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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical October 27 & 29 Before she was Carole King, superstar—she was Carole King, teenage songwriter. Her music would become the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful: e Carole King Musical tells the Tony and Grammy Award–winning true story of King's remarkable rise to stardom from songwriting with husband Gerry Goffin to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in music history. This biographical musical features the beloved songs "One Fine Day," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," and "You've Got A Friend." Thursday, October 27; 7:30 pm; $99 Saturday, October 29; 2 pm; $104 N E W Anthony Bourdain's The Hunger Sunday, November 13 The Hunger serves a healthy helping of Bourdain's brutally honest reflections on diverse culture, street cuisine, and his global travels to unique locations. Bourdain's performance is followed by an open Q&A session. 7 pm; $79 N E W An Evening with Garrison Keillor Tuesday, November 15 One of the most prolific American storytellers of all time, Garrison Keillor is a writer and humorist best known for his popular live radio variety show, A Prairie Home Companion, which attracts more than 4 million listeners on more than 600 public radio stations each week. Keillor will share hilarious anecdotes about growing up in the American Midwest, fascinating tales about the people of Lake Wobegon, and the peculiarities and joys of "late-life fatherhood." With his unparalleled dry humor, he captivates audiences and entertains with his unique class, charisma and wisdom. Don't miss this opportunity to see America's storytelling legend. 7:30 pm; $59 Finding Neverland January 12 & 14 Finding Neverland is Broadway's new hit and the winner of broadway.com's Audience Choice Award for Favorite Musical. This breathtaking and innovative musical is packed with mesmerizing visuals, irresistible songs, and plenty of laughs. Finding Neverland tells the incredible story behind one of the world's most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys' enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. The magic of Barrie's classic tale springs to life in this heartwarming theatrical event. Vogue labels it "a must-see you'll remember for years to come!" Thursday, January 12; 7:30 pm; $77 Saturday, January 14; 2 pm; $100 SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2016 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 49 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net • wac.net/club-events