Now Playing: One Night Only
WHAT'S HERE: This page lists upcoming events that will be presented for a very limited number of performances (generally one or two shows only). There are two sections: Readings, workshops, and discussions are first; benefits, concerts and other performances are second. Want your event listed on nytheatre.com? Visit the Theatre Company Resource Center to learn how.
READINGS, WORKSHOPS & DISCUSSIONS
Wed, May 14 at 6:00PM: Join host Jonathan Ames for an evening of salon-style storytelling at New York’s most popular floating nightclub, The Moth. The evening will begin with drinks and mingling at 6 p.m. and on-stage storytelling will start at 7 p.m. The theme for these riveting raconteurs-including Tony Award-winning actors James Naughton and Joanna Gleason and NPR commentator Frank Deford-will be Chutzpah!: Stories of Movers and Shakers. Complimentary drink. At Museum of Jewish Heritage, 36 Battery Place. $25. (646) 437-4202. http://www.mjhnyc.org.
Thu, May 15 at 4:00PM: Israeli & Palestinian actors - Amir Babayoff & Maya Serhan with actor/director Richard Levine will do a Reading of Karen Sunde’s play, How His Bride Came to Abraham as they prepare to film it. At Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue. FREE.
Sat, May 17 at 10:00PM: The New York Musical Theatre Festival’s second-annual BROADWAY BATTLE OF THE BANDS competition -- an informal smackdown between bands comprised of Broadway and Off-Broadway actors, writers and musicians. At Zipper Factory. $20. 212-352-3101. http://www.nymf.org.
Mon, May 19 at 7:00PM: Project Shaw presents George Bernard Shaw's The Devil's Disciple a thrilling comedy that employs the unlikely backdrop of the American Revolution. At Players, 16 Gramercy Park South. $20. 212.352.3101.
Tue, May 20 at 8:00PM: Soho Rep Studio presents the first public reading of Jenny Schwartz's new play, "Somewhere Fun". At Soho Rep. FREE. http://www.sohorep.org.
Wed, May 21 at 8:00PM: Soho Rep Studio presents the first public reading of Jenny Schwartz's new play, "Somewhere Fun". At Soho Rep. FREE. http://www.sohorep.org.
Wed, May 21 at 8:00PM: BENEFIT: LAByrinth Theater Company in residence at The Public Theater, will present a special reading of Bitter Honey by Eric Bogosian, a benefit evening of under performed and never performed Bogosiana. At Public Theater. $25, $125. (212) 513-1012. http://www.LABtheater.org.
Thu, May 22 at 8:00PM: BENEFIT: LAByrinth Theater Company in residence at The Public Theater, will present a special reading of Bitter Honey by Eric Bogosian, a benefit evening of under performed and never performed Bogosiana. At Public Theater. $25, $125. (212) 513-1012. http://www.LABtheater.org.
Mon, Jun 2 at 7:00PM: TRU Voices New Plays Reading Series. American Whupass by Justin Warner. A faded football star, an energy kingpin, and a former wrestling champ duke it out for a Nevada Senate seat. At Players Theatre. FREE. 212/714-7628. RSVP to trunltd@aol.com.
Mon, Jun 9 at 7:00PM: TRU Voices New Plays Reading Series. Film Chinois by Damon Chua. In Beijing in 1947, at an uneasy time between WWII and the imminent Communist take over, an enigmatic woman known as Chinadoll challenges an idealistic CIA operative to face the truth. At Players Theatre. FREE. 212/714-7628. RSVP to trunltd@aol.com.
Mon, Jun 9 at 7:30PM: NEW CITY, NEW BLOOD READINGS: "Belle of The Ball Bearings" by Liz Barkan. What do a Shop girl, a Bike messenger, a Rabbi, Military man, an 8 year old, one Anarchist mom and a Grandmother have in common? Easy – Bicycles! Wine and Cheese. At Theater for the New City. $5. RSVP to literary@theaterforthenewcity.net.
Mon, Jun 9 at 8:00PM: Speaking of Shakespeare with Jeffrey Horowitz. Among other things, the Shakespeare Guild's John Andrews will talk with Mr. Horowitz about the spectacular new home that architects Frank Gehry and Hugh Hardy are designing for TFANA in Brooklyn. At National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park South. $30.
