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Musicals in Washington’s Historic National Theatre in 2020
The Last Ship
Friday, March 27—Sunday, April 5
$49—$154
THE LAST SHIP, inspired by Sting’s 1991 album “The Soul Cages” and his own childhood experiences, tells the story of a community in Tyne and Wear. Sting will star and perform the role at every performance. It features an original score with music and lyrics by Sting as well as a few of his best-loved songs: Island of Souls, All This Time and When We Dance. Learn more at TheLastShipMusical. com.
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Run time: Approximately 2 hours, 30 minutes.
The King’s Speech
Tuesday, Feb. 11 — Sunday, Feb. 16
$54 — $104
THE KING’S SPEECH is based on the true story of King George VI’s struggle with a speech problem and the friendship he formed with his doctor, Lionel Logue. With the Nazi threat coming and civil unrest at home, royal secrets explode around the King as he appeared onto the world stage.
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Run time: Approximately 2 hours, 50 minutes.
Blue Man Group
Friday, May 8 —Sunday, May 17
$64—$124
At BLUE MAN GROUP, you’ll rock, laugh, and party! As three blue men explore our world, together we’ll discover music, comedy and surprises at every turn. It is perfect for audiences of all ages and cultural backgrounds, and returns to D. C. with new music, fresh stories, custom instruments like never before.
Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Run time: Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes.
Summer: The Donna Summer Musical
Wednesday, July 22 —Sunday, Aug. 2
$54—$114
Donna Summer was a girl from Boston with a voice from heaven. With a score featuring more than 20 of Summer’s classic hits including Love to Love You Baby, Bad Girls and Hot Stuff, this electric experience is a moving tribute to the voice of a generation.
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Run time: Approximately 1 hour, 40 minutes.
【语篇概述】这是一篇应用文, 主题语境是人与社会。介绍了华盛顿历史悠久的国家剧院2020年音乐剧的演出安排情况。
21. In which musical can you enjoy the song All This Time?
A. The King’s Speech.
B. The Last Ship.
C. Blue Man Group.
D. Summer: The Donna Summer Musical.
【解析】选B。 细节理解题。根据The Last Ship部分中的It features an original score with music and lyrics by Sting as well as a few of his best-loved songs: Island of Souls, All This Time and When We Dance可知选B。
22. When is the musical The King’s Speech scheduled to open?
A. Tuesday, Feb. 11. B. Friday, March 27.
C. Sunday, May 17. D. Wednesday, July 22.
【解析】选A。 细节理解题。根据The King’s Speech介绍部分所给信息Tuesday, Feb. 11 — Sunday, Feb. 16可知选A。
23. What is the ticket price range of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical?
A. $49 — $154. B. $64 — $124.
C. $54— $104. D. $54 —$114.
【解析】选D。细节理解题。根据Summer: The Donna Summer Musical部分信息介绍可知选D。
