THE PRINCE AND THE MAGIC FLUTE Comes to Puppetworks
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Adapted for children by Nicolas Coppola from Mozart's opera, The Prince and The Magic Flute is set in mystical Egypt and tells the comical adventures of a Prince and a Birdcatcher as they try to rescue a Princess.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Adapted for children by Nicolas Coppola from Mozart's opera, The Prince and The Magic Flute is set in mystical Egypt and tells the comical adventures of a Prince and a Birdcatcher as they try to rescue a Princess.
BAM Black Comix Expo Celebrates Comics Of Color
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
BAM and The Black Comics Collective will present a free day-long expo celebrating comics of color on February 11. The showcase will feature over 20 comic exhibitors, a panel discussion with writers and social activists, a children's art workshop led by artist Akinseye Brown, and a superhero cosplay showcase for fans of all ages.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
BAM and The Black Comics Collective will present a free day-long expo celebrating comics of color on February 11. The showcase will feature over 20 comic exhibitors, a panel discussion with writers and social activists, a children's art workshop led by artist Akinseye Brown, and a superhero cosplay showcase for fans of all ages.
Live Animated Comedy Show PICTURE THIS Comes to Union Hall
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
The only Live Animated Comedy Show, Picture This comes to Union Hall on Saturdays in 2018! PICTURE THIS! is a new show from Brandie Posey & Sam Varela: two girls who want to push the boundaries of what a comedy show can be. Picture This! is a live comedy show with stand-ups performing while they are drawn live by some of the best animators, cartoonists, and other artists around! Picture This! was started in Los Angeles almost four years ago and since then has traveled to New York, San Francisco, Portland, New Orleans, Denver, Iowa, Indiana, Toronto, New Zealand, Australia & more! The comedians don't know what the animators are drawing and the animators don't know how the comedians will react.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
The only Live Animated Comedy Show, Picture This comes to Union Hall on Saturdays in 2018! PICTURE THIS! is a new show from Brandie Posey & Sam Varela: two girls who want to push the boundaries of what a comedy show can be. Picture This! is a live comedy show with stand-ups performing while they are drawn live by some of the best animators, cartoonists, and other artists around! Picture This! was started in Los Angeles almost four years ago and since then has traveled to New York, San Francisco, Portland, New Orleans, Denver, Iowa, Indiana, Toronto, New Zealand, Australia & more! The comedians don't know what the animators are drawing and the animators don't know how the comedians will react.
Sophie Amieva Theater Company to Stage New Work MEDUSA with Experimental Bitch Presents
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Medusa, an original movement theater piece, will run for four performances from January 12th-14th at HappyLucky No.1 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Medusa, an original movement theater piece, will run for four performances from January 12th-14th at HappyLucky No.1 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Public Library and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy to present A NIGHT OF PHILOSOPHY AND IDEAS
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy will present A Night of Philosophy and Ideas, a free sunset-to-sunrise event bringing philosophers, musicians, artists, and authors from around the world in conversation with the Brooklyn and Greater New York community at the historic Central Library at Grand Army Plaza from 7PM to 7AM on January 27 28. This year's edition commemorates the 50th anniversary of the global 1968 student-led protests and will explore how collective action can inform public affairs and daily life, and motivate national and international change.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy will present A Night of Philosophy and Ideas, a free sunset-to-sunrise event bringing philosophers, musicians, artists, and authors from around the world in conversation with the Brooklyn and Greater New York community at the historic Central Library at Grand Army Plaza from 7PM to 7AM on January 27 28. This year's edition commemorates the 50th anniversary of the global 1968 student-led protests and will explore how collective action can inform public affairs and daily life, and motivate national and international change.
Title:Point And The Exponential Festival present EVERYTHING OF ANY VALUE
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Everything of Any Value is a classic, original-ish, work of unimaginable strength and overwhelming cowardice from 'devisers of some of the zaniest theater in New York' (Time Out NY), Title:Point!
