Come to Washington City Paper‘s music showcase—-featuring Laughing Man, Furniteur, and free beer—-at the American Art Museum tonight! [Arts Desk]

Local actress Rachel Manteuffel on braving onstage nudity for the first time—-how she prepared, practiced, and dealt with audience responses [Post]

Friends and family members remember Michelle “Chel’e P.” Perry, a well-loved singer and actress on the local go-go scene. [Arts Desk]

An interview with Dr. Ruth, veteran sex advice-giver, who speaks at the DCJCC tomorrow [DCist]

Listen to Joy Buttons‘ “Other,” a sludgy punk joint with pop sensibilities. [Bandwidth]

Older D.C. jazz musicians struggle to make ends meet without regular gigs. [Post]

Sherry Berg on playing a dog onstage for NextStop Theatre Company—-for the second time [D.C. Theatre Scene]