Ryan Scott Oliver: Composer and lyricist performs Broadway tunes with Jay Armstrong Johnson and more. [6 p.m. Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW]
Mariinsky Ballet: The renowned Russian troupe performs Sergeyev’s “The Sleeping Beauty.” [7:30 p.m. Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW]
Saleem H. Ali: Author of “Treasures of the Earth” discusses need, greed and a sustainable future. [7:30 p.m. National Geographic, 1600 M St. NW]
Poetry at Noon: Poets Heddy Reid and Margaret Mackinnon read their love poems. [1 p.m. Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave. SE]
Religious Tradition of the Middle East: An interfaith panel discussion on cultural exchange. [6:30 p.m. National Museum of Natural History, Constitution Avenue and 10th Street NW]
Gala Flamenca: A dance performance by young flamenco artists. [8 p.m. Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st St. NW]
“Bright Star”: The romantic film about John Keats is screened with accompanying poetry readings. [12 p.m. Library of Congress, 10 First St. SE]
Underground scene
Chance McCoy & Allison Williams: The eclectic rock fiddle-banjo duo performs. [8 p.m. SOVA, 1359 H St. NE]
Trey Anastasio: Singer-guitarist performs with Classic TAB. [7 p.m. 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW]
Justin Trawick: Local folk rocker performs with Ted Garber. [8 p.m. Iota Club, 2832 Wilson Blvd., Arlington]
