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Sunday, November 19, 2023

Sunday Scoop Week of 11/19/23 What's Happening This Week and More

A) Beginning Performances

In New Jersey

1) The Little Mermaid

2) Parfumerie

In New York

3) The Jerusalem Syndrome 

4) Lone Star

5) United Nations

B) Extended Runs

6) Arcadia

C) What Else is Happening This Week and More 

7) Bergen Equestrian Winter Break Camp

8) Broadway Workshop Summer 24 Registration Open With Early Bird Pricing

9) Brooklyn Children's Museum Opens New Mo Willem Exhibit

10) Christmas Village Returns to Love Park
11/23 - 12/24

11) Emerson Resort & Spa Winter Activities

12) Fundaes Aracade Holiday Promotions 

13) Jim Caruso & Matt Baker at The Wallace Lounge 11/22

14) Kersten Stevens Queen Rising Featuring Christian McBride
at City Winery 11/27

15) Long Island Hall of Fame & Museum Opens Billy Joel Exhibit
11/24

16) On Location Tours Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Bus Tour
11/24 - 1/3

17) NAMT Submissions Open for 36th Annual Festival of New Musicals

18) Suzanne Bartsch Resumes Her Residency @ The Gatsby Mansion

19) Terence McNally New Works Incubator Now Accepting Applications

20) White Wave Dance Invites Applications for 2024 DUMBO Dance Festival

A) Beginning Performances

In New Jersey

1) The Little Mermaid

Lackland Performing Arts Center of the Centenary University campus 
(715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ.)
11/24 - 12/10

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit centenarystageco.org


2) Parfumerie

Just days before Christmas, George Horvath’s boss at the Parfumerie fires him after mistakenly suspecting him to be his unfaithful wife’s lover. Then George discovers that the stranger he has fallen in love with through a secret correspondence is none other than Amalia Balash, a co-worker with whom he constantly feuds. For the employees of the Parfumerie, only the truth can lead to a happy resolution in this old-fashioned, romantic Christmas tale.

This is a new adaptation of the play that inspired several movies including “You’ve Got Mail,” “The Shop Around The Corner,” “She Loves Me,” and “In The Good Old Summertime.”

Kelsey Theatre at MCCC (1200 Old Trenton Rd., West Windsor, NJ)
11/24 - 12/3

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit 

In New York

3) The Jerusalem Syndrome 

The Jerusalem Syndrome is an original musical comedy that explores a real-life psychological malady that causes tourists in Israel—over 200 every year!—to suffer mental breakdowns and suddenly come to believe that they are characters from the Bible. Meet an inept tour guide who turns into Moses, a professor in a troubled marriage who thinks she’s Abraham’s wife Sarah, and a resort tycoon with daddy issues who might be Jesus…not to mention multiple Virgin Marys and the Lord Herself. The Jerusalem Syndrome is an outrageous romp, but it is also a story of hope in which the characters come to see that today, just like in the times of their biblical alter egos, miracles are happening all around us. The Jerusalem Syndrome is the winner of the Kleban Prize and The Theatre for the American Musical Award.

The Theatre at St. Jean’s (entrance on 150 East 76th St.)
11/21 - 12/31
Opening Night 11/30

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit yorktheatre.org

4) Lone Star

Lone Star takes place in the cluttered back yard of a small-town Texas bar. Roy (Matt de Rogatis), a brawny macho type, is back in town, battling symptoms of PTSD, after a hitch in Vietnam. Joined by his younger brother Ray (Barton Cowperthwaite), this hilarious and poignant study of a pair of Texas "good ole boys" explores the depths of brotherhood and the scars to be dealt with from battles fought at home and abroad.

Theatre Row (410 West 42nd St.)
11/25 - 12/23
Opening Night 12/3

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.ruthstage.org/lonestar


5) United Nations

UNITED NATIONS: THE OTHER WEST is set within the UN Headquarters in New York. Charles Kabre is new in town as the ambassador for the military junta in Burkina Faso in West Africa. When climate activists force a lockdown, he’s trapped with the Russian and German representatives, Agata and Rudolph, who are both eager to exert their influence on him and have their own strange relationship with each other. All three are implored to stay put by a UN staffer out of her depth, and so the global battle for power in Africa rages just outside the UN cafeteria.

