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November 30, 2009

Today is Cyber Monday, so hit the internet and shop baby shop! The economy needs your participation.

Crossing
Photo Credit Angelo Rivera

New York Cool photographer Angelo Rivera took this photo in the Bronx.

November 29, 2009

Here is an intersting event for today:

KEITH SWEAT - BAD RABBITS
Sunday, November 29 Doors at 6:00pm, Show at 8:00pm
BB King's


Keith Sweat's 1987 debut album, Make It Last Forever, sold over three million copies, spawning the hits "I Want Her" (number one R&B, number five pop), "Something Just Ain't Right" (number three R&B), "Make It Last Forever" (number two R&B), and "Don't Stop Your Love" (number nine R&B). It was followed in June 1990 by I'll Give All My Love to You, another million-seller, that featured the hits "Make You Sweat" (number one R&B, number 14 pop), "Merry Go Round" (number two R&B), "I'll Give All My Love to You" (number one R&B, number seven pop), and "Your Love, Pt. 2" (number four R&B). Sweat's third album was Keep It Comin', an R&B chart-topper at the end of 1991, whose title track was another number one R&B hit. In 1994 he returned with Get Up on It; a self-titled release followed in 1996, and two years later he issued Still in the Game. Didn't See Me Coming (2000), Rebirth (2002), and Welcome to the Sweat Hotel.

$35 adv, $38 at door

BB King's| 237 West 42nd.
212-997-4144
bbkingblues.com

November 28, 2009

Here is an interesting event for today:

Nelida Tirado Flamenco: TOMAAA!!!
Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Saturday, November 28 at 8:00pm

Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) in association with Mario A. Torres Productions (MATP) presents Nélida Tirado Flamenco: TOMAAA!!! on Friday, November 28, 2009 at 8pm in the Claire Shulman Playhouse Main Stage Theatre at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY.The passion and fury of flamenco is brought to life by Nélida Tirado Flamenco. Known for her intense grace and commanding style, and hailed as “magnificent” by The New York Times, Nélida Tirado has earned a worldwide reputation as a force to be reckoned with in flamenco. Tirado formerly trained with Ballet Hispanico and Spain has worked with Compania Maria Pages, Noche Flamenca, and featured in “Riverdance” on Broadway and Dance Magazine’s “25 to Watch” 2007. Come experience the music, the rhythm, and the fiery qualities of flamenco from the feet of a genius. There will be a post performance wine and cheese reception and Q&A, with wines generously donated by Casa de Vinos.

Tickets are $33 and are available at www.queenstheatre.org or by phone at 718-760-0064.

Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park

November 27, 2009

Natalie Portman
PR Photos

Check out our newly updated Celebrities Out and About in New York City for photos of Natalie Portman, Toby Maguire, Bono, Wyclef Jean, Fergie, Heidi Klum, Johnny Depp and many more.

November 26, 2009

2007 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Photo Credit Angelo Rivera

Happy Thanksgiving from New York Cool!

November 25, 2009

Here is a spirit-of-the-season event for today:

LATE SHOW’S GOSPEL CHOIR ROCKS THE BLOCK
FROM STEPS OF RENOVATED 77 TH STREET CASTLE Façade
OF THE AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Wednesday, November 25TH 2-5PM

As Snoopy and Spider-Man and all their colorful balloon buddies get pumped up for their starring roles in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, people enjoying the holiday eve spectacle will be treated to the Late Show’s Gospel Choir’s performance on the steps of the American Museum of Natural History. The nationally-renowned choir, led by Lady Peachena, will captivate the crowds with an a cappella medley that mixes traditional holiday favorites with R&B classics. The group has performed on Late Show With David Letterman more than a dozen times since 1995.

The grand stage for the Late Show’s Gospel Choir will be the newly-renovated, 42-foot-wide monumental arch of the 77th Street porte-cochére—once the Museum’s main entrance. The Museum recently completed a major $37 million restoration of the entire 700-foot-long “castle” façade on 77th Street between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue.

American Museum of Natural History 77th Street
Between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue

November 24, 2009

Just Published: Read my Theater Column with coverage of Dream Girls at the Appollo theater and FELA! on Broadway.

November 23, 2009

Penelope Cruz in Nine

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's Film Column with his first Oscar predictions.

November 22, 2009

Just Published: Read Lara Longo's article and see Michael Meyer's photographs of the CMJ Music Festival.

November 21, 2009

Michael Shannon and Amy Ryan in The Missing Person

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Noah Buschel's The Missing Person, which opened this weekend.

November 20, 2009

Just Published: Read Elizabeth Murphy's review of Manson: The Musical.
Manson is playing at the Kraine Theater through December 5, 2009.

Here is an interesting event which begins today:

Here is an interesting event for today (last days of previews):

Dreamgirls
Tuesday 8:00pm
Wednesday 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Thursday 8:00pm
Friday 8:00pm
Saturday 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Sunday 3:00pm
Now in Previews
Opens November 22, 2009
Show Closes December 12, 2009
Apollo Theater

Dreamgirls tells the rags-to-riches story of a 1960s motown girl group, and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune. Dreamgirls is directed and choreographed by Bobby Longbottom with co-choreography by Shane Sparks, scenic design by Robin Wagner, costume design by William Ivey Long, lighting design by Ken Billington, and is produced by John Breglio for Vienna Waits Productions.

The Apollo Theater performance is the beginning of a national tour.

Tickets: $35.00 - $106.00 800-982-2787
http://www.DreamgirlsOnStage.com

Apollo Theater |253 West 125th Street

Here is another interesting event for today:

LeeSaar The Company’s
Prima
Wednesday through Saturday at 8pm
Sunday at 6pm
Late show Saturday November 21 at 10pm.
Wednesday November 18 - November 22
Performance Space 122

LeeSaar - the Israeli contemporary choreographers Saar Harari and Lee Sher - who The New York Times called “a gutsy, brainy modern-dance troupe” is back at PS122 with the world premiere of Prima – the company’s 4th show at PS122 and the first after its highly acclaimed 2007 show Geisha.

Known for its physicality and explosive tempos, LeeSaar's award-winning choreography matures in Prima with five arresting performers from across the globe exploring a world of pure sensation and energy. Teasing out the feminine and the virile, they are alternately playful and bashful as they navigate sexuality and temptation.

LeeSaar’s Prima is choreographed by Lee Sher and Saar Harari with performances by Jye-Hwei Lin (Taiwan), Hsin-Yi Hsiang (Taiwan), Hyerin Lee (S. Korea) and Candice Schnurr (USA). The artistic team including music by Yamato Ensemble (Yamato Ito-take), Wax Poetic featuring Bebel Gilberto, Zachary J. Mechlem, Timofei Dokshitser & Sergej Solodovnik, Yelle, A Small Good Thing, Filastine, and Dana Adini, lighting design by Joe Levasseur and music editing by Saar Harari.
www.leesaar.com

Tickets: $20 and $15 (students/seniors). Tickets and PS122 Passports are now on sale and available online at www.ps122.org, by calling TheaterMania at 212-352-3101, and at the Performance Space 122 Box Office. Note: The PS122 Passport is a bundle of 5 tickets for only $55 that can be used in ANY combination to the 2009-10 season performances.

Performance Space |122 150 First Avenue @ E. 9th Street, New York, NY 10009

November 18, 2009

Just Published: Read Matt Boyd's review of The Dodos Show at the Bowery Ballroom.

Also Just Published: Read Justin D. Quakenbush's review of Elliot Ramon Potts’ Loaded , which is playing at the Lion Theater.

November 17, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the DVD release of Matt Tyrnauer's Valentino: The Last Emperor.

Jonathan Jones
Photographed by Mark Dershowitz

Also Just Published: See Mark Dershowitz's of the We Shot the Moon show at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn.

November 16, 2009

Tinsley Mortimer and Zani Gugelmann
Photo Credit JP Pullos of Patrick McMullen

Just Published: Read my article and see JP Pullos' photographs of The Young International Circle of El Museo del Barrio's Dia de los Muertos Benefit Party.

November 15, 2009

Here is a cool event for today:

Nona Hendryx's
HopeStock
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 7;30pm Doors open at 6:30pm
Galapagos Art Space

A driving force in the entertainment industry, Nona Hendryx wears many hats. As a member of supergroup Labelle, Hendryx is a singer with a larger-than-life stage presence. As a solo artist, she has demonstrated her talents as a songwriter, arranger and producer. And as head of a music company Hendryx is a creative and formidable talent with a heart for new artists and a soul for the greater community. All these abilities are coming together as Hendryx presents a night of hope and harmony with HopeStock: Music to Bailout Your Soul. Featuring an eclectic mix of NYC-based artists whose songs touch the heart and rouse the soul, HopeStock will use music to create avenues of awareness about concerns that affect our society. Featuring Performances By: DJ Spinna Reuben Butchart The Kiki Experience BrazzTree Nona Hendryx & her Band of Gypsies For more on HopeStock, please visit: www.hopestock.net

Tickets: $ 25.00

For advance purchase visit: ?http://www.smarttix.com/show.aspx?showcode=HOP2
For more information about the performance: http://www.myspace.com/hopestock

Galapagos Art Space| 16 Main Street Brooklyn, NY?

November 14, 2009

Amanda Peet in 2012

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Roland Emmerich's 2012, which opened this weekend.

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Oren Moverman's The Messenger, which opened this weekend.

November 13, 2009

Here is an interesting event for today:

Quick Silver choreographed by Ko Murobushi.
November 12 -13. start time 7.30, aprox one hour.
Dance New Amsterdam

As part of "New York Butoh-Kan Masters," a series of three
performances by world-renowned masters of Butoh, Ko Murobushi will
perform "Quick Silver," his latest solo. Murobushi exudes boundless
energy from his silver-painted body, like exploding mercury. Using
only his formidable physicality, Murobushi radiates the lasting life
essence of mercury as it waves and rolls in all directions across the
stage. Ko Murobushi trained and performed with Butoh's creator Tatsumi
Hijikata and was a founding member of Dairakudakan, the
longest-running Butoh company. His influential group, Ariadone,
introduced Europe to Butoh in 1978. Based in Japan, he leads the Edge
Company and tours internationally throughout Europe and South America.

Tickets: Students $20 Non-Students $24 - Dance New Amsterdam box
office (212) 625-8369; http://nybf09.caveartspace.org

Dance New Amsterdam| 280 Broadway| 2nd Floor
Entrance on Chambers |New York, NY, 10007

Here is another interesting event for today:

Around the World in 80 Sips
Friday, November 13th 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
583 Park Avenue at 64th Street

Stay local and drink global at Bottlenotes' first annual 'Around the World in 80 Sips' wine event. Bottlenotes.com is presenting a diverse line up of wines (China and Lebanon will be present). Sherry-Lehmann and Artisanal Premium Cheese will be on-hand, as will several interesting winemakers and food purveyors. VIP and press tasting starts at 5:30 p.m. and includes an Ayala Champagne tasting.

