Michelle Buteau! MLK Community Events! ‘Evil Dead!’ ‘Clue!’ Romance and Literature author readings! LA Fire Benefits!
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🤣Michelle Buteau: ‘A Work In Progress’ on Tuesday: Three other shows all sold out! (7:30 PM, The Bell House, $32.10)
🗣’Aida' Broadcast Live @ BAM on 1/25: “American soprano Angel Blue headlines as the Ethiopian princess torn between love and country in a new production of Verdi’s Aida by Michael Mayer, which brings audiences inside the towering pyramids and gilded tombs of ancient Egypt with intricate projections and dazzling animations. Romanian-Hungarian mezzo-soprano Judit Kutasi stars as Aida’s rival, Amneris, alongside Polish tenor Piotr Beczała as the soldier Radamès, completing opera’s greatest love triangle. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium to conduct.”(12:30 PM, BAM, $34)
🤣NY ♥️ LA (A Benefit Show) on 1/27: “An evening of comedy & music to benefit the League of California Community Foundation Palisades; Eaton WildFire Recovery & Relief Funds; World Central Kitchen Southern California Meal Support Efforts; & additional organizations raising funds to support displaced individuals impacted by the LA fires. W/ David Cross, Phoebe Robinson, Chris Gethard, Myq Kaplan, Molly Kearney, Sydnee Washington, Toddy Barry, Zach Zimmerman, Seaton Smith & music from Louis Cato.”(7:00 PM, The Bell House, $30)
Get Involved
💃😤Don’t F*cking Tell Me What To Do! Dance Party + Benefit on Friday: “Oh hey! Things feel bad. Like, really bad. But here’s the thing: we’ve still got each other. And sometimes, the only way through it is to throw on a song that just gets it. So in lieu of whatever the fuck 2025 might bring, we’re taking over littlefield to dance. it. the fuck. out. Grab your gaggle of friends, put on your comfiest shoes, and leave it all on the dance floor. This isn’t about ignoring the chaos—it’s about facing it together. What to expect: Pillows for screaming into. Blowups for punching. Piñatas for smashing. Info for local volunteering. Drink specials. Gentle moshing. And more!”(10PM AM, Littlefield, $$6.86 - $12.00($5.00 - $12.00 base price))
🧤Donate men’s winter clothing @ Rider: “Working in collaboration with Park Slope Community Outreach Group, we are doing a Cold Weather Clothing Drive specifically to gather Men’s Coats, Boots / All Weather Shoes. Hats, gloves and scarves are also accepted.” (Rider Gifts)
🍿Eat movie popcorn and support California Community Foundation: “So many of our movie friends (and beyond) are in Los Angeles and it’s heartbreaking to see the devastation of the wildfires. We’ll be donating a portion of our popcorn sales from this weekend to @calfund.” (Nitehawk)
News and Links
🍽New York Restaurant Week starting Tuesday: “Sample a variety of cuisines across the five boroughs with 2-course lunches and 3-course dinners at $30, $45 and $60.*” Participating restaurants are:
Fleur
Chela
Stone Park Cafe
Pasta Louise
The Dram Shop Bar
Lore
Palo Santo
Masalawa and Sons
Le Paddock
Flatiron Steakhouse (New York Restaurant Week)
🗳Park Slope Congresswoman Yvette Clarke leads Democratic minority on Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigation Subcommittee: “Under my leadership, we will hold every agency, department, and program under our jurisdiction accountable to the will of the American people.” (Yvette Clarke IG)
🏚Park Slope neighborhood hates this building — but they’re fighting the city from tearing it down: “A war veteran’s historic, but crumbling, Brooklyn brownstone could face the wrecking ball if city building officials get their way. But a group of preservationists are trying to save the property constructed the same year the Brooklyn Bridge opened.” (New York Post)
Events
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Thursday, 1/16
🖤🎵Rehearsal for The 39th Annual Brooklyn Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: “The Fire Ensemble is an intergenerational choir that centers BIPOC and queer folx. They will host four community rehearsals at BAM prior to the program on January 20th. Rehearsals will take place in The Adam Space on the following dates:
Thur, Jan 16, 6—8pm
Sat, Jan 18, 4—6pm
To sing on January 20, singers should attend at least three rehearsals, including Saturday’s, which is required.”(6:00 PM, BAM, Free)
📘Playwrights In Process (PIP) @ Old Stone House: “Are you an actor, writer, or story maker? Join Piper Theatre for this informal and supportive monthly series held at the Old Stone House.”(7:00 PM, Old Stone House, Free)
