The Kinsey Sicks in “Oy Vey in a Manger” at Theater J, Saturday to Monday If you’re looking for something a little different, albeit hilarious, this weekend, look no further than Theater J. The Kinsey Sicks, the popular “dragapella beauty shop quartet,” presents its annual take on the season with “Oy Vey in a Manger.”
“It’s a holiday show, but not for the kids, unless you come from a permissive family,” joked Kinsey Sicks founding member Ben Schatz, aka Rachel. “It’s our antidote to holiday cheer.”
The Kinsey Sicks, founded in 1993, is a music and comedy show performed in drag. Music, skits and parodies are inspired by popular culture, politics and everyday life.
While at times silly and having fun with the drag aspect of the performance, Schatz also likes to stress that the group takes pride in its music.
“Our singing is as beautiful as our makeup is hideous,” Schatz said.
If you can’t make a performance of “Oy Vey in a Manger,” keep an eye out for the group’s next work, “Electile Dysfunction,” in which the Kinsey Sicks run for president and skewer the political process.
“Even in a recession, we’re grateful to live in a country with bad taste and disposable income,” Schatz said.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, 3 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Monday
Info: $60 to $65; washingtondcjcc.org, kinseysicks.com
The Dance Party at the 9:30 Club, Friday
While D.C.’s Dance Party headlines, the story here might be that of Static. This is the new act from the fellas in the now-defunct Hotspur. It will be interesting to see what the new band sounds like. With the Silver Liners and Black Bells.
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Info: $15; 930.com
Raspberry Brothers Present “Home Alone” at the Arlington Cinema N Drafthouse, Friday
The Raspberry Brothers provide live commentary during films, and the holiday classic “Home Alone” is perfect fodder for these jokesters.
When: 10 p.m. Friday
Info: $15; arlingtondrafthouse.com
Gefilte Fish Gala at Muse Lounge, Saturday
This is the 18th annual occurrence of this gala, and who gets a chance to regularly go to a gala? Lots of food, drinks and dancing. Bring clothing and canned goods for a donation. And dress kinda nice — it is a gala, after all.
When: 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. Saturday
Info: $5 suggested donation, with proceeds going to Susan G. Komen for the Cure; gefiltefishgala.net
Chinese Food, Movies & Beer at Sixth & I, Sunday
If you aren’t participating in any Christmas festivities on Sunday, or just need to take a break from the family, check out this event at Sixth & I. Enjoy a Chinese buffet and sample selections form the Shmaltz Brewing Co. (maker of He’Brew) while watching “Spaceballs” (2 p.m.), “The Princess Bride” (5 p.m.) and “The Big Lebowski” (8 p.m.).
When: Doors open at 1 p.m.
Info: $80; sixthandi.org
