If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Washington this week, from a one-man show depicting a battle with homelessness and mental illness to a musical about a competition for a life-changing truck.
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'Queen of Basel'
First, the rich and powerful meet the marginalized in the close quarters of a hotel kitchen, amid the backdrop of Miami's weeklong art party known as Art Basel. Discounted tickets are now available for this new play by Hilary Bettis, a writer on hit TV show "The Americans."
When: Wednesday, March 6, 8 p.m.
Where: Studio Theatre's Milton Theatre, 1501 14th St. NW, Floor 2
Price: $52
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'Solas Nua - Silent'
Then, it's half-price ticket time at the Atlas Performing Arts Center. "Solas Nua - Silent" is a touching story of a man who once had it all, but is now homeless and struggling with mental illness. The one-man show is written and performed by the Lawrence Olivier Award-winner Irishman Pat Kinevane.
When: Thursday, March 7, 8 p.m.
Where: Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE
Price: $17.50
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'Hands on a Hardbody'
Finally, this humorous musical, with music from Phish's Trey Anastasio, is based on a documentary of the same name. It shows what 10 down-on-their-luck Texans would do for a chance to improve their lives by winning a brand new pickup truck. Tickets are now 45 percent off.
When: Saturday, March 9, 8 p.m.
Where: Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St., NW
Price: $32
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