Lisner Events

The United States Air Force Band�s Jazz Heritage Series

Fri. 10.3 , 8pm

Join the Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the U.S. Air Force, for their distinctive mix of contemporary big band sounds and classics from the swing era, featuring guest artist trumpeter Allen Vizzutti.

Since 1990, the Jazz Heritage Series has entertained local audiences with concerts featuring internationally acclaimed jazz artists. The series� alumni list is a �who�s who� of jazz, ranging from such legendary performers as Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Williams, Clark Terry and Ron Carter to modern stars such as Arturo Sandoval, Eric Marienthal and Michael and Randy Brecker, among others.

Free & Open to the Public
No Tickets Required!

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The United States Air Force Band�s Jazz Heritage Series

Sat. 9.6 , 8pm

Free & Open to the Public
No Tickets Required!

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The United States Air Force Band�s Jazz Heritage Series

Sat. 11.8 , 8pm

Join the Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the U.S. Air Force, for their distinctive mix of contemporary big band sounds and classics from the swing era.

Guest artist to be announced.

Free & Open to the Public
No Tickets Required!

7/23/2008 4:10:17 PM

David Sedaris

Sat. 10.4 , 8pm
With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America 's pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today.
$45, $40. GW Students: $20, $15 at the Lisner Box Office only
Tickets not available at the moment. Additional tickets may be released.
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Forever Tango

Wed. 9.24 , 8pm

The Original and only Broadway production, Forever Tango, Luis Bravo's acclaimed and Tony nominated dance spectacular features an all-Argentinean cast of world-renowned dancers, an on-stage orchestra comprised of members of the Argentinean National Symphony, and powerful vocalists.

Over the past decade Forever Tango has returned to Broadway twice and has wowed audiences throughout the US and worldwide. Repeatedly breaking box office records, see why the critics all agree:

�A must see!� � New York Times.

�Forever Magical� � San Francisco Chronicle.

�Torrid, tremendous and terrific� � The Toronto Sun.

$65, $55, $40, $30; GW Students: limited 20% off tickets at the Lisner Box Office
Lisner Box Office, TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301) 808-6900.
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Forever Tango

Thur. 9.25 , 8pm

Over the past decade Forever Tango has returned to Broadway twice and has wowed audiences throughout the US and worldwide. Repeatedly breaking box office records, see why the critics all agree:

�A must see!� � New York Times.

�Forever Magical� � San Francisco Chronicle.

�Torrid, tremendous and terrific� � The Toronto Sun.

Cesaria Evora

Sun. 10.5 , 7pm
A native of the island nation of Cape Verde, Cesaria Evora is the country's foremost practitioner of the morna style, wistful, minor key ballads strongly associated with the islands, combining West African percussion with Portuguese fados, Brazilian modhinas, and British sea shanties.

"... she manages to pull listeners into her music in ways that transcend language."
- The Washington Post
$50, $45, $40, $35; $25 for GW Students and Alumni
Lisner Box Office, TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301) 808-6900
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/172067
7/23/2008 4:10:17 PM

Kankouran West African Dance Company

Sat. 8.30 , 8pm
KanKouran West African Dance Company will celebrate its 25th Anniversary Conference and Concert during the Labor Day holiday weekend. The conference, which presents dance and drum workshops by nationally and internationally renowned artists, will be held at Howard University�s Cramton Auditorium from Friday, August 29 through Sunday, August 31, 2008. KanKouran�s seasonal fundraiser concert, entitled �KanKouran at 25: The Spirit Lives On� will take place on Saturday, August 30, at 8pm at George Washington University's Lisner Auditorium, located at 730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC.

For over 25 years Assane Konte, co-founder and artistic director of KanKouran West African Dance Company, has staged authentic glimpses of the peoples and cultures of West Africa. This year's concert production revives several works from the company's vast repertoire. Selected dances will recount the rich history of Senegal, Guinea, and Mali through traditional celebration dances and music. The Company will be joined in the performance by dance selections from the community and children's classes.
$25; GW Students, Seniors over 65: $20, Kids under 12: $16 at the Lisner Auditorium Box Office
Lisner Box Office, TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301) 808-6900
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/172067
7/23/2008 4:10:17 PM

Sayat Nova Dance Company

Sat. 9.27 , 7pm

The Sayat Nova Dance Company of Boston brings their critically acclaimed show to the Lisner Auditorium for an action packed performance of traditional and contemporary Armenian folk choreographies. In a visually stunning two-hour packed performance, Sayat Nova will showcase the excitement and energy which has defined the company since it was founded in 1986.

Named after a famous Armenian troubadour, the company has performed extensively throughout the United States, Canada, and internationally. Audiences are dazzled by the stunning costumes, intricate choreographies, and historical significance, all presented through the art of dance. Inspired by a love for their heritage and dancing, members of the company are enthusiastic, devoted, and above all else proud to present the Sayat Nova Dance Company of Boston to Armenian and non-Armenian audiences alike.

Don�t miss this rare D.C. area performance of the group that has been called the premier Armenian dance company in North America as they take the stage September 27, 2008.

$45, $35, $25; GW Students: $36, $28, $20
Lisner Box Office TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301) 808-6900
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/172067
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Richard Lewis

Sat. 10.18 , 8pm

Perhaps Mel Brooks put it best when he said, "Richard Lewis may just be the Franz Kafka of modern day comedy."

