Representing Feb. 2020 in my scrapbook series is The National Theatre. I'll be honest that it's…read morerare I ever go to a play, but in 2019-early 2020, it was a pretty common occurrence as I was part of INWEGO. In April 2019, my friend got me to join INWEGO. We each got a credit, which made it nearly free. On April 12, 2019, I went to Arena Stage for the 1st time, and the INWEGO era began. You'd pay $19 for 1 show a month, $39 for 3 shows, & $59 for 5 shows. This included plays, concerts, sporting event, comedy, & other various events. I visited National Theatre 4 times all on INWEGO: 1. Tuesday, December 10, 2019: Fiddler on the Roof 2. Thursday, December 19, 2019: Jersey Boys 3. Tuesday, February 11, 2020: King's Speech 4. Wednesday, March 4, 2020: Bandstand A lot of great shows. Some good vantage points from the level to upper level section seats that I got along with my girlfriend of that time. It was a cool, grand venue. Each time was its own unique experience. December 10, 2019: I'll be honest that I was upset with my girlfriend of that time on that day. I had gotten home from work to quickly eat & take Metro down. I had some couscous at home. She was making it, but she had doctored it with cannabis. She had feminine issues that day, but I was pissed she ruined our couscous that night. I barely could talk to her I was shaking with anger. Ultimately, we were committed to going, and I still wanted to see Fiddler on the Roof. It was a great show with a great first impression of National Theatre. December 19, 2019: My girlfriend & I didn't break up on or shortly after December 10th's couscous. We were pretty good for Jersey Boys. This time my friend who got me to join INWEGO was joining us for the play. I remember my g/f & I had some disagreement in the early part of the evening around dinner, but I don't remember what it was about, and it didn't spoil the night. Jersey Boys was my favorite of the 4 plays I think. February 11, 2020: King's Speech was a great play and a good night for us on the lower orchestra level. That was the only time of the 4 we were on the orchestra level. March 4, 2020: Bandstand was another funny story. We were in the upper balcony section once again. We met up with her friends another couple sitting next to them. At the time, we were taking this Covid thing with a grain of salt not realizing what we would be facing soon, saying time to social distance & fist bumping but not thinking much of it. After the show, I learned my friend who got me to join INWEGO was there too. We were texting about the Metro or something after the show, and I was like what a coincidence we are at the same Metro. He mentioned Bandstand. We realized we were in the same row. He was like 8 seats further down, but we didn't notice each other. My girlfriend & I thought it was interesting he didn't try to coordinate with me. Conclusions: National Theatre is a great venue with a lot of memories. Sadly, INWEGO went out of business in Sept. 2020 as they couldn't survive the still Covid environment at that time. Perhaps, I'll visit National Theatre again if it was ever convenient.

Went to the National Theatre for the first time ever. The group I was with saw "Suffs" (short for…read moreSuffragists). It is a Tony Award winning musical that retell pivotal moments from the Women's Suffrage Movement, especially events that led up to the Suffrage March in 1913, the The National Woman's Party White House Pickets in 1917, and the subsequent events after over the decades. The story was told beautifully through a lot of music and dancing, humor, disagreements, losses, tragedies, and wins the women faced individually and together over the decades. I appreciate the play also addressing tough discussions that needed to be had, such as the movement often & purposely excluding women of color. I also appreciate the play highlighting the significant contributions Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. made with the 1913 March despite facing racial tension from the organizers who wanted them to be in the back of the march. Overall, I will say the theatre itself is very professional, especially with seating patrons and ensuring easy transitions before, after, and throughout the show. They absolutely do not allow any outside food nor drinks. I would suggest eating before or getting something light from the theatre. It is also very close to the metro rail (Metro Center) so transportation there isn't a hassle.

