Arlington Calendar May 16
Know of something missing from our community entertainment Calendar? Send it to The Arlington Connection, e-mail it to arlington@connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is 2 p.m. the Thursday before publication. Call Steve Hibbard at 703-778-9412 with any questions. Photos are welcome.
Don't Miss 'Lonely Planet' at MetroStage
Poignant AIDS play never mentions the word.
Like the American city where Steven Dietz's “Lonely Planet” takes place, the disease paralyzing the gay community with fear remains unnamed in the powerful and moving production of the award-winning work now playing at MetroStage in Alexandria.
Artomatic 2012 Runs Through June 23
This week marks the opening of Artomatic 2012, the Washington area's biggest free creative arts event. Artomatic will feature work by more than 1,300 artists, performers, musicians, filmmakers, fashion designers, and creatives of all kinds. Doors open to the public on Friday, May 18 at 6 p.m. at 1851 South Bell Street in Crystal City, one block from the Crystal City Metro Station. The festival runs through Saturday, June 23.
“Flourishing After 55”
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington’s Office of Senior Adult Programs for May 29 - June 2.
Tomorrow’s Designers, Today
Marymount University hosts Portfolio in Motion 2012 fashion show
Marymount University’s Portfolio in Motion 2012 fashion show on May 3 brought the runway to life with student-designed garments showcased in an ethereal Gilded Forest production.
Ballston Opens Arts & Craft Market
Saturday afternoon, The Ballston Arts & Craft Market opened for the season in the park at Wellburn Square on Saturday, May 12.
Notes from the Producer: "Lonely Planet"
You often hear theatre patrons (and producers!) say that a production is everything theatre should be. It is entertaining, yet has an emotional core so that you leave feeling like you have experienced something that has entertained yet enriched. It has taken you out of your immediate life experience and allowed you for an hour or two to view a collection of characters with a story to tell — a story separate from your own but with a universality that leaves you with insight and a sensitivity to life’s greatest challenges. MetroStage strives to offer this experience in all its many genres to its patrons each and every time.
Orange Line Connection May 8
Saturday Nights at 11:01 11:01 Saturday Nights. Starts at 11:01 p.m. Late-night dance party. Tickets are $15/$12 students. At the Ballroom at Artisphere, 1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington. Call 703-228-1850.
Arlington Neighborhood Day on May 12
From picnics to pony rides, Arlingtonians are gearing up for another great Neighborhood Day! On Saturday, May 12, neighborhoods from Bluemont to Dominion Hills will connect residents at events throughout the County.
Arlington Calendar for May 9
Know of something missing from our community entertainment Calendar? Send it to The Arlington Connection, e-mail it to arlington@connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is 2 p.m. the Thursday before publication. Call Steve Hibbard at 703-778-9412 with any questions. Photos are welcome.
Argentina National Day Celebration
Argentina National Day Celebration Featuring Argentine music, tango, exhibitions, food and more. The 25th Annual Argentina National Day Celebration will take place Saturday, May 19 from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 South Old Glebe Road, Arlington. Tickets are $20/advance; $30/door. Visit www.Tickeri.com.
Yorktown Band Hosts Chili Cook Off and Spring Sale
A dozen plus pots filled with chili filled the tables in the cafeteria for the Chili Cook-Off and spring sale on Saturday, May 5.
'Who Says I Can't?'
Face of America ride honors disabled veterans.
They came from across the country, gathering before dawn in the shadow of the Pentagon to begin a two-day journey to honor the sacrifices of America's wounded warriors and gain a better understanding of people with disabilities.
Toftoy Pens Sequel: ‘Eyes of Cold Case Killers’
Local author uses Northern Virginia as setting.
What’s next for professor sleuth Lars Neilsen and Alpha Team after solving the murders of four local university co-eds in “It’s In The Eyes?”
Signature Theatre Shines at Helen Hayes Awards
Signature Theatre was the big winner at the 2012 Helen Hayes Awards, taking home top honors in five categories in Washington's equivalent of Broadway's Tony Award celebration.