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If/en will leave you breathless. Thursday, November 5; 7:30 pm; $72–$77 Saturday, November 7; 2 pm; $81–$85 YOU'RE INVITED N E W Learn to Play Bridge Mondays, September 21–November 9 Learn to play the game of bridge with local expert Duane Herzig. In just eight weeks he will teach you all the basics of bridge, using humor to keep the lessons and the game fun. Herzig has been teaching beginning bridge for the past 18 years and is an American Contract Bridge League certified teacher and expert player. If you are an absolute beginner or have played in a previous lifetime and want to bring your game up to today's play, please join us. 5:45–7:45 pm; $85; cancel by September 10 TO RESERVE FOR EVENTS IN THIS SECTION, EMAIL CLUBPROGRAMS@WAC. NET OR CALL 206.464.3060 winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin, Annie includes such unforgettable songs as "It's the Hard Knock Life," "Easy Street," "I Don't Need Anything But You," plus the eternal anthem of optimism, "Tomorrow." Saturday, September 26; 2 pm; $76–$81 N E W Shaping Sound Thursday, October 29 Shaping Sound is an electrifying mash-up of dance styles and musical genres brought to life on stage by a dynamic company of contemporary dancers. Audiences of all ages will experience the exhilarating collaboration of these visual musicians whose explosive choreography, dynamic rhythm, speed, and physical strength give shape and form to sound. Created by Emmy Award– nominated choreographers Travis Wall, Nick Lazzarini, Teddy Forance, and Kyle Robinson, Shaping Sound has been designated as dance re-imagined. 7:30 pm; $59; noncancelable/nonrefundable N E W Riverdance Friday, October 30 The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand in this 20th anniversary tour. Drawing on Irish traditions, the combined talents of the performers propel Irish dancing and music into the present day in an innovative and exciting blend of dance, music and song. The Edinburgh Evening News says: "As for the flaws? Well, there simply aren't any. Here's to another 20 years!" 8 pm; $69 N E W If/Then November 5–7 The acclaimed Tony Award–winner Idina Menzel (Wicked, Rent, Frozen, Glee) hits the Paramount in this contemporary new musical. The story follows Elizabeth, a city planner who moves back to New York to restart her life, through two parallel paths that bring her to the intersection of choice and chance. The New York Post hails If/en as "fascinating, ambitious, and original." Enjoy unforgettable songs and a soul- stirring story from the Pulitzer Prize– and Tony Award–winning creators of Next to Normal. In a city of infinite possibilities, N E W WAC Toastmasters September 8, 15, 22, 29 Toastmaster's communication tools teach important basics that will help you in both your business and personal life. Most learned skills are improved with practice, and WAC Toastmasters Club is an excellent place to do that. The group meets weekly at 7 am to exercise the art of communication—listening and speaking—in a professional and supportive environment. You are invited to attend the first meeting of the fall/winter term on September 8. To attend as a guest or request more information on becoming a member, contact Toastmasters Membership Representative Richard Schenkar at richard_schenkar@juno.com. THE PERFECT BOOST FOR BUSY PROFESSIONALS. Activate strategic pressure points in your hands, feet and ears with acupuncture to: Increase energy | Restore Focus | Renew calm Includes essential oil scalp massage for the ultimate in relaxation. $60 For appointments: 206.839.4780 or wellness@wac.net. EXECUTIVE EXPRESS 30 minutes to Zen AUGUST 2015 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 49 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net