Events are FREE unless otherwise noted. Dates and times are subject to change.
Man In Boat
Theatre / Teatro
Monday, June 6 | 7pm
Set in the media-saturated world of postmodern America, this absurdist dark-comedy centers on Daniel who is stranded in a rowboat in the middle of the desert; unable to remain a child, yet unable to grow-up.
Ubicada en la Norteamérica posmoderna, saturada por los medios de comunicación, esta comedia absurda se centra en Daniel, que se encuentra varado en una lancha en medio del desierto, incapaz de seguir siendo un niño y al mismo tiempo incapaz de madurar.
The United Palace Cathedral Theater
4010 Broadway (at 169th St.)
INFO: www.PeoplesTheatreProject.org | 646.398.9062
Open Mic with Orville Davis
Music / Música
Mondays in June | 8pm
All are welcome to perform.
Todos son bienvenidos a participar.
Indian Road Café
600 W. 218th St. (at Indian Rd.)
INFO: www.indianroadcafe.com | 212.942.7451
Harry Hancock – Emergence
& Andrea Cukier
Opening Reception / Apertura
Tuesday, June 7 | 5-9pm
Recent portraits by / Retratos por Harry Hancock
Paintings by / Pinturas por Andrea Cukier
The Cornerstone Center
178 Bennett Avenue (at 189th St.)
INFO: 212.923.5757 (call for hours) | www.harryhancock.com | www.andreacukier.com
Uptown Arts Review©
Opening Reception / Apertura
Tuesday, June 7 | 6-8pm
Featuring works by the 2011 NoMAA Visual Art Grantees:
Curated by Rocío Aranda-Alvarado, Associate Curator – Special Projects at El Museo del Barrio.
Roundtable discussion with featured artists on Tuesday, June 21, 6:30pm.
Artistas plásticos que recibieron la beca NoMAA 2011. Curadora: Rocio Aranda-Alvarado de El Museo del Barrio.
Charla con artistas: Martes, 21 de junio, 6:30pm.
(June 7 – July 15)
NoMAA Gallery
178 Bennett Avenue, 3rd Fl. (at 189th St.)
INFO: 212.568.4396 | www.nomaanyc.org
Lost Inwood
Presentation / Presentación
Tuesday, June 7 | 7:30pm
Slides, photos and artifacts from our neighborhood’s past.
Imágenes, fotografías y objetos de la historia de nuestro barrio.
Indian Road Café
600 W. 218th St. (at Indian Rd.)
INFO: www.indianroadcafe.com | 212.942.7451
Shakespeare and Poetry Festival
Theatre / Teatro
Wednesday, June 8 | 6pm
This bilingual festival is the year-end celebration of classes in-residence in every classroom at Harbor Heights.
Este festival bilingüe es la celebración de fin de año de las clases en Harbor Heights.
PS 173 Auditorium
306 Ft. Washington Ave. (at 173rd St.)
INFO: www.PeoplesTheatreProject.org | 646.398.9062
Inwood Shakespeare Festival – The Season of Tolerance & Intolerance
Theater / Teatro
La Época de Tolerancia e Intolerancia
Wiiliam Shakespeare’s Othello
12 Performances:
Wednesday-Saturday, June 8-25 | 7:30pm
Otelo, de William Shakespeare
12 Representaciones: Miércoles a Sábado, 8-25 de junio
Inwood Hill Park Peninsula
INFO: www.moosehallisf.org | 212.567.5255
(in the event of rain, cancelation information not available until after 7:30pm on the scheduled night of the performance)
(en caso de lluvia, la información sobre cancelaciones estará disponible después de las 7:30pm, la noche de la función)
The New Latina Bible: The Modern Latina’s Guide to Love, Spirituality, Family, and La Vida
Reading / Lectura
Thursday, June 9 | 6:30pm
Award-winning journalist Sandra Guzman presents a new edition of a book that tackles the real-world complications facing Latinas today. Books will be available for signing. Presented by NoMAA, Broadway Housing & Dominican Women’s Development Center.
