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READINGS, WORKSHOPS & DISCUSSIONS
Sun, Nov 1 at 6:30PM: LABrynth Theatre Company continues its fall season with two annual festivals of free staged readings, the Barn Series and Live Nude Plays. Handball. Written by Seth Zvi Rosenfeld / Directed by Terry Kinney. A handball court on a hot summer day sets a handful of characters off into explosive drama. Old time neighborhood beefs, young love and real estate are the combustible elements at hand as nine characters find their way through the changing labyrinthine landscape of a neighborhood in NYC. At Public Theater. FREE.
Sun, Nov 1 at 9:00PM: LABrynth Theatre Company continues its fall season with two annual festivals of free staged readings, the Barn Series and Live Nude Plays. Girl in Window. Written by Florencia Lozano / Directed by Pedro Pascal. love does not just stink, it sucks a**, and the people who help you get out from under the wreckage when your heart is busted open. At Public Theater. FREE.
Mon, Nov 2 at 2:00PM: Adam LeFevre and Luke Marcus Rosen join the cast of Better Lucky Than Smart, the staged reading of a new play by Jonathan Kravetz. Also at 7pm. At Theatre Row Studio. FREE.
Mon, Nov 2 at 6:30PM: LABrynth Theatre Company continues its fall season with two annual festivals of free staged readings, the Barn Series and Live Nude Plays. The Halal Brothers. Written by Alladin Ullah / Director Liesl Tommy. When Two Bengali brothers- one unable to tell his sibling about his black girlfriend at city college and the other desperate to succeed in order to provide for family back home, try to keep afloat during the turbulent day of Malcolm X assasination. At Public Theater. FREE.
Mon, Nov 2 at 7:00PM: MCC Playlab Series: 7 Ways to Mourn the Dead. By Matthew Stephen Smith. Directed by Esther Neff. With Leslie Ayvasian, Louis Cancelmi, Sasha Higgins, Marin Ireland, Chelsea OConnor, Larry Pine, Matthew Rauch and Michael Urie. In this darkly funny retelling of the fall of Troy, the royal House of Priam simmers and stews, bored to tears by a twelve-day break in the war. The mute prophetess Cassandra knows of the looming terror, but the rest of the family would rather fill its time with parties, fights and illicit sex. Is it better not to know your fate? How do you distract yourself once you do? At Baruch Performing Arts Center. FREE. RSVP to literary@mcctheater.org.
Mon, Nov 2 at 7:00PM: kef theatrical productions will present a staged reading of THE INTERLOPERS by Gary Lennon, directed by Adam Fitzgerald. At Clurman Theatre. FREE. RSVP to matthew@kefproductions.com.
Mon, Nov 2 at 7:00PM: The Art of Casting: Writer/Director Bart Freundlich (TRUST THE MAN, THE MYTH OF FINGERPRINTS) and Obie Award-winning Playwright/Director Adam Rapp (whose play THE METAL CHILDREN will receive a World-Premiere production at the Vineyard) will join Vineyard Theatre Artistic Director and Hollywood Casting Director Douglas Aibel for the second VINEYARD VOICES. At Vineyard Theatre. $20. 212-353-0303.
Mon, Nov 2 at 7:30PM: PENELOPE - book by Ellen McLaughlin music by Sarah Kirkland Snider performed by ELLEN MCLAUGHLIN. Based on Homers Odyssey, this new music- theater piece explores the trauma of war through the journey of one woman into the lost memory of her husband. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Nov 2 at 9:30PM: LABrynth Theatre Company continues its fall season with two annual festivals of free staged readings, the Barn Series and Live Nude Plays. The Talk. Written by Frank Pugliese / Directed by Fisher Stevens. Four brothers come home for funeral of their mother, to find a past they never knew of, and the words to comprehend it. At Public Theater. FREE.
Tue, Nov 3 at 6:30PM: LABrynth Theatre Company continues its fall season with two annual festivals of free staged readings, the Barn Series and Live Nude Plays. Neurotica. Written by David Deblinger / Directed by Padraic Lillis. Neurotica is about how someone we find so f*cking sexy and hot can also bring up sh*t about loneliness and rage and fear that can tempt fate with death ... or just the opposite. At Public Theater. FREE.
Tue, Nov 3 at 9:00PM: LABrynth Theatre Company continues its fall season with two annual festivals of free staged readings, the Barn Series and Live Nude Plays. Frequently Unasked Questions. Written by Daphne Rubin-Vega / Directed by John Gould Rubin. Its a play! And a concert! The life and music of DRV are completely intertwined. In FUQ, she explores the life of her mother who immigrated from Panama and the resulting consequences of her choices. At Public Theater. FREE.
Thu, Nov 5 at 7:00PM: The Cathedral of St. John the Divine, in association with the Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival, is pleased to present an evening of poetry, theater and reminiscences in honor of the induction of Tennessee Williams into the Cathedrals Poets Corner. Theatre luminaries, friends of Mr. Williams and people who were inspired by his life work, will take part in the historic celebration. Participants include Eli Wallach & Anne Jackson, Vanessa Redgrave, Marian Seldes, John Guare, Olympia Dukakis, John Patrick Shanley, Gregory Mosher, Sylvia Miles, William Jay Smith, Lenya Rideout, Jeremy Lawrence, Wyatt Prunty, David Kaplan, Thomas Keith, Mitch Douglas, and current Cathedral Poet-in-Residence Charles F. Martin. It is expected that additional friends and colleagues of Mr. Williams will also be taking part in the evening. At The Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, 112 St. & Amsterdam Avenue.
Sat, Nov 7 at 3:00PM: The Elevator Reading Series Festival: “The Impact Of Change” will showcase three plays written by emerging playwrights. 3:00PM: Cassius Sargents Chicken Bones by: Asher Wyndh directed by: Martin Damien Wilkins. 4:45PM: Breathless by: Stacy Osei-Kuffour directed by: Maya Sharpe. 6:30PM: sistahs by: Harrison David Rivers directed by: David Mendizabal. At Space On White, 81 White St.. $12.