154 on Christopher (154 Christopher St.)
11/21 - 12-10
Opening Night 11/26

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.thirdwing.info

B) Extended Runs

Photo by Ashley Garrett

6) Arcadia

Tom Stoppard’s absorbing play takes us back and forth between the centuries and explores the nature of truth and time, the difference between the Classical and the Romantic temperament, and the disruptive influence of sex on our orbits in life - 'the attraction which Newton left out’.

West End Theater (263 W 86th St.)
Now closing 12/23

No performances week of 10/11

For  more information or to purchase tickets, visit  bedlam.org

C) What Else is Happening This Week and More 

7) BERGEN EQUESTRIAN WINTER BREAK CAMP

 

Outdoor Program Where Children Learn Primary Horsemanship 

Skills & A Love For Horses

Boys & Girls 7 – 14

  

Spring Break Camp

Tuesday, December 26 – Friday, Decemer 29, 2023

(No Horse Experience Necessary)

 

Bergen County Equestrian Center at Overpeck Park

www.bergenequestrian.com

40 Fort Lee Road

Leonia, NJ  07605

201.336.3370


Bergen Equestrian located at Overpeck Park in Leonia, New Jersey announces that they will be hosting a winter camp week for winter break on Tuesday, December 26 – Friday, December 29th from 9AM – 1PM. The camp program will take place outdoors, weather permitting as well as indoors in their open-ended barns and lounge area. The camp is open to boys and girls ages 7 – 14 years old. Students will learn safety on and around Horses and Ponies, Barn Behavior; Basic Anatomy; Equine Senses & Body Language; Grooming, The Tack and Harness; how to ride horses safely, primary horsemanship skills and of course many fun facts. Guaranteed to be an educational adventure of nature and the wonderful world of equine knowledge. 

Campers start the morning off in the barn learning about horses, grooming, equipment and how to prepare for riding. Campers will have a one-hour riding lesson specially tailored to their ability and experience as well as learn from the blacksmith, equine vet and dentist. 

The Bergen Equestrian teaching staff tour of the barn and park like setting, a hidden gem to the home of many horses and ponies at Overpeck Park in Leonia, New Jersey.

For more information visit bergenequestrian.com, 201.336.3370 or email at bergenequestriancenter@gmail.com

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8) Broadway Workshop Summer 24 Registration Open With Early Bird Pricing

BROADWAY VOCAL INTENSIVE

5-Day Intensive Program

Dates: Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19

Times: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Ages: 13-19

Location: Ripley Grier Studios - 305 W 38th St - NYC

Early Bird Pricing: $1295 (through 3/1/24)

Program Fee: $1395 (after 3/1/24)


Broadway Workshop’s VOCAL INTENSIVE is a five-day summer program geared toward our high school aged students (ages 13-19) with a strong passion for the performing arts. While every Vocal Intensive student will study the three disciplines of musical theatre (acting, singing and dance), this program will be focused more in vocal/musical theatre performance!


JUNIOR EXCEL INTENSIVE

5-Day Intensive Program

Dates: Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26

Times: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Ages: 8-14

Location: Ripley Grier Studios - 305 W 38th St - NYC

Early Bird Pricing: $1095 (through 3/1/24)

Program Fee: $1195 (after 3/1/24)


Broadway Workshop’s JUNIOR EXCEL INTENSIVE is a five-day program geared toward students ages 8-14 with a very strong passion for the performing arts. Junior Excel students will study the three disciplines of musical theatre in small groups, broken down by age. Students will prepare solo and small group pieces in preparation for our end of program production, where they will perform for a panel of New York agents, managers and casting directors.