📕🤣Romantic Comedy @ The Ripped Bodice: “Hey, y'all want a freaking break? Come out to Rom Com and forget your troubles for a while. We got ✨comedy✨ and we got ✨free wine✨. It is the recipe for a good time!”(7:00 PM, The Ripped Bodice)
🖤📕Brooklyn Reads: ‘In Open Contempt’ With Irvin Weathersby Jr.: “How do we reckon with ongoing anti-Black racism in the United States, as represented by monuments, street signs, and schools named after slaveowners, segregationists, and white supremacists? In this debut book, cultural commentator Irvin Weathersby Jr. engages curators, city planners, and artists—including Brooklyn Museum collection artists Titus Kaphar and Kara Walker—whose work considers the specter of white supremacy in public spaces.” (7:00 PM, Brooklyn Museum)
🍿🏍🚗🚙🚓’Mad Max’ W/ Original Score @ Nitehawk: “Revenge, murder, automobiles. The post-apocalyptic future depicted in Mad Max hearkens back to a more medieval, violent existence. Set in a dystopic Australia, a policeman (Max played by a young Mel Gibson) sets out to avenge the deaths of his partner, wife, and child who were murdered by a motorcycle gang in retaliation for the death of their leader. Following our anti-hero through his undoing into madness, Mad Max takes audiences on a wild ride through this strange, yet recognizable, future.”(7:00 PM, Nitehawk)
🔥⚔️’The Fellowship Of The Ring’ Entirely From Memory: “Presented by the Ten Bones Theatre Company DOORS 7:30PM | SHOW 8PM Ten Bones Theatre Company is thrilled to be back at littlefield for our next installment of the Entirely From Memory series! Performers will attempt (and most likely fail) to recreate “The Fellowship of the Ring”, without the aid of scripts, rehearsals, or sobriety. All they will have will be their memory, a recent viewing of the film, and a lot of wigs.”(8:00 PM, Littlefield)
Friday, 1/17
💃😤Don’t F*cking Tell Me What To Do! Dance Party + Benefit on Friday: See Get Involved above. (10PM AM, Littlefield, $$6.86 - $12.00($5.00 - $12.00 base price))
🍿🧸🧥Family Movie Night @ Park Slope Library: ‘Paddington.’ “Welcome to the Park Slope Library for the first family movie of 2025! Come and join us as we turn our auditorium into a mini movie theater for our interactive movie program when we watch Paddington! After his home in Peru is destroyed, a young talking bear named Paddington travels to London, England, in search of a new home. The bear, dubbed "Paddington" for the london train station, finds shelter with the family of Henry and Mary Brown. However, a museum taxidermist is determined to make a trophy out of him. Rated PG 95 minute Runtime All ages welcome, no registration required!”(3:30 PM, Central Library)
🎭A Very Modern Classical Evening With Molière In The Park: “Brooklyn's favorite free theater, Molière in the Park is back with a staged reading of Le'Asha Julius' new play ‘The Regulars + Molière's The Ludicrous Ladies!’Pairing The Regulars, a short tragedy in verse by rapper, actor, and playwright Le’Asha Julius with The Ludicrous Ladies, a one act comedy in prose by Molière might appear at first as an exercise in contrast.”(7:00 PM, Central Library)
🤣The Reverse Racism Show: Daddy's 30th Birthday Show: “A stand-up comedy/game show that creates BIPOC joy at the expense of white guilt, plus a live reimagining of the upcoming inauguration!”(7:30 PM, Littlefield)
🤣A Drinking Game NYC: 10 Things I Hate About You: “Classic movies: shaken, not stirred, and with a twist. What is "A Drinking Game"? Well, take your favorite 80s or 90s flick, mix in a live staged reading, add a dash of your favorite beverage, and the result is one hell of a cocktail.” (8:00 PM, The Bell House, $25)
🍺🌈DJ Ily @ Ginger's: “No rest for the queers this January. @dj_ily_ brings the party to Gingers Friday 1/17 from 9pm - no cover. Bring your charm, wit, love, and dance moves to the floor. 💕💕💕”(9:00 PM, Ginger's Bar)
🤣Annabel And Sabina Meschke Present: Triplet Auditions: “Twin comedians Annabel and Sabina Meschke are on a never-ending quest to find the perfect triplet, and ONLY a comedian will do. Enter Triplet Auditions, a monthly comedy show where two sisters from the very same mister host the best comedians this ol’ town has to offer! Triplet Auditions: because it would be messed up to call the show 2 Girls 1 Womb. ♥With special guests: Garrett Williams, Bridget Foley, Asha Ward, and Michelladonna”(10:00 PM, Union Hall, $15.64)
