Listings

Volume One, Issue 32, April 27 - May 3, 2007

Listings

Dance

Stephen PetronioThe choreographer provocateur returns to The Joyce with two major works — a revival of ReBourne, last seen in 1997 and set to a remix of music by Beastie Boys, and an encore performance of Bud Suite, with music by Rufus Wainwright – and two premieres. Apr. 27-29. Tickets: $40.Alonzo King's Lines Balletis presented by the San Francisco-based company on May 1-6. Tickets: 40. Joyce Theater, 175 8th Ave. For more information and to purchase tickets, call JoyceCharge at (212) 242-0800 or visit www.joyce.org.

The Nothing FestivalChoreographer Tere O’Connor asked eight dance artists to create a new work from nothing – no story, no music, no outside source. The resulting work intends to create a dialogue focused on the conflict of making a dance and marketing the work. Apr. 27 & 28 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $20/$12.Nora ChipaumireThe dancer/choreographer’s new work push/pull theories refracts immigrant experiences through a dance/theater lens. May 3, 4 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $20. Dance Theater Workshop, 219 W 19th St., 212-924-0077.

Events

Adidas Urban RunRunners of all levels are invited to participate in twice-weekly group runs on the Hudson River Park bikeway/walkway. Simply show up ready to run (4 to 8 miles). Tuesdays at 7pm, Sundays at 10am. Free. Runners meet at the Adidas Urban Run office, next door to Ruthy's Café on Pier 62 at Chelsea Piers, 22nd St. and the Hudson River. For more information, contact Jillian Mastroianni at 212-336-6879 or mastrj@chelseapiers.com.

BENT 2007 The Fourth Annual Circuit Bending Festival is a three-day extravaganza of workshops, concerts and art installations. Presented by Eyebeam. Apr. 27 & 28. Eyebeam Open HoursTuesdays throughout Winter/Spring 2007 Eyebeam's R&D OpenLab and Production Lab open their doors from 2-4 p.m. and the Education Lab opens its doors from 4-6 p.m. The public is welcome to drop in on the fellows, residents and staff working in the labs. Eyebeam, 540 W. 21 St., www.eyebeam.org. For more information, visit: http://bentfestival.org

Family Fun DayAdults and kids will spend the evening playing snag golf, hitting golf balls, and receiving tee line tips from teaching professionals. Enjoy hot dogs, sodas and an ice cream sundae bar, and participate in raffles and giveaways. Apr. 27, 4-6 p.m. Free, but space is limited. RSVP for this event at http://www.chelseapiers.com/gcRSVPGreeneCty.cfm. Golf Club at Chelsea Piers, Pier 59, 18th St. & the Hudson River, 212-336-6400.

Restaurants Celebrate City HarvestThe world's first and New York City's only food rescue organization is commemorating its 25th anniversary and the New York City restaurant community is joining in on the festivities. Top chefs create special appetizers, entrees, desserts, and prix fixe menus during the month of April. Twenty-five percent of the sales will benefit City Harvest. Visit www.cityharvest.org for a full list of participating restaurant and dishes.

Exhibitions

Abstract America: Works in ProgressThe Rhonda Schaller Studio welcomes visitors to view the artist’s large panel assemblages of oil pastels on paper and oil paintings on unstretched canvas through May 22. 547 W 27th St., Ste. 529, 212.967.1338, www.rhondaschallerchelsea.com.

Samantha Thomas, “Multiplicities”New paintings through which the artist explores form and space. Through June 2. Mike Weiss Gallery, 520 W 24th St., 212-691-6899, www.mikeweissgallery.com.

Jonah Bokaer & Liubo Borissov“A Cure For Surveillance” (2007), a media work that critiques contemporary technologies of surveillance in our society, marks the beginning of Dance Theater Workshop’s new Gallery Installation Fellowship. On view through Apr. 28. Free. Dance Theater Workshop, 219 W 19th St., 212-924-0077.

Joe Brainard, “If Nancy Was”Created in 1972, this is a series of twenty mixed media works that is being shown in completion for the first time. Through May 19. Fischbach Gallery, 210 11th Ave. at 25th St., 212.759.2345, www.fischbachgallery.com.

