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March 15-17

 

Celebrate the Irish

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this Sunday at D.C.’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Kicking off at noon, the parade will wind down Constitution Avenue, snaking from 7th to 17th streets in the N.W. corridor. This year’s festivities, dubbed “Celebrating Service to the Stars and Stripes,” celebrate Admiral Mike Mullen, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Green shirt required — Irish heritage optional. March 17, www.dcstpatsparade.com

An Awe-worthy Performance

The Shakespeare Theatre Company, one of the most acclaimed troupes in the District, brings Eugene O’Neill’s "Hughie" to the stage. Richard Schiff, Emmy Award winner for his role in "The West Wing," embodies the main character, Erie Smith, who dreams of a grand lifestyle but counts on others to affirm his illusions. Through March 17, www.shakespearetheatre.org

Have A Chilling Experience

This weekend is your last chance to catch The Kennedy Center’s "Nordic Cool Festival 2013." Showcasing theatre, arts (and even cuisine), the festival celebrates Scandinavia's sizable impact on global culture and the arts. More than 750 artists from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Greenland are in on the event — via theater, dance, and music performances and arts exhibitions. Daily exhibits and performances start at 10 A.M. Ticket prices may vary depending on event. March 17, www.kennedy-center.org