Sun, Nov 8 at 2:30PM: Eli Wallach, Sherie Rene Scott, Sandy Faison join moderator, Tom Stewart to talk about their training at the Neighborhood Playhouse and the role it played in their careers. At The Neighborhood Playhouse, 340 E. 54th St.. $15. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Sun, Nov 8 at 6:00PM: Winter Cruise by Joe Godfrey. Andrew and Kevin, long time partners, have recently split acrimoniously. Feeling the need for a vacation, they have each booked themselves, with new younger companions, on a "gay cruise." Unbeknownst to either one, they find themselves on the same sold-out ship...in adjoining cabins. Rough seas ahead? The forecast looks stormy. At Ripley Greir Studios, 520 Eighth Avenue. FREE.
Mon, Nov 9 at 7:00PM: MCC Playlab Series: Sleeping Rough. By Kara Manning. Directed by Wendy McClellan. With Aya Cash, Margaret Colin and Michael Countryman. Unable to forgive her country for a grievous trespass, Joanna makes a desperate trip to London, graffitiing her grief all over the city and ignoring the pleas of her British ex-husband and bee-obsessed daughter to go home. In this prickly, compelling play, a shattered family tries to recover from loss and long-ago regrets...if they can even find each other to begin. At Baruch Performing Arts Center. FREE. RSVP to literary@mcctheater.org.
Mon, Nov 9 at 7:00PM: Shakespeare Society presents Marlowe vs. Shakespeare: Rivalry, Imitation, and Influence, featuring John Douglas Thompson, Matthew Rauch, and Professor James Shapiro. In association with Red Bull Theatre Co. At Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (East 68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues). $25. (212) 772-4448.
Mon, Nov 9 at 7:30PM: Unfinished by Matthew Sheridan. Bouncing between past and present, unfolding like a mystery, Unfinished starts with the accidental reunion of friends – one gay, one straight – who have not seen each other since college. The pleasant “catching up” rapidly avalanches into complicated confrontations with their past and with each other. At Dramatists Guild, 1501 Broadway, 7th floor. FREE. RSVP to msheridan_us@yahoo.com.
Mon, Nov 9 at 8:00PM: Josh Young and Laura Pietropinto will present the second installment of Cutting-Edge Composers: A New Generation of Musical Theater Songwriters featuring Daphne Rubin-Vega, Tituss Burgess, Caissie Levy, Jeremy Kushnier and others. At The Canal Room, 285 West Broadway. $20. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Tue, Nov 10 at 7:00PM: What happens when a socially anorexic, fast-food loving philosopher yearns to uncover the true meaning of his daily visits to Wendys restaurant? Comment cards take on new life in this staged reading of a new musical adaptation of Letters to Wendy’s, Joe Wenderoth’s work of epistolary fiction. This new adaptation by H. Wayne Williams, is a Sponsored Project of The New York Foundation for the Arts. At Turtle Shell Theater. FREE. RSVP to rsvp@letterstowendys.com.
Thu, Nov 12 at 7:00PM: What happens when a socially anorexic, fast-food loving philosopher yearns to uncover the true meaning of his daily visits to Wendys restaurant? Comment cards take on new life in this staged reading of a new musical adaptation of Letters to Wendy’s, Joe Wenderoth’s work of epistolary fiction. This new adaptation by H. Wayne Williams, is a Sponsored Project of The New York Foundation for the Arts. At Turtle Shell Theater. FREE. RSVP to rsvp@letterstowendys.com.
Mon, Nov 16 at 6:00PM: Id Theatre reading series - Knuckleheads by James McLindon. A single mother deployed overseas. Her little girl left with a less-than-willing aunt. A cantankerous Irish fairy who may or may not have escaped from a favorite storybook. Has he come to keep the lonely girl company … or steal her soul? 1 drink minimum. At Seventh Street Small Stage. FREE.
Mon, Nov 16 at 7:30PM: "The Good Men Project: Reading and Discussion with Julio Medina and James Houghton". At The Tank. FREE.
Wed, Nov 18 at 7:30PM: Performing Revolution in Central and Eastern Europe festival - The Velvet Weapon by Deborah Brevoort. A concert reading of The Velvet Weapon, an original backstage farce written by Deborah Brevoort and directed by George Ferencz. Inspired by interviews Brevoort and her colleague Pavel Dobruský conducted in the Czech and Slovak Republics with 43 ringleaders of the Velvet Revolution, The Velvet Weapon is a humorous examination of democracy At La MaMa. FREE. http://www.lamama.org.
Fri, Nov 20 at 4:00PM: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead represents the first collaboration between the Mark Morris Dance Group and American Opera Projects. Adapted and composed by Herschel Garfein, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead is based on the 1967 Tony Award-winning play that retells the story of Hamlet from the point-of-view of two minor characters in the Shakespeare play. Allowed only a highly restricted view of the tumultuous events of Hamlet unfolding around them, and deceived by nearly everyone, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern play games to pass the time and tirelessly devise strategies to make sense of their place in the grander scheme.- a public workshop of scenes. At Mark Morris Dance Center, 3 Lafayette Ave. in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. http:// www.operaprojects.org/rgdead.com.
Sat, Nov 21 at 10:00AM: "ActorCrafts" is New York City ONLY fine art and craft fair featuring - for sale to the general public -- the homemade works of professionals from Broadways vast and talented theatre community, including actors, musicians, dancers, stage managers, stagehands, wardrobe personnel, et. al., a surprising number of whom spend their spare time with hobbies that include painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry-making, wearable art, doll-making, pottery, etc. At Holy Cross School, 332 West 43 Street. FREE.
