NOVEMBER EVENTS - 11 / 17 / 2011
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NOVEMBER is the month when there are so many things to do in Queens. As the end of the year approaches, we celebrate Thanksgiving, go shopping and begin seeing old friends. Use the links to your right to click to Queens events posted on this page.
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Queens Art Museums
Click here for maps and info about Queens Art Museums
Noguchi Museum In Long Island City
November 4: First Fridays
Museum stays open until 8 pm with a pay-what-you-wish admission. There's a cash wine & beer bar and the garden is a great place to relax.
November 13: Second Sundays
At 3 pm. Generally a musical performance or talk. Free with admission.
Through April 22, 2012 : A Civic Action
Isamu Noguchi and Mark di Suvero founded the Noguchi Museum and Socrates Sculpture Park in the 80's in what was then a pretty obscure neighborhood. Things have changed significantly since then and this exhibit highlights four artists' vision of the future for the neighborhing Astoria / LIC community.
The museum is open Wednesday through Friday 10 am - 5 pm, and Saturday - Sunday 11 am - 6 pm. All programs are free with admission $10 / $5. First Friday of every month, pay what you wish. Click here to view a prior story about the Noguchi Museum in Queens.
Click here to view a map including transit directions for the Noguchi Museum in Long Island City, and here for the Noguchi Museum website. 718.204.7088.
PS1 Art Exhibits in Long Island City
November 20: Fall Open House
Opening day of the winter season. The weekend art performances start in January.
November - January 9, 2012: Ongoing Exhibit - September 11
An exhibit featuring 41 artists exploring the cultural impact of the World Trade Center attacks on September 11, 2001. The exhibit avoids images of the attack itself, focusing on the cultural impact by looking at art before and after the attacks.
Admission $10 / $5 students, except on PS1 Warm Up Party Saturdays when admission is $15. Open Thursday through Monday 12 pm - 6 pm. Click here to view a report about PS1, or here for a map including transit directions for PS1 in Long Island City, or here for the PS1 website. Tel: 718.784.2084.
Sculpture Center - Long Island City
November: Fall Exhibit
Exhibit by Sanford Biggers entitled Cosmic Voodoo Circus. Admission is usually a donation of between $5 - $15.
Gallery hours are Thursday through Monday 11 am - 6 pm. Free admission, but a $5 / $3 donation is suggested. Click here to view a map including transit info to the Sculpture Center in Long Island City, or here for the telephone number and website of the Sculpture Center in LIC.
Queens Museum Of Art [QMA] Exhibit in Flushing
November 6: Artefacting Willets Point
From 8 pm soccer match at Willets Point. Looking at Willets Point through art.
Open Wednesday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm; Saturday & Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm. Admission $5 / $2. The first Sunday of every month is free from 1 - 4 pm, compliments of the MetLife Foundation. Click these links to view a prior story about the Queens Museum Of Art or Queens International Art Exhibit at the Queens Museum Of Art.
Click here for a map including transit info for the Queens Museum of Art., or here for the telephone and website of the Queens Museum of Art.
Flux Factory - Long Island City
November 10: Flux Thursdays
At 8 pm on the second Thursday night of every month, the Flux Factory holds a potluck dinner / art symposium. Four artists will talk about recent and ongoing works covering various themes and approaches. Free with food contribution.
When exhibits are running, they are open from 12 noon - 6 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Click here to read a prior story about the Flux Factory or here to see a map including transit info for the Flux Factory in LIC or here for the Flux Factory telephone number and website.
Space Womb In Long Island City LIC
November 4: Landscape
Opening reception from 6 - 8 pm. Reception for new solo exhibition by Yeong Gill Kim. Modern painting with American, Korean and Chinese influences. Admission free.
November 11: Grain In The Grain
Opening reception from 6 - 8 pm. Reception for new solo exhibition by Kim Seong Gyun. Admission free.
Space Womb is located at 22-48 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City 11101 / 917.670.1342. Hours are from 12 noon - 6 pm Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun.