Mon, Jun 16 at 7:00PM: TRU Voices New Plays Reading Series. A Crooked Man by Richard Kalinoski. A callow young man comes to grips with his grandfather's notorious past and discovers unexpected compassion and love on the roof of the old man’s house. At Players Theatre. FREE. 212/714-7628. RSVP to trunltd@aol.com.
Mon, Jun 16 at 7:30PM: NEW CITY, NEW BLOOD READINGS: "People Like You" by Conor Ratliff. Two women devise a blackmail scheme. Wine and Cheese. At Theater for the New City. $5. RSVP to literary@theaterforthenewcity.net.
Mon, Jun 16 at 8:00PM: Blue Hill Troupe will present the concert premiere of a brand new version of Thespis, or The Gods Grown Old, Gilbert and Sullivan’s long-lost burlesque about a troupe of hapless actors who trade places with the world-weary gods. Thomas Z. Shepard has composed an entirely original score to Thespis, using Gilbert’s opening night libretto and retaining the two surviving tunes by Sullivan. At Teatro Heckscher of El Museo del Barrio, 1230 Fifth Avenue. $20. http://www.theatermania.com.
Wed, Jun 18 at 7:00PM: The Cathedral of St. John The Divine in support of Gay Pride 2009 presents “MATTHEW PASSION” A New Play (with music) by Phil Hall. Matthew Passion is the story of one man's journey to overcome his fear, and live his life in the fullness and beauty of who he was born to be. At Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue. FREE. http://www.matthewpassion.com.
Mon, Jun 23 at 7:00PM: Airmid Theatre Company presents a staged reading of QUID PRO QUO, or THE DAY OF DUPES by Catherine Gore. At Old Town Hall, 47 Main Street, Babylon, NY. FREE. 631-704-2888.
BENEFITS & ONE-NIGHT ONLY CONCERTS/PERFORMANCES
Wed, May 14 at 7:00PM: THE SCI FI SCREENING ROOM. Presented by: Kevin Maher. Guest host: Raven Snook. This Month's Film: The Apple. At Under St. Marks. $7. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Wed, May 14 at 8:00PM: Stolen Chair presents evening of short works inspired by ancient Greece, the American Revolution, and...Pirates! LOVE'S LABOURS NEED DIRECTIONS or VIRTUE IN VIRGINIA, "The Lunar Adventure of Dar and Matey", Estuary Pirates, Episode 2: Danger in 1/6 Gravity! At Milagro Theater. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Wed, May 14 at 8:00PM: PERFORMERS UNITING FOR AN HIV VACCINE. Glammy-award-winning Entertainer of the Year Peppermint and Stella, “the Queen of Vaccine,” and her D’oroettes (and A”doro”bles!) will again headline the fourth annual event to promote HIV Vaccine Awareness Day. At Therapy, 348 West 52nd Street. FREE.
Thu, May 15 at 7:00AM: Grab a beer, have a seat and prepare to be entertained. If you don't like what you see, then Gong it! Where else will a theater let you do that? Presented by Black Door theatre Company. At Under St. Marks. $10. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Thu, May 15 at 6:00PM: BENEFIT: SUPER SWEET 16 PARTY! Celebrating New Perspectives Theatre Company’s 16th Anniversary and their production of Romeo & Juliet for the public schools. At New Perspectives Theatre Company, 456 West 37th Street, Ground Floor. $25. 212-630-9945. RSVP to contact@newperspectivestheatre.org.
Thu, May 15 at 7:00PM: New York animator Scott Bateman presenting his work live, with a panel of top comedians playing pundit, McLaughlin Group-style. At Peoples Improv Theatre. (212) 563-7488.
Thu, May 15 at 8:00PM: Southern Gothic Novel -- a solo play. Warning: Audience prone to fits of hysterical laughter. At Stage Left Studio, 438 W. 37th St, Suite 5A. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Fri, May 16 at 8:00PM: Southern Gothic Novel -- a solo play. Warning: Audience prone to fits of hysterical laughter. At Stage Left Studio, 438 W. 37th St, Suite 5A. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Fri, May 16 at 8:00PM: In "Au Bon Panic!" Centralia (Kevin Scott, Jay Rhoderick and Matt Higgins) take on every taboo topic under the sun: consumerism, capitalism, politics, war... and CROISSANTS! At Peoples Improv Theatre.