La galardonada escritora Sandra Guzman presenta la nueva edición de un libro que aborda las complejidades de la vida real que enfrentan las Latinas en la actualidad.
Rio Penthouse Gallery
10 Ft. Washington Ave. (btwn 159th & 160th Sts.)
INFO: www.sandraguzman.com | www.nomaanyc.org | 212.568.4396
Magic Garden Party
Performance / Espectáculo
Friday, June 10 | 7-9pm
Enjoy a Friday evening of yoga, music, singing and salad with original music by local musicians.
Disfrute de una noche de yoga, música, canto y ensalada, con música original de artistas locales.
Bread and Yoga
4951 Broadway (at 207th St.)
INFO: Dana Hanchard | 808.391.4593 | $20 per person – Kids under 13 years old free
Moët Trio
Concert / Concierto
Friday June 10 | 7:30pm
Featuring: Yuri Namkung, violin; Yves Dharamraj, cello; Michael Mizrahi, piano. Presented by MOSA – Music at Our’s Saviour’s Atonement in collaboration with Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series.
Presentando a Yuri Namkung, violín; Yves Dharamraj, chelo y Michael Mizrahi, piano.
Our Saviour’s Atonement Lutheran Church
178 Bennett Avenue (at 189th St.)
INFO: www.mosaconcerts.org
Country in the City
Live Painting / Pintura en vivo
Saturday, June 11 | 11am-4pm
Local artists Andrea Cukier, Diane Drescher, Elissa Gore and Marc Solomon follow the plein-air tradition at the Dyckman Farmhouse, the last 18th century house in the neighborhood.
Los artistas locales Andrea Cukier, Diane Drescher, Elissa Gore y Marc Solomon siguen la tradición de la pintura al aire libre en la granja Dyckman, la última mansión del siglo 18 en el barrio.
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
4881 Broadway (at 204th St.)
INFO: 212.304.9422 | www.dyckmanfarmhouse.org
My Baby is a Hero / Mi Bebé es un Héroe
Theatre / Teatro
Saturday, June 11 | 12pm
The tale of Prince Azulito and Princess Perlita and their newborn baby borrowed by a villain looking for a baby brother to play with. In Spanish. For children ages 3-8.
La historia del Príncipe Azulito, la Princesa Perlita y su bebé recién nacido, a quien un villano ha tomado prestado, en su afán por tener un hermanito para jugar.
Amistad Dual Language School
4862 Broadway (at Academy St.)
INFO: www.teatrostagefest.org | 212.695.4010 | $5 suggested donation
11th Annual Art in the Garden
Exhibition & Performance / Exhibición y Espectáculo
Saturday, June 11 | 1-5pm
Outdoor art exhibition with musical performances and readings by local artists.
Exhibición de arte, espectáculos y lecturas de artistas locales.
RING (Riverside-Inwood Neighborhood Garden)
At the convergence of Broadway, Dyckman St. and Riverside Dr.
INFO: Elizabeth Popiel | scenicdesigner@hotmail.com
The Led Black Book Club ft. Jon Michaud
Reading / Lectura
Saturday, June 11 | 1-3pm
The inauguration of the Led Black Book Club with Jon Michaud, the celebrated author of When Tito Loved Clara, described by the author as a love letter to his Dominican wife and to Inwood. Participate in a reading of the book followed by a discussion. Books available for sale.
Apertura del club de libros Led Black con el autor Jon Michaud quien escribió el libro When Tito Loved Clara, explicado por el escritor como una carta de amor a su esposa dominicana y a Inwood. Participe en la lectura y una charla sobre el libro. Habrá libros a la venta.
Apt. 78 Café & Lounge
4447 Broadway (btwn 191 & 192 Sts.)
RSVP: uptowncollective[at]gmail.com
Memories Past and Present: 1765-2011
Opening Reception & Artist Talk / Apertura y Charla
Saturday, June 11 | 2 -3pm
Artists interpret the history of Manhattan’s oldest house and the people who lived there through the visual art forms of painting, fabric/textiles, mixed-media installation, cyanotype, and book art.
