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Washington Nightlife
Wolf Trap- The only national park dedicated to the performing arts. Features Opera, symphony, jazz, folk, pop, and country. About half the seats in the Filene Center are uncovered. Tickets are required. Off I-95 exit 12B. 703-938-2404.
Warner Theatre-"The Sound of Music" and "Hello Dolly" had their Washington openings here. The theater is decorated with gold leaf ceilings, an elegant lobby, crystal chandeliers, and red velvet draperies. Features Broadway shows, dance performances, holiday entertainment, and middle-of-the-road acts. 13th & E sts. NW. 202-628-1818 or 783-4000.
Fords Theatre- The restored theater continues to stage performances Tues.-Sun. At 7:30, Thurs. 1:00. Sat. 2:00. And Sun. 3:00. 511 10th St. NW. 202-347-4833 or 800-551-7328.
National Theatre- The closest thing to a big, Broadway-style theater. 1321 E St. NW. 202-628-6161.
The Melrose Room at the Park Hyatt Washington at 24th & M Streets, NW offers Swing/Ballroom dancing every Friday and Saturday nights from 7 - 11pm throughout the year for the past six years. The well-known society swing band, The James Jelasic Dance Band, has been the house band since it's inception with Mr. Jelasic leading the group on the grand piano complimented by saxophone/clarinet, string bass and drums. It's been written up by the Washingtonian, the Washington Post and listed in Phyllis Richman's 1998 Top 50 Restaurants.
The Comedy Club- Local and national comics. 1420 K St., Wednesday is open-mike night. Dinner available. Reservations recommended. 202-638-5653.
The Improv- Local and national comics. 1140 Connecticut Ave. 202-296-7008.
Rumors- Dance club, California style bar. 1900 M St., 202-466-7378.
Club Zei- Features a backdrop of 70's, 80's and 90's dance beats. TV sets cover the walls. 1415 Zei Alley, 202-842-2445.
Kilimanjaro- Dance club featuring top African, Caribbean, and reggae bands. 1724 California St., 202-328-3838.
River Club- Elegant dance club. Features show tunes, jazz, big band music, swing, and Motown. Includes an orchestra, a big band, or a DJ. Offers Asian-accented American cuisine. Jacket and tie required. 3223 K St., 202-298-8222.
Chelsea's- Salsa bands Thurs-Sat., live Persian music Wed., 1055 Thomas Jefferson St., 202-298-8222.
Insect Club-Music, food, pool, and dancing. Music includes alternative, hip-hop, funk, retro, and rock. 625 E St., 202-347-8884.
Birchmere- Bluegrass performances, mostly acoustic. One of the area's oldest clubs. National acts include country and folk music. 3901 Mt. Vernon Ave., 703-549-5919.
Blues Alley- Big-name Jazz musicians appear regularly. The restaurant features Creole-style dining. 1073 Wisconsin Ave., 202-331-8863.
One Step Down- Local jazz musicians Wed.-Mon. A jazz-oriented jukebox plays the rest of the time. 2517 Pennsylvania Ave.
Cafe Lautrec- Small, smoky jazz club featuring French cuisine. 2431 18th St. in Adams-Morgan. 202-265-6436.
The Wharf- Jazz, rhythm, and blues bands. Casual seafood restaurant. 119 King St. in Old Town Alexandria. 703-836-2834.
9:30 Club- Features big name and local bands playing alternative, punk, hip-hop, go-go, and reggae in a small, dark, and loud club with two bars. 930 F St., 202-393-0930.
The Bayou- Rock, blues, pop, and reggae club. Generally older crowd. Includes balcony level with tables and chairs, and two bars. 3135 K St., 202-333-2897.
15-Minute Club- Features dance and alternative music. live entertainment occasionally. 1030 15th St.
Arena Stage- Tony award winning. New plays and emerging playwrights are featured Sept.-June. Consists of three stages: the Arena, a theater-in-the-round; the Kreeger, a proscenium; and the Old Vat Room, a cabaret style space. 6th street & Maine Avenue SW. 202-488-3300.
John F. Kennedy for the Performing Arts- Features five concert, opera, drama, and cinema halls. Presents national and international artists. Is the home of the National Symphony Orchestra. 2700 F St. 202-467-4600.
Lisner Auditorium-Features concerts, recitals, opera, and ballet. 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800.
Opera House- Located in the Kennedy Center. Consists of three levels and a stage curtain of gold and red Japanese silk. Seven productions are performed in original languages, including English supertitles. 202-416-7800.
The Biograph-Foreign and American films, and film festivals. 2819 M St. In Georgetown. 202-333-2696.
Natinal Academy of Sciences- The Juilliard String Quartet and other groups perform here. 2101 Constitution Ave. NW. 202-334-2436 or 334-2000.
Shakespeare Theatre- Features four productions between September and May. They consist of Shakespeare plays and one other classical work.
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