Tag: entertainment
‘On Air’ at Creative Cauldron is a delightful musical about early radio
Jimmy Mavrikes as Frank Conrad and Nora Palka as Flora Conrad in “On Air” at Creative Cauldron. [Keith Waters Kx Photography] By David Siegel Dancing and singing over the wireless airways – how might it have happened? What might have been a dry history lesson is given delightfully appealing musical charm in Creative Cauldron’s world … Continued
Bowling alley will become an ‘eatertainment’ center
The Annandale bowling center will be totally redone. The Bowlero Corp.’s $2.5 million renovation of the Annandale bowling alley is expected to start in late spring. When completed, it will be an “eatertainment” center with “the largest bar in Annandale,” a full kitchen with an executive chef, and “the largest game arcade in Northern Virginia” … Continued
Confronting evil: A brilliant stage production of “columbinus” at 1st Stage in Tysons
From left: Rocky Nunzio and Patrick Joy in “columbinus.” [Teresa Castracane/1st Stage] By David Siegel There is palpable rage in the all too disquieting, yet mesmerizing, docudrama production of “columbinus.” The play runs through April 20 at 1st Stage in Tysons. First staged in 2005, “columbinus” combines fact and fiction into unforgiving dramatic theatrical imagination … Continued
The Annandale carnival – a fun outing for some, a lifestyle for others
The Annandale carnival – at the Kmart parking lot through April 14 – is more than a destination for a fun outing – it’s a workplace with over 60 employees. “We’re all like a family,” says crew member Terrie Johnson. Dreamland Amusements is a family-owned business that was established in … Continued
Creative Cauldron’s Alice in Wonderland will delight children – and their parents
Izzy Smelkinson as the White Rabbit and Madeline Aldana as Alice. [Keith Waters, Kx Photography] By David Siegel Full of high-spirited playfulness, flights of adorable fancy, and some verbal gymnastics that children and adults can savor, Creative Cauldron’s Alice in Wonderland is family entertainment that will sweep one’s cares away into the joys of “curiouser … Continued
Providence Players present ‘August: Osage County’
Providence Players in rehearsal for “August: Osage County”: Beth Gilles Whitehead as Barbara Fordham and Clint Bagwell as Bill Fordham. [Chip Gertzog/Providence Players] By David Siegel “August: Osage County,” a play with plenty of wit and toughness and winner of the Pulitzer Prize and multiple Tony Awards, opens tomorrow at the James Lee Community Center … Continued
Carnival coming to Annandale
One of the rides in the upcoming Annandale carnival. [Dreamland Amusements] A carnival is coming to the Kmart parking lot on John Marr Drive in Annandale April 4-14. There will be 19-20 rides plus games and food stands, says Bob De Stefano, a consultant with Dreamland Amusements. Rides include a large Ferris wheel with more … Continued
Intense play at Signature explores meaning of humanity
Felicia Curry, Yesenia Iglesias, and Holly Twyford in “Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity” at Signature Theatre. [C. Stanley Photography] By David Siegel Arresting and compelling are two words that come to mind to describe Signature Theatre’s fiery production about survival in a society racked by long-term natural disasters and deadly human-made … Continued
Fairfax Orchestra presents a very special concert
Alicia Curtis and Sidney Hampton of the Bowen McCauley Dance Company. [Jeff Malet] By David Siegel Something unique is in store for patrons of the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra. The FSO is presenting a a music and dance program “way off the beaten track,” says Christopher Zimmerman, the FSO’s conductor and music director. The performance, on … Continued
Casa Grande brings Central American food and music to Annandale
Casa Grande, a restaurant and bar featuring food and music from Central America at 7137 Little River Turnpike in central Annandale, celebrated its grand opening Feb. 22. Casa Grande hosts live music and dancing – cumbia, machata, meringue, and salsa – or a DJ and karaoke on weekend nights and focuses on family friendly dining … Continued
Local entrepreneur busts a move with the Wizards
Members of the Wizdom dance team perform on WJLA. Theresa Cizmar is third from the left. Theresa Cizmar, the owner of the Auntie Te’s consignment shop, has found a new calling at the age of 64. She’s a dancer with Wizdom, the Washington Wizards’ hip-hop senior dance team that debuted in September. They perform at … Continued
Kids’ active play center opens at St. James
Super, Awesome & Amazing, the kids’ active entertainment center at the St. James sports complex in Springfield, officially opened to the public Nov. 30. It has a ninja warrior course; three climbing structures, including one that can be used for racing; a jungle gym that can be used for Nerf battles; trampolines; a ropes course; … Continued
Mediterranean restaurant coming to Seven Corners
The main entrance of Emessa on Leesburg Pike. Emessa, a Mediterranean restaurant, is set to open Nov. 24 in the spot formerly occupied by the Seven Corners Pub at 6315 Leesburg Pike. The space is being totally remodeled and will feature a hookah bar, live entertainment, and alcohol, as well as a menu featuring Middle … Continued
In ‘Billy Elliot,’ a boy finds his way through dance
From the left: Chris Genebach (Dad), Liam Redford (Billy Elliot), and the ensemble from Billy Elliot at Signature Theatre. [Christopher Mueller] By David Siegel Billy Elliot the Musical at Signature Theatre in Shirlington soars with expressive, youthful dance energy and a liberating message: Do what you need to do to be who you want to be. … Continued
Brave Spirits Theatre presents a riveting performance of ‘The Dutchess of Malfi’
Katie Culligan as the Duchess. [Claire Kimball] By David Siegel Words have lethal consequences in the clear-eyed, unflinching production of The Duchess of Malfi from Brave Spirits Theatre. Under the sure-handed direction of Casey Kaleba, this is a gripping performance full of verbal wrath, physical terror, and compelling characters. First published in 1623, John Webster’s … Continued