New York - Daily Events List

June 15, 2011

WEDNESDAY

Festivals

7:00 pm-
8:30 pm
NYC Festival of Dance Schools.
Launched in 2011 by master ballet teacher Kat Wildish, the festival showcases the top talent from many of the city's most promin… Ailey Citigroup Theater. (Festival - Dance). 212-405-9000
7:30 pmSummer Bourbon Tasting.
Featuring Buffalo Trace 90, Rowan's Creek 12 Year 100.1, Vintage 17 Year 94, Noah's Mill 15 Year 114.3, Bookers 8 Year 126 and V… Southern Hospitality BBQ Hell's Kitchen. (Festival - Liquor Tasting). 212-265-1000

The Arts

9:30 am-
8:00 pm
Madame Tussauds New York.
Participate in the action. Mix Music with R&B Megastar Usher, Sing for Simon on American Idol (R) or if you dare enter Chamber o… Madame Tussauds New York. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 800-246-8872
10:00 am-
6:00 pm
Ireland: Alphabet Series.
A Touring Exhibition from Cork Printmakers consisting of 26 prints by 26 artists, each work taking a letter of the alphabet as a… Irish Arts Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 212-757-3318
10:00 am-
6:00 pm
Dessert & Disorders: Stills and Videos by Erica Schreiner.
Artist Erica Schreiner's first solo exhibition. In a dark humor vein, Dessert & Disorders links together the ideas of the final… Bill Hodges Gallery. (Arts - Photography Exhibit). 212-333-2640
11:00 am-
6:00 pm
June Exhibitions.
Three Exhibitions: United in Art, Portal to Enigma and The Substance of Abstraction. Opening reception June 9th 6-8pm. Agora Gallery - Chelsea. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 212-226-4151
11:00 am-
6:00 pm
4-year old Art Prodigy, Andrea Aelita, Debuts in NYC Solo Exhibition.
Chelsea's Agora Gallery is proud to present 4 year old artist Aelita Andre in The Prodigy of Color, a solo exhibition. Opening… Agora Gallery - Chelsea. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 212-226-4151
12:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Jenny Morgan: One and the Many.
An exhibition by Jenny Morgan whose new body of work formulates a grounded state of hyper-sense while stripping each figure she… Like the Spice, Art Studio. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 718-388-5388
12:00 pm-
5:00 pm
This Great, Diverse City: How Should We See It? - Contemporary Photographs.
The Terrain Gallery is proud to show the work of twenty photographers whose images capture the rich diversity of people, culture… Terrain Gallery. (Arts - Photography Exhibit). 212-777-4490
12:00 pm-
5:00 pm
Alchemy of Light.
Artist Mary Conover offers an investigation into consciousness by using the concept of light. Opening reception on May 12, 2011… Tibet House. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 212-807-0565
2:00 pmThe Lion King.
Disney's Tony Award winning musical about Simba, a young cub, and his journey from childhood to adulthood and eventually the thr… Minskoff Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-869-0550
2:00 pmThe Phantom of the Opera.
The unforgettable tale of a mysterious figure haunting the Paris Opera House. Majestic Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmJersey Boys.
A new Broadway musical based on the life story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito an… August Wilson Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmWicked.
The story of two girls born in the Land of Oz. One has green skin as is fiery and misunderstood, the other beautiful and popula… Gershwin Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-307-4100
2:00 pmBilly Elliott: The Musical.
This moving new musical is the story of a boy who discovers he has a special talent for dance, while the boys all around him are… Imperial Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmMemphis - The Musical.
The story of Huey Calhoun, a white radio DJ whose love of good music transcends race lines and airwaves. Set in the turbulent s… Shubert Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmThe Addams Family.
The Addams Family is an all-new musical comedy starring two-time Tony Award winners Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth as Gomez and M… Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-307-4100
2:00 pmAmerican Idiot.
Follows working-class characters from the suburbs to the city to the Middle East, as they seek redemption in a world filled with… St. James Theater. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmLombardi.
A look into the life and times of one of America's most inspirational and mercurial personalities, Hall of Fame football coach,… Circle in the Square Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmSpider-Man: Turn Off the Dark.
