March 15, 2005

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GW's Guide To Happenings Throughout Metropolitan Washington

Ongoing Exhibitions
$ Exhibition “The 48th Corcoran Biennial: Closer to Home” This Biennial focuses on contemporary artists making use of traditional arts methods. Closer to Home marks a return to the exhibition’s origins and considers the familiar territories of traditional media — such as canvas, paint and wood — while giving prominence to the work of Washington, DC-based artists. The exhibition opens March 19 and continues through June 27. For more information call 639-1770, or visit www.corcoran.org.

$ Exhibition “Maiolica: Italian Renaissance Ceramics from the Corcoran Collection” This exhibition features Italian Renaissance maiolica, a high-quality, beautifully decorated tin-glazed earthenware. Examples include plates, apothecary jars, inkwells and other types of decorative objects. The Corcoran’s collection contains works made in all of the major centers of Italian Renaissance production including Faenza, Urbino and Tuscany. Exhibition continues through July 11. For more information call 639-1770, or visit www.corcoran.org.

Exhibition “Boating on a River” Boating on a River surveys the role of boats in the history of later Chinese painting. Exhibition runs through Aug. 14 at the Freer Gallery. For more information, call 633-1000, or visit www.asia.si.edu.
Exhibition “Cotton Puffs, Q-tips, Smoke and Mirrors: The Drawings of Ed Ruscha” Exhibition runs through May 30 at the National Gallery of Art. For more information, call 737-4215, or visit www.nga.gov.

$ Exhibition “Figuratively Speaking: The Human Form in American Art 1770–1950” Drawn from the Corcoran’s permanent collection, the exhibition explores the stylistic diversity of American artists’ depictions of the human form and chronicles the nation’s artistic and social histories. Through May 23. For more information call 639-1700 or visit www.corcoran.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. 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.

Tuesday / March 15
$ Lecture “Ombudsmen and Integrity: Conscience in the Media” Marvin Kalb, senior fellow at the Joan Shorenstein Center on the Press, Politics, and Public Policy, Harvard University, moderates as three prominent ombudsmen from some of the nation’s most distinguished media outlets discuss important issues and challenges facing today’s journalists. General admission $20, members $15. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org

$ Lecture “A Persian New Year Celebration.” Nowruz, the Persian New Year, celebrates the rebirth of nature at the vernal equinox with a series of symbolic rituals dating to ancient times. General admission $112, members $90. Zaytinya, 701 9th St., NW. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Lecture “Excavating Armageddon: New Discoveries, Old Debates” Eric Cline discusses the history and latest archaeological discoveries made at the site of Megiddo in Israel’s Jezreel Valley — the Biblical Armageddon — where many history-changing conflicts have taken place during the past 4,000 years. General admission $40, members $30. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Performance WPAS: The Chieftains Tickets $30–$75. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

$ Lecture “Oscar Niemeyer: An Architect Committed to His Century” One of the most prolific architects of the 20th century, Niemeyer continues to believe in the socialist ideal. In this award-winning film, the 92-year-old architect discusses his life and devotion to architecture in a century full of turmoil of political ideologies and artistic movements. The film is introduced by Murilo Gabrielli, head of Cultural and Public Affairs at the Brazilian Embassy. At the Corcoran Gallery of Art. 7 pm. Members $10; non-members $12. Presented in cooperation with the Environmental Film Festival and the Brazilian Embassy. For more information call 639-1770, or visit www.corcoran.org.

Wednesday / March 16
GW Sports Baseball vs. Delaware State 2:30 pm at Barcroft Park in Arlington, VA.

GW Seminar “Chronic Heartburn and GERD” Millions of Americans suffer from chronic heartburn. Learn about your range of options including medications, minimally invasive procedures and surgery. Presented by: Marie L. Borum, MD, director of gastroenterology and liver disease, and Fred Brody, MD, director of minimally invasive surgery. Free. 7-8:30 pm, in the GW Hospital Auditorium. To register, call 1-888-4GW-DOCS.

