May 9th, 2009:
The Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) presents …
“As a courtroom drama, it’s thrilling. As social commentary, it’s unforgettable…maybe even life-changing.” — USA Today
The Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) presents Moises Kaufman’s Gross
Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde. Kaufman, known for his
treatment of the Matthew Shepard murder in The Laramie Project, has crafted a gripping, edge-of-your-seat legal thriller about the infamous trials of Wilde who was accused of committing “gross indecency” with other male persons. Using the actual transcripts of the trials; diaries, autobiographies, biographies, and letters of participants in the events; and modern biographies and analysis, Kaufman has created pulsating theater that moves beyond historic courtroom drama to modern social commentary in both humorous and heartfelt ways.
Now in its 75th Season, LTA is the oldest, continuously operating theater in the entire Washington Metropolitan area. Founded in 1934, the nomadic thespians performed at various venues including Gadsby’s Tavern and a blacksmith shop. In 1961, the group performed its first show in their own theater located at the corners of Wolfe and St. Asaph Streets. A virtual who’s who of Washington Society has attended the theater including several Presidents, and it boasts some very prestigious alumni including Marcia Gay Harden and Dermot Mulroney. With only 216 seats, LTA is a little theater, but it offers a big
experience.
The show is directed by Frank D. Shutts II and performs April 18
though May 9 with public performances on Wednesday through Saturday
evenings at 8 pm and Sunday matinees at 3 pm. Tickets are $18 – $15,
and reservations may be made online or by calling the box office at 703-683-0496.
Huntington Club in late spring
Here are a few pictures I recently snapped at the Huntington Club in Alexandria VA / Fairfax County just outside Old Town and the Beltway.
This is looking up-hill at the 3 BR’s and townhouses at the top of the community.
Here’s 2626. I currently have a great deal for rent there. A two-bedroom condo with all utilities included: walk to the metro for less than $1400. Contact us for more information about this condo for rent.
Most units at Huntington Club have a balcony. Some units have a patio.
The patios can be quite pleasant and the community is generally very barbecue-friendly.
The children’s play-ground is quite nice. The community has a basketball court for those who are interested.
The trees and flowers around the buildings are quite nice.
Huntington Club has many interesting architectural and landscaping details.
