New York - Daily Events List

August 1, 2011

MONDAY
Ramadan

Festivals

 Sangria Tasting.
Taste a selection of 5 red and white sangrias infused with seasonal fresh fruit at this informal tasting. You choose what time… SideBAR. (Festival - Liquor Tasting). 212-677-2900

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
11:00 am-
5:45 pm
Culture and Continuity: The Jewish Journey.
The acclaimed permanent exhibition tells the unfolding story of Jewish culture and identity through 800 works of art, archaeolog… The Jewish Museum. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 212-423-3337
12:00 pm-
5:00 pm
Exhibition: New York's Civil War Soldiers - Photographs of Dr. R. B. Bontecou, Words of Walt Whitman.
Dr. R. B. Bonetcou's photographs of wounded Civil War soldiers from New York regiments, on display for the first time since the… Merchant's House Museum. (Arts - Photography Exhibit). 212-777-1089
12:00 pm-
5:00 pm
Earliest Tredwell Dress on Display, Circa 1820.
The white cotton dress now on display in the front parlor at the Merchant's House is the earliest example from the Museum's coll… Merchant's House Museum. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 212-777-1089
12:00 pm-
5:00 pm
The Dalai Lama and His People.
An inspirational photography exhibit of archival pigment prints that celebrates the life of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, his ext… Tibet House. (Arts - Photography Exhibit). 212-807-0563
6:30 pmLykke Li.
Swedish pop singer Lykke Li performing live in concert in support of her latest album, Wounded Rhymes. Rumsey Playfield. (Arts - Concerts).
7:00 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
7:00 pmThe Devil's Music: The Music Of Bessie Smith.
Miche Braden plays the role of iconic blues singer Bessie Smith in this off-Broadway production. St. Luke's Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
7:00 pmHair.
A celebration of life, a love letter to freedom, and a passionate cry for hope and change. Includes the musical numbers "Let th… St. James Theater. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
7:30 pmPilobolus.
For forty remarkable years, Pilobolus has created and performed work that uses movement to express the beauty of physical and em… The Joyce Theater. (Performance - Dance). 212-242-0800
7:30 pmMatthew Morrison.
Star of the hit Fox series, Glee, Matthew Morrison performs live in concert. This is a rescheduled show for the canceled show on… Beacon Theatre. (Arts - Concerts). 212-496-7070
8:00 pmChicago.
This Tony-Award winning musical tells a story of two showgirls who kill their lovers and how their smooth lawyer propels them in… Ambassador Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-239-6200
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 pm-
10:00 pm
Monday Night Magic.
Each week you'll find a different array of the finest stage magicians performing world class magic in an intimate theatrical set… St. Clement's Theatre. (Performance - Magic and Illusion). 212-615-6432
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 pmMonday Night Magic.
Off-Broadway magic show features some of the best magicians in the world. Show changes weekly. Bleecker Street Theatre. (Performance - Magic and Illusion). 212-260-8250
8:00 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
8:00 pm-
10:00 pm
LMAO Off Broadway Improv Comedy.
Hilarious Interactive musical comedy based on audience suggestions and participation. The cast, including talent from Broadway,… Times Square Arts Center. (Performance - Show Comedy). 212-568-6560
8:00 pmVoca People.
Voca People combine their vocal sounds and acapella singing with the art of the beat-box live on stage. Westside Theatre - Upstairs. (Performance). 212-315-2244
8:00 pmDrum Wars.
Featuring Carmine & Vinny Appice. B.B. King Blues Club & Grill. (Arts - Concerts). 212-997-4144
8:00 pmKottonmouth Kings.
Performing live with Kingspade, The Dirtball, Johnny Richter, D-Loc, DJ Bobby B. Highline Ballroom. (Arts - Concerts). 212-414-5994
8:00 pmThe Fantasticks.
The story of a young boy and girl who fall madly in love at the hands of their meddling fathers, but soon grow restless and stra… Snapple Theater Center. (Performance - Musical). 212-921-7862
8:00 pmBlack Angels Over Tuskegee.
Six men explore their collective struggle with Jim Crow, as they become the first African-American fighter pilots in the U.S. Ar… The Actors Temple Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 212-239-6200
8:15 pmNewsical The Musical.
This musical revue is based on making fun at current events, newsmakers, celebrities, and politicians. The Kirk Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 212-279-4200
 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
 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