Varios artistas interpretan la historia de la mansión mas Antigua de Manhattan y la gente que la habito, a través de diversas expresiones plásticas como pintura, textiles, instalación, cianotipo y libros de artistas.
(June 1 – September 9)
Morris-Jumel Mansion
65 Jumel Terrace (btwn 160th & 162nd Sts.)
INFO: 212.923.8008 | (Open Wed.-Sun., 10am-4pm & Mon.-F. by appt.) | www.morrisjumel.org
The Chalkboard Trilogy
Theatre / Teatro
Saturday, June 11 | 2pm
Three one act plays by Nancy Nevarez that explore education from several points of view.
Tres obras de un acto, de Nancy Nevarez, que exploran la educación desde varios puntos de vista.
The Inwood Public Library
4790 Broadway (at Academy St.)
INFO: www.PeoplesTheatreProject.org | 646.398.9062
The American Place Theatre’s Literature to Life Stage Presentations of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao & Down These Mean Streets
Theatre / Teatro
Saturday, June 11 | 5pm (Mean Streets) | 7:30pm (Oscar Wao) **PLEASE NOTE SHOWTIMES**
The American Place Theatre’s Literature To Life Stage Presentations of
- Down These Mean Streets: This stage production adapts Piri Thomas’ 1967 memoir, in which he emerges from a street life of drugs and crime and finds the talent and soul within to not only survive, but to enrich the lives of others. Performed by Jamil Mena. Adapted and Directed by Wynn Handman. (Doors open at 4:30pm / Show starts at 5:00pm)
Down These Mean Streets: Esta producción teatral adapta las memorias de Piri Thomas (1967), quien surge de una vida de drogas y crimen, y descubre su talento y fortaleza interior, no sólo para sobrevivir sino para enriquecer la vida de los demás. Actuado por Jamil Mena. Adaptación y dirección por Wynn Handman. (Puertas abren a las 4:30pm / Programa empiece a las 5:00pm) - The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao: Adapted from Junot Diaz’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, this stage production for youth and adult audiences chronicles the life of an overweight Dominican boy growing up in NJ, who is obsessed with science fiction and fantasy novels, falling in love, and understanding the curse that has plagued his family for generations. Performed by Elvis Nolasco. Adapted and Directed by Elise Thoron. (Doors open at 7:00pm / Show starts at 7:30pm)
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao: Adaptada de la novela de Junot Díaz que obtuvo el premio Pulitzer, esta producción teatral para jóvenes y adultos narra la historia de un joven dominicano obeso de NJ que está obsesionado con la ciencia ficción y las novelas fantásticas, con enamorarse y con entender la maldición que ha plagado a su familia por generaciones. Actuado por Elvis Nolasco. Adaptación y dirección por Elise Thoron. (Puertas abren a las 7:00pm / Programa empiece a las 7:30pm)
Presented by American Place Theatre, TeatroStageFest, The Shabazz Center, Bago Bunch and NoMAA.
The Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center
3940 Broadway (between 165th and 166th Sts.)
INFO: www.bagobrunch.com | 646.701.1492 | $25 for one show | $40 for both shows | Students/Seniors $17.50 | Reception at 6:30pm for members of the audience who attend both shows
HAIRTALK: On Kinky Curls and Baldy Looks
Performance & Talk / Espectáculo y Charla
Sunday, June 12 |11am-7pm
Join artist Hector Canonge and explore Inwood, the Hair Capital of NYC, as he takes you around to visit hair salons and barbershops participating in his multimedia project HAIRTALK. The social event-situation and performance encourages visitors to publicly talk about their life experiences and concerns as they get their hair washed, groomed or cut.
Únase al artista Hector Canonge para explorar Inwood, la capital del cabello de Nueva York, durante visitas a los salones y peluquerías que participan en su proyecto multi-media HAIRTALK. El evento social, situación y actuación motivan a los participantes a hablar sobre sus experiencias personales, mientras reciben un peinado, lavado o corte de pelo.