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Everything of Any Value is a classic, original-ish, work of unimaginable strength and overwhelming cowardice from 'devisers of some of the zaniest theater in New York' (Time Out NY), Title:Point!
A NEW BRAIN At Gallery Players Opens January 27th
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Gallery Players will begin 2018 with William Finn and James Lapine's A New Brain. It is an autobiographical musical exploring illness and the healing power of art. A New Brain features music and lyrics by William Finn; book by William Finn and James Lapine. The show started as a concert at The Public Theater in 1996, then premiered Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center in 1998, directed by Graciela Daniele and featuring Malcolm Gets. In 2015 City Center presented A New Brain in their Encores! series with the cast headed by Jonathan Groff.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Gallery Players will begin 2018 with William Finn and James Lapine's A New Brain. It is an autobiographical musical exploring illness and the healing power of art. A New Brain features music and lyrics by William Finn; book by William Finn and James Lapine. The show started as a concert at The Public Theater in 1996, then premiered Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center in 1998, directed by Graciela Daniele and featuring Malcolm Gets. In 2015 City Center presented A New Brain in their Encores! series with the cast headed by Jonathan Groff.
Magic At Coney!!! Announces Featured Performers for The Sunday Matinee
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Magical Promotions, together with Coney Island USA, presents an afternoon of fun and wonder for the entire family. Magic at Coney!!! is a magical variety show highlighting a vast array of magicians; featuring illusionists, escape artists, mentalists and close-up magicians from around the world.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Magical Promotions, together with Coney Island USA, presents an afternoon of fun and wonder for the entire family. Magic at Coney!!! is a magical variety show highlighting a vast array of magicians; featuring illusionists, escape artists, mentalists and close-up magicians from around the world.
White Horse Theater to Present Immersive Tennessee Williams Play at the Players Club
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
In February, the White Horse Theater Company, which has produced several rarely seen Williams plays such as A Perfect Analysis Given by a Parrot, In the Bar of a Tokyo Hotel and I Can't Imagine Tomorrow, will present a unique & immersive production of the Tennessee Williams dark comedy A Cavalier for Milady at the historic Players Club at Gramercy Park (16 Gramercy Park South) with performances on February 7 at 8pm, February 8 at 8pm and February 9 at 7pm and 9:30pm. The 2/7 show will be followed by a WHTC 15th Anniversary Celebration with a live jazz performance and the 2/8 show will be followed by a moderated talk-back with renowned Tennessee Williams scholar Dr. Annette J. Saddik.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
In February, the White Horse Theater Company, which has produced several rarely seen Williams plays such as A Perfect Analysis Given by a Parrot, In the Bar of a Tokyo Hotel and I Can't Imagine Tomorrow, will present a unique & immersive production of the Tennessee Williams dark comedy A Cavalier for Milady at the historic Players Club at Gramercy Park (16 Gramercy Park South) with performances on February 7 at 8pm, February 8 at 8pm and February 9 at 7pm and 9:30pm. The 2/7 show will be followed by a WHTC 15th Anniversary Celebration with a live jazz performance and the 2/8 show will be followed by a moderated talk-back with renowned Tennessee Williams scholar Dr. Annette J. Saddik.
Target Margin Theater Announces 2018 Company Artists And Programs In Brooklyn
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Following the opening of the Company's first permanent home, Target Margin Theater has announced that 13 diverse artists, via three distinct programs, will be supported in 2018. The Company's new home, located in the Sunset Park section of Brooklyn, enables Target Margin Theater to deepen their support of the next generation of theater makers through its annual incubator LAB festival, it's five-year-old fellowship program, and its new artist-in-residency program.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Following the opening of the Company's first permanent home, Target Margin Theater has announced that 13 diverse artists, via three distinct programs, will be supported in 2018. The Company's new home, located in the Sunset Park section of Brooklyn, enables Target Margin Theater to deepen their support of the next generation of theater makers through its annual incubator LAB festival, it's five-year-old fellowship program, and its new artist-in-residency program.
