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CLUB Programs 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net Black Watch NEW FELA! You're INVITeD Thursday, April 25 Thursday, may 30 Hurtling from a poolroom in Fife to an armored wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews with former soldiers who served in Iraq. The play is fueled by a relentless energy that serves as a potent reminder of the severe physical and mental casualties of war. This production makes powerful and inventive use of movement, music and song to create a visceral, complex and urgent piece of theater. Black Watch has now played to more than 200,000 people across three continents and has garnered 22 awards. The New York Times raves: "They were every soldier; they were also irreducibly themselves. This exquisitely sustained double vision makes Black Watch one of the most richly human works of art to have emerged from this long-lived war." WAC seats are general admission. A spectacularly inspiring and triumphant tale of courage, passion and love, FELA! is based on the life of Fela Kuti, who created Afrobeat—a blend of jazz, funk and African rhythm and harmonies—and mixed sensual eclectic rhythms with simple but powerful lyrics that openly assailed Nigeria's corrupt and oppressive dictatorships. FELA! reveals Kuti's life as an artist and human rights activist and celebrates his pioneering music in what has been hailed as one of the most exciting, exhilarating, and vital stage experiences in recent memory. FELA! was the most critically acclaimed musical of the 2010 season and received three Tony Awards: best choreography, best costume design, and best sound design. With inspiring lyrics and captivating choreography, FELA! will leave you wanting more. 7:30 pm; $59 WAc Toastmasters February 5, 12, 19, 26 Effective verbal communication skills are essential to success. If you've tired of your original New Year's resolution and you're ready to add some variety to your routine, consider a visit to the WAC's Toastmasters club, which meets Tuesdays at 7 am. WAC Toastmasters is a fun way to hone your speaking skills in a supportive, entertaining and professional way. You will benefit from proven methods of organizing thoughts, articulating ideas, making powerful statements, and writing synopses. To request more information on becoming a member, contact membership representative Ray Jameson at Jameson.Hadley@gmail.com. TO ReSeRve fOR evenTS In THIS SeCTIOn, eMAIL clubProGrAmS@ WAc.NeT OR CALL 206.464.3060 7:30 pm; $56; noncancelable/nonrefundable W in t e r detox and cleanse AN INTENSIVE FOUR-WEEK NUTRITIONAL PROGRAM DESIGNED TO GIVE YOUR BODY WHAT IT NEEDS TO CLEAN HOUSE. Contact WAC Nutritionist Shana Hopkins at 206.839.4782 or shopkins@wac.net. Cost: $255, plus nutritional supplementation Can't commit to four weeks? Ask about the two-week option. FEBRuaRy 2013 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 41