Monday, Feb. 26
Hot Chocolate and German Movies 6 p.m. Goethe-Institut, 814 Seventh St. N.W. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown (red, green and yellow lines) Enjoy a creamy cup of German-style hot chocolate and films by some of today's award-winning German directors. The hot chocolate starts flowing at 6 p.m, while the movies start at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $4 for students. For more information, visit www.goethe.de/ins/us/was/enindex.htm.
Tuesday, Feb. 27
"Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune" Through April 8 Arena Stage, 1101 Sixth St. S.W. Metro: Waterfront-SEU (green line) Written by Tony Award-winning playwright Terrence McNally, "Frankie and Johnny" is play about Johnny, a short-order cook in a diner who goes home with Frankie, a waitress, for more than just a one-night stand. For more information, visit www.arenastage.org or call (202) 488-3300.
"Richard III" Through March 18 The Shakespeare Theatre, 450 Seventh St. N.W. Metro: Gallery Place-Chinatown (red, green and yellow lines) In one of Shakespeare's earliest plays, "Richard III" seduces and slaughters his enemies and relatives. Michael Kahn directs the Shakespeare Theatre's production of this famous tragedy. For more information, visit www.shakespearedc.org or call (202) 547-1122.
Saturday, March 3
"Jazz in Our Time" All-Star Opening Night Concert and Award Ceremony 7-9 p.m. The Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. N.W. Metro: Foggy Bottom-GWU (blue and orange lines) During March, the Kennedy Center will be hosting "Jazz in Our Time," a series of events and concerts honoring some of the greatest jazz musicians. The series includes a concert hosted by James Earl Jones and an awards ceremony. Jazz artists Nancy Wilson and Regina Carter will perform. Tickets cost $20-$65. For more information, visit www.kennedy-center.org.
