Rush at Capital One Arena and Beck at The Anthem both land on Sunday night, two very different guitar-driven careers booked into the same evening. Earlier in the weekend the bill swings from Drunk Dracula’s farce at Sage Theatre and Jerry Seinfeld’s stand-up at The Anthem on Friday to Joey Alexander’s jazz at Blues Alley on Saturday.
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Drunk Dracula at Sage Theatre
Fri, Oct 23, 5:00 PM · Sage Theatre – DC · from $122
A comedy musical that plays the vampire legend as a boozy, slapstick romp. It is a good pick if you want a lively night of stage comedy with a fast pace and a lot of audience energy.
Jerry Seinfeld at The Anthem
Fri, Oct 23, 7:00 PM · The Anthem – D.C. · from $86
One of the most recognisable names in American stand-up, known for observational humour about everyday life. Expect a relaxed, conversational set rather than a theatrical show.
Helado Negro at Black Cat
Fri, Oct 23, 7:00 PM · Black Cat – DC · from $70
Roberto Carlos Lange, who performs as Helado Negro, makes warm, experimental songs that blend Latin American influences with electronic textures. Black Cat is an intimate room, so it suits listeners who like close, detailed sound.
Beck at The Anthem
Sun, Oct 25, 8:00 PM · The Anthem – D.C. · from $127
Beck has moved across folk, funk, electronic and rock over a long career, and he is known for unpredictable live sets. This is a good chance to hear a songwriter who rarely plays the same show twice.
Rush at Capital One Arena
Sun, Oct 25, 7:30 PM · Capital One Arena · from $213
The Canadian progressive rock trio is famous for complex song structures and long instrumental passages. Expect a big arena production and a crowd of longtime fans.
The Chainsmokers at GLOW Block Party
Sat, Oct 24, 3:00 PM · Pennsylvania Avenue · from $148
The duo is one of the best-known names in mainstream electronic pop, with a string of chart hits. This outdoor block party is built for dancing and a festival-style atmosphere on Saturday afternoon.
Joey Alexander at Blues Alley
Sat, Oct 24, 7:00 PM · Blues Alley · from $103
Pianist Joey Alexander started performing in jazz as a child and has since become a respected voice in contemporary jazz. Blues Alley is a historic Georgetown club, so the setting suits a close, attentive evening of piano.
Q Da Fool and Shabazz PBG at Union Stage
Sat, Oct 24, 7:00 PM · Union Stage – DC · from $48
Q Da Fool is a rapper from the Washington area with a loyal local following. This Saturday show pairs him with Shabazz PBG for a night of hip-hop at the Union Stage.
Step Afrika’s The Fruits of Our Labor
Fri, Oct 23, 8:00 PM · Fichandler Stage At the Mead Center for American Theater · from $121
Step Afrika is a dance company that is known for stepping, a percussive style built on rhythm and the body. This production at the Fichandler Stage offers a theatrical take on the form, and it suits anyone who wants a dance performance with a strong beat.
The Score, Play With Brian Cox
Fri, Oct 23, 7:30 PM · Sidney Harman Hall · from $155
Brian Cox leads this play at Sidney Harman Hall, a serious drama staged at the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s home. It is a good choice for a Friday evening of dramatic theatre.
Check dates and times before you go, since some shows run on different days. Booking early is a good idea for the Rush and Beck nights.
