EVENTS **Admission is free unless otherwise noted. All information on event venues can be found on The Washington Diplomat Web site at www.washdiplomat.com. Times and locations are subject to change. Unless listed, please call venue for specific event times and hours of operation. ART Through March 1 My Private Space Program Swiss artist Max Gr¸ter created this mixed-media exhibit that blends science and art in a dreamy space setting. American Association for the Advancement of Science Through March 6 20th-Century Salvadoran Art Palette, an art gallery, restaurant and wine bar, pays homage to the dynamic and turbulent works of contemporary Salvadoran artists. Palette March 6 to June 7 Memento: Muriel Hasbun Photographs Selected to represent El Salvador at the 2003 Venice Biennale, Muriel Hasbun displays her collection of haunting, emotionally complex and collage-like photography. Corcoran Gallery of Art Through March 7 Roberto Matta: An Architect of Surrealism Roberto Matta, who recently died at the age of 91, had a love-hate relationship with his native Chile, as evident in this wide, encompassing retrospective. Organization of American States Art Museum of the Americas March 8 to mid-April Retro/Spection New York-born Joyce Ellen Weinstein presents her works dealing with the understanding of human relationships, beginning with oneís self and extending outward to include family, community, ethnicity and nationality. Embassy of Lithuania March 10 to April 30 Paintings by Marie-Laurence Gaudrat Acclaimed French artist Marie-Laurence Gaudrat imbues her work with joy, health and happiness, whether she paints landscapes, still lifes or portraits. La Maison FranÁaise Through March 12 Practical Utopia: The Design Work of Otl Aicher Famous for his design of pictograms for the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, visionary German designer Otl Aicher transformed the field of industrial and graphic design with his spare, sure style. Goethe-Institut Through March 12 Waterways Nature enthusiast Michael Sastreís oil canvases reflect the artistís fascination and understanding of the world we inhabit. BlackRock Center for the Arts Through March 14 Navajo Blankets of the 19th Century Blankets spotlight the powerful aesthetics and signature characteristics of 19th-centur y Navajo weaving. The Textile Museum March 20 to July 18 Faith and Form: Selected Calligraphy and Painting From the Japanese Religious Traditions This is the first in a series of exhibitions showcasing important private collections of Japanese art, complemented by works from the Freer Gallery of Art. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery March 20 to Aug. 8 Return of the Buddha: The Qingzhou Discoveries This exclusive North American presentation offers viewers a rare glimpse of 35 extraordinary Chinese Buddhist statues from the sixth century that were accidentally unearthed by workers in 1996. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Through March 21 Verrocchioís ëDavidí Restored One of the greatest masterpieces of Renaissance art will be on view when Verrocchioís ìDavidî arrives from the National Museum of the Bargello, Florence. National Gallery of Art March 21 to Aug. 1 Drawings of Jim Dine Consummate draftsman Jim Dine perfected his images of tools, large-scale nudes, self-portraits and nature studies to create some of the most accomplished and beautiful drawings of our time. National Gallery of Art March 24 to June 21 Joel Barlow: The Sage of Kalorama On the 250th anniversary marking the birth of ambassador and author Joel Barlow, the Woodrow Wilson House explores the life of this underappreciated yet fascinating figure in the founding of the nation. Woodrow Wilson House Through March 31 Cochin Diary: Jewish Life in Southern India Photographer Joshua Cogan captured life in the small Indian town of Cochin, where four of the worldís religions have lived together harmoniously for centuries. Sixth and I Street Historic Synagogue Through March 31 Design Excellence: Public Patronage of Architecture and Art In a new era of federal architecture under the auspices of the U.S. General Services Administration, some of the nationís finest designers have produced striking, even inspired, federal buildings. The