Date: August 7th & 11–14 Time: 12:00pm & 1:00pm Location: Robert Wagner Jr. Park (Battery Places bet. West St & 1st Place) - directions Cost: Free
"Monica Bill Barnes’ Game Face compares the show business motto of 'the show must go on with the current day’s view of high-finance business as an all-consuming self-sacrificing endeavor. Exploring a performer’s endurance and “do or die” attitude as an illustration of Wall Street’s reputation for tireless work, this new work is bizarre, exhausting and boldly funny. A cast of eight dancers is decked out in costumes inspired by Broadway musicals and larger-than-life Vegas shows. The audience will witness the effort and fatigue that result from 'performing' as the dancers fight against the odds with hilarious and heartbreaking results." All Ages.
Date: Thursday, August 7th Time: 12:30pm - 1:45pm Location: Bryant Park Cost: Free
Every Thursday from July through August 106.7fm will be brigning you Broadway in Bryant Park. On your lunch break grab a seat by the stage and watch selections from Broadway and Off Broadway productions. Today's line up includes pieces from Spring Awakening, Gypsy, Xanadu, Mary Poppins and Wicked. After the jump you will find the line up for the next and final performances.
Date: Thursday, August 7th Time: 1:00pm Location: Trinity Church (Broadway & Wall St) Cost: Free
The weekly, lunchtime, Pedals and Pumps series continues today as "Organ Diva" Ahreum Han performs works by Bach, Demessieux, Karg-Elert, Mendelssohn, Stanford, and Vierne. . If you can't make it out, you can watch live over the internet while you sit at you're desk and eat a tuna sandwich (again). All Ages.
Date: Thursday, August 7th Time: 7:00pm Venue: Castle Clinton, Battery Park (directions) Cost: Free with Tickets
"Blanchard is an exceptionally creative composer and trumpeter who works with world music, fusion and hard bop. He has written a variety of orchestral music and in 2006 won a Grammy award for A Tale of Gods Will, a very personal piece he wrote for Spike Lee's When the Levees Broke." Tickets are required and space is limited. Two free tickets per person will be distributed at the Castle on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 5:00PM on the day of the show.
Date: Thursday, August 7th Time: 7:00pm Venue: Marcus Garvey Memorial Park (Madison Ave and E 120th to E 124th St.) Cost: Free
"Eclectic Ride Presents A Live Muscial Tribute to the Originators Stevie Wonder & Prince. For one night only, Eclectic Ride is leaving downtown and coming uptown to Harlem’s Marcus Garvey Park. Bringing a reputation for ultimate musical exploration, Eclectic Ride will salute two of music’s greatest artists: Stevie Wonder and Prince. Join “ER” for a night of true inspiration as hosts, Forrest Renaissance and friends illuminate Marcus Garvey Park with a brilliant array of special guest musicians, vocalists, and dancers who will honor the work of these masters."
Date: Thursday, August 7th Time: 10:00pm Venue: APT (419 West 13th St.) Cost: Free
A Weekly Night of Esoteric Urban Noise. DJs Criterion, Peter Gunn and Reaganomics Spin grime, breakcore, reggaeton, rap, crunk, dancehall, punk and everything in between. "For over a year, Pure Fire was known as the Tonic’s premiere night for new beats and cutting-edge sounds. Now, with the revered venue closing, Pure Fire has found a new home at APT, bringing the hottest, off-kilter beats from around the globe together and apart." Tonight they welcome special guest CX Kidtronik. 21+
Date: Thursday, August 7th Time: 10:00pm Venue: Hiro Ballroom (371 W 16th St at 9th Ave) Cost: Free with RSVP Open Bar: Lucky Beer, 10-11
Once again, I totally forget to post the event that I will be at tonight (that is, after I girl out at the Tift Merritt concert). But that doesn't mean you should overlook a rare NYC DJ set from the UK's own Adam Freelance at the weekly GBH party. As a solo artist, one half of Tsunami One, and head honcho of Marine Parade records, Adam has a longstanding reputation as one of the world's premier breakbeat DJs. His unique style fuses electro, funk, nu breaks, rock, and hip hop into a whirlwind of party beats. He's remixed everyone from The Doors to The Orb and has released chart topping club stormers such as the classic "We Want Your Soul." Personally, I have not seen him since he blew me away at Coachella a few years back and - add the rarity of breakbeat DJs in the state - you've got one nice night. Added support from Steve of Soulwax (A.K.A. One Man Party). 21+
Date: Thursday, August 7th Time: 11:00pm - 3:00am Venue: Williamsburg Warehouse (50 N 3rd Street, W'burg) Cost: Free with RSVP
With All Points West right around the corner, lots of bands are popping into town. So tonight is kind of the secret night of secret parties. If you're just itching for a little indie eclectro dance-ness, then stop by this little pre-weekender with DJ sets from Bloc Party, Dave 1 and P-Thugg of Chromeo and The Virgins. Don't forget to RSVP. 21+
