The Washington Ballet presents ‘The Nutcracker’: “The Nutcracker” includes more than 50 child dancers from Ward 8 selected at open auditions and introduces Nutcracker Hero as George Washington and Rat King as King George III.
Where: THEARC Theater (Dec. 5 and Dec. 6); Warner Theatre (Dec. 11-28)
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5; 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Dec. 6;
Info: For THEARC performances — $25 to $35, $15 for students and seniors; 202-889-8150; washingtonballet.org/thearc. For Warner Theatre performances — $29 to $93; 202-362-3603, ext. 605; washingtonballet.org; tickets through ticketmaster.com.
Chanticleer: “A Chanticleer Christmas” highlights the Grammy Award-winning a cappella dozen singing holiday gems, from medieval music to spirituals and favorite carols.
Where: George Mason University Center for the Arts
When: 8 p.m. Nov. 29; 2 p.m. Nov. 30
Info: $24 to $48; 888-945-2468; tickets.com
“Navidad Flamenca”: Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana dance company conveys spirited holiday folkloric traditions.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore
When: 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Nov. 30
Info: $25 to $48; 301-581-5100; strathmore.org
Canadian Brass: Beloved ensemble styles seasonal favorites with humor and verve. Presented by Washington Performing Arts Society.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 1
Info: $35 to $60; 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
NPR’s A Jazz Piano Christmas: Ellis Marsalis, Eliane Elias, Arturo O’Farrill and other jazz masters perform holiday favorites, an annual NPR tradition for later broadcast.
Where: Kennedy Center Terrace Theater
When: 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Dec. 4
Info: $35; 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Symphony with a Twist — “Too Hot to Handel: The Gospel Messiah” in jazz, rock, gospel, soul and funk, conducted by Marin Alsop with Morgan State University Choir, vocal and instrumental soloists.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 5
Info: $25 to $80; 877-276-1444; BSOmusic.org
“A Celtic Christmas”: The Linn Barnes & Allison Hampton Celtic Consort on Irish bagpipes, lute and Celtic harp, percussionist Steve Bloom and flutist Joseph Cunliffe play traditional carols, Celtic jigs and reels, joined by XM Radio’s Robert Aubry Davis reading Dylan Thomas’ “A Child’s Christ in Wales” set to music.
Where: Historic Dumbarton Church
When: 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 6 and 13; 4 p.m. Dec. 7 and 14
Info: $30, $26 seniors; 202-965-2000; dumbartonconcerts.org
Wolf Trap Holiday Sing-A-Long: Annual musical celebration of the season performed by the U.S. Marine Band (and choruses). The audience is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots, a bell for the “Jing-A-Long” during “Jingle Bells” and a candle to be lighted during the last verse of “Silent Night” for candlelight procession exit.
Where: Wolf Trap Filene Center
When: 4 p.m. Dec. 7
Info: Free, no tickets required; gates open at 3 p.m.; 703-255-1902; [email protected]
The Maryland Chorus: Music director Edward Maclary leads the University of Maryland School of Music Chorus in seasonal works from many traditions and languages with special guest artists and audience sing-along.
Where: Clarice Smith Center, Dekelboum Concert Hall, University of Maryland, College Park
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 6; 3 p.m. Dec. 7
Info: $25; 301-405-2787; claricesmithcenter.umd.edu
National Philharmonic Chorale: Stan Engbretson conducts Handel’s “Messiah” with guest soloists Esther Heideman, Elizabeth Bishop, Robert Petillo and Kevin Dean.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 6; 3 p.m. Dec. 7
Info: $29 to $79, children ages 7 to 17 are free; 301-581-5100; strathmore.org
A Rockapella Holiday: Five-man a cappella TV sensations sing vibrant arrangements of holiday classics.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 9
Info: $21 to $55 at 301-581-5100; strathmore.org
NSO Pops: Marvin Hamlisch brings “Happy Holidays!” to Washington with seasonal classics and festive carols.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 11 and 14; 8 p.m. Dec. 12-13; more with Marvin and guests follows Dec. 11 concert
Info: $20 to $80 at 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
The Joffrey Ballet: “The Nutcracker” decked out in Victorian costumes and scenery.
Where: Kennedy Center Opera House
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12-14
Info: $47 to $150 at 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
New Orleans Jazz Orchestra: “Home for the Holidays” features Irvin Mayfield, Grammy-nominated trumpeter and cultural ambassador for the City of New Orleans, conducting the big band in blues, swing, spirituals and Ellington’s “Nutcracker Suite.”
