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 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 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 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. 4 Historical Maps of the Korean Peninsula: East Sea A plethora of educational material establishing the original name of the shared body of water between the Korean peninsula and the Japanese archipelago illuminate this continuing debate. Korean Cultural Institute Through Jan. 7 Architecture in Austria Works involving four internationally renowned Austrian architects reflect the breadth and beauty found in their homelandís architecture. Embassy of Austria Through Jan. 9 Dan Flavin: A Retrospective This comprehensive retrospective covers Dan Flavinís career-long exploration of an "art of light," 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 Joy to the World: Fourth Annual International Nativity Exhibit Three treasures from the Vatican Museum are among the more than 150 nativities from around the world that distinguish this fourth annual global crËche display. Pope John Paul II Cultural Center 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. 14 Identity Imprint The Association of Ibero-American Cultural AttachÈs hosts this vivid and powerful display of Ibero-American prints and the process of printmaking in Argentina, Bolivia, El Salvador, Uruguay and other various other nations. Mexican Cultural Institute Through Jan. 14 Signs and Metaphors Ten pieces of contemporary art by Mexican and other international art seek to represent societyís metaphoric possibilities, transcending in a process of visual communication. Mexican Cultural Institute Through Jan. 15 Art From Abroad: New International Talent Pieces by artists spanning the globeófrom Azerbaijan and Cuba to Colombia and Zimbabweómake up this eclectic show. International Visions ñ The Gallery 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 Istanbul Studio of Master Tekcan This selection of prints hails from the Istanbul workshop of S¸leyman Saim Tekcan, who developed a unique printmaking 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 Jan. 28 to June 5 Beyond the Bag: Textiles as Containers In addition to performing the practical functions of holding, carrying and protecting everyday items, learn how textile containers can be objects of artistic beauty that provide insights into different cultures. The Textile Museum Through Jan. 29 Contemporary European Artists Works on canvas, paper and mixed media by five of todayís top European artists are on view. Marninart Gallery 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 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 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 Jan. 30 to May 1 Rembrandtís Late Religious Portraits This is a unique opportunity to explore one of the most fascinating aspects of Rembrandt van Rijnís artistic careeróhis brooding and pensive religious portraits painted in the late 1650s and early 1660s. National Gallery of Art Through Jan. 31 Chermayeff and Geismar Inc.: Designing Over Four Decades Following in the footsteps of other graphic design pioneers, Chermayeff and Geismar, formed in the late 1950s, has taken graphic design to another dimension by working collaboratively in a wider range of disciplines. Corcoran Gallery of Art 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 Mythmaker A series of 20 haunting drawings by Janet Culbertson reflect the artistís search for a way to depict women in a more heroic light and the threatened environment in more honest portrayal. National Museum of Women in the Arts 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. 18 The Hunstein Variations: A Photographic Record of Glenn Gould Portrait photographer Don Hunstein offers his famous images of Glenn Gould, who from the 1950s to his death in 1982 was one of the most prominent classical musicians in the world. Embassy of Canada 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 Feb. 26 The Art of Music A selection of 45 musically inspired works from the Baltimore Museum of Art, including pieces by Rembrandt van Rijn, Albrecht D¸rer, Romare Bearden, Henri Matisse and Marc Chagall, celebrate the opening of the new Strathmore Music Center. Strathmore Hall 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 In the Russian Tradition: A Historic Collection of 20th-Century Russian Paintings This historic collection features 50 paintings by renowned Russian artists from the late 19th and early centuries that chronicle life in Russia during times of war and peace. S. Dillon Ripley Center 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 2 Letter Writing in Renaissance England Discover how letters, the social glue of Renaissance England, facilitated personal, political and commercial contact between individuals and groups separated by geography. Folger Shakespeare Library Through April 24 Cai Guo-QiangóëTravelerí "Traveler" 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. The Hirshhorn Museum is featuring the second half of the installation, a series of gunpowder drawings titled "Unlucky Year: Unrealized Projects From 2003-2004." Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Through April 24 Iraq and China: Ceramics, Trade and Innovation This exhibit details the revolutionary and enduring changes that took place in Iraqi ceramics during the ninth century as the humble character of Islamic pottery responded to a wave of luxury Chinese goods. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Through May 8 Berthe Morisot: An Impressionist and Her Circle At the heart of impressionism was an enigmatic, powerful, talented and often-overlooked woman: Berthe Morisot, an integral member of the artistic movement who defied traditional expectation of women. National Museum of Women in the Arts Through May 23 Figuratively Speaking: The Human Form in American Art, 1770-1950 This display examines the stylistic diversity of American artistsí interpretations of the human form through the lens of the Corcoranís permanent collection. Corcoran Gallery of Art Through May 30 Fauve Painting in the Permanent Collection The National Gallery brings together its collection of fauve paintings to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the naming of this movement in French art. National Gallery of Art Through 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 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 Through Aug. 15 Treasures The centerpiece of the 25th anniversary of the National Museum of African Art, "Treasures" 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 DANCE Jan. 11 to 16 Kirov Ballet: Cinderella The Kirov Ballet presents its new production of "Cinderella," choreographed by Alexey Ratmansky and featuring Sergei Prokofievís exquisite music. Tickets are $42 to $112. Kennedy Center Opera House Jan. 17 to 23 Step Afrika! Young U.S. and European artists along with South Africaís Soweto Dance Theatre perform the high-energy dance form of stepping as it developed in America, showing how it relates to other cultures. Tickets are $14. Kennedy Center Theater Lab DISCUSSIONS Thu., Jan. 6, 6:30 p.m. Paradise in the Garden: The Influence of the Islamic Garden Today Elin Haaga, a visiting professor at George Washington University, speaks on modern gardens and their colorful roots in traditional garden design. Admission is free but advance registration is requested and can be made by calling (703) 288-4500. World Bank InfoShop Auditorium Mon., Jan. 10, 6:30 p.m. Spies on Screen: Behind the Scenes of BBC Videoís MI-5 Discover the difference between fact and act in this thought-provoking look into the BBCís hit series "MI-5," where suicide and treason seem dangerously close to the truth. Tickets are $15 or $12 for members of the Spy Ring. International Spy Museum Tue., Jan. 11, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ethics and Development Day The Initiative on Social Capital Ethics and Development at the Inter-American Development Bank hosts this daylong seminar featuring Nobel laureate Amartya Sen, judge Eva Joly, Norwegian Ambassador Knut Vollebaek and other prominent experts on the issue of ethics. Admission is free but registration is required and can be made by calling (202) 623-3385 or e-mailing etica@iadb.org. Inter-American Development Bank AndrÈs Bello Auditorium Tue., Jan. 18, 7 p.m. Blowing My Cover: My Life as a CIA Spy Author Lindsay Moran discusses her hilarious, yet u ltimately sobering book, in which she lifts the veil on the nationís foremost intelligence agency. Tickets are $15 or $12 for Corcoran members. Corcoran Gallery of Art Sat., Jan. 22, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Masterpieces of Western Architecture In this series, visit the greatest monuments of architecture on a grand tour from prehistory to modern times. Tickets are $130 or $85 for Smithsonian members. S. Dillon Ripley Center Mon., Jan. 24, 7 p.m. Presenting Diane von Furstenberg Belgian-born Diane von Furstenberg reveals the secrets of her success, from becoming an American fashion icon to making her mark in the beauty, home and publishing industries. Tickets are $35 or $25 for Corcoran members and include a reception. Corcoran Gallery of Art Tue., Jan. 25, 7 p.m. Dinner With a Spy: Victor Cherkashin Legendary senior KGB officer Victor Cherkashin flies in from Moscow for this dinner date, where he discusses his 38-year career that spanned Stalinís death to the fall of the Soviet Union. Tickets are $160 or $140 for members of the Spy Ring. International Spy Museum Sat., Jan. 29, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Artistic Legacy of Ancient Greece This daylong seminar explores the evolution of Greek art from its early dependence on Egyptian ideas to its emergence as a timeless, universal visual language seen in throughout the European Renaissance and 19th-century America. Tickets are $123 or $78 for Smithsonian members. Please call Resident Associates at (202) 357-3030 for location information. Location TBA Sat., Jan. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stalin and His Era In a seminar that opens the window on the Stalin era, Oleg V. Khlevniuk shares his expertise as a historian of this time. Tickets are $130 or $85 for Smithsonian members. Please call Resident Associates at (202) 357-3030 for location information. Location TBA MUSIC Through Jan. 2 The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber This grand showcase of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber features a star-studded cast of vocalists singing the composerís biggest and most memorable hits. Tickets are $25 to $150. Kennedy Center Opera House Sun., Jan. 2, 3 p.m. Salute to Vienna The 10th anniversary of this musical extravaganza features a cast of 75 musicians, singers and dancers in a brand new program for another sensational performance. Tickets are $25 to $87.50. Kennedy Center Concert Hall Thu., Jan. 6, 6:30 p.m. Doc Scantlin and his Imperial Palms Orchestra Step back in time into a glamorous 1930s supper club and marvel at the big band entertainment of Doc Scantlin and his Imperial Palms Orchestra as you enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing and romance. Tickets are $24 to $95 and can be purchased by calling (202) 397-SEAT. Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Fri. and Sat., Jan. 7 and 8, 8 p.m. When Notre Dame Was New The Folger Consort joins forces with the famed Norwegian vocal ensemble Trio Mediaeval to perform the great organa, conducti and motets of the Notre Dame School, along with instrumental dances of the period. Tickets are $25 to $40 Folger Shakespeare Library Sat., Jan. 8, 8 p.m. First and Last Chance This concert marks the first chance to hear Steven Gerberís "Clarinet Concerto," as well as Haydnís "Farewell" symphony, and the last chance to hear the National Philharmonic play at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. Tickets are $21 to $41. F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre Wed., Jan. 12, 7:30 p.m. Paris Combo Returns Discover why Paris Comboís jazzy, sexy version of the French "chanson" tradition has garnered the quintet such a devoted following. Tickets are $22 or $17 for Smithsonian members. Please call Resident Associates at (202) 357-3030 for location information. Location TBA Thu., Jan. 13, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Michel Camilo Renowned the world over as a Latin jazz and classical music phenomenon, Michel Camiloís technically astounding prowess as a pianist and composer will have listeners thirsting for more. Tickets are $30. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Fri., Jan. 14, 7:30 p.m. New York Festival of Song Steven Blier and others pay homage to 20th-century Russian masters Alexander Blok and Anna Akhmatova. Tickets are $35. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Sat., Jan. 15, 2 p.m. Krzysztof Jablonski, Piano Hailed as a young talent to remember, celebrated pianist Krzysztof Jablonski makes his Washington debut. Tickets are $31. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Jan. 18 to 22 The Kirov Spectacular Resident companies from Russiaís legendary Mariinsky Theatreóthe Kirov Ballet, Opera and Orchestraópresent an exhilarating dance, opera and musical event created exclusively for Kennedy Center audiences. Tickets are $40 to $250. Kennedy Center Opera House Sat., Jan. 22, 8 p.m. Gene Bertoncini and Friends Jazz guitarist Gene Bertoncini heats up the night with a spicy mix of jazz styles from the Americas. Tickets are $28 or $24 for students and seniors. Dumbarton Church Thu., Jan. 27, 7:30 p.m. Christopher Maltman, Baritone A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, baritone Christopher Maltman has performed in venues across the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets are $35. Kennedy Center Terrace Theater Thu., Jan. 27, 8 p.m. Musical Evening Series: Gryphon Trio The Gryphon Trio, one of North Americaís foremost piano trios, performs an enchanting repertoire of Mozart, Brahms and Shostakovich. Tickets are $60 or $50 for Corcoran members. Corcoran Gallery of Art Jan. 27 to 29, 8 p.m. Mini-Mozart Festival In anticipation of the grandiose 250th birthday celebration of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Embassy Series presents these three programs featuring many of the areaís finest artists and guests from Austria. Tickets are $35 to $40 per concert. Embassy of Austria RECEPTIONS Tue., Jan. 11, 6:30 p.m. Reception and Concert and the Israeli Ambassador Residence Israeli Ambassador and Mrs. Daniel Ayalon open their home to an intimate gathering for a lively evening of music and conversation on the current culture of Israel. Tickets are $85 or $75 for Corcoran members. Israeli Residence THEATER Through Jan. 2 A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas This new fantastical adaptation of Charles Dickensís tale turns the spotlight on the apparitions that inhabit the troubled world of Ebenezer Scrooge. Tickets are $25 to $48. Fordís Theatre Through Jan. 2 Pericles Presented for the first time in the Shakespeare Theatreís 17-year history, "Pericles" 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 Jan. 5 to 13 Sacred Cows The Charter Theatre troupe debuts this irreverent comedy premiere that skewers the comic state of religion in America. Tickets are $20 to $25. For more information, please call (202) 333-7009. National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Jan. 5 to Feb. 13 Black Milk Holly Twyford and Matthew Montelongo join forces to depict playwright Vassily Sigarevís hard-edged look at post-communist Russia. Tickets are $35 to $48. The Studio Theatre Jan. 12 to Feb. 20 Romeo and Juliet Young lovers embrace passion, denying the bitter rivalry of their families in Shakespeareís unforgettable romance. Tickets are $25 to $48. Folger Theatre Jan. 14 to March 6 Bohemians In its first original production, Synetic Theatre debuts "Bohemians," a response to world events of the past four years that probes mankindís ability for acts of astounding compassion or unfathomable cruelty. Tickets are $24 to $29. Classika Theatre Jan. 18 to 23 Mark Russell: Comedy, Music, Bribery and Conspiracy! With the presidential inauguration in full gear, comedian Mark Russell demonstrates his own staying power in Washington as he weighs in on the winners and losers of this yearís political season. Tickets are $25 to $48. Fordís Theatre Jan. 18 to March 6 Lorenzaccio Alfred de Mussetís gripping tale of political intrigue, moral dilemmas and individual heroism centers on a man hoping to liberate Florence from a dukeís tyrannical rule. Tickets are $12.75 to $68. The Shakespeare Theatre Jan. 19 to Feb. 13 The Death of Meyerhold American playwright Mark Jacksonís hit play follows the spectacular life and death of visionary theater artist Vsevolod Meyerhold, whose avant-garde work flouted Stalinís regime. Tickets are $25. The Studio Theatre Secondstage Jan. 21 to Feb. 27 Intimations for Saxophone A woman finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage while all around her, hints of the coming sexual revolution in the Jazz Age both entice her and threaten to overwhelm her. Tickets are $47 to $66. Arena Stage Jan. 28 and 30 Democracy: An American Comedy The Washington National Opera stages the world premiere of composer Scott Wheelerís "Democracy: An American Comedy," which takes a light-hearted yet piercing look at political power in Washington. Tickets are $18 to $42. Lisner Auditorium Through Feb. 13 Hallelujah, Baby! A young Georgian dreams of trading in her maidís mop for the excitement of the stage, but she faces societal challenges along the way. Tickets are $47 to $66. Arena Stage Through 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