5th Annual New York WILD Film Festival Celebrates 'Heroes & Hope'
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Fifth annual documentary film festival in New York that showcases a spectrum of topics from exploration and adventure to wildlife, conservation and the environment bringing all things WILD to the urban heart of New York City. Featuring a new family program.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Fifth annual documentary film festival in New York that showcases a spectrum of topics from exploration and adventure to wildlife, conservation and the environment bringing all things WILD to the urban heart of New York City. Featuring a new family program.
BAX/Brooklyn Arts Exchange Announces the 2018 YOUTHWORKS FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2018
BAX/Brooklyn Arts Exchange is excited to announce the 2018 YouthWorks Festival. Established in 1991 (formerly Kids Outback) and directed by BAX Faculty Donna Costello, YouthWorks is an annual opportunity for young people (ages 8 - 18) to imagine, create, and perform their own original performance work at BAX. A personal and artistic journey happens for each young artist in the program that begins at the orientation meeting and continues through to the performance. Participants come in from all over the city, most with nothing more than the desire to create 'something,' and set themselves to work.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2018
BAX/Brooklyn Arts Exchange is excited to announce the 2018 YouthWorks Festival. Established in 1991 (formerly Kids Outback) and directed by BAX Faculty Donna Costello, YouthWorks is an annual opportunity for young people (ages 8 - 18) to imagine, create, and perform their own original performance work at BAX. A personal and artistic journey happens for each young artist in the program that begins at the orientation meeting and continues through to the performance. Participants come in from all over the city, most with nothing more than the desire to create 'something,' and set themselves to work.
Brooklyn Music School Presents Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute: Spirit Of Hope Featuring Lester Lynch
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2018
Brooklyn Music School presents the 16th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute concert hosted by renowned baritone and BMS advisory board member Lester Lynch. Inspired by Dr. King's legacy and message, the program will feature selections from Mr. Lynch's recent recording On My Journey Now: Spirituals & Hymns as well as performances by BMS faculty and students.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2018
Brooklyn Music School presents the 16th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute concert hosted by renowned baritone and BMS advisory board member Lester Lynch. Inspired by Dr. King's legacy and message, the program will feature selections from Mr. Lynch's recent recording On My Journey Now: Spirituals & Hymns as well as performances by BMS faculty and students.
Asase Yaa African American Dance Theatre Presents AN ANANSE TALE At Symphony Space
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2018
The Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation will celebrate the 17th anniversary of its signature branch, the Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater (AYAADT), with an innovative, revitalized dance production to premiere at Peter Norton Symphony Space on Saturday, February 3, 2017 (located at 2537 Broadway at 95th Street in Manhattan, New York). The full length performance, entitled An Ananse Tale, will be the highlight of the evening and will follow a closed reception for VIP guests and a special pre-show event billed as #AsaseYaaJourney, a festival-like experience for all ticketed guests that will take place in the foyer of the venue. General admission for the evening ranges from $30 to $50. Tickets are on sale now at the Peter Norton box office, at the Asase Yaa Center for the Arts, and online at www.symphonyspace.org.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2018
The Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation will celebrate the 17th anniversary of its signature branch, the Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater (AYAADT), with an innovative, revitalized dance production to premiere at Peter Norton Symphony Space on Saturday, February 3, 2017 (located at 2537 Broadway at 95th Street in Manhattan, New York). The full length performance, entitled An Ananse Tale, will be the highlight of the evening and will follow a closed reception for VIP guests and a special pre-show event billed as #AsaseYaaJourney, a festival-like experience for all ticketed guests that will take place in the foyer of the venue. General admission for the evening ranges from $30 to $50. Tickets are on sale now at the Peter Norton box office, at the Asase Yaa Center for the Arts, and online at www.symphonyspace.org.
