Listings

Volume Number 1 Issue Number 7 / November 10 - 16, 2006

Listings

Chelsea Now Listings Listings are free and accepted until two weeks before the event is to be published. In order to be considered for inclusion, please mail complete information to Casey Easterling at 145 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013-1548 or email casey@communitymediallc.com. Use “Listings” as the subject line. Questions, call 646-452-2505.

Dance

Dance Theater Workshop, 219 W. 19th St. at 7th Ave., 212-924-0700: RISE: ROSE, Kota Yamazaki and his company Fluid Hug-Hug present a piece incorporating modern dance, hip-hop and African movement all informed by traditional Japanese Butoh forms. Thurs. - Sat., Nov. 16-18 at 7:30pm. $20, $12 for artists, members, students and seniors. THERE IS NO SUCH THING, A non-linear work with 21 short sections incorporating spontaneous actions, projections and manipulated sounds. Presented by Luis Lara Malvacias. Nov. 28 - Dec. 2; Tues. - Sat. at 7:30pm. $20, $12 artists, members, students & seniors. Post-performance discussion on Wed., Nov. 29.

EVENTS

AIDS Conference, The Chinese-American Planning Council will host a full-day conference entitled “HIV/AIDS in Asian & Pacific Islander Communities in the US and China: Persistent Challenges and Promising Future.” There will be presentations on topics such as the “future of HIV Vaccine Development,” “Update on Current Treatment,” and “Assessing HIV Prevention Initiatives in China.” Panal discussions on “HIV and Mental Health” and other topics will also be held. Mon., Nov. 13. NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, Farkas Auditorium, 550 1st Ave., bet 30th & 33rd Sts. Photo ID required to enter. $20. 212-941-0920. 646-613-8369/8420 x 210.

American Girl’s Fashion Show, The elementary students of the Epiphany School will model the unique styles of girls growing up in America today and in the past. Enjoy refreshments, party favors and more. Fri., Nov. 17 at 6pm; Sat., Nov. 18 at 11am & 5pm and Sun., Nov. 19 at 11am. THE EPIPHANY CHURCH, Monsignor Farricker Hall Parish Hall, 373 2nd Ave., bet 21st & 22nd Sts. $30. Call ahead for tickets. 212-473-6158.

Chinese Qigong & Philosophy Demonstration, Experience traditional Chinese skills rarely seen in the West with Master Michael Tse. Fri., Nov. 10 from 7-8:30pm. CABRINI MEDICAL CENTER, 227 E. 19th St., 16th floor, bet 2nd & 3rd Aves. Call for a reservation. 212-330-8327.

Pridefest Forum, A presentation on the new LGBT Pride Event proposed by Heritage of Pride for Chelsea’s 8th Avenue this June. The event will combine a block party, street fair and carnival for people of all ages and sexual orientations. Wed., Nov. 15 at 7pm. LGBT Center, 208 W. 13th St. at 7th Ave. 212-807-7433. www.hopinc.org.

Exhibitions

A PAINTER’S COUNTRY STUDIO “In the Studio/Woodstock” features recent paintings by Mari Lyons celebrating the things and the relationship among things in her country studio. Continues thru Dec. 2. First Street Gallery, 526 W. 26th St., Suite 915. 646-336-8053. www.firststreetgallery.net. Pictured above is “Self-Portrait in Studio,” 2006.

ABC No Rio, 156 Rivington St., bet Clinton & Suffolk Sts.; 212-254-3697; www.abcnorio.org: REMEMBERING WHAT CARE FORGOT, A two part exhibition celebrating New Orleans culture and revival. Part 2 takes place thru Nov. 30. Film screening of “A Corner of Her Eye” by Konrad Aderer and “All on a Mardi Gras Day” by Royce Osborn & Jerry Brock on Fri., Nov. 17 at 8pm.

Andrea Meislin Gallery, 526 W. 26th St, #214, 212-627-2552, www.andreameislin.com: LEORA LAOR, Works by the Israeli photographer showing her unique vision and techniques are displayed in the exhibition “Wanderland # 2.” Continues thru Nov. 22.

Andrew Edlin Gallery, 529 W. 20th St., 212-206-9723, www.edlingallery.com: HENRY DARGER: THE VIVIAN GIRLS EMERGE, View significant works not before seen in the United States by the self-taught visionary often regarded as the greatest “outsider artist.” Continues thru Dec. 23.

