@GaryXXXFisher's BLACK EXHIBITION Comes to the Bushwick Starr
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
The Bushwick Starr is thrilled to partner with independent film studio MAKEREADY in presenting Black Exhibition, a new piece created by @GaryXXXFisher and directed by Machel Ross, associate/assistant for Lileana Blain-Cruz (The House that Will not Stand, Marys Seacole) and Lila Neugebauer (At Home At the Zoo, The Wolves, Mrs. Murray's Menagerie).
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
The Bushwick Starr is thrilled to partner with independent film studio MAKEREADY in presenting Black Exhibition, a new piece created by @GaryXXXFisher and directed by Machel Ross, associate/assistant for Lileana Blain-Cruz (The House that Will not Stand, Marys Seacole) and Lila Neugebauer (At Home At the Zoo, The Wolves, Mrs. Murray's Menagerie).
RACE CARDS, A Participatory Installation By UK-Based Artist Selina Thompson Comes To BAM
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
UK-based artist Selina Thompson's Race Cards is an individual and immersive approach to examining thoughts about race and identity. Audience members enter a rooma?"one by onea?"surrounded by 1,000 different questions about race posted on index cards. Each participant is invited to answer one question and write a response. The questions were written by Thompson over an extended period of time, and the work's international exhibitions to date (in the UK, Canada, Brazil, Australia, and the US) have revealed a global range of attitudes toward race.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
UK-based artist Selina Thompson's Race Cards is an individual and immersive approach to examining thoughts about race and identity. Audience members enter a rooma?"one by onea?"surrounded by 1,000 different questions about race posted on index cards. Each participant is invited to answer one question and write a response. The questions were written by Thompson over an extended period of time, and the work's international exhibitions to date (in the UK, Canada, Brazil, Australia, and the US) have revealed a global range of attitudes toward race.
Veronica Swift And Emmet Cohen Trio Kick Off On Stage At Kingsborough's Jazz At The Lighthouse Series
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
On October 11th, join the Veronica Swift Trio as they perform songs from the Great American Songbook, including bebop and jazz age favorites. At age 25, Veronica Swift is recognized as one of the top young jazz singers on the scene.Swift grew up on tour with her jazz pianist father and jazz singer mother, appearing at venues like The Jazz Standard and Dizzy's Club. Since then, her passionate and intense vocals have thrilled audiences at Lincoln Center, where she appeared with Michael Feinstein, as well as headlining appearances at Telluride Jazz Festival, Blues Alley, The Jazz Cruise, and Birdland.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
On October 11th, join the Veronica Swift Trio as they perform songs from the Great American Songbook, including bebop and jazz age favorites. At age 25, Veronica Swift is recognized as one of the top young jazz singers on the scene.Swift grew up on tour with her jazz pianist father and jazz singer mother, appearing at venues like The Jazz Standard and Dizzy's Club. Since then, her passionate and intense vocals have thrilled audiences at Lincoln Center, where she appeared with Michael Feinstein, as well as headlining appearances at Telluride Jazz Festival, Blues Alley, The Jazz Cruise, and Birdland.
NICK KROLL: MIDDLE-AGED BOY Tour Will Play BAM Howard Gilman Opera House
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Already sold out in Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, and more, Big Mouth creator Nick Kroll's new stand-up comedy tour Middle-Aged Boy comes to BAM on Nov 9, as part of New York Comedy Festival.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Already sold out in Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, and more, Big Mouth creator Nick Kroll's new stand-up comedy tour Middle-Aged Boy comes to BAM on Nov 9, as part of New York Comedy Festival.
WONDERSHOW Returns To House Of YES October 23rd
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
On Wednesday October 23rd you're invited to a meeting of the minds with America's Master Mentalist JON STETSON! The world renowned mind-reader is set to headline the latest installment of WONDERSHOW Live from Brooklyn's House of YES alongside a cast of today's top variety artists.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
On Wednesday October 23rd you're invited to a meeting of the minds with America's Master Mentalist JON STETSON! The world renowned mind-reader is set to headline the latest installment of WONDERSHOW Live from Brooklyn's House of YES alongside a cast of today's top variety artists.
SWEATPANT Confronts Depression And Masculinity In World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Sweatpant chronicles how the forces of depression and masculinity impact the lives of roommates living together in New York City. Sam and his roommate are faced with the realities of depression in a society that has long stigmatized mental health. In an effort to seek treatment and growth, Sam and his roommate must first process through the influence of masculinity and how it impacts accessibility of treatment and had long stigmatized acknowledgment of depression.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Sweatpant chronicles how the forces of depression and masculinity impact the lives of roommates living together in New York City. Sam and his roommate are faced with the realities of depression in a society that has long stigmatized mental health. In an effort to seek treatment and growth, Sam and his roommate must first process through the influence of masculinity and how it impacts accessibility of treatment and had long stigmatized acknowledgment of depression.