A portion of ticket sales benefit the local non-profit Robin Hood and all attendees will be eligible to win a raffle for two round-trip jetBlue tickets to San Francisco for a weekend of exclusive wine tastings and a winemaker dinner.


Advance tickets are $60 are available at www.bottlenotes.com/80sips through 11/13 Tickets at the door are $75

583 Park Avenue at 64th Street

November 12, 2009

Here is an interesting event for today:

OTHER ISRAEL FILM FESTIVAL
November 12 -19, 2009
Festival will take place at
The Jewish Community Center (JCC) in Manhattan
92STY Tribeca and Cinema Village

Presented by The Israel Film Center at The JCC in Manhattan

Full program scheduling was announced today for The 3rd Annual Other Israel Film Festival, (www.OtherIsrael.org) dedicated to showcasing the lives of Arab citizens of Israel. The Festival will take place in New York City from November 12th – 19th and will run at JCC in Manhattan, 92STY Tribeca, Cinema Village, and other locations around the city. It is presented by The Israel Film Center at The JCC in Manhattan.

Now in its third year, Other Israel Film Festival explores the lives and challenges of the Arab minority in a Jewish defined state. The Festival celebrates the diversity of Israeli life with award-winning films and open discussions by and about the country’s Arab minority populations, (Christian, Muslim, Bedouin and Druze) which make up 20% of Israel’s population.

Tickets for the Other Israel Film Festival cost $11 ($8 for members of The JCC in Manhattan, $5 for students) and go on sale on October 13th online at www.OtherIsrael.org or by phone 646-505-5708

Check our listing section for more information:

http://www.newyorkcool.com/listings/film_Other_Israel_Film_Festival.htm

November 11, 2009

Hot Tip for Today:

MIAAC, NEW YORK’S INDIAN FILM FESTIVAL
ANNOUNCES 2009 PROGRAM OF 44 PREMIERES PLUS SPECIAL EVENTS
NOVEMBER 11-15 IN NEW YORK CITY

The Mahindra Indo-American Arts Council (MIAAC) Film Festival, New York City’s Indian film festival, is proud to announce the complete program for the 2009 festival to be held from November 11-15. Now in its ninth year, the festival will have 47 screenings including 44 premieres of features, documentaries and shorts. Since its founding in 2001, MIAAC has established itself as the premiere Indian film festival in the United States, introducing audiences to films such as Oscar winner “Slumdog Millionaire,” Mira Nair’s “The Namesake” and “Monsoon Wedding”; Deepa Mehta’s “Water” and Gurinder Chadha’s “Bride & Prejudice.” This year’s selection continues to celebrate the Festival’s tradition for excellence and diversity with powerful performances and new cinematic expression by cutting-edge Indian directors. Regular public screenings will be at the Quad Cinema, with special screenings at the Paris Theatre, Walter Reade Theater, the National Museum of the American Indian, and NYU's Cantor Center. A complete program listing is online at www.miaacfilmfest.org.

For more information, check our listing sections:
newyorkcool.com/listings/film_New_York_Indian_Festival.htm

November 10, 2009

Lady Gaga
PR Photos

Just Published: Check out our just updated Celebrities Out and About in New York City for photos of Blake Lively, Diane Kruger, Carrie Underwood, Isaac Mizrahi, Cameron Diaz, James Marsden, the cast of Glee and many more more.

November 9, 2009

Adira Amram
Photographed by Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams article and see Amy Davidson's photographs of the Adira Amram Show at the Music Hall of Williamsburg.

November 8, 2009

Vassilios Kostetsos Fashion
Photo Credit Eka Halim

Just Published: Read my review and see Eka Halim's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Spring 2010 Vassilios Kostetsos Fashion Show.

Here is an interesting event for today:

SENSEDANCE "Impending Visit"
New Dances By Henning Rübsam
November 7 & 8, 2009
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Theater

Henning Rübsam: SENSEDANCE performs a special engagement for its 2009 season with the New York premiere of "Impending Visit" at the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Theater (the original location of the FAME high school), 120 West 46th Street (bet. Broadway & 6th Ave.) NYC. The varied program will be performed Saturday, November 7th and Sunday, November 8th at 8:00 pm. Dancers for the engagement are Maria Phegan, Dartanion Reed, Erin Ginn, Heidi Green, Victor Gonzalez, Henning Rübsam and long-time principal Ramon Thielen. The lighting design is by Philip Treviño.

Rübsam's new creation "Impending Visit" features the work of Puerto Rican composer Rafael Aponte-Ledée. Rübsam will also dance the solo he created in 2002 for his mentor, the late Prima Ballerina Assoluta Eva Evdokimova. As a tribute in her memory, Litanei & Frühlingsglaube is set to two lieder by Franz Schubert (Litany for the Feast of All Souls & Faith in Spring). Other works being performed are set to music by frequent collaborators Beata Moon and Ricardo Llorca. Erin Ginn will make her debut in the 2007 movement study "Innocence" to music by the late Ronald Mazurek.

Henning Rübsam directs SENSEDANCE, a New York City-based dance company, presenting annual NYC seasons since 1992. He continues to reach out to artists of other disciplines and has an impressive roster of frequent collaborators. SENSEDANCE was founded in the hope that through the SENSES for a moment we can still all meet. Rübsam, who also directs and choreographs for opera and theater, currently collaborates with TONY Award nominee Tsidii Le Loka on her new show "To the Rising Sun."

Tickets for "Impending Visit" are $30; online at www.smarttix.com or by phone at (212) 868-4444. Artists/Students/Dancers Rush for $15 (with code “dancer” online / phone and with ID/class card at door). Box office at the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Theater will open at 6pm on the days of the performance. For benefit information please contact: sensedance@sensedance.org www.sensedance.org

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Theater |120 West 46th Street
Between Broadway & 6th Ave.

And here is another interesting event for today:

November 7, 2009

Charlotte Ronson
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Spring 2010 Charlotte Ronson Fashion Show.

MISS COCO PERU IS UNDAUNTED!
Friday-Sunday at 8pm
November 6-15
Laurie Beechman Theatre

GLAAD Media Award-winning drag sensation Coco Peru returns to NYC with the New York Premiere of MISS COCO PERU IS UNDAUNTED! Directed by Michael Schiralli (Jackie Hoffman’s Scraping the Bottom, Varla Jean Merman Loves a Foreign Tongue) performances run November 6-15, Friday-Sunday at 8pm at the Laurie Beechman Theatre (inside West Bank Cafe at 407 West 47th Street -- at Ninth Avenue, accessible from the A,C,E,N,R,V,F,1,2,3 trains at 42nd Street).

Tickets are $20 with a $15 food/drink minimum per person, available at www.SpinCycleNYC.com or by calling 212-352-3101.

Laurie Beechman Theatre
Inside West Bank Cafe | 407 West 47th Street | At Ninth Avenue
Accessible from the A,C,E,N,R,V,F,1,2,3 trains at 42nd Street).

November 6, 2009

Mo’Nique in Precious

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Lee Daniels’s
Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire, which opens today, Friday, November 6, 2009.

Gabourey “Gabby” Sidibe in Precious

Also Just Published: For another perspective, read Harvey Karten's review of Lee Daniel's Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire, which opens today, Friday, November 6, 2009.

November 5, 2009

Congratulations to the New York Yankees for winning the World Series!

Here is an interesting event for tonight:

"Furnace"
Thursday - Saturday at 8 PM
Sunday at 3 PM
November 5 - 8, 2009
Dixon Place

"Furnace," an ensemble work of collective creation led by Tokyo based master Ko Murobushi and inter-media artists Ximena Garnica and Shige Moriya, has been commissioned by the 2009 CAVE New York Butoh Festival and will premiere November 5 to 8 at Dixon Place, 161A Chrystie Street, which is co-presenting the piece. The work is being developed by the performing ensemble known as LEIMAY, which is the resident company of CAVE. More than a finished product, the work is a window into the continuous dance and performance research of an eclectic group of dancers and artists from three different generations and seven different nationalities. "Furnace" is envisioned not as a representation of something but rather as the thing itself. Some clues to the piece's nature lie in this statement by its creators, who write, "The ball of movement was born amid the fire of the furnace blast. It is a great hybrid, a miscellaneous of species. Today we are at the center of the furnace again, new transformation upland."

Choreographed by Ko Murobushi, Ximena Garnica, and Shige Moriya

Tickets: Students $28, Non-Students $35, Dixon Place Box Office: (212) 219-0736;http://nybf09.caveartspace.org

Dixon Place | 161A Chrystie Street
Between Rivington and Delancey
New York, NY 10002

November 4, 2009

Here is an interesting event for today:

ZEE
Wednesday - Friday, 5–9pm
Saturday & Sunday, noon–9pm.
October 28 - November 15th
3LD Art & Technology Center

Exhilarating and meditative, Kurt Hentschläger’s stroboscopic, mind-altering ZEE pushes the boundaries of perception and creates an intense audiovisual journey - complete with hallucination. This is the latest performance installation by Hentschläger, known for constructing immersive environments that fuse sound, video, performance, and sensory overload. ZEE will have its New York premiere beginning October 28 at 3LD Art & Technology Center as the inaugural event of FuturePerfect, a new citywide performance, media & technology initiative.

Entering ZEE, the visitor is immediately absorbed in a vortex of dense, odorless fog that completely obscures the walls, floor and ceiling. Individuals freely roam this environment with the help of ropes, while flickering light filters through the haze, inducing spatial disorientation and visual “distortions”. All the usual cues that contribute to depth perception—texture, shadow, size, perspective—are erased, returning each spectator, as it were, to a state of “tabula rasa”, where one’s perceptual framework is reset and then recalibrated. A unique soundscape creates an almost tactile aural field, intensifying the experience and shifting dynamically according to changes in the color, light and frequency.

ZEE runs Wednesday - Friday, 5–9pm; Saturday & Sunday, noon–9pm. Performance begins on the hour and the half hour; approximately 20 minutes. Admission: $10, $5 students/artists at door or in advance at www.3ldnyc.org or 212-352-3101. 3LD Art & Technology Center is located at 80 Greenwich Street (at Rector Street -- accessible from the 1/R/W trains at Rector Street). For more information visit www.futureperfectfestival.org.

3LD Art & Technology Center |80 Greenwich Street
At Rector Street -- accessible from the 1/R/W trains at Rector Street)

November 3, 2009

Just Published: Read Elizabeth Murphy's review of Pantyraid's new album, The Sauce.

November 2, 2009

Richard Emery, Fred Wislow and Malcolm Gladwell
Photo Credit Gerardo Somoza

Just Published: Read my article and see Gerardo Somoza's photographs of the Children's Rights Benefit at the IAC.

Here is an interesting event for today:

ROLEX Presents
AMERICA DANCES!
Career Transition For Dancers’ 24th Anniversary Jubilee
Monday, November 2, 2009 at 7:00pm
New York CITY CENTER

Rolex presents “AMERICA DANCES! Celebrating Our Sparkling Heritage – Broadway, TV & Film”- Career Transition For Dancers’24th Anniversary Jubilee on Monday, November 2, 2009 at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (bet. 7 & 6 Aves) NYC. It will be followed by an Anniversary Supper with the Stars at The Grand Ballroom at The Hilton New York.

