Tag: entertainment
‘Lady Day’ at the Creative Cauldron
Mark Meadows and Iyona Blake in “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.” [Keith Waters/Kx Photography] By David Seigel “Don’t threaten me with love, baby. Let’s just go walking in the rain,” is a quote attributed to the late, and lost-too-soon singer Billie Holiday (1915-1959). Creative Cauldron’s production of “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and … Continued
‘The Trojan Women Project’ explores knotty cultural issues
Lisa Hill-Corley as Betty in “The Trojan Women Project.” [Claire Kimball] By David Siegel Brave Spirits Theatre adds its distinctive style to the Women’s Voices Theatre Festival with “The Trojan Women Project.” It is a singular event. The play is packed with moments of dramatic sizzle from verbal and physical pokes and prods, along with … Continued
Students featured at unique Romeo and Juliet performance
Stevie Zimmerman By David Siegel Inspiring generations of theater-goers and music lovers alike is one of the aims of director Stevie Zimmerman. Her latest project connects the talents of the professional Fairfax Symphony Orchestra (FSO) with the music of Sergei Prokofiev’s “Romeo and Juliet” and with the text of the Shakespeare play. The performance, combining music … Continued
A lovely holiday treat: ‘Christmas at the Old Bull and Bush’
Tracey Stephens and Albert Coia [Chris Banks] By David Siegel Brimming with heart, musical numbers to elicit smiles, a unique wit, audience sing-alongs, and moments that disrupt theatrical norms, MetroStage’s “Christmas at the Old Bull and Bush” is a charmer. It is lovely, lively fare for the holidays; a figgy pudding in all its sweet … Continued
‘The Phantom Tollbooth’ will delight the whole family
Amanda Ranowsky as Tock and Susan Kaplan as the Spelling Bee in “The Phantom Tollbooth.” [Chip Gertzog/Providence Players] By David Siegel “For our 20th anniversary season, we wanted to do something non-traditional in the holiday time slot. We have always liked the idea of presenting a fantasy rather than a traditional holiday show,” says Chip … Continued
Vinyl record-pressing factory to open in January
One of Furnace’s record-pressing machines. The growing success of Furnace Record Pressing, a company based in Merrifield, has led to its decision to build a 50,000-square foot vinyl record-manufacturing plant in Mason District. The new plant is expected to open in January at 6315 Bren Mar Drive at in a building that used to house … Continued
The Block hosts a Night Market
The Block The Block, the collection of eateries at 4221 John Marr Drive, Annandale, is hosting its first DMV Night Market this Saturday and Sunday with more than 20 street food vendors, live music, DJs, and games. The event is not only at night; it starts at noon on both Dec. 2 and 3 and … Continued
‘Crazy for You’: Irresistible fun at Signature
Danny Gardner as Bobby Child and Ashley Spencer as Polly Baker in “Crazy for You.” [C. Stanley Photography] By David Siegel What a giddy, joyful afterimage of mouthwatering kinetic alchemy. Under the confident direction of chemistry-setter Mathew Gardiner, Signature Theatre has produced an irresistible “Crazy for You.” It is a musical built upon an enduring … Continued
Annandale has a parade
Columbia Pike was closed for a while this morning for the annual Annandale Parade sponsored by the local chamber of commerce. Scout troops, schools, businesses, a marching band, Bolivian dancers, local clubs, fire trucks, politicians, and more made their way down the street. Many paraders handed out candy to kids in Halloween costumes. [There are … Continued
Falls Church HS brings Homecoming to the streets
The Marching Jaguars lead the Falls Church High School Homecoming Parade. [Photos by Jason Anderson] Falls Church High School brought some school spirit into the community Oct. 20 as the annual Jaguar Homecoming Parade wound through the neighborhood. The cheerleaders and volleyball players. After the parade, the FCHS community came together for a tailgate celebration … Continued
The Taste of Annandale: That was fun!
Crowds of people converged on Tom Davis Drive in the center of Annandale Saturday, Oct 15, for the third annual Taste of Annandale. People of all ages enjoyed live shows, food, and fun at the street festival on a perfect fall day. Monarca in Flight. An event planner at the festival estimated the Taste of … Continued
The Taste of Annandale is tomorrow: 15 things you need to know
Come out and celebrate with the community tomorrow at the third annual Taste of Annandale. This festival, which is amounting to a huge block party, is Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., on Tom Davis Drive. The event features food from local restaurants and food trucks, live entertainment, a 5K race, a full schedule of … Continued
Review: ‘The Mistress Cycle’
The “Mistress Cycle” cast, from the left: Julia Capizzi (Anais Nin), Iyona Blake (LuLu White), Erica Clare (Tess Walker), Abby Middleton (Diane de Poitiers), and Justine Icy Moral (Ching). [Keith Water, Kx Photography] By David Siegel Illuminating what has been in the shadows, or usually whispered about, a new musical offers a delicately rendered look … Continued
Traditional Chinese fashions showcased at Taste of Annandale
The Chinese Culture Institute’s Hanfu Club is presenting a couture fashion show at the Taste of Annandale featuring traditional Chinese dress from the Han period. It is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. The Chinese Culture Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting an understanding of traditional Chinese culture through programs in education, language, business, and … Continued
Best-dressed pets to compete at the Taste of Annandale
A pet contest at the Super Pet Expo at the Dulles Expo Center. [Photos: Chico’s Natural Pet Expo] Bring your dog or cat to the Taste of Annandale Saturday, Oct. 14, and you could win a prize in the best-dressed pet contest sponsored by Chico’s Natural Pet Market. The contest takes place on the stage … Continued