Octagon Museum Through April 2 Timeless Experience: An Architectural Journey Through Itria, Italy An evocative series of brown-toned and black-and-white photographs by Rajesh Nair capture the atmospheric buildings and landscape of Itria, Italy. American Institute of Architects Headquarters Gallery Through April 4 Mr. Whistlerís Galleries: Avant-Garde in Victorian London Although primarily known for his paintings and prints, expatriate American artist James McNeill Whistler was also an influential designer of both public and private interiors, as seen in this design-focused exhibition. Freer Gallery of Art Through April 5 American Paradigms: David Opdyke and Lane Twitchell Made of obsessively constructed miniature models and mandela-like forms, ìAmerican Paradigmî is designed to provoke questions about oneís surroundings and the seemingly innocuous objects around us. Corcoran Gallery of Art Through April 10 20 Years of 20th-Century Art Five European artists with diverse technical styles and cultural backgrounds offer their perspectives on the restlessness of the last two decades of the 20th century. Marninart Gallery Through April 10 Yan Suryana: Distilling the Essence of Bali The bold canvases of Indonesian painter Yan Suryana celebrate the exotic culture, rituals and daily life of the Balinese people. Embassy of Austria Through April 15 Birds of Australia This exhibit celebrates the centenary birth of eminent ornithologist John Gould, who in 1838 embarked on a two-year trip to study Australiaís natural history, including its more than 500 species of birds. Embassy of Australia Through April 30 Tradition and Entrepreneurship: Popular Arts and Crafts From Peru An array of Peruvian arts and crafts pay tribute to the nation that is hosting the 45th annual meeting of the Inter-American Development Bank. Inter-American Development Bank Cultural Center Through April The Impressionist Tradition in America The Corcoran uses its collection of impressionist works by Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt and others with ties to Europe to illustrate the evolution of American Impression. Corcoran Gallery of Art Through May 9 Douglas Gordon This marks the first American survey of works by Scottish artist Douglas Gordon, best known for his video installations that take as their inspiration classic Hollywood films such as ìPsychoî and ìTaxi Driver.î Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Through May 16 Discovering Milton Avery: Two Devoted Collectors, Louis Kaufman and Duncan Phillips ìDiscovering Milton Averyî spotlights two of the pioneering American painterís most important patrons and their personal approaches to collecting. The Phillips Collection Through May 16 Edda Renouf: Revealed Structures Thirty of Edda Renoufís meditative abstract paintings and oil pastels reveal structures that address themes of time and the four elements of nature. National Museum of Women in the Arts Through May 22 Thomas Trevelyonís Pictorial Miscellany (1608) An impressive range of subjectsófrom proverbs and epigrams to portraits of kings and queensóThomas Trevelyonís elaborately illustrated miscellany is essentially a history of England and the world since the beginning of time. Folger Shakespeare Library Through May 23 Guardians of the Law: Chinese Luohan Paintings More than 20 works depicting ìluohansîóenlightened beings exempted by Buddha from the cycle of rebirth to act as guardians of the lawósurvey the major trends in the evolution of luohan painting. Freer Gallery of Art Through May 23 Toulouse-Lautrec: Master of the Moulin Rouge More than 100 rarely seen posters and prints by Henri Toulouse-Lautrecówho became a sensation after his poster of a cancan-performing dancer hit the streets of Parisóportray raucous scenes of the Parisian cabaret and groundbreaking 19th-century advertisements. Baltimore Museum of Art Through May 31 Mark Rothko: The Mural Projects This special installation of nine works by American artist Mark Rothkoórelated to two mural commissionsócelebrates the centenary of his birth. National Gallery of Art Through May 31 A New Heart Will I Give You Part two of this four-part exhibit illustrates Pope John Paul IIís efforts at reconciliation through his work to advance