The Space in LIC
November 18: Bodega Chips
Opening reception from 7 - 9 pm. Multi-media exhibit / installation with bodegas as the theme. Admission free.
The Space is located at 25-17 41st Avenue in LIC.
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The Creek & Cave In Long Island City
November: Comedy Nights At The Cave
Almost every evening they have something going on, most of which is stand up comedy, and the fun begins at 8 pm, but times may vary. Admission is generally free except for special events.
Click here to view a prior report about the Creek and the Cave in LIC, or here for a map including transit info for The Creek and The Cave at 10-93 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City LIC Queens, or here for the telephone & website of The Creek and The Cave in Long Island City.
La Guardia Performing Arts Center LIC
November 29: Fly By Night Dance Theater
Begins at 8 pm. Mythical story of Apollo and Daphne with opera music by Handel. Admission $20 / $15 advance / $10 students. Main Stage Theater.
Click here to obtain contact info including a website link to the La Guardia Performing Arts Center in LIC, and here for a map of the La Guardia Performing Arts Center in LIC.
Frank Sinatra School of the Arts - Astoria
November 4: Nicoda - Where Cultures Meet
From 7 - 9 pm. This looks to be very interesting. Based on the National Geographic's, The Genographic Project, this multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary performance project incorporates theater, music and dance by a number of very talented NYC 'connection artists'. Admission $10.
Click here to see a map of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link to obtain more info about the Nicoda project and you can purchase tickets online.
Green Space In LIC
November 12: Take Root - Jenni Hong Dance & Anne Burnidge Dance
Starts at 8.30 pm. In the first performance Jenni Hong Dance troupe explores the selflessness and selfishness associated with connecting with others. In the second performance Anne Burnidge Dance troupe explores the body as a sacred structure. Admission $15.
November 13: Fertile Ground
Starts at 7 pm. Four dance companies perform and discuss their works. Admission $10.
Click here to see a map of the location of Green Space at 37-24 24th Street in Long Island City LIC Queens NY NYC. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link to obtain more info on the Dance Entropy website or Green Space website. Tel: 718.956.3037.
Thalia Spanish Theatre In Sunnyside NY
November 11 - December 11: Flamenco & Lorca
Starts at 8 pm on Fridays & Saturdays, and 4 pm on Sundays. The fiery music and passionate dance of Spain's most sensual art form. Admission $30 / $27 and on Fridays only all tickets $25.
Click here to view a prior story about Thalia Spanish Theatre in Sunnyside / teatro en espanol en queens, or here for a map of the Thalia theatre at 41-17 Greenpoint Avenue in Sunnyside, or here for the telephone & website link for the Thalia Theatre of Sunnyside Queens.
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning
November19: Shadow Of A Pearl
Starts at 7.30 pm. Poetry, dance and musical performance in commemoration of Haiti's struggle for independence. Admission $15 / $12.
Click here to view the Jamaica Performing Arts Center map or here for the JCAL contact info [tickets].
Queens Buzz.com
November: Restaurants & Food
Queens Buzz plans to write one or more new restaurant review each month.
You will be able to find these in the Queens Buzz Restaurant Reviews section of this site.
This month one Italian restaurant and one Japanese restaurant.
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Queens Greenmarkets / Farmers Markets 2011 - Queens
Jackson Heights Farmers Market at Travers Park went to year round starting January 9th, 2011.
Click this link for info about Queens Farmers Markets opening & closing dates 2011. Click this link for our business listing of the City Council on the Environment contact information.
These outdoor markets are sponsored by the City of New York Department of Parks and Recreation, Grow NYC, the NY Hall Of Science and Local Harvest. You may also use the search function to find a report on CSA's [Community Supported Agriculture in Queens].
Astoria Farmers Market - Open July 6 - Nov 16, 2011
WEDNESDAYS between 8 am – 3 pm. Click here for a map to the Astoria Farmers Market locations on 14th Street just south of 31st Avenue.
