‘Arias With a Twist’ at Woolly Mammoth, through May 6 Here is a stage performance that’s a little different from what the typical D.C. audience might be use to. “Arias with a Twist,” featuring drag performer Joey Arias and the work of puppeteer Basil Twist, is a surreal trip. Puppets, aliens and who knows what highlight this performance art at Woolly Mammoth. Check out the preview on the theater’s website to get a sense. This Saturday, take advantage of Cheap Date Night. For the 10:30 p.m. performance, all tickets are $20, and your ticket stub gets you 20 percent off at the afterparty at L’Enfant Cafe in Adams Morgan.

When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10:30 p.m. Saturday (Cheap Date), 7 p.m. Sunday