The experts behind the Going Out Guide post daily on news and trends in D.C.'s arts and entertainment scene, including upcoming events and restaurant and bar openings.
Going Out Gurus: August 26, 2007 - September 1, 2007
Comings and Goings
Local museums and galleries wake up from their summer slumbers this month to kick off a jam-packed exhibit season. I've listed some of the exhibits I'm most excited about after the jump, but area art spaces are just too rife...
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Julia Beizer
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August 31, 2007; 12:24 PM ET |
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New Music From Local Bands
It's time to check in on some more local acts with new tunes. In this edition we feature new releases from roots rockers Justin Jones & the Driving Rain, D.C. indie rock icon Travis Morrison and the ever-pleasant roots-folk stylings...
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David Malitz
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August 30, 2007; 2:14 PM ET |
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On Stage in September
With September comes the start of several exciting new seasons, notably Studio Theatre's 30th anniversary season. Trends in the month include two shows addressing the afterlife, a few comedic looks at family bonding (both mother/daughter and father/son) and several heart-wrenching...
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Erin
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August 30, 2007; 12:24 PM ET |
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Nightlife Agenda Pick of the Week
Time has flown by, but it's been 15 years since Dr. Dre unveiled "The Chronic," the most influential hip-hop album of '90s. Packed with P-Funk samples, gangsta boasting and endless dissing of Eazy-E and Tim Dog, the lyrical highlights of...
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Fritz Hahn
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August 30, 2007; 12:00 PM ET |
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Bars and Clubs
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Eats on the Streets
Do you ever get tired of seeing the same boiled hot dogs and $5 sodas at every food cart around town? I love getting lunch from a street cart, but D.C. has a long way to go before it offers...
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Erin
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August 29, 2007; 9:47 AM ET |
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Restaurants
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Feeling Festive
What is it about the beginning of September that makes everyone want to throw a music festival? OK, it's Labor Day, that last gasp of summer when people might be looking for any excuse to head outdoors. That makes sense....
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David Malitz
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August 27, 2007; 6:06 PM ET |
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Free and Easy
Every Monday, the Going Out Gurus post about the best ways to spend time in Washington without spending any money. Have an idea for us? Send it to events@washingtonpost.com. Summer's winding down, and this week brings the end of a...
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Fritz Hahn
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August 27, 2007; 1:37 PM ET |
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Misc.
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