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 Nov. 6 Another Chapter In his current show, artist and gallery owner Tim Davis focuses on the changing conditions of the human spirit and the interactions of peopleís relationships. International Visions ñ The Gallery Nov. 6 to Jan. 2 Dream Worlds: Modern Japanese Prints and Paintings From the Robert O. Muller Collection This bequest of more than 4,500 woodblock prints representing some 240 artists comes from one of the premier collections of Japanese prints from the late 1860s to the 1940s. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Nov. 7 to Jan. 30 Gerard ter Borch Some 50 works showcase the skill of Gerard ter Borch, one of the finest Dutch genre and portrait painters, in the first U.S. monographic exhibition of his paintings. National Gallery of Art Through Nov. 12 From Vienna With Grace The Austrian Embassy documents the expressionist dancers and choreographers of early 20th-century Vienna, who influenced generations of dancers with their revolutionary and provocative movements. Embassy of Austria Through Nov. 12 The Indigenous Presence in Bolivian Folk Art Artistic and utilitarian objects reflect the popular creativity and influence of the indigenous traditions in Bolivian culture, from basket weaving to community celebrations. Inter-American Development Bank Cultural Center Through Nov. 12 The Uttermost Part of Europe Danish artist Thomas Linder Brox presents his impressions of Europeís most remote landscapes. Ingrid Hansen Gallery Nov. 14 to May 30 Six Centuries of Prints and Drawings: Recent Acquisitions One hundred of the finest works of art on paper acquired by the National Gallery of Art over the past five years are on display, including the earliest German drawing on paper to come to America. National Gallery of Art Through Nov. 15 Thinking Inside the Box: The Art of Andrew Krieger Printmaker and draftsman Andrew Krieger constructs small, enigmatic boxes featuring imaginary environments that suggest a distant era. Corcoran Gallery of Art Nov. 17 to Aug. 15 Treasures The centerpiece of the 25th anniversary of the National Museum of African Art, ìTreasuresî features masterpieces from the museum and various private collectionsómany never publicly exhibited before in this countryóon display in the newly renovated gallery. National Museum of African Art Nov. 20 to Dec. 30 From the Mini to the Eclectic In these two different displays, the ì71st Annual International Exhibition of Fine Art in Miniatureî embraces more than 700 tiny pieces of artwork, while the National Collage Societyís ì20th Annual Juried Exhibitionî features works by artists from across the U.S., Australia, Canada, Mexico and Turkey. Mansion at Strathmore Through Nov. 24 The Dream of Earth: 21st-Century Tendencies in Mexican Sculpture Clay sculptures by six of Mexicoís most renowned contemporary artists stand as a testament to the richness and revival of clay sculpture in Mexico. Mexican Cultural Institute Through Nov. 27 Dezhan Ejan: Aboriginal Works From the Collection of the Canada Council Art Bank ìDezhan Ejan,î which means medicine song in the Northern Tutchone language, features the work of 18 contemporary Canadian Aboriginal artists from different generations and regions of the country. Embassy of Canada 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 Through Dec. 5 Aerospace Design: The Art of Engineering From NASAís Aeronautical Research ìAerospace Designî examines the history of aeronautically engineered forms and their relationship to architecture and design. The Octagon Museum Through Dec. 12 Playful Performers This ground-breaking exhibit is the first to look at the immense creativity of African children as they explore the world of masquerade performance. National Museum of African Art Through Dec. 18 From Haven to Home: 350 Years of Jewish Life in America The Library of Congress opens its rich collection of materials that document the history and culture of Americaís Jewish community. Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building Through Dec. 19 Claude Raguet Hirst: Transforming the American Still Life Thirty innovative paintings by Claude Raguet Hirst showcase the artistís ability to create the hyper-realistic style of still-life painting known as trompe líoeilóthe only American woman artist to do so. National Museum of Women in the Arts Through Dec. 31 Tradition in Transition: Russian Icons in the Age of the Romanovs More than 40 icons and two books beautifully illustrate the impact of Western culture on the evolution of Russian religious painting from the seventh to the 20th centuries. Hillwood Museum and Gardens Through Jan. 2 All the Mighty World: The Photographs of Roger Fenton, 1852-1860 Nearly 100 photographs by 19th-century photographer Roger Fenton survey all aspects of his short but ground-breaking career. National Gallery of Art Through Jan. 2 Ana Mendieta: Earth Body, Sculpture and Performance 1972-1985 This comprehensive survey of more than 100 works by Cuban-born artist Ana Mendieta, who created a singular hybrid form rooted in nature and the body. Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Through Jan. 2 Over One, Under One, and Much More A diverse mix of textiles from Asia to the Americas illustrates the array of patterning possibilities by using the plain-weaving technique within different cultural and artistic contexts. The Textile Museum Through Jan. 9 Dan Flavin: A Retrospective This comprehensive retrospective covers Dan Flavinís career-long exploration of an ìart of light,î which was situated outside the traditional mediums of painting and sculpture and established him as a chief exponent of minimalism. National Gallery of Art Through Jan. 9 In Monetís Light: Theodore Robinson at Giverny Nearly 60 of Theodore Robinsonís luminous paintings of the French countryside stand alongside five stunning masterpieces by friend and mentor Claude Monet. The Baltimore Museum of Art Through Jan. 10 This Church, These Times Some 70 paintings and sketches radiantly capture the essence of the events and people surrounding the Second Vatican Council, established 42 years ago to engage the Catholic Church in modern times. Pope John Paul II Cultural Center Through Jan. 17 Work and Commerce: Scenes of Everyday Life in Chinese Painting More than 30 illustrations of daily life among commoners in Chinese figure painting provide moral exemplars of proper societal behavior and deliver subtle lessons about the benevolence of the state. Freer Gallery of Art Through Jan. 23 Anatolian Impressions: Artists Prints From the Istanbul Studio of Master Tekcan This selection of prints hails from the Istanbul workshop of S¸leyman Saim Tekcan, who developed a unique print-making process on the belief that original prints make art accessible to more people. Meridian International Center Through Jan. 23 Calder MirÛ This exhibition combining the mobile sculptures of Alexander Calder and the poem paintings of Joan MirÛ highlights the visual dialogue between two of the most colorful and unusual artistic personalities of the 20th century. The Phillips Collection Through Jan. 30 American Masters From Bingham to Eakins: The John Wilmerding Collection More than 50 paintings by 26 American artists showcase one of the most important collections of 19th-century American art. National Gallery of Art Through Jan. 30 Godís Women: Nuns in America This unique exhibit celebrates the contributions nuns and religious sisters have made to American culture as educators, medical professionals, social workers and women of prayer. Pope John Paul II Cultural Center Through Jan. 31 Common Ground: Discovering Community in 150 Years of Art Selections from the Julia J. Norrell collection illustrate the concept of community and its complex web of human connections. Corcoran Gallery of Art Through Feb. 6 Arts of Mughal India Some 30 works of art, including intricately detailed manuscript paintings and jade and lacquered wood objects, offer a glimpse into the conceptually and technically innovative tradition of Mughal painting. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Through Feb. 6 Floral Perspectives in Carpet Design Floral motifs are explored from three perspectivesóspiritual, cultural and artisticóas rendered in the designs of 17th- to 19th-century Indian, Chinese, Central Asian, Persian and Turkish carpets. The Textile Museum Through Feb. 6 Life and Leisure: Everyday Life in Japanese Painting Colorful scenes of everyday life depicted on Japanese paintings and screens during the Edo period (1615-1868) complement a related exhibit on work and commerce in Chinese art. Freer Gallery of Art Through Feb. 6 Palace and Mosque: Islamic Art From the Victoria and Albert Museum More than 100 works from Londonís esteemed Victoria and Albert Museum convey the richness of Islamic art on a scale and quality hard to find in any collection outside the Middle East. National Gallery of Art Through Feb. 14 Inventions: Recent Paintings by Caio Fonseca In the