Fri, May 16 at 8:00PM: The Bronx Opera presents W.A. Mozart's operetta, "The Impresario", and Ruggero Leoncavallo's "Pagliacci". At John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hofstra University, Hempstead, Long Island. 516-463-6644. http://www.bronxopera.org.
Fri, May 16 at 8:00PM: The Riverside Theatre Presents Thought-Provoking Theater in its New Series: Cultural Animators. H brings Shakespeare’s Henry IV, Part 1 & 2 into the 21st Century. The work examines the anatomy of power through a Hip Hop prism with a contemporary urban interpretation of the Bard’s chilling words on the divine right to rule and the deep ambiguities of power. At Riverside Church, 91 Claremont Avenue at 120th Street. $15. 212.870.6784. http://www.theriversidetheatre.org.
Fri, May 16 at 10:30PM: Hot Mama Burlesque -- An adult night of ecdysiast entertainment, the first ever all-moms burlesque revue features a slew of bodacious burly-Q breeders exploring motherhood through striptease and song. Created and hosted by Raven Snook. Patrons are also encouraged to help mothers in need by bringing lightly used baby and kids' clothes for donation to the Ellington shelter for homeless women and children. At Lafayette Street Theatre. $6, $12. http://www.telecharge.com.
Sat, May 17 at 2:00PM: Actors and Poets Group, Inc. presents Mark Twain's Chapters From My Autobiography is a narrative play created directly from the book of the same name by Mark Twain. with Jay Michael Rathbun, Jake Newell and Duane Mazey, directed by Andrew Marvel. At St. Veronica's Church, 149 Christopher Street. $10.
Sat, May 17 at 2:00PM: The Bronx Opera presents W.A. Mozart's operetta, The Impresario, and Ruggero Leoncavallo's Pagliacci. At John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hofstra University, Hempstead, Long Island.. 516-463-6644. http://www.bronxopera.org.
Sat, May 17 at 3:00PM: Red Silk Dancers: Silk and Swords -- Experience the joyous and colorful traditions of Chinese dance. This Family Matinee will be followed by an interactive workshop, in which children will learn the Chinese Ribbon Dance. At University Settlement, 184 Eldridge Street. $7. 212.453.4532.
Sat, May 17 at 5:30PM: The world premier series of The Dyke Division of Two-Headed Calf in ROOM FOR CREAM. A Live Lesbian Serial. At La MaMa. $8. (212) 475-7710. http://www.lamama.org.
Sat, May 17 at 7:30PM: Ethan Schlesser's It's All in Your Mind: The Fantastical Adventure of a Teenage Drama Queen. True tale of teenage experiences. At Kumble Thearter for the Performing Arts, 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn. $12. http://www.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=132719.
Sat, May 17 at 8:00PM: The Riverside Theatre Presents Thought-Provoking Theater in its New Series: Cultural Animators. H brings Shakespeare’s Henry IV, Part 1 & 2 into the 21st Century. The work examines the anatomy of power through a Hip Hop prism with a contemporary urban interpretation of the Bard’s chilling words on the divine right to rule and the deep ambiguities of power. At Riverside Church, 91 Claremont Avenue at 120th Street. $15. 212.870.6784. http://www.theriversidetheatre.org.
Sun, May 18 at 3:00PM: BENEFIT: Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS is proud to present a special performance of PAMELA'S FIRST MUSICAL, a new musical with music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by David Zippel, book by Wendy Wasserstein and directed by Graciela Daniele. At . $60 and up. http://www.BroadwayCares.org.
Sun, May 18 at 7:00PM: The acclaimed team of outstanding vocalist Capathia Jenkins and award-winning songwriter/performer Louis Rosen returns to Joe's Pub with their new, expanded band for four exciting concerts to celebrate the release of their latest CD, One Ounce of Truth: At Public Theater. $20. 212-967-7555. http://www.joespub.com.
