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Play Nice, a campaign promoting responsible sex among MSM (men who have sex with men, including gay, bisexual and heterosexual men) announce the launch of the second annual photographic exhibition entitled 'Taking a Risk for Safer Sex' which will be displayed at Cafe Manhattan in Green Point until July 31st. The exhibition features commissioned photographs of over fifty Cape Town men, either naked or semi-clothed, supporting the campaign's focus on men's sexual health and HIV prevention.

Metropolitan Capital Bank, located at 9 E. Ontario, in association with Nixon Art Associates, Inc., continues its innovative art program, Art Works Chicago, with the installation of a new exhibit featuring works from the Ann Nathan Gallery, specializing in contemporary paintings, sculptures, and artist-made furniture by established and emerging artists in all media. Featuring paintings and sculpture from over 15 artists, the installation will be on display at the Bank through September 22, 2010.

Different Stages runs Agatha Christie's SPIDER'S WEB through July 24th. The production opened on July 2nd and is being performed at the Vortex on 2307 Manor Road. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. There is an added performance on Wednesday, July 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets are Pick your Price: $15, $20, $25, and $30.

The Essential Theatre (887 W. Marietta St.) and the Essential Theatre Festival celebrates its 12th year by offering $12 rush tickets before each of its productions during the festival, taking place July 8th to August 8th. There are only 12 rush tickets available and they will go on sale 12 minutes before each performance.

Napa Valley Opera House (1030 Main St., Napa) announces its schedule for Fall 2010, which includes 'Adam (Pascal) and Anthony (Rapp) Live' on November 20th. Ticket sales for members begin on July 12th while public sales begin on the 19th. NVOH offers a range of events like a production of TONY N' TINA'S WEDDING, a concert with the Pacific Chamber Symphony, and a screening of 'Blue Valentine.'

The Rising Action Theatre (840 E. Oakland Pk. Blvd., Oakland Park) presents two productions, MR. CHARLES, CURRENTLY OF PALM BEACH, and MEXICO CITY, from July 9th to July 25th. These plays do include adult themes and nudity so discretion is advised.

The Japanese American Cultural and Community Center 244 South San Pedro Street (between 2nd and 3rd Streets) present 'Timeless' as part of its Movies on the Plaza series on Friday, August 6th. It was originally scheduled for July 23rd but has since changed. The event begins at 7 PM and admission is free.

BLUEBARN Theatre holds auditions for Eric Bogosian's Pulitzer Prize-nominated drama, TALK RADIO, on Sunday, July 18th at 5:30pm and Monday, July 19th at 6:30pm. Auditions will be held at the Downtown Space, 614 S. 11th St. The producation runs from September 30th to October 16th with performances on Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. Please call (402) 345-1576 for more information. The complete 22nd season is also announced.

Joe's Pub announces their line-up from July 6th to the 8th. Performances include Chris Rael, Kelli Scarr, Rachel Platten and Nick Howard as well as the Happy Ending Music and Reading Series. Joe's Pub is located at 425 Lafayette Street.

On Saturday, July 24, the City of New London presents the renowned Nimble Arts Summer Circus, free of charge, on New London's Parade Plaza, with performances at 6 and 7:30 PM. This small circus troupe from Vermont will present audiences with their internationally award-winning circus arts: trapeze, juggling, comedy, acrobatics.

CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY at Le Petit Theatre benefits the Guild Coast Oil Spill Fund for the two shows on July 11th. Guests include Bryan Batt, Mario Cantone, Jennifer Coolidge, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, Ryan Reynolds, and Jay Thomas.

A whimsical take on a time-honored fairytale comes to Mercer County Community College's Kelsey Theatre when Stars in the Park presents the Prince Street Players' comic musical version of CINDERELLA. Dates and show times are Fridays, July 30 and August 6 at 7 p.m.; Saturdays, July 31 and August 7 at 7 p.m.; and Sundays, August 1 and 8 at 2 p.m. Kelsey Theatre is located on the college's West Windsor campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road. A reception with the cast and crew follows the opening night performance on July 30.

This fall, PushPush Theater will begin a new and unique project, 'Slow Down Atlanta,' an original episodic series about a group of out-of-work stooges who've started their own paranormal services company. PushPush will stage the first episodes of the series live before beginning to film the episodes for digital broadcasting and distribution. Utilizing some of Atlanta's top talent in film, theater and improv, the first episodes will be presented to live audiences in August, with the first online broadcast set for the end of 2010. This series will pave the way for a new international project aimed at filming in Berlin and Atlanta.

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) is pleased to announce that the John W. Henry Family Foundation will be the lead sponsor for this summer's production of OTHELLO, starring Seth Gilliam as Othello and James Waterston as Iago. The production begins performances on the Boston Common on July 28 and runs through August 15. Established in 2004 the John W. Henry Family Foundation is dedicated to supporting community organizations like CSC whose work make Boston a world-class city brimming not only with excellent sports teams, but also with extraordinary arts organizations.

Beginning July 9, The Whip Its will perform every Friday and Loveshack will perform every Saturday from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Suncoast Lounge at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino. Starting August 4 and throughout the remainder of the summer, both groups move poolside from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., The Whip Its on Friday and Loveshack on Saturday.

Nomadic Theatre Company announces its Circus Arts Camp for its 7th year from August 16th to the 20th. It'll be at De LaSalle North (7528 N. Fenwick Avenue) for the week from 10 am toe 3pm. There will be a final performance on the last day, Friday the 20th, at 2pm.

Auditions for all ages and styles are being held August 13-14 for 'Northglenn's Got Talent.' The talent show is a FUNdraiser for the Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation (NAHF). Auditions and performance will be held at the D.L. Parsons Theatre inside the Northglenn Recreation Center at 11801 Community Center Drive in Northglenn. It is sponsored by NAHF and all proceeds benefit the Foundation.

One of the biggest theatrical hits of the last year has announced its final tour this autumn. From humble beginnings MORECAMBE, went on to become the runaway success of the Edinburgh Fringe 2009 and then a hugely successful West End run where it scooped up the Olivier Award for Best Entertainment and a further nomination for Best Actor in a Musical or Entertainment. This Spring the production toured the UK to sell-out houses and MORECAMBE now takes to the road for one final time this autumn beginning at the The New Theatre Cardiff on September 7th and taking its final bow at the Malvern Theatre on November 8th.

On July 9th, New York based Anglo-Trinidadian jazz vocalist, Tessa Souter, has bon voyage duo gig with Legendary guitarist Gene Bertoncini at 55 Bar (55 Christopher Street). There will be two sets, one at 6:15 PM and later at 8 PM. There is no cover, but there is a two drink minimum.

The 29th Annual Baltimore Playwright's Festival continues at The Vagabond Theatre with COMMENCEMENT, written by David Allyn and directed by Karin Crighton, July 16-18 and 23-25. The Baltimore Playwright's Festival at Vagabond Players which is located at 806 S. Broadway. Performance times are Friday and Saturdays at 8PM and Sundays at 7PM. Tickets are $10-$12 and are free for Vagabond members and subscribers.