$ Lecture “Xian: Capital of Ancient China” Using images of Xian’s visual arts and architecture, augmented by poetry and ancient tales, Philip Kafalas distinguishes the importance of each of these empires and brings to life their atmosphere and distinctive culture. General admission $40, members $30. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Film “Environmental Film Festival-Coral Reef Adventure IMAX” In this giant-screened film (USA, 2003, 46 min), ocean explorer and underwater filmmakers Howard and Michele Hall lead an expedition through the sun-drenched waters of the South Pacific, on a mission to help save endangered coral reefs from extinction. General admission $13, members $10, Children (under 10) $7. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Performance “From Piaf to Brel and Beyond: French Cabaret with Deborah Boily” Singing many Edith Piaf favorites such as La Vie en Rose, L’Hymne a L’amour, Boily takes us to the wistful but gay Paris of then — and now. 7 pm. Members $20; non-members $25. At the Corcoran Gallery of Art. For more information call 639-1770, or visit www.corcoran.org.

Concert “Wednesday Jazz” “Rick Whitehead, Solo Guitarist” The Corcoran Gallery of Art continues its free jazz concert series every first and third Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30 pm in the Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium. For more information call 639-1774 or visit www.corcoran.org.

Thursday / March 17
Lecture Dana Gioia Chair of The National Endowment for the Arts Internationally acclaimed poet, critic, translator, educator, and former business executive Gioia will present a free lecture on poetry and creating an opera libretto, at 7:30 pm in GW’s Funger Hall. The program is free and open to the public. Sponsored by The Wagner Society of Washington, DC, a private, non-profit organization devoted to the study and enjoyment of Richard Wagner’s art. For more information call 301/907-2600 or visit www.wagner-dc.org.

$ Performance “Musical Evening Series: Praÿzák Quartet” The Praÿzák Quartet performs Haydn, Quartet in G-minor, Op. 74, No. 3, (“The Rider”); Janácek, Quartet No. 1, (“Kreutzer Sonata”); Brahms, Quartet in B Major, Op. 67. 8 pm. Members $50; non-members $60. At the Corcoran Gallery of Art. For more information call 639-1770, or visit www.corcoran.org.

Friday / March 18
Spring Break Ends

GW Sports Baseball vs. Cleveland State 2:30 pm at Barcroft Park, Arlington, VA.

$ Lecture “An Introduction to the Bible” Gain a better understanding of the literature and history of the Bible as religious studies scholar Mitchell G. Reddish discusses the contents, purpose, and history of both the Jewish scriptures and the New Testament writings. General admission $140, members $95. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Exhibition “Fashions of the 1940s from The Museum at FIT” The fashions of the 1940s, as much as its dance, music and theater, represented the determination and hopes of the American people during the war years, the subsequent economic expansion, and the beginnings of new social movements that marked the decade. Runs through April 15. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

$ Performance “Sentimental Journey” The Catherine B. Reynolds Foundation Series for Artistic Excellence presents opera star Harolyn Blackwell, “The Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin, crooner Johnny Mathis, and country music star Dwight Yoakam in a gala salute to American popular music of the 1940s. Tickets $30–$150. For tickets and more information call-467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

Saturday / March 19
GW Sports Baseball vs. Cleveland State 1 pm at Barcroft Park in Arlington, VA.

$ Performance “The Golden Age of Operetta” Hear the world’s most beautiful melodies sung by greats such as Richard Tauber, Rosa Ponselle, and Dame Joan Sutherland. See film excerpts of stars such as Jeannette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy, Grace Moore, Paul Robeson, Lawrence Tibbett, Lily Pons, and Deanna Durbin. General admission $130, members $85. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Lecture “The Real ‘Body Farm’: Inside the Legendary Forensics Lab” In an all-day seminar, Dr. Bass, a legend in forensic circles, is joined by Jon Jefferson, author of Death’s Acre, a new book about the Body Farm, to reveal the history, purposes, and functioning of the renowned forensic laboratory. General admission $140, members $95. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Performance Emerson String Quartet For over 25 years the Emerson String Quartet has been a pace-setter in the areas of classical and contemporary repertoire, including theatrical presentations. Full Series, General admission $269, members $215. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Performance “WPAS: National Acrobats of Taiwan” Tickets $25–$55. For tickets and more information call-467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

Sunday / March 20
GW Sports Baseball vs. Cleveland State Noon at Barcroft Park in Arlington, VA.

GW Sports Gymnastics vs. Rhode Island 1 pm at the Smith Center.

GW Sports Women’s tennis vs. Missouri 3 pm at Montclair Country Club in Dumfries, VA.