Bullied by his classmates and tortured by an unrelenting crush on next-door-neighbor Mary Jane Watson, this science geek discove… Foxwoods Theater. (Performance - Musical). 800-745-3000
2:00 pmSister Act.
Based on the smash-hit film, Sister Act features an original score by 8-time Oscar and 10-time Grammy Award winner Alan Menken… Broadway Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmRain - A Tribute to The Beatles On Broadway.
Beatles' music comes to life on stage. Rain performs the full range of The Beatles' discography. Brooks Atkinson Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 877-250-2929
2:00 pmHow to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
Young window-cleaner, J. Pierrepont Finch, begins a meteoric rise from the mail-room to Vice President of Advertising at the Wor… Al Hirschfeld Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmAnything Goes.
Featuring some of musical theater's most memorable standards, including "You're the Top," "Blow, Gabriel, Blow," "It's De-Lovely… Stephen Sondheim Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
2:00 pmWonderland: A New Alice. A New Musical.
A modern-day woman who goes on a life-changing adventure far below the streets of New York City. A new spin on the classic stor… Marquis Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 877-250-2929
2:00 pmThe Magdalene.
A contemporary musical in the spirit of Jesus Christ Superstar and Godspell about Mary Magdalene and her powerful relationship w… St. Clement's Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-352-3101
3:00 pmDesperate Writers.
Desperate Writers with the baby clock ticking and their home about to be sold out from under them are driven to desperate measur… Union Square Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 800-982-2787
3:30 pm-
7:00 pm
Difference Engine: Manifestation III.
Direct from Ireland, Difference Engine is an evolving serial exhibition, and a model of autonomous artist curation, by artists G… Clemente Soto Velez Cultural Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit).
7:00 pmPriscilla Queen of the Desert.
A trio of friends on a heart-warming, uplifting adventure hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the… Palace Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 877-250-2929
7:00 pmThe Magdalene.
A contemporary musical in the spirit of Jesus Christ Superstar and Godspell about Mary Magdalene and her powerful relationship w… St. Clement's Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-352-3101
8:00 pmThe Lion King.
Disney's Tony Award winning musical about Simba, a young cub, and his journey from childhood to adulthood and eventually the thr… Minskoff Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-869-0550
8:00 pmThe Phantom of the Opera.
The unforgettable tale of a mysterious figure haunting the Paris Opera House. Majestic Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmJersey Boys.
A new Broadway musical based on the life story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito an… August Wilson Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmWicked.
The story of two girls born in the Land of Oz. One has green skin as is fiery and misunderstood, the other beautiful and popula… Gershwin Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-307-4100
8:00 pmStomp.
This international percussion ensemble used everyday objects to create amazing sounds and rhythms. Orpheum Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 212-307-4100
8:00 pmBlue Man Group.
Three enigmatic bald and blue characters who take the audience through a multi-sensory experience that combines theatre, percuss… Astor Place Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 800-BLUE-MAN
8:00 pmComedy For All.
Tommy Koenig's The Comics Studio presents Comedy For All. Stand up pros from stage and screen. All ages! All sexes! All race… Dillons Supper Club. (Performance - Show Comedy). 212-307-9797
8:00 pmAltar Boyz.
This musical comedy spoof follows a Christian boy band that includes one Jewish boy. The performances are held at New World Stag… New World Stages. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmBilly Elliott: The Musical.
This moving new musical is the story of a boy who discovers he has a special talent for dance, while the boys all around him are… Imperial Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmMemphis - The Musical.
The story of Huey Calhoun, a white radio DJ whose love of good music transcends race lines and airwaves. Set in the turbulent s… Shubert Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmThe Addams Family.
