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A Searching Play

The Theater at Mason presents ‘The Life of Galileo.’

Under its new banner, Theater at Mason is presenting "The Life of Galileo" by Bertolt Brecht.

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Ready for Laughter

The Workhouse presents ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.’

Had a crummy day? Tired of losing at "Words with Friends" only to learn they cheat? Sometimes fall asleep in front of your TV? Then, head off to the Workhouse Arts Center to be tickled by "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee."

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Susan Makara Named 2012 Friends of the Torpedo Factory Artist of the Year

The Friends of the Torpedo Factory Art Center named Susan Makara, TFAA artist, as the 2012 Artist of the Year on Feb. 9. Laurie Fields was named runner-up.

Fine Arts for March 21 to 28

March 23 to May 6 "In Medusa's Company." Ceramic artist Judith Kornett's works at the Schlesinger Center Margaret W. & Joseph L. Fisher Gallery at the Alexandria Campus of Northern Virginia Community College. Opening Reception Saturday, March 31, from 3 – 5 p.m. with Artist’s Talk at 4 p.m.

Calendar for March 21

E-mail announcements to the Gazette, gazette@connectionnewspapers.com. Photos and artwork are encouraged. Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week's paper. Call Steve Hibbard at 703-778-9412 with questions.

Centre View Calendar -- March 21-28

To have community events listed in Centre View, e-mail to centreview@connectionnewspapers.com. Call Steve Hibbard at 703-778-9412.

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Does Music Make Children Smarter?

During Music In Our Schools Month, musicians raise awareness of impact of music education on lives of students.

Can playing the piano strengthen a child’s reading and math skills? Can joining a school band be a catalyst for building self-confidence? Does one develop strong analytical abilities by taking violin lessons? Some music experts say yes.

Fine Arts for March 21 to 28

March 24 - 25 Command-Shift-3. Artwork by Glen Kessler. Will present his latest body of artworks at The Yellow Barn Gallery in Glen Echo Park. The Gallery is open to the public from 12 - 5 p.m. daily. An Artist’s Reception, also open to the public, is scheduled for Saturday, March 24 from 5 - 9 p.m. Visit www.GlenKessler.com or contact Glen Kessler at GlenKessler@hotmail.com or 973-634-0526.

Potomac Calendar for March 21 to 28

To have community events listed free in The Potomac Almanac, send e-mail to almanac@connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week’s paper. Photos and artwork encouraged. Call 703-778-9412.

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'Brother Russia' Comes to Life at Signature Theater

Born in a remote Siberian village, he was raised impoverished and uneducated yet became powerful enough to infiltrate a Russian dynasty. Such was the journey of Grigori Rasputin, whose story is brought to life in the world premier musical of “Brother Russia,” now playing at Signature Theatre.

Orange Line Connection March 21 to 28

Saturday Nights at 11:01 11:01 Saturday Nights. Starts at 11:01 p.m. Late-night dance party. Tickets are $15/$12 students. At the Ballroom at Artisphere, 1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington. Call 703-228-1850.

Arlington Calendar for March 21 to 28

Know of something missing from our community entertainment Calendar? Send it to The Arlington Connection, e-mail it to arlington@connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is 2 p.m. the Thursday before publication. Call Steve Hibbard at 703-778-9412 with any questions. Photos are welcome.

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South Lakes Sophomore Wins Music Competition

Fedor Ouspensky, violin, wins First Prize in the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra’s Feuer Competition.

Fedor Ouspensky, violin, a sophomore at South Lakes High School (Reston), along with Michael Lewis, bass, a junior at West Potomac High School (Alexandria) and Cory Rivera, violin, an eighteen-year-old high school senior took the stage Saturday night at the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra's Masterworks concert to receive their awards and recognition as the three winners of the FSO’s 2012 Feuer Memorial String Competition.

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Celtic Arts Festival Features Music and More

Vienna Choral Society drew more than 500 guests to four hours of Celtic inspiration.

If the crowds were a indication – and they usually are – the premiere Celtic Arts Festival on March 17 hosted by the Vienna Choral Society [VCS] at Vienna Elementary School was a smash hit. Throughout the four-hour program on St. Patrick’s Day, more than 500 guests listened to music on two stages, ate Cornish pasties sold by The Pure Pasty Company, and browsed through vendors’ stalls.

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Cooper Orchestra Receives Superior Assessment Rating

The Cooper Middle School Symphonic Orchestra received a Superior (highest) rating at the District XII Elementary and Middle School Orchestra Assessment on March 10.