The 24th Anniversary Chairs are Anka K. Palitz and Allen Brill. Gala Chairs are: Victor Elmaleh, Michele Riggi, Susan Fawcett Sosin. The Dinner Chair is Janice Becker; Auction Chair is Ann Van Ness; West Coast Chair is Roberta Silbert. Vice Chairs are Gayle Conran, Alexander Dubé, Niko Elmaleh, Mercedes Ellington, Christina Rose, Irene Shen & Heléne Alexopoulos Warrick. The Honorary Chairs are Cynthia Gregory, Donna McKechnie, Sono Osato, Ann Reinking, Chita Rivera & Tommy Tune. (in formation)

“AMERICA DANCES! Celebrating Our Sparkling Heritage – Broadway, TV & Film”, celebrates a variety of entertainment that defines our American culture—Past, Present and Future. This eclectic evening is an assimilation and fusion of styles that move from theater to concert dance, to television and film, in a vibrant homage to an array of dance genres. A film montage will pay tribute to the crazes and evolution of American dance. America — a mover and a shaker of all times. The Gala will be the entertainment-dance event of the new season. The spectacular evening will include appearances by dance companies, musicians, dancers from major TV shows, stars and surprises. It is produced & directed by Ann Marie DeAngelo. The host and honorees for the Gala as well as the recipient of the Rolex Dance Award will be announced later.

Gala tickets are $600, $750 & $1,200 each, which include the performance and a post-performance ‘Anniversary Supper with the Stars’, auction and dancing at The Grand Ballroom at The Hilton New York (1335 Avenue of the Americas @ 54th St). Sponsorships and tables are also available as well as Jubilee Journal ads. For gala tickets please call Marjorie Horne, McEvoy & Assocs. at 212 2287446 x33 and for Group Sales please call 718 4999691. Show only tickets will soon be available for $130, $75, $55 and $45.

New York City Center |131 West 55 Street (bet. 7 & 6 Aves) NYC

And for the less high-brow among us:

The Legs Malone Show: Freudian Slips
Monday, November 2nd 10pm
Public Assembly

Built upon a conversation between a doctor and his unwitting patient, Freudian Slips explores the neuroses, irrational fears, obsessive loves, addictions, preoccupations and odd habits so deeply cherished by the bearer and madly scrutinized by all complete with live spirits illustrating the disorders in a most burlesquian fashion. Starring Bastard Keith, Donny Vomit, Little Brooklyn, Madame Rosebud, RunAround Sue, Legs Malone and Nurse Cherry Delight.

Freudian Slips, originally inspired by The Coney Island Museum's summer/fall exhibition by Zoe Beloff, "Dreamland: The Coney Island Amateur Psychoanalytic Society and Its Circle, 1926-1972," received rousing acclaim at its debut at Coney Island's Burlesque at the beach series this summer. Legs is thrilled to bring the show to Public Assembly and says, "This time it's bigger and far more slippery than ever before." Bring a date, a friend, your doctor and/or your patient and get those analytical skills ready for some high-art perversion.

The Legs Malone Show is an exhibition of performative art held every first Monday at Public Assembly and features an array of wildly talented performers within a primarily burlesque context. For questions or more images, please contact Legs Malone at 646-943-4635 or via e-mail at thirtyfourandhalf@gmail.com.

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http://www.myspace.com/legs_malone
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http://www.myspace.com/thelegsmaloneshow
$10

Public Assembly| 70 North 6th Street, Williamsburg

November 1, 2009

Gabriel Mann and Kyler England
The Rescues
Photo Credit Susan Guerevich

Just Published: See Susan Guerevich's photographs of The Rescues at the Canal Room.

October 31, 2009

2006 Halloween Parade
Photo Credit Wendy R. Williams

Hot Tip: Tonight is the Village Halloween Parade. The Parade runs up Sixth Avenue, from Spring Street to 21st Street, from 7PM till 10PM. If you wear a costume, you can march. The entrance for "costumed" marchers is on Sixth Avenue South of Spring Street and North of Canal between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Only enter the line-up on 6th Ave. from the East and South between Canal and Spring! Click here for the Parade Website. Click here for images from the 2007 Village Halloween Parade.

For other Halloween activities, check out our clubs section and our events section.

October 30, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Anthony Fabian's Skin, which opens today, Friday, October 30, 2009.

Here is an interesting event for tonight:

MORPHOSES/THE WHEELDON COMPANY
October 29 – November 1, 2009
New York City Center

The third annual season of Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company will feature two unique programs including U.S. premieres by Artistic Director Christopher Wheeldon and Australian choreographer Tim Harbour, as well as works by Lightfoot León, Alexei Ratmansky and Mr. Wheeldon. The engagement will feature live music performed by the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas, with the opening night conducted by the orchestra’s founder and music director, Alondra de la Parra.

Tickets: $30, $50, $95, $110 Tickets for all New York City Center events can be purchased by calling CityTix® at 212-581-1212, online at www.nycitycenter.org or at the City Center Box Office (West 55th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues). For more information, please visit www.nycitycenter.org

New York City Center| West 55th Street| Between 6th & 7th.

October 29, 2009

Zoe and Angel Roché Jr. of Looner

Just Published: Read Stephanie Nolasco's review of the new Looner EP,
I Love My Tamagotchee!.

Zang Toi Fashion
Photo Credit Mary Blanco

Just Published: Read my article and see Mary Blanco's photographs of the backstage presentation at the Zang Toi Spring 2010 Fashion Show.

Here is an interesting event for today:

RULES OF THE GAME
Thursday, October 29 at 7:30pm
Queens Theatre in the Park

Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) announces its 2009/2010 season of film. QTP and the Museum of the Moving Image have partnered to present Moving Image Masterpieces, a series of six of the greatest films of all time at QTP’s home, a 464-seat auditorium at the former New York State Pavilion in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, which also has a 99-seat performing arts space. The new series is programmed by David Schwartz, Chief Curator of the Museum of the Moving Image, who will introduce each screening: Citizen Kane, Metropolis, Rules of the Game, Toyko Story, 8 ½, 2001: A Space Odyssey. Tickets are $10 per film ($8 multi-show discount). Filmed by Jean Renoir as the storm clouds of war were hovering over Europe, this romantic rondelay set during a weekend hunting party is unparalleled in its emotionally and cinematically rich portrayal of romance and intrigue among a fading aristocracy. Filled with comedy and tragedy, the film is masterfully choreographed, yet it spills over with the vitality of life. Jean Renoir, the greatest of French directors, was the son of impressionist painter Auguste Renoir.
Tickets $10

Queens Theatre in the Park|Flushing Meadows Corona Park

October 28, 2009

Tracy Reese Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Spring 2010 Tracy Reese Fashion Show.

Here is an interesting event for tonight:

Nazareth Housing Annual Benefit
Wednesday, October 28, 2009, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Columbus Citizen’s Foundation

Nazareth Housing Annual Benefit honoring Ms. Priscilla Almodovar, President and CEO of NYHOMES and recipient of the Community Service Award/ NY Junior League. Since 1983 Nazareth Housing has served very poor and vulnerable families from across New York City. Your 100% tax deductible donation helps us continue the critical work we do with homeless families and those experiencing crises in housing and family well being.

Tickets $150. For more information or to make a donation online visit http://www.nazarethhousingnyc.org

Columbus Citizen’s Foundation|8 East 69th Street

October 27, 2009

Here is an interesting event for tonight:

The Central Park Conservancy’s Halloween Ball 2009
Tuesday October 27th. 7PM – 11pm
Mid-Central Park at 72nd Street

The spirit of Halloween comes to life in Central Park at this annual event. This non-traditional black-tie gala features over-the-top costumes, spooky décor, dancing and a whimsical celebration of the haunted season. The most anticipated part of the evening is a festive and competative costume contest with luxury prizes offered for best costumes in various categories overseen by celebrity judges. The Halloween Ball has consistently been called one of the “10 Best Events in New York”. The 2009 theme “Twilight” will evoke an eerie and supernatural feeling that comes over the Park as the glow of the sun hides behind the city skyline. (List ticket infomation, phone numbers if applicable and any link in the short second paragraph)

Tickets are $1,000, $1,500 and $2,500; A Junior ticket is available at $400; Tables are $15,000, $25,000 and $50,000.
For more information visit www.centralparknyc.org/halloweenball

Central Park | Mid-Central Park at 72nd Street

And for a different kind of event:

Lukas Ligeti's
Kaleidoscope Point
Tuesday, October 27th 8:00pm
The Stone

Featuring: Dan Blake (sax) Wende K. Blass, Eyal Maoz (guitar) Lorna Krier (synthesizer) Lukas Ligeti (drums)

Compositions by Lukas Ligeti interwoven with improvising, combining disparate ideas into a colorful volcano of possibilities, conjuring up a spectrum of African guitar riffs, 80s analog synths, and superimposed harmonies—imagine a rock band and a free jazz band playing at the same time, but tightly interwoven, and imagine this happening in Bushwick, Brooklyn.

Tickets $10
www.myspace.com/lukasligeti
www.thestonenyc.com

The Stone | Corner of Ave. C and 2nd Street | NYC

October 26, 2009

Evan Rachel Wood with Director Woody Allen

Just Published: Frank J. Avella's review of the DVD version of Woody Allen’s Whatever Works.

Just Published: Read my article and Mary Blanco's photographs of the Malan Breton Show.

October 25, 2009

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Michael Kors Spring 2010 Fashion Line.

Here is an interesting event for today:

A Very Scary Big Top Bowl Celebrity Challenge
October 25, 2009
From 1-4pm
Bowlmor Lanes

You can plan to trick or treat this year, but don't be surprised if no one is
home! The Tesla Group Presents "A Very Scary Big-Top-Bowl Celebrity Challenge"
at Bowlmor Lanes to benefit CancerCare kids.

With everyone from, Erin Lucas from MTV’s The City, Countess Luann from Bravo’s
The Real Housewives of New York, Crystal Hunt from “One Life To Live”, Kelli
Brooke from Bravo’s new reality show NYC Prep, Actress Bella Thorne,Scott Chett
from MTV’s Real World Boston, Multi platinum producer Chad Beatz, Designer
Dana-Maxx, Star Diaz, or P-Star, from ‘The Electric Company’ on PBS Kids Go!,
The Heights Pop/R&B/Latin Music group, Celebrity Stylist Lauryn Rae
Levi,Pop/Rock Singer Kyle Kronez, Celebrity blogger Micah Jesse, additional
invites guests from Ugly Betty, Gossip Girl and more, all will enjoy a haunted
circus theme, silent auction, performances, and bowling with celebrities – all
for an extremely worthy cause! Funds raised will continue to support CancerCare
for Kids programs which provides free, professional services focused on the
particular needs of children, teens, and parents coping with the crisis of
cancer.

