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A timely comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy, “The Outsider” is on stage at Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St. SW, through Sept. 24. Ned Newley doesn’t want to be governor, is terrified of public speaking and his poll numbers are impressively bad. But political consultant Arthur Vance thinks that Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office, unless the public is looking for the worst candidate to ever run for office. Tickets are $55; $45 for under 25, students and seniors. www.keegantheatre.org
Art Bites Gallery Talks at SAAM
On Fridays, Sept. 23, Oct. 28 and Nov. 18, 12:15 to 1 p.m., join Smithsonian American Art Museum’s research fellows for this lunchtime series of gallery talks as they share new discoveries about artworks on view. Learn the stories behind these objects and how each one informs about America’s ever-changing culture. Meet in G Street lobby. www.americanart.si.edu
“Old Stock: A Refugee Love Story” is a funny and edgy love story interwoven with a high-energy klezmer concert. This folk musical is inspired by the true tale of two Jewish Romanian refugees finding love on the shores of Canada in 1908. $64 to $84. Theater J, 1529 16th St. NW, through Sept. 25. www.theaterj.org
Story District Celebrates 25 Years
Story District celebrates its silver anniversary on Oct. 1, from 7 to 9 p.m., with a special performance at the Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St. NW, featuring favorite storytellers from its 25-year legacy. Performers include Caitlin Reilly, Graham Campbell, JR Denison, Antwan Perry, Mike Kane, Alexandra Petri, Yasmin Elhady and Jenn Kamara. The celebration will continue after the performances in the theater lobby with cupcakes, games and beats by DJ Sugarpants. Tickets are $25 at www.storydistrict.org/tickets/birthdaybash.
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Voices Festival Productions has announced Part II of its Voices from a Changing Middle East Festival. It will begin with “My Calamitous Affair with the Minister of Culture & Censorship, or Death of the Dialogic in the American Theater” by VFP founder and playwright Ari Roth, a comic roman a clef about artistic collaboration and the cost of riding the third rail while making mission-driven theater. “My Calamitous Affair” runs Sept. 29 to Oct. 23 at the Corner at Whitman-Walker, 1701 14th St NW. The Corner at Whitman-Walker was originally the entrance and lobby of the Whitman-Walker Clinic, which for years served LGBTQIA+ and treated HIV positive community members. The former clinic lobby now serves as a multi-purpose performance space and hub for diverse cultures and communities to celebrate and gather. www. voicesfestivalproductions.com
RCN Offers Supercharged Speeds and TV Streaming
RCN is offering new customers 1.2 gigabit speeds including 1200 Mbps on the download and 20 Mbps on the upload for optimal working, streaming and more. The company has also unveiled its new streaming application, Astound TV+ app. When connected to Wi-Fi, a user can stream live TV and free on-demand programs in and out of the home, as well as platforms including iOS or Android phones and tablets, select Android TVs, Apple TV and Fire TV devices. www. astoundtv.com
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National Cathedral Blessing of the Animals
On Sunday, Oct. 2, at 2:00 p.m. (food trucks and music from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.), Washington National Cathedral honors the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and the environment. At the yearly Blessing of the Animals service all critters and their caretakers are invited to gather on Walker Court in front of the cathedral. Join them before or after the blessing to enjoy food-truck offerings and live music, and be on the lookout for special animal guests. (There is also a pet blessing at Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St. SE, by Christ Church on Capitol Hill on Oct. 2 at 4:00 p.m.) www.cathedral.org
On the edge of the Wyoming wilderness, the last guests linger late into the night at a celebration for the new president of their conservative Catholic college. Reunited after seven years, the friends track their distance from each other and the people they thought they’d be by now. Will Arbery’s portrait of conservatives trying to make sense of where they stand is an incisive look at the Catholic right.“Heroes of the Fourth Turning” is at Studio Theater, Sept. 21 to Oct. 23. Studio Theatre is at 1501 14th Street NW. www. studiotheatre.org
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Harriet Tubman: What Happens at the Intersection of Legacy and Landscape?