Judy Chicago, “Setting the Table: Preparatory Work for The Dinner PartyAn exhibition that celebrates the permanent installation of “The Dinner Party” at the new Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art, Brooklyn Museum. Through Apr. 28. ACA Galleries, 529 W 20th St., 5th Fl., 212-206-8080, www.acagalleries.com.

Mel Chin, “Lamentations & Drawings,”In his third solo show at the Frederieke Taylor gallery, the Houston-born artist presents three recent sculptural works and a series of new drawings on assorted surfaces (currency, cardboard, papyrus and Chinese paper). Through May 19. 535 W 22nd St., 6th Fl., 646-230-0992, www.frederieketaylorgallery.com.

Sara Crisp, “Recent Work”Explorations in mixed media, found objects and encaustic painting.Dusty BoyntonSuite of collargraphs and monoprints that have been reworked with gouache, reclaiming some of the artist’s raw painterliness. Both through May 5. Denise Bibro Fine Art, 529 W 20th St., 4th Fl., 212-647-7030.

Current Visions: Inside Israel (Part 2)Celebrating the gallery’s anniversary and revisiting the theme of their inaugural exhibition, this show explores Israel’s landscape and focuses on aesthetic and artistic concerns. Through Apr. 28.Micha Bar-AmThe Israeli photojournalist presents a selection of work spanning over 5 decades. Opening reception: May 3, 6-8 p.m. Through June 29. Andrea Meislin Gallery, 526 W. 26th St. # 214, 212-627-2552, www.andreameislin.com.

Joseph D’Esposito“Twisted: The Plasticity of Form,” an exhibition of paintings, features iconic action heroes set up in a way to both mock and praise today’s pop culture. Through May 19. First Street Gallery, 526 W 26th St., 646-336-8053, www.firststreetgallery.net.

Sam DurantDurant’s sculpture and drawings that examine aspects of myth and ritual in Joseph Beuys’ work are on view for the first time in the U.S. Through Apr. 28. Paula Cooper Gallery, 521 W 21st St., 212-255-1105, www.paulacoopergallery.com

Diane Edison, “Black and White”Twelve white pencil on black paper portraits of members of the artist’s family, fellow artists and friends, all male. Through May 12. George Adams Gallery, 525 West 26th Street, 1st Fl., 212.564.8480, www.georgeadamsgallery.com.

Maria Epes, “End of the Line Design”An exhibition of clothes worn by the artist, painted and decorated with images of body parts, bones and organs. Through Apr. 27. Ceres Gallery, 547 W 27th St., Ste. 201, 212-947-6100, www.ceresgallery.org.

Julie EvansPaintings by the American artist.Sally Gall, “Blossoms”A sensual interpretation of nature that combines impressive printing skills with a rigorous but romantic vision. Both through May 5. Julie Saul Gallery, 535 W 22nd St., 212-627-2410, www.saulgallery.com.

Bill FontanaSound artist presents the work Panoramic Echoes, a sculpture whose sounds will move, float and echo throughout Madison Square Park through May 1. Free. 5th Ave. (bet. 23 & 26) For more information, visit www.madisonsaquarepark.org.

Foto PhrontiersPhotographers Nancy Burson, Sequoia Emmanuelle, Zena Grey, Eli Morgan, Dean Chamberlain, Dercik Ion and Andrew Zuckerman exhibit their artwork through May 19th. MicroCoSM Gallery, 542 W 27th St., 4th Fl., 212-595-8841, www.microcosmgallery.com.

Susan Gamble & Michael Wenyon“Great Halls of Science” is the first viewing of the duo’s work since their holograms were on view at the Whitney over 15 years ago. Featuring photographs and holograms, the exhibition explores objects and architecture through the use of both science and art. Through Apr. 28. Magnan Projects, 317 10th Ave. (bet. 28 & 29), 212.244.2344.

Orly Genger, “Masspeak”A large-scale installation that occupies the entire gallery and is made of enough nylon climbing rope to surround the island of Manhattan twice. The work is an exploration of contradictory abstract dualities. Through May 5. Larissa Goldston Gallery, 530 W 25th St., 3rd Fl., 212-206-7887, www.larissagoldston.com.

