If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Washington this week, from origami to comedy.
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Combining Origami Art & Product Design
First, the Embassy of Japan is presenting a special lecture to coincide with both its origami exhibition, entitled "Folding the Future: Theoretical Origami Devices," and World Origami Days, held each year from Oct. 24–Nov. 11.
Professors Larry Howell and David Morgan of Brigham Young University will show how the ancient art form is being used in product design applications from spacecraft to surgical instruments. The event is free, but your registration is required.
When: Friday, Nov. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan, 1150 18th St. NW, Suite 100.
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
WWI Centennial Concert
Also this week, the New Orchestra of Washington, Washington Master Chorale and Musica Viva NY will commemorate 100 years since the end of World War I with a co-commission from American composer Joseph Turrin.
The program also features works by Holst and Ravel, as well as a song by popular rock band Radiohead that honors Harry Patch, who was the last British survivor of the WWI trenches.
When: Saturday, Nov. 10, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW
Price: Free
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'Comedy Magic Society Presents' show
Or, save 30 percent off a night of magic at the Mayflower Hotel. Magician Peter Wood brings his show of impossible artifacts, skills and magic from Baltimore to D.C. for the first time. He will be joined onstage by mind reader Brian Curry.
When: Saturday, Nov. 10, 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave., NW
Price: $35
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