EXCEL TEEN INTENSIVE - SESSION 1 & 2

5-Day Intensive Program

SESSION 1: Monday, July 29 – Friday, August 2

SESSION 2: Monday, August 5 – Friday, August 9

Times: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Ages: 13-19

Location: Ripley Grier Studios - 305 W 38th St - NYC

Early Bird Pricing: $1295 (through 3/1/24)

Program Fee: $1395 (after 3/1/24)


Broadway Workshop’s EXCEL TEEN INTENSIVE is a five-day summer program geared toward our older students (ages 13-19) with a strong passion for the performing arts. While every Excel student will study the three disciplines of musical theatre (acting, singing and dancing), this program allows students to choose a major (Acting or Voice). Vocal majors will spend their morning session working with with their Broadway guest teacher on their musical theater/pop song choices, while Acting majors will focus on monologue performance.


SUMMER STAGE 2024 - SHOW TBA

7-Day Performance Based Program

Dates: Monday, July 8 – Sunday, July 14

Ages: 12-17

Location: Baruch Performing Arts Center - 55 Lexington Ave - NYC


- AUDITION INFORMATION TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!-

Students cast in the SUMMER STAGE will have the opportunity to be part of a workshop style production of a newly released cut-down version of a new or established musical. SUMMER STAGE is performed in an Off-Broadway theater, complete with lighting, live accompaniment, props, and some costume elements! This audition only program is open to students ages 12-18 with a strong passion for the performing arts.


For more information about Broadway Workshop classes or to register, visit 

broadwayworkshop.com.


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9) Brooklyn Children’s Museum Presents

Opposites Abstract: A Mo Willems Exhibit

 

On view through May 2024


Brooklyn Children's Museum recently unveiled a new exhibitionOpposites Abstract: A Mo Willems Exhibit, which invites visitors to view and play by exploring the complicated yet simple concept of opposites through hands-on experiences, art making activities, and artist-led performances. Created by Children's Museum of Pittsburgh in partnership with Mo Willems Studio, the exhibit’s opening at Brooklyn Children’s Museum marks the first time it will be on view to the public outside of its home in Pittsburgh.

Geared to both children and people of all ages, Opposites Abstract: A Mo Willems Exhibit will inspire every visitor to create and respond to art in their own unique ways. Based on the exploration of opposites, the exhibition takes its inspiration from the eye-popping, emotive, and highly accessible words and images in Mo Willems bestselling children’s book of the same name, and prompts visitors to investigate opposites through hands-on experiences, art-making, and performances.

 

Visitors explore opposites through hands-on activities, including:

 

·       Drawing with a friend side-by-side where curves you draw on one screen are translated into straight lines on their screen - and vice versa!

·       Moving translucent shapes on an overhead projector to create an abstract artwork, playing with light, color and shadow.

·       Playing a melody, then turning the crank to change the speed of the music and notice how the song changes.

·       Creating a small piece of art prompted by an Element of Art and an OPPOSITE, then hanging your work as part of a larger collaborative piece inspired by opposites.


The Museum is open Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm. Admission to the Museum is $15 per person. To learn more, visit www.brooklynkids.org/exhibits/opposites-abstract.

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10) CHRISTMAS VILLAGE IN PHILADELPHIA PRESENTED BY BANK OF AMERICA ANNOUNCES RETURN TO LOVE PARK AND CITY HALL WITH NEW EVENING HOURS, MORE HOLIDAY LIGHTS, DOUBLE DECKER CAROUSEL AND SPIRITS TASTINGS

* Philadelphia’s Authentic German Christmas Market to Feature Preview Weekend, Ferris Wheel, Live Entertainment, 120+ Shopping Vendors, Spirits Tastings, and More! * 

