Mark Kostabi News

Composers Concordance presents its 7th Annual Festival, entitled 'Art of Sound'. Inspired by contemporary art in NYC, the festival consists of five concerts, to be held at a wide array of venues.

Art is a language. Foreign to many and understood by few, her language is subtle, self-referential, sublime and mercurial. Most agree a picture is worth a thousand words but which thousand and does that tell the full story? The Artists Talk on Art (ATOA) panel series is the longest on-going dialogue in the visual arts. Once upon a time it was a unique idea to have artists talk about their art. Today talks occur almost daily in NYC at Museums, galleries and on social media threads. To celebrate the legacy the ATOA has organized 'Going Postal' a postcard style fundraiser to help with costs associated with running the non-profit and the work and cost to deliver over 40 years of historical dialogues to the Smithsonian's Archives of American Art.

From February 14 to 26, Theater for the New City will present the American premiere of 'Appendage' by Irish expatriate writer Derek Murphy.  The dark comedy is staged by Mary Tierney, founder of the legendary Quaigh Lunchtime Series, in her return to the director's chair.

Martin Lawrence Galleries (MLG) South Coast has partnered with the City of Costa Mesa to declare October 2016 as Mark Kostabi Month. Kostabi will be presented with a proclamation from Costa Mesa's Mayor Stephen Mensinger at 'Meet the Artist: Mark Kostabi.' Kostabi is a prominent figure from the New York 1984 East Village art scene. The public art reception will take place October 22, 2016, from 7-9PM. MLG South Coast is located at 3333 Bear Street, Suite 202, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. 'Why are the figures faceless? It's a universal language free of racial limitations, and a reflection of society's fear of individuality,' said Mark Kostabi, Artist. 'The MLG South Coast has been in business for over 40 years and self-proclaimed Mark Kostabi is a California State University Fullerton alumn with Southern California roots that we associate with as a local art business,' said Kenneth W. Lawrence, Gallery Director. 'The City of Costa Mesa residents are exposed to the fine taste of performing arts, yet, to celebrate the accomplishments of Mr. Mark Kostabi shall bring inspiration to the emerging visual artists,' said Stephen Mensinger, Mayor of Costa Mesa. 'Our Cultural Arts Committee works with City Council to bring art awareness to the residents in the City of the Arts.' Martin Lawrence Galleries (MLG) is Orange County's premier Gallery of Fine Art in South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa. MLG specializes in original paintings, sculptures and limited editions by Warhol, Picasso, Chagall and many others. Appetizers will be provided by Irvine's Angelina's Pizzeria Napoletana. 'Our passion is to create artisanal meals that are authentic to Italy, so welcoming Mark Kostabi was a natural fit since he is part of Italy's art market,' said Sho Fusco, Angelina's proprietor. Wine will be supplied by Costa Mesa's art studio Inspired Art and Wine. Follow MLG South Coast on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. #KostabiMonthOct2016 Jamie Perlman, Martin Lawrence Galleries South Coast, MLGSouthCoast@martinlawrence.com. Matt Kovacs, BLAZE PR, MKovacs@blazepr.com.

AMERICAN PSYCHO, which began previews on March 24th, just celebrated its Opening Night on Broadway last night, April 21, 2016, at the Gerald SchoenfeldTheatre (236 West 45th Street). The American premiere of a new musical based on the iconic novel by Bret Easton Ellis, which recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of its publication, stars Benjamin Walker (Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson) as Patrick Bateman. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special night and you can check out photos from the after party below!

AMERICAN PSYCHO, which began previews on March 24th, just celebrated its Opening Night on Broadway last night, April 21, 2016, at the Gerald SchoenfeldTheatre (236 West 45th Street). The American premiere of a new musical based on the iconic novel by Bret Easton Ellis, which recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of its publication, stars Benjamin Walker (Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson) as Patrick Bateman. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special night and you can check out photos from the red carpet theatre arrivals below!

'Great Kills' by Tom Diriwachter is a darkly comic tale of a get-rich-quick scheme in Staten Island that goes awry. Theater for the New City (TNC) will present the play's debut run tonight, March 26 to April 12, featuring Joe Pantoliano (who is noted for his starring roles on Broadway, film and TV), Robert Homeyer and Peter Welch. Jonathan Weber directs.

'Great Kills' by Tom Diriwachter is a darkly comic tale of a get-rich-quick scheme in Staten Island that goes awry. Theater for the New City (TNC) will present the play's debut run March 26 to April 12, featuring Joe Pantoliano (who is noted for his starring roles on Broadway, film and TV), Robert Homeyer and Peter Welch. Jonathan Weber directs.

Miami Art Guide World Erotic Art Museum presents Erotikostabi: Works by Mark Kostabi opening with a reception, December 1st, 2014 at 9:00 pm and running thru April 30, 2105 at the World Erotic Art Museum.

Cable television legend Robin Byrd brings her bawdy program to life every Today night with THE ROBIN BYRD SHOW LIVE! Performances begin tonight, Dec. 1 at The Cutting Room, Manhattan's newest venue. For the first time, Robin Byrd will host strippers, burlesque dancers, comedians, musicians, celebrities, novelty acts and other sexy performers live onstage in

Cable television legend Robin Byrd brings her bawdy program to life every Saturday night with THE ROBIN BYRD SHOW LIVE! Performances begin Saturday, Dec. 1 at The Cutting Room, Manhattan's newest venue. For the first time, Robin Byrd will host strippers, burlesque dancers, comedians, musicians, celebrities, novelty acts and other sexy performers live onstage in

Award winning, New York artist Robin Antar is the first female artist to exhibit at NYC's POP International Galleries. Antar will have numerous works represented at Pop International Galleries at 473 West Broadway beginning March 2012. The Soho gallery fills an important niche in New York City, as it is the only street level gallery with a special, fun and important focus. In business since 1997, it has become the pre-eminent center making POP Art available to collectors of all types.

This past Monday night, host Jim Caruso and musical director Billy Stritch along with bassist Steve Doyle oversaw another edition of Cast Party, the wildly successful open mic night, which tours the country celebrating local talent. The event, made up of impromptu musical performances, has been running every Monday at Birdland in New York City for the past eight years.

Bidding begins at noon EST on eBay for the 5th annual BID 2 BEAT AIDS, a massive auction of rare and autographed items from stars in music, film, Broadway, sports, and television.