Corona Farmers Market - Open July 8 - Nov 18, 2011
Fridays 8 am to 5 pm. Click this link to view a map of the Corona Farmers Market location at 103rd Street & Roosevelt in Corona.
Flushing Farmers Market NY Hall Of Science - Open June 19 - Nov 6, 2011
Sundays 10 am - 4 pm in front of the NY Hall of Science. Click this link to view a map of the Flushing Farmers Market location NY Hall Of Science 47-01 111th Street in Flushing.
Flushing Farmers Mkt Qns Botanical Gardens - Open July 1 - Nov 11, 2011
Fridays 8.30 am - 4 pm in front of the Queens Botanical Gardens. Click this link to view a map of the Flushing Farmers Market location Queens Botanical Garden 43-50 Main Street in Flushing.
Glendale / Atlas Park Farmers Market - Open June 18 - Nov 19, 2011
SATURDAYS between 8 am – 3 pm at the Shops At Atlas Park Mall in Glendale. Click here to view a map of the Glendale Farmers Market location at Cooper Avenue and 80th Street.
Jackson Heights Farmers Market - Open Year Round Starting January 9, 2011
SUNDAYS between 8 am – 3 pm. Click here for a map to the Jackson Heights Farmers Market near Travers Park at 34th Avenue east of 77th Street.
Jamaica Farmers Market - Open June 24 & 25 - Nov 11 & 12, 2011
Open Fridays and Saturdays from 8.30 am to 4 pm. Click here to view a map of the Jamaica Farmers Market location at 90-40 160th Street and Jamaica Avenue.
Long Island City LIC Farmers Market - Open June 25 - November 19
Open Saturdays from 8 am - 4 pm. Click here to view a map of the Long Island City LIC Farmers Market at Socrates Sculpture Park.
Sunnyside Farmers Market - Open June 4 - Dec 17, 2011
Saturdays between 8 am – 3 pm. Click here to view a map of the Sunnyside Farmers Market location on Skillman Avenue and 43rd Street.
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Museum Of The Moving Image In Astoria NY
November 10 & 11: Ming Wong's Persona Performa
Begins at 8 pm. Inspired by a Bergman film, Ming Wong leads the audience through the Museum of the Moving Image and does several short takes which are then played back in the main theater. Admission $30 / $25 members.
Ongoing: Behind The Screen
Behind The Screen is the MOMI collection of core exhibits are about how films / movies are produced, including showcasing vintage equipment. There are a number of interactive kiosks where kids can learn about how the moving image is created and manipulated. Click here for a story about the Museum Of The Moving Image in Astoria. Click here to read our report on the newly remodeled Museum Of The Moving Image.
The museum hours are Tues - Thurs 10.30 am - 5 pm, Fri 10.30 - 8 pm [gallery admission free after 4 pm] and Saturday - Sunday 10.30 am - 7 pm. Admission is a suggested donation of $10 / $7.50 seniors and children 3 - 18 are $5. Click this link to see a map of the Museum Of The Moving Image location in Astoria Queens NYC. This map will include public transit info. Click this link for more info on the Museum Of The Moving Image website. Tel: 718.777.6888.
Click here to view a schedule / listing of free movies / films in Queens Parks - free movies / free things to do in Queens.
Queens Historical Sites and Cultural Performances
Click here for maps and info about Queens History and Attractions
Kingsland Homestead In Flushing
November 6: The Rockaways
From 2.30 - 4.30 pm. Marty Nislick takes us through the history of the Rockaways, from the resort area of the 1830's to today. Admission $8 / $5 members.
November 17: The Forgotten Legacy of Willie Cooper
From 6.30 - 8 pm. This lecture will talk about the history of George Reid and other African Americans' role in the Civil War. Willie Cooper is the author of a book which includes research into his great-grandfather's role. Admission $8 / $5 members.