🎤️Karaoke Tremendous: “Jay Miller (of Midevenings/Impractical Jokers) is out to spread love and kick down the walls of your private room karaoke! KARAOKE TREMENDOUS is like the karaoke you know, just turned up to 11. Put it this way, if your favorite dance party had a baby with a karaoke machine, that baby would be KARAOKE TREMENDOUS. You sing good? That's great! You don't? That's fine. Just bring the enthusiasm and we'll give you the fun!!Photo: Elann Danziger”(11:59 PM, Union Hall, Free)
Saturday, 1/18
🛒Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket: “This community destination brings together a mix of shoppers from the nearby neighborhoods of Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights, and beyond. Runners, dog-walkers, families, and food lovers all converge to buy from the huge array of farm fresh products, and to participate in the programming and cooking demonstrations that take place every Saturday all year long.” (8:00 AM, Grand Army Plaza)
🐦🐤Introduction To Birdwatching Outings: “Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory outing is for you! Every Saturday, join Prospect Park Alliance and a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club on an introductory walk to learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit Prospect Park through all seasons.”(10:00 AM, Audubon Center, Free)
🧘🏽IC Athletic Club: Yoga With Mimi Le: “This open level yoga flow class balances strength and mobility with effort and ease. Explore safe alignment and stability with mindful pacing, alongside breath-centered movement to support a spacious, energizing yet grounded practice.”(10:00 AM, Industry City)
🏷Sample Sale & Factory Tour Event: “Stop by Tailored Industry to tour a luxury 3D Knitting factory and enjoy 40% off made-to-order items and samples. Women’s, Men’s, Kids, Pets products available. Everything from cashmere sweaters to swimwear.”(11:00 AM, Industry City)
🍿🔧🔫🔪’Clue’ @ Nitehawk: “Well someone’s got to break the ice, and it might as well be me. In Clue, a group of nefarious strangers meet up at a spooky mansion on a dark and stormy night. They’ve been invited to dinner to discuss a blackmail plot against them, and what they can do to put a stop to it. What’s on the menu? Monkey’s brains. What’s for dessert? MURDER..”(11:00 AM, Nitehawk)
Saturday Afternoon
🎓🪴Garden Planning Workshop With Angel Martinez Lombardo: “Plan your Spring garden. Regardless of space, we'll work backwards from the vision you have for your space, to what and when to plant and how you'll care for your garden. Participants will get some fun hacks for growing indoors or in small spaces, ideas forbuilding raised beds, and taking advantage of vertical space. In addition, participants will gain a basic understanding of the difference between perennials and annuals, when to prune, and some core gardening basics.”(12:00 PM, Old Stone House, $28.52)
🍻5th Annual Barrel Aged Beer Festival: “Join us at the Publick House where we host 20+ different breweries for our 5th Annual Barrel Fest! We give you a glass and you can try as many of these barrel aged beers as you want! Muddy Wine is playing live music during the event and Just Eat Burgers will be providing smash burgers (not included in ticket price) so don’t miss this!”(12:00 PM, Industry City)
🥽Koko NYC Inventor's Lab: “Kids will learn about simple machines and use recyclables to build new inventions! This free community event is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about PS118's after school program's enrichments.”(1:00 PM, Old Stone House, Free)
✏️Weekend Art: Saturday Sketch Club: “Draw inspiration from works in The Brooklyn Artists Exhibition, a major group show highlighting the remarkable creativity of our borough. Then create your own sketches inspired by what you’ve seen.”(1:00 PM, Brooklyn Museum)
🎵Fam Jam With Our Pal Isaac @Parklife: “Music and art for the kids, margs and tacos for the parents. It’s a win win. Featuring Our Pal Isaac! DOORS 2PM | START 2:30PM Join us at Parklife for our new weekly Fam Jam! We’ve got cool art play for the little kiddos at 2:30pm followed by music and sing-along at 3:15pm with Our Pal Isaac. And for the big kiddos (aka adults), come and enjoy Parklife’s tacos and margaritas! Meet a new friend (or 3). This is about being together and making connections as much as it is for entertaining our kids!”(2:30 PM, Littlefield)
Saturday Night
🎵The 39th Annual Brooklyn Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: See Thursday listing. (6:00 PM, BAM, Free)