Anton Kern Gallery, 532 W. 20th St., 212-367-9663, www.antonkerngallery.com: JOHN BOCK, “Mit Schisslaveng” consists of a film installation as well as a collection of sculptures installed on the roof of the gallery accessible by a spiral staircase. Continues thru Nov. 25.

Barnes & Noble, 675 6th Ave. at 21st St., next to the cafe, 212-727-1227: EVY WILLIAMS, View paintings by the NYC artist. Thru Nov. 30.

Blue Mountain Gallery, 530 W. 25th St., bet 10th & 11th Aves., 4th floor, 646-486-4730, www.bluemountaingallery.org: REFLECTIONS OF SUMMER, View monotypes and paintings by Helene K. Manzo. Thru Nov. 25.

Chelsea Art Museum, Miotte Foundation, 556 W. 22nd St. at 11th Ave., 212-255-0719, www.chelseaartmuseum.org: JEAN MIOTTE - SPIRIT OF DEFIANCE, Exhibit celebrates the artist’s 80th birthday. View the diverse span of the artist’s work from his early figurative works to abstraction to minimal black and white works. Thru Nov. 18. MARIA FERNANDA CARDOSO, View works as part of the exhibition “Death Becomes Her.” Continues thru Dec. 9. “THE FOOD SHOW: The Hungry Eye” is a group exhibition focusing on contemporary society’s preoccupation with food as something we need, crave, try to do without and fear. View works by Betty Bee, Janet Fish, Ted Mineo, Will Cotton and others. Opening reception is Thurs., Nov. 16 from 6-8pm. Continues thru Feb. 24. $6, $3 students & seniors.

Daniel Cooney Fine Art, 511 W. 25th St., #506; 212-255-8158: ECOTOPIA, International Center of Photography 2006 Triennial. Thru Jan. 7. FALL ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHS AUCTION AND PREVIEW EXHIBITION, Unique vintage work by noted photographers such as Henri Cartier Bresson, Lewis Hine, Ruth Orkin, James Van Der Zee and others. Exhibition thru Nov. 11. Auction thru Nov. 14 at iGavel.com. INDECENT EXPOSURE, Featuring works by Charles H. Traub from 1980-1982. Opening reception is Thurs., Nov. 16 from 6-8pm. Continues thru Jan. 6.

Denise Bibro Fine Art, 529 W. 20th St., 4th floor, 212-647-7030: NORA CHAVOOSHIAN, “My Glass House” features new sculptures focusing on the materiality and surface familiar in the artist’s work with cast bronze. Continues thru Nov. 25. DENNIS TREMALIO, The Amsterdam-based, American painter creates sequences of marks and erasures on his canvasses and then adds collage elements from found photography, magazine cutouts and his own original photography. Continues thru Nov. 25.

DietzSpace, 429 Greenwich St: VISIBLE PROOFS, Works by Nathaniel Lieb. Sand skeletons, glass flowers and tissue paper fish combine into an iconic, poetic, strange and beautiful synthesis. Continues thru Dec. 3.

Gagosian Gallery, 522 W. 21st St., 212-741-1717 & 555 W. 24th St., 212-741-1111: ANDY WARHOL, “Cast a Cold Eye: The Late Works of Andy Warhol,” View works from the last 18 years of the artist’s life including masterpieces that have rarely or never been seen in New York. Continues thru Dec. 22. Exhibit takes places in all of the galleries at 555 W. 24th St. and in a new gallery at 522 W. 21st St.

Grey Art Gallery, NYU, 100 Washington Square East, 212-998-6780, www.nyu.edu/greyart: MOVING PICTURES: American Art and Early Film, 1880-1910, Exhibit explores the links, both deliberate and coincidental, between the earliest movies and other American visual art forms. Thru Dec. 9.

Hamilton Fish Park Branch, New York Public Library, 145 E. Houston St., 212-673-2290: IF YOU CAN FIND ME: IMAGES & WORDS ON IDENTITY, Featuring works by NYC public school students along with works by local artists. Continues thru Dec. 1.

Hasted Hunt, 529 W. 20th St., 3rd floor, 212-627-0006, www.hastedhunt.com: ELIOT PORTER: COLOR, Features vintage dye transfer landscape photographs. BOHNCHANG KOO: VESSEL, Features new color photographs by one of the best-known contemporary photographers in South Korea. Both shows continue thru Nov. 18.

Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion, One W. 4th St., 212-824-2205: TAMAR HIRSCHL - CULTURAL ALARM, A fine art exhibition that alerts viewers to the dangers of human and environmental destruction drawing from the artist’s memories of war and displacement in Croatia and Israel. Continues thru Jan. 30. THE EYE OF THE COLLECTOR, The Jewish Vision of Sigmund R. Balka. View over 200 works by a variety of Jewish artists. Continues thru Jan. 30.

Heidi Cho Gallery, 522 W. 23rd St.: JOHN RANSOM PHILLIPS, Egypt - Past Lives and Appropriations. Thru Nov. 25.

International Print Center New York, 526 W. 26th St., #824, 212-989-5090: GRAPHIC REALITY, Works by various artists examine “Mexican Printmaking Today.” Continues thru Dec. 20.

Leo Baeck Institute, Goldsmith Gallery, Center for Jewish History, 15 W. 16th St., bet 5th & 6th Aves.: ERWIN PISCATOR - POLITICAL THEATRE IN EXILE, Exhibition documents Piscator’s work and legacy with photos, original artwork and personal letters. Thru Nov. 13. Free.

MonkDogz Urban Art, 547 W. 27th St., bet 10th & 11th Aves., 212-216-0030, www.monkdogz.com: SKY DANCER, View works by April Bending, Drew Cooke, Claudia Cohen, Henry Dancer and more. Continues thru Nov. 25. FOREPLAY, The Art of Stimulation featuring works by Laura Ann Jacobs, Rene Capone, Ai Ohkawara and others. Nov. 30 - Dec. 23.

M.Y. Art Prospects, 547 W. 27th St., 2nd floor, 212-268-7132, www.myartprospects.com: EMI ANRAKUJI, E-A-S-E features 500 photographs by the Tokyo-based photographer. She creates quietly provocative images of self-indulgence and social taboos. Thru Nov. 18.

Noho Gallery, 530 W. 25th St., 4th floor, 212-367-7063: JEANNE LYONS BUTLER, “White Rain” features large scale works that deliver simplicity through complex layers. Reception is Sat., Nov. 11 from 4-7pm. Continues thru Nov. 25.

Orley & Shabahang, 520 W. 23rd St., 646-383-7511: DARIEN RAINFOREST BASKETS, View “The World’s Finest Darien Rainforest Wounaan Baskets” collected by Geoff Orley from the remote rainforest villages where the most esteemed artists live. Thru Nov. 30.

Paula Barr Chelsea, West Chelsea Arts Building, 526 W. 26th St., #9G, 212-691-9482, www.paulabarr.com: DEBRA SAMITZ, “Resurrection: The Reinvention of Rubbish in Sculptural Collage” features mixed media works. Thru Nov. 18. ANNIE SHAVER CRANDELL, “Living Well is the Best Revenge” features paintings. Opening reception is Thurs., Nov. 30 from 6-8pm. Continues thru Dec. 3.

Paul Kasmin Gallery, 212-563-4474: SCULPTURE, Works by Claude and Francois Xavier Lalanne. Nov. 16 - Jan. 13. Takes place at 293 10th Ave. & 511 W. 27th St.

Paul Sharpe Contemporary Art, 525 W. 29th St., 646-613-1252, www.paulsharpegallery.com: ROBERT APPLETON, “Another Green World” features the spiritual, psychological and metaphysical in a human context. Nov. 14 - Dec. 16. Reception is Thurs., Nov. 16 from 6-9pm.

Peter Blum Chelsea, Blumarts Inc., 526 W. 29th St., 212-244-6055, www.peterblumgallery.com: KIMSOOJA, A Wind Woman. Work engages contemporary painting and a Buddhist understanding of the world. Continues thru Jan. 13.

Pleiades Gallery, 530 W. 25th St., 4th floor, 646-230-0056: APPLE OF MY EYE II, Features batik paintings by Lenore Fiore Mills. Paintings are created using melted wax and dye in alternating layers. Thru Nov. 25. Opening reception is Sat., Nov. 11 from 3-6pm.

Pratt Manhattan Gallery, 144 W. 14th St. 2nd floor: EVA ZEISEL AT 100: A Lifetime of Masterwork in Design, View nearly 100 original ceramic works and celebrate the artist’s 100th birthday on Nov. 13. Continues thru Nov. 18.