Sports

7:10 pmNew York Mets vs. Florida Marlins.
MLB Baseball Game. Citi Field. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 718-507-TIXX

Community

7:00 am-
8:30 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).
11:00 am-
12:30 pm
History of Wall Street Walking Tour.
Wall Street is a symbol of the U.S.'s financial industry with a fascinating history stretching back over 200 years. Join us for… New York Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 800-979-3370
12:00 pmGround Zero Museum Workshop "Images & Artifacts from the Recovery".
5-star rated exhibit displays 100 of Gary Marlon Suson's most notable photographs as well as artifacts from the recovery, items… Ground Zero Museum. (Educational - Walking Tour). 212-209-3370
2:00 pmGround Zero Museum Workshop "Images & Artifacts from the Recovery".
5-star rated exhibit displays 100 of Gary Marlon Suson's most notable photographs as well as artifacts from the recovery, items… Ground Zero Museum. (Educational - Walking Tour). 212-209-3370
5:00 pm-
6:00 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-
8:00 pm
Meditation Classes.
Sahaja Yoga meditation classes for beginners. Jan Hus Playhouse. (Community - Self Help). 212-585-2730
7:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Wine and Cheese 201, Taste, Touch, Smell, An Exploration of the Senses.
In this special wine tasting event we will learn how to create the perfect wine and cheese pairing. As we learn we will sail by… Classic Harbor Line. (Educational - Workshop). 845-542-0562
8:00 pmNew York Ghost Tours.
Discover the true ghost stories of Washington Square Park and the 15,000 souls buried there, the phantoms within the tragic Mark… New York Ghost Tours. (Educational - Walking Tour). 888-844-3999
 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
 The Ride.
Experience a tour of NYC in a super-sized, technologically amped-up vehicle that travels the streets of New York. Times are sche… Marriott Marquis New York. (Educational - Bus Tour). 212-398-1900

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

Dining Specials

11:00 am-
12:00 am
Nine Days 2011 - Special Menu at Talia's Steakhouse.
Talia's Steakhouse proudly serves the Jewish community and will be open for the 9 Days serving a special fish menu. Talia's Steakhouse & Bar. (Dining - Dining Specials). 212-580-3770
11:00 am-
5:00 pm
Shark Week.
Catch all the action at Pourhouse. We'll have Shark Week on the TVs in the "Shark Tank" all day. Enjoy a $5.95 Pourhouse Burge… Village Pourhouse Restaurant Row. (Dining - Dining Specials). 212-979-BEER

Nightlife

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 pmPogo Mondays at Fun.
Resident DJ John Selway of Serotonin Records brings electro specialists like Chromatix, Miss Kittin & The Hacker, Duane of Other… Fun. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 212-946-1955
9:00 pmKlong Show Mondays at Rubber Monkey.
Do you have the guts to try most anything for a cash prize? Audience members 'klong' those performers in need of a little more… Rubber Monkey. (Nightlife - Dance). 212-625-8220
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-
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
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
"LUX" Mondays.
Happy hour 10-11pm & 2 for 1 drinks for all 11-1 am! Door by Cris A.C.. DJ Smoke Black and celeb guest DJs plays hip-hop, regga… HK Lounge. (Nightlife - Parties). 917-653-0768
 Musical Mondays at SBNY.
Broadway and movie clips are shown from 8pm until 11pm, then DJ Alex Lauterstein takes over from 11am utnil 4am. 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
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