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"It's like trying to define life or something. You can never completely break it down. Otherwise we'd have computers writing novels."
The South Asian Literary and Theater Arts Festival is tomorrow at Baird Auditorium. Other guests include Tahmima Anam, V.V. Ganeshananthan and Naeem Murr. Also scheduled are film screenings of Richie Mehta's "Amal" and Sooni Taraporevala's "Little Zizou."
Free. Doors open at 10 a.m.; events begin at 10:15 and run through 5:30 p.m. ("Amal" is screened at 10:30 a.m., Suri and Anam's talk is at 1:15 p.m., and "Little Zizou" is at 3:15.) 10th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-633-2690. For a full schedule of the day, visit http:/
SAVE THE DATE
ON STAGE "86 Minutes to Ponder": Rick Maue and David London This show next Thursday at the Writer's Center in Bethesda is one we can't wait to share. It's two shows, actually: Maue's "Psychic Phenomena . . . and other lies" is a performance that will, if all goes well, skewer ideas of the paranormal by exposing its tricks; and London, the rising local magician who draws a largely 20-something crowd, will perform his "(insert title here)" -- that's the actual name -- a mix of his extended magic tricks drawing from his previous shows. We've seen London perform and loved his show for his knack for blending magic, surprise and dry wit. You might not think magic and illusion are up your alley, but trust us, this show is worth checking out. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Next Thursday at 8 p.m. 4508 Walsh St., Bethesda. Get tickets through http:/
THE SCENE Training Your Nose for Wine For us, most wines can easily be summed up as "oaky." And if it's a cheap zinfandel we're drinking, then it's "Arbor Misty, with a hint of oakiness." We are woefully inept. Alliance Francaise of Washington hosts a seminar next month on honing your senses so you never have to embarrass yourself when it comes to appreciating wine. Alexandre Martin, formerly of the Paris Wine Museum, will teach participants to sniff out the aromas (floral and vegetal are just a couple of the notes used to categorize wine) and actually name them, a crucial part of tasting. $45; Alliance members $35. Dec. 4, at 6:30 p.m. 2142 Wyoming Ave. NW. Reserve a spot at http:/
THE DISTRICT
Today
EXHIBIT "Fixation" This show, whose sponsors include Philippa Hughes's Pink Line Project and Ten Miles Square (run by DCist's Heather Goss), is sure to be a FotoWeek DC highlight. We're particularly looking forward to it because of its focus on the city -- and because the opening party tonight is at the undergroundish venue Fight Club. The exhibition features the work of nine photographers (including Chris Chen and Tracy Clayton) who showcase stories from the city in photo series. The Jones and DJ Anish perform at tonight's party. $10 suggested donation. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. 1250 Ninth St. NW (enter through Blagden Alley on N Street between Ninth and 10th). For details, visit http:/
CONCERT Quintron and Miss Pussycat This New Orleans act features bluesy, organ-driven ditties (generated by respected electronic musician Quintron) and cute/conceptual puppetry (performed by Miss Pussycat). After opening for the Black Lips in March, the cult faves return for a show tonight that seems just right for the venue: the gallery space Civilian Art Projects. Kid Congo Powers will open, and Ian Svenonius will spin. The show is all-ages (beer will be sold). $10. 10 p.m. 406 Seventh St. NW, third floor. 202-347-0022.
CONCERT Lost in the Trees, Pearl and the Beard Hit Dahlak Tonight at the Adams Morgan Eritrean joint, expect plenty of glockenspiel, cello and exposure to a handful of rising out-of-town bands. Highlights include Lost in the Trees, a Boston/Chapel Hill, N.C., indie outfit that blends cinema-style orchestrations and folk. Trees frontman Ari Picker's other band, the Never (it sounds somewhere between Bright Eyes and Weezer), is also on the bill, along with Brooklyn's Pearl and the Beard (why do we keep hearing shades of Gothic troubadour Will Oldham in this band?), Ugly Purple Sweater and Dancer vs. Politician (more glockenspiel!). $7. Tonight at 7. 1771 U St. NW. 202-332-2110.
Tomorrow
THE SCENE Slideluck Potshow Returns In time for FotoWeek comes this third installment of a bash that blends the kitschy fun of an old-school potluck dinner with a chance for artists to show slides of their work. Artists each bring slides for a show no more than five minutes long; to get in, you are required to bring homemade specialties or drinks for sharing (it's also BYOB). After everyone eats and gets settled, the slide show begins. Free but donations requested. 7 p.m. (slide show about 9:30 p.m.). FotoWeek Central space, 3336 M St. NW, second floor. For details, visit http:/
MARYLAND
Today
FOR FAMILIES Steppin' Up: Youth Step Teams Show Their Skills Local teams from Dance Place, Taratibu Youth Association and Joe's Movement Emporium are among those who break it down tonight in what Joe's is billing as its first step show. $7; students, $5. 7:30 p.m. Joe's Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Rd., Mount Rainier. 301-699-1819.
ON STAGE Paul F. Thompkins The veteran wisecracker has scored some high-visibility gigs in recent years, including being paid to dish attitude on "Real Time With Bill Maher," "Mr. Show" and currently, on "Best Week Ever." He visits the Montgomery Cinema & Drafthouse today, and Arlington tomorrow. $18. 9:45 p.m. Westfield Wheaton mall, 11006 Veirs Mill Rd., Wheaton. 301-949-9200 or get tickets at http:/
ON STAGE "Making Dances/Taking Chances" Catch the dance world's emerging talents tonight, as master's students from the University of Maryland dance department perform a breadth of work. $20; students, $7. 8 p.m. Dance Theater, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Route 193 and Stadium Drive, College Park. 301-405-2787 or http:/
Tomorrow
FILM "Euphoria" "For the past several years," writes Post film critic Ann Hornaday, "Baltimore artist Lee Boot has been obsessed with one question: What makes us happy? His film 'Euphoria' unpacks the answers from a neurological perspective, using performance, art installations and documentary footage to explain how the brain processes experience to create bliss. (Hint: Sugar, drugs and other mood-altering substances are fleeting. Meaning, purpose and self-expression are permanent.)" Boot and co-producer Stacy Arnold screen the movie tomorrow at Baltimore's Senator Theatre at 2 p.m.; earlier in the day, they will lead workshops at the Creative Alliance for artists and teachers interested in using "Euphoria's" principles in their own work. Workshops, $25 (members $20); walk-in, $40 (members $35). 10 a.m.-noon. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. 410-276-1651. "Euphoria" screening, $10. 2 p.m., Senator Theatre, 5904 York Rd., Baltimore. 410-435-8338.
NORTHERN VIRGINIA
Today
CONCERT Kirov Orchestra Tonight, the famed 18th-century Russian orchestra returns to George Mason with conductor Valery Gergiev and pianist Alexei Volodin in a program that includes Prokofiev's "Cinderella" Suite No. 3, Op. 109, and Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4. 8 p.m. George Mason University, Center for the Arts Concert Hall, 4400 University Dr., Fairfax. $30-$60. Tickets, 888-945-2468 or visit http:/
Tomorrow
FOR KIDS "A Classical Fool" It's the last weekend for this children's play at Classika Theatre in Shirlington. The pantomime piece follows the Fool, who must fight off other suitors to win the woman he loves. (Best for ages 4 and older.) The show is tomorrow and Sunday at 12:30 p.m. $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Classika Theater, 4041 Campbell Ave., Arlington. 800-494-8497 or http:/