Sun, May 18 at 7:00PM: DANCERS OVER 40 Celebrates a Wonderful Year, with an extra special Spring Fling. There will be wine, food and music, and some of the DO40 members will perform numbers from some of the past panels -- the ‘Women of Fosse’ (The Manson Trio from “Pippin”), the ‘Men of Fosse’ (George Marcy performing from “Damn Yankees”) and the ‘Dancers and Creative Talents of Gower Champion’ (Carol Channing (!) performing from “Hello, Dolly!”). At Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Studios, 405 West 55th Street. $15. 212-330-7016. http://www.dancersover40org.
Mon, May 19 at 6:00PM: BENEFIT: CONAN O’BRIEN TO PRESENT AT THE BARROW GROUP’S ANNUAL CELEBRITY DOODLES AUCTION. Nathan Lane, Edward Albee, Angela Lansbury, David Hyde Pierce, Tracy Morgan and Anne Hathaway, among many others have all contributed doodles. Other highly biddable items up for silent and live auction include: a cruise for 2, a Fendi baulotto handbag, a W Hotel stay, Broadway show tickets, multiple bodywork sessions, gym memberships and much, much more. All proceeds benefit The Barrow Group and helping them to continue to produce superior, award winning theatre. At Studio 450, 450 West 31 Street. $75. 212/760.2615. RSVP to rsvp@barrowgroup.org.
Mon, May 19 at 7:00PM: The acclaimed team of outstanding vocalist Capathia Jenkins and award-winning songwriter/performer Louis Rosen returns to Joe's Pub with their new, expanded band for four exciting concerts to celebrate the release of their latest CD, One Ounce of Truth: At Public Theater. $20. 212-967-7555. http://www.joespub.com.
Mon, May 19 at 7:30PM: BENEFIT: MAIEUTIC THEATRE WORKS (MTWorks) is pleased to announce their one-night only benefit event, UNDERWORLD: A Night with Broadway's Understudies. 2 drink minimum. Downstairs in the D-Lounge. At Daryl Roth Theatre. $30.. 212-352-3101. http://www.theatermania.com.
Mon, May 19 at 8:00PM: WASP COVE, A NEW LIVE SOAP OPERA WITHOUT ALL THE BUBBLES. Episode 101: The Past Begins Again. Written & Created by Rachel Shukert & Julie Klausner. At Comix, 353 W. 14th Street. $15, $20. http://comixny.com.
Mon, May 19 at 8:00PM: BENEFIT: Tony Award winner Mandy Patinkin returns to Broadway for one night only to benefit off-Broadway's Classic Stage Company. MANDY PATINKIN ON BROADWAY, with Paul Ford on piano, a solo tour de force concert. At Schoenfeld Theatre. $50 and up. 212-677-4210 X40.
Tue, May 20 at 8:00PM: Culture Project will present a special one-night-only performance of The Atheist, written by Ronan Noone, directed by Justin Waldman and starring Campbell Scott. At Culture Project. $51. 212-352-3101. http://www.cultureproject.org.
Wed, May 21 at 11:30AM: Fourth Arts Block (FAB), a coalition of cultural and community organizations, is kicking off more than $16 million in capital improvements to the East 4th Street Cultural District at a Groundbreaking Celebration. The Groundbreaking will be held outside La MaMa’s Annex building and will include a short program of presentations, performances and recognition of key supporters. Presenters include Ellen Stewart from La MaMa E.T.C., FAB’s Executive Director Tamara Greenfield, and playwright Paul Rudnick. Rod Rodgers Dance Company and Teatro IATI will perform short dance and theater excerpts. At La MaMa. FREE.
Wed, May 21 at 9:30PM: Hot Lather Presents: As the Diamond Burns. Hot Lather is an improvisational comedy group that creates an entire thirty minute soap opera based on a single audience suggestion. At Upright Citizens Brigade. 212-366-9176.
Wed, May 21 at 10:00PM: Revealed is a cutting-edge burlesque show with a twist. This unique and extra-sultry night of cabaret features the sexiest, most notorious burlesque performers in New York. At Under St. Marks. $20. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Fri, May 23 at 8:00PM: Hoofers’ House is an ongoing quarterly series in which some of the best of New York City’s rhythm tap community come together to share and showcase their work. Tap dancers of all ages are invited to take the floor for a jam session. At The Kitchen, 512 West 19th Street. FREE.
