‘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
Info: $40 to $72.50; $20 for Cheap Date Night; woollymammoth.net
PetalFest Closing Concert at Woodrow Wilson Plaza, Friday
Believe it or not, the 2012 Cherry Blossom Festival is still going on. This year, in celebration of the centennial of the planting of the trees, the festival expanded to five weeks. The celebration comes to a close Friday with a free outdoor concert featuring the Family Stone (alas, without Sly) and others.
When: 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Info: Free; nationalcherryblossomfestival.org
Tim Meadows at the Arlington Cinema N Drafthouse, Friday and Saturday
The comedian and actor probably best known for his Ladies Man character returns to the D.C. area for two nights of standup. Meadows has seemingly been seen on everything. Now see him for yourself live.
When: 7:30 and 9:55 p.m.
Info: $26; arlingtondrafthouse.com
Redskins Draft Party at FedEx Field, Saturday
No matter how poorly they play, and how much success other area franchises enjoy, the Washington area is always Redskins territory first. On Saturday, celebrate a new era in Skins history with current players, alumni and the team’s top pick in the 2012 draft. Also enjoy a skills competition on the field, a tour of the locker room, pictures with the Super Bowl trophies and mingling with the cheerleaders. Plus a raffle with great prizes. Hail to the Redskins.
When: 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday
Info: Free; enter at Gate H; redskins.com
Great Grapes Wine, Arts & Food Festival at Reston Town Center, Saturday and Sunday
Wine, wine and more wine. The sixth annual Great Grapes features more vino that you can shake a bottle at. More than 200 wines from more than 20 wineries, all from Virginia, will keep palates satisfied. Plus live music and food demonstrations and presentations from local foodies and chefs.
When: Noon to 6 p.m.
Info: Two-day admission and tasting glass $37 (advance only); single-day admission and tasting glass $20 in advance, $25 on site; designated driver admission $15 in advance, $20 on site; kids 12 and under free. uncorkthefun.com
