What to expect
A night at Black Cat
Choose Black Cat for an independent DC club bill rather than a theater-scale production. Programs can use different spaces and range from concerts to dance events, so check the listing for the room, age terms, doors, full lineup, and ticket status.
Nearby picks
Before or after the show
Food and neighborhood stops to pair with the show. Check travel time and current hours, and reserve where appropriate.
Quick bite
Ben's Chili Bowl ↗Long-running U Street counter for a casual meal before a nearby club show.
Restaurant
Service Bar ↗Cocktail bar with food south of U Street for a planned pre-show stop.
Restaurant
DCity Smokehouse ↗Barbecue restaurant near the Shaw and U Street area for a substantial earlier meal.
Attraction
African American Civil War Memorial ↗National Park Service memorial near U Street for a daylight visit.
Restaurant
Unconventional Diner ↗Modern diner near the convention center, a short trip from the U Street venues.
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