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Today
ON STAGE: "Feed Me" The newest production at the District of Columbia Arts Center's black box theater is "Feed Me," Shaun Raviv's play chronicling a world in which war and plague have struck simultaneously. In it, two scientists seeking a cure for the plague test a tiger's blood for anything that might help. But when the scientists, as well as a soldier, find what they're looking for and more, their allegiance to humankind is tested. Matty Griffiths, former managing director of the Actors Theatre of Washington, directs the dark drama. $20; students, $15. (Go Friday, when it's pay-what-you-can.) Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m., matinees on various days through Nov. 11. 2438 18th St. NW. 800-838-3006 or get tickets at the door (cash only).
Tomorrow
THE SCENE: Howard Homecoming With Erykah Badu There are plenty of parties (Diddy, again?), sold-out fashion shows and comedy programs affiliated with HU's homecoming week, but how many with Erykah Badu? She hosts the '80s- and '90s-themed True School party (think DJs spinning Wu-Tang, Biggie, Tribe) at Liv Nightclub tomorrow night. Hint: Get there way early, because with thousands of people in town for homecoming, lines will be long. $25 in advance; prices at the door may climb. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. 2001 11th St. Get tickets at http:/
ON STAGE: "The Women of Brewster Place" Arena Stage's musical production of Gloria Naylor's novel follows 10 African American women as they manage their lives in a housing project in the 1970s. (If the story sounds familiar, it's probably because the book was made into a 1989 miniseries starring Oprah Winfrey.) $55-74, with discounts available, including $10 tickets for ages 30 and younger (call for details). Various times, tomorrow--Dec. 9. Kreeger Theater, 1101 Sixth St. SW. 202-488-3300.
CONCERT: Funk for Peace Popular (and large, with more than a dozen musicians) Afro-funk outfit Chopteeth headlines this showcase at the Rock & Roll Hotel to raise money for the local chapter of Iraq Veterans Against the War. Vets will be at the show to talk about their experiences in Iraq. $12. 8:30 p.m. 1353 H St. NE. 202-388-7625.
Maryland
Today
CLOSING: "The Wind That Shakes the Barley" Though Ken Loach's period film swept past more than a dozen competitors to snare the top prize at Cannes last year, it kind of snuck into the region, playing at a couple of art-house theaters this spring and this week at the AFI as part of the DC Labor FilmFest. The film, set in 1920s Ireland, captures the ragtag armies -- early IRA -- forming in response to Britain's brutal "black and tan" squads. Today is the last chance to catch it in Silver Spring. $6.75-$9.75. 4:30, 7, 9:25 p.m. today. AFI Silver Theatre, 8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. 301-495-6720.
ON STAGE: Bob Saget The "Full House" patriarch is likely to shake the kiddies at U-Md. of all their illusions about the world when he performs his completely surreal dirty material at the campus's Cole Field House tonight as part of the university's homecoming week. And he's on a pretty good bill, with "Scream" actor and former TV star Jamie Kennedy and insult comic/chronic roaster Jeff Ross. Get tickets at the door; $15-$35; U-Md. students, $5-$20. Doors open at 7 p.m. Cole Field House, College Park. 301-314-8498.
Saturday
FESTIVALS: Fine Arts, Spread Over Four Blocks The Bethesda Row Arts Festival, a juried crafts and fine arts fair, features 180 artists (specialties include ceramics, drawings, fabrics and graphics) who will set up in the streets, alongside music and food vendors. Some proceeds benefit NIH Children's Charities. Free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Woodmont and Bethesda avenues. 301-816-6958.
Northern Virginia
Today
ON STAGE: "Will You Know It's Me?" Natural Theatricals' latest production is a new musical, with hints of storytelling tradition, about a woman who is surprised late at night by a stranger who may be from medieval England. $22. Tuesdays and Thursdays-Sundays at 8 p.m., also Saturday and Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. Through Nov. 2. George Washington Masonic National Memorial, 101 Callahan Dr., Alexandria. 703-739-9338.
Saturday
FOR FAMILIES: Autumn Adventure in Reston Raise money for homeless services and catch a horse-drawn hayride, visit the ice-skating pavilion, participate in a costume parade and get your face painted, etc., during this activity-driven family festival at Reston Town Center on Saturday. Kids can even trick-or-treat at merchants in the area. $5 per child; $20 per family. Noon-4 p.m. 11900 Market St., Reston. For a schedule, visit http:/