Rima Grad, “Works on Paper”Collages and monoprints that address questions about memories and how these manifest themselves as we age. Through Apr. 28. Viridian Artists Inc., 530 W 25th St., #407, 212-414-4040, www.viridianartists.com.

Carrie Levy, “Impaired”Eleven large-scale color photographs, each one including at least one nude figure under the direction of the artist – an historical reference to image making and the artist’s control over the subject. Through Apr. 28.Stuart O'Sullivan, “A Shared History”A series of photographs taken at homes in Pennsylvania and Vermont belonging to the family of the artist's wife. The images of the homes’ interiors and landscapes become portraits of their inhabitants. Opening: May 3, 6-8 p.m. Through July 13.

Daniel Cooney Fine Art, 511 West 25th Street, #506, 212-255-8158, www.danielcooneyfineart.com.

Location as CharacterAn exhibition of comics and illustrations by third-year BFA Illustration and Cartooning Department students based on imaginary or actual locations used in historical or fictional narratives. Through Apr. 28. Visual Arts Gallery, 601 W 26 St., 15th Fl., 212.592.2145.

Jörg MadlenerIn “Sandstorm: The First Five Days of the War,” the painter makes direct reference to the current conflict in Iraq and focuses on the underlying psychological issues of the war and the way it is interpreted by the public. Opening: May 3, 6-8 p.m. Through June 2. Brenda Taylor Gallery. 511 W 25th St. #401, 212-463-7166, www.brendataylorgallery.com.

Walter De MariaTwo large-scale sculptures by the American artist: “13,14,15 Meter Rows” at the 24th St. location and “A Computer Which Will Solve Every Problem in the World/ 3-12 Polygon” at 522 W 21st St. These works attest to De Maria’s longstanding interest in mathematical interest and are derived from the same numerological principals and linked both physically and conceptually. Through May 5. Gagosian Gallery, 555 W 24th St., 212-741-1111, www.gagosian.com.

Mark Beard and His CircleOver the years, Beard has invented 5 artists, all from the 19th and 20th centuries. This exhibition reveals newly discovered work by all of them. Through May 5. John Stevenson Gallery, 338 W 23rd St., 212-352-0070, www.johnstevenson-gallery.com.

Seth Mulvey, "Location as Character"The SVA illustration student presents a series of paintings based on a memorial for bicyclist Eric Ng (22), who was killed last December by a drunk driver while riding on the West Side highway's bike path. Through Apr. 28. Visual Arts Gallery, 601 W 26 St., 15th Fl., 212.592.2145.

Notes on UtopiaMultimedia group exhibition eliciting a discourse on human attempts at establishing utopian foundations. Featuring work by Hans Richter, Jose Clemente Orozco and David Byrne, among others. Through Apr. 28. Maya Stendhal Gallery, 545 W 20th St., 212.366.1549, www.mayastendhalgallery.com.

Erwin Olaf, “Grief”The third and final installment of a trilogy will feature narratives and portraits, mostly of women caught in private moments, by the Dutch photographer and filmmaker. Through June 2. Hasted Hunt Gallery, 529 W 20th St., 3rd Fl., 212-627-0006, www.hastedhunt.com.

One Seed in Four StagesA kinetic mechanical structure in the gallery’s 36th street windows by multi-media artist Mat Laibowitz. Through May 5. Exit Art, 475 Tenth Ave., 212 966 7745, www.exitart.org.

S.H.RazaSelected works by one of India's senior modern master artists. Through Apr. 28. RL Fine Arts, 39 W 19 St., Ste. 612, 212 645 6402, www.rlfinearts.com.

Charles RitchieSketchbooks and four drawings. Through May 26.Mequitta Ahuja, “Encounters”Works on paper about issues of personal and ethnic identity. Opening: Apr. 27, 6-8 p.m. Through June 2. BravinLee Programs, 526 W 26th St., #211, 212-462-4404, www.bravinlee.com.

