Eric Althoff

Cupid’s Undie Run will raise money for children’s cancer in D.C. on Valentine’s Day

Hundreds of D.C. residents will gather Saturday to brrrr-ave the winter weather for Cupid's Undie Run, sponsored by Sock It To Me, one of 36 such bare-most-of-it runs taking place across the country for Valentine's Day. The run will raise awareness and money for neurofibromatosis (NF) research through the Children's Tumor Foundation (CTF).

February 12, 2016

The Cult, Ra Ra Riot, The Black Lillies to perform live in D.C.

Several great bands are coming to the District this spring in support of some rockin' new albums. Here are our picks for some shows you should check out and the discs you should hear from the live acts.

February 11, 2016

‘National Parks Adventure’ gives theatergoers an IMAX travelogue of America’s wild places

John Muir's love of America's wild places was legendary, as was Theodore Roosevelt's, who believed -- after meeting Muir -- strongly in saving the continent's treasures for future generations. The legacies of both men -- and the men and women who have fought for generations since on that mission -- can be seen in wondrous silver screen glory this Friday when "National Parks Adventure" begins screening in theaters nationwide.

February 10, 2016

Santa Barbara International Film Festival rolls out worldwide films

There's still so much more to see at Santa Barbara International Film Festival as the fest heads into its final stretch this week, and the festival programmers have done an especially adept job at selecting works that are about places and by filmmakers from far beyond the U.S. borders and across all genres.

February 9, 2016

Ukraine uprising against Russian oppression documented in ‘Winter on Fire’

Ukraine has had a tumultuous few years, with the invasion of the Crimea and internal struggles that reached their height in 2013-14, as students took to the streets in support of European integration and veering away from Soviet-style oppression. "Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom," from director Evgeny Afineevsky, documents the Ukrainian struggle to breathe freer air.

February 9, 2016

‘Equus’ at D.C.’s Constellation Theatre Company has Ross Destiche shine as Alan Strang

The District's Constellation Theatre Company has admirably staged one of the most wrenching plays of the 20th century, putting a new spin on the incomparable Peter Shaffer's tragic "Equus," which continues through Sunday at the troupe's home base in Northwest.

February 8, 2016

‘Monday at 11:01 a.m.’ was inspired by Stephen King’s writing

It's an idea that Stephen King would have been proud of, said Charles Agron, the star and writer of the new suspense thriller "Monday at 11:01 a.m.," now playing at the AMC Hoffman Center 22 in Alexandria, Virginia. "I'm a huge fan of making scary films, but I also like to kind of put layers to the story," Mr. Agron told The Washington Times of the new film, adding he was influenced by "The Twilight Zone" series of twisted tales.

February 8, 2016

Kathy Griffin says stand-up comedy remains a sexist industry

Kathy Griffin is afraid of offending no one. The comedian and actress has, purposely or otherwise, stepped on the toes of the Catholic Church, the Kardashians, Anderson Cooper, Donald Trump and just about everyone else in her stand-up routines. Miss Griffin will bring her caustic comedy to EagleBank Arena on the campus of George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, Thursday evening, but one stop on her current 80-city tour, which the performer has dubbed "Like a Boss."

February 7, 2016

‘Floyd Norman: An Animated Life’ brings Disney cartoonist’s work into limelight

"Floyd Norman: An Animated Life," from Erik Sharkey ("Drew: The Man Behind the Poster") and Michael Fiore, premiering at Santa Barbara International Film Festival this weekend, follows the legendary Disney animator, who was forced out of the Mouse House as he aged, only to be brought back into the bowels of the cartoon empire due to his seniority, having studied under the tutelage of Disney's old guard, but now finding himself as the "old-timer" in an industry that has largely turned away from hand-drawn animation in favor of pixels.

February 7, 2016

Santa Barbara Film Festival offers plethora of documentaries, searing drama

The 31st annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival kicks off this weekend in the glorious American Riviera, with awards, special guests, celebrity tributes to the likes of Sylvester Stallone and Johnny Depp and, of course, films galore. While it's impossible to see absolutely everything on offer (trust me, I've tried), here are some films to keep an eye out for that I've had a chance to take a look at. I'll be updating the coverage as the fest goes on.