🤣Jungle Cat Comedy With Mohanad Elshieky And Abby Govindan: “Introducing one of New York’s hottest comedy shows: Jungle Cat Comedy! Selling out multiple back-to-back shows in venues all over the city including Lincoln Center, Jungle Cat is back for its one-year anniversary at Union Hall.Venture into the jungle with hosts Abby Govindan and Mohanad Elshieky as they bring you a stacked lineup of nationally and internationally acclaimed comedians.With special guests: Ivy Wolk, Katie Boyle, Michael Rice, Nico Carney, Tessa Belle, and Zahid Dewji”(10:00 PM, Union Hall, $22.07)
🤣Vintage Vibez: “We here at Vintage Vibez are determined to deliver quality events reminiscent of the same times we ourselves enjoyed a decade ago and before. A time when the music was most important.”(11PM, Littlefield)
Sunday, 1/19
🐦🐤Birding In Peace: “Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean that there aren’t interesting birds to discover in Green-Wood. For some bird species that migrate south after the breeding season, Brooklyn is their Miami during the cold months.”(7:00 AM, Green-Wood Cemetery, $$20, $16 for members)
🛒Washington Park Greenmarket: 20 years old! (9:00 AM, Washington Park)
🎵Pop-Up Performances: Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra: “Drop by to hear music selections performed by members of the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra, the Museum’s orchestra in residence. ”(2:00 PM, Brooklyn Museum)
🎨Me, Myself And Eye: Daniel Kelly: “Kelly explores the meeting place of music with literature, visual art and journalism, captivating audiences across the country. A prolific composer and tireless musical explorer, Kelly continually seeks out new avenues for his creativity.”(4:40 PM, 440 Gallery)
💃Contra Dance: “If your new to contra dancing we recommend the free lesson before the dance at 4:30, you'll have more fun! But if you can't make it we'll get you up to speed. Just let us know when you come through the door! Dancing starts at 5! ”(5:00 PM, Brooklyn Contra, $15)
Sasha Dodson & friends winter residency. (6PM, Mathilde)
📕🌈January Queer Lit Book Club @ Ripped Bodice: “The Queer Lit Bookclub is led by our manager Katherine and reads all genres of books by publicly Queer authors. Book for January: The Bootlegger's Bounty by Adriana Herrera”(7:15 PM, The Ripped Bodice, Free)
🤣Good God: “Good God is a live stand-up comedy and variety event, produced by Caitlin Cook, Brittany Carney, Naomi Karavani, and Shane Torres. Good God is guaranteed to be packed with the biggest household names, up-and-coming performers, and unforgettable variety acts that New York City has to offer… and of course, confessions—each show, audience members anonymously share their craziest, cringiest, most scandalous secrets, which your hosts then read out during the show. Come bare your soul!”(7:30 PM, Union Hall, $12.58)
Monday, MLK Day
🖤Teacher Workshops: Mlk Day Of Action: “Educators: honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day by joining our annual day of action, featuring two professional development workshops. Attend one session or stay for the whole day to explore strategies for leveraging the arts to build and sustain community in the classroom and beyond.” (9:30 am pm, 1 pm, Brooklyn Museum)
🖤🎵The 39th Annual Brooklyn Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: “We honor the life and legacy of Dr. King at this vital Brooklyn tradition. Join us for a very special solo presentation by Ailey II, vibrant music with The Fire Ensemble led by Troy Anthony, and more. Ring in the New Year with friends, neighbors, artists, and civic leaders in a day of activism, music, and family-friendly activities.”(10:30 AM, BAM, Free)
🖤BAMkids Celebrates Mlk Day: If You Can’t Be The Sun, Be A Star!: “This family friendly program, co-curated with the BAMkids Parent Advisory Circle, immerses young people in art forms that express the importance of acts of service and collaborative work, while knowing that your best doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Activities include imaginative movement, creating a collaborative tape mural, celebrating friendship and family in a vintage photo booth, and sharing inspirational messages. Guided by a diverse group of artists, kids will express creativity and build community, while learning about Dr. King’s life and mission.”(11:45 AM, BAM, Free)
🖤Martin Luther King Jr. Day School Holiday In Prospect Park: “Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation. Please note the Prospect Park Audubon is open for the public school holiday and there is no special programming.”(12:00 PM, Audubon Center, Free)
