Tag: entertainment
Infinity Stage presents 10 10-minute live comedies at Epicure Café
Scene from “The Unfortunate Teller” By David Siegel An interfering parent; a scientist creating the “perfect” human who then thinks she’s too good for him; planning a shopping spree with great precision; diner staff who fall asleep in their scrambled eggs; and a cunning way to break up – these are among the stories in … Continued
Bowling alley will be renovated
The Annandale bowling alley on Markham Street is going to be renovated and expanded. The manager of AMF Annandale Lanes, Jabbar Burke, says he just learned of the plan last week from a representative of the parent company, Bowlero Corp., but wasn’t given any details. He says Bowlero is going to send a concept team … Continued
‘The Pavilion’ explores the human spirit
From the left: Matt Bassett, Nora Achrati, and Helen R. Murray in “The Pavilion.” [C. Stanley Photography] By David Siegel Aching and raw, sweet and lamenting, Hub Theatre’s production of “The Pavilion” is a master class of three D.C.-area actors in command of playwright Craig Wright’s lyrical, melodic language about love, loss, regret, and mercy. … Continued
Supervisors approve daycare facility for seniors/banquet hall in central Annandale
An illustration of the proposed Sunflower senior daycare facility/banquet hall. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on March 20 approved a rezoning special exception to allow the construction of a combination adult daycare center and banquet hall on the site of the Kids’ Choice indoor sports center at 4317 Ravensworth Road in Annandale. … Continued
Local theaters nominated for Helen Hayes Awards
“Crazy for You at Signature” was nominated for outstanding musical production, choreography, ensemble in a musical, and lead actor in a musical (Danny Gardner). Several theatrical productions covered in the Annandale Blog have been nominated for 2018 Helen Hayes Awards. One of the country’s most prestigious cultural honors, the Helen Hayes Awards recognize and celebrate … Continued
Students show off talent at Annandale High School’s Battle of the Bands
The Morning Commute with guest musicians from Generational Jazz Combo. [Chelsea Place] By Chelsea Place In a night of music and entertainment, six acts took to the stage to prove their talent at Annandale High School’s Battle of the Bands March 9. The music flowed from the moment the audience started filling the auditorium, as … Continued
Battle of the Bands at Annandale HS
The public is invited to vote for their favorite band at Annandale High School’s Battle of the Bands. The event is Friday, March 9, 7 p.m., in the Watson Auditorium. The bands battling it out include Gabe’s Fault, Change and Untch, Saxtastrophe, Martyn Negley, and more. Principal Tim Thomas will emcee, and the house band, … Continued
Seven Corners Pub to have new owner
The Seven Corners Pub, one of the few gathering places in Mason District with live music, is in the process of being purchased by a company called Ezzat Trading, says Rouni Chiha, who will become the new manager if the deal is finalized. The downstairs area of the pub, at 6315 Leesburg Pike, will become … Continued
‘Light Years’ at Signature: the story of a father and son told through music
Robbie Schaefer in “Light Years.” [Christopher Mueller] By David Siegel How does someone pay honor to a deceased parent whom they loved dearly? How does a son give thanks to his father? And when does a son really come to learn what a father went through, in those many years before the son was even … Continued
‘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