How can the preservation of landscapes strengthen our understanding of our shared history? The story of Harriet Tubman’s journey from an enslaved person to a leader of emancipation to a giant of American history exemplifies the power of individuals to affect the cultural narrative. On Tuesday, Sept. 20, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. (doors at 6:00 p.m.), the National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW, celebrates the 200th anniversary of Tubman’s birth and explores how the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center in Church Creek, Maryland, and the newly opened Harriet Tubman National Historical Park in Auburn, New York, are protecting and sharing her legacy. Speakers include Ahna Wilson, superintendent of the Harriet Tubman National Historical Park in New York, Chris Elcock, associate principal at GWWO Architects, and Deanna Mitchell, superintendent of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center in Maryland. $15 admission; free for students. Public reception follows. www.nbm.org
Washington Improv Theater at Studio Theater
As it embarks on its 25th anniversary season, Washington Improv Theater begins a year-long residency at Studio Theater, 1501 14th St NW. WIT will mount six productions in three separate performance spaces within the newly renovated facility, in addition to the free, weekly,
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Returning to DC’s NoMa neighborhood for the seventh consecutive year, the international mural festival, DC Walls, will convene 20 local, national and international artists for a 10-day live mural installation and celebration. e outdoor festival takes place Sept. 7 to 17 throughout the NoMa neighborhood. NPR will sponsor this year’s festival, presented in partnership with the NoMa Business Improvement District. Special events include an opening day celebration at Alethia Tanner Park on Sept. 9, a DC Walls Party Sept. 15, artist-led walking tours and the return of the Secret Walls battle on Sept. 14. www.dcwallsfestival.com
12-years-and-running Harold Night series which will move to Wednesday nights. WIT begins its Studio eater residency with “Playing It by Ear,” featuring the iMusical ensemble, from Sept. 30 to Oct. 22. At each performance a cast of singer-improvisers creates a new show of scenes, lyrics and music, all inspired by a single audience suggestion. www.witdc.org
$10 Hamilton Tickets
ere are 40 $10 seats o ered via Lucky Seat for all performances of “Hamilton” at the Kennedy Center. For complete details, visit www. luckyseat.com/shows/hamiltonwashington-2022Jul. ere is also a traditional in-person rush, starting two hours prior to curtain time, for every performance except Sundays, when rush tickets will go on sale at noon. $49 tickets will be available (maximum of two) until sold out. ere is no guarantee of quantity or location. Service fees may apply. www.kennedycenter.org
National Arboretum Fall Festival & Bulb Sale
e second annual Arboretum Fall Festival & Bulb Sale is on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Buy bags of favorite and unusual ower bulbs, enjoy family-friendly activities and visit with local vendors. Enter the National Arboretum through the entrances at R Street (2400 R St. NE) or New York Avenue (3501 New York Ave. NE). www.fona.org
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Opera on the Field: “Carmen”
Washington National Opera celebrates the 17th year of its most popular community event with a free opera broadcast at Audi Field. Opera on the Field will present Georges Bizet’s “Carmen” on Sunday, Sept. 25, at 4 p.m., rain or shine. Attendees are encouraged to arrive as early as 2 p.m., when gates open, to enjoy the familyfriendly atmosphere. e pre-show entertainment will include performances by local artists, photo opportunities, arts and crafts for children and chances to win prizes. For more information, visit www. kennedy-center.org/wno/home/ education/opera-on-the- eld.
Live at the Library (of Congress) Schedule
e new ursday evening series, Live at the Library, features special events with actor Frances McDormand in conversation with radio and podcast producers the Kitchen Sisters, the inaugural reading of US Poet Laureate Ada Limon and more in September. On ursday evenings, the Library of Con-
JBA Air & Space Expo
The Joint Base Andrews Air & Space Expo, on Sept. 17 and 18, is a familyfriendly way to support the military and watch the aerial maneuvers of skilled aviators. Aerial performers include the Thunderbirds, F-35 Demo Team, Heritage Flight (F-35/P-51), C-17 Demo, US Army Golden Knights and USAFA Wings of Blue. There is no set time for each performer. Static displays will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Among other commemorations, this year’s Joint Base Andrews Air Show will celebrate the Air Force’s 75th birthday. Parking is at FedEx Field with free shuttle buses. www.jba.af.mil/Air-Space-Expo-2022
Tour the Floating Residences of DC’s Waterfront
After a three-year hiatus, the Southwest Floating Boat-Home Tour resumes on Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. One of DC’s unique communities is now in its new home as part of Southwest’s Wharf development. Wharf Marina is home to the largest liveaboard community on the East Coast. Visitors can check out 20+ houseboats, house-barges, cruisers and sailboats that people call home. $27.99 (includes service fee); $5 neighborhood discount for Zip code 20024. Since their inception, these tours have raised about $40,000 for local charities. The tour always sells out quickly. www.dchouseboat.org
gress Thomas Jefferson Building and all exhibitions are open for extended hours from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. Happy hour drinks and snacks are available for purchase in the Great Hall. Free timed passes are sometimes required for certain events. Find the latest event details at www.loc.gov/live. Live at the Library is part of a broader effort to reimagine the visitor experience in new formats during extended evening hours on Thursday nights. www.loc.gov
Jazz in Canal Park
Concerts are free on Wednesdays in September, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Canal Park, 200 M St. SE. Here’s the lineup: Sept. 7, Great Falls Jazz Group; Sept. 14, Tobago Bay Calypso; Sept. 21, DMV Percussion Academy Jazz Trio; Sept. 27, Heru Peacock. www.capitolriverfront.org/canal-park
Tickets are now on sale for the 64th Annual Washington International Horse Show, Oct. 24 to 30, presented by Mars Wquestrian at the Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Experience the beauty and athleticism of the finest horses and riders in the world as they come together for seven days and three nights of international show jumping, top hunter, pony and equitation competition plus entertaining exhibitions, boutique shopping, VIP hospitality and special events. www.wihs.org u
