Thinking Theater NYC

Passing & Failing in Paradise , by Tori Barron, is a new play that serves up the joys, anxieties and absurdities of transition with a twist of mahalo (a Hawaiian word used to express gratitude and respect.) Playful Substance is celebrating Trans Youth and the people who love, accept, and embrace them by offering FREE tickets to the May 9th performance (7:00pm) of Passing & Failing in Paradis e. This special performance has been made possible by generous contributions from Ronald Steckman and Pamela Steckman. Playful Substance is incredibly grateful for their kindness! Mahalo! Ticket information will be distributed through LGBTQ+ school clubs and advocacy groups as well as on the company's Instagram page @playfulsubstance. Interested parties may contact Bree O’Connor directly at artisticdirector@playfulsubstance.com to RSVP. Age Recommendation: Passing & Failing in Paradise is suitable for anyone (13+) who can tolerate a 90-minute show with mild profanity and a celebrat...

A Play for Voices . Credit: David Bennett FRIGID New York will present the 16th Annual FRIGID Festival at The Kraine Theater (85 East 4th Street between 2nd Avenue and Bowery) and UNDER St. Marks (94 St. Marks Place between 1st Avenue and Avenue A) from February 16-March 6, 2022. Tickets are available for advance purchase at www.frigid.nyc . Performances will also be available to livestream from home. Proof of full vaccination is required for all in-person audience members. The FRIGID Festival is an open and uncensored theatre festival that gives artists an opportunity to let their ingenuity thrive in a venue that values freedom of expression and artistic determination. In true support of the Indie Theater Community, 100% of box office proceeds go directly to the artists whose work is being presented. The full schedule of shows follows: A Hanky and a Top Hat! Presented by Torkova Entertainment - NY, NY Written & performed by Bobby Torkova; directed by Gene Santarelli A Hanky and a...

Photo courtesy Michelle Tabnick PR In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company keeps its dancers in shape by conducting regular Company Classes online from Nai-Ni and Company dancers' living rooms using Zoom. After a few weeks, Company members and Nai-Ni invited former dancers of the Company and friends to join through Zoom. At the same time, company dancers translated their online dance teaching skills to serve K-12 students and students with disabilities in underserved communities, in an attempt to bring them hope and joy in their confined environment. With a company rooted deeply in diversity and committed to the dancer's artistic journey, Nai-Ni Chen began inviting her friends, both the world renowned and the up-and-coming dancers and choreographers, to teach the Company class. The response has been extremely positive, especially in a time when the Asian American community is experiencing racism and hate. Now, the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company ...