🖤BAMkids Celebrates Mlk Day: If You Can’T Be The Sun, Be A Star! See earlier listing. (1:30 PM and 3PM, BAM, Free)
🍿’Year One’ @ Nitehawk followed by a Q&A with writer/director: “The Future of Film is Female presents the New York premiere of Lauren Loesberg’s YEAR ONE. Ruby’s freshman year of college doesn’t go as planned. Despite her best efforts, she struggles to make friends other than her complicated roommate, Selene, and experiences both academic and social rejection.”(6:45 PM, Nitehawk)
🍿🤡’Killer Klowns From Outer Space’ @ Nitehawk: “When teenagers Mike (Grant Cramer) and Debbie (Suzanne Snyder) see a comet crash outside their sleepy small town, they investigate and discover a pack of murderous aliens who look very much like circus clowns. They try to warn the local authorities, but everyone assumes their story is a prank. Meanwhile, the clowns set about harvesting and eating as many people as they can. It’s not until they kidnap Debbie that Mike decides it’s up to him to stop the clowns’ bloody rampage.”(9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
📕Onyx Storm Midnight Release Party (SOLD OUT) “An ONYX STORM is coming…It's time to join your fellow riders, scribes, healers, and infantry for a MIDNIGHT RELEASE PARTY!”(11:00 PM, The Ripped Bodice, $37.99)
Tuesday, 1/21
🧶Slip Stitch Knitting Group: “Looking to share your current knitting project with others? Come join like-minded folks on their yarn journey in the Info Commons. Bring your own yarn and tools and meet with other fiber artists for a fun evening of improving your cabling, frogging your mistakes, and picking up every dropped stitch. Drop-ins welcome, space limited. (And most sessions we'll continue till closing!)”(5:00 PM, Central Library)
📕Edwin Frank Presents ‘Stranger Than Fiction,’ In Conversation With Joshua Cohen: “For more than two decades, Edwin Frank has introduced readers to forgotten or overlooked texts as the director of the acclaimed publisher New York Review Books. In Stranger Than Fiction, he offers a survey of the key works that defined the twentieth-century novel. ”(7:00 PM, Community Bookstore, Free)
📕🥃Brooklyn Books & Booze: “Curated by author and journalist Randee Dawn, this monthly event features a variety of emerging and established writers reading from their current works. This November, we’re excited to welcome authors C.S.E Cooney, Mary G. Thompson, Matt Talucci, and Richard Sparks!”(7:00 PM, Industry City, Free)
🤣Michelle Buteau: A Work In Progress: See Book Now above. (7:30 PM, The Bell House, $32.10)
🍿💀🫣🪚🧟♀️🖐🏻’Evil Dead 2’ + Author Reading: “Co-presented with Brooklyn Horror Society and The Twisted Spine; preceded by a reading and Q&A with author Clay McLeod Chapman. Ash Williams (Bruce Campbell) once again battles horrifying demons at a secluded cabin in the woods in this part horror, part comedy sequel to Evil Dead. After discovering an audiotape left by a college professor that contains voices reading from the Book of the Dead, Ash’s girlfriend Linda (Denise Bixler) becomes possessed by evil spirits that are awakened by the voices on the tape. Ash soon discovers there is no escaping the woods. Clay McLeon Chapman’s new book Wake Up And Open Your Eyes will be available for sale before and after the screening.”(9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
Wednesday, 1/22
🛒Wednesday Greenmarket At Bartel-Pritchard Square: “Nestled inside Prospect Park’s tree-shaded southwest corner, this much-loved market is where South Slope and Windsor Terrace residents stock up on locally grown staples. The offerings range from a selection of vegetables, fruits, baked goods, plants and flowers to fresh-caught fish and organic baked goods. ”(8:00 AM, Prospect Park)
🎓🪴Winter White Centerpiece: “ Explore the ivory, cream, parchment and oyster shades of winter white with a seasonal floral display. Using a variety of winter blooms and textual elements, you’ll create a stunning centerpiece fit for the season. The instructor will offer step-by-step instruction—from palette selection and flower care to professional techniques for crafting a lush and unique floral arrangement. ”(5:30 AM, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, $71)
💀Death Cafe: “The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda, but conversations might explore topics like burial vs. cremation, green burials, planning funerals and celebrations of life, or personal experiences with grief.”(6:30 PM, Green-Wood Cemetery, Free. Registration required.)