Ongoing - Kingsland Homestead Museum
Admission $3 / $2 and children / kids under 10 free. Click this link to see a map of the location of the Kingsland Homestead at Parsons Blvd and 37th Avenue in Flushing. This will also contain public transit info. Click here for our business listing of the Queens Historical Society in Flushing which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Louis Armstrong House In Corona NY
November: Ongoing
Open Tuesday through Friday 10 am – 5 pm and Saturday / Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm. Admission $10 / $7 which includes 40 minute House Tour - last one begins at 4 pm. Click here for a link to our report on the Louis Armstrong House tours in Queens. Click here to view a map of The Louis Armstrong House at 34-56 107th Street in Corona. The map will also contain public transit info. Click here for our business listing of The Louis Armstrong House in Corona which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Greater Astoria Historical Society In Astoria NY
November 7: Trains & Ferries of Queens
Begins at 7 pm. A presentation about the development of Queens transportation infrastructure. Opening to a new exhibit. Admission $5 / Free to Members.
November 10: Gerrymandering
Begins at 6.30 pm. Film about why America has become so politically polarized.
November 12: Walking Tour of East River Waterfront
Begins at 11 am. Being done in conjunction with Forgotten NY. Admission $25 / $20 Members.
Ongoing: Museum Exhibits
GAHS has a bountiful collection of things on a variety of topics, such as the Sunnyside Boxing Arena, films covering both of Queens' World Fairs and the Blackwell door.
Open Monday & Wednesday 2 - 5 pm and Saturdays 12 pm - 5 pm. Donation suggested. Click here to view a map of the location of the Greater Astoria Historical Society on the 4th Floor of the Quinn Building 35-20 Broadway in Long Island City LIC. Click this link for our business listing of The Greater Astoria Historical Society which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Louis Latimer House
December 11: Open House
From 1 - 5 pm. Upcoming event in December to include refreshments as well as tours of the historic house. The Louis Latimer House is located at 34-41 137th Street in Flushing.
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Socrates Sculpture Park
November 5 & 12: Leaf Fest
From 9 am - 12 noon. Bring leaves and trees to be mulched for fertilizer in the parks and community gardens, instead of in landfills. From 1 - 3 pm on the 12th there will be a cider reception for mulchers. Admission free.
Ongoing exhibits in the park. Admission Free.
The park is open during daylight hours in the winter. Open space to play for Kids / Children. Click here to view short reports on a prior events at the Socrates Sculpture Park In LIC / Astoria. Click here to view a map showing the location of the Socrates Sculpture Park at 31st Avenue and Vernon Blvd in Long Island City LIC Queens NY. Click here to obtain more info on the Socrates Sculpture Park website. Tel:718.956.1819.
King Manor
November 19: Apples, Apples, Apples
Starts at noon. Apple stories and apple crafts. I believe admission is free, but unconfirmed.
From 12 noon to 4.30 pm. Click here to view a map showing the location of King Manor Museum in Jamaica NY. Click this link to view a report on the King Manor Museum in Jamaica Queens.
Queens Botanical Garden
November: Botanical Gardens
Click to business directory link below for their website and current events.
The Botanical Gardens are a good place for Children / Kids to learn about the environment. Click this link for a map of the Queens Botanical Garden location at 43-50 Main Street in Flushing. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
New York Hall Of Science
November: Science
Click to business directory link below for their website and current events.
Events are free with General Admission $11 / $8, unless otherwise specified. Hours April through June are: Mon - Thurs 9.30 - 2 pm, Friday 9.30 - 5 pm and Sat / Sun 10 am - 6 pm. Click here to view / print a map of the location of the New York Hall Of Science at 47-01 111th Street in Flushing Meadows Corona Park Queens NY. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the New York Hall Of Science which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
Queens Zoo In Flushing Meadows Corona Park
November: Feedings & Kids Activities
Sea Lion feedings at 11.15 am, 2 pm and 4 pm. There's also a Storytelling / Arts / Crafts area called the Wild Room [it's a zoo] which is open from noon - 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays and school holidays.