FREAKY FLAME LGBTQ+ Comedy Benefit Show Comes to Littlefield
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2019
Sam Campbell, Simone Leitner, and Peter Valenti host OPEN FLAME, the hot queer happening where a comedy open mic meets an LGBTQ+ social. We're celebrating Halloween this year with FREAKY FLAME a comedy show featuring regulars of the show and queer comedy icons! Following the show is the dance party of your dreams! Costumes are not mandatory but encouraged!
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2019
Sam Campbell, Simone Leitner, and Peter Valenti host OPEN FLAME, the hot queer happening where a comedy open mic meets an LGBTQ+ social. We're celebrating Halloween this year with FREAKY FLAME a comedy show featuring regulars of the show and queer comedy icons! Following the show is the dance party of your dreams! Costumes are not mandatory but encouraged!
A4 Announces Creative Fundraiser 10/22
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
The Asian American Arts Alliance welcomes guests to creatively celebrate in advance of Halloween on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. A4 will host a silent auction featuring costumes, masks, artwork, and couture items made by Asian American artists and designers.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
The Asian American Arts Alliance welcomes guests to creatively celebrate in advance of Halloween on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. A4 will host a silent auction featuring costumes, masks, artwork, and couture items made by Asian American artists and designers.
Open Flame Presents FREAKY FLAME
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2019
Sam Campbell, Simone Leitner, and Peter Valenti host OPEN FLAME, the hot queer happening where a comedy open mic meets an LGBTQ+ social. We're celebrating Halloween this year of with FREAKY FLAME a comedy show featuring regulars of the show and queer comedy icons! Following the show is the dance party of your dreams! Costumes are not mandatory but encouraged!
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2019
Sam Campbell, Simone Leitner, and Peter Valenti host OPEN FLAME, the hot queer happening where a comedy open mic meets an LGBTQ+ social. We're celebrating Halloween this year of with FREAKY FLAME a comedy show featuring regulars of the show and queer comedy icons! Following the show is the dance party of your dreams! Costumes are not mandatory but encouraged!
Curet Performance Project Presents Season 8 ASPECTOS
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2019
Curet Performance Project will be presenting Aspectos taking place at the Center for Performance Research on November 1-3rd, and featuring dancers Ann-Marie Gover, Maria-Vittoria Villa, Fernando Moya-Delgado, Melani De Guzman, Kristen Hedberg and founder Megan Curet.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2019
Curet Performance Project will be presenting Aspectos taking place at the Center for Performance Research on November 1-3rd, and featuring dancers Ann-Marie Gover, Maria-Vittoria Villa, Fernando Moya-Delgado, Melani De Guzman, Kristen Hedberg and founder Megan Curet.
Ireland's Dead Centre Brings HAMNET To BAM
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2019
Ireland's Dead Centre presents Hamnet as part of Artistic Director David Binder's first Next Wave season, in which every artist is making their BAM debut.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2019
Ireland's Dead Centre presents Hamnet as part of Artistic Director David Binder's first Next Wave season, in which every artist is making their BAM debut.
TOO BEAUTIFUL TO LIVE Live Podcast Show Announced
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
From American Public Media, Too Beautiful to Live is a daily podcast from Luke Burbank and Andrew Walsh. It's about life, current events, pop culture, puttering, laser baldness helmets, and tonight pants.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
From American Public Media, Too Beautiful to Live is a daily podcast from Luke Burbank and Andrew Walsh. It's about life, current events, pop culture, puttering, laser baldness helmets, and tonight pants.
Photo Flash: Inside The Recording Studio With The GOOD MORNING NEW YORK Band
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The Good Morning New York band is recording an album inside of a church.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
The Good Morning New York band is recording an album inside of a church.
JACK Presents Amina Henry's THE JOHNSONS
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
JACK presents THE JOHNSONS, By Amina Henry. October 10 - 26, 2019
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
JACK presents THE JOHNSONS, By Amina Henry. October 10 - 26, 2019
Dylan Baker Joins Cast Of Simon Stone's MEDEA At BAM
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Tony and Emmy nominee Dylan Baker (La Bête, Happiness, The Good Wife) has joined the cast of Medea, Simon Stone's contemporary rewrite of Euripides' tragedy. The production makes its US premiere at the Harvey Theater at BAM Strong. Previews begin on January 12 with opening set for Jan 30.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Tony and Emmy nominee Dylan Baker (La Bête, Happiness, The Good Wife) has joined the cast of Medea, Simon Stone's contemporary rewrite of Euripides' tragedy. The production makes its US premiere at the Harvey Theater at BAM Strong. Previews begin on January 12 with opening set for Jan 30.
