December 2004

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GW's Guide To Happenings Throughout Metropolitan Washington

Ongoing Events
GW Exhibition “GSEHD: A Century of Photos and Memorabilia” Gelman Library Special Collections hosts an exhibition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Graduate School of Education and Human Development. The show is free and open to the public Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon–5 pm in Gelman Library room 207. For more information call 994-7283.

GW Exhibition “The George Washington University Community Collects” Featuring works from the collections of patrons of the Luther W. Brady Art Gallery and members of the GW community. It runs through Dec. 10. The gallery, located on the second floor of GW’s Media and Public Affairs Building, is free and open to the public. For more information call 994-1525.

Exhibition “Frank Gehry, Architect: Designs for Museums” a multimedia exhibition, showcases Gehry’s extraordinary design contributions and celebrates his completed as well as those as yet unrealized cultural projects. Runs through Feb. 21. For more information, call 639-1703, or visit www.corcoran.org.

Exhibition “Common Ground: Discovering Community in 150 Years of Art” Selections from the Collection of Julia J. Norrell, diverse collection of art from different times and places in a harmonic dialogue about family, the land, politics, race, religion, the preservation of cultural traditions, among other issues. Runs through Jan. 31. For more information, call 639-1703, or visit www.corcoran.org.

$ Exhibition Claude Raguet Hirst: Transforming the American Still Life. This exhibition features 38 oils and watercolors highlighting her command of trompe l’oeil and her innovative inclusion of details and texts recognizable to women. Exhibition at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Admission $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, and free for members and those under 18. Through Dec. 19. For more information, call 783-5000 or visit www.nmwa.org.

$ Exhibition Transitory Patterns: Florida Women Artists. Exhibition features 19 artists whose work includes videos, installations, paintings, and sculptures that celebrate the diverse community of Florida. Exhibition at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Admission $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, and free for members and those under 18. For more information, call 783-5000 or visit www.nmwa.org.

$ Exhibition Janet Culbertson: The Mythmaker Series. This collection features 20 drawings created in 1975 that celebrate a female hero’s mythic journey and enlightenment. Exhibition at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Admission $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, and free for members and those under 18. Exhibition through Feb.6. For more information, call 783-5000 or visit www.nmwa.org.

$ Exhibition Pueblo Pottery: A Living Tradition. This collection celebrates the opening of the National Museum of the American Indian. It features eight works from four pueblos of the American Southwest, along with a display showing how the pottery is created and a documentary film on the art form. Exhibition at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Admission $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, and free for members and those under 18. Exhibition through May 15. For more information, call 783-5000 or visit www.nmwa.org.

Exhibition Giovanni Piranesi and Vik Muniz: Prisons of Imagination. This exhibition brings together Piranesi’s “Careci d’Invenzione” series with photos of Muniz’ pin and thread recreations of images from the series. Exhibition at the National Academy of Sciences. Runs through Dec. 30. For more information, call 334-2436 or visit www.national-academies.org/arts.

$ Performance Washington Shakespeare Company presents Titus Andronicus. The play will be performed at WSC’s Clark Street Playhouse. Tickets are $22–$30. Runs through Dec. 31. For more information, call 800/494-8497, or visit www.washingtonshakespeare.org.

Wednesday / Dec. 8
$ Presentation Joan Ganz Cooney- The Evolution and Significance of Sesame Street. The 8th Annual Smithsonian McGovern Award. In a special evening, Joan Ganz Cooney, the innovator of education methodology for young children, comes to the Smithsonian to receive the John P. McGovern Behavioral Science Award. On the occasion of its 35th anniversary, she shares her observations on the evolution of Sesame Street and its significance as a source of education- and delight- for children. Gen. admission $20, member $15. 7 pm. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org

$ Performance Guarneri String Quartet. The program features two string quartets by Mozart and Ravel. 7:30 pm at Kennedy Centers Terrace Theatre. Tickets $32. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Thursday / Dec. 9
$ Performance NSO Pops: Happy Holidays. Marvin Hamlisch and an assortment of performers present a program of festive songs and time-honored classics. Runs through Dec. 12. Tickets $20–$80, at Kennedy Center’s Concert Hall. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Friday / Dec. 10
$ Performance The Washington Ballet presents The Nutcracker. The old favorite has been adapted to fit the Washington community for this performance. The Nutcracker will run through Dec. 26. This production is being staged at the Warner Theatre. For tickets, call 397-SEAT or visit www.ticketmaster.com. For more information, call 362-3606.

