29 May 2008
minor setback 3
I have smart friends. They are fantastic, terrific, wonderful and awesome, but they are setting me back this weekend in my 100 in 6 quest because two happen to be graduating. Meghan is graduating from nursing school and Taylor is graduating from medical school. This is all happening in Boston, so I am shipping up to the Bean for the weekend and missing out on some event opportunities. I will have to buckle down next week and make up a few. Cheers.
28 May 2008
23 - Mark Helias
Mark Helias
Barbes
28 May 2008, 2030
Mark Helias plays the upright bass. He plays it like it is an old friend. He keeps his eyes closed tightly and leans into his instrument like he has something that he really has to tell his bass without anyone else hearing. Although he has a stand with sheet music on it, he hardly ever glimpses at it. He just keeps his eyes shut and feels his way around his old friend, the upright bass.
I have never seen a solo bass player before tonight. I couldn't pull my eyes away from Mark's fingers. They moved so quickly and deftly up and down the neck and along the strings. I really had no idea that a bass could make all of the sounds that Mr. Helias tickled out of it tonight. It was an inspiring show set in the back room of Barbes in Park Slope. Barbes has a lovely selection of single malt scotches. It is no St. Andrews, but at least there is more to choose from than just the Glens. Cozy too.
100 in 6 budget: $226
The F-holes as seen on an upright bass done Man Ray style.
Le Violon d'Ingres - Man Ray (1924)
Barbes
28 May 2008, 2030
Mark Helias plays the upright bass. He plays it like it is an old friend. He keeps his eyes closed tightly and leans into his instrument like he has something that he really has to tell his bass without anyone else hearing. Although he has a stand with sheet music on it, he hardly ever glimpses at it. He just keeps his eyes shut and feels his way around his old friend, the upright bass.
I have never seen a solo bass player before tonight. I couldn't pull my eyes away from Mark's fingers. They moved so quickly and deftly up and down the neck and along the strings. I really had no idea that a bass could make all of the sounds that Mr. Helias tickled out of it tonight. It was an inspiring show set in the back room of Barbes in Park Slope. Barbes has a lovely selection of single malt scotches. It is no St. Andrews, but at least there is more to choose from than just the Glens. Cozy too.
100 in 6 budget: $226
The F-holes as seen on an upright bass done Man Ray style.
Le Violon d'Ingres - Man Ray (1924)
26 May 2008
minor setback 2
It is Memorial Day weekend! People have off from work, the weather is beautiful, and there are lots of shows happening! Unfortunately, I have not seen a show since the middle of last week because I am sitting amidst boxes, bubblewrap, and packing tape helping Smother move into her new apartment. Even though I have missed a few events, I am happy to help her and we have had more than a few giggles positioning things, avoiding furniture salesmen, finding a good deal and eating off of pieces of cardboard boxes and using old towels as napkins because we haven't unpacked the dishes yet. Fun times! Stay tuned.
23 May 2008
22 - Cooper Boone and Pie Boys Flat
Cooper Boone and Pie Boys Flat
Kenny's Castaways
22 May 2008, 1930
Not much to say about these two groups actually. Entertaining enough. They provided good background music while Taylor and I were catching up on news, personal business, Sudoku and crossword puzzles.
Cooper Boone = country
Pie Boys Flat = guitars and bongos/dumbeks; rock reggae-esque
A tip: Guinness is good for you, but don't get one at Kenny's Castaways.
Kenny's Castaways
22 May 2008, 1930
Not much to say about these two groups actually. Entertaining enough. They provided good background music while Taylor and I were catching up on news, personal business, Sudoku and crossword puzzles.
Cooper Boone = country
Pie Boys Flat = guitars and bongos/dumbeks; rock reggae-esque
A tip: Guinness is good for you, but don't get one at Kenny's Castaways.
21 May 2008
21 - La Femme Est Morte
La Femme Est Morte or Why I Should Not F%!# My Son
Performance Space 122
21 May 2008, 2000
Based on the story of Phaedra written by Seneca in the time of the emperor Nero, La Femme Est Morte is an interesting adaptation/creation written and directed by Shoshona Currier and produced by The Shalimar. The play features the basic story of Phaedra falling in love and lusting for her stepson, Hippolytus, while her husband/Hippolytus' father, Theseus, is away at war. This production puts a unique spin on the old story by adding text compiled from speeches by General George Patton, General Douglas MacArthur, and Winston Churchill; interviews with Lizzie Grubman, Mary Kay Letourneau, Angelina Jolie, Britney Spears, and Gwyneth Paltrow; and music featuring everything from Sublime to the Black Eyed Peas.
The outcome of this eclectic mix of influences that have been melded together is an interesting juxtaposition of ancient and modern times. Instead of a wife and homemaker, Phaedra is a star of the tabloids. Instead of a wet nurse, Phaedra has a personal assistant who ushers her to pilates classes and Kabbalah lessons. Instead of hunting for his people, Hippolytus is obsessed with boxing. And instead of fighting in the underworld, Theseus is at war as a member of the US army. Imagine a rock and roll tragedy (about 1/3 of the cast die before the final bows).