I stood for two hours in high heels and I did not mind one bit…read more Story District (which as of three days ago was known around the city as Speakeasy DC) resurrects the lost art of story telling and brings it to the masses. I came in expecting to be entertained and giddy, but left with a conflict of emotions. The stories told had me on a roller coaster of emotions that was 10x better than any Kardashian / Scandal / True Blood binge watching weekend I could ever go on. I was really impressed by the wide range of performers who came from all ages, ethnicity, sexual and gender orientations, bodies, health -- everything. Their short stories celebrated their triumphs and hardships and also was a mental reminder that everybody is not as they appear. For those who are obsessed with Humans of NY -- you'll love Story District. Shows are every second Tuesday of the month and tickets were $16 per person. Seating is limited so I recommend coming an hour early if you would like some tush cushion. I highly recommend attending this show if you are looking to have some great post dinner conversation with someone you are looking to know better....or even someone you've known for years. Five Stars all around. Now who's going to the next show with me?!??!?!

I have been going to StoryDistrict since it was held in Town Danceboutique back in 2016. If you are…read morea fan of the Moth Radio Hour, StoryCorps, or any other story-based performance venue, you will love StoryDistrict. The best part about StoryDistrict is that anyone can submit a story to tell. Yes, they do have classes that you can take to help hone your story-telling craft, but anyone can submit stories based on the themes that change bi-monthly/monthly. The audience is always very supportive of everyone who gets on-stage and while not every story is moving, funny, or eccentric, they each have their own relatable quality to them. If you haven't checked it out, you really are missing something special in the DC area.

Spent my night at the theater and left with a full heart…read more Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest highlights the journey, passion, and purpose of John Lewis in such a powerful and creative way. The live music, the storytelling, the energy... everything just works. Showing now through May 3, 2026 at Mosaic Theater Company in Washington, D.C. Definitely one of those experiences that stays with you after the curtain closes.

Went there last Sunday to see an incredible performance about the life of Lady Day…read more Entry was well organized. Seating spacious. Performance was exceptional. No wonder they extended the run.

Seeing the pillow with Lincoln's blood was honestly one of the most vivid historical experiences…read moreI've ever had. It's one thing to read about history in a book, but standing in a place where such a major moment actually happened makes it feel completely different. Ford's Theatre does a great job of preserving the history and telling the story of what happened that night. Walking through the theatre and seeing the artifacts in person was honestly chilling, but in a really fascinating way. Definitely a place I'd recommend visiting if you're in DC and want to experience history up close

I am so glad that this theatre is still in operation…read more Also contains a first rate museum in the basement that includes the gun used to kill Lincoln and a pillow that still has dried blood on it So glad that I went!

Arena stage is a performance arts center that offers many plays, musicals and shows during each…read moreperformance season. They have 3 theatres within the venue. There is also a bar to order drinks before the show and during intermission. Tonight we saw the CrazySexyCool TLC musical and it was phenomenal! The show was a biopic of TLCs journey as a musical performance group, the ups, downs, challenges and losses. I really learned a lot about the group as I listened to them growing up without knowing much about their personal history and life details. The main actors for T-Boz, Left Eye and Chilli were spectacular. Their voices were incredible and evoked a lot of emotions. The show highlighted many of TLCs music as expected and the show exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!

Arena Stage is an excellent venue to see a show. They have 3 different stages and a good bar for…read moredrinks & snacks. Nicely located across from the Wharf. Metro accessible. Treat yourself to a night at Arena Stage.

Okay... I'm just gonna say it: Aloha Crew Kitchen is dangerous…read more The Kalua Pork is LEGIT. Tender, flavorful, smoky, and the kind of pork that makes you question every life decision that led you to eating anything else. You take one bite and your toes gonna curl. Big toe and all.. And the Kalbi short ribs?! Bruh. These things taste like somebody grabbed the islands, put them on a grill, and said, "Yes." Absolutely incredible flavor. But honestly, the food isn't the only thing that makes this place special. The crew is TIGHT. You can tell these folks genuinely enjoy working together, and that energy comes through in the customer service. Everyone is welcoming, friendly, and actually seems happy to see you. That's becoming a rare thing these days. And let's talk about the real impact of this food... Aloha Crew Kitchen saved my marriage. I'm not saying my wife was considering divorce... I'm just saying that after I brought home that Kalua Pork and she forgot I was a middle aged man with a receding hairline. Seriously though, if you're anywhere around the Earth and you're looking for Hawaiian food that actually feels like it has ALOHA behind it, go check these guys out. Great food. Great people. Huge portions. Island flavors. Good vibes. 10/10. Would absolutely destroy another plate. If you enjoy breathing on a daily basis... man. Eat this.