THE CONSTITUTION Returns to Behind the Door
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Vertical Player Repertory premiered The Constitution, A Secular Oratorio, by American composer Benjamin Yarmolinsky in June 2019 for two sold-out performances. A setting for chorus and soloists of substantial portions of the United States Constitution, including highlights of Articles 1-7, the Bill of Rights, and subsequent amendments, the premiere of this timely new work will be extended for four more performances in September, in VPR's original staging and with the original cast of 24 singers accompanied by piano.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
Vertical Player Repertory premiered The Constitution, A Secular Oratorio, by American composer Benjamin Yarmolinsky in June 2019 for two sold-out performances. A setting for chorus and soloists of substantial portions of the United States Constitution, including highlights of Articles 1-7, the Bill of Rights, and subsequent amendments, the premiere of this timely new work will be extended for four more performances in September, in VPR's original staging and with the original cast of 24 singers accompanied by piano.
Comedians From Late Night With Seth Meyers, High Maintenance & More Announced At WALT
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
Comedians Luke Mones (Comedy Central), Jo Firestone (Late Night With Seth Meyers), Fumi Abe (Asian, Not Asian), and Tessa Skara (High Maintenance) perform at 'WALT', a comedy show at Union Hall in Brooklyn on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
Comedians Luke Mones (Comedy Central), Jo Firestone (Late Night With Seth Meyers), Fumi Abe (Asian, Not Asian), and Tessa Skara (High Maintenance) perform at 'WALT', a comedy show at Union Hall in Brooklyn on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 7:30pm.
JACK Announces First Season In New Space
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
The first season in JACK's new, larger space a?" located just four blocks from its original home a?" features a torrent of talent, with new plays by Amina Henry, T. Adamson, Melisa Tien, Kate Kremer, James Ijames, and Jaber Ramezani in collaboration with Shadi Ghaheri, new dance work by Zachary Tye Richardson, Amanda Szeglowski, Niall Noel Jones, Justin Allen, Nia & Ness, mayfield brooks, as well as concerts featuring Shelley Hirsch, Pascal Niggenkemper and more. The season, running October 2019 through March 2020, serves as a sampler of some of the most arresting artists in the current performance scene.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
The first season in JACK's new, larger space a?" located just four blocks from its original home a?" features a torrent of talent, with new plays by Amina Henry, T. Adamson, Melisa Tien, Kate Kremer, James Ijames, and Jaber Ramezani in collaboration with Shadi Ghaheri, new dance work by Zachary Tye Richardson, Amanda Szeglowski, Niall Noel Jones, Justin Allen, Nia & Ness, mayfield brooks, as well as concerts featuring Shelley Hirsch, Pascal Niggenkemper and more. The season, running October 2019 through March 2020, serves as a sampler of some of the most arresting artists in the current performance scene.
IN THE JUNGLE OF CITIES Will Perform In Brooklyn Lumber Yard
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
SMPL MCHN a?" an experimental theater company a?" will present the world premiere play, IN THE JUNGLE OF CITIES, by BERTOLT BRECHT, as adapted and directed by ISAAC BUSH, at the immersive and site specific location of M. Fine Lumber (200 Morgan Ave.) in Williamsburg-Brooklyn, October 10 - 20, 2019. Previews begin Thursday, October 10 prior to a press opening night on Saturday, October 12. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased by visiting SMPL-MCHN.com
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
SMPL MCHN a?" an experimental theater company a?" will present the world premiere play, IN THE JUNGLE OF CITIES, by BERTOLT BRECHT, as adapted and directed by ISAAC BUSH, at the immersive and site specific location of M. Fine Lumber (200 Morgan Ave.) in Williamsburg-Brooklyn, October 10 - 20, 2019. Previews begin Thursday, October 10 prior to a press opening night on Saturday, October 12. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased by visiting SMPL-MCHN.com
October 2019 Events Announced At National Sawdust
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
Events have been announced for October at National Sawdust. See the full lineup below!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
Events have been announced for October at National Sawdust. See the full lineup below!
