Calling the "young, gifted, and black"...and those who love a good production. Check out "Nina Simone: Four Women," on
Friday where through storytelling and song, the stage play will reveal how the iconic chanteuse found her true voice — and how the “High Priestess of Soul” helped define the sound of the Civil Rights Movement. 8 p.m. Tickets: $71-$91. Arena Stage. 1101 6th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024. www.arenastage.org
Looking for theater with more edge? Then head northwest to the Woolly Mammoth Theater on
Friday instead for Felonious Munk's production of "Nothing to Lose (But Our Chains)" which tells of the thought-provoking standup comic's colorful life story from six years in a state prison to a six-figure job in corporate America to a new life as an activist and satirist. 8 p.m. Tickets: $20-$89. Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. 641 D Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004. www.woollymammoth.net
On
Saturday, bundle up the kids and head to Gaylord National's ICE! 2017, a winter wonderland created entirely of 5,000 blocks of ice, weighing 2 millions pounds, hand-sculpted by 40 international artisans, and kept at a chilling nine degrees Fahrenheit. The attraction is fully interactive, allowing guests to roam inside, around and on-top of holiday scenes. Just don't forget the hats and gloves! Open daily; hours vary. Tickets: $28. Kids 3-11: $20. Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, 20745. www.christmasonthepotomac.com
Get lifted on
Saturday night as the original queen of neosoul, Erykah Badu, heads to the brand new waterfront Anthem theater to bring you dope vibes and all of her classic funky jams from "On and On" to "Call Tyrone." 8 p.m. Tickets: $76-$126. 901 Wharf Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024. www.theanthemdc.com
After a turnt up night, can't decide on eggs or pizza for breakfast on
Sunday morning? No need to choose. Head to Graffiato for a wide variety of pizza pies such as "Porky's Revenge" made with tomato, mozzarella, soppressata, pepperoni, and sausage or choose from classic breakfast staples such as chicken & waffles and steak & eggs. Bottomless options available. Brunch Hours: 11:30-3 p.m. Graffiato. 707 6th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.graffiatobymic.com
On
Sunday night, the historic Twins Jazz club will feature Jeff Cosgrove and the Noah Preminger Quartet, bringing the best in tenor saxophone and percussion. Full dinner menu available. 8 p.m. Tickets: $10. Twins Jazz. 1344 U Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009. www.twinsjazz.com
Looking Ahead: Head to the Kennedy Center on
Monday night for The Bridge Concert Series: Pioneering Emcees, Vol. 1, where the trailblazing artists who laid the foundation for Hip Hop culture will be celebrated in a concert featuring its early pioneers MC Sha-Rock, Queen Lisa Lee, Spoonie Gee, Kurtis Blow, Kool Moe Dee, Whodini, and more. Hosted by Roxanne Shante and Grandmaster Caz, with music by Kool DJ Red Alert. 8 p.m. Tickets: $19-$69. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566. www.kennedy-center.org
Life's short. Be entertained.
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