peace among nations, social classes, religions and even his own attempted assassination. Pope John Paul II Cultural Center Through May Naga Tribal Adornment: Signatures of Status and Self This display of Naga jewelry, textiles and artifacts reveals the rarely seen people and culture of Nagaland. Bead Museum Through June 1 The East Building: Celebrating 25 Years This special installation highlights the history of the East Building, its construction and its ever-growing collection of modern art through architectural drawings and other archival material. National Gallery of Art Through June 6 Draped, Wrapped and Folded: Untailored Clothing Although simple in form, untailored clothing can reveal a great deal about both the weaver and the culture from which the clothing originates, as seen in this showcase of 19 garments from Africa, Asia and the Americas. The Textile Museum Through June 26 Churchill and the Great Republic This comprehensive exhibit of Churchill materialóthe first of its kind in the U.S.óexamines the career of Winston Churchill and his lifelong links with the United States. Library of Congress Through June 27 Ancient Threads, Newly Woven: Recent Art From Chinaís Silk Road Immense, remote, and utterly different from the rest of the country, far Western China has in recent years produced a large number of new artists whose works have rarely been seen outside Chinaóuntil now. Meridian International Center Through July 18 Birds and Beasts in Japanese Art An array of objects and paintings, including Japanese screens, highlight the Freerís distinct collection of bird, flower and animal artwork. Freer Gallery of Art Through July 18 The Tea Ceremony as Melting Pot The constant search for new tea utensils among imported goods contributed to the excitement and fascination with the tea ceremony in Japan from the 16th century onward. Freer Gallery of Art Through Aug. 15 Whistler in Paris: Lithographs From the Belle Epoque, 1891-1896 Many of Whistlerís most subtle and beautiful prints are his lithographs, which challenged contemporary notions of form and finish. Freer Gallery of Art Through Nov. 28 Insights Forty pieces of artófrom paintings to sculpture to lithographsóby nine contemporary African artists offer a thoughtful look inside the artistic process. National Museum of African Art DANCE Tue., March 2, 5:30 p.m. Tehreema Mitha Dance Company Tehreema Mitha and company showcase their unique brand of classical Indian dance form known as Bharatanatyam. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Fri., March 26, 7:30 p.m. Sho En, King of the Ryukyu This full-length dance drama tells the story of a manís rise to become king of the Ryukyu kingdom of 15th-century Japan. Tickets are $35. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater March 31 to April 4 CoppÈlia The Washington Ballet brings to life the charming comedic tale of Dr. Coppelius and his wish to create a doll with a soul. Tickets are $29 to $80. Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater DISCUSSIONS Tue., March 2, 5 p.m. Folger Poetry: Eamon Grennan and Vona Groarke The works of two prominent Irish poets pulse with life in this special reading, reception and book sale. Tickets are $45. Folger Shakespeare Library Wed., March 3, 6:30 p.m., Sun., March 7, 4 p.m. The History of the Knights of Malta Join Maltese expert Philip Farrugia Randon, who won Maltaís National Literary Award in 2002, for this intriguing look into the history of the Knights of Malta. Please call the Maltese Embassy at (202) 387-5470 for reservation information. National Museum of Natural History (March 3) Catholic University (March 7) Fri., March 4, 10 a.m. Celtic Roots: Stories, Songs and Traditions From Across the Sea This live performance presents the stories of Irish immigrants who arrived in the U.S. in the 1880s, detailing how their traditions continue to contribute to the multicultural fabric of America. Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building Thu., March 4, 12 p.m. Operatives, Spies and Saboteurs Learn about the courageous men and women of the OSS who fought the hidden war that shaped the Allied victory of WWII in this author debriefing with historian Patrick OíDonnell. International Spy Museum Thu., March 4, 6:30 p.m. Caravaggio in Malta Philip Farrugia Randon, an expert on Maltese art, law and history, discusses the Caravaggioís life and work in relation to the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. Please call the Maltese Embassy at (202) 387-5470 for reservation information. Embassy of Italy Thu., March 11, 6:30 p.m. The Nobel Prize Winners of Italy Author Azar Attura discusses his research into Italyís Nobel Prize winners, many of whom emigrated to the United States. Reservations can be made by calling (202) 223-9800. Italian Cultural Institute Mon., March 15, 7 p.m. Spy Hunters: The Women Who Caught Aldrich Ames Hear how the determination, hard work and cunning of Jeanne Vertefeuille and Sandy Grimes, former CIA operatives, led to the capture and conviction of their colleague, CIA officer-turned-traitor Aldrich Ames. Tickets are $23 or $18 for Spy Museum members; advance registration is required. International Spy Museum Thu., March 18, 5:30 p.m. Constantino Brumidiís Frescoes in the U.S. Capitol This special tour and discussion highlights Italian artist Constantino Brumidiís beautiful frescoes, which grace the walls of the U.S. Capitol. Reservations are required, and tickets are $20 or free for members of the Italian Cultural Institute. Italian Cultural Institute Thu., March 18, 7:30 p.m. The Way of the Samurai Today, the samurai retain their power as cultural symbolsóboth in Japan and around the worldóbut learn why some modern Japanese have mixed feelings about these warlike archers and swordsmen. Tickets are $16 or $14 for National Geographic members. Gilbert Grosvenor Auditorium Mon., March 22, 6 p.m. Spy School Workshop: Surveillance 201 Join this hands-on spying experience where you hit the streets of Washington, D.C., and learn the tradecraft skills of counterintelligence with former CIA disguise experts Tony and Jonna Mendez. Tickets are $65 or $60 for Spy Museum members; advance registration is required. International Spy Museum Thu., March 25, 7 p.m. The Whiskies of Scotland Beverage authority Michael Jackson, internationally famous for his popular beer tastings, returns to the National Geographic as the Maven of Malt for a guided tour of the distinctive single malt whiskies of Scotland. Tickets are $50 or $45 for National Geographic members. Gilbert Grosvenor Auditorium Mon., March 29, 7 p.m. Insider Embassy Nights Series: Germany Join political representatives from the Embassy of Germany for this interesting briefing and tour of the embassy. Tickets are $25 or $15 for DCJCC members; advance registration is required and can be made by calling (202) 777-3215. Embassy of Germany Through April 5 Korean Language Classes Experienced native speakers teach Korean conversation, grammar, reading and writing to beginning-, upper beginning- and intermediate-level students. Classes are held Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m.; tuition is $175 or $157.50 for first-time students. Embassy of Korea Through April 26 Contemporary Legal Issues for the Artist and Collector This four-part lecture series demystifies many of the legal aspects connected to the visual arts, from trademark and copyright law to estate planning. Tickets are $55 per session or $30 per session for Corcoran members. Corcoran Gallery of Art MUSIC Mon., March 1, 7 p.m. European Academy of Music and Art Students from the European Academy of Music and Art present a piano concert program of Beethoven, Chopin and other renowned works. Please call (202) 234-5860 to reserve seats. Embassy of Lithuania Tue., March 2, 7:30 p.m. Julia Fischer, Violin Robert Kulek, Piano Winner of eight national and international competitions, 20-year-old German violinist Julia Fischer demonstrates why she is already a favorite among audiences around the globe. Tickets are $25. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Wed., March 3, 7:30 p.m. Daniil Shtoda, Tenor Larissa Gergieva, Piano Tenor Daniil Shtoda, who has studied music since the age of 6, makes his Washington, D.C., debut with pianist Larissa Gergieva. Tickets are $35. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Fri., March 5, 6:30 p.m. SoirÈe Cabaret Barbara Papendorp and James Fitzpatrick perform their spirited rendition of popular French songs from the 1950s and 1960s. Tickets are $10 or $11 at the door. Alliance FranÁaise Fri., March 5, 7:30 p.m. You Have a Rendezvous With RenÈe Claude Acclaimed singer RenÈe Claude of Quebec, who has released more than 20 albums, dazzles audiences with her gifted interpretation of 20th-cenutury song. Please call Smithsonian Associates at (202) 357-3030 for ticket information. Voice of America Auditorium March 5 to 7 Folger Consort: The Thing They Call a Kiss In this concert devoted to the sense of touch, the Folger Consort explores the repertoire of the great masters of early Italian Baroque. Tickets are $27. Folger Shakespeare Library Sun., March 7, 5 p.m. The Suspicious Cheese Lords This uniquely named male a cappella ensemble performs ìMiserere Meiî by Swiss composer Ludwig Senfl. Please call (202) 362-3323 for ticket information. Church of the Annunciation Sun., March 7, 7 p.m. The Chieftains The Grammy Award-winning Chieftains take traditional Irish music and make it their own with a style that is definitive and exhilarating. Tickets are $25 to $75. Kennedy Center Concert Hall Tue., March 9, 7 p.m. Guarneri String QuartetóOpen Rehearsal In its 21st year of residency at the University of Maryland School of Music, the world-famous ensemble continues its popular series of public on-campus rehearsals. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Thu., March 11, 6:30 p.m. Jorge Caballero Peruvian concert guitarist Jorge Caballero performs this selection of works by Bach, Ginastera and various Peruvian composers. Inter-American Development Bank AndrÈs Bello Auditorium Thu., March 11, 8 p.m. The Romanian-Jewish Experience Baritone Jerome Barry performs with pianist Jeffrey Chappell to highlight the Yiddish theater of Romania and the songs and cantorial selections of the Romanian-Jewish community and the Maramures. Tickets are $40. Romanian Ambassadorís Residence Fri., March 12, 7:30 p.m. FranÁois Loup and the Washington String Quartet Renowned Swiss bass-baritone FranÁois Loup and the Washington String Quartet perform ìDover Beachî by Samuel Barber, ìNotturnoî by Othmar Schoeck and Debussyís ìString Quartet,î to be followed by a reception. Tickets are $15 or $10 for students. Embassy of Switzerland Fri., March 12, 7:30 p.m., Sun., March 14, 4 p.m. Music of Haydn, Mozart and Bruckner The Circle Singersí midseason concert spotlights the charming sounds of three of Austriaís top composers. Tickets are $18. Embassy of Austria (March 12) St. Davidís Episcopal Church (March 14) Fri., March 12, 8 p.m. Soprano Judita Leitaite Award-winning vocalist Judita Leitaite, who has performed all over the world, brings her distinct sound to this special Embassy Series concert, which is followed by a Lithuanian buffet reception. Tickets are $75. Embassy of Lithuania Fri., March 12, 6 and 8 p.m. St. Patrickís Day Celebration With Dervish Commemorate St. Patrickís Day with the virtuoso septet Dervish, one of Irelandís most sought-after traditional bands. Tickets are $26 or $21 for National Geographic members. Gilbert Grosvenor Auditorium Sat., March 13, 8 p.m. Left Bank String Quartet The Left Bank String Quartet along with guest cellist Kenneth Slowik performs Schubertís masterful cello quintet. Tickets are $28 or $24 for students and seniors. Dumbarton Church Tue., March 16, 7:30 p.m. Matthias Goerne, Baritone Eric Schneider, Piano Matthias Goerne has received international praise for his warm, fluid baritone and his profound artistry in the interpretation of lieder. Tickets are $35. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Tue., March 16, 8 p.m. Masters of Mexican Music This eclectic concert features the best musical traditions from four different regions of Mexico. Tickets are $25 or $5 for University of Maryland students. