Going Out Guide: A Guide to Summer Concert Season

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Thursday, May 31, 2012 The sounds of summer The weather isn't the only thing heating up this time of year: Area stages are playing host to some of music's hottest stars. Our guide to the season's concerts features performers that stand out from the pack. [Read more] The Silverdocs line-up Your pool party playlist Weekend's best Our favorite events this week include a performance by Dr. John, a tribute to Robyn at Green Lantern and the Capital Jazz Fest. [Read more] News & Reviews Justin's Cafe Restaurants By Justin Rude | An early favorite for post-game beers at Nationals Park, Justin's Cafe is also a reason to leave work early to grab a pre-game bite. [Read more] Chez Billy Bars & Clubs By Fritz Hahn | After a rocky start, Chez Billy — the Petworth restaurant and bar from the owners of Marvin, the Gibson and American Ice Company — is living up to its gorgeous setting. [Read more] Tommy Tune Theater By Lisa Traiger | The second thing you notice about Tommy Tune? His bright red cowboy boots. The first? His height. The leggy tap dancer stands 6-foot-6 ... without his boots. [Read more] 'I'm Coming Home' Museums By Michael O'Sullivan | At Contemporary Wing, painter Hedieh Javanshir Ilchi balances dark and light in her paintings. [Read more] More From Going Out Guide Restaurants Events Theater Bars & Clubs Music Kid-Friendly Movies Museums Visitors Guide Strike up the band - The Music Man is coming to Arena Stage! Combine one fast-talking con-artist with one strait-laced librarian, combine with irresistible songs, incredible dance and (at least) 76 trombones and you've got a recipe for fun for the whole family. Click here for tickets today! Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center and UMD School of Music present the National Orchestral Institute and Festival, May 31-June 30, 2012. Performances by the NOI Chamber Orchestra and NOI Philharmonic take place every Saturday night between June 9 and June 30; additional ticketed and FREE events are also open to the public. Join the exploration! Click here for tickets! THE ANIMALS & CHILDREN TOOL TO THE STREETS Part Charles Dickens, Part Tim Burton, with live music, witty performances, and stunning interaction between animation and live actors, this acclaimed London Company 1927's show, is a graphic novel burst into life! Now Playing at The Studio Theatre! Click here for tickets today! Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? Here's how: Mobile: Alerts: Social Media: Applications Web site E-mail SMS RSS Feeds Facebook Twitter SEND TO A FRIEND UNSUBSCRIBE E-NEWSLETTER CENTER GET HELP Washington Post Digital E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20071 ©2012 The Washington Post Privacy Policy