Fri, May 23 at 8:00PM: I WANT A PENIS: A ONE WOMAN SHOW. Sexual confession, gypsy temperment, juicy lust for life. Perfomed by Tjasa Ferme. At The Arch, 66 West 39th Street, 3rd floor. $15. 212 924 0718.
Fri, May 23 at 8:00PM: In "Au Bon Panic!" Centralia (Kevin Scott, Jay Rhoderick and Matt Higgins) take on every taboo topic under the sun: consumerism, capitalism, politics, war... and CROISSANTS! At Peoples Improv Theatre.
Fri, May 23 at 8:00PM: Terra Incognita Theater will present the Pebble-and-Cart Cycle, two short works exploring the theater of internal conflict. At Dixon Place. $12. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Sat, May 24 at 8:00PM: I WANT A PENIS: A ONE WOMAN SHOW. Sexual confession, gypsy temperment, juicy lust for life. Perfomed by Tjasa Ferme. At The Arch, 66 West 39th Street, 3rd floor. $15. 212 924 0718.
Sat, May 24 at 8:00PM: Sound of Emptiness Poetry, Music, and Dance Drama. Based on Hoichi the Earless by Lafcadio Hearn. Directed and Choreographed by Sachiyo Ito. 10th Year Anniversary Concert of Salon Series. At Tenri Cultural Institute, 43A West 13th Street. $20. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Sat, May 24 at 8:00PM: Terra Incognita Theater will present the Pebble-and-Cart Cycle, two short works exploring the theater of internal conflict. At Dixon Place. $12. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Sun, May 25 at 3:00PM: Sound of Emptiness Poetry, Music, and Dance Drama. Based on Hoichi the Earless by Lafcadio Hearn. Directed and Choreographed by Sachiyo Ito. 10th Year Anniversary Concert of Salon Series. Also at 8pm. At Tenri Cultural Institute, 43A West 13th Street. $20. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Mon, May 26 at 7:00PM: 8 WOMEN: A KARAOKE MURDER MYSTERY. At Jimmy's No. 43. RSVP to 8womenreservations@gmail.com.
Mon, May 26 at 7:00PM: The acclaimed team of outstanding vocalist Capathia Jenkins and award-winning songwriter/performer Louis Rosen returns to Joe's Pub with their new, expanded band for four exciting concerts to celebrate the release of their latest CD, One Ounce of Truth: At Public Theater. $20. 212-967-7555. http://www.joespub.com.
Wed, May 28 at 8:00PM: OUT OF MY MIND, the acclaimed one-person show written and performed by Nick Zimmerman. At Upright Citizens Brigade. $5. RSVP to info@ucbt.net.
Thu, May 29 at 6:30PM: BENEFIT: A Benefit and Birthday Party for The Combustibles. Food, Drinks, Performances, Music, Dancing! Set in a sparkling trash heap of a circus ring, jugglers toss water bottles in the air, trash bag balloons fly high, crooners sing songs made from "recycled" lyrics, and hobo clowns appear from the rubble to create treasure from yesterday's trash. At Gallery MC, 549 W. 52nd Street, 8th Floor. $15. 800-838-3006.
Thu, May 29 at 7:00PM: "Of the Moment", a Monthly Hootenanny of Humor - a variety show hosted by the "singin', strummin', jokin', actin', rhymin', philosophizin' duo" of Tim Ellis & Matthew Park. At Peoples Improv Theatre. $5-$8. 800-838-3006. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/27187.
Fri, May 30 at 8:00PM: Nu Millennium a New York based a capella group will debut in a new experimental Concert/Poem stage play entitled “Love Hangover.” Produced by Wabi Sabi Productions Inc. Written and Directed by Emmitt Thrower At Times Square Arts Center, 300 W 43rd St Room 411. $20-$30. 212 352-3101. http://www.theatermania.com.
Fri, May 30 at 8:00PM: The Riverside Theatre Presents Thought-Provoking Theater in its New Series: Cultural Animators. "Axes to the Roots" explores the lives and conditions of residents who live in homeless shelters. At Riverside Church, 91 Claremont Avenue at 120th Street. $15. 212.870.6784. http://www.theriversidetheatre.org.
