Should You Go?

Our quick guide to Post critics' takes on new plays, movies and restaurants in the area.

(By Marty Barrick -- The Washington Post)
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Friday, May 23, 2008

Movie

"A Man Named Pearl" chronicles a "rustic genius" who turns plants into art.

-- John Anderson Review, Page 25

Theater

Theater J's "David in Shadow and Light" is a "ponderous mishmash" that fails to shed much light.

-- Peter Marks Mini review, Page 40

Music

Chris Thiles's new band, the Punch Brothers, goes well beyond his bluegrass roots. They're at the Birchmere on Friday.

-- Geoffrey Himes CD review, Page 12

Restaurant

Woodbridge's Jangko proves to be a cheery pan-Asian eatery.

-- Eve Zibart Review, Page 17



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