EARLY BIRD TICKET DISCOUNTS (ONLY 25 LEFT)
Purchase tickets now through October 7th and five lucky winners will get the
chance to walk the Red Carpet and take pictures with a Big Top Bowl Celebrity.
Email bigtop@theteslagroup.com for early bird discount on general admission.
For more information about Big Top Bowl visit www.TheTeslaGroup.com/AERkids
212.252.4039

Bowlmor Lanes | 10 University Place

Here is another interesting event for today:

October 24, 2009

Anna Wintour Sylvain Gaboury /PR Photos	Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy Sylvain Gaboury /PR Photos

Check out our newly updated Celebrities Out and About in New York City for photos of the latest events and parties.

The White Ribbon

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the 2009 New York Film Festival selection Michael Haneke’s The White Ribbon (Das Weisse Band).

Vogue's Grace Coddington
Fashion Night Out
September 10, 2009
Photo Credit Daniel Perry

Just Updated: Check out September 2009 Fashion Week Tent People for photos of the wild fashions worn by the people who ATTENDED New York Fashion Week.

October 23, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella review of the Lars von Trier’s Antichrist, which opens today, Friday, October 23, 2009.

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Kann Albou's The Wedding Song, which also opens today, Friday, October 23, 2009.

October 22, 2009

Here is a hot tip for today:

2nd Annual Chashama Film Festival
THE FESTIVAL OF WORLDS
October 22nd - October 26th 2009

The 2nd Annual Chashama Film Festival, funded and curated by film director/producer Rick Kariolic, opens October 22, 2009. The festival explores global expression through film making, while setting the stage for audiences and filmmakers to cultivate the unknown in various cultures. The Chashama Film Festival has become a platform for a spectrum of cultural, political, and philisophical ideologies, presented in an environment designed to foster creative and intellectual expansion. The 2008 Chashama Film Festival spanned three days and screened fifty-four films from all over the world. This year cFF will screen 80 movies from over 30 countires spanning all seven continents.


Chashama| 217 East 42nd Street NYC
www.chafilmfest.com

October 21, 2009

Here is a hot tip for today:

The LABALMA Body Project
Opening Reception: Saturday, October 17th @ 8pm – Late
Symposium: Sunday, October 18th, 4 - 7pm
Exhibition on View: October 17th - November 17th
The 14th Street Y

A collaboration of artists from LABA: The National Laboratory for New Jewish Culture at the 14th Street Y in New York City and Alma Home for Hebrew Culture in Tel-Aviv, the LABALMA Body Project is an artistic exploration of the Body in relation to Jewish Text and Contemporary Culture. The LABALMA Body Exhibition features new work in various mediums including photography, video, painting, and drawing, created by artists living in New York and Tel Aviv. It asks to capture how the body can be interpreted on an axis that combines contemporary and ancient perspectives, everyday experience and the spiritual/ritual realm. It seeks to trace the role place plays in the expression (or equation) of the Body. The Body Symposium will feature a lively round table discussion addressing aspects of the Jewish Body and the Israeli Body as seen by contemporary artists through Jewish text and contemporary art.

Exhibit and Symposium are FREE and open to the public. For more information visit www.labalma.org and www.14StreetY.org

The 14th Street Y | 344 E. 14th Street at 1st Avenue

October 20, 2009

Hot Tip: The CMJ Music Festival opens today:

CMJ Music Festival
October 20-24, 2009
Various New York Venues

The CMJ Music and Film Festival is roaring into town playing a various venues throughout New York City. Click here for information about the Music Festival and here for informatin about the Film Festival.

Various Venues

Just Published: Read Allison Ford's review of the Greenday musical, American Idiot, which is playing in Berklee, California through November 15, 2009. American Idiot is planning on transferring to Broadway.

Here is another interesting event for today:

Conversations with Culture
“Contemporary Performance and God”
October 20th at 7pm
Location TBA

Performance Space 122 is pleased to announce the premiere of a new program titled “Conversations with Culture,” a series of public panel discussions engaging non-performing arts community members in a dialogue about the art, politics, and life that happens on our stages. These discussions endeavor to reinsert performance into the cultural, economic, and environmental debates coursing through contemporary society, from which it has recently largely been excluded. On October 20th, PS122 will inaugurate this series with the panel discussion “Contemporary Performance and God,” a debate about the relationship between performance and contemporary religious practice.

Participants include
JAY WEGMAN, Director of the Abrons Art Center and ordained Reverend
MORGAN THORSON, choreographer: HEAVEN premiering at Performance Space 122 on October 25th
JOHN MERZ, Diocese of New York Episcopal Chaplain to NYU

Email artsdevelopment@ps122.org to RSVP and we’ll email you the location.
FREE and open to the Public

October 19, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Spike Jonze's Where the Wild Things Are, which opened this weekend in New York City.

October 18, 2009

Diego Binetti Fashion Show
Photo Credit Mark Tauriello

Just Published: Read Mark Tauriello's article and see his photographs of the Diego Binetti Fashion Show at Exit Art.

October 17, 2009

Just Published: Read Elias Stimac's interview with Rick Kariolic, the founder of the upcoming Chashama Film Festival from October 22-26, 2009.

October 16, 2009

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Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Lynn Roth's The Little Traitor (Ha’boged hakaram), which opens today, Friday, October 16, 2009.

Also Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Spring 2010 Philip Lim Show.

October 15, 2009

Anna Sui Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Spring 2010 Fashion week Anna Sui Show.

Here is a fun event for today:

We Are Not Birds (Enjoy Your Flight!)
Thursday October 15. 8PM
Ars Nova Theater

Lauren Blumenfeld welcomes you aboard flight 1016! How may she serve you? With her signature off-kilter delivery, Flight Attendant Blumenfeld asks you to fasten your seatbelt as she examines what it means to serve, be nice, be happy, and demand happiness from others. Enjoy your flight! Written by Bekah Brunstetter and directed by Stephen Brackett.

Tickets $15. For more information or advance purchase visit
arsnovanyc.com

Ars Nova Theater | 511 W 54 St.

October 14, 2009

Gottex Swimwear
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Spring 2010 Fashion Week Gottex Show.

October 13, 2009

Alejandra Dehaza
of School of Seven Bells
Photo Credit Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams' article and see Amy Davidson's photographs of the School for Bells Show at the Seaport.

October 12, 2009

Imelda May
Photo Credit Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams' article and see Amy Davidson's photographs of the Imelda May Show at the Nokia Theater.

Cho Cheng Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Also Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Spring 2010 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Cho Chen Show.

October 11, 2009

Here is a interesting event for today:

Bauhaus the Bauhaus
Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM
Sundays at 7 PM.
October 9-11, 16-18, 23-25
November 6-8, 13-15, 20-22
The Brooklyn Lyceum

Modernism! Utopia! Architecture! The Nerve Tank explores the Bauhaus, the seminal German school of design that operated from 1919 until 1933, when the Nazi regime shut it down. bauhaus the bauhaus is a fully immersive research and performance experience, where collective action meets mass production to form a stylized dream of progress. Are the ideals of the Bauhaus alive and well today? Or have they been concealed, co-opted, and Ikea-d to death? This project is a multimedia assembly of music, video, movement, and language. Henry Ford, Tom Wolfe, Walter Gropius and Andy Warhol all make appearances. The company is collaborating on its creation with German dramaturge and director Lutz Kessler.

Running time 70 minutes.
Tickets: $18, Student/Artist $15; Buy tickets: www.nervetank.com, 800 838 3006

The Brooklyn Lyceum | 227 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215

October 10, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Joel Coen, Ethan Coen's A Serious Man which is now playing in New York City.

October 9, 2009

I just received a news alert from the New York Times:

"The U.S. president Barack Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize "for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples," the Nobel Foundation said in Sweden on Friday." Read More:
nytimes.com?emc=na

I am simply bursting with pride for our country.

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Jay DiPietro’s Peter and Vandy, which opens today, October 9, 2009.

For Another Perspective: Read Harvey Karten's review of Jay DiPietro’s Peter and Vandy, which opens today, October 9, 2009.

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And Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Peter Billingsley's Couples Retreat, which opens today, October 9, 2009.

October 8, 2009

Dries Van Noten and Iman
Photo Credit Daniel Perry

Just Published: Read my article and see Daniel Perry's and Nick Hunt of Patrick McMullen's photographs of the 2009 Couture Council Artistry in Fashion Award luncheon at Cipriani honoring Dries Van Noten.

Here is a hot tip: Raphoelle Kessedjian is teaching a Martha Graham beginners dance class at Sal Anthony's Movement Salon on Thursdays at 7:30. Raphoelle is both a talented dancer and a thoughtful teacher. Sal Anthony's Movement Salon is located at 190 Third Avenue, between 17th and 18th Streets. Phone 212) 420-7242. Sal Anthony's Movement Salon.

Here is an interesting event for tonight:

October 7, 2009

Here is an interesting event for tonight:

ArtTalk: Philip-Lorca diCorcia
Wednesday, October 7, 2009, 6:30 p.m.
Christie’s

Philip-Lorca diCorcia, one of the most compelling photographers on the contemporary art scene, will be the speaker at the next AFA ArtTalk. His recent show at the David Zwirner gallery earlier this year--comprised of 1,000 Polaroid photographs taken over a period of 25 years--was described by Roberta Smith of The New York Times as "technically perfect, highly personal, full of life." The lecture will be followed by a question-and-answer session and wine reception hosted by Christie's.

Tickets: $15; $10 students with valid ID. For reservations, please call 212.988.7700 ext. 210, email arttalks@afaweb.org, or visit http://www.nycharities.org/beta/EventLevels.aspx?ETID=410 to make a reservation online.

Christie’s | 20 Rockefeller Plaza | 49th Street
Between 5th and 6th avenues

And another interesting event for today:

Yankee Pitching Great Jim Bouton Signs Copies of New AP Book: New York Yankees 365
October 7, 2009; 12:00 PM
Borders Wall Street

On Wednesday, October 7th at noon former Yankee pitching great Jim Bouton will be signing copies of the new book from the Associated Press, New York Yankees 365 at Borders Wall Street, located at 100 Broadway. The new book is a vivid photo retrospective chronicling the history of the sport’s winningest team with a foreword by Don Mattingly. Taken from the voluminous photo archives of the Associated Press, these images are joined by insightful commentary and a running timeline of major Yankee milestones.
Ticket Price, Phone Numbers: Free admission, book costs $29.95; Call 212-964-1988.

Borders Wall Street |100 Broadway, New York, NY 10005

And here is yet anotehr interesting event for today:

GiveBack Live Music Series
Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 - 8:00 p.m- unknown
Public Assembly (70 north 6th Street, Brooklyn NY)


Each day thousands of New Yorkers go hungry. As music lovers, how do we make our songs matter? By going to our GiveBack Live Music Series show, Wednesday, October 7th at Public Assembly in Brooklyn. All proceeds benefit the feeding programs of The Food Bank for New York City. Featuring bands like, Golden City, The Fear and Trembling, Pow Wow!, Lyrycyst and The Twees is it sure to be a great show for a great cause! Go to: http://www.gimmesound.com/LiveMusicSeriesBrooklyn.cfm for further information!