11:00 am – Thayer Beauty Salon (103 Thayer Avenue)
12:30 pm – Rene Barber Shop (69 Sherman Avenue)
02:00 pm – Nagle Unisex (82 Nagle Avenue)
03:30 pm – Maria’s 5 Star (165 Nagle Avenue)
05:00 pm – Sway Hair Studio (48-42 Broadway)
06:00 pm – Googous Salon (179 Sherman Avenue) – Closing Event
INFO: www.hectorcanonge.net
Open Studios / Estudios Abiertos
Sunday, June 12 | 1-6pm
Artists throughout Northern Manhattan will open their studios to the community for an intimate glimpse into their creative process. Be sure to check out local businesses, events, and happenings along the way!
Muchos artistas del Alto Manhattan abrirán sus estudios a la comunidad, proporcionando al visitante una visión íntima del proceso creativo. ¡Asegúrese de visitar los negocios locales y los eventos a lo largo del camino!
For last minute Schedule changes, visit www.artstroll.com.
Para cambios de último minuto en la programación, visite www.artstroll.com.
Summer Sundays in the Heights
Festival
Sundays in June | 1-5pm
Every Sunday in June celebrating: Arts, Music, Health and Heritage. Presented by Community League of the Heights, NYC DOT, and Broadway United Business.
Todos los domingos de junio celebrando: arte, música, salud y herencia cultural.
Ilka Tanya Payan Park
157th St. & Broadway
INFO: www.CLOTH159.org | www.BroadwayUnitedBusinesses.org
Kosmik Karavan
Music / Música
Sundays in June | 1-3pm
Brunch with members of Kosmik Karavan.
Almuerzo con los integrantes de Kosmik Karavan.
Hashi Restaurant
5009 Broadway (at 214th St.)
INFO: www.danahanchardmusic.com | 646.837.6891
The Scandinavian Music Festival 2011
Festival
Sundays in June (5th, 12th, 19th) | 2pm
Performed by musicians of New York Scandia Symphony. Dorrit Matson, Music Director and Conductor.
Presentado por los músicos de New York Scandia Symphony.
Fort Tryon Park
Billings Lawn
INFO: www.nyscandia.org
Parlor Jazz
Concert / Concierto
Sundays in June | 4pm
Every Sunday since 1993, Marjorie Eliot has hosted a jazz performance in her living room, keeping the jazz tradition alive by featuring veteran performers and up and coming musicians.
Marjorie Eliot presenta conciertos de jazz en su hogar.
555 Edgecombe Ave. (at 160th St.), Studio 3F
INFO: Marjorie Eliot | 212.781.6595
Eupraxia Spectacular
Concert / Concierto
Sunday, June 12 | 5pm
The Eupraxia Music and Arts Collective launch their uptown residency with a showcase that ranges from traditional and classical works to ‘outsider’ composers and popular forms. Programs includes a Beethoven trio for bassoon and two celli, a Chopin Prelude, songs by The Turtles, and a set of pieces by Louis “Moondog” Hardin.
El colectivo musical Eupraxia lanza su residencia en el alto Manhattan con una presentación que va de obras tradicionales y clásica a obras de compositores inusuales y populares.
Hebrew Tabernacle
551 Ft. Washington Ave. (at 185th St.)
INFO: Robin Boomer | eupraxiamusic[at]gmail.com | 646.315.2305 | $10 in advance, $15 at the door
Nuevos Horizontes / New Horizons
Opening / Apertura
Sunday, June 12 | 6-8pm
Photo-paintings and drawings by / Foto-pinturas y dibujos por Antonio Lemos Muñoz.
(June 12 – July 17)
The Heights Gallery
530 W. 178th St. (btwn Audubon & Amsterdam Aves.)
INFO: Curator Jose Reyes 201.660.0618 | aorodriguez[at]broadwayhousing.org | www.antoniomunoz.info