first solo presentation of the artistís work in a U.S. museum, this display features large-scale paintings and works on paper by contemporary artist Caio Fonseca, created specifically for this exhibit. Corcoran Gallery of Art Through Feb. 15 Our Next President Buttons, ribbons, posters, pennants, postcards and other ephemera demonstrate how Woodrow Wilson won the presidency in a time of no television or radio ads. Woodrow Wilson House Through Feb. 21 Frank Gehry, Architect: Designs for Museums This multimedia exhibition showcases architect Frank Gehryís design contributions both from his completed buildings and his yet-to-be-realized museum projects. Corcoran Gallery of Art Through March 6 A Garden of Shawls: The Buta and Its Seeds The Textile Museum chronicles the development and design vocabulary of Kashmir shawls through the buta, a shape known in English as a paisley. The Textile Museum Through March 13 Young Whistler: Early Prints and the French Set Beautiful early prints by expatriate American artist James McNeill Whistler reinforce the painterís widely acknowledged reputation as a great printmaker. Freer Gallery of Art Through March 20 Views of Chinese Art From the Indianapolis Museum of Art A series of exhibitions showcases outstanding Asian artwork from museums across the country, beginning with selections of Chinese art from the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Through April 24 Cai Guo-QiangóëTravelerí ìTravelerî is a two-part installation by Chinese artist Cai Guo-Qiang, best known for his grand explosion events and his ability to layer poetic allegory and historical resonance. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Through May 2005 The Enemy Within: Terror in Americaó1776 to Today ìThe Enemy Withinî reveals nine major events in U.S. history when Americans were threatened by enemies within their borders, depicting the response of the public and counterterrorism agencies and examining the challenge of national security versus civil liberties. International Spy Museum Through June 26 Luxury and Luminosity: Visual Culture and the Ming Court Imperially commissioned Ming Dynasty porcelains are placed in the broader context of other major court arts of the period, including lacquers, gold vessels and silk tapestries. Freer Gallery of Art DANCE Fri., Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Tracings Dana Tai-Soon Burgess & Co. perform rarely seen vintage solos by Japanese-American choreographer Michio Ito, whose work fell into obscurity after he was sent back to Japan during World War II. Tickets are $15. For more information, please call (202) 328-6000. Lincoln Theater Nov. 5 and 6 Bangarra Dance Theatre Australian performing arts troupe Bangarra dazzles with its newest work, ìBush,î a contemporary celebration of beauty, ritual and music inspired by aboriginal creation stories. Tickets are $14 to $38. Kennedy Center Nov. 7, 14, 21 and Dec. 5 Learn the Viennese Waltz The Hospitality and Information Service of Washington is offering a series of lessons in Viennese waltz to prepare for a Dec. 12 Viennese Waltz Ball. Tickets are $135, which includes lessons and a ticket to the ball. For more information, please call (703) 528-0487 or visit www.viennesewaltz.org/meridian.html. Meridian International Center Nov. 24, 26 to 28 The Nutcracker The Joffrey Balletís rendition of the classic fairytale features charming Victorian scenery and costumes, Gerald Arpinoís thrilling waltzes and the incomparable Joffrey dancers. Tickets are $29 to $99. Kennedy Center DISCUSSIONS Wed., Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. Adventure Travel Around the World Take a global odyssey with National Geographic Adventure columnist Doug Lansky, who imparts lessons learned while backpacking through more than 100 countries. Tickets are $16 or $14 for National Geographic members. Gilbert H. Grosvenor Auditorium Thu., Nov. 4, 6:30 p.m. The Art and Science of the FabergÈ: The Hard-Stone Masterworks Assistant curator Yelena Harbick focuses on FabergÈís hard-stone creations, including an exploration of 19th-century Russiaís mineral resources. Admission is free with an estate reservation deposit. Hillwood Museum and Gardens Sat., Nov. 6, 1 p.m. FabergÈ Flowers To celebrate the fall publication of the FabergÈ Arts Foundationís book ìFabergÈ Flowers,î a select group of the bookís essayists discuss these unique ìfloralî pieces. Tickets are $15 or $10 for Hillwood members. Hillwood Museum and Gardens Mon., Nov. 8, 12:10 and 1:10 