Tickets can be purchase for $10.00 @ http://www.ticketweb.com


Public Assembly | 70 North 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211

October 6, 2009

Here is a hot tip for tonight:

ERYC TAYLOR DANCE
ONE NIGHT ONLY
Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 8pm
The Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weil Center for Dance

Eryc Taylor Dance will present four world premieres: an as-yet-untitled dance set to Harry Gregson-Williams' All Others Pay Cash from the soundtrack of the film The Taking of Pelham 123; a duet set to the music of The White Stripes, Ginga (pronounced Jenga), the fundamental movement in capoeira, an Afro-Brailian art form combining elements of martial arts, dance, games and music; InsideOut, a pas de deux evoking both fragility and strength, set to music by Sebastian by Terry Davies & The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and Erik Satie's Gnossiennes No.1 - Lent, performed by Lang Lang; and Somewhere//Out There, performed by a quintet to three sections of music: Michael Fakesch's Vacancy Variant Acid Remix, Dario Marianelli's With My Own Eyes, and Conrad Kaneshiro's Autumn. The evening will also include Eminent Domain (2009), a dark, powerful, non-traditional piece danced on pointe by six forceful women who are intensely aware of their individual strengths, but who create a greater collective power together and The Look (2009), a solo that speaks to the memory of the loss of a first love, inspired by the song The Look of Love by Dusty Springfield.

Dancers: Dwayne Brown, Jenna Dannenberger, Isabel Fernandez, Erin Ginn, Lydia Haug, Rachel Hamrick, Hope Kroog, Carly Mayer, and Shane Ohmer. Costume design is by Tonatiuh Otero.

Tickets $25 ($20 for students, $35 with post-show reception)
www.smarttix.com

For more information, visit www.eryctaylor.com.

The Ailey Citigroup Theater| The Joan Weil Center for Dance | 405 W. 55th Street
At Ninth Avenue, NYC

October 5, 2009

Monique in Precious

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the 2009 New York Film Festival selection Lee Daniels’s Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire. The 2009NYFF is running September 26 - October 6, 2009.

October 4, 2009

Yigal Azrouel Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Spring 2010 Fashion Week Yigal Azrouel Show.

October 3, 2009

Chaz and Georgia Wink of Whore's Mascara

Just Published: See Mark Dershowitz's photographs of hot band, Whore's Mascara.

October 2, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Ricky Gervais & Matthew Robinson’s The Invention of Lying, which opens today, Friday, October, 2, 2009.

Also Just Published: For another perspective, read Harvey Karten's review of Ricky Gervais & Matthew Robinson’s The Invention of Lying, which opens today, Friday, October, 2, 2009.

Here is a fun tip for tonight:

BRAZILIAN GIRLS
- MAN MAN and THE PHENOMENAL HANDCLAP BAND
Friday, October 2 Doors at 6:00pm, Show at 8:00pm
The Beach at Governors Island

Over the course of two previous studio albums and countless all-nighters at their East Village clubhouse, Nublu, Brazilian Girls have established a reputation as New York’s premier international party band. To attend a Brazilian Girls show—with its blur of beats, colors and textures—is to experience something like time travel: No one else is quite as capable of making a few hours fly by like a few minutes. For the Girls’ third full-length—the follow-up to 2006’s Talk to La Bomb, which SPIN called “multicultural, cosmopolitan, intellectual dance music: Ibiza meets punk, dub goes tango, trance gets smart.”—singer Sabina Sciubba says she, keyboardist Didi Gutman and drummer Aaron Johnston (bassist Jesse Murphy is on hiatus from the group) wanted to slow down their process. “The pace of recording on our last album was really frenetic,” Sciubba explains. “And we never wanna do the same thing twice. So for this one we decided to really take our time with the writing and recording. We all calmed down a little bit, and we didn’t rush anything.”

$27.50 adv, $30 at door – – Ticket Includes roundtrip Ferry to the Island
Box Office, Will Call, and ticket purchases will all happen on the island.
First ferry will run at the advertised door time.

The Beach at Governors Island

October 1, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Nicolas Winding Refn’s Bronson, which opens tomorrow at the Bam Rose Cinemas at 30 Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn.

September 30, 2009

Karen Black in the Blue Tooth Virgin

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Russell Brown’s The Blue Tooth Virgin, which is playing now in New York City.

Austin Peck of The Blue Tooth Virgin

Also Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's interview with Austin Peck, the star of The Blue Tooth Virgin.

September 29, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the 2009 New York Film Festival selection Samuel Maoz’s Lebanon. The 2009NYFF is running September 26 - October 6, 2009.

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the 2009 New York Film Festival selection Marco Bellocchio’s Vincere (Win). The 2009NYFF is running September 26 - October 6, 2009.

September 28, 2009

Penelope Cruz in Pedro Almodovar’s Broken Embraces (Los abrazos rotos)

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the 2009 New York Film Festival selection Pedro Almodovar’s Broken Embraces (Los abrazos rotos). The 2009NYFF is running September 26 - October 6, 2009.

September 27, 2009

Michael Angel Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Spring 2010 Michael Angel Show.

Also Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella review of the 2009 New York Film Festival selection Lars von Trier’s Antichrist. The 2009NYFF is running September 26 - October 6, 2009.

Sarah Cronin and Thomas Allen of Drug Rug

Also Just Published: Read Turhan Cayalk's article and see Susan Gurevich's photographs of the Drug Rug Show at the Mercury Lounge.

September 26, 2009

Willem Dafoe and Charlotte Gainsbourg in Lars Van Trier's Antichrist

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's Film Column with coverage of the New York Film Festival 09 which is running September 26 - October 6, 2009.

Isaac Mizrahi Fashion Show
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Spring 2010 Isaac Mizrahi Fashion Show. Check back often because we will be published a bucket load of fashion articles in September and October.

September 25, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Michael Moore's Capitalism: A Love Story, which opens today, Friday, September 25, 2009.

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Bob Gosse's I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell, which opens today, Friday, September 25, 2009.

September 24, 2009

Revelers at the Point Suite Art Ball Preparty
Photo Credit Daniel Perry

Just Published: The Point Suite Art Ball is tonight. Click here to get information about the ball and see Daniel Perry's photographs of the preparty at the Gates.

Photo Credit Daniel Perry	Photo Credit Daniel Perry

Also Just Published: See Daniel Perry's photographs of Lincoln Center's Midsummer Night Swing Dance Party.

September 23, 2009

Former President Bill Clinton and President Barack Obama
2009 Clinton Global Initiative - Day 1
Sheraton Hotel / New York City
September 22, 2009
Janet Mayer / PR Photos

Check out out newly updated Celebrities Out and About in New York City for photographs of everyone from President Obama to Kat Von D.

Whitney Port at
Whitney Eve by Whitney Port
September 10, 2009
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Check out our photo essay - September 2009 Fashion Week Tent People for photos of cool people who attended September's fashion shows. Be sure to check our fashion section often. We will not only be updating Tent People but we will publish over 50 fashion show articles over the next month.

September 22, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Casper Andreas and Fred M. Caruso’s The Big Gay Musical, which is playing now in New York City.

Kieran Ledwidge of MOMS

Just Published: Read Lara Longo's article and see her photographs of MOMS (Miracles of Modern Science) at Union Hall in Brooklyn.

September 21, 2009

Les Dones-i-Shakespeare
Photo Credit Katherin Wermke

Just Published: See Katherin Wermke's photographs of Bracelona's massive arts festival, Greco 09.

September 20, 2009

Tina Fey of 30 Rock at the
2008 NBC Universal Experience
May 12, 2008
Anthony Moore/ PR Photos

Cast and Creative Team of Mad Men at the Peabody Awards
June 16, 2009
Janet Mayer/ PR Photos

Breaking News from the Emmys: AMC's Mad Men won the award for best drama for the second time and NBC's 30 Rock won a third straight award for best comedy.

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Richard Eyre's The Other Man, which is playing now in New York City.

September 19, 2009

Jennifer Aniston and Aaron Eckhart in Love Happens

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Brandon Camp's Love Happens, which opened this weekend.

September 18, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's reivew of Steven Soderbergh's The Informant!, which opens today, Friday, September 18, 2009.

Also Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Steve Jacobs’ Disgrace, which opens today, Friday, September 18, 2009.

September 17, 2009

Hot Tip: MoMA presents a wealth of wonderful films Wednesday-Monday. For the schedule, check out our Film Listing section of log onto moma.org/calendar/film_screenings.php.

Here is today's schedule:

Thursday, September 17

1:30 Actualities and Glimmerings of More

All films silent with musical accompaniment by Ben Model

The earliest films that audiences saw, both in the U.S. and abroad, exuded the exotic novelty of a penny arcade attraction. By the turn of the twentieth century, however, filmmakers were beginning to explore the possibilities of the medium as more than a mere novelty, and audiences began to clamor for more ambitious—even “artistic”—fare.

Films of the 1890s. 1894–99. USA. Produced primarily by the Edison Company. 18 min.

Lumière Program I. 1895–96. France. Directed by Louis Lumière, Auguste Lumière. 21 min.

Lumière Program II. 1895–98. France. Directed by Louis Lumière, Auguste Lumière. 20 min.

The Classic American Mutoscope. 1897–1907. USA. Produced by the American Mutoscope and Biograph Company. 10 min.

Pioneer Films by Max Skladanowsky. 1895–96. Germany. Directed by Max Skladanowsky. 8 min.

The Beginnings of British Film. 1901–11. Great Britain. 29 min

4:00 Student Films

Visiting One’s Son (Besöka sin son ) 1967. Sweden. Directed by Roy Andersson. With Maud Backéus, Lars Karlsteen, Kajsa Wilund, Peter Egge. Over the course of a meal, the father of two adult children has an increasingly difficult time keeping his opinions to himself and hiding his disapproval of his son’s lifestyle—not to mention his mustache! In Swedish; English subtitles. 9 min.

To Fetch a Bike (Hämta en cykel ) 1968. Sweden. Directed by Roy Andersson. With Pierre Bené, Monica Lööf. Even in this early short, Andersson proved to be a master at portraying the drama of the quotidian. A minimalistic study of waking up on the wrong side of the bed, To Fetch a Bike shows two young lovers getting ready for a new day. Before the boyfriend can head to work, he must first fetch his bike from the attic with the help of his genuinely grumpy, monosyllabic girlfriend. In Swedish; English subtitles. 17 min.

Lördagen den 5.10 (Saturday October 5) 1969. Sweden. Directed by Roy Andersson. With Rose Lagercrantz, Bernt Hedberg. Andersson captures the essence of an easy-breezy weekend shared by two working-class lovers. Bernt meets his sweet-as-pie girlfriend, Marianne, as she finishes her shift at the bakery, and takes her to visit friends on the outskirts of town. The girls horse around, the guys prepare the garden for winter, and everyone goes for a brisk walk, leaving poor Marianne in bed with a cold the following day. In Swedish; English subtitles. 48 min.

