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Monday Night at the National Fall '99
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FREE!! FREE!! FREE!! FREE!! FREE!! FREE!!
6 pm and 7:30 pm, in the Helen Hayes Gallery ~ The National Theatre
1321 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW ~ Washington, DC 20004
Seating is limited!!  Tickets are Required, and are Distributed without charge
one Half-Hour Prior to Performance, on a First-Come First-Served policy.
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This weekly showcase in the Fall, Winter and Spring, features local performers, and provides free quality live entertainment to the Greater Washington Area community. Original plays, singers, musical ensembles, dance, drama and comedy are on the bill.

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Todd Clark jpg (6k)These programs are made possible through the generous support of
THE MAX AND VICTORIA DREYFUS FOUNDATION
and the Trustees of the National Theatre
The National Theatre is deeply appreciative of this valued assistance.
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The series is  produced by Donn B. Murphy and hosted by Todd Clark.
Schedules can be secured by sending a Self-Addressed, Stamped Envelope to "Monday Night," National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20004.
Recorded program information is also available at 202-783-3372.
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FALL - 1999


Catherine jpg (12k)OCTOBER 11
CATHERINE is the sad but inspiring and true story of CATHERINE OF ARRAGON, first wife of the infamous King Henry VIII of England.  Facing infidelity, political assassination, intrigue and social upheaval, one lonely woman fights to preserve marriage and country against all odds.  LEE McKENNA is the imprisoned Catherine.
 
 
 
 
 


Steve Hudson jpg (9k)OCTOBER 18
STEVE HUDSON is a Jazz Guitarist Comic grafted to the American funny-bone.  He riffs on Elvis, “Chopsticks,” carpenter bees, health insurance and blues singers, with razor wit and a big heart. Black-belt Musician and zany genius, he is savvy, suave, supremely talented.


 


 


Reverb jpg (12k)OCTOBER 25
REVERB SINGS! This male a cappella quintet sings a combination of Gospel and Rhythm &
Blues.  The group revitalizes the great heritage of African-American gospel and doo-wop singing,
infusing traditional and original songs with panache and feeling.  Moods from staccato
syncopation to velvet smooth:  Gotta hear it!

 


The Unfortunate Rakes jpg (12k)NOVEMBER 1

THE UNFORTUNATE RAKES play and sing traditional, delightful and stirring airs  from Ireland, Scotland, Brittany and Nova Scotia, tracing the far-reaching influences of Celtic music.  The trio's instruments include fiddle, banjo, guitar and bodhran, as well as Scottish, Uilleann and Highland pipes.

 
 
 
 


Fascinating French Feast jpg (12k)NOVEMBER 8
FASCINATING FRENCH FEAST, ETC. , A Food Affair, served up by LE NEON THEATRE, is a banquet of humorous satire and songs on the theme of food.  Slices of French vignette which span generations, social classes and emotions are served up as the perfomers dine before your eyes -- with libations of family intrigue, money and love.  DOOR PRIZE NIGHT!
 
 
 
 
 
 


Voices of Tomorrow jpg (30k)NOVEMBER 15
VOICES OF TOMORROW is a choir of 60 young adults and children ranging in age from 10 to 21.
Their hand-clapping gospel singing, eager enthusiasm, quality musicianship and full-throated
clarity of sound will thrill your soul.  The audience will be invited to join in, so come ready to
participate!
 
 
 


Balalaika jpg (31k)NOVEMBER 22
THE WASHINGTON BALALAIKA SOCIETY casts a musical spell performing Russian, Ukrainian and Eastern European folk music played on the balalaika and domra, with percussion.
Wearing authentic costumes, and numbering 40 musicians, this is the largest Russian folk orchestra in the United States.
 
 


National Theatre Stage for a Nation jpg (24k)NOVEMBER 29
STAGE FOR A NATION is the fascinating saga of the National Theatre told in a video narrated by Debbie Reynolds, and featuring Carol Channing, Helen Hayes and other theatrical notables.  The 165-year cavalcade of great stars, famous plays and Presidential visits makes for great drama and comedy onstage and off.
 
 
 
 
 
 


DECEMBER 6
Mormon Choir of Washington jpg (38k)A HOLIDAY FESTIVAL of traditional and contemporary favorite Christmas carols and songs presented by the Mormon Choir of Washington, D.C., will warm your heart and lift your spirit.  Ring in the festive season as you hum along with seasonal songs you know, and enjoy some less-familiar music as well.


  INFORMATION: 202-783-3372


*Asterisked programs are unsuitable
for children under 13 years of age.
March is AUDIENCES OF ALL AGES Month

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and produced until 1995 by Kathleen B. Barry
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