Embrace the holiday magic as Christmas Village in Philadelphia Presented by Bank of America takes over LOVE Park (1500 JFK Blvd.), City Hall's Courtyard, and North Broad sections, transforming Center City into a magical open-air German Christmas Market. Christmas Village returns for its 16th season with over 120 vendors, running from November 23 to December 24, 2023 with a preview weekend on Saturday, November 18th and Sunday, November 19th. New for 2023, look for later hours after dark (through 8:00 pm Sunday to Thursday, and through 9:00pm on Friday and Saturday). With the change in time, visitors are invited to gaze upon the thousands of twinkling lights, including new European market lights being added to last year’s brand new rustic wooden huts. Along with these new highlights, visitors are invited to follow the smell of hot chocolate and Swiss raclette cheese, and other European delicacies to Philadelphia’s largest holiday attraction! Enjoy holiday sights and sounds with enchanting decorations, captivating live music, children's activities, plus the double-decker Christmas Village Carousel, the majestic Ferris Wheel and the Kids Train. Prepare to embark on a journey of gift-giving with a wide selection of high-quality international and local gifts and decorations. Indulge in an assortment of handcrafted beverages, including warm Glühwein (mulled wine) and drinks spiked with local Boardroom Spirits, plus non-alcoholic offerings like hot chocolate and apple cider. Save the date for German American Weekend on December 9th and 10th, and watch for tickets to go on sale for exclusive spirits tastings. Feel the Christmas spirit thanks to open-air outdoor seating, endless food options, and even more decorations presented by Bank of America! Last but not least, Santa always has a surprise up his sleeve – stay tuned for new additions and upgrades to our winter wonderland. Admission is always free, while food, beverages, and shopping are pay-as-you-go. Spread some holiday cheer by following @philachristmas on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn, liking Christmas Village on Facebook and visiting www.philachristmas.com.

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11) Emerson Resort & Spa 
Winter Activities

Emerson Resort & Spa located in the Catskill Mountain is just over 2 hours from NYC but will transport visitors to a mountainous winter wonderland. Whether traveling alone or with family, there is something for everyone to enjoy during the holiday season and in the colder months beyond.


Some of the indoor and outdoor activities guests can enjoy at and around the Emerson this winter include:


·         Hit the Slopes – Adrenaline junkies can grab their skis and snowboards and head to Belleayre and Hunter Mountains, just a short drive from the Emerson. With over 100 trails between the two mountains, there is something for every skill level.

 

·         Explore Miles of Trails – Though serious snow sports of all kinds are popular, visitors can take a more relaxed approach, bundle up, and get their morning cardio in with a brisk Guided Walk at the Emerson. Visitors can walk the Emerson grounds and learn more about the history and wildlife of the Catskills. Also nearby is the Ashokan Rail Trail, where guests can not only hike but also spot a variety of wildlife, including over 194 bird species.

 

·         Gather Around the Campfire – On a cold winter Friday or Saturday evening, the Emerson campfire is a great place to stay warm and spend time with family and friends. From 7:30 to 9:00pm, visitors can warm their hands by the fire (weather permitting), while making delicious S’mores from the kits available at the resort’s front desk.

 

·         Reconnect with Nature – For the solo adventurer searching for time to reflect, refocus and relax this winter, the Emerson offers a “Solomoon” booking package that Includes a $200 Spa Credit and private two-hour Nature Journaling Workshop to enjoy the mountain scenery. For those who just want some extra time in the picturesque natural surroundings of the Catskills, the Emerson offers the “A Little Longer” booking package through May 19th which takes 30% off an additional Thursday, Sunday or Monday night if guests extend their weekend stay.

 

·         ‘Build Your Own’ Frosty Scene – For those who prefer to stay warm, the Emerson offers a workshop where guests can learn to build their own winter wonderland, indoors, by making a snow globe in a jar. With an array of supplied materials such as glitter, miniature trees, mushrooms, sticks, stones, and of course, imagination, the ‘Magical Mason Jar Snow Globe’ will engross guests in winter, all without having to go outside.

 

·         Take a Romantic Vacation – Lovers don’t have to wait until February for a romantic getaway together because the Emerson offers the perfect couples escape with their “Just for You” booking package. This two-night package includes a 60-Minute Couples Relaxation Massage and $100 Dinner Credit for the property’s signature restaurant, Woodnotes Grille. If couples are interested in even more indoor relaxation activities this winter, the Emerson offers Monthly Spa Specials including a 20% off a  manicure discount in  December and an Italian Mud Wrap with an Express Facial in January.

