MONDAY When it comes to examining the state of contemporary theatre, Robert Brustein has few peers. Expect a stimulating discussion when Brustein comes to the J to offer his viewpoint on how the post-9/11 years have played out on stage — issues he takes on in Millennial Stages: Essays and Reviews 2001—2005. District of Columbia Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St. NW., at 7:30 p.m. $8. Also, from the McSweeney’s camp of writers come Kevin…

FRIDAY: For many of us, going to see Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie Home Companion” recorded live was one of the few times in our early teens when both we and our parents could agree on attending the same event without rancor. But Keillor’s getting up there, and it seems more likely we’ll be sharing “This American Life” or even some yet-to-be produced program with our own kids. For now, thank goodness, Keillor and company are…

FRIDAY >> We’ve long been fans of John Hodgman, the “former professional literary agent” turned “professional writer” who doles out “advice” in his regular column in McSweeney’s (and occassional appearances on This American Life). Tonight Hodgmania will take hold at Warehouse Theater, as the writer reads from his new book, The Areas of My Expertise, a sort of compendium of completely made-up “history” and “facts.” Listen to Hodgman read the 700 Hobo Names You Requested…