Sat, Nov 21 at 4:00PM: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead represents the first collaboration between the Mark Morris Dance Group and American Opera Projects. Adapted and composed by Herschel Garfein, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead is based on the 1967 Tony Award-winning play that retells the story of Hamlet from the point-of-view of two minor characters in the Shakespeare play. Allowed only a highly restricted view of the tumultuous events of Hamlet unfolding around them, and deceived by nearly everyone, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern play games to pass the time and tirelessly devise strategies to make sense of their place in the grander scheme.- a public workshop of scenes. At Mark Morris Dance Center, 3 Lafayette Ave. in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. http:// www.operaprojects.org/rgdead.com.
Mon, Nov 23 at 6:00PM: Performing Revolution in Central and Eastern Europe Festival - Saviana Stanescu - NY Thru an Immigrant I or (r)evolution (Flagstories and other personal histories). Playwright Saviana Stanescu participated in the Romanian revolution as a college student in 1989. In this auto-biographical performative lecture, she explores both her youth in Romania and immigrant experience in New York through the lens of a personal dichotomy between East and West and an ongoing negotiation between the old and new set of values. At The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, 111 Amsterdam Avenue. FREE.
Mon, Nov 30 at 7:30PM: THE PRETENDERS by Henrik Ibsen. The corrupting force of political power is rendered with jaw-dropping psychological detail in this rarely performed thriller. Directed by Craig Bald At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Dec 7 at 7:00PM: PANEL DISCUSSIONS FEATURING THEATER PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATED WITH VINEYARD THEATRE: NICKY SILVER AND HIS LEADING LADIES -- an evening featuring playwright Nicky Silver. Leading ladies joining Mr. Silver will be announced at a later date. At Vineyard Theatre. $20. 212-353-0303. http://www.vineyardtheatre.org.
Mon, Dec 14 at 7:30PM: BÉRÉNICE by Jean Racine translated by Neil Bartlett. A tragic tale of true love, this pinnacle of French drama examines what real love is, even as that love cannot survive. Directed by Joseph Hardy - Featuring Kathryn Meisle, Matthew Rauch, and Marc Vietor. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Dec 28 at 7:30PM: A WOMAN KILLED WITH KINDNESS by Thomas Heywood. Chronicling the fall of a pure wife and the fate of a young virgin, this domestic tragedy dissects the nature of revenge. Directed by Kay Matschullat- Featuring Michael Emerson and Carrie Preston. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Jan 11 at 7:30PM: THE DUKE OF MILAN by Philip Massinger. Pathos and satire mix it up in this Jacobean treasure about honor, revenge, and loving neither well nor wisely. Directed by Damon Krome At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Wed, Jan 13 at 8:00PM: The Shakespeare Guild presents Judith Martin and her daughter Jacobina, and the two will talk about Miss Manners Guide to a Surprisingly Dignified Wedding. Among other things, their conversation with the GUILDs John Andrews will touch on what goes right and wrong in the nuptial ceremonies that occur in the plays of Shakespeare. At National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park South. $30. 505 988 9560. http://www.shakesguild.org.
Mon, Jan 25 at 7:30PM: CALIGULA by Albert Camus. “I am going to give this new century the gift of meaninglessness." – Experience the reign of Caligula through existentialist eyes. Directed by Marc Vietor. Featuring Michael Urie. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Feb 8 at 7:30PM: BURNING, BURNING, BURNING, BURNING by David Bar Katz. Poland. 1666. A prophet throws his village into chaos infusing the people with messianic zeal to hasten the End of Days. Directed by Sarah Benson. Featuring Eric Bogosian and Michael Stuhlbarg. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Mar 15 at 7:30PM: THE STEWARD OF THE DUCHESS OF AMALFI by Lope de Vega. A lyrical, haunting tragedy of tortured desire, class conflict and revenge - written a few years after Websters version. newly translated by Álvaro Mendoza. Directed by Michael John Garcés. Featuring Alfredo Narciso and Zabryna Guevera. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Mar 22 at 7:30PM: BRECHT’S DUCHESS OF MALFI Adapted by Bertolt Brecht and W.H. Auden. Brechts version of Websters masterpiece for a 1946 Broadway production intensifies the original’s dark undercurrents. Directed by Ian Strasfogel. Featuring Francesca Faridany. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, May 17 at 7:30PM: TIS PITY SHES A WHORE By John Ford. The classic Jacobean tale – John Ford turns Romeo & Juliet into siblings, and all manner of madness ensues. Directed by Anne Kaufmann. Featuring Peter Francis James. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, May 24 at 7:30PM: GILGAMESH, THE PRINCE By David Rabe-World Premiere. Linguistic leaps abound in this hilarious version of the legendary epic Gilgamesh – PART ONE – in which the Queen, his mother, cannot find him. Directed by Leigh Silverman. Featuring Michael Stuhlbarg. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
Mon, Jun 14 at 7:30PM: LOVE FOR LOVE By William Congreve. With racy and outrageous sexual games and satire, this masterpiece of Restoration Comedy is full of disguises, deceptions, and delights. Directed by Davis McCallum. At Theatre at St. Clement, 423 West 46th Street. $30. 212.352.3101. http://www.redbulltheater.com.
BENEFITS & ONE-NIGHT ONLY CONCERTS/PERFORMANCES
Sun, Nov 1 at 1:00PM: REVEREND BILLY and THE LIFE AFTER SHOPPING GOSPEL CHOIR - Now that America has slowed its Consumerism considerably, the rampaging church has changed its name to The Church of Life After Shopping. At Highline Ballroom, 431 West 16th Street. $12. 866-468-7619. http://www.ticketweb.com.
Sun, Nov 1 at 4:00PM: Meg Flather in "Home Shopping Diva, songs of love, loss & lipstick". “Home Shopping Diva, songs of love, loss, & lipstick” is inspired by her second career as a popular cosmetics salesperson on domestic and international home shopping TV channels. 2 drink minimum. At Metropolitan Room. $15. 212-206-0440.
