Jim Gaffigan’s “Everything Is Wonderful”
Georgetown graduate Jim Gaffigan (MSB ’88) is offering three nights of raucously funny stand-up comedy at The Anthem. Hear Gaffigan present all new material about his usual topics, including parenting, food and general observations. The “Everything Is Wonderful” tour visits Washington, D.C. from Feb. 26-28. Tickets start at $62.
See the world premiere of “The World to Come” performed by the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. Set in a retirement home, the play follows a group of elderly residents navigating friendships, love and survival as the outside world descends into chaos. Equal parts absurd and deeply human, the play has been described as moving, apocalyptic and comedic by critics. Performing on their home stage, this production shows varying times between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. until March 1.
On tour for his “Essex Honey Tour,” Blood Orange will be performing in Washington, D.C. at The Anthem on Tuesday, March 3 at 8 p.m. Devonté Hynes, the creative force behind the band, blends R&B, electronic and indie pop into his songs. While his music is already moving, his concerts are known for his immersive live performances. Tickets begin at $103.
Back and Forth: Rozeal., Titian, Cezanne
The National Gallery of Art’s Back and Forth exhibition places contemporary artist Rozeal.’s work in discussion with paintings from two of the greats: Titian, an Italian Renaissance painter, and Cézanne, a Post-Impressionist painter. The exhibition explores how these artists from different periods approach similar questions of representation, style and influence. Rozeal.’s work draws on a range of references, including European portraiture and Japanese visual culture. The exhibition will be showing until April 26, and admission is free.