Part of the Filmmaker in Focus: Roy Andersson film exhibition

4:30 In the Heat of the Night 1967. USA. Directed by Norman Jewison. Screenplay by Stirling Silliphant, based on the novel by John Ball. With Sidney Poitier, Rod Steiger, Warren Oates, Lee Grant. “Philadelphia homicide detective Virgil Tibbs gets drawn into a murder mystery in 1967 Sparta, Mississippi. The victim’s widow convinces him to help a bigoted police chief solve the crime. Race relations ignite when a white suspect slaps Tibbs. In Silliphant’s screenplay, Tibbs takes the hit. At Poitier’s insistence, his Tibbs strikes back, furthering the liberation of black men in American cinema. ‘They call me Mr. Tibbs.’ They’d better!” (Dwight Brown, NNPA Syndication/BlackPressUSA.com). NYFCC Best Picture, 1967. 109 min.

Part of the Critical Favorites: The New York Film Critics Circle at 75 film exhibition

7:00 Blind Pig Who Wants to Fly (Babi buta yang ingin terbang ) 2008. Indonesia. Directed by Edwin. With Ladya Cheryl, Pong Harjatmo, Carlo Genta. In a departure from the short films for which he is celebrated, Edwin brings his prodigious talent for episodic, kaleidoscopic storytelling to this compelling feature film. In a series of minimal, slightly surreal tales, characters loosely linked by their minority status as Chinese-Indonesians are set within a contemporary urban Indonesia beset by social and racial tension. Past and present are jumbled, and events are vaguely symbolic and doubtlessly—albeit obscurely—connected to the violent political events playing out on TV. In this expertly crafted universe, the one constant, bizarrely enough, is Stevie Wonder’s “I Just Called to Say I Love You”—sung by each of the characters at different points in the film. In Indonesian; English subtitles. 77 min.

Dajang Soembi, the Woman Who Was Married to a Dog (Dajang Soembi, perempoean jang dikawini andjing) 2004. Indonesia. Directed by Edwin. Following the examples of silent cinema, Indonesian filmmaker Edwin uses expressionistic sets reminiscent of The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari and plot overtones of Oedipus Rex to retell an Indonesian folk tale about a beautiful but dull-witted princess who marries a dog. In Indonesian; English subtitles. 7 min.

Part of the ContemporAsian film exhibition

8:00 Adalen Riots (Ådalen ’31 ) 1969. Sweden. Written and directed by Bo Widerber. With Peter Schildt, Kerstin Tidelius, Roland Hedlund. Right before Andersson made his own debut feature, he worked as assistant director to Bo Widerberg on this film, which is based on the notorious 1931 strikes in a small town in northern Sweden during which five workers were killed by the military. Widerberg’s realistic depiction of class conflict and his ability to situate people within a distinct environment would carry over into Andersson’s own work. Adalen Riots was awarded the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival and received an Oscar nomination. In Swedish; English subtitles. 113 min.

Part of the Filmmaker in Focus: Roy Andersson film exhibition

Hours: Films are screened Wednesday-Monday. For screening schedules, please visit www.moma.org.

Film Admission: $10 adults; $8 seniors, 65 years and over with I.D. $6 full-time students with current I.D. (For admittance to film programs only.) The price of a film ticket may be applied toward the price of a Museum admission ticket when a film ticket stub is presented at the Lobby Information Desk within 30 days of the date on the stub (does not apply during Target Free Friday Nights, 4:00–8:00 p.m.). Admission is free for Museum members and for Museum ticketholders.

http://www.moma.org/visit_moma/admissions.html#filmtickets

http://www.moma.org/calendar/film_screenings.php

September 16, 2009

Hot Tip:

GROOVALOO
the hip hop sensation!
Tue–Wed 7:30pm
Thu–Sat 8pm
Sat 2pm
Sun 2pm & 7:30pm
Dance Chat: Wed, Sep 16
SEP 15–27
The Joyce Theater

Based on the award-winning troupe’s true-to-life experiences and told by the dancers who lived them, GROOVALOO combines the authenticity of A Chorus Line with the energy of STOMP as it embarks on a journey through the diverse world of hip-hop dance. Driven by jaw-dropping displays of physical ability, a vibrant musical score and powerful spoken-word poetry, the show’s intertwined stories chronicle the struggles, hopes and triumphs of the 14 member cast. The Groovaloos, best known for their breakout winning performance on NBC’s “Superstars of Dance,” have inspired audiences from all walks of life to celebrate their passion and purpose, revealing the heart and soul behind this incredible art form.

$59; $35; $19; $10*
Joyce Members $44; $26 For more information or advance purchase, call JOYCECHARGE at 212-242-0800 or visit www.joyce.org

Check out the video at: http://www.groovaloo.com/

The Joyce Theater | 175 8th Ave. New York, NY 10011

September 15, 2009

Here is a fun event for tonight:

Benefit for City Meals on Wheels
Grand Opening Gala Dinner
6:00PM: Sparkling Wine Reception
6:30PM: Dinner
Grand Opening Cocktail Party
8:30PM – 11:00PM
Featuring a preview of the new fall menu
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Aureole

Charlie Palmer and Executive Chef Christopher Lee host a gala dinner and cocktail
party to celebrate the grand opening of the new Aureole. The evening will benefit
Citymeals-on-Wheels. The intimate gala dinner, taking place in the formal dining room, will include a sparkling wine reception and adventurous tasting menu highlighting new fall dishes. A cocktail party with hors d’oeuvre from the new fall menu, decadent desserts and drinks will immediately follow.

$300 per person (*Includes access to the cocktail party immediately following)
Grand Opening Cocktail Party 8:30PM – 11:00PM
Indulge in a selection of hors d’oeuvre and decadent desserts from the new fall menu $100 per person

TO PURCHASE TICKETS: Visit www.citymeals.org/aureole or contact 212.687.1290 or aureoleopening@citymeals.org

Raffle tickets for a chance to win priceless experiences are available for purchase in advance and during the event.

Aureole One Bryant Park| 135 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036
http://www.charliepalmer.com/Properties/Aureole/NY/

September 14, 2009

Here is a worthwhile event for today:

Bea Arthur
Photo Credit Bardford Noble

Celebrating Bea Arthur
Monday, September , 2009 AT 1:00 P.M.
Majestic Theatre

On Monday, September 14, 2009, Five-time Tony Award winner Angela Lansbury will host a memorial for friends and family of Tony and Emmy Award-winning entertainment icon Beatrice Arthur at Broadway's Majestic Theatre (247 W. 44th St.).

Directed by Mark Waldrop, "Celebrating Bea Arthur" will feature remembrances and performances from the late actress's family and friends, including Adrienne Barbeau ("Maude" co-star), Zoe Caldwell, Billy Goldenberg (Arthur's longtime accompanist), Sheldon Harnick (Fiddler on the Roof lyricist), Charlie Hauck ("Maude" head writer), Norman Lear ("Maude" producer), Clinton Leupp, Anne Meara, Rosie O'Donnell, Chita Rivera, Daryl Roth (Bea Arthur on Broadway producer), Jerry Stiller and Rue McClanahan ("The Golden Girls").

The ceremony begins at 1 p.m. and seating is open to the general public on a first-come, first-served admission basis.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Ali Forney Center, one of Ms. Arthur's most beloved charities (www.aliforneycenter.org).

The Ali Forney Center (AFC) is the nation's largest organization dedicated to homeless lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth. AFC currently offers housing to 58 youths in seven residential sites, and also offers two drop-in centers, medical care, mental health treatment, HIV testing and treatment and educational and vocational assistance programs.

AFC's mission is to provide homeless LGBT youth with the support and guidance they need to become healthy, independent adults. Ali Forney was a gay youth who was murdered on the streets of NYC in 1997 at a time when there was no safe shelter for LGBT youths.

Broadway's Majestic Theatre | 247 W. 44th St.

September 13, 2009

Hot Tip: The New York Gypsy Festival is in full swing. Click here for more information.

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the Blu-Ray version of Stephan Elliott’s Easy Virtue.

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams' article and see Amy Davidson's photographs of the All Points West Music Festival.

September 12, 2009

Hot Tip: Mayles Cinema is hosting a screening of Hell Up in East Harlem which deals with the original Purple City crack gang. Click here for more information.

Another Hot Tip:

Christian Brown
Saturday September 12th 7 – 10PM
Open Source Gallery

Looking and seeing are as different from one another as registering a pulse is to “living.” Christian Brown’s obsession with, in his words, “the edges of things,” is a collection of detritus that has been reformed into an alternate and personal historical record. Collage and drawing in his work are explorations into “self” versus the world at large and repesent a singular view of that relationship. This deeply interior look into an artist’s discomfort and inability to register any absolute truths does not evoke the grandeur of nature. However, it does deliver clues as to why we can all appreciate, despite quotidian struggle, the art of being alive.

FREE

Open Source Gallery | 255 17th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
(between 5th Ave and 6th Ave)

September 11, 2009

Sky Ground Zero, September 11, 2008
Photo Credit Angelo Rivera

Today is September 11, 2009, the eighth anniversary of the September 11th attacks. Our hearts go out to the relatives and friends of the victims of 9/11. And we also fervently wish for an end to the two wars - Afghanistan and Iraq - that our country has been embroiled in since the attacks (Iraq was George Bush's "Plus One").

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Sam Garbarski's The Raveski Tango, which opened today, Friday, September 11, 2009.

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Joe Berlinger's Crude, which opened this week.

September 10, 2009

Hot Tip: Tonight is Fashion Night out and all over the city, stores are staying open until 11PM (the event runs from 6PM-11PM) with celebrity appearances and parties. Check out our Fashion News for some of the events (DJ's, cocktails, discounts) and check out American Express for an offer to enroll your credit card and receive a 50 dollar credit on your bill when you spend 300 at Fashion Night out.

Here is a different vibe for tonight:

Libation ft Ian Friday
Thursday September 10, 2009
Sullivan Room

Tea Party Music and Manchildblack invite you to the mecca of global
soul culture, Libation! Tonight, the bi-monthly dance party that Time
Out NY hails as a "full-on throwdown" features DJ Ian Friday along
with special guests. Come and check out why Libation has made Thursday
the new Friday!

flyer link: http://www.sullivanroom.com/sullivanroom/flyers/091009.jpg

21+, 10pm-4am
$10 at the door

www.myspace.com/manchildblack
www.myspace.com/teapartymusic

www.sullivanroom.com

Sullivan Room| 218 Sullivan St.
(btwn Bleecker & W 3rd) New York, NY 10012
Tues - Sun, 9pm - 5am, 21+
Tables: 212.252.2151 | Guestlist: rsvp@sullivanroom.com
Tickets: wantickets.com/sullivanroom
www.sullivanroom.com | myspace.com/sullivanroom

September 9, 2009

Hot Tip: Check out our Fashion News section for multiple fashion events that will take place tomorrow night. Fashion Night Out will be celebrated all over the world on September 11, 2009 from 6-11PM. Have fun!