The Addams Family is an all-new musical comedy starring two-time Tony Award winners Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth as Gomez and M… Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-307-4100
8:00 pmAmerican Idiot.
Follows working-class characters from the suburbs to the city to the Middle East, as they seek redemption in a world filled with… St. James Theater. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmLombardi.
A look into the life and times of one of America's most inspirational and mercurial personalities, Hall of Fame football coach,… Circle in the Square Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmCirque du Soleil Zarkana.
Cirque du Soleil Zarkana, created exclusively for Radio City, is the story of a a magician who has lost his love and along with… Radio City Music Hall. (Performance). 212-307-7171
8:00 pmSpider-Man: Turn Off the Dark.
Bullied by his classmates and tortured by an unrelenting crush on next-door-neighbor Mary Jane Watson, this science geek discove… Foxwoods Theater. (Performance - Musical). 800-745-3000
8:00 pmSister Act.
Based on the smash-hit film, Sister Act features an original score by 8-time Oscar and 10-time Grammy Award winner Alan Menken… Broadway Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmRain - A Tribute to The Beatles On Broadway.
Beatles' music comes to life on stage. Rain performs the full range of The Beatles' discography. Brooks Atkinson Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 877-250-2929
8:00 pmHow to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
Young window-cleaner, J. Pierrepont Finch, begins a meteoric rise from the mail-room to Vice President of Advertising at the Wor… Al Hirschfeld Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmAnything Goes.
Featuring some of musical theater's most memorable standards, including "You're the Top," "Blow, Gabriel, Blow," "It's De-Lovely… Stephen Sondheim Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
8:00 pmWonderland: A New Alice. A New Musical.
A modern-day woman who goes on a life-changing adventure far below the streets of New York City. A new spin on the classic stor… Marquis Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 877-250-2929
8:00 pmThe Sphinx Winx.
A riotous, romantic, romp through history. The Sphinx Winx is a musical-comedy misinterpretation of ancient Egyptian history st… The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row. (Performance - Musical Comedy). 212-947-8844
8:00 pmDesperate Writers.
Desperate Writers with the baby clock ticking and their home about to be sold out from under them are driven to desperate measur… Union Square Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 800-982-2787
8:00 pmDiane Schuur.
Performing live in concert. Part of the Blue Note Jazz Festival. B.B. King Blues Club & Grill. (Arts - Concerts). 212-997-4144
9:00 pmMeshell Ndegeocello.
Gett Off: Meshell Ndegeocello covers Prince. Part of the Blue Note Jazz Festival. Highline Ballroom. (Arts - Concerts). 212-997-4144
 Mamma Mia!.
The story of a forty-something mother planning her daughter's wedding. Incorporating 22 of the band ABBA's songs. Schedule var… Winter Garden Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
 Mary Poppins.
Based on the stories by P.L. Travers and the Oscar-winning 1964 Walt Disney film. The show fatures original film score by Rober… New Amsterdam Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-282-2900
 Road Kill Comedy.
Where comics get to stretch, recreating the road format. Dillons Supper Club. (Performance - Show Comedy). 212-439-8034
 here: remembering 9/11.
"here: remembering 9/11" features a selection of photographs from the "here is new york: a democracy of photographs" exhibition,… Ground Zero. (Arts - Photography Exhibit).
 Rock of Ages.
It's 1987 and the final countdown is on for a legendary Hollywood rock club facing its demise at the hands of eager developers.… Helen Hayes Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-307-4100
 La Cage Aux Folles.
Can a camp man (and his lover) pretend not to be gay just to meet his son's prospective parents-in-law? Schedule varies, please… Longacre Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
 Million Dollar Quartet.
A new musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together four of the most legendary figures in the histo… Nederlander Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-921-8000
 Happy Feet 4-D Experience.
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in Happy Feet 4-D Experience. Journey to Antarctica to meet a lively colony of… Madame Tussauds New York. (Performance - Movies). 866-841-3505

