Events in the District of Columbia, Nov. 6-12, 2014 Africa Umoja The South African dance and drum troupe performs its musical theater show, "The Spirit of Togetherness," featuring traditional costume, tribal dancing and songs of Africa. Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m. National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave. 202-628-6161. www.thenationaldc.com. $58.50-$88. Noah Gundersen The Seattle-based indie/folk singer performs songs from his latest album, "Ledges." Opening performance by singer-songwriter Owen Beverly. 7:30 p.m. The Hamilton, 600 14th St. NW. 202-787-1000. www.thehamiltondc.com. $15-$18. Pretty Yende The South African soprano makes her Washington debut in a recital with pianist Kamal Khan. Presented by Vocal Arts D.C. 7:30 p.m. Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. www.kennedy-center.org. $50. Tommy Davidson Best known for his impersonations and starring role in the show "In Living Color," the comic and actor hits the Improv stage. Thursday at 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 10:30 p.m., Sunday at 8 p.m. DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Ave. 202-296-7008. www.dcimprov.com. $20. "Absolutely! {Perhaps}" Constellation Theater Company presents this adaptation of Luigi Pirandello's farce that examines human perception and reality when a couple moves into a small Italian village full of nosy neighbors. Thursday and Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m. Closes Sunday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Source, 1835 14th St. NW. 202-204-7741. www.constellationtheatre.org. $20-$45. "Bad Jews" Three cousins at varying points of the religious spectrum fight over their grandfather's heirloom. Thursday, Friday and Wednesday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 and 7 p.m., through Dec. 21. Studio Theatre, 1501 14th St. NW. 202-332-3300. www.studiotheatre.org. $20-$68. Eric Hutchinson The D.C.-raised pop and rock singer, pianist and guitar player performs with opening acts Tristan Prettyman and Nick Howard. 8 p.m. Sixth and I Historic Synagogue, 600 I St. NW. 202-408-3100. www.sixthandi.org. In advance $25, day of show $28. Jonathan Butler The Grammy-nominated South African songwriter, guitarist and producer performs pop, R&B and smooth jazz originals. Thursday, Friday and Sunday at 8 and 10 p.m., Saturday at 10 p.m. Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW (rear). 202-337-4141. www.bluesalley.com. $48. Loose Ends The 1980s R&B/pop trio performs its hits, such as "Watching You" and "Hanging on a String (Contemplating)." Opening performance by DJ Zu. Howard Theatre, 620 T St. NW. 202-803-2899. www.thehowardtheatre.com. In advance $30, day of show $35. "La Bohème" The Washington National Opera presents a new production of Giacomo Puccini's four-act opera about struggling bohemians looking for love and success in 1840s Paris. Friday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Monday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., through Nov. 15. Kennedy Center, Opera House, 2700 F St. NW. www.kennedy-center.org. $25-$310. "Fuego Flamenco X" The world-premiere performance of Edwin Aparicio's dance troupe, Flamenco Aparicio Dance Company, featuring dancers, singers and guitarists performing traditional Spanish folk music and dance. Friday at 8 p.m. (with opening reception following show), Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Gala Hispanic Theatre, 3333 14th St. NW. 202-234-7174. www.galatheatre.org. Saturday and Sunday $35, seniors $26, students and military $20; Friday show and reception $45, couples $80. The Budos Band The group performs songs from its self-produced album, "Burnt Offering." Opening performance by "70s metal group Electric Citizen. Beatrice Rana The Italian pianist and silver medalist at the 2013 Van Cliburn competition performs works by Chopin, Bach, Prokofiev and Scriabin. 2 p.m. 202-785-9727. www.kennedy-center.org. $38. "The Complete History of Malta (More or Less) " More or Less Theatre presents this interactive theater show for age 7 and older that uses puppetry and comedy to teach the history of the Mediterranean island nation. Part of the Kids Euro Festival, which closes Sunday. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW. 202-862-9500. www.kidseurofestival.org. "Eugenic Minds" Composed of a documentary by Pavel Stingl, animations and paintings by Xenie Hoffmeisterova and literary artwork by Patrik Ourednik, this exhibition uses historical sources to look at humanity and the abuse of science and education. 6:30 p.m. Katzen Arts Center, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. www.mutualinspirations.org/events/encore-eugenic-minds. "Green Porno" Isabella Rossellini's one-woman show explores the mating processes of a menagerie of creatures. George Washington University, Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800. www.lisner.org. $30-$50. Lily and Madeleine The sisters will celebrate the recent release of their sophomore album, "Fumes," with a concert of folk and light rock music including hits such as "The Wolf Is Free." Opening act by cellist Shannon Hayden. 8:30 p.m. "Miss Navajo" The 2007 documentary examines the role of women and tradition in Dine (Navajo) culture through one girl's quest to attain the Miss Navajo Nation crown. Screening followed by discussion with the film's director, Billy Luther. 2-4 p.m. 202-633-4820. www.anacostia.si.edu. Free, reservations requested. Slave to the Rhythm A concert of old-school hits from R&B/soul group Tomorrow's Time Band and doo-wop group Soul on Point with special guests Elder Ronald Williams and Cara Callahan. Proceeds will benefit Str8-N-Up Productions, a nonprofit therapeutic/entertainment production company. 4:30 p.m. THEARC, Theater, 1901 Mississippi Ave. 202-550-3863. www.facebook.com/pages/Str8nup-Productions. $25. Sutra Dance Theatre of Malaysia Local dance company Kalanidhi Dance sponsors this performance of "Krishna, Love Re-Invented," an Odissi dance presenting one of the major Hindu gods, Krishna, as the ultimate embodiment of love. 202-467-4600. www.kennedy-center.org. $40. Suzanne Vega The folk singer-songer plays her original classics and new works. 202-408-3100. www.sixthandi.org. $35. Blue Highway The Grammy-nominated contemporary bluegrass group performs, with opening act by Dead Men's Hollow. For age 21 and older. Gypsy Sally's, 3401 K St. NW. 202-333-7700. www.gypsysallys.com. $15-$25. "Images of the Great War" Paintings and drawings from the Anne S.K. Brown Military Collection at the Brown University Library depict the first two years of World War I. Closes Sunday. Woodrow Wilson House, 2340 S St. NW. 202-387-4062. www.woodrowwilsonhouse.org. "Our War" Playwrights and famous Washingtonians reflect on the ongoing impact of the Civil War in this theater show. Closes Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Arena Stage, 1101 Sixth St. SW. 202-488-3300. www.arenastage.org. $40-$50. Usher: The UR Experience The R&B sensation tours with August Alsina and DJ Cassidy. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800-745-3000. www.verizoncenter.com. $42.50-$178. "Autumn Bonsai: The Colors of Nature" Bonsai trees in their peak fall colors are exhibited in the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum. Closes Monday. National Arboretum, 3501 New York Ave. 202-245-5898. www.usna.usda.gov. Concert for Valor A Veterans Day tribute concert by music superstars Bruce Springsteen, Rihanna, Carrie Underwood, Eminem and more, with tributes by Oprah Winfrey, Meryl Streep, Will Smith and others. 7-10 p.m. Capitol, near Fourth Street NW, between Madison and Jefferson drives NW. www.theconcertforvalor.com. "Little Dancer" Edgar Degas's sculpture "Little Dancer Aged Fourteen," on view at the National Gallery of Art, provided the inspiration for this ballet musical. 7:30 p.m., through Nov. 30. Kennedy Center, Eisenhower Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. www.kennedy-center.org. $45-$155. "Nasta'liq: The Genius of Persian Calligraphy" The focus of this exhibition is a calligraphic script that was developed in the 14th century in Iran. More than 20 works from 1400 to 1600 that highlight this script are on display. Through March 22. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, 1050 Independence Ave. 202-633-1000. www.asia.si.edu. Mint Condition The R&B group takes the stage with four nights of popular hits. 8 pm. Through Nov. 16. In advance $42.50, day of show $50. Compiled by Jillian S. Jarrett from staff reports