Going Out Gurus - D.C. Entertainment Dispatches - December 31, 2006

Forecast on the 2007 Art Scene

2006 is a hard act to follow. The Reynolds Center opened. The "Boating Party" returned to the Phillips. Dada came and conquered. But just because 2007 has a lot to live up to doesn't mean it has nothing to offer....

By Julia Beizer | January 5, 2007; 4:55 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (1)
Categories: Museums
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Where to Hear Reggae Riddims

Yesterday in Got Plans?, a Washington reader put forth a simple query: "Hot places in D.C. to hear reggae -- band or DJ. Go!" OK, not so much a question as a command, but you get the idea. We didn't...

By David Malitz | January 5, 2007; 2:01 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (2)
Categories: Music
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Changes on Capitol Hill

Welcome to Capitol Hill, 110th Congress! Welcome to Capitol Hill, Hamilton's Bar and Grill! Just in time for the opening session, the Hill has a new spot for after-work drinks. Hamilton's Bar and Grill replaced the Flying Scotsman late in...

By Fritz Hahn | January 5, 2007; 1:21 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (8)
Categories: Bars and Clubs
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Erin's Meal Plan for 2007

The new year is upon us and with it, the promise of plenty of fine dining. In the works are several sibling restaurants to beloved local establishments, ranging from four-star affairs to midnight cheap eats. More restaurants are popping into...

By Erin | January 4, 2007; 12:37 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (1)
Categories: Restaurants
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Nightlife Agenda Pick of the Week

Saturday, Jan. 6 Almost 20 years after Elvis Presley (allegedly) died on a Graceland toilet, local bars and clubs are still throwing over-the-top birthday parties in the King's honor. Jumpsuited Fat Elvises line up for costume contests, bands blast "All...

By Fritz Hahn | January 4, 2007; 10:00 AM ET | Permalink | Comments (3)
Categories: Bars and Clubs
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January Mixtape

Elvis Costello once said, "Writing about music is like dancing about architecture." To that I say, calling yourself Elvis when your name is really Declan isn't much better. But anyway, it's always nice to be able to hear some tunes...

By David Malitz | January 2, 2007; 4:49 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (9)
Categories: Music
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