The food was delicious and beautifully presented, with great flavor in every dish. The service was…read morefriendly, attentive, and professional, which made the overall dining experience very enjoyable. The staff were welcoming and made sure everything was taken care of. Overall, a wonderful experience. I would definitely recommend this place and look forward to coming back!

Went to music theater Company of DC for the first time this past week got to see the opening of…read morecolored water. It definitely is a must see It focuses on the Flint water crisis that began in 2014. To my surprise. I thought that it was over, but it's still happening to this day. This is a high class venue that I wish more places knew about if you're looking for a venue for an event or for a show definitely check this one out.

The plays are good and sometimes outstanding. The same can be said for the acting. Performances…read moretake place at the Atlas Performing Art Center located on H Street. The performance spaces are small enough to lend a feeling of intimacy. Mosaic has given voice to African American writers and performers as well as Hispanic writers and performers. The current play is focused on the Young John Lewis and might be characterized as avant-garde theater.

Great dance studio located in Brookland area, in NE DC across from the Brookland/Catholic…read moreUniversity Metro Station. Great space for rehearsal, performances, dance socials, and plenty of mirrors. Good size bathrooms too. Plenty of large open windows so lighting is good. Came here recently for a Cuban dance social hosted by DC Casineros. Highly recommend this dance location.

Incredibly beautiful moving and inspiring show tonight- each dancer unique and yet a great ensembleread more

I guess nobody has ever been here and that's why there are so few pictures and reviews but District…read moreRunning Collective runs out of here during the season and it is a great place for a run group to meet. The space becomes yours because it is likely to be empty. I'm not sure if they only open for events. It sits a block away from the border of bladensburg Road ne. it is on the edge of this section of city - neighborhood and community wise. It is right behind H Street. The bathrooms are clean and gender neutral.

I adore this place: the events, the vibe and the people... BUT…read more.. But Capital Fringe is - hands down - the slowest bar I've ever asked for a drink. Please someone get on that.

My first time at the Harman Hall theatre to see Paranormal Activity. I was so blown away by this…read moreshow! I'm still in awe of the robe scene IYKYK. The actors were so good in their respective roles and I was completely immersed in the story. It came together at the end really well and the practical effects were incredible. I loved the staging with the 2 floors and getting to see everything all at once. The theatre itself was very nice. The bathrooms were spacious and clean, the ushers were kind and helpful, and the seats were relatively comfortable. Pro tip, choose row E if you want extra legroom!

I visited the Shakespeare Theatre Company's Harman Hall this past Sunday for a performance of…read moreParanormal Activity (their seasons include non-Shakespeare works), and I was really impressed by the production and the building itself. (FYI: STC has productions in two separate theaters - Harman Hall and Klein Theatre, so make sure you know which location is the location for your production). Harman Hall is beautiful - modern, bright, large. We sat in the front row of the mezzanine, and the seats were great but I think most of their seats would be great. Unlike the prices are outrageous, I often like to sit in the front row of the mezzanine when I attend the theater, because I'm short and often find my view obstructed by people in front of me in theaters. Because Harman Hall is modern and newer than historic theaters (on Broadway in NYC, for example), the incline of seats in the theater is much more pronounced than in other theaters. I didn't need to sit in that front row, because I probably could have seen from anywhere. Our performance wasn't sold out, and the theater was not packed or crowded - short lines for the bar (especially on the top floor where we were sitting anyway), short lines for the bathroom. The location is convenient, near a couple of Metro stations, lots of restaurants and bars, and a few museums. We parked in a garage I reserved a spot in on SpotHero, which was less than $15 for the day, too. Although I tend to focus my reviews of theaters on the theater itself (you could see a good production at a theater and then a production you don't like as much - but you can still appreciate the theater - its comfort, its location, its amenities), I will say that the production we saw was interesting and thought-provoking. I'd say I'm likely to return, but I have tickets for a production in April, so I know I will be.