Sun, Nov 1 at 4:00PM: BENEFIT: Symphony Space presents the Super Duper Just Kidding Extravaganza, a high-energy variety show benefitting the Symphony Spaces family and education programs. Super Duper Just Kidding Extravaganza features a select group of luminary artists on the children entertainment scene who have helped shape and enliven Symphony Space Just Kidding family series over the years. At Symphony Space. $35. (212) 864-5400. http://www.symphonyspace.org.
Mon, Nov 2 at 7:00PM: Launch benefit. Artistic Director, Carlos Armesto, launches a new theatre company, Theatre C. Theatre C purpose is to create vibrant theatre through the fusing of different forms of expression. The company will meld puppetry and burlesque, video and dance, acrobatics and installations, hip hop, rock and salsa, and much more. Open bar and complimentary hors doeuvres. Performances follow At Barrow Street Theatre. $100. http://www.tix.com.
Tue, Nov 3 at 7:00PM: Amnesia Wars - catch your favorite scriptless theater troupe in action. At The Parkside Lounge, 317 East Houston. FREE.
Wed, Nov 4 at 7:00PM: THE ROBOT FROM RECYCLANDIA - A light comedy with dance, rap, and a homicidal robot. soloplay written & performed by Aldo Pisano. Also at 9pm. At Roy Arias Studios & Theatres.
Wed, Nov 4 at 7:30PM: BENEFIT: Benefit the Actors Fund: “Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words” will be featured as part of the New York Comedy Festival. Among the performers scheduled to appear in “Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words New York Comedy Festival Edition,” are Scott Adsit, Kristen Johnston, Richard Kind, Carol Kane, Carson Kressley, Andrea Martin, Dayle Reyfel, Michael Urie , Alan Zweibel and “Celebrity Autobiography” creator Eugene Pack, who will also host the evening’s performance. At Carolines on Broadway, 1626 Broadway. $38.25. http://www.carolines.com.
Thu, Nov 5 at 9:30PM: In a Polynesian Mood, Ashley King and Greg Portz’s newest musical monologue - Written and performed by King and Portz, In a Polynesian Mood finds the duo destitute in New York after a brief and spectacular journey through the world of resort cover bands. They relive their experience through monologues, original songs, and covers while they await the chance to audition for their dream gig…a show at a resort in Polynesia. At Peoples Improv Theatre. $5. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/85139.
Fri, Nov 6 at 8:00PM: Peace Warrior by Doron Ben-Atar. Academics and actresses at a cocktail party become embroiled in intellectual banter and sexual politics. Secret affairs, pent up jealousies, long hidden resentments and strong political allegiances fight for center stage in this witty and provocative new play. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. FREE. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
Fri, Nov 6 at 8:00PM: BENEFIT: 24 Hours With Tomahawk And Friends. Improv comedy for 24 hours straight to help feed NYC hungry. But they can not do it all by themselves, so they are getting a little help from their funny friends: Audience of Two, Centralia, Starkey and Grace, Junior Varsity, Long Division, Knifestorm The MakeOuts, Handsometown, The Pill. All food donations and a portion of the door will go to City Harvest. At Sage Theater. $7, $10. 212-302-6665. RSVP to info@sagetheater.us.
Sat, Nov 7 at 3:00PM: Dr. Manuel Antonio Morán participatory puppet play, The Encounter of Juan Bobo and Pedro Animal. Hysterical events revolve around these incredibly charming but not too bright characters. Children participate in this circus-style play, and in turn see how these two characters find self-esteem and confidence. At Teatro SEA , 107 Suffolk Street. $12.50,$15. (212) 529-1545.
Sat, Nov 7 at 3:00PM: A new physical theater piece that investigates the messy terrain between fierce idealism, vitriolic rage, paralyzing pessimism and joyous ecstasy. FULL celebrates the exhilarating torture of knowing how much there is to experience and knowing you will never touch it all. At The Tank. $7.
Sun, Nov 8 at 7:00PM: For the fifth year in a row, Seth Bisen-Hersh will perform a solo show at Theater Ten Ten. This sequel to Seth Sings Bisen-Hersh, will feature a completely different repertoire with excerpts from his cabarets. At Theater Ten Ten. $10. 212-288-3246 x300. http://www.theater1010.com/events.html.
Sun, Nov 8 at 7:00PM: A new physical theater piece that investigates the messy terrain between fierce idealism, vitriolic rage, paralyzing pessimism and joyous ecstasy. FULL celebrates the exhilarating torture of knowing how much there is to experience and knowing you will never touch it all. At The Tank. $7.
Sun, Nov 8 at 9:00PM: Mujer Invisible (Invisible Woman) by Nancy Millán. The "invisible woman" dreams of becoming a Rock & Roll star. How is she going to accomplish this when she is not seen? This is the story of a woman that always believed what others said about her. She lives in a world where she does not fit, a world of fashion magazines. She is too fat...invisible and ugly. But, is it true? Through stories of bad hair, diets, auditions, anti-depresants and love, this woman will become visible in front of our eyes. At Teatro Circulo, 64 E. 4th St.. $15. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Mon, Nov 9 at 8:00PM: BENEFIT: Playwrighrts Horizons has announced it will present the return of its popular benefit evening STORIES ON 5 STORIES. The event will feature new works by seven of the theater’s alumni writers: Adam Bock, Randy Courts, Adam Rapp, Jonathan Reynolds, Evan Smith, Kathleen Tolan, Sarah Treem. This year’s theme for STORIES ON 5 STORIES is The Elephant in the Room. Post-show dessert reception with participating artists. At Playwrights Horizons Mainstage. $150. (212) 279-4200. http://www.ticketcentral.com.