Sports

7:05 pmNew York Yankees vs. Texas Rangers.
MLB Baseball Game. Yankee Stadium. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 212-293-6000

Community

6:45 am-
8:45 am
Beginners Meditation.
The Manhattan Meditation Center is a place to learn about meditation and life. Meditation and life are both big topics, we know… Manhattan Meditation Center. (Community - Self Help).
10:00 am-
11:00 am
Tai Chi Classes.
Tai Chi focuses on balancing the body, strengthening the joints, and relaxing the mind to build the body's natural power and are… Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art. (Educational - Class). 718-987-3500
1:00 pm-
3:00 pm
Pet Parent One on One Seminar.
Whether you're a new pet parent learning how to take care of your pet, or an experienced pet parent looking or some new tips, Un… Unleashed by PETCO. (Community). 212-579-4560
5:30 pmThe Russian American Dental Association's Kids 4 Kids Anti-Smoking Drawing Contest Awards Ceremony.
The red carpet awards ceremony is going to be comprised of song, dance, and skit performances from The Children's Acting Company… The Manhattan Movement and Arts Center. (Community). 212-787-1178
6:00 pm-
7:00 pm
OSLIC Voice Spa.
Learn to use a voice that seduces and words that charm from certified OSLIC Instructors. Get what you need just using your spee… Oslic Voice Spa. (Educational - Class). 212-951-3844
7:00 pm-
9:30 pm
Figure Drawing Class.
Weekly figure drawing class from a nude model mediated by artist, Kendall Bradford. Bring your own materials. Like the Spice, Art Studio. (Educational - Class). 718-388-5488
 New York Pole Dancing.
Intro to Pole Dancing classes. Also $5, $10, & $20 class packages available. Classes run 7 days a week. New York Pole Dancing. (Educational - Class). 917-628-7449
 Made on Staten Island.
Made on Staten Island presents a wide variety of objects crafted and produced on the island from the 18th to the 20th centuries,… Historic Richmond Town. (Educational - Walking Tour). 718-351-1611
 Toys!.
The exhibition features more than 200 of the best-loved and most fondly remembered toys from the 1840s through today. Hands-on… Historic Richmond Town. (Educational - Walking Tour). 718-351-1611

Miscellaneous

11:00 amNew York TV & Movie Tour.
Lights, Camera, Action! Take a bus tour to the sites of your favorite movies and TV shows. Over 40 sites from over 60 TV shows a… On Location Tours. (Miscellaneous). 212-209-3370
11:00 amSex & the City Hotspots Tour.
Follow in the footsteps of Carrie & Co. as they conquer New York City! See where they drank, shopped and gossip. Visit Charlotte… On Location Tours. (Miscellaneous). 212-209-3370
3:00 pmSex & the City Hotspots Tour.
Follow in the footsteps of Carrie & Co. as they conquer New York City! See where they drank, shopped and gossip. Visit Charlotte… On Location Tours. (Miscellaneous). 212-209-3370
5:30 pm-
11:30 pm
Past Rock Star Silkscreen Exhibit.
George H. Potter's current exhibition is a tribute series honoring the legendary entertainers who recorded landmark albums there… Providence. (Miscellaneous). 212-307-0062
7:30 pmWednesday Night Skate.
Largest group skate in New York. Meets each Wednesday at Union Square North between 7:30 and 8pm. Union Square Park. (Miscellaneous). 212-696-7247

Dining Specials

9:00 pmFree BBQ.
Free BBQ is offered every Wednesday in the beer garden coupled with drink specials. Canal Bar. (Dining - Happy Hour). 718-246-0011