PS - The show won for Best Ensemble at the 2007 Edinburgh Fringe Festival
100 in 6 budget: $216
Performance Space 122
21 May 2008, 2000
Based on the story of Phaedra written by Seneca in the time of the emperor Nero, La Femme Est Morte is an interesting adaptation/creation written and directed by Shoshona Currier and produced by The Shalimar. The play features the basic story of Phaedra falling in love and lusting for her stepson, Hippolytus, while her husband/Hippolytus' father, Theseus, is away at war. This production puts a unique spin on the old story by adding text compiled from speeches by General George Patton, General Douglas MacArthur, and Winston Churchill; interviews with Lizzie Grubman, Mary Kay Letourneau, Angelina Jolie, Britney Spears, and Gwyneth Paltrow; and music featuring everything from Sublime to the Black Eyed Peas.
The outcome of this eclectic mix of influences that have been melded together is an interesting juxtaposition of ancient and modern times. Instead of a wife and homemaker, Phaedra is a star of the tabloids. Instead of a wet nurse, Phaedra has a personal assistant who ushers her to pilates classes and Kabbalah lessons. Instead of hunting for his people, Hippolytus is obsessed with boxing. And instead of fighting in the underworld, Theseus is at war as a member of the US army. Imagine a rock and roll tragedy (about 1/3 of the cast die before the final bows).
PS - The show won for Best Ensemble at the 2007 Edinburgh Fringe Festival
100 in 6 budget: $216
18 May 2008
20 - Pinchbottom Burlesque: Balls!
Pinchbottom Burlesque
Collective: Unconscious
17 May 2008, 2200
Pinchbottom Burlesque never fails to entertain and amaze me. The show last night was Balls!, a presentation of sports-themed burlesque. I think this was one of the most enjoyable burlesque events I have ever been to. Sharon, Jeremy and I laughed, cheered, heckled, snorted and applauded our way through the entire show. The comedy, which was smart and poignant, was provided by Bastard Keith, Naughtia Nice, Johnny Porkpie, Scott Rayow and Anita Cookie. The nudity, which was perfectly on topic for a sports-themed show, was provided by Anita Cookie, Clams Casino, Gigi La Femme, Tigger!, Little Brooklyn, Harvest Moon, Julie Atlas Muz and Nasty Canasta.
There is so much that I could write about this show because it was such a wonderful production and all of the performers and acts were so incredible. In the interest of saving my eyes from starting to glaze over because I have sat in front of my computer for far too long this morning, I will give out an MVP award. Like I said, although everything about Balls! was thoroughly provocative, smart, and pleasurable, Tigger!'s performance was absolutely unbelievable. Tigger! is a staple of the burlesque scene and has definitely proven himself as the King of Boylesque in New York. He was fantastic last night and I am calling him MVP of the show. Go team Pinchbottom!
100 in 6 budget: $206
100 in 6 incidentals: $201
Collective: Unconscious
17 May 2008, 2200
Pinchbottom Burlesque never fails to entertain and amaze me. The show last night was Balls!, a presentation of sports-themed burlesque. I think this was one of the most enjoyable burlesque events I have ever been to. Sharon, Jeremy and I laughed, cheered, heckled, snorted and applauded our way through the entire show. The comedy, which was smart and poignant, was provided by Bastard Keith, Naughtia Nice, Johnny Porkpie, Scott Rayow and Anita Cookie. The nudity, which was perfectly on topic for a sports-themed show, was provided by Anita Cookie, Clams Casino, Gigi La Femme, Tigger!, Little Brooklyn, Harvest Moon, Julie Atlas Muz and Nasty Canasta.
There is so much that I could write about this show because it was such a wonderful production and all of the performers and acts were so incredible. In the interest of saving my eyes from starting to glaze over because I have sat in front of my computer for far too long this morning, I will give out an MVP award. Like I said, although everything about Balls! was thoroughly provocative, smart, and pleasurable, Tigger!'s performance was absolutely unbelievable. Tigger! is a staple of the burlesque scene and has definitely proven himself as the King of Boylesque in New York. He was fantastic last night and I am calling him MVP of the show. Go team Pinchbottom!
100 in 6 budget: $206
100 in 6 incidentals: $201
19 - Missing Tractor
Missing Tractor
Fat Annie's Truck Stop
17 May 2008, 2100
Paul Cataldo is the lead vocalist for Missing Tractor and just happens to be a friend of mine. The rest of the three-man group is made up of Eben Pariser on bass and Tony Montalbano on drums. Missing Tractor performs mainly covers, but throws in one of Paul's songs occasionally as well. Basically, if you like rock and roll, you will like Missing Tractor. Expect to hear some Neil Young, Rod Stewart, CCR, Eagles, Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams. With the tunes they perform and the cozy, friendly feeling that usually enraptures the bars they play in, Missing Tractor is perfect for a night of throwing your arm around a stranger, swaying to the music, drinking a cold one and singing along.
Go find your tractor and don't forget the Jager!
Fat Annie's Truck Stop
17 May 2008, 2100
Paul Cataldo is the lead vocalist for Missing Tractor and just happens to be a friend of mine. The rest of the three-man group is made up of Eben Pariser on bass and Tony Montalbano on drums. Missing Tractor performs mainly covers, but throws in one of Paul's songs occasionally as well. Basically, if you like rock and roll, you will like Missing Tractor. Expect to hear some Neil Young, Rod Stewart, CCR, Eagles, Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams. With the tunes they perform and the cozy, friendly feeling that usually enraptures the bars they play in, Missing Tractor is perfect for a night of throwing your arm around a stranger, swaying to the music, drinking a cold one and singing along.
Go find your tractor and don't forget the Jager!
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