Sat, May 31 at 3:00PM: Eule Dance and The Pan Asian Chamber Jazz Ensemble. Choreographer Caron Eule teams up with composer, jazz violinist and erhu player Meg Okura to present the premiere of The Crane Wife. This Family Matinee will be followed by a hands-on workshop in which children will retell the story of The Crane Wife using their own invented movements. At University Settlement, 184 Eldridge Street. $7. 212.453.4532.
Sat, May 31 at 7:30PM: BENEFIT: The Blessed Unrest Gala, 2008. A Dionysian celebration to support Blessed Unrest's unprecedented international collaboration with Teatri Oda of the newly independent Kosova. Come party with Blessed Unrest and our glamorous company of artists, enjoy mouthwatering food and drink, acquire fabulous auction items, and dance the night away. At The Interart Theatre, 500 West 52nd Street. $30. 212-631-8789. http://www.blessedunrest.org.
Sat, May 31 at 8:00PM: Nu Millennium a New York based a capella group will debut in a new experimental Concert/Poem stage play entitled “Love Hangover.” Produced by Wabi Sabi Productions Inc. Written and Directed by Emmitt Thrower At Times Square Arts Center, 300 W 43rd St Room 411. $20-$30. 212 352-3101. http://www.theatermania.com.
Sat, May 31 at 8:00PM: The Riverside Theatre Presents Thought-Provoking Theater in its New Series: Cultural Animators. "Axes to the Roots" explores the lives and conditions of residents who live in homeless shelters. At Riverside Church, 91 Claremont Avenue at 120th Street. $15. 212.870.6784. http://www.theriversidetheatre.org.
Sun, Jun 1 at 2:00PM: REVEREND BILLY – Hot and Holy Highline Revival with THE STOP SHOPPING GOSPEL CHOIR + THE NOT BUYING IT BAND. At Highline Ballroom, 431 West 16th Street. $12. 866-468-7619. http://www.ticketweb.com.
Sun, Jun 1 at 2:00PM: Actors and Poets Group, Inc. presents Mark Twain's Chapters From My Autobiography is a narrative play created directly from the book of the same name by Mark Twain. with Jay Michael Rathbun, Jake Newell and Duane Mazey, directed by Andrew Marvel. At St. Veronica's Church, 149 Christopher Street. $10.
Mon, Jun 2 at 8:00PM: Broadway Underground. Restoring the spirit of entertainment, BROADWAY UNDERGROUND floors audiences of every age with spontaneous and rhythmic comedy. $10 food/bererage minimum. At B.B. King Blues Club, 237 West 42nd Street. $25. 212-307-7171. http://www.ticketmaster.com.
Wed, Jun 4 at 8:00PM: The New York City Gay Men’s Chorus presents “Vibrate!” “For nearly three decades, The New York City Gay Men’s Chorus has heralded the launch of Gay Pride Month in this City,” says NYCGMC’s new Music Director Charles Beale. “It’s a time honored tradition. But this concert is not about looking back. It’s about the present, it’s about looking forward, and our program reflects this. The audience can expect a new sound and look for the 160 men taking to the stage of Haft Auditorium this June. Contemporary, multi-cultural, and as always, fabulous, NYCGMC will be putting out good vibrations to New York city this June. At F.I.T.’s Haft Auditorium, 27th Street & Seventh Avenue. $38-$63. http://www.nycgmc.org.
Thu, Jun 5 at 8:00PM: The New York City Gay Men’s Chorus presents “Vibrate!” “For nearly three decades, The New York City Gay Men’s Chorus has heralded the launch of Gay Pride Month in this City,” says NYCGMC’s new Music Director Charles Beale. “It’s a time honored tradition. But this concert is not about looking back. It’s about the present, it’s about looking forward, and our program reflects this. The audience can expect a new sound and look for the 160 men taking to the stage of Haft Auditorium this June. Contemporary, multi-cultural, and as always, fabulous, NYCGMC will be putting out good vibrations to New York city this June. At F.I.T.’s Haft Auditorium, 27th Street & Seventh Avenue. $38-$63. http://www.nycgmc.org.