Casting Announced for Gracie Gardner's ATHENA
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
The Hearth (Artistic Directors Julia Greer and Emma Miller) will present the World Premiere of Gracie Gardner's female coming of age story, ATHENA, directed by Emma Miller
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
The Hearth (Artistic Directors Julia Greer and Emma Miller) will present the World Premiere of Gracie Gardner's female coming of age story, ATHENA, directed by Emma Miller
UNDER THE TANGLE Returns to Brooklyn
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
Visually Vibrant, Under the Tangle, follows an adolescent girl who becomes ensnarled in a labyrinth. Throughout her journey, she twists along the brambling pathways being confronted with obstacles, finding numerous clues and meeting many unusual characters: a flock of birds, the daunting labyrinth guards, and the Queen of the Lost perched upon a grim tower. As a metaphor for adolescence, this visual and artistic adventure is a journey of obstacles, relationships, and discoveries, which strengthen the heroine's character, and eventually set her free from the labyrinth.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
Visually Vibrant, Under the Tangle, follows an adolescent girl who becomes ensnarled in a labyrinth. Throughout her journey, she twists along the brambling pathways being confronted with obstacles, finding numerous clues and meeting many unusual characters: a flock of birds, the daunting labyrinth guards, and the Queen of the Lost perched upon a grim tower. As a metaphor for adolescence, this visual and artistic adventure is a journey of obstacles, relationships, and discoveries, which strengthen the heroine's character, and eventually set her free from the labyrinth.
Queer Art Announces Winter/Spring Season
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
Queer Art, the NYC incubator for LGBTQ artists, is pleased to announce the Winter/Spring 2018 season of Queer Art Film at IFC Center (323 Sixth Avenue at West 3rd St.), January 8-April 9. Curated by filmmakers Ira Sachs and Adam Baran, the season consists of four films not to be missed, presented by NYC performers and filmmakers, as well as a special presentation by the Queer Media Database Canada-Qu bec. Queer Art Film charts a uniquely queer cultural lineage through cinema to other artistic disciplines by inviting LGBTQ artists to present and discuss films that have inspired them. All screenings begin at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
Queer Art, the NYC incubator for LGBTQ artists, is pleased to announce the Winter/Spring 2018 season of Queer Art Film at IFC Center (323 Sixth Avenue at West 3rd St.), January 8-April 9. Curated by filmmakers Ira Sachs and Adam Baran, the season consists of four films not to be missed, presented by NYC performers and filmmakers, as well as a special presentation by the Queer Media Database Canada-Qu bec. Queer Art Film charts a uniquely queer cultural lineage through cinema to other artistic disciplines by inviting LGBTQ artists to present and discuss films that have inspired them. All screenings begin at 8pm.
Sideshows by the Seashore Theater Presents A HANKY AND A T-T-T-TOP HAT
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
A new autobiographical solo show from magician Bobby Torkova will make its worldwide debut Todays in January at the Sideshows by the Seashore Theater at Coney Island. This true story tells of a little boy who stutters, explores his relationship with his father, and dreams of becoming a professional magician. While this is not your traditional magic show, Torkova's unique and personal approach does feature magic performances to help illustrate the story.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
A new autobiographical solo show from magician Bobby Torkova will make its worldwide debut Todays in January at the Sideshows by the Seashore Theater at Coney Island. This true story tells of a little boy who stutters, explores his relationship with his father, and dreams of becoming a professional magician. While this is not your traditional magic show, Torkova's unique and personal approach does feature magic performances to help illustrate the story.
Sophie Amieva Theater Company to Stage New Work MEDUSA with Experimental Bitch Presents
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Medusa, an original movement theater piece, will run for four performances from January 12th-14th at HappyLucky No.1 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Medusa, an original movement theater piece, will run for four performances from January 12th-14th at HappyLucky No.1 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.