🤣The Method With Joey Dardano Sneak Peak Event!: “Joey Dardano, along with Stapleview, the Laugh Factory, and his constant need for adoration and attention have created a digital series titled “The Method with Joey Dardano”. Having filmed the show earlier in 2024, it’s finally time for this show to start seeing the light of day. Come to Union Hall for a live show celebrating its release that will include comedy from some of your favorite comedians, some music, as well as a sneak peak of the premiere episode and also maybe another one!”(7:30 PM, Union Hall, $12.58)
🤣Rat Candy: “Rat Candy is a perfect variety show hosted by a group of humans (definitely NOT rats dressed in human costumes). Come to laugh and drink rat-themed cocktails. Tickets are $15 and include $10 to spend on a scurry-worthy drink at the bar! What a damn deal! All proceeds from the show will go to Elevated Access, an organization that provides transportation for abortion access. You can read more about it here! Can’t wait to laugh with you!”(8:00 PM, Littlefield)
🤣The Flick Pit Presents: Glitter @Parklife: “Every month hosts Christian Miller and Max Wittert are joined by comedians, bravely lending their commentary to Hell’s worst movies. DOORS 7:30PM | SHOW 8PM Every month hosts Christian Miller and Max Wittert are joined by comedians, bravely lending their commentary to Hell’s worst movies. January’s film will be Mariah Carey’s GLITTER (2001)”(8:00 PM, Littlefield)
🍿Come Back To The 5 & Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean: “Based on the play by Ed Graczyk (also directed by Robert Altman), Come Back to the 5 and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean is an inventive low budget American classic that reveals the hidden secrets, regrets, and obsessions of women who are reunited after twenty years.”(8:45 PM, Nitehawk)
Thursday, 1/23
🍿Alexandra Vasti Ripped Bodice Event For ‘Earl Crush:’ “For three years, wallflower heiress Lydia Hope-Wallace has anonymously penned seditious pamphlets—and for almost as long, she’s corresponded with the reclusive Earl of Strathrannoch. When Arthur’s latest letter reveals his dire financial straits, Lydia sets out for Scotland to offer him the only salvation she can think of: a marriage of convenience. To, um, herself.But the real earl has no idea who she is. When a bewitching stranger offers him her hand in marriage, Arthur Baird is stunned.”(7:00 PM, The Ripped Bodice, $20)
🎶Exceptet Tree Lines Album Release Concert With Kyra Sims: “Exceptet is thrilled to present the album release concert for their debut record, Tree Lines! The concert will feature pieces from the album released on the New Focus Recordings label on January 17, 2025, and an opening solo set by Kyra Sims. Featuring commissioned works by composers Katherine Balch, Paul Kerekes, and Sarah Goldfeather, Exceptet’s first record offers three different sonic explorations of the septet’s unique instrumentation, rooted in Stravinsky’s iconic L’Histoire du soldat.”(8:00 PM, Littlefield)
🍿Dark Angel: The Ascent: “Ridiculous <> Sublime sets 2025 on fire right out of the gate with this fantastical depiction of hell and the demented world above it.
Veronica, a demoness in a surprisingly pious hell, is constantly at odds with those around her because of her rebellious spirit.”(9:15 PM, Nitehawk)
🤣Simple Town At Union Hall: “New sketches and special guests! Simple Town is a comedy group in New York. Their work has appeared on Adult Swim and Comedy Central. They were featured in the New York Television Festival and New York Comedy Festival.You can see their work here.”(10:00 PM, Union Hall, $12.58)
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