$ Performance Join the Kennedy Center and National Public Radio when some of today's top jazz pianists perform their favorite holiday songs in the Terrace Theater. This year’s program will include Lynne Arriale, Hiromi, Andy Bey, and others. Tickets $30. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

$ Special Event Young Benefactor’s 15th Annual Jolly Holiday. Come join Young Benefactors of the Smithsonian for a Jolly Holiday Celebration. Dance the night away with Megawatt DJ while enjoying light hors d’oeuvres by various DC restaurants and bakeries. There will be an open bar including Covey Run wine and Heineken beers along with coffee and doughnuts provided by KrispyKreme. Bring a toy for Miracle on 7th Street, which gives toys, money, food and clothing for homeless and underprivileged families. 7–10 pm at the Smithsonian Castle. General admission $45, members $35. $10 additional charge for tickets at the door, if available. For tickets, call 357-3030 or visit www.YoungBenefactors.org.

Saturday / Dec. 11
$ Special Event Discovering Lewis & Clark in Philadelphia. Join this special full day exploration to Philadelphia’s Academy of Natural Sciences, College of Physicians of Philadelphia, and the American Philosophical Society. Tickets $169 for general admission, $124 for members. For more information, visit www.residentassociates.org, or call 252-0012.

$ Tribute A Tribute to Shirley Horn: “The Music Never Ends.” For one performance only, vocalists Dee Dee Bridgewater, Sheila Jordan, Kevin Mahogany, and Lizz Wright, trumpeter Jeremy Pelt, pianist Kenny Barron, vibist Stefon Harris, the Clayton Brothers Quintet, violinist Regina Carter, and other musical guests join this legendary queen of jazz piano and song to celebrate her amazing career. Kennedy Center’s Eisenhower Theatre, 7:30 pm. Tickets $50. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Performance Messiah Sing-along. Free, but tickets required. Tickets will be distributed, two per person, on Saturday, Dec. 11 in the Hall of Nations. Anyone not having a ticket may wish to come to the Kennedy Center on Dec. 23 as patrons without tickets will be admitted into the Concert Hall to fill unclaimed seats after 7:45 p.m. There is no guarantee on admittance but in the past we were able to accommodate everyone. Runs through Dec. 23. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Sunday / Dec. 12
$ Special Event The Washington Area’s Civil War Defenses. Civil War historian Edwin C. Bearss traces Washington’s vital role in the Civil War and the defensive system created to protect it. Tickets $128 for general admission, $83 for members. For more information, visit www.residentassociates.org, or call 252-0012.

$ Performance The Tallis Scholars bring an early-music holiday program to the Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater. 7:30 pm. Tickets $32. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Monday / Dec. 13
$ Lecture Leonardo da Vinci: Homo Universalis. International authority Martin Kemp offers insights into what made Da Vinci the quintessential Renaissance Man. Kemp discusses Da Vinci’s unfulfilled dreams, his relationships with powerful patrons, his religious views, and what Kemp believes to be the true meaning behind masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. 6:30 pm. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $12 for members, and $11 for senior members. For more information, visit www.residentassociates.org, or call 252-0012.