BRIC House Announces Spring 2018 Programming
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
In Its Award-Winning Downtown Brooklyn Arts and Media Center, BRIC Presents and Incubates Bold New Work by Artists and Media-Makers Reflecting NYC's Diversity
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
In Its Award-Winning Downtown Brooklyn Arts and Media Center, BRIC Presents and Incubates Bold New Work by Artists and Media-Makers Reflecting NYC's Diversity
Brooklyn Music School Presents Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute: Spirit Of Hope Featuring Lester Lynch
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Brooklyn Music School (BMS) presents Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute: Spirit of Hope on January 13, 2018 at 5pm. BMS is located at 126 Saint Felix Street, Brooklyn.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Brooklyn Music School (BMS) presents Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute: Spirit of Hope on January 13, 2018 at 5pm. BMS is located at 126 Saint Felix Street, Brooklyn.
Brooklyn's On Stage At Kingsborough Announces 2018 Spring Performing Arts Season
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
On Stage at Kingsborough, a leading performing arts presenter located at Brooklyn's Kingsborough Community College presents its 2017-2018 season, featuring world class artists from around the globe. On Stage at Kingsborough brings top notch performing arts to Southern Brooklyn with an eclectic roster of artists spanning multiple genres including cabaret, dance, music, and family programming. The full season runs through May 19, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
On Stage at Kingsborough, a leading performing arts presenter located at Brooklyn's Kingsborough Community College presents its 2017-2018 season, featuring world class artists from around the globe. On Stage at Kingsborough brings top notch performing arts to Southern Brooklyn with an eclectic roster of artists spanning multiple genres including cabaret, dance, music, and family programming. The full season runs through May 19, 2018.
The Exponential Festival 2018 Kicks Off Today
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
The Exponential Festival presents and promotes theatrical performances created by New York-based artists and exhibited across Brooklyn (and now sneaking into Manhattan).
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
The Exponential Festival presents and promotes theatrical performances created by New York-based artists and exhibited across Brooklyn (and now sneaking into Manhattan).
The Word Of The Day: Resilience- One Women Shows Take Center Stage at Irondale
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2018
Irondale, Brooklyn's leading theatrical ensemble producing immersive and non-traditional performance experiences, will present the inaugural She Stands Alone, an all-female week-long series, January 18-20 and 25-2. Performed back to back, alternating each night, writer and performer Lee Harrington presents Jellybean, and actress Vickie Tanner will present Running Into Me. On theme, a special screening of Alyson Cornyn's documentary Incorrigibles will take place January 24, followed by a panel discussion. The She Stands Alone series brings audiences on a roller coaster ride of tragedy, triumphs, grace, and coming of age despite unbelievable circumstances.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2018
Irondale, Brooklyn's leading theatrical ensemble producing immersive and non-traditional performance experiences, will present the inaugural She Stands Alone, an all-female week-long series, January 18-20 and 25-2. Performed back to back, alternating each night, writer and performer Lee Harrington presents Jellybean, and actress Vickie Tanner will present Running Into Me. On theme, a special screening of Alyson Cornyn's documentary Incorrigibles will take place January 24, followed by a panel discussion. The She Stands Alone series brings audiences on a roller coaster ride of tragedy, triumphs, grace, and coming of age despite unbelievable circumstances.
MAGIC AT CONEY!!! Announces Lineup for The Sunday Matinee, 1/7
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2018
Magical Promotions, together with Coney Island USA, presents an afternoon of fun and wonder for the entire family. Magic at Coney!!! is a magical variety show highlighting a vast array of magicians; featuring illusionists, escape artists, mentalists and close-up magicians from around the world.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2018
Magical Promotions, together with Coney Island USA, presents an afternoon of fun and wonder for the entire family. Magic at Coney!!! is a magical variety show highlighting a vast array of magicians; featuring illusionists, escape artists, mentalists and close-up magicians from around the world.
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