September 8, 2009

Here is an interesting event for today:

Why Aren't You Naked?
A RED-HOT Media Art Exhibition
September 4th – October 3rd
Gallery Opening Soiree Wednesday September 9th 6pm – midnight
Gallery Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays, 12 Noon – 10:00pm
3 Legged Dog Art & Technology Center

“Why Aren’t You Naked?” is a multimedia exhibition presenting an array of provocative still and moving imagery generated from 3-Legged Dog’s prolific experimental productions over the last 13 years. “Why Aren’t You Naked?” is raucously imaginative, sexually perverse, and intimately introspective. The collection includes HD panoramic video projections, multimedia sculptures, large format prints and high resolution video installations.

Free
www.3LDNYC.org/naked

3LD Art & Technology Center | 80 Greenwich St. @ Rector St.
NYC

September 7, 2009

A Happy and Prosperous Labor Day from New York Cool to all our readers!

February 2009 Diesel Show
Photo Credit Katherin Wermke

Just Published: My article about the upcoming September 2009 Fashion Week shows with information on how you (if you have a lot of money) can attend the shows.

September 6, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of recently release Blue Ray edition of Carlos Cuaron’s Rudo y Cursi.

Also Just Published: Read John Hashop's review of Mean Creek's The Sky (or The Underground).

September 5, 2009

Just Published: Read Elizabeth Murphy's review of the Alvin Band's new album, Mantis Preying.

Here is a Hot Tip for the Labor Day Weekend:

ELECTRIC ZOO NEW YORK
2-DAY OUTDOOR FESTIVAL New York’s Electronic Music Festival
September 5 & 6, 2009 (Labor Day Weekend)
RANDALL’S ISLAND

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th:

Armin van Buuren; Benny Benassi; Danny Tenaglia; Roger Sanchez; Luciano; Robbie Rivera; Marco Carola; Chus & Ceballos; Kaskade; Paco Osuna; Chris Lake; Speedy J; and Martin Buttrich.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th:

David Guetta; Ferry Corsten; Richie Hawtin; Markus Schulz; Special Disco Version featuring James Murphy & Pat Mahoney (LCD Soundsystem/DFA); Frankie Knuckles;
Steve Bug; Josh Gabriel; James Holden; Audion; Menno De Jong; and +Many more artists to be announced!

New York’s premiere electronic music production team Made Event presents the next chapter in their ongoing success story of top-quality electronic music events. This Labor Day weekend on Saturday, September 5th and Sunday, September 6th, 2009, Electric Zoo will transform Randall’s Island Park from 12 noon to 11pm each day into an open-air music festival with the world’s biggest electronic music talent spanning the globe.

Tickets for ELECTRIC ZOO are currently available as single-day passes at $55 and double-pak two-day passes at $100 for General Admission. VIP single-day passes are available at $120 and VIP double-pak two-day passes at $225. VIP passes include a separate VIP entrance, access to VIP lounge with private cash bar, exclusive viewing area at main stage and access to VIP-only deluxe bathrooms. Tickets are available at www.electriczoofestival.com.

www.electriczoofestival.com
twitter.com/ElectricZooNY
Electric Zoo Festival RSS Feed

Randall’s Island Park

September 4, 2009

Here is a fun event for today:

Ports 1961
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Ports 1961 Fall 2009 Fashion Line.

September 2, 2009

Here is a fun event for today:

Free Dance-based Workout Classes with NYSC
Wednesdays at 5:30pm (August 26-September 30)
Herald Square, Broadway and 34th Street

New York Sports Clubs is hosting free dance-based workouts on Wednesdays at 5:30pm in the traffic-free zone of Herald Square. Dance your way to fitness with Zumba, African Dance, Masala Bhangra and Reggae. Each evening will demonstrate different ethnic dance moves and live drummers providing the beats. Bring your workout gear and get ready to boogie with NYSC instructors. For more information and class descriptions visit mysportsclubs.com.

No tickets required. Free event. For more information and class descriptions visit mysportsclubs.com

Herald Square| Broadway and 34th Street

Milly Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read Jenaya Singleton's article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Fall 2009 Milly Collection.

September 1, 2009

Just Published: Read John Hashop's review of David Mead's new album, Almost and Always.

Thuy Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Also Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Thuy Fall 2009 Fashion Line.

August 31, 2009

Rebecca Taylor Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read Jenaya Singleton's article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Rebecca Taylor Fall/Winter 2009 Collection.

August 30, 2009

Jackie Perez Gratz

Just Published: Read Eric Atienza's article about the Giant Squid Show at the Union Pool.

August 29, 2009

Here is a very funny event for tonight for New Yorkers with a highly defined sense of irony:

EL Nightlife Presents A Walk Down the Red Carpet!
August 29th @ 10:00 pm
The Bowery Wine Company

Buy your tickets now and walk down the Red Carpet in front of hundreds of
screaming fans! Get your pictures taken by the paparazzi and give
interviews to the press!

This is the premier event and will be covered by People Magazine, The NY Times, CBS News, Getty and many others. An amazing opportunity for anyone looking to further their career in any industry. You have a chance to be seen and tell over a million people about yourself!

The party will be hosted by The Bowery Wine Company 13 East 1st street

Network with industry professionals and celebrities at the exclusive party

Tickets start at only $40
Just click on this link to purchase your ticket and feel free to email
for customized packages including a limo pickup at your home!

http://elnightlife.mybisi.com/product/181980/Standard-Access_939197.html

The Bowery Wine Company | 13 East 1st street

August 28, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Hirokazu Kore-eda's Still Walking (Aruitemo Aruitemo), which opens today, Friday, August 28, 2009.

Renee Zellweger in My One and Only

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Richard Loncraine's My One and Only, which is playing now in New York City.

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Quentin Tarrantino's Inglorious Basterds, which is playing now in New York City.

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Kari Skogland's Fifty Dead Men Walking, which is playing now in New York City.

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Vicky Jenson's Post Grad, which is playing now in New York City.

August 27, 2009

Here is a fun event for tonight:

AIN'T NUTHIN BUT A HOUSE PARTY
Thursday AUGUST 27th, 2009 @ 4 PM ... until Midnight
WATER TAXI BEACH / LONG ISLAND CITY

Aint Nuthin But A House Party ... Presents
ANBAHP RESIDENT DJ's:Jellybean Benitez
SPECIAL GUEST DJ::: Tony Touch
CLASSICS ...ON THE BEACH .... HOUSE MUSIC ALL DAY... HOUSE MUSIC ALL NIGHT LONG...
Hosted By: Robbi & Evelyn Santos
The vibe begins @ 4 PM ... until Midnight

General Admission: FREE .... before 6pm
After 6pm
General Admission: $10.00
ANBAHP Members: $5.00 -
STAY CONNECTED.....
jb's website::: http://jellybeanbenitez.com
Twitter::: http://twitter.com/heyjellybean

WATER TAXI BEACH | LONG ISLAND CITY

Arlo Guthrie
Photo Credit Susan Guerevich

Just Published: Read John Proctor's article and see Susan Guerevich's photographs of the Arlo Guthrie Concert at the American Express River to River Festival.

Brian Reyes Fashion
Photo Credit Cindy Ord

Just Published: Read my article and see Cindy Ord's photographs of the Brian Reyes Fall 2009 line.

August 26, 2009

Breaking News: Senator Edward M Kennedy of Massachusetts has died. The seventy-seven year old Kennedy was suffering from brain cancer. A lion of the Senate, Kennedy will be sorely missed.

Our sympathies go out to his family and friends and we also send a message to Congress to finally pass a bill that will establish universal health care in his memory. The only thing Congress needs to solve this problem is courage.

Hot Tip:

Wish You Were Here Swap
August 20th – September 13th
Various Venues

This autumn prepare for a transatlantic experience. From August 20th to September 13th, a celebrated slice of London will descend on New York’s Lower East Side, followed in October by a reciprocal visit to the Newburgh Quarter featuring the Big Apple’s best. This is a unique exchange of 30 independent boutiques reflecting signature trends in the form of fashion, accessories and lifestyle products set within exciting ‘pop-up’ environments. All designers taking part in this project will be completely new to each city bringing an element of welcome surprise and emphasizing each neighborhood’s design diversity. The Newburgh Quarter and Lower East Side are both renowned for their unique flavor within a metropolitan environment– both home to a mix of the established and the emerging....

Various Events – All Free!

www.wishyouwerehereswap.com

Pop-Up Shop|186 Orchard
Fashion Show: Municipal Parking Lot between Broome, Ludlow & Essex

August 25, 2009

Mac Mccaughan of Superchunk
Photo credit Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua William's article and see Amy Davidson's photographs of Versus and Superchuk at the Seaport - part of the American Express River to River Festival.

August 24, 2009

Health
Photo credit Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams and see Amy Davidson's photographs of the Pool Party with Black Lips and Health.

Aimee Echo
Photo Credit Mark Tauriello

Also Just Published: Read Mark Tauriello's article and see his photographs of music and fashion icon Aimee Echo.

August 23, 2009

Tyra Banks
Janet Mayer/PR Photos

Check out our recently updated Celebrities Out and About in New York City.

Just Published: Read Daniel Bindschedler's review of The Blake's new album, Souvenir.

August 22, 2009

We have the winners of the New York Cool Gossip Girl Essay Contest. Click on this link to read the winning essays.

August 21, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Ang Lee's Taking Woodstock, which opens Wednesday, August 26, 2009.

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Spike Lee's Passing Strange, which opens today, Friday, August 21, 2009.

August 20, 2009

Michelle Harper and Victor De Souza
Photo Credit Brandie Raasch

Just Published: Read my article and see Brandie Raasch's photographs of the Couture Council of the Fashion Institute of Technology Summer Party.

Also Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the DVD release of John Cassavetes’ Husbands.

August 19, 2009

Here is a fun event for tonight:

THE WAU WAU SISTERS’ LAST SUPPER
ENCORE PERFORMANCE
ONE NIGHT ONLY!
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19TH at 8PM
Performance Space 122

Following a sold out performance The Wau Wau Sisters return by popular demand to conjure a funny, raucous, ridiculous reinvention of The Last Supper – complete with 12 Disciples, umpteen cocktails, endless fun and fearless abandon!

New York City's bravest and bawdiest duo, The Wau Wau Sisters invite one and all in to their garden of unearthly delights and debauchery and deliver an hour of profanity and divinity! Straddling the hilarious gap between religious and related, performance art and party, busking and burlesque, this show is sure to make you want to convert to their cunning cult!

Who says you're not allowed to love EVERYBODY?! Let the Wau Wau Sisters show you the way! With a defiant mix of hell-raising humour and mesmerizing mayhem, watch catholic school girls turned born-again Country Western stars gather dandy’s, derelicts and disciples along the way, and build to a bacchanalian finale, A LAST SUPPER full of saviours, savants and showgirls!!

http://www.wauwausisters.com/pages/legend.html

Tickets: $20 and $15 (students/seniors). Tickets and P.S. 122 Passports are now on sale and available at www.ps122.org, by calling TheaterMania at 212-352-3101, and the Performance Space 122 Box Office. Note: The P.S. 122 Passport is a bundle of 5 tickets for only $55 that can be used in ANY combination to the 2009-10 season performances.

