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Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Benefit for the Washington Peace Center
Veteran singer/songwriter and political activist Dave Lippman will perform a benefit concert for the Washington Peace Center. Accompanied by his alter ego George Shrub, the world's only known singing CIA agent, Lippman's show has delighted and terrified audiences throughout the free world. Current victims of his parody include the faith-based missile shield, Sport Futility Vehicles and, of course, Wal-Mart.
Lippman has been performing his brand of musical comedy (and serious political analysis) for more than 25 years. Some of his material is based on his visits to war zones in Central America and the Palestinian territories. His recent travels to Venezuela and New Orleans are highlighted in the multi-media piece "The Streams are Finding the River," which will be performed during the concert. Lippman's visit to Palestine and Israel resulted in "Star of Goliath," which covers history and present-day conflicts and options in songs and visuals. His most recent CD is "I Hate Wal-Mart."
Tickets are on a sliding scale of $5 to $20, with a suggested donation of $10.
When: Friday, May 5, at 7 p.m. Where: St. Stephen's and the Incarnation Church (16th and Newton Streets NW; Columbia Heights Metro) More info: 202/234-2000
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