The zoo is open weekdays from 10 am - 5 pm and from 10 am - 5.30 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission $7 / $3. Good for Children / Kids. And they have a new cafe. Click this link for a map of the Queens Zoo location which is at 53-51 111th street in Flushing Meadows Corona Park Queens NY. This map will also contain public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Queens Zoo in Flushing for complete contact info and a link to their website.
Flushing Town Hall
November 12: Five Borough Songbook
Begins at 3 pm. Some of NYC's finest young musicians perform. $25 / $15.
November 13: Charlie Porter Jazz Quartet
Begins at 2 pm. Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert series. Great opportunity to hear excellent jazz for free.
November 18: NEA Jazz Masters
Begins at 8 pm. Some of the best jazz talent around will perform including Jimmy Heath on sax, Barry Harris piano, Frank Wess on sax and flute, Tootie Heath on drums, Paul West on bass, and young master trumpeter Jeremy Pelt. Admission $40 / $32 Members / $20 Students.
The Gallery is open from 12 noon to 5 pm and the suggested donation is $5. Click here to view / print a map showing the location of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens NY. This will also include public transit info. Click this link for our business listing of the Flushing Town Hall in Flushing Queens which includes complete contact info including a link to their website.
NY Irish Center in LIC
November 5: Gugenheim Grotto
Cocktails begin at 7 pm. Half hour performance by the Oarsmen begins at 8 pm, followed by the Guggenheim Grotto musical duo which begins at 8.30 pm. Admission $22 / $11 for seniors, students, unemployed and J-1 visa holders.
Click the graphic to see a prior story about the NY Irish Center in LIC, or click here to see a map of the location of the NY Irish Center in LIC Queens. This map will include public transit info. Click here for our business listing of the NY Irish Center in LIC Queens which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
King Manor Museum in Jamaica
November 4: Duo Appassionato
Reception begins at 6 pm and concert performance from 6.30 - 7 pm. Performances of Mozart & Clementi on the King Family's forte piano, the first such performances since the 19th century. Admission $25 / $20 members.
November 18: Queens College Baroque Ensemble
Reception begins at 6 pm and concert performance from 6.30 - 7 pm. Violin and cello trio. Admission $25 / $20 members.
From 12 noon to 4.30 pm. Click here to view a map showing the location of King Manor Museum in Jamaica NY. Click this link to view a report on the King Manor Museum in Jamaica Queens.
York College Performing Arts Center In Jamaica
November 4: YCBB & Arturo O'Farrill
Begins at 7 pm. the York College Big Band [YCBB] plays with pianist and director of the Latin Jazz Orchestra, Arturo O'Farrill. Suggested donation of $10.
November 11: Ritz Chamber Players
Begins at 7 pm. This highly regarded nine member group of chamber musicians brings fresh energy to classical works. Suggested donation $10.
November 19: The Steve Kroon Sextet
Begins at 7 pm. Acclaimed percussionist Steven Kroon mixes an Afro Cuban beat with Brazilian rhythms. He's accompanied by the five other members of his jazz band. Admission $20 / $10 Seniors & Students.
Click here to obtain full information about the York College Performing Arts Center including a map. Suggested Donation $10. Click here to go to the York Performing Arts Center to buy tickets online.
Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria NY
November 19: Riffs & Dance
Pre-concert discussion at 7.30 pm and performance begins at 8 pm. The world premier of Riffs by Eneko Vadillo, followed by Tchaikovsky's second symphony and the Astoria Symphonic Choir takes the stage at the end. Admission $20.
Click here to view a map showing the location of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts.
Click here for free things to do in Astoria, LIC, Sunnyside, Woodside, Jackson Heights, Flushing, Jamaica and Queens Summer 2011.
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Queens parks are open year round. Click on this link to view a compendium of Queens Parks & activities.
Click here for free things to do in Astoria, LIC, Sunnyside, Woodside, Jackson Heights, Flushing, Jamaica and Queens Summer 2011.
