If you're looking for live performances, mark your calendars: There's plenty to do in Washington this week, from stage shows to a jazz festival.
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'The Oresteia'
Ellen McLaughlin's adaptation of "The Oresteia," described as the greatest work by the Greek playwright Aeschylus, explores themes of violence, vengeance and justice.
When: Wednesday, May 8, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St. NW
Price: $35.50 - $46
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Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival
National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master Dee Dee Bridgewater hosts this year's Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival, with a tribute to pianist and composer Geri Allen on Friday, the first night of the festival. Performers include saxophonist Ravi Coltrane and tap dancer Maurice Chestnut.
When: Friday, May 10, 7 p.m.
Where: The Kennedy Center - Terrace Theater, 2700 F St., NW
Price: $30
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Lolita Snipes: 'Head Over Heels'
In this comical journey to find love, a beautiful young woman named Zoe falls for a smooth-talking bad boy who sweeps her off her feet, but her newfound love is only pretending to be the perfect mate. As the secrets unfold, her zany family takes matters into its own hands. The play, written by Lolita Snipes, is suitable for the whole family.
When: Friday, May 10, 8 p.m.
Where: Warner Theatre, 513 13th St., NorthW.
Price: $45.99
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'The Reluctant Dragon'
In this family-friendly production about an unlikely friendship, adapted from the book by Kenneth Grahame, a peace-and-poetry-loving dragon gets blamed for a village's bad luck.
When: Saturday, May 11, 11 a.m.
Where: Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St., NW
Price: $7.50
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