Girl in a Coma to Play Free Lincoln Center Concert, 10/25October 11, 2012Girl in A Coma has announced a free concert on Thursday, October 25 at 7:30 PM at Lincoln Center's David Rubenstein Atrium. The show is part of Target Free Thursdays presented by Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and is presented in collaboration with the Independent Music Awards.
Kieran Lynn's BUNNIES Plays The New Diorama Theatre, Oct 23-Nov 3October 11, 2012Kieran Lynn's new play, Bunnies, will play London's New Diorama Theatre from October 23-November 3. When the once beautiful land is blighted by non-native species that reek havoc, including the grey squirrel, the Chinese mitten crab, the Siberian chipmunk, the Topmouth Gudgeon, and even the European rabbit, Stamper, a local farmer, has a solution. The play centers around the farmer's radical attempt to restore his land to its supposed former glory, and the differing reactions of his children.
Neil Jacobson Releases IT'S THANKSGIVING TIME Music VideoOctober 11, 2012Neil Jacobson, musician and songwriter, is pleased to announce the release of a music video to support his new single, 'It's Thanksgiving Time.' Neil Jacobson has always enjoyed the traditional holiday tunes that were part of his childhood. Although he has written and recorded many songs, it's been a dream of his to compose the ultimate holiday standard. This dream is finally realized with the release of 'It's Thanksgiving Time,' a new holiday classic.
NYTB IN THE D-LOUNGE Presents ACADEMIA NUTS, 10/15October 11, 2012On Monday, October 15, 2012, New York Theatre Barn will present NYTB in the D-Lounge, its monthly concert for emerging musical theatre writers (now in its 6th year), at the Daryl Roth Theatre. The October 2012 installment of NYTB in the D-Lounge features an excerpt from the new musical Academia Nuts called Speaking Geek: The Songs of Academia Nuts, as well as a selection of songs by Elyssa Samsel and Kate Anderson. The monthly series is executive produced by Laura Brandel and Jason Najjoum.
Muse Performs at Joe Louis Arena, 3/2; Tickets On Sale Friday, 10/12October 9, 2012UK-based trio Muse announced live dates for their upcoming 2013 tour, including a show at Joe Louis Arena on Saturday, March 2 at 8 p.m. The full scale-tour is in support of Muse's sixth album, The 2nd Law, which was released last week on Warner Bros. Records.
Leddy Center Welcomes Mary Gatchell, 10/12October 9, 2012Mary Gatchell will be performing her own music with her NYC-based band at the new Leddy Center on Friday, October 12 at 7:30pm. Mary Gatchell is a dynamic singer, pianist, and composer living in New York City with four albums to her credit. A magna cum laude graduate of NYU in music composition, Mary has played in legendary clubs such as the Blue Note, Birdland, Bitter End, CBGB's, Knitting Factory, Boston House of Blues, Ryles, and many more.
Children's Theatre Company Presents DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, 11/6-12/30October 9, 2012This year, Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is bringing back the holiday classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This is the story about a mischievous and grumpy Grinch, played by CTC Company member Reed Sigmund, who hates Christmas so much that he has decided to steal it from his neighbors, the Christmas-loving Whos down in Whoville.
FIAF Welcomes Jos Houben's THE ART OF LAUGHTER, 10/27October 9, 2012The French Institute Alliance Francaise (FIAF), New York's premiere French cultural center, is thrilled to welcome back Belgian actor and master of laughter and physical comedy Jos Houben who presents his acclaimed The Art of Laughter, winner of the Total Theatre Award at the 2007 Edinburgh Festival, on Saturday, October 27 at FIAF's Florence Gould Hall.
Infinitheatre Presents TRENCH PATTERNS at Bain St. Michel, 10/23-11/18October 9, 2012Infinitheatre will present the world premiere of Alyson Grant's Trench Patterns, the winner of their 2011 Write-On-Q! playwriting contest, from October 23-November 18 at Bain St. Michel. Directed by Guy Sprung, the show stars Patricia Summersett as returning Afghan soldier Jacqueline (last seen in Centaur Theatre's Intimate Apparel).
Pinback's INFORMATION RETRIEVED Streaming in Entirety at WNYC Soundcheck's 'Check Ahead'October 9, 2012Pinback's highly anticipated 'Information Retrieved,' due October 16, is currently streaming in its entirety at WNYC Soundcheck's "Check Ahead": http://wny.cc/PlvMoS. 'Information Retrieved' is the first album in five years from the critically acclaimed duo of vocalist/guitarist Rob Crow and bassist/vocalist Zach Smith. The record marks their full-length label debut for Temporary Residence Ltd. following a pair of highly sought-after limited edition Record Store Day singles last year.
Epic Theatre Ensemble Announces Post-Performance Forums for DISPATCHES FROM (A)MENDED AMERICA, HOLD THESE TRUTHSOctober 9, 2012Epic Theatre Ensemble has announced post-performance forums lead by scholars, authors, and thinkers, which also includes members of the cast and creative team, immediately following every performance of DISPATCHES FROM (A)MENDED AMERICA, directed by Ron Russell, and HOLD THESE TRUTHS, directed by Lisa Rothe. These Off-Broadway productions are playing in repertory at the Theater at the 14th Street Y (344 East 14th Street). Post Show talk-backs are sponsored by the New York City Council on the Humanities.
Magician/Illusionist David Caserta Haunts Easton's State Theatre, 10/27October 9, 2012Magician David Caserta, who remained suspended from the State Theatre marquee for 3 hours on first day of season sales on August 1, brings his magic spectacular for the entire family, Haunted Illusions, back to the State Theatre stage for two shows on Saturday, October 27. Show times are 3 PM & 7 PM.
Met Opera 'Live in HD' Broadcasts Verdi's OTELLO at Town Hall Theater, 10/27October 9, 2012One of the masterpieces in the Verdi canon, Othello, will make its first 'Live in HD' appearance on October 27 at the Town Hall Theater. The extraordinary cast is led by Johan Botha in the title role of the jealous Moor of Venice, opposite Renée Fleming in one of her greatest roles, Otello's innocent wife Desdemona.
Theatre Pro Rata Presents THE ONE-LEGGED COWBOY at the Gremlin Theatre, 10/11October 9, 2012On October 11, 2012 Theatre Pro Rata will host Heather Bunch's one-woman show, The One-Legged Cowboy at the Gremlin Theatre in St. Paul, MN. The One-Legged Cowboy is a one-woman show conceived and performed by Heather Bunch. Through the use of physical storytelling and live music, she presents a tale based on the history of her Texan family and their extraordinary patriarch.
Wynn Las Vegas to Host WORLD OF ART Showcase, 12/20-12/22October 9, 2012The World of Art Showcase is an unprecedented event set to debut at the renowned Wynn Las Vegas hotel December 20-22, 2012. The show is billed as an exclusive event for professional artists, collectors and enthusiasts alike.