 

 

·         Finish All Your Holiday Shopping – Housed in a restored 19th century dairy barn, The Shops at Emerson has something for everyone on their holiday lists. From modern farmhouse décor and furnishings to women’s and men’s contemporary clothing to hand-crafted artisan kaleidoscopes and nostalgic toys, the shops are a great way to support local vendors. The Shops at Emerson is also home to the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope and the Kaleidoshow, which will have a special holiday show on November 24th.


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12) Fundaes Arcade: 

Holiday Promotions

Fundaes Arcade
105 Saddle Way
Chesterfield, NJ 08515
Fundaes Arcade, your one-stop destination for endless fun and entertainment, is excited to announce an exclusive holiday promotion that is sure to bring joy and excitement to the season!
 
From November 13th through December 31st, when you purchase a $25 Game Card at Fundaes Arcade, you will receive a bonus of $5 in FREE Play! Get ahead of the game by purchasing online today! 
 
Fundaes Arcade will also be spreading the festive cheer by extending our hours for Thanksgiving and Black Friday, ensuring you have ample time to make unforgettable memories with loved ones during this special season.

Holiday Extended Hours:
Thanksgiving (Thurs, Nov. 23rd) | 5p-10pm
Black Friday (Fri, Nov. 24th) | 11a-10pm

For full holiday hours, make sure to check here.

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13) JIM CARUSO & MATT BAKER

ONE NIGHT ONLY

THE LOUNGE AT THE WALLACE HOTEL

UPPER WEST SIDE

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 7-10pm

For one night only, singer Jim Caruso and pianist/singer Matt Baker will croon the night away at the new Lounge at The Wallace Hotel on the Upper West Side in New York City.  The two performers will entertain with an evening of swinging standards on Wednesday, November 22 from 7pm – 10pm.  Reservations may be made on Resy.

The beautifully renovated Wallace Hotel (formerly known as The Milburn) is located at 242 West 76 Street in NYC.  The Lounge boasts a menu of imaginative cocktails, a variety of small plates perfect for sharing, and a selection of caviar.

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14) VIOLINIST KERSTEN STEVENS & INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
JAZZ BASSIST + GRAMMY WINNER CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE
CELEBRATE KERSTEN STEVENS’ FIFTH ALBUM RELEASE: QUEEN RISING

 
JOIN KERSTEN STEVENS 
WITH SPECIAL GUEST CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE
FOR AN INTIMATE EVENING OF PERFORMANCE AND CELEBRATION ON NOVEMBER 27

City Winery presents Kersten Stevens, queen of the violin, a six-time winner of the historic Amateur Night and Showtime at The Apollo, who will perform live with special guest 8x- Grammy award-winning bassist and one of the world's best jazz musicians and innovators, Christian McBride on Monday, November 27 at 7:30 pm.
 
Kersten is among the most exciting and unique emerging artists in jazz. A six-time winner of the historic Amateur Night and Showtime at The Apollo who has performed with music greats Kim Burrell, renowned jazz violinist Regina Carter, international jazz bassist Christian McBride and for esteemed notables President Barack Obama, Ray Charles, Denzel Washington among others, Kersten now launches her much anticipated fifth album, QUEEN RISING and will celebrate the release with co-producer Christian McBride.
 
Christian McBride is an 8x- Grammy award-winning bassist and one of the world's best jazz musicians and innovators performing with diverse musical icons. He's performed with a diverse group of music artists including James Brown, Paul McCartney, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Chaka Khan, Mos Def, Queen Latifah, and Quest Love. McBride, who co-produced QUEEN RISING, performs on all eight tracks and co-wrote four original songs with Kersten: “Queen Rising”, “Release The Grace”, “Beginnings and Endings” and “Crowned.”  The pair also collaborated on three new arrangements: “Someday We’ll All Be Free”“Fantasy”, and “Best Part”.
 
Kersten will celebrate the launch of her fifth studio release, QUEEN RISING, available on all DSPs on Friday, November 3rd, 2023.