Where: George Mason University Center for the Arts
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 12
Info: $22 to $44, all children under 12 are half price; 888-945-2468; tickets.com
Soweto Gospel Choir: Grammy winners from Africa (2008 Best Traditional World Music Album) mix African and Western styles.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 12
Info: $25 to $48 at 301-581-5100; strathmore.org
“The Joy of Christmas”: J. Reilly Lewis conducts the Cathedral Choral Society and the Madrigal Singers of St. Albans and National Cathedral Schools in Washington’s most festive holiday celebration featuring the world premiere of a carol by American composer Alice Parker and holiday favorites on the Great Organ and cathedral carillon.
Where: Washington National Cathedral
When: noon and 4 p.m. Dec. 13 (noon performance is for younger audiences); 4 p.m. Dec. 14
Info: $25 to $67; 202-537-5527; www.cathedralchoralsociety.org
LEAHY: A Celtic Christmas by vivacious Canadian family features fancy fiddling, step dancing and vocals.
Where: George Mason University Center for the Arts
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 13
Info: $23 to $46, all children under 12 are half price; 888-945-2468; tickets.com
Choral Arts Society of Washington: Music director Norman Scribner conducts “Christmas Music” with chorus, full orchestra and soloist Kelley Nassief performing carols, masterpieces and sing-along.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 15; 1 p.m. Dec. 20 and 24
Info: $15 to $65 at 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
Zemer Chai: Jewish Community Choir of Washington, directed by Eleanor Epstein, performs Jewish repertoire from Renaissance to modern composers.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore, Shapiro Music Room
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17
Info: $15 at 301-581-5100; strathmore.org
“The Messiah”: Viennese conductor Martin Haselboeck leads the National Symphony Orchestra, Master Chorale of Washington and guest soloists in Handel’s oratorio.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 18; 8 p.m. Dec. 19-20; 1 p.m. Dec. 21
Info: $20 to $80 at 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
Vienna Boys Choir: World-famous angelic voices celebrate Christmas with holiday music from Gregorian chants through contemporary carols.
Where: George Mason University Center for the Arts
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 19
Info: $23 to $46, all children under 12 are half price; 888-945-2468; tickets.com
The Washington Chorus: Music director Julian Wachner conducts the chorus, Coral Cantigas Latin American chorus and Annandale High School Chamber Singers in “Music for Christmas” backed by brass, organ and percussion with audience sing-along.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall (Dec. 20 and 22); the Music Center at Strathmore (Dec. 21)
When: 4 p.m. Dec. 20; 5 p.m. Dec. 22; 5 p.m. Dec. 21
Info: For Kennedy Center performance — $15 to 60; 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org. For Strathmore performance — $15 to $60; 202-342-6221; strathmore.org; thewashingtonchorus.org
Christopher Parkening and Jubilant Sykes: Distinctive interpretations of holiday classics by Segovia-trained guitarist and virtuoso baritone.
Where: George Mason University Center for the Arts
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 20
Info: $22 to $44; 888-945-2468 or tickets.com
Choral Arts Society Family Christmas Concert: Joseph Holt conducts the CAS annual program for children ages 5 and older. Written by playwright Mary Hall Surface, it features musical adaptations of traditional Czech folktales, favorite carols, a sing-along and visits from Santa, Frosty and Rudolph.
Where: Kennedy Center Terrace Theater
When: 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Dec. 21
Info: $20 to $30; 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
Master Chorale of Washington: Donald McCullough conducts the Christmas Candlelight performance of John Rutter’s “Gloria” and holiday favorites with brass, harp, percussion, Filene organ, audience sing-along and traditional candlelight processional and recessional.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 21; 8 p.m. Dec. 22
Info: $25 to $80; 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
Washington Symphonic Brass: Maestro Piotr Gajewski conducts the 17-member brass and percussion ensemble in holiday favorites.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22
Info: $29 to $40, children ages 7 to 17 are free; 301-581-5100; nationalphilharmonic.org
“Messiah” Sing-Along: Barry Hemphill leads Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, 200-voice choir, soloists and audience in Handel’s masterpiece.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 23
Info: Free; one per person standing in line in front of the Concert Hall beginning at 6 p.m. on day of concert; kennedy-center.org
A Chanukah Feast in Concert: A Strathmore-produced stage version of the “Hungry for Music” CD featuring the Alexandria Kleztet, Robyn Helzner Trio, Sinai Mountain Boys and other local favorites performing celebration songs for the entire family.