Joseph A. Rosen and Martin KornfeldBlack and white photographs. Through May 5. Gallery 225, 225 W 14th St., 212-691-8156.

Anders Ruhwald“We float in space and cannot perceive in the new order,” an exhibition by this year’s Sotheby’s Award winner, features ceramics that evoke the intimacy and familiarity of utilitarian objects but resist the matrixes of traditional consumer society. Through May 31st. M.Y. Art Prospect, 47 W 27th St., 2nd floor, 212-268-7132, www.myartprospects.com.

Cedric SmithVintage photographs about the disappearing black culture of the South. Through May 5. Dillon Gallery, 555 W 25th St., 212-727-8585, www.dillongallery.com.

Secret Livesfeatures work by Parsons graduating students. Part of the illustration program's senior thesis coursework, the exhibition includes paintings, drawings, sculpture, interactive shadow boxes, toy designs, skateboard art, light box installations, mural work and Limited Edition Brooklyn Industries T-Shirts. Through Apr. 27. Free. Art Directors Club, 106 W 29th St., 212-643-1440, www.adcglobal.org.

Mark Shetabi, “The Ambassadors”An exhibition of new painting and sculpture that deal with the experience of being between cultures. (The artist was born in New York, lived in Tehran, Iran, for five years, and returned to the U.S. with his family on the eve of the Iranian revolution). Through May 26. Jeff Bailey Gallery, 511 W. 25th St., No. 207, 212.989.0156.

Linda Stojak, “Waking at Night”features personal paintings that deal with issues of the self, identity and the female body. Through May 29. Stephen Haller Gallery, 542 W 26th St., 212-741-7777, www.stephenhallergallery.com.

The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai LamaContemporary artists from around the globe — such as Marina Abramovic, Christo & Jeanne-Claude and Bill Viola — offer a wide range of works inspired by the Dalai Lama. Through Sep. 3. Lynn Davis, “Illumination”The result of the artist’s search for the greatest universal sites, both man-made and natural. Through Jul. 16. Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th Street. 212-620-5000. $10 adults/$7 seniors, students and artists. Closed on Tuesdays.

The Sims: In the Hands of ArtistsParsons The New School for Design presents an exhibition exploring the world of the Electronic Arts' popular video game. Student work will range from machinima (using a game engine to produce animations or films), physical computing, interactive media, and three-dimensional printing to painting, drawing and even toy design. Through May 12. Free. Chelsea Art Museum, home of the Miotte Foundation, 556 W. 22nd St. at 11th Ave., 212-255-0719, www.chelseaartmuseum.org.

Time’s UpIn this wild and energetic show, artists protest the global warming crisis along with giving support to "time's up," the environmental organization in NYC. Through May 5. Protest Space, 511 W 20th St., ground Fl., 646 734 4771.

Bill ViolaVideo works from “The Tristan Project,” the acclaimed production of Richard Wagner’s “Tristan und Isolde.” A collaboration between the artist, Peter Sellars and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, “The Tristan Project” premiered at the Paris Opera in April 2005 and will be at Lincoln Center on May 2nd and 5th. Apr. 28 – May 15. Artist reception: May 3, 6-8 p.m. James Cohan Gallery, 533 W 26th St., 212-714-9500, www.jamescohan.com.

Dan Witz, “New Night Paintings”Images of everyday landmarks illuminated like theater stages. Through May 5. DFN Gallery, 10 Eleventh Ave., 212-334-3400, www.dfngallery.com.

Stephen WilkesTwo series of photographs, “China” and “Ellis Island,” will be on view through May 12. Through his “Ellis Island” series, the artist helped secure six million dollars in funding toward the restoration of the south side of the island. Clamp Art, 521-531 W 25th St., 646-230-0020, www.clampart.com.

Eric ZenerWaterscapes that the artist views as metaphors for dramatic moments of personal decision and change. Through May 5. Gallery Henoch, 555 W. 25th St., 917-305-0003, www.galleryhenoch.com.