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Fri. and Sat., March 19 and 20, 8 p.m. Seamless Strings and Vibrant Voices With its lyricism, warmth, and tender soprano solos, Schubertís ìMass in G Minorî was created in just six days out of the young composerís love for a 16-year-old soprano. Tickets are $19 to $39. F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatr e March 19 to 21, 8 p.m. Schubert, Schubert and Schubert í04 Schubert fans will have plenty of classical music to take in with this three-day concert festival. Please call (202) 699-5440 for ticket information. Georgetown University Sat., March 20, 7 p.m. Canto Y PoesÌa: Love, Peace and Hope Coral Cantigas, Washingtonís Latin American chorus, presents powerful interpretations of songs and poems from the political and social upheavals of Latin America. Please call (301) 424-8296 for ticket information. Bethesda United Methodist Church Mon., March 22, 8 p.m. Mari·n Lapsansky, Piano Called one of the finest pianists of his generation, Mari·n Lapsansky has performed his chamber music worldwide as a soloist in orchestral concerts and recitals. Tickets are $35. Embassy of Slovakia Thu., March 25, 7:30 p.m. Fania Fania draws on her childhood memories and traditions of West Africa to create an enchanting melody all her own. Please call Smithsonian Associates at (202) 357-3030 for ticket information. Voice of America Auditorium Fri., March 26, 8 p.m. Horacio Franco, Flute Mexican flute player Horacio Franco has established an international concert career playing early, contemporary and folkloric music with many of the best-known orchestras on three continents. Tickets are $35. Mexican Cultural Institute Sat., March 27, 4:30 p.m. Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Baritone Mikhail Arkadiev, Piano Internationally acclaimed Russian baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky is one of todayís leading Verdi interpreters, with a unique and distinctive voice that has earned him worldwide praise. Tickets are $25 to $75. Kennedy Center Concert Hall Sat., March 27, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Keiko Matsui Japanese-born jazz pianist Keiko Matsui merges smooth jazz with funky blues to create an expressive style all her own. Tickets are $28. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Tue., March 30, 8 p.m. Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Yuri Temirkanov conducts the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra in this all-Beethoven program including the famed Violin Concerto in D Major and Symphony No. 5. Tickets are $20 to $45 or $5 for University of Maryland students. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Wed., March 31, 7:30 p.m. Solo Razaf Guitarist and composer Solo Razaf showcases rhythms that marry the traditional tempos of Madagascar and the western part of the Indian Ocean. Please call Smithsonian Associates at (202) 357-3030 for ticket information. National Museum of Natural History RECEPTIONS Sat., March 6, 6 p.m. MCYO Philharmonic Gala Dinner and Concert The Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras honors various government officials for their efforts on behalf of children at their annual spring gala, which includes a dinner reception and concert. Please call (301) 654-2018 or visit www.mcyo.org for ticket information. National Building Museum Wed., March 10, 7 p.m. Dinner at the Residence of the Dutch Ambassador Ambassador Boudewijn J. van Eenennaam of the Netherlands and his wife host a seated dinner at their magnificently decorated official residence. Tickets are $95 and are open only to Corcoran members. Corcoran Gallery of Art Sat., March 13, 8 p.m. Pop-ART-Razzi: The Society of Celebrities Washingtonís young professionalsódressed as celebrity look-alikes and zealous paparazziócelebrate the glitz and glamour of Hollywood at the 1869 Societyís annual black-tie gala. Please call (202) 639-1796 for ticket information. Corcoran Gallery of Art Sat., March 13, 7:30 p.m. Viennese Waltz Ball Euronet International hosts this romantic evening of music, food and dancing to the famous Strauss waltzes as well as ballroom and Latin music from around the world. You are invited to attend the event without a date. Tickets are $79 and may be purchased online at www.euronetinternational.com/events. The Galleria at Lafayette Square Sat., March 13, 7 p.m. Sweet 16 Anniversary Gala This gala to benefit Rock Creek International School Tuition Assistance Plan features dancing, hors díoeuvres, desserts and an open bar. Tickets are $116 in advance or $125 and can be obtained by calling (202) 965-8700. National Press Club Fri., March 19, 7 p.m. Grand Evening of the Francophonie More than 30 French-speaking