MONDAY >> The Library of Congress Mary Pickford Theatre in the James Madison Building kicks off 5 weeks worth of free Monday night rock and pop films with a rare showing of the 1966 documentary, The Big T.N.T. Show. David “Man from Uncle” McCallum hosts Ray Charles, Petula Clark, the Lovin’ Spoonful, Bo Diddley, Joan Baez, the Ronettes, Roger Miller, the Byrds, Donovan, the Seeds, the Modern Folk Quartet, and Ike and Tina Turner taped…
If you are looking for a musical way to celebrate Veterans Day, the Washington Chorus will perform its annual Tribute and Reflection concert this afternoon (November 11, 3 p.m.), in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall (tickets: $15 to $55). Their program includes Joseph Haydn’s martial Mass in Time of War. Although there are not that many classical music concerts in the early part of the week, the schedule for next weekend is about as full…
>> Right there is the Laura Sessions Stepp Credo: Laura doesn’t “get it” so the “social culture” is broken. [DCeiver] >> Don’t miss the ABC News coverage of the 5-year anniversary of the D.C.-area sniper shooting spree. What do you think of Lee Boyd Malvo’s apology? [ABC News] >> Oh c’mon, don’t you get it? Kids can say they’re going to “The Library” and not be lying! It’s totally hilarious. [Free Ride] >> Regarding…
>> Sheffield’s The Long Blondes, often called a female-fronted version of the Arctic Monkeys, are at Rock and Roll Hotel tonight with Nicole Atkins and the Sea and Five Four. $12, 8 p.m. >> Latin jazz legend and Grammy winner Eddie Palmieri begins a four-night stint at Blues Alley tonight, with 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. sets through Sunday. Tickets are $35. >> John Updike will be at Temple Sinai to read from his book…
The Library of Congress hosts the best free concert series in Washington. The 81st season got officially under way last night when the Beaux Arts Trio came to town. Since the group combined founding pianist Menahem Pressler (age 82) with cellist Antonio Meneses and violinist Daniel Hope in 2002, I have heard them twice, at the Library of Congress in 2004 and at the National Gallery in 2005. The group continues to uphold the name…
As you know, DCist is a hungry media powerhouse. So, when we moved into our marbled Hall of Justice-like complex in Dupont Down Under, we insisted that our lair contain a state-of-the-art cafeteria. According to the internal memo sent to “All DCists,” we included a cafeteria because we wanted our staff of thousands to have quick access to a reasonably priced meal. But you’ve got to realize that that’s only partially true. Even though…
Looking to meet some of your favorite authors, NBA stars, or characters from your favorite PBS kid’s shows this weekend? The Library of Congress and first lady (and former librarian) Laura Bush bring the 2004 National Book Festival to the Mall on Saturday. Now in its fourth year, the festival features more than 70 writers from across the literary spectrum. Notables appearing include R.L. Stine, E.L. Konigsburg, Joyce Carol Oates, Clive Cussler, Azar Nafisi, Anna…
Looking for a good way to wrap up your week without putting a dent in your wallet? The Library of Congress’ recently renovated Mary Pickford Theater will be screening Tennessee Williams’ 1956 classic “Baby Doll” tomorrow at 7:00 p.m. Screenings in the 60-seat venue are free, but the LOC suggests you call ahead and reserve seats between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. the week of the screening at (202) 707-5677. Here’s the film description from…