PHOTOVILLE, NYC's Largest Photo Festival, Opens September 12
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
On September 12, Brooklyn-based nonprofit United Photo Industries (UPI, co-founded by Sam Barzilay, Dave Shelley, and Laura Roumanos) opens Photoville NYC 2019, the eighth year of the festival celebrating and showcasing photographers and organizations from New York and around the world in a rare open setting (September 12-22). UPI have transformed the festival's picturesque location, The Brooklyn Bridge Plazaa?"located in Brooklyn Bridge Park in DUMBO beneath the majestic span of the Brooklyn Bridgea?"into an immersive photography village populated by over 80 exhibitions in 60+ shipping containers repurposed into galleries. Photoville NYC 2019 continues to focus on the power of visual storytelling, showcasing stories from across New York City's five boroughs and throughout the world.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
On September 12, Brooklyn-based nonprofit United Photo Industries (UPI, co-founded by Sam Barzilay, Dave Shelley, and Laura Roumanos) opens Photoville NYC 2019, the eighth year of the festival celebrating and showcasing photographers and organizations from New York and around the world in a rare open setting (September 12-22). UPI have transformed the festival's picturesque location, The Brooklyn Bridge Plazaa?"located in Brooklyn Bridge Park in DUMBO beneath the majestic span of the Brooklyn Bridgea?"into an immersive photography village populated by over 80 exhibitions in 60+ shipping containers repurposed into galleries. Photoville NYC 2019 continues to focus on the power of visual storytelling, showcasing stories from across New York City's five boroughs and throughout the world.
Free Immersive Pop Up Performances Transform Fort Greene October 4-6
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
Irondale Center, in association with Strike Anywhere Performance Ensemble and Tours Soundpainting Orchestra (TSO) announce the U.S. Premiere of PoP Up: An Artistic Treasure Hunt. Over the course of three days this fall, October 4-6, audiences will engage in various treasure hunts and discover 15 site-specific performances via clues on a hand-painted map of Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Inspired by interviews with local Fort Greene residents and business owners, "PoP Up" will be performed by a collective of multidisciplinary performers in public spaces scattered around the neighborhood of inspiration. Starting location for each performance is secret and registered audience members will receive notification day before the show.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
Irondale Center, in association with Strike Anywhere Performance Ensemble and Tours Soundpainting Orchestra (TSO) announce the U.S. Premiere of PoP Up: An Artistic Treasure Hunt. Over the course of three days this fall, October 4-6, audiences will engage in various treasure hunts and discover 15 site-specific performances via clues on a hand-painted map of Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Inspired by interviews with local Fort Greene residents and business owners, "PoP Up" will be performed by a collective of multidisciplinary performers in public spaces scattered around the neighborhood of inspiration. Starting location for each performance is secret and registered audience members will receive notification day before the show.
WWTNS? Announces Creative Team For AGUA, VIDA Y TIERRA Workshop
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
What Will the Neighbors Say? is thrilled to announce the creative team for the workshop production of their upcoming devised project, Agua, Vida y Tierra, this November. The production will officially inaugurate the company's 2019-2020 season at MITU580, the new home of the renowned Theatre Mitu company, in Gowanus. The performances will be held on November 15th and 16th at 7.30pm and November 17th at 3pm at MITU580, 580 Sackett St, Brooklyn, NY 11217. Tickets will go on sale next month, and full casting will be announced in the coming weeks.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
What Will the Neighbors Say? is thrilled to announce the creative team for the workshop production of their upcoming devised project, Agua, Vida y Tierra, this November. The production will officially inaugurate the company's 2019-2020 season at MITU580, the new home of the renowned Theatre Mitu company, in Gowanus. The performances will be held on November 15th and 16th at 7.30pm and November 17th at 3pm at MITU580, 580 Sackett St, Brooklyn, NY 11217. Tickets will go on sale next month, and full casting will be announced in the coming weeks.
WHAT IF THEY WENT TO MOSCOW? Marks Christiane Jatahy's BAM Debut
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
Brazilian writer and film/stage director Christiane Jatahy brings her acclaimed What if they went to Moscow? to BAM's Next Wavea?"the first season under Artistic Director David Binder, in which all artists are making BAM debuts.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
Brazilian writer and film/stage director Christiane Jatahy brings her acclaimed What if they went to Moscow? to BAM's Next Wavea?"the first season under Artistic Director David Binder, in which all artists are making BAM debuts.
Kings Theatre Presents: John Leguizamo's LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
Following its Tony-nominated hit Broadway run seen by tens of thousands, Jam Theatricals presents Tony Award winner John Leguizamo's one-man play LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS at the KINGS THEATRE in Brooklyn, NY on NOVEMBER 9, 2019. Tickets for the DETROIT engagement go on sale SEPTEMBER 13. For more information, please visit Ticketmaster.com
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
Following its Tony-nominated hit Broadway run seen by tens of thousands, Jam Theatricals presents Tony Award winner John Leguizamo's one-man play LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS at the KINGS THEATRE in Brooklyn, NY on NOVEMBER 9, 2019. Tickets for the DETROIT engagement go on sale SEPTEMBER 13. For more information, please visit Ticketmaster.com
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