9 Songwriter Series at Artisphere

Founded by local singer-songwriter Justin Trawick, The 9 Songwriter Series features performances by nine solo singer-songwriters who will perform in rotation, providing audiences with a rich, intimate and varied listening experience. On Friday, January 16 the show continues its tour at Artisphere in Rossyln from 8-11pm. Tickets are $12.

Friday's music lineup is:
Justin Trawick
Natalie York
Eli Staples
Dan Fisk
Paul Pfau
Ken Wenzel
Michael Mattice
Brittany Jean
Emily Henry

The show typically comprises of two sets; the first set features two solo pieces from each performer and the second set is similar to an encore set where the group plays one last time. Check out their Facebook event page for more information.

Comedy with Dave Coulier this weekend in Arlington

For those old enough to recognize his catch phrase "Cut. It. Out!", be sure to catch one of Dave Coulier's shows this weekend. The comedian who played Uncle Joey on the family friendly sitcom Full House in the 80s is in town for several comedy and magic shows Thursday through Saturday.

Thursday 7:30pm
"Comedy, Improv, & Illusion Variety Show" at
Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse
$25

Friday 7:30pm
"Clean Comedy Show" at

Clean Comedy Show

Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse
$30

Saturday 7:30pm
"An Arlington Drafthouse Event" at
Artisphere Spectrum Theatre
$30

Yuri's night space party at Artisphere tonight

Dance for the Dying

52 years ago last night was the anniversary of the first manned space flight by Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin. To celebrate, there are countless space themed parties and events all over the world every year.

Tonight, Saturday April 13, Artisphere in Rosslyn is holding a Yuri's Night party. The night includes live music by Dance for the Dying, a two part "The Search for Drinkbot" burlesque show and a costume contest.

The night lasts from 8pm with a moonbounce, art on display and bar and goes until 2am. Tickets are $30. I might go just for the "Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robot" tournament!

Live Music in Clarendon April 12

A summary of the live music offerings in the area tonight:

Iota local music night with Margot MacDonald, Star FK Radium, The Charm Offensive, James Ian, Yellowtieguy ,South Rail, and The Dreamscapes Project. $10 cover total.

Local band Crash Bang Boom playing at the Leukemia & Lymphoma fundraiser at Artisphere. Tickets are $85.

Free music at Arlington Cinema Drafthouse by Mike Mallick at 7:30pm followed by three stand up comedians (also free) at 10pm.

3AM (used to be call Full Effect) playing at Clarendon Grill. Cover of $5 or $10.

DJ Lil Fos at Clarendon Ballroom, $5 after 10pm.

Element K at RiRa, $5 for men and ladies are free.

The Monster Band plays at Whitlows, $5 cover after 10pm.

Leukemia & Lymphoma Fundraising Gala at Artisphere Friday

Tomorrow the Artisphere in Rossyln is having a black tie fundraising Gala for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. This April 12 from 7pm to 11pm, the LLS will celebrate those nominated for their Man and Woman Of the Year award who compete to raise money for blood cancer research in honor of local child survivors.

There will be d'oeuvres, cocktails, music, a silent auction, Miss DC 2009, music by Crash Boom Bang and an after-party. Tickets are still available for $85 here, along with a discount code of "nora2013" that may get you $30 off a ticket.