For more information: citywinery.com

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15) First-Ever Major Billy Joel Exhibit to Open on November 24th at Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame

‘My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey’ to showcase the legendary musician’s life and career in an exclusive exhibition


After nearly a year in the planningthe Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) has officially announced the first ever exhibit dedicated exclusively to LIMEHOF Inductee and Legendary Long Island Musician Billy Joel. The exhibit will open on Friday November 24th, 2023, at 12 noon at LIMEHOF’s Stony Brook museum location (97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY). The exclusive exhibit, called Billy Joel- My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey will showcase over 50 years of Billy Joel’s most cherished items including rare memorabilia, behind-the-scenes video, dozens of awards, rare audio and video recordings, vintage instruments and historic photos, many donated by Billy Joel and never seen before in public.

Tickets are available for sale at www.TheBillyJoelExhibit.com  or are available to be purchased in person at LIMEHOF. This is a timed entry exhibit so tickets will be sold by time block availability, or you can purchase VIP “any time” tickets good any time for the duration of the exhibit. For more information about LIMEHOF visit www.limehof.org

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16) On Location Tours Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Bus Tour

On Location Tours, the premier TV and movie tour company, will launch their annual Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Bus Tour on Friday, November 24th. The tour will run through January 3rd, 2024. This one-of-a-kind holiday sightseeing experience will showcase locations from classic holiday movies including Miracle on 34th StreetHome Alone 2Elf, Eloise at the Plaza and many others. Guests on the tour will get the chance to see how New York City sparkles during the holiday season, all from the comfort of a heated bus. The tour is family-friendly and fun for all ages!

The tour guides are local New York City actors and actresses, who share little-known facts and behind the scenes info, along with fun trivia questions to get everyone in the jolly holiday spirit. Some memorable sites featured on the tour include the apartment building where Buddy the Elf stays with his dad in Elf, the famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree where Kevin McCallister reunites with his mother in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, and Macy’s breathtaking holiday window displays, as seen in Miracle on 34th Street. The tour explores several Manhattan neighborhoods, including Midtown, the Upper West Side, and the Upper East Side, making it a great sightseeing tour for anyone looking to get a taste of the Big Apple.

The Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Tour departs from 63rd Street & Broadway, near Columbus Circle (exact location given upon purchase). The public tour costs $58 for adults and $32 for children. The public tour runs daily at 6pm. Private tours run daily at 5pm and 8pm, and can be booked for small groups of up to 22 passengers, at $135/person (3-person minimum). A limo buyout is also available for this tour, and costs $750 for up to five people. For more information, please visit www.onlocationtours.com 
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17) Submissions Open: 

Apply Now for the 36th Annual Festival of New Musicals

The National Alliance for Musical Theatre is now accepting submissions for their 36th Annual Festival of New Musicals, which will take place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024 in New York City. Submissions to the Festival no longer require an endorsement from an industry professional, and all writers can submit an application for consideration in the Festival for free. Head over to namt.org/festapp to learn more about how to submit your show.

The first deadline, which allows writers to submit their musical for free, is Tuesday, December 19 (11:59pm ET).

The final deadline for all submissions is Tuesday, January 9 (11:59pm ET, late fees apply).

Questions? Join them for their Festival Submission Info Session online, which is open to any writers or producers interested in submitting shows. We will walk through the application process with the attendees and provide tips for a successful submission. The session will take place on Friday, December 8 from 4pm-5pm ET, and a video of the webinar will be published on our website after the session. Still have questions? Join our Submission Office Hours on Friday, December 15 from 3pm-6pm ET for a one-on-one opportunity to discuss your additional questions with a staff member at NAMT. 