Nightlife

6:00 pmAfter Work Wednesdays at Rubber Monkey.
Pete Rivera will be spinning your favorite Hip Hop, R&B, Classic, Funk and Old Skool hits. Professional dress required. Rubber Monkey. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 212-340-1263
6:30 pm-
10:30 pm
The Brazilian Cruise.
Don't miss the Hottest After-Work party in NYC! Join hundreds of young professionals as they mix, mingle, drink and dance every… Queen of Hearts. (Nightlife - Parties). 212-987-9200
7:00 pm-
12:00 am
Latin Jazz Wednesdays.
An Evening of Latin Jazz. Midnight Cafe. (Nightlife - Live Music). 212-226-2572
7:00 pmRock Band Tournament.
All of you wannabe rockers can show off your skills on Rock Band 2 and rock out to over 300 songs with artists like the Foo Figh… The Village Pourhouse. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 212-228-4200
7:30 pm-
10:30 pm
Live Jazz Weekly.
We invite you to indulge in sultry sounds and intimate ambiance every Tuesday and Wednesday night. Antibes Bistro serves a seas… Antibes Bistro. (Nightlife - Jazz). 212-533-6088
8:00 pm-
2:00 am
Sol Village.
This the hottest live showcase for emerging R&B singer/songwriters and groups. SOB's - Sounds of Brazil. (Nightlife - Live Music). 212-777-1224
8:00 pm-
9:30 pm
The Monthly Show with Aunt Flo.
A.B. Carney stars as the host (Aunt Flo) of her own Public Access parody show in this laughfest set in the living room of Floren… Jimmy's No. 43. (Nightlife - Comedy). 212-982-3006
8:00 pmBurning Bridges Comedy.
Burning Bridges Comedy Featuring top comics, great laughs, cheap drink specials and a laid-back atmosphere, how can you go wrong… McSwiggans. (Nightlife - Comedy). 212-683-3180
8:00 pmThrow It Back Wednesdays.
Enjoy good food, hookah and throw back make ya dance all nite music. This week miss knockout birthday party. The legendary DJ… Cafe Khufu. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 212-673-6003
8:04 pmVintage Vinyl w/ DJ South High.
Have a few cocktails and hear rare and classic Lounge, Exotica, Latin, Rock and Soul records from the 50s, 60s and 70s the way t… Detour. (Nightlife - Live Music). 212-533-6212
8:30 pmToday's Headliners. Tomorrow's Stars.
Featuring the best mix of national TV headliners from Letterman, Leno, Conan and Comedy Central as well as the hottest young com… The World at The Broadway Comedy Club. (Nightlife - Comedy). 646-242-6652
9:00 pm-
1:00 am
Karaoke on Third at Proof.
Karaoke featuring Dan Kingman and drink specials all night long. $5 Cosmos and $3 Domestics. Proof Bar and Lounge. (Nightlife - Karaoke). 212-228-4200
9:00 pmEasy Wednesdays at Avalon.
Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae & Reggaeton provided by DJ Dallas Green (So So Def/The Def DJ's, NBA Rhythm 'N Rims tour DJ) and hosted by… Avalon Nightclub. (Nightlife - Dance). 917-674-6067
9:00 pmStand Up Comedy.
Every night The Broadway Comedy Club features comics who have appeared on Letterman, The Tonight Show, Saturday Night Live, Mad… Broadway Comedy Club. (Nightlife - Comedy). 212-757-2323
9:00 pmComedy Showcase.
Comics at the New York Comedy Club have appeared on the Tonight Show, Letterman, MTV, Comedy Central, Saturday Night Live, and m… New York Comedy Club. (Nightlife - Comedy). 212-696-5233
9:00 pm-
12:00 am
Atlantic Quartet.
Live Jazz Event every Wednesday with members of the Atlantic Quartet. 66 Charlton Restaurant & Bar. (Nightlife - Jazz). 212-229-9988
9:00 pm-
2:30 am
Live Funk/R&B at Club Groove.
Features live music seven nights a week. Club Groove. (Nightlife - Live Music). 212-254-9393
9:30 pmRoots N Ruckus.
New York's only weekly roots/folk/ragtime/blues music showcase! Every Wednesday night. Village Ma. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 212-529-3808
10:00 pmWednesday Sessions at Fun.
Featuring DJ Que, Bill Patrick, and special guest Tom Amoroso for some loungey house. Fun. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 212-946-1955
10:00 pm-
4:00 am
The KTHNXBYE.
Wednesday night party featuring resident DJ's Mike Dextro, Shandi Sullivan, and 'eLe* spin 80's, electroclash, and progressive h… Pianos. (Nightlife - DJ). 212-505-3733
10:00 pmToday's Headliners. Tomorrow's Stars.
Featuring the best mix of national TV headliners from Letterman, Leno, Conan and Comedy Central as well as the hottest young com… The World at The Broadway Comedy Club. (Nightlife - Comedy). 646-242-6652
10:00 pm-
4:00 am
Spice Wednesdays.
Trendy Wednesday night event that features all-star guest DJ's that spin Funk, Soul, Dance, House, R&B and Hip Hop. Katra Lounge. (Nightlife - DJ). 212-473-3113
 Hardbar Wednesdays at SBNY.
SBNY Splash Bar New York. (Nightlife - Gay & Lesbian). 212-691-0073
 All the Drag with the Asian Dragdolls.
Witty drag queens from New York team up with Asian "dragdolls" from Singapore, Japan, India, China, Hawaii, Indonesia, and the P… Lucky Cheng's. (Nightlife - Adult theme). 212-861-2438
 After Prom Parties.
Safe and fun parties for teens on Prom Night! With more than a 20 year history of providing non-alcoholic student events, the A… New York Metro Area. (Nightlife - Parties). 212-289-8506
 The Economist Magazine Pub Quiz.
An evening of fun and trivia about the world today hosted by Gideon Lichfield. Questions about history, current events, pop cu… McFadden's. (Nightlife - Trivia). 212-986-1515
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