Saved By The 90s – A Party with the Bayside Tigers
When: March 21, doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m.
Where: The State Theatre, 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church
Fan of The Backstreet Boys? The Spice Girls? If you’re an ’80s or ’90s baby looking to relive the musical part of your childhood, you’ll really really want to “Quit Playing Games” and party with the Bayside Tigers. Tickets $17 in advance; $20 day of show.
Camille Claudel
When: March 24-April 19
Where: Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington
It’s one thing to be a “starving artist.” It’s another to be an artist who is discriminated against because of their gender. See how French sculptor Camille Claudel handled just that in this world premiere musical performance. Check website for ticket prices.
A Bowie Celebration
When: March 24, 8 p.m.
Where: State Theatre, 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church
Alumni musicians who played in David Bowie’s bands over the decades unite to play two of the artist’s most acclaimed albums—Diamond Dogs and Ziggy Stardust. General admission $35-$40; VIP $125-$195.
Spies Next Door: Three Stories of Espionage and Counterintelligence in Arlington
When: March 25, 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: Shirlington Branch Library, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington
Who doesn’t love stories about spies, secrets and scandals? David Robarge, chief historian of the CIA, has three such hyper-local tales to tell, two involving Arlington residents: spy-hunter James Angleton and traitor Aldrich Ames. Admission is free.
Colin Quinn: The Wrong Side of History
When: March 26, 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Where: State Theatre, 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church
“Saturday Night Live,” Comedy Central, Broadway—the guy’s got to be funny. See for yourself when Quinn puts a comical twist on history. Tickets $35 general admission; $45 for seating close to the stage.
Apollycon
When: March 26-28
Where: Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington
For those that didn’t get their literary fill at the NoVA Teen Book Festival, this weekend-long event just might do the trick. Organized by an author (Jennifer L. Armentrou) and designed for young-adult, new-adult and adult authors and their readers, this event includes author panels, signing sessions, swag, games and even a PJ after party. Check website for prices.
Dorothy Meets Alice or The Wizard of Wonderland
When: March 28-April 5
Where: The Alden, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
The two famed heroines meet when a young man puts off his book report until the last minute. Suddenly, familiar characters like the Cowardly Lion, Mad Hatter, Scarecrow and White Rabbit need help unscrambling their stories while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. Performances are Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets $15; $10 for McLean Community Center district residents.