$ Performance “Sacred Harp Singing” Join Tim Eriksen for an intimate performance and optional sing-along with the Potomac Sacred Harp Singers.General admission $25, members $20. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Performance “The Choral Arts Society of Washington: Bach: St. Matthew Passion” With the interplay of dramatic narrative, reflective arias, and the devotions of the faithful through the beloved chorales, this timeless masterpiece is profoundly moving to all who hear or perform it. Tickets $17–$50. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

$ Children’s Class “Sunday Tradition: Recycled Sculpture!” Taking a cue from Biennial artist Kathryn Spence, participants will celebrate Earth Day by creating complex sculptures made entirely from recycled materials! These workshops are intended to encourage artful dialogue between children ages 5 – 10 and their adult companions. 2:30–4 pm. $5 per child; Corcoran Gallery of Art family members free. Call 639-1727 for reservations. For more information call 639-1770, or visit www.corcoran.org.

Tuesday / March 22
$ Lecture “No-Pain Weight Loss: The Volumetrics Eating Plan” Eat more and weigh less! It’s possible, according to Barbara Rolls, a leading authority on weigh management. General admission $82. members $65. The Madison Hotel, 15th and M streets, NW. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Performance “WPAS: DaXun Zhang” Tickets $27. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

Wednesday / March 23
GW $ Theatre “Tartuffe, by Moliere” Directed by Alan Wade. March 23 (Preview), 24, 25, 26, at 7:30 pm; March 27 at 2 pm. Dorothy Betts Marvin Theatre. For more information call the Promotions Office at 994-6178 or visit www.gwu.edu/~theatre/.

GW Sports Softball vs. Marist 2 pm at the Mount Vernon Athletic Complex.

GW Seminar “Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery” GW Hospital is one of 11 sites nationwide and the first in DC to perform a new minimally invasive knee replacement developed by Zimmer, Inc. The new procedure, called “quad sparing knee surgery,” involves just a 3-4" incision, meaning shorter hospital stays, less pain and quicker recoveries. Presented by Paul Manner, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon. Free. 7–8:30 pm, in the GW Hospital Auditorium. To register, call 1-888-4GW-DOCS.

$ Lecture “Who Owns English?” Join Orin Hargraves, as he explores the history of the split between British and American dialects. General admission $15, members $12. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

Thursday / March 24
GW Sports Baseball vs. Hartford 2:30 pm at Barcroft Park in Arlington, VA.

$ Lecture “An Evening with Gene Wilder” Critically acclaimed motion picture and stage actor Gene Wilder is interviewed by CBS News and Sunday Morning correspondent Rita Braver. General admission $20, members $16. At Lisner Auditorium. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

$ Lecture “Best Cellars University at the Corcoran” This three-part series, led by wine expert Brett Freeman, offers a window into the world of wine. “Bored-not!-with Bordeaux” The Bordeaux region produces and exports some of the most famous wines in the world. Sample Bordeaux and Bordeaux-style wines. 7 pm. Individual evenings: members $55; non-members $65; series of three: members $150; non-members $180. At the Corcoran Gallery of Art. For more information call 639-1770, or visit www.corcoran.org.

Friday / March 25
$ Performance “Count Basie Orchestra featuring Nnenna Freelon” Tickets $30. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

Saturday / March 26
GW Sports Baseball vs. Rhode Island Noon at Barcroft Park in Arlington, VA.

GW Sports Softball vs. Rhode Island Noon at the Mount Vernon Athletic Complex.

$ Performance “Washington National Opera: The Maid of Orleans” Washington National Opera proudly opens its Spring 2005 season with Tchaikovsky’s The Maid of Orleans. Runs through April 11. Tickets $45–$290. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

$ Performance “WPAS: Alexandre Tharaud” Tickets $31. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

Sunday / March 27
GW Sports Baseball vs. Rode Island Noon at Barcroft Park in Arlington, VA.

Monday / March 28
$ Performance “Voices of the Arts: John Lithgow” Kennedy Center President Michael M. Kaiser hosts the versatile two-time Tony®-winning actor John Lithgow in conversation. Tickets $15. For tickets and more information call 467-4600 or visit kennedycenter.com.

Tuesday / March 29
$ Lecture “Joseph Horowitz: The Rise and Fall of Classical Music in America” Music historian Joseph Horowitz argues that classical music in the US today is peculiarly performance-driven. General admission $15, members $12. For tickets and information call 357-3030 or visit www.residentassociates.org.

GW Sports Softball vs. La Salle 2 pm at the Mount Vernon Athletic Complex.

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