Fri, Jun 6 at 9:30PM: ShowDown is David Parker and The Bang Group's new dance set to many of the songs featured in the score of Irving Berlin's music comedy classic, Annie Get Your Gun. Working with a series of beautiful recordings made by Judy Garland and Howard Keel for the 1949 MGM film version of the Broadway show (with Garland eventually replaced by Betty Hutton), ShowDown takes the songs out of their original narrative context and places them in a wholly contemporary, choreographic world. At Public Theater. $15, $20. 212-967-7555. http://www.joespub.com.
Sat, Jun 7 at 2:00PM: Tree Theatre will present the exciting children’s performance, Bob and Rob: The Case of The Missing Mummy. This interactive children’s tale takes the audience on a madcap journey through ancient and modern Egypt. At The Calhoun School’s Mary Lea Johnson Performing Arts Center, 433 West End Avenue. $5-$10. (212) 841-0312. http://www.treetheatre.com.
Sat, Jun 7 at 5:30PM: The world premier series of The Dyke Division of Two-Headed Calf in ROOM FOR CREAM. A Live Lesbian Serial. At La MaMa. $8. (212) 475-7710. http://www.lamama.org.
Sat, Jun 7 at 9:30PM: ShowDown is David Parker and The Bang Group's new dance set to many of the songs featured in the score of Irving Berlin's music comedy classic, Annie Get Your Gun. Working with a series of beautiful recordings made by Judy Garland and Howard Keel for the 1949 MGM film version of the Broadway show (with Garland eventually replaced by Betty Hutton), ShowDown takes the songs out of their original narrative context and places them in a wholly contemporary, choreographic world. At Public Theater. $15, $20. 212-967-7555. http://www.joespub.com.
Mon, Jun 9 at 8:00PM: KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler in “A Swell Party: RSVP Cole Porter”. This special musical evening event, commemorating Cole Porter’s birthday, also features Loren Schoenberg. At Town Hall. $40, $45. 212-307-4100. http://www.ticketmaster.com.
Sat, Jun 14 at 2:00PM: ARTICHOKE DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS U R HERE. A create your own performance adventure! See website for complete information. At JJ Byrne Park in Park Slope, Brooklyn (5th Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets). http://www.artichokedance.org.
Sun, Jun 15 at 2:00PM: ARTICHOKE DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS U R HERE. A create your own performance adventure! See website for complete information. At JJ Byrne Park in Park Slope, Brooklyn (5th Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets). http://www.artichokedance.org.
Mon, Jun 16 at 8:00PM: WASP COVE, A NEW LIVE SOAP OPERA WITHOUT ALL THE BUBBLES. Episode 102: Lights, Camera, Fashion! Written & Created by Rachel Shukert & Julie Klausner. At Comix, 353 W. 14th Street. $15, $20. http://comixny.com.
Mon, Jun 16 at 8:00PM: Broadway By The Year - Broadway Musicals of 1979. "Sarava", "Sweeney Todd", "I Remember Mama", "Evita", and more! Created, written, and hosted by Scott Siegel. At Town Hall. 212-307-4100. http://www.ticketmaster.com.
Sun, Jun 22 at 9:30PM: BENEFIT: BROADWAY BARES 18: WONDERLAND. PRODUCED BY AND BENEFITTING BROADWAY CARES/ EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS. Over 200 of Broadway’s hottest bodies traveling ‘through the looking glass’ to bring some of Wonderland’s classic characters to life on stage. And midnight. At Roseland Ballroom, 239 West 52nd Street. $55 and up. (212) 840-0770 x 268. http://www.BroadwayCares.org.
Mon, Jul 28 at 8:00PM: WASP COVE, A NEW LIVE SOAP OPERA WITHOUT ALL THE BUBBLES. Episode 103: Eenie, Meeny, Miny, Madness. Written & Created by Rachel Shukert & Julie Klausner. At Comix, 353 W. 14th Street. $15, $20. http://comixny.com.
Mon, Oct 27 at 7:00PM: BENEFIT: Rolex presents “ON BROADWAY! A Glittering Salute To The American Musical”- Career Transition For Dancers’, 23rd Anniversary Jubilee. At City Center. $45 & up.