Prince Street Gallery, 530 W. 25th St., 4th floor, 646-230-0246, www.PrinceStreetGallery.com, www.EllenPiccolo.com: ELLEN PICCOLO, View works as part of the exhibition “Working the Waterfront.” Thru Nov. 25.

Rhonda Schaller Studio, 547 W. 27th St., Suite 529, bet 10th & 11th Aves., 212-967-1338, www.RhondaSchallerChelsea.com: JOHANNA GILLMAN, “Whispers” is a collection of collages and paintings addressing ideas of identity, memory and dance. Thru Dec. 2.

School of Visual Arts, 209 E. 23rd St., www.sva.edu: BEING THERE, An exhibition of works by 13 artists specializing in drawing on location. Nov. 27 - Dec. 16. SVA is one of few art schools to actively train artists to draw on location.

Stephen Haller Gallery, 542 W. 26th St., bet 10th & 11th Aves., 212-741-7777, www.stephenhallergallery.com: MICHEL ALEXIS, “Epigrams” is a collection of paintings inscribed and carved through gesso-soaked paper on canvas revealing colors and materials in the area below. Thru Nov. Dec. 12.

Steven Kasher Gallery, 521 W. 23rd St., 2nd floor, 212-966-3978, www.stevenkasher.com: VINTAGE PRINTS, View vintage photographs of artists and writers by Fred W. McDarrah. Continues thru Jan. 6. `

Viridian Artists, Inc., 530 W. 25th St., bet 10th & 11th Aves., 4th floor; 212-414-4040: NATURESCAPES, Paintings and photographs by Phyllis Smith inspired by her enthusiasm for nature. This is the first time the artist has exhibited her photography in conjunction with her paintings. Thru Nov. 25. Opening reception is Sat., Nov. 11 from 4-6pm. AL PIERCE, “People, Places and Things” featuring the winner of the 17th National Juried Exhibition. Nov. 28 - Dec. 16. Opening reception is Sat., Dec. 2 from 4-6pm.

Viromare Gallery, 547 W. 27th St.: LELLO ESPOSITO, Referred to as a cult artist because of his investigation of archetypes and the symbols of the city of Naples, sculptor and painter Lello Esposito will show a variety of works. Currently on view.

Visual Arts Museum, 209 E. 23rd St., 212-592-2010, www.sva.edu: JULES FEIFFER, View a retrospective of works spanning the 50 years of Feiffer’s career with early works on paper, cartoon strips, watercolors and posters from his film and stage productions. Continues thru Dec. 2.

Family

Kids ‘N Comedy, Stand-up comedy created and performed by kids ages 11-17. Sun., Nov. 19 & Dec. 10 at 2pm. GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB, 208 W. 23rd St. Reservations are required. 212-877-6115. $15, plus one drink minimum. Ages 9+.

Teens ‘N Comedy Shows, A show for teens by teens. Aspiring young comedians will present original material. Fri., Nov. 17 and Dec. 15 at 6pm. Must be at least 14 to attend. Teens only, no parents. $12 plus 1 soda purchase minimum. Vintage Lounge, GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB, 208 W. 23rd St.

Music

Amato Opera, 319 Bowery, corner of 2nd St., 212-228-8200, www.amato.org: RIGOLETTO, In Italian by Verdi. Fridays, Saturday & Sundays, Thru Nov. 26. Tickets are $35, $28 students, children & seniors.

Greenwich Village Bistro, 13 Carmine St.; 212-206-9777: WHIRLED MUSIC, Series presents artists performing Jazz, Blues, New Soul, Bluegrass and more. Takes place nightly. No cover.

Helen’s, 169 8th Ave. bet 18th & 19th Sts., 212-206-0609, www.CynthiaCrane.com: CYNTHIA CRANE, Hear her “smoky velvet sound” live. Sat., Nov. 11 at 7pm and Thurs., Nov. 16 at 7pm. $12 plus $15 minimum purchase.

Repertorio Espagnol, 138 E. 27th St., 212-225-9920: GARDEL: THE MUSICAL, A dance/music show about the life of Argentine singer Carlos Gardel, “The King of Tango.” Currently showing. $25-55.

Third Street Music School Settlement, 235 E. 11th St.; 212-777-3240: FACULTY ARTIST SERIES, Fridays at 7:30pm. Free admission.

