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 comedy storytelling to a Texas-style musical.
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Comedy Show: What's the Story Horse
Tonight: Join a night of comedic storytelling at James Hobson's Irish Restaurant. It's an open mic, of sorts, where comedians and audience members get up to tell a story, with the funniest yarn winning 50 bucks and half off their bar tab.
When: Monday, March 4, 8-11 p.m.
Where: James Hoban's Irish Restaurant, 1 Dupont Circle NW
Price: Free
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2019 District of Columbia Poetry Out Loud Finals
On Thursday, the Blind Whino arts and events space is the site for a night of competitive poetry reading. Eleven local high school students will compete in this state-level finals. The winner will have a chance to compete at the national competition, where the prize is $20,000.
When: Thursday, March 7, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Blind Whino SW Arts Club, 700 Delaware Ave. SW
Price: Free
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'Hands on a Hardbody'
Finally, this Saturday night, catch a musical based on a documentary that captured the lengths 10 down-on-their-luck Texans were willing to go to try to win a pickup truck to help better their lives. Phish's Trey Anastasio was among the musical's composers.
When: Saturday, March 9, 8 p.m.
Where: Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St. NW
Price: $20
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