Performance Space| 122 150 First Avenue @ E. 9th Street| New York, NY 10009

August 18, 2009

Hot Tip: The Gossip Girl Essay Contest deadline has been extended until midnight August 19th and two new prizes have been added.

Just Published: See Katherin Wermke's photographs of backstage at the American Express Diane Von Furstenberg Show.

Highline Park
Photo Credit Angelo Rivera

Also Just Published: See Angelo Rivera's photographs of the new Highline Park.

August 17, 2009

Team Robespierre
Photo Credit Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams' article and see Amy Davidson's photographs of the River Rocks concert with Team Robespierre, Matt & Kim and Flostradamus.

Model Chanel Iman
Photo Credit Katherin Wermke

Just Published: Read my article and see Katherin Wermke's photographs of The Day/Arise African Fashion Collective Fashion Show.

August 16, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the Blue Ray Edition of Laurent Cantet’s The Class, which was just released.

Also Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the Blue Ray Edition of Steve Shill’s Obsessed, which was also just released.

And Also Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of the DVD Edition of Rowan Woods' Fragments, which was also just released.

August 15, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Neill Blomkamp's District 9, which opened this weekend.

Just Published: Read Elizabeth Murphy's review of Bryan Scary's Mad Valentine EP.

Political Talk: There is an interesting article in MSNBC.com about how British citizens are reacting with outrage to the U. S. anti-reform activists who are criticizing their National Health Care . The gist of the article is yes, NHS could be better but health care is a human right and they have no interest in a system like ours that supplies great health care for the wealthy and not so much or nothing for everyone else. I don't know about you, but I live in the United States, am insured by a major insurance company and I still have to wait to see my doctor, really wait to see a specialist and schedule routine test as much as a year in advance. AND, if I don't want to pay full freight, I HAVE to use generic drugs. So we already have rationing right here, right now. And this "rationing" has nothing to do with our government, none of the health care reform bills have passed so far.

I personally think we need to go to a single payer system by simply eliminating the words "over 65" from the Medicare law. Yes, this might eliminate the insurance companies from the system, but is anyone going to cry over the loss of their beloved insurance company? As for their employees, Medicare will certainly be hiring.

August 14, 2009

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Robert Schwentke's The Time Traveler's Wife, which opens today, Friday, August 14, 2009.

August 13, 2009

Leighton Meester as Blair and
Blake Lively as Serena
Photo Credit:
Giovanni Rufino / The CW© 2009

Just Published: Read about the Gossip Girl Essay Contest. Tell us how the marvelous excesses of Gossip Girl inspire you to get through your daily grind. Win a Gossip Girl tee shirt! Be published in New York Cool!

LaCoste
Photo Credit Katherin Wermke

Just Published: Read Jenary Singleton's story and see Katherin Wermke's photographs of LaCoste Fall 2009 Fashions.

August 12, 2009

The Dirty Projectors
Photo Credit Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams' article and see Amy Davidsons' photographs of the Dirty Projectors, Magnolia Electric Co and Crystal Antlers' JellyNYC Pool Party music show.

Fashion Designer Zang Toi and Model
Photo Credit Katherin Wermke

Also Just Published: Read my article and see Katherin Wermke's photographs of the Zang Toi Fall Winter 2009 Fashion Presentation.

August 11, 2009

Just Published: Read Elizabeth Murphy's review of Mazel Tov, Mis Amigos.

Carlos Campos Fall 2009
Photo Credit Belkis Carrasco

Just Published: Read my article and see Belkis Carrasco's photographs of the Carlos Campos Fall 2009 Fashion Show.

August 10, 2009

Walter Parks and Richie Havens (R)
Photo Credit Brandie Raasch

Just Published: Read Daniel-Rene Peter Bindschedler's article and see Brandie Raasch's photographs of the Richie Havens Concert at Castle Clinton.

Hot Tip: I saw Avenue Q for the first time last night and it was everything, everyone said it was - hysterically funny and very dirty. Those puppets really know how to "get it on." If you have not seen the show, get tickets and go because it is closing on September 13th. And don't wait until September because by then, there will be enough nostalgia buffs to drive away the necessity to discount the tickets. But now, in August, there are discounted Q tickets at TKTS in Times Square and through Theatermania (you have to log in, but it is free).

P. S. Avenue Q is not just a puppet show. There are some incredible actors with great voices holding those perverted little puppets.

August 9, 2009

2009 New York Fringe Festival

Just Published: My theater column with coverage of the 2009 New York Fringe Festival which will be playing in New York City from August 14 - 30th.

Murat Han and Ozgu Namal in Bliss

Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of Abdullah Oguz's Bliss (Mutluluk), which opened this weekend.

Editor's Note: Bliss is an incredibly moving, absolutely beautiful film.

Here is a fun event for today:

August 8, 2009

Here are two fun events for today:

The Rockette Experience
Saturdays and Sundays
August 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th & 30th@t 10:15am & 1:15pm
Radio City Music Hall

The Rockette Experience is a four-hour learning workshop that offers a unique educational dance class in which a member of the world-famous Rockettes will provide aspiring dancers with invaluable guidance and instruction in precision dance and technique. All participants will learn two numbers from America’s#1 Holiday Show—The Radio City Christmas Spectacular—taught by the Spectacular’s leading ladies. The workshop will also feature a mock audition, complete with a Rockette Q&A, as well as the chance to get an exclusive look behind-the-scenes at the legendary Music Hall as part of the Radio City Music Hall Stage Door Tour!

Tickets are $108 for participants, $28.95 for chaperones and guests (includes the Stage Door Tour) Register online at www.rocketteexperience.com, or by calling 212-631-4354.

Radio City Music Hall | 1260 Avenue of the Americas (6th ave) and 50th St.

And:

Summer Streets 2009 - Your City. YOUR STREETS! Your Playground.
AUGUST 8th, 15th, and 22nd - 7:00AM-1:00PM
The Streets of New York

For three consecutive Saturday mornings this August, Park Avenue and connecting streets from the Brooklyn Bridge to Central Park will again be temporarily closed to vehicle traffic. The 6.9 mile route will be open for all to walk, bike, skate, run and play. Take part in free fitness classes, family and art activities, listen to musical performances along the route, and enjoy free bike and skate share. Come out and see New York in a whole new way!
For more information visit the Summer Streets website at http://www.nyc.gov/summerstreets

The Streets of New York

August 7, 2009

Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Nora Ephron’s Julie and Julia, which opens today, Friday, August 7, 2009.

Milla Jovovich and Kiele Sanchez in A Perfect Getaway

Also Just Published: Read Harvey Karten's review of David Twohy's A Perfect Getaway, which also opens today, Friday, August 7, 2009.

And Also Just Published: Read Frank J. Avella's review of Sophie Barthes’ Cold Souls, which also opens Friday, August 7, 2009.

August 6, 2009

Here is a worthwhile event for today:

Cancer Research Instute Young Philanthropists
2nd Annual Midsummer Social
August 6th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tenjune

The Cancer Research Institute Young Philanthropists are hosting the 2nd Annual Midsummer Social to support the Institute's groundbreaking research in cancer immunology. This year's party is going to be bigger than last year, so join us and help us raise even more money and awareness for CRI's important work.

There will be 2 hours of premium open bar, music by special guest DJ Andrew G and your chance to win exclusive prizes in the VIP raffle. All proceeds go to CRI’s cancer research programs.

Tickets are limited so get yours now!

Tenjune | 26 Little West 12th Street
(between 9th Ave & Washington Street)
New York, New York 10014
(646) 624-2410

A Camp

Just Published: Read Matt Boyd's review of A Camp's new album, Colonia.

August 5, 2009

Political Talk: Just a note to say how thrilled everyone at New York Cool is with the release of journalists Euna Lee and Laura Ling from prison in North Korea. And many thanks for former President Clinton, President Barack Obama, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former Vice President Al Gore (the journalists worked for Current TV, a media venture founded by Gore) for working tirelessly to negotiate their release.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Maziar Bahari, a Newsweek journalist who is being held without charge in Iran and Lubna Ahmed al-Hussein who is facing flogging in Somalia for wearing pants under her hajib and to all other journalists who are being imprisoned and persecuted for daring to write.

At New York Cool, we have no power to make change other than to name and shame. So shame on North Korea, Iran, Somalia and all other countries that persecute journalists. The world is watching you.

Taylor Momsen
Janet Mayer / PR Photos

Check out our recently updated Celebrities Out and About in New York City for photographs of the casts of Gossip Girl, Bollywood Hero, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra and Julie & Julia.

Here is an interesting event for today:

The Mission Tour
Wednesday, August 5 at 7:30pm
Sullivan Hall

The Mission Tour is an artist showcase headlined by hip-hop artist, Traum Diggs. It features a number of acts ranging from Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Dance Hall and Comedy. The tour features no more than 4-5 acts per showcase which includes two or three opening acts and two headliners.

Traum Diggs is a Hip Hop artist whose style, ability, and approach shatters conventional wisdom and all preconceived assumptions. Traum, along with his live band, Bullyfoot Massive are giving hope for hip hop with delicious grooves and powerful lyrics. According to one fan "Traum Diggs has convinced me there’s no other way. Watching these artists perform was like viewing the difference between a tube TV and a HD TV; making you realize that what’s heard on the radio isn’t hip-hop."

$10
www.623ent.com
www.myspace.com/traumdiggsmusic

Sullivan Hall | 214 Sullivan St.
Btwn Bleeker and W. 3rd

August 4, 2009

Black Moth Super Rainbow
Photo Credit Amy Davidson

Just Published: Read Joshua Williams article and see Amy Davidson's photographs of the Black Moth Super Rainbow, Blank Dogs and Dan Friel Show at the Seaport.

August 3, 2009

Tigerlily Summer Cocktail Luncheon
Photo Credit Brandi Raasch

Just Published: Read Jenaya Singleton's article and see Brandi Raasch's photographs of the Tigerlily Swim Wear Summer Cocktail Luncheon on the rooftop of the W Hotel .

August 2, 2009

Here is an interesting event for tonight and a chance to release your inner Brazilian:

August 1, 2009

Here is a fun and free event for tonight:

Tony Howell Dance Class
Photo Credit Angelo Rivera

Tony Howell Dance Class
Photo Credit Angelo Rivera

African/Afro-Caribbean Dance
Saturdays 7:15 - 8:15
Aug.1, 8, 15th and Sept.12 and 26th
Jewish Community Center

FREE AFRICAN/AFRO-CARIBBEAN DANCE
visit Martinique, Haiti, Brazil, Liberia, Ghana and Guinea!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Join Tony Howell at the Jewish Community Center 334 Amsterdam Ave. near 76th street at 7:15 - 8:15 pm on saturdays on Aug.1, 8, 15th and sept.12 and 26th.

Free

Click here for New York Cool's coverage of last summer's classes.

http://www.newyorkcool.com/archives/2008/August/new-york-stories_Tony_Howell.htm

Jewish Community Center | 334 Amsterdam Ave.

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