MONDAY, NOV. 13
CHAOS IN CONGRESS: It’s no secret that Congress is a bit of a mess right now. Matthew Green, professor of politics at Catholic University, uses a Profs & Pints talk to break down the power struggle in the U.S. House of Representatives, and what it suggests for the future of our democracy. (Penn Social; 6 p.m.; $14.31)
COMMON GROUND: A documentary about the American food system comes to D.C. for three nights, starting Monday. The winner of the Tribeca Film Festival Human/Nature, Common Ground is narrated by Laura Dern and features other big names such as Jason Momoa, Rosario Dawson, Woody Harrelson, Ian Somerhalder, and Donald Glover. Following each screening will be a panel discussion with elected officials, special guests, and cast. (The Miracle Theatre; 7 p.m.; $18)
PUBLIC OBSCENITIES: Writer and director Shayok Misha Chowdry’s off-Broadway show makes its D.C. premiere this week. The bilingual play follows a queer studies Ph.D. student who brings his boyfriend to Kolkata, India to visit his aunt and uncle, which prompts all sorts of realizations. (Woolly Mammoth Theatre; 7:30 p.m.; $5+)
MORE: Act One Plays (Anacostia Playhouse; 7 p.m.; $5+), Potomac River Jazz Club Talk: The Assunto Dukes featuring Deano Assunto (Virtual; 7 p.m.; FREE), José González (Lincoln Theatre; 8 p.m.; $45+), D.C. Housing Trivia (Sonny’s Pizza; 6 p.m.; FREE)
TUESDAY, NOV. 14
A TASTE OF OPERA: The Virginia Opera is putting on a Tuesday lunchtime concert. The performance will feature famous arias and duets from the greatest hits of opera, Broadway show tunes and more. (Hylton Performing Arts Center, Gregory Family Theater, 1:30 p.m.; $40+)
SEE YOU TOMORROW: Iris Bahr’s one woman show tells the story of a mother in Israel and daughter in Los Angeles who connect daily via WhatsApp video. Inspired by Bahr’s own experiences, See You Tomorrow is a poignant story about family, caregiving, and guilt. (Theater J; 7:30 p.m.; $49.99+)
MORE: Old Line Plate: Maryland Stories, Recipes, and Celebrations (Virtual; 12 p.m.; FREE), Steven Cushner (Katzan Arts Center; 6 p.m.; FREE), Say Sue Me (The Atlantis; 6:30 p.m.; $20), Etch A Sketch Comedy (DC Arts Center; 8:30 p.m.; $10), Cuffing Season (Assembly Food Hall; 5:30 p.m.; $10)
SPONSORED POTTERY ON THE HILL SHOW AND SALE: Pottery on the Hill returns again for another great year of ceramics at the Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital. Pottery on the Hill is a weekend celebrating functional pottery featuring top ceramic artists from across the country. Ticketed preview Nov. 17 ($40 advance/$45 day of) and show and sale Nov. 18-19 (FREE).
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15
TOUCHING THE ART: Queer icon and activist Mattilda Bernstein Sycamore’s latest book is a mix of memoir, biography, criticism, and social history. On Wednesday, Sycamore will be discussing Touching The Art with Georgetown University professor Jennifer Natalya Fink. (Politics and Prose Connecticut Avenue; 7 p.m.; FREE)
BUY BLACK: Join Bowie State University Theatre for its first full-length incubator production. Created by student Raymond Ingram, Buy Black highlights the importance of community in tough times. (Bowie University Fine and Performing Arts Center; 7:30 p.m.; $8 students/seniors and $14 general admission)
MORE: Kasabian (9:30 Club; 7 p.m.; $40), Free Press screening (Johnson Center Cinema at George Mason University; 4:30 p.m.; FREE), An Evening of Music with Valerie June, Rachael Davis, Thao, Yasmin Williams (Sixth & I; 8 p.m.; $39.50), Caroline Davis’ Alula (Rhizome DC; 7 p.m.; $20+)
THURSDAY, NOV. 16
ROCK CREEK KINGS: D.C. rock band Rock Creek Kings are known for their DIY outdoor shows. This week, they’ll take their performance indoors alongside musicians Aaron Shneyer and Eli Waltz. (Sixth & I; 7:30 p.m.; $20+)
HOWL AT THE MOON: Celebrate the bar’s one year D.C. anniversary. There will be drink deals, live performances, and more. (Howl at the Moon; 8 p.m.; FREE but subject to cover)
THE UNAPOLOGETIC WORKBOOK: Dr. Rheeda Walker will discuss her newest book, The Unapologetic Workbook for Black Mental Health. It explores how to combat the Black mental health crisis by cultivating resilience, building confidence, and stepping into apologetic joy. (Mahogany Books Anacostia; 7 p.m.; FREE)
MORE: Gary Janetti (Lincoln Theatre; 8 p.m.; $49.50), Shakespeare Everywhere Festival Lecture Series (Library of Congress; 6 p.m.; FREE), The Wiz screening (Harmony Hall Arts Center; 7 p.m.; $10), Bouncing Off The Walls (Kennedy Center Terrace Theatre; 7:30 p.m.; $45+), 23 And Me Comedy Special Release Party (Recessions Bar and Grill; 10 p.m.; FREE), Hajar Yazdiha and Gene Demby discuss The Struggle for the People’s King(Loyalty Bookstore Petworth; 7 p.m.; FREE)