Mon, Nov 9 at 9:30PM: Snow (a study) written, choreographed and created by Tymberly Canale. A dance theater piece that merges two late night walks: a drunken man walking down the street who was sprayed by a group of friends with Lysol, to “erase” his drunkenness; and an American woman wandering the unknown streets of Vienna in the snow. Why I love Country Music - written and performed by D.J. Mendel. Directed by Salvatore Interlandi. This is a love poem to my father accidentally sent to a women I used to love. At The Tank. $10. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/84651.
Mon, Nov 9 at 9:30PM: The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre is proud to present "2Pac: The Musical!," a parody of jukebox musicals that would make Tupac Shakur roll over in his grave ... if he were dead. All of Tupacs most popular songs are here and used to tell the bizarre story of two hapless mall food-court employees and their desire to move to California. At Upright Citizens Brigade. $5. 212-366-9176. http://ucbtheatre.com.
Tue, Nov 10 at 9:30PM: Snow (a study) written, choreographed and created by Tymberly Canale. A dance theater piece that merges two late night walks: a drunken man walking down the street who was sprayed by a group of friends with Lysol, to “erase” his drunkenness; and an American woman wandering the unknown streets of Vienna in the snow. Why I love Country Music - written and performed by D.J. Mendel. Directed by Salvatore Interlandi. This is a love poem to my father accidentally sent to a women I used to love. At The Tank. $10. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/84651.
Wed, Nov 11 at 7:00PM: Our ever popular reading & music series returns with Crisis and Suburbia: featuring Victor Lodato, Lauren Grodstein, & Paul Rudnick. At Joes Pub. At Public Theater. $15. http://www.joespub.com.
Wed, Nov 11 at 8:30PM: BIRD ON A WIRE - Violins, Gypsies, Marlene Dietrich, the fragility of human memory! An Uncertain Retelling of a Young Womans Life in WWII Europe, as Imagined by a Young Woman in Contemporary America*, a new play by Chana Porter, based on the life of the poet Gertrude Halstead. At Dixon Place. $10. 212-219-0736. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Fri, Nov 13 at 7:00PM: Get a first look at TADA!’s 25th Anniversary Season of Musicals at their delightful Sneak Peek Musical Revue. Musical numbers from upcoming shows will be performed, and guests can enjoy a light reception and Q & A with the cast and artistic staff. At TADA! Youth Theater. $25. (212) 252-1619 x 128. http://www.tadatheater.com.
Fri, Nov 13 at 10:00PM: RADIO PURGATORY - With a deconstructed radio-drama aesthetic, THEATERTHE directs its existential eye on a cast of characters stuck in purgatory playing out their attempts at redemption. Live music, murder, and deception with a healthy dose of advertising can be expected. At Dixon Place. $12, $15. 212-219-0736. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Fri, Nov 13 at 10:00PM: UpRightDown Show (and Tell) is a live performance of what happens on UpRightDown.com, and a unique chance to watch some of New York greatest story-tellers, writers, and performers—including the Moth Storyslam and Grandslam winners—all in one place on one night, in an intimate atmosphere. At The Creek in Long Island City, 10-93 Jackson Ave.. FREE. http://www.uprightdown.com.
Sat, Nov 14 at 1:00PM: Get a first look at TADA!’s 25th Anniversary Season of Musicals at their delightful Sneak Peek Musical Revue. Musical numbers from upcoming shows will be performed, and guests can enjoy a light reception and Q & A with the cast and artistic staff. At TADA! Youth Theater. $25. (212) 252-1619 x 128. http://www.tadatheater.com.
Sat, Nov 14 at 2:00PM: Art of Justice Series - HIDDEN VOICES is comprised of true stories of abandonment, drug abuse, loss, imprisonment, healing and freedom voiced by the people who lived them. Four mothers, three men and a nine-year-old girl relate the struggles of a life scarred by incarceration. Directed by Carli Gaughf. At Gerald W. Lynch at John Jay College. $15.
Sat, Nov 14 at 2:00PM: Radio Happy Hour, a live variety show featuring an old-time radio comedy/mystery and guest stars. month Radio Happy Hour will engage a guest star in a wildly right-angled conversation that careens between interviews, performances, and an audience quiz show. At the center of the show is a short, old time radio mystery/drama/comedy in which the guest performs as him or herself or, in some cases, as Nancy Drew. Must be 18 or over. At (Le) Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker. $10, $12. http://lprnyc.com.
Sat, Nov 14 at 8:00PM: THE SATURDAY NIGHT SALOON! Episode 3 will be coming at you live at THE BATTLE RANCH, featuring all new genre-bending serialized plays by NYCs hottest indie theatre artists. The Saloon is always FREE, the all-you-can-drink beer (or until we run out) is $5. LETS NINJA SCIENCE RANGER TEAM GET! by Dustin Chinn (Ma-Yi Writers Lab) directed by Jeff Whitted; ENTRENCHED by James Comtois (Nosedive Productions) directed by Adam Swiderski; JACK OHANRAHAN AND THE TROUBULATION OF DOOM by Brent Cox (The Dog & Pony Show) directed by Padraic Lillis; LADY CRYPTOZOOLOGIST Season 2 by Jeff Lewonczyk (Piper McKenzie Productions, The Brick Theater); MOTHER SACRAMENTO by Mac Rogers (Gideon Productions)directed by Jordana Williams; HACK by Crystal Skillman (Rising Phoenix Rep) directed by John Hurley. At The Battle Ranch, 405 Johnson Avenue, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn. FREE.
Sun, Nov 15 at 2:00PM: The Gospel According To Thomas Jefferson, Charles Dickens & Count Leo Tolstoy. A fantasy debate between Jefferson, Dickens and Tolstoy on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. BY SCOTT CARTER. Reservation required. At Dixon Place. FREE. 212-219-0736. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Sun, Nov 15 at 3:00PM: Kean Stage presents Of Mice and Men - John Steinbeck captivating tale of the unique friendship between two traveling workers, George and Lennie, and their quest for the American dream is brought to life by one of the oldest professional regional theatres. This timeless American masterpiece illuminates the power of a dream and its ability to connect people and provide hope for a brighter future. But as all too often happens, "the best laid schemes o mice and men" go awry in this powerful production. The Barter Theatre is Americas longest-running Equity Theatre and is revitalizing its touring tradition with Steinbeck timeless masterpiece Of Mice and Men. At Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue. $25. http://www.keanstage.com.