Where: Music Center at Strathmore
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 27
Info: $21; 301-581-5100; strathmore.org
A Jazz New Year’s Eve: The New York Voices and the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band top off 2008 with Brazilian, R&B, classical and pop jazz renditions.
Where: Kennedy Center Terrace Theater
When: 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Dec. 31
Info: $65; 202-467-4600; 800-444-1324; kennedy-center.org
New Year’s Eve at the Kennedy Center: Murry Sidlin and National Symphony Orchestra members usher in the New Year with a dazzling classical concert.
Where: Kennedy Center Concert Hall
When: 8:30 p.m. Dec. 31
Info: $50 to $90; 202-467-4600, 800-444-1324; kennedy.center.org
“Jan Lievens: A Dutch Master Rediscovered”: Jan Lievens was an estimable and, in his time, famous painter of allegories, portraits, landscapes, and religious art. But he was no Rembrandt — or so says conventional wisdom. But this 130-piece show, including many that were previously (wrongly) credited to Rembrandt, agues that Lievens may have been a more prescient genius than his better-remembered contemporary. Lievens’s warm imagery and larger-than-life-size faces make him a yuletide favorite.
Where: National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW
When: Through January 11, 2009
Info: Free; 202-737-4215; www.nga.gov
Holiday Concerts at the National Gallery of Art: Holiday Caroling — The halls are decked in the West Building Rotunda, and so, too, shall they echo with traditional carols. Guest choirs will lead, but singers and listeners or all ages and pitches are welcome.
Where: West Building Rotunda, National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW
When: 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Dec. 13, 14, 20 and 21
Info: Free; 202-842-6941; www.nga.gov/programs/music
Norwegian Christmas Festival — The New York Opera Society and the Oslo-based Kulturentusiastene present Christmas-themed operatic excerpts.
Where: West Garden Court, West Building
When: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 14 (seating begins at 6 p.m.)
Christmas Concert — Soprano Alessandra Marc with the National Gallery Orchestra Strings.
Where: West Garden Court, West Building
When: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 21 (seating begins at 6 p.m.)
New Year Concert — The National Gallery Orchesta featuring guest conductor Manfred Knoop.
Where: West Garden Court, West Building
When: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 28 (seating begins at 6 p.m.)
Holiday Gift Market at the National Museum of Women in the Arts: The NMWA’s festive Great Hall is host to this bazaar of jewelry, home decor, fashion accessories, and gifts from the hands of female designers and artists. Members receive a 20 percent discount. Also, NMWA Founder Wilhelmina Cole Holladay will sign copies of her new book, “A Museum of Their Own,” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days.
Where: National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave. NW
When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 9; 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. Dec. 10
Info: 202-783-5000; www.nmwa.org
Smithsonian Encore Corale at the Smithsonian American Art Museum: The Smithsonian Encore Chorale, conducted by Jeanne Kelly, presents a cheerful program of seasonal favorites.
Where: Kogod Courtyard, Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F Streets NW
When: 1 p.m. Dec. 13
Info: Free; 202-633-1000; americanart.si.edu
“Wednesday Jazz: Chris Vadala and Friends”: Chris Vadala, Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Maryland and one of the nation’s preeminent woodwind players, leads his Jazz Trio in a winter recital of cool jazz.
Where: Frances and Armand Hammer Auditorium, Corcoran Gallery of Art, 500 17th St. NW
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 17
Info: Free
“Return to Toyland”: This collection of vintage toys of the late 19th and early 20th century reveals a surprising artistry, in addition to examining the changing nature of gender roles from then to now.
Where: Daughters of the American Revolution Museum, 1776 D St. NW
When: Through Feb. 28, 2009
Info: Free; www.dar.org/museum/default.cfm
Daughters of the American Revolution Christmas Open House at DAR Memorial Continental Hall: Features cookies and punch, Christmas caroling, and a visit by jolly St. Nick himself. The “Return to Toyland” exhibit and the museum gift shop will be open, along with other exhibits. Plus, it’s right across the street from the National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse.
Where: DAR Memorial Continental Hall, 17th and D Streets NW
When: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 10
Info: Free; www.dar.org
“Unwrapped: Christo, Jeanne-Claude and Japanese Culture”: Up your gift-presentation game by learning furoshiki, the traditional Japanese art of wrapping gifts with textiles, and sample sake (rice wines) at the cash bar. Featuring music by classical Japanese guitarist Soichi Muraji, a gallery talk; and a film screening of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s “Umbrellas.”