$ Performance The Choral Arts Society of Washington: Christmas Music. The Choral Arts Society of Washington is joined by the American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets $17–$50 at the Kennedy Center’s Concert Hall. Runs through Dec.23. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Tuesday / Dec. 14
Charity Gala People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation present: 2004 Spirit of Liberty Awards Gala. 7:30 pm in the Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Wednesday / Dec. 15
Exhibition Opening Arthur Tress: Photographs from the Tao of Physics Series. Inspired by Capra’s “Tao of Physics,” Tress set about to create a series of photographs that explore motifs common to physics and philosophy. Exhibition at the National Academy of Sciences. For more information, call 334-2436 or visit www.national-academies.org/arts.

Thursday / Dec.16
$ Performance Paul Taylor Dance Company. Commemorating a half-century landmark, the Paul Taylor Dance Company brings to the Kennedy Center two favorites specially chosen by Taylor along with a new Taylor work. Runs through Dec. 18. Tickets $21–$50. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

$ Performance National Symphony Orchestra: Handel’s “Messiah.” Runs through Dec. 19. Tickets $20–$77, at Kennedy Center’s Concert Hall. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Saturday / Dec. 18
$ Special Event WWII Aviation Aviation historian Ron Dick leads a full day tour of the Steven F. Udvar Hazy Center, and the College Park Aviation Museum, site of the first military aviation school. Tickets $116 general admission, $87 for members. For more information, visit www.residentassociates.org, or call 252-0012.

$ Performance Peter Cincotti, jazz pianist and singer. Tickets $30 at the Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theatre. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Sunday / Dec.19
$ Performance The Choral Arts Society of Washington: Family Christmas Concert. Celebrate the holidays at the Kennedy Center with a one hour performance, and experience the many festive surprises Santa and his friends have in store. Appropriate for ages 5 and older. 4 pm at Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theatre. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org. Tickets $15.

$ Performance The Master Chorale of Washington: Christmas Candlelight Concert. Featuring brass, harp, percussion, and the Filene organ, the traditional concert includes the trademark candlelight processional and recessional, an audience carol sing-along, and holiday favorites and songs of the season. Tickets $21-$55 at the Kennedy Center’s Concert Hall. Additional performance on Dec. 20. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Thursday / Dec. 23
$ Performance The Adventures of Tom Sawyer a musical performance based on the work of Mark Twain. Recommended for ages seven and up. Tickets $14 at the Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theatre. Runs through Dec. 30. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Sunday / Dec. 26
$ Performance Kathy Mattea: Songs and the Season In this Christmas concert, she will highlight the “good news” of the holiday and its spiritual message with a blend of old favorites and new songs. 8 pm at Kennedy Center’s Concert Hall. Tickets $32–$47. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Tuesday / Dec. 28
$ Performance The Spirit of Kwanzaa. The seven principles of Kwanzaa come alive with a lineup of guest artists, featuring dance, poetry, and song. Tickets $12.50–$18 at the Kennedy Center’s Concert Hall. Additional performance on Dec. 29. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

$ Performance The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Tickets $35–$150 at the Kennedy Center’s Opera House. Runs through Jan. 2. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Sunday / Dec. 31
$ Concert A Jazz New Year’s Eve Swing in the New Year with Grammy-nominated Chicago vocalist and composer Kurt Elling. Afterwards, attend the Grand Foyer party, free with your ticket to either performance of A Jazz New Year’s Eve At Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theatre. Tickets $60. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

$ Performance New Year’s Eve at the Kennedy Center In the Concert Hall, join guest conductor Murry Sidlin and members of the National Symphony Orchestra for their 10th anniversary of ushering in the New Year together. Afterwards, attend the New Year’s Eve Grand Foyer Party. Your ticket stub from any Dec. 31 Kennedy Center performance is required for admission to the Grand Foyer Party. Tickets $50–$90. 8:30 pm. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

Performance New Year’s Eve Grand Foyer Party Ticket holders to any Kennedy Center New Year’s Eve event can usher in 2005 with a festive party in the Grand Foyer — and dance until 1 am with waltzing from the Salon Orchestra of Washington and swing dancing from Sidney’s Music and Entertainment Swing Band. 11 pm. For information call 467-4600 or visit www.kennedy-center.org.

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