Mon, Nov 16 at 7:30PM: Voices in Unity, the 75 member choir of Unity of New York, with guests Spiritus vocal ensemble, Broadways Chuck Cooper, Rosena Hill, Donna McKechnie and spoken word artist Gha il Rhodes Benjamin, will present their 10th anniversary concert. At Symphony Space. $20+. http://www.symphonyspace.org.
Mon, Nov 16 at 8:00PM: BENEFIT: In a few short weeks, the cast and crew of FLOATING BROTHEL is heading to Shanghai to perform at the Asia Contemporary Theatre Festival. In order to help get there, we are holding a special benefit performance and we invite you to be there! At Galapagos Art Space. $25, $15. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Tue, Nov 17 at 8:00PM: Great American Songwriting Teams, an evening of famous and rarely-heard songs honoring the genius of America classic collaborators presented by Kaufman Center and New York Festival Of Song. At Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, 129 W. 67th Street. $40-$55. http://www.kaufman-center.org.
Tue, Nov 17 at 8:30PM: La Boca - Christian Finnegan, Helen Hong, and more! Hosted by Brian McGuinness & Dewey Banks. 2 drink minimum. At Gotham Comedy Club, 208 w. 23rd St,. $10. 212-367-9000.
Wed, Nov 18 at 8:00PM: I REMEMBER YOU: A LYRICS & LYRICISTS CENTENNIAL TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY MERCER - ROBERT KIMBALL, DEBORAH GRACE WINER Co-Artistic Directors. This special tribute takes place on what would have been Johnny Mercer's actual 100th birthday. Mercer, who appeared in L&L's inaugural season, wrote the lyrics to more than a thousand songs, received nineteen Academy Award nominations and was a co-founder of Capitol Records. Some of his best-known songs include “Blues in the Night” and “One for My Baby (and One More for the Road),” both with Harold Arlen; “Satin Doll,” with Duke Ellington; and “Moon River,” with Henry Mancini. At 92ND STREET Y, 1395 Lexington Avenue. $52+. 212-415-5500.
Thu, Nov 19 at 6:00PM: The Velvet Oratorio, a new piece written in honor of the 20th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. Written by Edward Einhorn. Composed and Directed by Henry Akona. The Velvet Oratorio is an evocative retelling of the Velvet Revolution through found text, choral music, and scenes inspired by the Vanêk plays of Václav Havel. Performers will include a choir, a string quartet and a separate cast of 12. At The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, 111 Amsterdam Avenue. FREE. http://www.untitledtheater.com,.
Thu, Nov 19 at 8:00PM: Great American Songwriting Teams, an evening of famous and rarely-heard songs honoring the genius of America classic collaborators presented by Kaufman Center and New York Festival Of Song. At Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, 129 W. 67th Street. $40-$55. http://www.kaufman-center.org.
Thu, Nov 19 at 8:00PM: Presented by Galapagos Artspace, 21c Liederabend will showcase a vast array of works by post-classical composers Caleb Burhans, Leah Coloff, Corey Dargel, Osvaldo Golijov, Judd Greenstein, Ted Hearne, David T. Little, Missy Mazzoli, Nico Muhly, Milica Paranosic, and Paola Prestini. The event will be capped off with the presentation of a piece commissioned for the occasion by composer/singer Kamala Sankaram. At Galapagos Art Space. $20. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Fri, Nov 20 at 9:30PM: D-Arranged Marriage Performed by Rajeev Varma. Written by Rajeev Varma and Tarun Mohanbhai. A play about Sanjay Gupta, an aspiring New Zealand Indian stand-up comic who spends his life working at his fathers corner shop and avoiding the issue of an arranged marriage. His nagging family finally gets the better of him, but to his surprise he discovers the prospective bride is the one! At Triad. $25, $30. 212-352-3101. http://www.theatermania.com.
Fri, Nov 20 at 10:00PM: BUTTERCREAM N SCOTCH - Sex, Booze,n Buttercream! AbFab meets the Odd Couple when a boozy divorcee invades her niece apartment. Created & performed by PAIGE COLLETTE & TATIANA PAVELA. At Dixon Place. $12, $15. 212-219-0736. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Sat, Nov 21 at 11:00AM: The White Rabbit may be late but you are right on time for a magical theater experience. Staten Island Actors Harbor Theater presents Alice in Wonderland. Take a journey down the rabbit hole as Alice converses with the Cheshire Cat, attends a mad tea-party, plays croquet with the Queen of Hearts and battles the evil Jabberwock. Suggested for children ages 5-11. Also at 1pm. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. $12. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
Sat, Nov 21 at 11:00AM: Gary Ferrar brings Ah! Real Magic to TADA! Youth Theater. Audiences can expect quality and friendly entertainment for all ages. Ah! Real Magic includes everything from stage illusions to close up magic and comedy. Be prepared for an exciting, high energy, performance where everyone gets involved. Each child who comes to see the show will receive a free magic wand. At TADA! Youth Theater. $15. http://www.tadatheater.com.
Sat, Nov 21 at 8:00PM: Marc Salem, Mindgames, Too. Join us as Marc Salem breaks that eternal lock on the mind. Playing "games" with the mind, he allows us to see our perceptions and our selves in a new way, all the while having fun. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. $37. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
Sat, Nov 21 at 8:00PM: On the eve of the publication of Jonny Porkpie lurid pulp novel “The Corpse Wore Pasties”, Pinchbottom burlesque book party celebration is in full swing... until the performers see the manuscript for the first time and notice distinct similarities between themselves and the characters in the book. Tempers flare, bodices rip, tassels twirl... and Porkpie ends up dead. So co-producer Nasty Canasta dons her detective panties and attempts to uncover the murderer before the final curtain — with a little help from you. At Bleecker Street Theatre. $20. http://www.pinchbottom.com/tickets/luridpulp/.