p.m. The Colony of Colonies: The Forest of Fontainebleau and the Rise of Modern Landscape Painting in France Associate curator Kimberly A. Jones gives an illustrated presentation describing new research for the upcoming exhibition on this little known aspect of French art. National Gallery of Art East Building Small Auditorium Mon., Nov. 8, 7 p.m. Joseph Duveen: Kingpin of Art Author and professor Meryle Secrest tells the fascinating story of Joseph Duveen, one of the most spectacular art dealers of the 20th century. Tickets are $16 or $12 for Corcoran members. Corcoran Gallery of Art Tue., Nov. 9, 6:30 p.m. Robert HanssenóColleague, Friend and Traitor Donít miss the unique insights of David G. Major, a co-worker and friend of one of the most damaging spies in U.S. history. Tickets are $23 or $18 for Spy Mu seum members. International Spy Museum Sun., Nov. 14, 2 p.m. The Third Italian Renaissance: Art of the Lombard Plain Charles Dempsey, a professor of Italian Renaissance and Baroque art, addresses the flowering of painting in northern Italy, ìthe third cradleî of the Italian Renaissance after Florence and Rome. National Gallery of Art Wed., Nov. 17, 12:30 p.m. Bolivian Politics Bolivian scholar and indigenous leader Dr. Waskar T. Ari lectures on the Aymara peoplesí participation in Bolivian politics and the current democracy (in English). Inter-American Development Bank Auditorium Wed., Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m. Making a New Atlas of the World Take a visually dynamic, behind-the-scenes look at how cutting-edge technology blended with painstaking research and vision resulted in a new atlas for a changing world. Tickets are $16 or $14 for National Geographic members. Gilbert H. Grosvenor Auditorium Thu., Nov. 18, 12 p.m. CIA Spymaster Hear riveting details of the life of George Kisevalter, architect of the CIAís most dramatic Cold War successes, from his friend and biographer, Clarence Ashley. International Spy Museum Thu., Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. Australian Authors Series: Marshall Browne Marshall Browne, author of 10 books, discusses his latest offering, ìThe Eye of the Abyss,î a thriller set in 1938 Nazi Germany. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (202) 797-3025. Embassy of Australia Thu., Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m. Three Among the Wolves Explorer Helen Thayer recounts how she and her husband traveled with a dog named Charlie with the goal of living among packs of wild wolves. Tickets are $16 or $14 for National Geographic members. Gilbert H. Grosvenor Auditorium Sat., Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Artistic Exchange on the Mediterranean Rim: Islamic, Byzantine, and European Art, Part II Noted experts on Islamic, Byzantine and European medieval and Renaissance art present illustrated lectures and discuss the remarkable interchanges of these cultures. National Gallery of Art Sun., Nov. 21, 2 p.m. American Artists in the City of Light (1870-1914) and the Paris Nocturne Noted speaker S. Hollis Clayson takes you through the night scenes of Paris in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when the city was a magnet for American painters. National Gallery of Art Tue., Nov. 23, 7 p.m. Trading Spaces With Doug Wilson Designer-turned-television-host Doug Wilson simplifies the rules of interior designing, one room at a time. Tickets are $18 or $15 for Corcoran members. Corcoran Gallery of Art MUSIC Wed., Nov. 3, 8 p.m. FranÁois Le Roux and Mikhail Hallak Baritone FranÁois Le Rouxóhailed by critics as the ìsummit of French songótakes a musical journey through Paris accompanied by pianist Mikhail Hallak. Tickets are $15; reservations are required. La Maison FranÁaise Fri., Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m. The Classics of Gershwin and Porter The Levine School of Musicís faculty-artists perform a program of timeless music by George Gershwin and Cole Porter. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling (202) 686-8000 or visiting www.levineschool.org. Embassy of Switzerland Fri., Nov. 5, 8 p.m. A Carnival of the Seasons The acclaimed baroque ensemble Red Priest employs a variety of musical and theatrical effects to bring Vivaldiís ìFour Seasonsî vividly to life. Tickets are $30. Dumbarton Church Fri., Nov. 5, 8 p.m. The Ying Quartet The Ying Quartet delivers the impassioned chamber music for which it has won worldwide acclaim. Tickets are $60 or $50 for Corcoran members. Corcoran Gallery of Art Sat., Nov. 6, 3 p.m. Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company More than 75 dancers perform gravity-defying split-leaps, flips and spins in this cultural celebration of Ukrainian dance. Tickets are $25 to $65. Kennedy Center Sat., Nov. 6, 8 p.m. Latin Lovers Steven Blier, artistic director of the New York Festival of Song, creates a portal into another musical time using the smoldering heat of Latin song. Tickets are $35. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Sat., Nov. 6, 8 p.m. Priest on the Run The musical ensemble Red Priest is pursued by the Venetian authorities in a mad dash across baroque Europe that features works by Telemann, Tartini, Rameau and Gluck. Tickets are $30. Dumbarton Church Sun., Nov. 7, 3 p.m. Gil Shaham, Violin Orli Shaham, Piano Gil Shaham brings his romantic touch to the violin, accompanied by his sister, Orli. Tickets are $25 to $65. Kennedy Center Thu., Nov. 11 Prazsky Vyber Concert The Prazsky Vyber (ìPrague Selectionî) rock group commemorates the 15th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. Please call (202) 274-9105 for more information. Czech Embassy Fri., Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m. Padam This youthful French ensemble performs their eclectic repertoire that blends oriental, Slavic, Latin, musette and swing influences. Tickets are $15; reservations are required. La Maison FranÁaise Sat., Nov. 13, 8 p.m. Biava Quartet Concert A young ensemble of enormous promise, the Biava Quartet has attracted international notice with their performances at venues as varied as the White House and NBCís ìToday Show.î Tickets are $35 to $30 for Kreeger members. The Kreeger Museum Sun., Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m. Nibya Marino, Pianist Nibya Marino, one of the outstanding South American pianists of her generation, performs a varied program of Schumann, Franck, Mendelssohn and Chopin. Tickets are free; suggested donation is $20. La Maison FranÁaise Mon., Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. Sylvain Luc Guitarist Sylvain Luc, who recorded his first album of Basque folklore music at the age of 9, performs his medley of jazz tunes. Tickets are $15; reservations are required. La Maison FranÁaise Wed., Nov. 17, 8 p.m. Bang on a Can All-Stars Part classical ensemble, part rock band, part jazz sextet, the Bang on a Can All-Stars defy categorization with their ground-breaking performances. Tickets are $20 to $40. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Thu., Nov. 18, 8 p.m. Mexican Revolutionaries This concert (preceded by a 6:30 discussion) showcases works by Manuel Ponce, Carlos Ch·vez and Silverstre Revueltas, who built their compositions on Mexican popular music and dance, as well as village music and indigenous mestizo strains of city life. Tickets are $8. Mexican Cultural Institute Fri., Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Barnabas Kelemen, Violin With a repertoire that spans early baroque to the 21st century, violinist Barnabas Kelemen demonstrates his versatility and creativity in this Embassy Series concert. Tickets are $45. Embassy of Hungary Sun., Nov. 21, 2 p.m. Measha Brueggergosman Canadian soprano Measha Brueggergosman dazzles audiences with her incredible range and smooth voice. Tickets are $35. Kennedy Center Mon., Nov. 22, 8 p.m. Duo Paganini Internationally renowned violinist Jorge Saade-Scaff of Ecuador joins musical forces with guitarist and fellow Ecuadorian Julio Almeida for this program of South American and Latin arrangements. Tickets are $75 and include buffet reception. For more information, please call the Embassy Series at (202) 625-2361. Ecuadorian Ambassadorís Residence Sat., Nov. 27, 8 p.m. Dynamic Animation Pianist Eric Himy plays an evocative series of melodies featuring Dvorakís ìSerenadeî and Shostakovichís jazzy first piano concerto. Tickets are $21 to $41. F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre Tue., Nov. 30, 8 p.m. Christopher Unger, Piano Pianist Christopher Unger makes his Washington, D.C., recital debut with works by Beethoven, Brahms and Schumann. Tickets are $45. For more information, please call the Embassy Series at (202) 625-2361. Embassy of Germany RECEPTIONS Thu., Nov. