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As You Like It
After a hectic day of two Christmas parties and a picture with the Secretary, I saw As You Like It, the first Shakespeare play as part of this year’s STC season. It was entertaining, but different. As usual, the production … Continue reading
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Tagged DC, Shakespeare, Theatre
Much Ado About Nothing
Today I got to see another Shakespeare play here in DC, this time at the Folger Theater. This was a last minute decision, as today was the last day of the run of Much Ado About Nothing. I had thought … Continue reading
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Tagged DC, Shakespeare, Theatre
U.S. Capitol Tour
The day after Thanksgiving I took a scheduled tour of the Capitol building. I had thought that since it was a holiday for me, but not a Federal holiday I would miss the crowds. Wrong. Apparently it was one of … Continue reading
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Tagged DC, Sightseeing
Regina Spektor at the DAR
Soooooo good! Tonight I saw Regina Spektor at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington. She was excellent. Her voice is so clear, powerful, and at the same time sweet and playful. She’s one of those performers who can really do … Continue reading
The Taming of the Shrew
Tonight I saw my second Shakespeare Theatre Company production, The Taming of the Shrew. It was this year’s “Free for All” show, which is presented to the public free on a first-come-first-served basis. If I had gotten my act together … Continue reading
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Tagged DC, Shakespeare, Theatre
Clock Tower
The Clock Tower in the Old Post Office building was reputed to have one of the best views in downtown DC. It’s only three blocks away, so it was time to check it out. Great view! The clock tower has … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure, DC, Sightseeing
Navy Band
Tonight I stopped by and listened to some live music by my apartment. The United States Navy Band played weekly throughout the summer at the Navy memorial. This was the last show of the summer series, and it was the … Continue reading
Monuments Tour
I finally got a space of free time, so I thought I’d take a tour around the monuments near the national mall. I did about a three hour walk and went by the Washington Monument, around the tidal basin, to … Continue reading
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King Lear
After getting settled in DC, l was thrilled to discover there is a vibrant Shakespeare production company. This helped make up for the fact that when I left California I had to miss out on my season tickets to the … Continue reading
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Tagged DC, Shakespeare, Theatre
Moving Day
The day has finally come when I must leave the luxurious life at the Ritz-Carlton and move into my apartment. I came to town with two suit cases and a camera bag, all under my arms. Somehow it’s taking me … Continue reading