See a wacky performance of Shakespeare
Taffety Punk’s “Bootleg Shakespeare” show is back this year, with a performance of Richard III. The premise is this: Actors prepare their lines by themselves, arrive at the theater, and have to perform together, regardless of how ready they are. As you can probably guess, the results are entertaining. Tickets are available starting at 6 p.m. the day of, and it’s first-come, first-served (with a limit of two per person).
Folger Theatre, Saturday, 8 p.m.
Catch free screenings of classic movies all weekend long
In other Shakespeare-related news, Shakespeare Theatre Company is screening free films this weekend. See your favorite movies based on the playwright’s work, including 10 Things I Hate About You and She’s The Man, or catch a viewing of some Disney classics, such as Moana. It’s all family-friendly, and unlike some outdoor summer movies, it’s air-conditioned.
Shakespeare Theatre’s Sidney Harman Hall, Friday-Sunday, various times
Attend a celebration of Peruvian culture
This weekend, the National Museum of the American Indian is hosting the festival Kaypi Perú, which translates into “this is Peru” from the indigenous Quechua language. Folks attending will be able to see various musical performances, a film screening, works by Peruvian artisans, dance performances, and more. There will even be the opportunity to try some Peruvian cuisine, and attendees over 21 can learn how to make a Pisco cocktail.
National Museum of the American Indian, Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Go to a book talk at Politics and Prose
This weekend, Politics and Prose on Connecticut Ave. NW has a bevy of free book talks. Listen to bioethicist Harriet A. Washington talk about environmental racism in her new book, attend a discussion of clean energy with author Russell Gold, learn about American intellectual movements with Jennifer Ratner-Rosenhagen, and more.
Politics and Prose Connecticut Ave., Friday-Sunday, various times
Check out a riverfront concert
We’re in the middle of the 9th annual Capitol Riverfront Friday Night Concert Series, with free musical performances every Friday night through August 30. This Friday, The Jarreau Williams Xperience will perform in Yards Park. The event features lots of grassy space, as well as the opportunity to sit and eat with friends and family as you enjoy the band’s mix of Top 40 and ’80s covers.
Yards Park, Friday, 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
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