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 7 p.m. Opera Night and Dinner The Trattoria Sorrento restaurant combines an evening of live opera starring Diane Abel in an Italian setting with a four-course prefixed menu for $37 per person. Trattoria Sorrento Mon., Nov. 8, 6:30 p.m. Foundation for Moral Courage Gala Fundraiser Co-hosted by the French and Colombian ambassadors, the Foundation for Moral Courage honors Ingrid Betancourt, a senator in Colombia who had been a candidate for president until she was kidnapped by the FARC guerilla force two years ago. For more information, please call (202) 429-9320 or e-mail info@moralcourage.org. La Maison FranÁaise Sat., Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m. Building a Future for Liberiaís Children The Academy for Educational Development and the Liberia Resource Mobilization Committee host this benefit gala to rehabilitate and provide school supplies and computers to Liberian schools, and support youth-led sports program in 97 war-torn nations. Tickets are $155. For more information, please visit www.aed-ccsg.org/liberia. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel THEATER Nov. 3 to Dec. 12 Ivanov Philip Goodwin stars in Anton Chekhovís first full-length play about a man who is too intelligent and too frustrated to endure his provincial life. Tickets are $25 to $45. The Studio Theatre Nov. 4 to 13 The Trojan Women In the aftermath of the Trojan War, the women of Troy find hope within a landscape of terror in this eloquent retelling of the Euripides classic. Tickets are $20. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Nov. 6 to 19 Luisa Fernanda In the revolutionary atmosphere of mid-19th-century Spain, love, rivalry and politics prove to be a dangerous combination for a landowner, the woman he loves and the local playboy. Tickets are $42 to $285. Kennedy Center Through Nov. 7 Blithe Spirit To research his new book on the paranormal, Charles Condomine calls on a local mystic to hold a sÈance, which is when all hell breaks loose. Tickets are $26 to $36. Olney Theatre Center Nov. 9 to Jan. 2 Pericles Presented for the first time in the Shakespeare Theatreís 17-year history, ìPericlesî is the epic story of an everyman whose adventures by sea bring him love, trial and tribulation. Tickets are $12.75 to $68. The Shakespeare Theatre Nov. 10 to 14 Forbidden Christmas or The Doctor and The Patient Mikhail Baryshnikov stars in this part absurdist drama, part fantasy allegory set in a 1950s Soviet Georgian town, where a doctor and his mentally ill patient embark on an emotional journey one stormy Christmas eve. Tickets are $35. Kennedy Center Nov. 10 to Dec. 12 The Diary of Anne Frank This new Tony Award-nominated adaptation is the timeless story of one girlís honesty, wit and determination. Please call for ticket information. Round House Theatre Nov. 11 to Dec. 19 Two Gentlemen of Verona Brotherly love battles romantic love in Shakespeareís exploration of the lengths people will go to over matters of the heart. Tickets are $25 to $48. Folger Shakespeare Library Nov. 12 to Dec. 26 The Importance of Being Earnest When marriage is proposed and families intervene, four lovers find themselves ensnared in a sea of romantic entanglements. Tickets are $40 to $59. Arena Stage Through Nov. 13 Il Trovatore Two long-lost brothers unaware of each otherís existence meet years later as political archenemies and rivals for the love of one woman in Giuseppe Verdiís classic opera. Tickets are $42 to $285. Kennedy Center Through Nov. 13 The Lettuce (La Lechuga) Teatro de la Lunaís 14th season opens with Venezuelan playwright CÈsar Sierraís eccentric comedy about an aging, bedridden father who gets a visit from his dysfunctional family on his birthday. Tickets are $20 to $35. Gunston Arts Center Nov. 13 to 22 Returning to Nerudaís World Join the international celebration of Pablo Nerudaís centennial with this evening of the Nobel Laureateís poetry, staged in English and Spanish and enhanced by music and dance. Tickets are $15 to $28. Mexican Cultural Institute Nov. 20 to March 6 Buratino, A Russian Pinocchio Story Deft puppet movements act out Tolstoyís version of the classic Italian childrenís fairytale. Tickets are $12 to $15. Classika Theatre Through Nov. 21 Anna in the Tropics A Cuban lector hired to read to ìAnna Kareninaî to factory workers ignites passionate and painful fires smoldering inside a young dreamer, a forgotten wife and a rejected husband. Tickets are $40 to $59. Arena Stage Nov. 23 to Jan. 2 A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas This new fantastical adaptation of Charles Dickensís tale turns th e spotlight on the apparitions that inhabit the troubled world of Ebenezer Scrooge. Tickets are $25 to $48. Fordís Theatre