Where: The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW
When: 5 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4
Info: $12, $10 students and seniors, free for members and 18 and under; 202-387-2151; www.phillipscollection.org
“Swigin’ in the Holidays!”: The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra presents Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s 1960 adapatations of two yuletide favorites, Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” and Greig’s “Peer Gynt.”
Where: Voice of America Auditorium, 330 Independence Ave. SW
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13
Info: $25, $20 members, $18 seniors; 202-633-3030
Norwegian Christmas at Union Station: November 25 kicks off Norway’s 12th annual Christmas celebration at Union Station, featuring a 32-foot Christmas Tree and a hand-crafted model railroad — an authentic replica of a current or historic Norwegian train, winding its way through the mountains of a miniature Norway.
Where: Main Hall, Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE
When: 9 a.m. Nov. 25 (train launch) and 6 p.m. (tree lighting); both the tree and the train remain on view through Christmas
Info: Free; norway.org/xmas/2008.htm
“Sparkling in the City: New York City Jewelry and Fashion”: Experience the magic that is New York City in December with a tour focused on things that glitter. This full-day tour stops at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a private tour of “The Art of Dress,” as well as a look at the work of jewelry designer Alexander Calder. After lunch Petrie Court Café, the group continues on to the Fashion Institute of Technology Museum to tour the celebrated exhibit, “Gothic: Dark Glamour.” The day ends at the Park Avenue Holiday Crafts Fair. Fee includes: tour guide, luxury bus, driver’s tip, breakfast snacks, lunch, all entrances, guide, wine and snacks on return trip.
Where: Begins and ends at the Willard Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
When: 7 a.m. Dec. 12
Info: $220; $200 for museum members
Theatre
‘Peter Pan — The Musical’: Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with a magical voyage to a place where dreams are born. This musical version of J. M. Barrie’s original play is performed with an adult cast. In director Eve Muson’s eyes, “Peter Pan” is not simply a children’s story, but a play that is aimed at adults and their memory of and yearning for childhood. But this delightful musical, starring Patricia Hurley as Wendy and Daniel Townsend as Peter Pan, will still delight your children, as always.
Where: The Olney Theatre, Olney-Sandy Spring Road, Olney
When: Through Jan. 4
Info: $25 to $48; 301-924-3400; www.olneytheatre.org
‘The Violet Hour’: Richard Greenberg’s compelling, intricate story of the New York publishing world, circa 1919, includes some seemingly familiar figures and a deft touch of sci-fi absurdity.
Where: 1st Stage, 1524 Springhill Road, McLean
When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 4 p.m. Saturday ; 3 and 7 p.m. Sunday; through Dec 14
Info: $15 to $25; 800-838-3006; 202-306-5803; www.1ststagespringhill.org
“Isn’t It Romantic?”: Jimi Ray Malary and Lori Williams join up to perform this tribute to the romantic music of Jerome Kern, Rodgers and Hart and George and Ira Gershwin.
Where: MetroStage, 1201 N. Royal St., Alexandria
When: 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 5 and 8:30 p.m. Saturday; 3 and 7 p.m. Sunday
Info: $40 to $45; 703-548-9044; 800-494-8497; www.metrostage.org
‘Next to Normal’: A contemporary musical that explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and confronts an over-stimulated and over-medicated world. Music by Tom Kitt. Book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey.
Where: The Arena Theatre, 1800 S. Bell St., Arlington
When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday; 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday; 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday (no performance Nov. 27, Dec. 24, Dec. 25; no matinee Nov. 22, Dec. 21 or Jan. 11).
Info: $47 to $66; 202-488-3300; www.arenastage.org
‘Life With Father’: Lindsay and Crouse’s beloved family comedy, at one time the play that every American had to see and that had unequaled success on Broadway for more than a decade.
Where: Theatre Two, Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang St., Arlington
When: 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2:30 Saturday and Sunday; through Dec. 6. The run begins again Jan. 8.
Info: $25 to $32; 703-998-4555; www.americancentury.org
Brain Food — Family — Gatherings — Outdoors
Children of the Gospel Choir with Step Afrika!: Following two performances on the NBC Today show, these talented young vocalists light up the stage with powerful songs of hope, their inspiring sounds matched by the electrifying moves of Step Afrika!
