February 24th, 2010 Issue

It began to snow. And then it snowed and snowed. It stopped then it started again. The record snowfall of ...

The world has been hit by one tragedy after another in recent times, some so immeasurable they leave you reeling ...

Think “alternative space” and your mind will conjure up concrete floors, unfinished walls, improvised lighting with wires dangling from the ceiling. Alternative spaces in the hip, art world sense are somewhat rare in D.C., but are even rarer outside D.C. itself, let alone outside the Beltway, as the Adam Lister Gallery (3995 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA) is...

The Shakespeare Theatre Company calls its productions of “Richard II” and “Henry V” now being performed at Sidney Harman Hall’s “The Leadership Repertory.” I call it two of the most outstanding Shakespeare productions I’ve ever encountered, period.

We recently talked with Shakespeare Theatre Company's Michael Kahn, who directed “Richard II” and "Henry V," about the plays and the process.

With this surplus of residual snow comes a unique opportunity for those itching for a relaxing weekend getaway.