February 4, 2016

New Jersey brewery Conclave Brewing brings craft beer to Hunterdon County

Located in an industrial park just off of Rt. 31 in Raritan Township, New Jersey, Conclave Brewing joins Ship Inn in Milford and yet another Flemington brewery on the way to add to Hunterdon County's beer culture. A weekend spot for beer aficionados, Conclave rotates out its taps, with some perennials available year-round.

February 3, 2016

Grizfolk to play new album ‘Waking up the Giants’ at Rock & Roll Hotel

L.A. electronic alternative band Grizfolk wake the slumbering titans on this disc for Virgin. And just in time for Valentines' Day, Grizfolk will be coming to the District's Rock & Roll Hotel Feb. 13 for an 8 p.m. show.

February 2, 2016

William Shatner brings one-man show ‘Shatner’s World: We Just Live in It’ to D.C.

He has gone where no man has gone before, chased down criminals in an unnamed city strangely resembling Los Angeles and fought off demons while speaking Esperanto. And a half-century into his Hollywood career, he still has the. Most. Recognizable. Cadence. In showbiz.

February 2, 2016

Chinese New Year celebrations coming to Washington’s Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center will be getting in on the celebrations for Chinese New Year this weekend, with dance performances, traditional Chinese arts and crafts and the debut of the Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra under maestro Muhai Tang in the Kennedy's Concert Hall.

February 1, 2016

Reel Big Fish trombonist Billy Kottage says he loves the lifestyle of a touring ska musician

Reel Big Fish, the California ska band famous for good-time lyrics and stage theatrics, will be performing at The Fillmore in Silver Springs, Maryland, Sunday evening, and trombonist Billy Kottage is amped up for the experience. "It's hard to not have at least a decent time to come to one of our shows," Mr. Kottage said. Audience members, he said, can expect "to be sweaty and...be prepared to have some beer thrown at you or get hit in the head with something. Some positives, some negatives."

January 31, 2016

David Bowie tribute band to play D.C.’s Howard Theatre

The District's iconic Howard Theatre will host the Stratosphere All-Stars Friday evening for a tribute to late English rock legend David Bowie, who died this month at age 69 after a battle with cancer.

January 28, 2016

‘Fifty Shades of Black’ star Marlon Wayans says the spoof genre is alive and well

It was bound to happen. After becoming a global phenomenon in book and film form, the erotic thrill machine "Fifty Shades of Grey" is getting the parody treatment thanks, of course, to the Wayans family. "We were going to do a parody book because the book was so hot. And then we saw the movie, and we thought, 'Oh, this has got to be a movie,'" said Marlon Wayans, who stars in "Fifty Shades of Black" and also co-wrote the film with Rick Alvarez.

January 27, 2016

James Hunter Six to release new album ‘Hold On!’

Cockney soulman James Hunter mixes sounds of both sides of the pond on "If That Doesn't Tell You" for Deftone. "If That Doesn't Tell You." On Feb. 23 Mr. Hunter and his band will perform at The Hamilton in the District.

January 21, 2016

Donnie Yen fights Mike Tyson in new film ‘Ip Man 3’

In the new film "Ip Man 3," star Donnie Yen goes mano-a-mano with boxing legend Mike Tyson, who portrays the gangster Frank. Mr. Yen said he watched every one of Mr. Tyson's pro fights to prepare for working with the former champ.

January 21, 2016

TRAVEL: Utah skiing at Deer Valley, Solitude offers Rocky Mountain adventures

Winter in Utah means skiing. And after a somewhat disappointing snowfall in the 2014-15 season, 2015-16 has thus far been off to a tremendous start thanks to ample El Nino-facilitated precipitation that has made the Rocky Mountains a paradise for the winter outdoors types. The Washington Times was recently invited on a three-day trip to the Salt Lake City-area resorts of Solitude and Deer Valley to enjoy some fun in the high-altitude sun, shred fresh powder and otherwise experience the magnificence of Park City and its surrounding alpine wintry wonderlands.

January 20, 2016