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Man of La Mancha at The 5th Avenue October 7–30 One of the most epic and enduring musicals of all time, Man of La Mancha is a glorious affirmation of the resilient human spirit. A play-within-a-play inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote, Man of La Mancha tells the story of the "mad" knight Don Quixote as he awaits a hearing with the Spanish Inquisition. Quixote is—against all odds—a man who sees good and innocence in a world filled with darkness and despair. Featuring stirring classic songs, including "The Impossible Dream," this Tony Award–winning theatrical masterpiece blurs the line between dream and reality in a powerful celebration of the imagination. Previews: Friday, October 7; 8 pm Saturday, October 8; 8 pm Sunday, October 9; 1:30 pm Previews: $55 Regular performances: Thursday, October 20; 8 pm Friday, October 21; 8 pm Sunday, October 23; 1:30 pm Thursday, October 27; 8 pm Sunday, October 30; 1:30 pm Regular performances: $88– $108; other dates may be available upon request N E W Modern Manners for Modern Kids Saturday, November 5 Just in time for the holiday season, Modern Manners for Modern Kids comes to the Club to teach table and social manners. Jan Townsend of Clise Etiquette uses her experience as an etiquette consultant to teach young WAC members the importance of everyday politesse. Attendees will learn how to make and receive introductions, public etiquette, and meaningful courtesies. Finally, all will explore the traditional ways to set a table, handle silverware, eat difficult foods, and interact at a meal. Modern Manners for Modern Kids includes a two- hour class, a three-course lunch, and printed material for review at home. Class 1: 10 am–12 pm; $80 Class 2: 12:30–2:30 pm; $80 Cancel by October 24 N E W 17th Annual GingerMania Sunday, November 13 What better way to kick off the holiday season than with the WAC's 17th Annual GingerMania! Join us for a day of holiday cheer, candy canes galore, and GingerMania! You will be provided with a pre-constructed gingerbread house, an abundance of candy, a large pastry bag of icing, and a box to take your masterpiece home in. Members may reserve a maximum of four houses and a maximum of six people. Call now to reserve your spot before they are all sold out! 1–3 pm; $60 per house; cancel by November 1 IN THE KNOW N E W On the Half Shell with Taylor Shellfish Farms Tuesday, October 25 Come slurp oysters straight from the shell with the Pacific Northwest's oyster experts. Taylor Shellfish Farms will bring three different types of oysters for you to enjoy. 46 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2016 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net • wac.net/club-events