Arts & Entertainment
Feinstein returns with Gershwin show
‘Ambassador of great American songbook’ reveals personal stories working with Ira

Michael Feinstein (Photo courtesy of Washington Performing Arts Society)
Michael Feinstein performs his show “The Gershwins and Me” at the Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md) on Saturday night at 9 p.m.
The evening will celebrate the legacy of George and Ira Gershwin, and Feinstein will reveal personal stories about his six-year collaboration with Ira in his early career. Feinstein, who is openly gay, has been dubbed “ambassador of the great American songbook” and has received national recognition for his dedication to preserving and celebrating America’s popular music.
Tickets are $40-105. For more information, visit Strathmore.org.
Sports
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay
Games to take place next month in Italy
“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.
HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.
The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.
Bars & Parties
Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans
Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance
Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.
Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.
This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.
The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.