embassies, governments and associations present their respective cultures to shed light on the rich traditions and culinary delights of the francophone world. Tickets are $10. La Maison FranÁaise Sat., March 27, 6:30 p.m. Cathedral Choral Society 2004 Gala Patrons William and Dorothy McSweeny are honored with the Laura E. Phillips Angel of the Arts Award at this yearís Cathedral Choral Societyís black-tie extravaganza. Please call (202) 537-5527 or visit www.cathedralchoralsociety.org for ticket information. Four Seasons Hotel THEATER March 2 to 7 Joe Turnerís Come and Gone In a world forged by the legacy of slavery and African mysticism, a stranger and a little girl arrive to disturb the residentsí fragile peace. Tickets are $22 to $28. Kennedy Center Film Theater March 5 to 13 Cyrano de Bergerac The University of Maryland Department of Theatre performs the unassailably idealistic classic that pays homage to unapologetic love. Tickets are $20 or $5 for University of Maryland students. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Through March 7 La Dama Duende (The Phantom Lady) In this cloak-and-dagger comedy from the Spanish Golden Age, a young widowís love for a brave stranger is thwarted at every turn. Tickets are $28. Gala Hispanic Theatre Through March 7 Looking Over the Presidentís Shoulder Wendell Wright stars in this one-man show that tells the story of the first African American butler in the White House. Tickets are $29 to $45. Fordís Theatre Through March 7 A Manís a Man Bertolt Brecht penned this political satire about an improbable scheme in which three soldiers manipulate a naÔve dock worker into replacing a missing comrade. Tickets are $35 to $53. Arena Stage March 9 to 12 The Good Thief A Dublin thug ends up on the run after a routine job goes horribly wrong in Conor McPhersonís dark comedy, performed by the Scena Theater troupe. Tickets are $25. Warehouse Theater Wed., March 10, 8 p.m. Opera Verdi E uropa A young girlís jealousy leads to tragedy and the head of a theatrical company uses a play to reveal his wifeís betrayal in this two-part performance by Bulgariaís Opera Verdi Europa. Tickets are $34. Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center Through March 13 Henry IV, Part I In the first of a two-part production, Henry IV carries the guilt of Richardís death and faces rebellion on all sides in Shakespeareís classic examination of the father-son relationship. Tickets are $16 to $66. The Shakespeare Theatre Through March 13 7th International Festival of Hispanic Theater Highlighting the theme of ìTheater for the People,î this yearís festival features three of Latin Americaís best-known theatrical artists as well as troupes from many other Hispanic nations performing works for adults and children, pantomime, puppetry, discussions and theatrical workshops under Myrna Casas, a star of Puerto Rican stages. Tickets are $18 to $25. Please call for specific show times. Teatro de la Luna Through March 15 Endgame Catalyst Theatre presents Irish playwright Samuel Beckettís play about four ragged characters trapped in a world of apocalyptic decay. Tickets are $20. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop Through March 21 Having Our Say Sadie Delany and her sister Bessie, each more than 100 years old, prepare a dinner in remembrance of their fatherís birthday, recounting their life experiences from the Great Depression to the Civil Rights Movement. Tickets are $25 to $35. Olney Theatre Center March 17 to April 19 Manon Lescaut Chilean soprano VerÛnica Villarroel stars as the alluring Manon, a pleasure-loving French girl who deserts her impoverished husband for a life of wealth, in this Washington Opera production of Pucciniís third opera. Tickets are $41 to $285. Kennedy Center Opera House Through March 28 Uncle Vanya Family ties are tested when Uncle Vanya comes to live with the relatives he has been supporting in Anton Chekhovís classic depicting the simple life of Russian provincial poor aristocrats. Tickets are $17 to $22. Classika Theatre March 31 to May 9 Far Away This powerful play by contemporary playwright Caryl Churchill portrays a world at war, where violence brews in every corner of life. Tickets are $25 to $45. The Studio Theatre