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November 5: Leaf Collection & Mulching
From 9 am - 12 noon. At Socrates Sculpture Park and Sunnyside Farmers Market. From 10 am to 1 pm at LIC Community Garden. From 11 am - 1 pm at Astoria Park. From 2 pm - 4 pm at Arrow Community Garden.
November 7: Honoring Park Volunteers
From 6 - 8 pm. Partnership for Parks recognizes volunteers and groups who donate over 100,000 hours of their time to helping the city maintain the parks. Terrace on the Park.
November 12: Leaf Collection & Mulching
From 9 am - 12 noon. At Socrates Sculpture Park and Sunnyside Farmers Market. From 11 am - 1 pm at Astoria Park. Mulching Reception. From 1 - 3 pm. Cider reception at Socrates Sculpture Park for mulchers. Free.
November 19: Leaf Collection & Mulching
From 9 am - 12 noon. At Socrates Sculpture Park and Sunnyside Farmers Market.
November 6, 13 & 20: Leaf Collection & Mulching
From 9 am - 12 noon. At Jackson Heights Farmers Market.
November 25 & 26: Leaf Collection & Mulching
From 10 am - 2 pm. At Two Coves Community Garden Astoria
NYC Marathon in Queens
November 6: NYC Marathon in Long Island City
The really early marathoners start coming over the Pulaski Bridge around 9 am. The runners come in hordes between 10 am and 12 noon. We provide complete coverage, including the best locations, the best times and many photos and the history of the NYC Marathon in Queens. Click here to view our NYC Marathon in Queens section.
Al Oerter Recreational Facility
November: Public Indoor Basketball Court, Computer Labs, Exercise Rooms, Handball Court, Dance Studio & Ping Pong Tables In Queens
This is a beautiful, relatively new facility. They are open Monday through Friday 6 A - 10 P and Saturday 9 A - 5 P. Closed for important holidays. Bring padlock for locker and a change of clothes for athletics.
Free admission. Click here for a map to the Al Oerter Recreational Facility in Flushing Queens.
Public Golf Courses In Queens
Click here for maps and info about the public golf courses in Queens.
Queens Golf Courses are open year round. Click on the link above to view a story which includes maps and links to the Queens Golf courses.
Acqueduct / Belmont Race Track In Jamaica NY
November: Acqueduct Racetrack
Use the following links for more current info. Gates open at 11 am and General Parking is free. Click here for a map including direction for the Acqueduct Race Track at 110-00 Rockaway Boulevard in Jamaica, NY, or here for the telephone number and website of the Acqueduct Race Track / NYRA in Queens.
NYC Parks – Indoor Swimming In Queens NY
November: Aquatic Center & World Class Ice Rink
Both facilities open year 'round. Bring a swimming suit, a swimming cap and quality padlock to be admitted to the pool. And you can rent skates to use the world ice arena [both in the same buillding]. Click on this link for a story about the Queens World Ice Arena & Natatorium Indoor Swimming Pool, including daily admission fees.
The pool is open Monday - Friday from 6 am to 10 pm, Saturday from 9 am - 10 pm and Sunday from 9 am - 8 pm. Annual Fee is $75 adults / $10 seniors / and under 18 is free.
Click this link for a map including transit info to the Queens Ice Rink and Natatorium Indoor Swimming Pool, and here for the telephone number and website of the NYC Parks department - NYC Queens Parks.
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Markets - November 2011
The following is a list of street fairs in Queens this week. You may also click here to view our compendium of street fairs in Queens which run from April through October.
November: TBD
TBD.
Also check our Members Calendar for member posted events.
The Chocolate Factory In Long Island City
November 2 - 5: Target :: Furnace
At 8 pm Wednesday through Saturday. This is a premiere of a piece about the warrior heart. The dancer has a martial arts background and it is choreographed to music including bassoon, violin and percussion. Admission $15.