Music

Stevie Hollandreturns to the Metropolitan Room with Kris Davis on piano, Edward Perez on bass and Jeff Davis on drums. The program will consist of classics, standards and original songs. Arrangements by award winning composer Gary William Friedman. May 1, 8, 22 & 29 at 9:30 p.m. $25 Cover Charge, 2 Drink Minimum. The Metropolitan Room, 34 W 22nd St. For reservations, call 212-206-0440.

Music in ChelseaEvery Sunday at 4 p.m. Suggested donation $10 ($5 seniors and students). St. Peter’s Church, 346 W 20th St., 212-929-2390.

Annie RossThe jazz legend continues her run of Tuesdays at the Metropolitan Room at Gotham, 7 p.m. 34 West 22nd St., 212-206-0440, www.metropolitainroom.com.

The Practicing Congregation: Imagining a New Old ChurchChurch Book Club discussion 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.

Whirled MusicThis series presents artists performing Jazz, Blues, New Soul, Bluegrass and more. Takes place nightly. No cover. Greenwich Village Bistro, 3 Carmine St., 212-206-9777.

Talks

Artists Talk on ArtArtist Audrey Anastasi will lead a discussion with feminist art critic Cindy Nemser, who edited and published “The Feminist Art Journal” from 1972 to 1977 and authored “Art Talk: Conversations with 15 Women Artists.” Apr. 27 at 7 p.m. Regular admission: $7. School of Visual Arts, Amphitheater, 209 E 23rd St., 3rd Fl., 212-592-2010, www.schoolofvisualarts.edu.

Emotional Eating 101Do you find yourself grabbing for the bowl of M&Ms while trying to meet a deadline or sitting home alone with a pint of Ben & Jerry's? This workshop will give you new insights as well as practical techniques for putting an end to emotional eating. May 3, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. RSVP recommended. Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 W 25th St. For more information, visit VibrantLivingNYC.com.

Public Art Fund Talksis an ongoing series of discussions and presentations by some of today’s most influential artists, critics and curators. Artist Lisa Yuskavage will discuss her work on May 3 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $3 ($3for seniors. Free for students). The New School, John Tishman Auditorium, 66 W 12th St. For more information or tickets, contact the Public Art Fund at 212-980-3942 or talktickets@publicartfund.org.

Theater

An Octopus Love StoryA political protest against the ban on same-sex marriage ignites an unlikely and heartbreaking romance in this Kids with Guns production. Written by Delaney Britt Brewer. May 2-20. Tickets: $18. Center Stage, NY, 48 W 21st St., 4th Fl. For reservations, call 212-352-3101 or visit www.theatermania.com.

Candis Cayne1930s style dinner show with dance, song, voice and comedy. Mondays at 9 & 9:30pm. ASPEN, 30 W. 22nd St. $30 prix fixe menu or free standing room at the bar. 212-645-5040.

Just Kick It Till It BreaksThe works in this exhibition address the “political” indirectly through allegorical approaches and contextual displacements. Curated by Debra Singer and Matthew Lyons. Through Apr. 28. The Kitchen, 512 W. 19th St., 212-255-5793, www.thekitchen.org.

Stone and MaguffinStone Soup Theatre Arts presents a night of puppetry and political farce in two one-acts: Stone by Edward Bond and The Maguffin by Adam Hunault. Apr. 27 & 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15. Actor's Theatre Workshop, 145 W 28th St., 3rd Fl., 212-947-1386, www.actorstheatreworkshop.com. For tickets, call 212.352.3101 or visit www.theatermania.com.

The Quantum EyeAn evening of predictions, mind readings and fantastic revelations by “super mental gymnast” Sam Eaton. Every Fri. at 7 & 9 p.m. 29th Street Jewel Box Theatre, 130 W 29th St, 10th Fl., 212-868-4444, www.thequantumeye.com.

Tours

Contemporary Art Gallery ToursNew York Gallery Tours presents walking tours through the world’s center for contemporary art. Check top exhibits on the Best Exhibits tour or exhibits with a queer sensibility on the Gay and Lesbian tour. Tickets $20. Saturdays at 1 p.m., rain or shine. Check website for specific dates. Meet at 526 W. 26th St. 212-946-1548. www.nygallerytours.com.