Lectures &Readings

Artists on Artists Lecture Series, Hear a lecture by Joan Jonas on the art of Bridget Riley. Mon., Nov. 13 at 6:30pm. DIA ART FOUNDATION, 548 W. 22nd St. $6, $3 members, students & seniors. 212-989-5566. www.diaart.org.

Church Book Club, Discuss “The Practicing Congregation: Imagining a New Old Church” by Diana Butler Bass. Sundays at 10:30am. CHELSEA COMMUNITY CHURCH, 1st floor Rectory Chapel, 346 W. 20th St. Need not be a member of the church to attend.

Express Your Insights Open Mic, Express your insights into the important social and political issues of our time through poetry, song or original writings. Sat., Nov. 18 from 6-8pm. THE ACTORS THEATRE WORKSHOP, 145 W. 28th St., 3rd floor. Reserve a 3 minute spot by calling 212-947-1386 x0. An open house will take place from 4-6pm with information on programs and classes. www.actorstheatreworkshop.com.

Theater

Almost Made, Play by Queens’ native Louie Liberti is a tribute to his father. It follows Liberti as a teen working with his father through his downward spiral into drugs and depression. Continues thru Nov. 26, Thurs. - Sat. at 8pm and Sun. at 3pm. URBAN STAGES, 259 W. 30th St. $35. 212-868-4444. www.smarttix.com.

The Atheist, A dark comedy about a journalist’s relentless quest for fame. A good story always prevails, regardless of the cost. Previews begin Nov. 24. Continues thru Dec. 23. Shows are Tues. - Sat. at 8pm and Sun. at 3pm. CENTER STAGE, NY, 48 W. 21st St., bet 5th & 6th Aves. $45. 212-868-4444. www.smarttix.com.

Dear Diary, Elizabeth Laime plays Betty Beasley, your new resident assistant who guides you through the ins and outs of dorm life. Wed., Nov. 22 & 29 at 8pm. UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADE THEATRE, 307 W. 26th St., bet 8th & 9th Aves. $5. 212-366-9176. www.ucbtheatre.com.

The Given, Cathea is torn between her two best friends, Swannee, an HIV-positive man looking for validation from conventional society, and Leon, a drug-user and bug-chaser, a gay man who actively seeks HIV infection. Thru Nov. 11. STUDIO DANTE, 257 W. 29th St., bet 7th & 8th Aves. $35. 212-868-4444. www.smarttix.com.

Holiday on the Hudson, 10th annual holiday performance featuring the ice skating talent of children from Sky Rink Skating School and Sky’s Rink’s competitive skaters. Fri., Dec. 8 at 7pm. Get free tickets, limit 2 per person, beginning Fri., Nov. 24. SKY RINK, Chelsea Piers, Pier 61, enter at 23rd St. & the Hudson River. 212-336-6100. New unwrapped toys are being collected for Toys for Tots.

Love, Death and Interior Decorating, An evening of one act plays. Thru Nov. 13; Thurs. - Mon. at 8pm and Sun. at 3pm. Also Thurs. - Sat., Nov. 16-18 at 8pm. ALTERED STAGES, 212 W. 29th St., 2nd floor. $12.75. 212-352-3101. www.theatermaniua.com.

The Marriage Bed, The Love story of Jeni and Val who have been living together for 7 wonderful years when Great Britain passes a Parliamentary Bill legalizing same-sex Civil Unions. Now the two must decide if they should marry, or not. Continues thru Nov. 19, Wed. - Sat. at 8pm and Sun. at 5pm. SANFORD MEISNER THEATER, 164 11th Ave., bet 22nd & 23rd Sts. $30. 212-352-3101. www.TheaterMania.com.

The Sneeze, Idiomatic translations of Anton Chekov’s short plays. Thru Nov. 14; Sat. at 3pm; Sun. at 3 & 7pm and Tues. at 7pm. ACE OF CLUBS, Great Jones St. at Lafayette St. $35, includes 2 drinks. 212-352-3101.

The Voyage of the Carcass, When their Polar expedition goes awry, only three members of the doomed SS Carcass remain. After 7 years trapped in the ice, will they make it home alive? Thru Nov. 12; Mon., Wed. - Fri. at 8pm; Sat. at 2 & 8pm; and Sun. at 3pm. SOHO PLAYHOUSE, 15 Vandam St., bet 6th & Varick. $40 on Mon., Wed. & Thurs. $50 on Fri. - Sun. 212-691-1555.