Nov 16 - 19: intuition is preceding over my understanding
Starts at 8 pm. Solo performance by Chase Granoff about time and place, present and past. Admission $15.
Admission on Thursdays is free for Queens residents, but tickets are given based on availability and a first come first serve basis. Click here to view a report on a prior performance at the Chocolate Factory Theater LIC. Click this link for a map of the location of the Chocolate Factory Theater 5-49 49th Avenue LIC. Click this link to our business listing for the Chocolate Factory Theater LIC Queens which includes complete contact info and a link to their website.
La Guardia Performing Arts Center LIC
November 2 - 5: Maids - Tick Tock
Begins at 8 pm. Last installment of year long theater series exploring audience interaction and influence on theater. Based on a Jean Genet play. Admission $5. Limited seating but can rsvp in advance at projectmaids [at] yahoo.com.
November 15: One Armed Man
Begins at 7.30 pm. Story about a writer investigating the past regarding the alibi of a man accused in a 1915 murder. The story revolves around dreams and psychology. Admission $20 / $15 advance / $10 students. Little Theater.
Click here to obtain contact info including a website link to the La Guardia Performing Arts Center in LIC, and here for a map of the La Guardia Performing Arts Center in LIC.
Astoria Performing Arts Center
November 3 - 19: A Hard Wall At High Speed
At 8 pm Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays with a matinee at 4 pm on Saturdays. This is the premiere production of a new play about how a Florida charter pilot turns his life upside down when he makes a serious error in judgment. The play includes a number of notable NYC actors and actresses. Admission $18.
The Astoria Performing Arts Center performs in Good Shepherd Church at 30-44 Crescent Street in Astoria. Click here for a map of the Astoria Performing Arts Center and click here for Astoria Performing Arts Center telephone number and website link.
York College Performing Arts Center In Jamaica
November 5: The Lynching of Emmitt Till
Begins at 3 pm and 7 pm. This is the story about a young Chicagoan who went down to Mississippi to visit relatives. He was advised by his relatives to be cautious around whites. What happened to arouse the white community's anger is a disputed, but what happened to Emmitt Till is not. The sad story of prejudice in the deep south in the mid 20th century. Admission $20 / $10 Seniors & Students.
Click here to obtain full information about the York College Performing Arts Center including a map. Suggested Donation $10. Click here to go to the York Performing Arts Center to buy tickets online.
The Secret Theatre In LIC Long Island City
November 4 & 5: No Exit
Begins promptly at 8 pm - No Late Seating. A play based on Jean Paul Sartre's famous quotation, "Hell is other people." A play, within a gallery, within a film about three dead people in a room awaiting their eternal damnation. Admission $20.
November 10 - 20: Gutenberg! The Musical
At 8 pm Thursdays through Saturdays, also matinees at 3 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. The comedic story of two writer / singers who are working on a musical about the invention of the printing press by Johann Gutenberg. Their play includes a scheming monk who tries to stop Johann and a beautiful woman who loves him, and the two writers perform the play while trying to convince the audience of producers (you) to give them a Broadway contract. Admission $18.
November 19 & 20: Sounds Of Arts
At 3 pm and 8 pm Saturday and 3 pm Sunday. Live music, dance, films and computers. Make reservations at muse.reservations [at] gmail.com. Admission $18.
Click here to read a prior performance review of the Secret Theatre in LIC, or here to see a map including transit info of the Secret Theatre in LIC, or here for the telephone and website for the Secret Theatre in LIC.
NY Irish Center in LIC
November 6: Cill Cais Players - Two One-Act Plays
Cocktails begin at 4 pm. Uncle Pat is a comedy by Thomas King Moylan and The Pot of Broth is a comedy by W. B. Yeats. Admission $20. Call 718.482.0909 for tickets.
November 16: Angela's Ashes / Luaithreach Angela
Begins at 7 pm. A bilingual reading [English & Gaelic] of the best selling novel by Frank McCourt entitled Angela's Ashes. Admission free.
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