Sat, Nov 21 at 8:00PM: Two new short plays written by Marlene Nichols. No Change Given a one act play set in Hong Kong starring Adam Mayfield & Marlene Nichols. Directed by Cheryl King. Dress Kiss Me a tale of beauty, love and a dress that talks-performed by Marlene Nichols. Directed by Theresa Gambacorta. Also Nov. 22. At Stage Left Studio. $20. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Sat, Nov 21 at 10:00PM: BUTTERCREAM N SCOTCH - Sex, Booze,n Buttercream! AbFab meets the Odd Couple when a boozy divorcee invades her niece apartment. Created & performed by PAIGE COLLETTE & TATIANA PAVELA. At Dixon Place. $12, $15. 212-219-0736. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Sun, Nov 22 at 3:00PM: Marc Salem, Mindgames, Too. Join us as Marc Salem breaks that eternal lock on the mind. Playing "games" with the mind, he allows us to see our perceptions and our selves in a new way, all the while having fun. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. $37. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
Sun, Nov 22 at 3:00PM: Of Mice and Men - John Steinbeck's literary masterpiece about a unique friendship between two migrant workers and their quest for the American Dream is brought to life by the Tony® Award-winning Barter Theatre. At Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts, Walt Whitman Theatre at Brooklyn College, 2900 Campus Road, Brooklyn. $25. http://BrooklynCenterOnline.org.
Sun, Nov 22 at 8:00PM: Two new short plays written by Marlene Nichols. No Change Given a one act play set in Hong Kong starring Adam Mayfield & Marlene Nichols. Directed by Cheryl King. Dress Kiss Me a tale of beauty, love and a dress that talks-performed by Marlene Nichols. Directed by Theresa Gambacorta. At Stage Left Studio. $20. 212-868-4444. http://www.smarttix.com.
Mon, Nov 23 at 7:00PM: Join Powell Leonard as your host Chuck E. Baby (channeling a hilarious impersonation of a Chuck Barris-like Gong Show TV host character) for the season finale of the vaudeville-style variety show “The Kong Show: Thanks A Lot!” At Producers Club. $12, $15. http://thanksalot.eventbrite.com.
Mon, Nov 23 at 9:30PM: The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre is proud to present "2Pac: The Musical!," a parody of jukebox musicals that would make Tupac Shakur roll over in his grave ... if he were dead. All of Tupacs most popular songs are here and used to tell the bizarre story of two hapless mall food-court employees and their desire to move to California. At Upright Citizens Brigade. $5. 212-366-9176. http://ucbtheatre.com.
Wed, Nov 25 at 8:30PM: Gertrude and Claudius invite you to join them in Elsinore for their second annual Thanksgiving party. Pumpkin Pie compliments of Conni Avant Garde Restaurant Happy Thanksgiving, Hamlet. A cabaret based on Shakespeares Hamlet written by Stephanie Dodd and Rachel Murdy At Dont Tell Mama, 343 W 46th St.. $10. 212-757-0788. http://events@avantgarderestaurant.com.
Fri, Nov 27 at 1:00PM: A Christmas Carol. TheatreworksUSA musical interpretation of the Charles Dickens classic captures both the humorous and touching moments of this story with witty dialogue and fresh new songs, conveying Dickens original message that the holiday season should be a "kind, forgiving, charitable time," a sentiment which still rings true today. Appropriate for Grades 1-8. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. $12. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
Sat, Nov 28 at 11:00AM: Gary Ferrar brings Ah! Real Magic to TADA! Youth Theater. Audiences can expect quality and friendly entertainment for all ages. Ah! Real Magic includes everything from stage illusions to close up magic and comedy. Be prepared for an exciting, high energy, performance where everyone gets involved. Each child who comes to see the show will receive a free magic wand. At TADA! Youth Theater. $15. http://www.tadatheater.com.
Sat, Nov 28 at 8:00PM: On the eve of the publication of Jonny Porkpie lurid pulp novel “The Corpse Wore Pasties”, Pinchbottom burlesque book party celebration is in full swing... until the performers see the manuscript for the first time and notice distinct similarities between themselves and the characters in the book. Tempers flare, bodices rip, tassels twirl... and Porkpie ends up dead. So co-producer Nasty Canasta dons her detective panties and attempts to uncover the murderer before the final curtain — with a little help from you. At Bleecker Street Theatre. $20. http://www.pinchbottom.com/tickets/luridpulp/.
Mon, Nov 30 at 7:00PM: The Velvet Oratorio, a new piece written in honor of the 20th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. Written by Edward Einhorn. Composed and Directed by Henry Akona. The Velvet Oratorio is an evocative retelling of the Velvet Revolution through found text, choral music, and scenes inspired by the Vanêk plays of Václav Havel. Performers will include a choir, a string quartet and a separate cast of 12. At Bohemian National Hall, 321 E 73rd St. FREE. http://www.untitledtheater.com,.
Mon, Nov 30 at 7:30PM: BENEFIT: SHOSHANA BEAN: A HAPPENING. singing from the Streisand songbook and selections from her debut album, Superhero. A Happening is directed by Upright Cabaret Artistic Director and theatre legend, Billy Porter with musical direction by James Sampliner. A portion of ticket price goes to benefit Hadassah. At Fredrick P. Rose Hall, Broadway at 60th Street. $35-$150. http://jalc.org/concerts/details309a.asp?EventID=2150.
Tue, Dec 1 at 7:00PM: Amnesia Wars - catch your favorite scriptless theater troupe in action. At The Parkside Lounge, 317 East Houston. FREE.