Lewis has taken his lifelong therapy fodder and carved it into a commanding, compelling art form. His early career as a stand-up brought him to the top of his ranks and over time he broadened the scope of opportunities so others could share in his brilliantly warped world. The NY Post recently said; �Richard Lewis built the strongest stand-up comedy career on a blazing trail of neuroses since Woody Allen.�

Lewis can currently be seen on his sixth season of �Curb Your Enthusiasm� and is on his �Misery Loves Company Stand-Up Tour.� Lewis is also in the process of updating his book �The Other Great Depression� to be reprinted, with updates, through Public Affairs Books in April �08. He�s furthering along the development of his own "dark ensemble comedy,� and all the while praying that Mr. David will be inspired for a seventh season of "Curb."

$75, $65, $55, $45, $35, $25; GW Students: limited $20 tickets
Lisner Box Office, TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301) 808-6900.
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/172067
7/23/2008 4:10:17 PM

Ralphie May

Fri. 9.12 , 8pm

Ralphie May�s popularity exploded after the success of NBC�s hit reality series, Last Comic Standing, when America thought he was robbed of the winner�s title during the first season. But, coming in second place has not stopped him from becoming one of the most recognizable comedians in the country.

Ralphie�s second CD and DVD titled �Girth of a Nation,� produced by Jack Records and Warner Bros. Records was recently shot in Knoxville, TN and released on November 7, 2006. His first DVD, �Just Correct,� released in 2004 by Melee Entertainment, a division of Dreamworks, has reached platinum sales status.

Known for his hip-hop brand of comedy, Ralphie has his Ebonics and quick wit down pat, which has earned him roles in such urban films as �For Da Love Of Money� and �Gas.� He has gained notoriety from being an equal-opportunity offender with a political incorrectness and plain-spoken truth-telling in his routines that is reminiscent of rap. With catch phrases such as �Yeah�. I said it,� this detail becomes more intriguing when considered along with his Southern drawl, and even his laugh. Most recently, Ralphie participated in VH1�s first season of Celebrity Fit Club, in which eight celebrities bravely stepped forward and acknowledged that they�ve been losing the battle of the bulge. Ralphie has struggled with his weight since he was a teen. At the age of 16, he was in a car accident that left him in a coma for 10 days, with 42 broken bones, and which was the cause of his weight gain. Weighing in at over 400 pounds, he doesn�t rely on his weight as a physical prop or crutch. �I could do a whole hour of fat jokes easy,� says Ralphie. �The challenge is coming up with material anybody could use.�

Ralphie rails about the Hollywood bias against overweight people, �It isn�t a fat joke� it�s a prejudice joke.� He talks about the time he auditioned for the role of a fat person, only to be told he was too overweight. �Too fat to play fat?� And he describes the time he did a showcase for one of the late-night talk shows and they told him he was the best comic of the bunch, but that because of his size he�d never get booked. �Comedy is not about appearance, it�s about rockin� a mic,� he says. �Are they laughing? That�s the only test.�

Ralphie caught the comedy bug at a young age. While attending the University of Arkansas, he entered a radio station-sponsored talent show in which the winner would get to open for Sam Kinison. A dream came true... Ralphie won the contest and after the show, Kinison turned to Ralphie and said, "That was the funniest thing I've ever seen in my life."

At Kinison�s suggestion, Ralphie moved to Houston to work on his craft before heading out to Los Angeles where he works as a comedian, actor, writer and producer. He has worked on ESPN's Mohr Sports starring Jay Mohr and made four appearances on CBS's The Late Late Show w/ Craig Kilborn as well as eleven appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live. He has appeared on The Man Show and MTV�s Bash as well as in guest-starring roles on numerous television shows including NBC�s Whoopie. As if that�s not enough, on one of his recent appearances on The Tonight Show w/ Jay Leno, he received a standing ovation, the first comedian in 10 years to receive this honor.

$29. GW Students: $23 at the Lisner Box Office
Tickets Available 7/11 at 10am Lisner Box Office (note, the box office opens at 11am), TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301)808-6900
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/172067
7/23/2008 4:10:17 PM

Lisa Williams

Wed. 10.22 , 7pm
Ever wonder what happens when you die? Join TV�s top medium and clairvoyant Lisa Williams as she describes the transition into the spirit world. Like her show on Lifetime, she will demonstrate by performing readings with the audience.
$75.50, $65.50, $55.50, $45.50; GW Students: limited $44 and $36 tickets at the Lisner Box Office
Tickets on sale Friday, July 25th at 11am.

Available at the Lisner Box Office, TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301) 808-6900.

7/23/2008 4:10:17 PM

The Magnetic Fields

Sun. 10.26 , 8pm
The Magnetic Fields, back from their European tour, are happy to announce that they will be touring stateside once again with a short string of performances this October. The shows kickoff Friday, October 10 in Minneapolis and end with a run up the East Coast that will include a stop in Washington, DC.
$35; GW Students: limited $28 tickets available at the Lisner Box Office.
On Sale Thursday, July 17th at NOON.

Available at the Lisner Box Office, TicketMaster Outlets, PhoneCharge (301) 808-6900.
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/172067
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