Chronicling Churchill Library of Congress Exhibit Details British Statesman’s Role in History by Christine Cubé Try whittling down the historical triumphs of Winston Churchill to just one or two and see what you come up with. Can’t do it, can you? Not to worry—neither could the Library of Congress, which just opened a major exhibition about Churchill and his extraordinary role in history titled "Churchill and the Great Republic." Even diehard history buffs would learn something new from this display, not only because of its extensive detail but also because it is the first comprehensive showing of Churchill material ever in the United States... Double Date Two Collections of Work by Milton Avery Combined at Phillips by Heather Nalbone When the Syracuse University Art Collection began circulating a collection of works by artist Milton Avery, the group of 28 paintings, portraits and still lifes were described as "important" and "rarely seen." The collection has received accolades in several museums since it was donated by a golden-age Hollywood violinist and his pianist wife. Then the collection came to Washington, D.C., where those initial lauding descriptions took on a new meaning... Natural Tendencies ‘Birds and Beasts’ of Japan Reflects Link With Nature by Fresia Rodríguez Cadavid The colors are deep and sensual. The subjects are peaceful and captivating. Nature is the dominant element in the exhibition "Birds and Beasts in Japanese Art," on display at the Freer Gallery of Art. The collection of Japanese animal and flower paintings isolates the wonders of nature, compelling visitors to examine the works in solitude as the art blooms on hanging scrolls, lacquer boxes, painted albums, books and folding screens... See Related Story: Tea Ceremony at the Freer Gallery of Art Utilitarian Design Aicher’s Work Shows His Innovative Ideas Grounded in Practicality by Gary Tischler Walk down any city street or drive on any road and in a sense, you’re surrounded by the thoughts, theories and designs of Otl Aicher. Walk into the Goethe-Institut in downtown Washington and you’ll see the hundreds of designs, or pictographic symbols, that Aicher created for the 1972 Munich Olympics... Hacienda for Performing Arts GALA Hispanic Theatre Finds New Home in Columbia Heights by Larry Luxner After 28 years, Washington’s leading venue for Hispanic performing arts will get its own home—thanks to the generosity of area Fortune 500 companies, individual donors and the embassies of half a dozen Spanish-speaking countries... No Man’s Land In Brecht’s Political Satire, Message Exceeds Its Package by Lisa Troshinsky The political satire "A Man’s a Man," penned by Bertolt Brecht and now at Arena Stage, is meant to provoke and entertain audiences in a way that is different from most conventional plays. It could have translated like a haunting fable, with musical accompaniment and stirring symbolism. But to this audience member, it read more like a bad political cartoon or poorly staged off-off-off Broadway show... Mexican Feast Director Duran-Loera Dispels Clichés, Presents Culture to Americans by Gary Tischler The Mexican Cultural Institute at 2829 16th St., NW, is an imposing, Old World and otherworldly kind of place that inspires awe, respect, and an affinity for and knowledge of culture. Ignacio Duran-Loera looks right at home here—and not just because he is the director general of the institute, which makes him in effect the cultural representative of the Embassy of Mexico in Washington... Harmony of Diversity Joshua Cogan Exhibit Shows Four Cultures at Peace in India by Amy Schoenberger Joshua Cogan expected to study another culture. What he found was four cultures living harmoniously together in such a beautiful way that he felt it was his duty to show others that in this modern world, it is possible for people of different faiths to live, pray and work together in an ancient town that holds much of the world’s history and culture. Cogan is the photographer and creative ingenuity behind the exhibit “Cochin Diary: Jewish Life in Southern India,” organized by the B’nai B’rith Klutznick National Jewish Museum and being displayed at the restored Sixth and I Historic Synagogue...

Events Listing Featuring art, dance, lectures, music, receptions and theater, our comprehensive listing offers an array of options for those interested in international events. Included is a list of all major event locations in the Washington, D.C., area... Events Locations For Swedish Diplomatic Couple, Call of Duty Means Temporary Separation by Gail Scott Kerstin Eliasson, wife of Swedish Ambassador Jan Eliasson and, until recently, science counselor at the Swedish Embassy, is now the deputy minister of education for Sweden. Already she is living in Stockholm, alone, facing long days of meetings and travel without the comfort of her husband and family. And already this successful diplomatic duo has planned trips across the Atlantic to see each other (the first will be on Easter), with frequent phone calls to catch up and discuss their hectic days at the office... Hollow ‘Henry’ Shakespeare Theatre Production Needs Shot of Emotion by Lisa Troshinsky The lackluster historical source—the 16th-century "Holinshed’s Chronicles"—from which Shakespeare reportedly gleaned some of his inspiration to create "Henry IV, Part 1" unfortunately bubbles its way to the surface in the Shakespeare Theatre’s current production... Embassy Adoption Program Introduces Students to Foreign Cultures by Carolyn Chapman This year there are 40 embassies and schools and 1,200 students participating in the Embassy Adoption program, but to date more than 30,000 students and 98 embassies have taken part in the popular program, which originally began as an enrichment program to keep middle-class children in the school system... House of Plenty Morrison Offers Area Visitors a Reason to Dine, Stay Night by Rachel Hunt and Stephen Qualiana Almost 50 years older than Washington, Alexandria, Va., is one of the most historic communities in the country. The city's interesting historic properties, cultural events, riverfront festivals and good restaurants have enticed Washington-area residents over the bridges for meals or day trips for years. But tucked away on a side street off King Street in Old Town, the Morrison House offers a reason for both local residents and visitors alike to make the trip to stay the night or the weekend... International Film Clips Film Locations Female Trouble ‘Osama’ Shows Horror of Life for Women Under Taliban by Ky N. Nguyen Exiled to Pakistan during the Taliban’s rule, former Afghani Film Association head Siddiq Barmak directs his first feature, "Osama," in a naturalistic, gritty style.. See Also: East Meets West in Berlin Pilgrimage to Jerusalem Golden Age of Surrealism ‘Tokyo Story’: Ozu’s Favorite The Complete Ozu Sembene and von Trier at AFI Environmental Film Festival DC Independent Film Festival Dynamic Duo Director Becker, Actor Brühl Rising to Top of German Cinema by Ky N. Nguyen "Good Bye, Lenin!" has been a huge commercial and critical success for German director Wolfgang Becker and actor Daniel Brühl...