Where: Washington Performing Arts Society, Lisner Auditorium, 21st and H St. NW
When: 4 p.m. Nov. 23
Info: $25 to $48; 202-833-9800; www.wpas.org
The Japanese Choral Society: Hear ancient and new music in this concert conducted by Kimiko Shimada. Reflecting the changing of the seasons will be “Autumn in my Village” and a song about red dragonflies, whose arrival signals the onset of fall in Japan.
Where: National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave
When: 6 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 24
Info: Free; 202-783-3372; www.nationaltheatre.org
Grand reopening of the National Museum of American History: After two years and a multi-million dollar renovation, the museum has been dramatically transformed. Among other new spaces is the impressive glass home of the Star-Spangled Banner, the flag that inspired our National Anthem. Opening ceremony includes entertainment, a 20-minute aerial demonstration by the Golden Knights Parachute Team, the firing of an 1812 cannon, refreshments and giveaways.
Where: National Museum of American History, 14th Street and Constitution Avenue
When: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Nov. 21, 22, 23; Normal hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
Info: Free; 202-633-1000; www.si.edu
“Native Pride Dancer”: Experience the excitement of the Native American powwow with rainbow-colored headdresses, pulsing drumming, fancy footwork, spectacular costumes and sacred songs from the Northern Plains.
Where: John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F St. NW
When: 1:30, 4 and 7:30 p.m. Nov.22; 1:30 and 4 p.m. Nov. 23
Info: $18; 1-800-444-1324; www.kennedy-center.org
“Que las hay….Las hay!” (“You’d Better Believe It…They Exist!”): A comedy about two sorceresses who feud over who will help their new neighbor build a house.
Where: GALA Hispanic Theater, 3333 14th St. NW
When: 3 p.m. Nov. 22, Dec. 6, 13, 20
Info: $8 children; $18 adults; 202-234-7174; www.galatheatre.org
“Little Red and the Gingerbread Man”: In this best of all fairy tale worlds, the Barefoot Puppets tell the fun-filled story of what happens when two great classics get mixed with a twist!
Where: Discovery Theater, Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW
When: 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Nov. 25 and 26; 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Nov. 28
Info: $5 and $6; 202-785-2068; www.discoverytheater.org
Christmas Time in Ireland: Cabaret singer Tony Kenny performs. With comedian Joe Cuddy and Irish country singer Kathy Durkan.
Where: Pat Troy’s Ireland’s Own Restaurant and Pub, 111 N. Pitt St., Alexandria
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 25
Info: $25; 703-549-4535; www.pattroysirishpub.com
Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade: Colorful floats, musical units and mounted police march through downtown Silver Spring.
Where: Georgia Avenue and Sligo Ave., Silver Spring
When: 9:30 a.m. Nov. 22
Info: Free; 301-565-7300; www.silverspringdowntown.com
Thanksgiving Day Trot for Hunger: Register now to join Mayor Fenty for this 7th annual 5K race to benefit SOME (So Others May Eat).
Where: West Potomac Park; west of 17th Street and south of Constitution Avenue NW
When: 8:30 a.m. Nov. 27
Info: $23; registration required; 202-797-8806; www.some.org
33rd Annual Turkey Trot: Join your friends and neighbors in this five mile run on Thanksgiving Day. Bring non-perishable food items to help ALIVE, a non-profit organization helping the needy in Alexandria.
Where: Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave., Alexandria
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 27; volunteers needed at 8 a.m.
Info: $5 to $20; registration required; online registration closes Nov. 24; 703-933-0520; www.visitdelray.com/turkeytrot
Bike Tour: The history of the National Mall is as diverse and fascinating as the history of our nation itself. From George Washington’s vision of the Federal City to the District of Columbia of today, learn how this span of green space has Altered over time and been influenced by great natural, cultural and historical events.
Where: Jefferson Memorial Front Plaza
When: 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 23
Info: Free; 202-426-6841; www.nps.govmall
“Spies in the Shadow of the White House”: The last “Spy” walking tour of the season, an learn who was the confederate spy was who practiced her wiles in the shadow of the White House, who was the spy who spent long hours sitting in Lafayette Park, which elaborate structure housed the earliest days of military intelligence and more.
Where: Meet at statue of Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Square (see Web site for map)
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 23
Info: $12; reservations not required; 703-569-1875; www.spiesofwashingtontour.com