In order for musicals to be eligible for the Festival, the musical must…

The musical cannot…

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18) NIGHTLIFE LEGEND
SUSANNE BARTSCH
RESUMES HER RESIDENCY AT THE GATSBY MANSION
WITH AN UNDERGROUND HOUSE PARTY
LET’S HAVE A BALL
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023


After a sold-out Halloween Ball, Nightlife Legend Susanne Bartsch returns to The Gatsby Mansion at the Park Central Hotel (870 7th Avenue) for a second round of euphoric revelry on Saturday, November 25, 2023 from 10 PM - 4 AMLet’s Have a Ball isn’t just a party – it’s a journey into a secret world where each room and corner tells a story. In this immersive mansion, every wall echoes with beats of liberation and the air vibrates with a spectrum of rhythms. This is your invitation to the dance floor of freedom! It’s Drag Ball meets Debutante Ball meets House Ball meets Leather Ball on the dance floor of a grand jazz bar Ballroom! Tickets start at $23.41 and are available online here

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19) RATTLESTICK THEATER

TERRENCE McNALLY FOUNDATION

TOM KIRDAHY PRODUCTIONS

ANNOUNCE APPLICATIONS FOR CYCLE 2 OF THE

TERRENCE McNALLY NEW WORKS INCUBATOR  

Rattlestick Theatre, the Terrence McNally Foundation, and Tom Kirdahy Productions (TKP) announced today applications for Cycle 2 of the Terrence McNally New Works Incubator.

As a continuation of Terrence McNally’s singular legacy of mentorship, and his commitment to fostering bold new voices in the American theater, the initiative is designed to support ambitious early-career playwrights by giving them time and space to develop their work, professional mentorship with veteran playwrights, and access to the community of artists and work being developed at Rattlestick and Tom Kirdahy Productions. Inaugural fellowships were awarded in 2023 to Molly Herron BicksHyoJeong Choi, and Haygen-Brice Walker.

Applications for Cycle 2 are open now at rattlestick.org and will close January 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (ET), or when 500 applications have been received. Each application is thoughtfully reviewed by a broad reader pool of industry professionals. Semi-finalists and finalists are selected through two rounds of consideration. Finalists are granted an interview with a selection panel, including representatives from Rattlestick and Tom Kirdahy Productions. In consultation with the Playwrights Advisory Council, three playwrights will be awarded the Fellowship in April of 2024. Playwrights Advisory Council members include: Sheila Callaghan, Halley Feiffer, Madeleine George, Mike Lew, donja r. love, Rehana Mirza, and Lynn Nottage.

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20) WHITE WAVE Dance Invites Applications for

2024 DUMBO Dance Festival



WHITE WAVE Dance is pleased to invite companies/choreographers to submit applications for the 23rd Annual DUMBO Dance Festival, to be presented from June 27-30, 2024. For the past two decades, WHITE WAVE Dance has proudly presented contemporary dance artists from around the world. Be a part of the 2024 DUMBO Dance Festival with LIVE performances at the incomparable Mark Morris Dance Center, James and Martha Duffy Performance Space (TBD)!


The 2024 DUMBO DANCE FESTIVAL: A FOUR-DAY SPECTACULAR PRESENTING 60+ COMPANIES FROM NEW YORK & AROUND THE WORLD.


DUMBO Dance Festival on ABC Eyewitness News:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZ-sq23DAGI


Promo video from 2023 DUMBO Dance Festival:

https://youtu.be/3NJTLbF8Vi0?si=x6wLhhzW1XhjatLO


APPLICATION DEADLINE(S):

▪ Early Bird Special Application by December 11 at 11:30pm

▪ Regular Application by December 27 at 11:30pm


Click HERE for the online Application Form!


WHITE WAVE scours the globe in search of today's most innovative dancemakers, both emerging and established, and brings them to NYC for one extended weekend, all the while paying extra attention to the new, emerging, and experimental. Dance lovers will experience a veritable cornucopia of the best of contemporary dance. DDF presents the very best artists to discerning audiences to experience, first-hand, the incomparable vitality of the NY and around-world-Dance scene.


Each choreographer/company may submit up to two applications for 2024 DUMBO Dance Festival (each application requires a separate application form, and application fee). The fee is non-refundable.


All applications will be reviewed by a panel of impartial adjudicators. If your work is selected, you will be notified by e-mail by mid-February 2024.


All inquiries regarding the 2024 DDF, please contact: Young Soon Kim, Artistic Director at 718-855-8822 or email at ww2024ddf@gmail.com


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