Fri, Dec 4 at 10:00PM: RADIO PURGATORY - With a deconstructed radio-drama aesthetic, THEATERTHE directs its existential eye on a cast of characters stuck in purgatory playing out their attempts at redemption. Live music, murder, and deception with a healthy dose of advertising can be expected. At Dixon Place. $12, $15. 212-219-0736. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Sat, Dec 12 at 12:00PM: The National Endowment for the Arts and the Puffin Foundation have awarded funding to the non profit theatre Puppetry Arts of Brooklyn, New York, for the original musical Anthropomorphic. Funding will sponsor a FREE showcase of musical selections. Using puppetry, writer and Executive Director of Puppetry Arts Tim Young intends to stimulate political and social thought and invoke reasoning and change for the right to social equality and choice for individuals facing adversity, intolerance, and hate. At Regal Cinemas, 108 Court Street, Brooklyn. FREE. 718-768-3703.
Sat, Dec 12 at 8:00PM: THE SATURDAY NIGHT SALOON! Episode 4 will be coming at you live at THE BATTLE RANCH, featuring all new genre-bending serialized plays by NYCs hottest indie theatre artists. The Saloon is always FREE, the all-you-can-drink beer (or until we run out) is $5. LETS NINJA SCIENCE RANGER TEAM GET! by Dustin Chinn (Ma-Yi Writers Lab) directed by Jeff Whitted; ENTRENCHED by James Comtois (Nosedive Productions) directed by Adam Swiderski; JACK OHANRAHAN AND THE TROUBULATION OF DOOM by Brent Cox (The Dog & Pony Show) directed by Padraic Lillis; LADY CRYPTOZOOLOGIST Season 2 by Jeff Lewonczyk (Piper McKenzie Productions, The Brick Theater); MOTHER SACRAMENTO by Mac Rogers (Gideon Productions)directed by Jordana Williams; HACK by Crystal Skillman (Rising Phoenix Rep) directed by John Hurley. At The Battle Ranch, 405 Johnson Avenue, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn. FREE.
Sat, Dec 12 at 9:30PM: Meg Flather in "Home Shopping Diva, songs of love, loss & lipstick". “Home Shopping Diva, songs of love, loss, & lipstick” is inspired by her second career as a popular cosmetics salesperson on domestic and international home shopping TV channels. 2 drink minimum. At Metropolitan Room. $15. 212-206-0440.
Sun, Dec 13 at 12:00PM: The National Endowment for the Arts and the Puffin Foundation have awarded funding to the non profit theatre Puppetry Arts of Brooklyn, New York, for the original musical Anthropomorphic. Funding will sponsor a FREE showcase of musical selections. Using puppetry, writer and Executive Director of Puppetry Arts Tim Young intends to stimulate political and social thought and invoke reasoning and change for the right to social equality and choice for individuals facing adversity, intolerance, and hate. At Regal Cinemas, 108 Court Street, Brooklyn. FREE. 718-768-3703.
Mon, Dec 21 at 7:30PM: JULIAN - Julian Eltinge: the first female impersonator to bring drag to the masses. Vaudeville raised him. Broadway embraced him. Now it is time to remember him... Book written by Clay McLeod Chapman, Music written and performed by The Venn Diagrams, Directed by Isaac Butler. At Dixon Place. $12, $10. 212-219-0736. http://www.dixonplace.org.
Sat, Dec 26 at 11:00AM: Santa Meets the Wicked Witch. "You better watch out! You better not cry! You better not pout!" And we will tell you why! The Wicked Wizard is coming to town, and he is headed straight for the North Pole. So grab your mittens, buckle those boots, and hop aboard Eddie the Elfs sleigh to save Santa from that nasty villain before it is too late. If the Wizard succeeds with his evil plans, there will be no more presents to be given out-and no more Santa. This fun-filled, action-packed, musical comedy from Taubenslag Productions is sure to become your family favorite holiday treat! Suggested for children ages 4-10. Also at 1pm. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. $12. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
Sat, Jan 9 at 11:00AM: Ferdinand the Bull. The Hudson Vagabond Puppets Company presents Ferdinand The Bull, based on the classic tale by Munro Leaf and illustrations by Robert Lawson. The story of a peaceful bull that would rather sit and smell the flowers than fight is told with a larger-than life bull, masked dancers, and specialized mechanical figures. Each scene brings to life one of the pages of the book. Suggested for children ages 4-10. Also at 1pm. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. $12. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
Sat, Jan 9 at 8:00PM: THE SATURDAY NIGHT SALOON! Episode 5 will be coming at you live at THE BATTLE RANCH, featuring all new genre-bending serialized plays by NYCs hottest indie theatre artists. The Saloon is always FREE, the all-you-can-drink beer (or until we run out) is $5. LETS NINJA SCIENCE RANGER TEAM GET! by Dustin Chinn (Ma-Yi Writers Lab) directed by Jeff Whitted; ENTRENCHED by James Comtois (Nosedive Productions) directed by Adam Swiderski; JACK OHANRAHAN AND THE TROUBULATION OF DOOM by Brent Cox (The Dog & Pony Show) directed by Padraic Lillis; LADY CRYPTOZOOLOGIST Season 2 by Jeff Lewonczyk (Piper McKenzie Productions, The Brick Theater); MOTHER SACRAMENTO by Mac Rogers (Gideon Productions)directed by Jordana Williams; HACK by Crystal Skillman (Rising Phoenix Rep) directed by John Hurley. At The Battle Ranch, 405 Johnson Avenue, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn. FREE.
Sat, Apr 10 at 11:00AM: Beauty and the Beast. Taubenslag Productions returns to Queens Theatre with one of the most beloved fables of all time. Watch as the beautiful heroine tames the savage beast. Children of all ages will be enchanted by this delightful production. This musical fantasy is sure to warm your hearts. Suggested for children ages 4-10. Also at 1pm. At Queens Theatre in the Park , Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens. $12. 718-760-0064. http://www.queenstheatre.org.
