumbarton Oaks in Washington, D.C.

Alan Ward occupies a unique position in landscape architecture. He is a renowned practitioner of the craft as well as an accomplished photographer of the landscape. Working mostly in black and white, Ward focuses on the fundamental material that constructs the landscape: grain, texture, bright light, dappled shade. By denying the viewer the familiar green lawns and foliage, colored blooms and surfaces, Ward’s large format photographs challenge us to see the landscape with new

CROCS: Ancient Predators in A Modern World

Explore the fascinating history and biology of CROCS and see some of the world’s most intriguing species live and up close! This family-friendly exhibit provides immersive hands-on experiences from listening to crocodile calls and learning what scientists think they mean to creating 3-D animations of these ancient predators. Visitors can also view a life-size model of the world’s largest crocodile. Don’t miss your chance to sink your teeth into this amazing interactive exhibition.

National Geographic Museum – CROCS

HIRSHORN MUSEUM and SCULPTURE GARDEN  700 Independence Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20024  FREE!  www.hirshhorn.si.edu

New!

Suspended Animation

This exhibit brings together six artists who use digitally generated images as a tool to question conceptions of reality: Ed Atkins, Antoine Catala, Ian Cheng, Josh Kline, Helen Marten, and Agnieszka Polska. Their immersive environments confront the viewer with the actualities of the digital age, such as the dissolution of privacy, the digitization of identity, and the impact of a hyperreal virtual world on tangible physical experience.

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NATIONAL MUSEUM of NATURAL HISTORY  10th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20001  FREE!  www.mnh.si.edu

Through October

Nature’s Best Photography Presents: Best of the Best — Windland Smith Rice International Awards

Enjoy 20 years of nature’s finest moments in the “Best of the Best” photo exhibition. Selected from nearly 500,000 images submitted by photographers from around the globe, this collection brings dramatic landscapes, exciting wildlife behavior, and surprising glimpses of Earth’s icy peaks to mysterious ocean depths. More than 100 largeformat prints along with HD videos will take visitors on a thrilling journey from the wild to the walls of the Smithsonian.

Learn how to enter your own photography in the annual Awards.

2nd Floor, Special Exhibits Hall NATIONAL ZOOLOGICAL PARK  3001 Connecticut Avenue NW Washington, DC 20008  FREE!  www.nationalzoo.si.edu

Meet Baby Panda Cub Bei Bei!

After months of watching him grow panda cam, visitors to the Smithsonian National Zoo are now able to visit Baby Bei Bei in person! The Giant Panda Habitat is open from 8am to 4pm daily and visitors will be allowed into the panda house on a first-come-firstserved basis.

NEWSEUM  555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

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Inside Today’s FBI: Fighting Crime in the Age of Terror

For the past 100 years, the FBI has tackled America’s most dangerous criminals. Along the way, the press helped create — and sometimes shoot down — the FBI’s reputation. This timely update to one of the Newseum’s most popular exhibits explores how the FBI fights crime in the age of global terrorism and cybercrime, with news stories

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Renwick Gallery – Wonder

ripped from today’s headlines and dozens of new artifacts. Explore some of the bureau’s top cases and the headlines they inspired.

THE PHILLIPS COLLECTION  1600 21st St. NW Washington, DC 20009  Adult: $12; Senior (62+): $10; Student: $10; Youth (18 & younger)/ Member: FREE  www.phillipscollection.org

America’s first museum of modern art since 1921, celebrating its 95th anniversary year!

Through May 8

Seeing Nature: Landscape Masterworks from the Paul G. Allen Family Collection

Featuring 39 masterpieces spanning five centuries, this exhibition draws from the Allen Family Collection to explore the evolution of European and American landscape art. Highlights include Jan Brueghel the Younger’s 17th‐century allegorical paintings of the five senses that invite visitors to consider their own experiences of the world as well as works

by Canaletto, Édouard Manet, Claude Monet, J. M. W. Turner, Paul Cézanne,

Gustav Klimt, and modern and contemporary perspectives by 20th‐century artists as diverse as Georgia O’Keeffe, Edward Hopper, David Hockney, Gerhard Richter, and Ed Ruscha.

RENWICK GALLERY  1661 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20006  FREE!  www.americanart.si.edu

Wonder

The Renwick Gallery, home to the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s craft and decorative arts program, reopened to the public in November following a major two-year renovation. The inaugural exhibition, Wonder, transforms the entire museum into an immersive artwork that encompasses all the public galleries, with new room-size installations by major contemporary artists. While the nine artists featured create strikingly different works, they are connected by their interest in creating large-scale installations from unexpected materials. These works are expressions of process, labor, and materials that are grounded in the everyday world, but when combined produce awe-inspiring results.

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