August 2011

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) Jun 20, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: Jun 27, The 39 Steps: Jul 4, Easy Rider: Jul 11, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes: Jul 18, In the Heat of the Night: Jul 25, The Lady Eve: Aug 1, Cool Hand Luke: Aug 8, Airplane!: Aug 15, High Sierra: Aug 22, Dirty Harry (FREE) Event Website

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (7:30pm) Dreams of Incest in Bali: Created & Performed by Victoria Libertore With her trademark dark humor, heart, and sensuality, Victoria Libertore entwines the beauty of Bali with the unspeakable taboo of incest. Part memoir, part '80s video, part study. Oysters, Orgasms And Ovums: Part Musical, Part Cooking Show Part Homicide: Written & Performed by Raïna von Waldenberg Watch one woman consume an aphrodisiac, get horny, get pregnant, and have an orgasmic birth. Watch her have multiple orgasms and raise 5 children. Watch her befriend Andrea Yates. Watch 5 children drown in a bathtub. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(Leslie/Lohman Gallery, 26 Wooster St, New York, NY 10013) (1pm - 6pm) Leslie/Lohman & Kymara Gallery present: Queer Punk: A solo exhibition featuring new sculptures by internationally renowned Ante Artist, Fernando Carpeneda. Opening Reception: June 25: 6-11PM. For more artist info see: www.fernandocarpaneda.com (FREE) (212-431-2609) [email protected] Event Website

(Provincetown, MA) (See website for details) Family Week is the largest national gathering of the LGBT family community in the United States and what could be a better family vacation than seaside swimming and building sand castles with your kids on the beautiful beaches in P-Town alongside other LGBT families.

(Wingate Park, Brooklyn) (7:30pm) Performance Schedule: July 11 29th Season Opener!: Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly July 18 Annual Gospel Night: Mary Mary July 25: Charlie Wilson & Eric Benet August 1: TBA August 8: An Evening with Queen Latifah August 22: Shaggy & The Mighty Sparrow & a Mystery Guest to be revealed on August 13 ; Get there early since lines can be very long and slow-moving. (FREE) Event Website

(Washington Square Park, 5th Ave at Washington Sq North) (8pm) July 12: Opera in the Park, July 19: The Joy of Unfamiliar Music: Festival Chamber Ensemble, July 26: Music Making by the Master: Stanley Drucker, Aug 2: The Charles Mingus Orchestra Plays Jazz (FREE) Event Website

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (7:30pm) Written by Becca Blackwell What happens when we cage the human being physically and ideologically? You Dropped This is a meditation on the incarceration of humans in the physical and ideological confines created by contemporary society; what is evil to some may be a necessity to others. “Animals ain’t got no commandments.” Designed and Video by Michael De Angelis. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (9:30pm) Inspired by the work of East Village poet, Eileen Myles, Casey Llewellyn’s The Quiet Way is an interrogation of gender, sexuality and transformation—the scraping of the self against the outside world. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(230 Fifth, 230 Fifth (27th Street and 5th Ave), on the 20th Floor rooftop, New York, NY 10001) (6:30pm) GLAAD brings a Brazilian carnival-themed celebration right to the middle of New York City. Enjoy delicious food, great music, and hosted cocktails to celebrate and highlight GLAAD’s work and accomplishments. ($100+) Event Website

(Washington Square Park, 5th Ave at Washington Sq North, New York, NY 10003) (8pm) The honorary orchestra plays works by its namesake legendary jazz composer and bassist, (FREE) Event Website

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (7:30pm) Monologist Thain Torres recounts his journey between a small mining town in pre-Democratic South Africa to post-9/11 NYC. A lover of stories both true and fantastical, Torres creates a portrait of a fragile personal world poised on the brink of collapse. Told with gentle humor vignettes, these stories are a love letter and requiem to the notion that everything will probably turn out fine./HOT TO STOP SMOKING IN NINETEEN-THOUSAND, TWO-HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-SEVEN SECONDS, USAMA: Multimedia Reading by Chavisa Woods, Animation by Itziar Barrio UFO’s, a meth lab in a cornfield, a talking couch and the death of Usama Bin Laden, set the stage for a young woman’s journey to give up chain smoking. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (9:30pm) With special guests Tammy WhyNot and Queer Supply Sh!t Theatre uses satire and song to explore the daily political, the everlasting personal and the downright perverted nature of their own lives and yours. Tammy WhyNot, Sh!t Theatre and Queer Supply are getting HOT! at Dixon Place. All the way from London and in collaboration with Split Britches, Sh!t Theatre are here to question democracy, sexuality, morality and the crippling fear of their own potential. Satire, songs short-films and special guests including Lois Weaver as Tammy WhyNot and all the queer members of the UK perform. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(Madison Square Park, 23rd St and Madison Ave, New York, NY 10011) (Varies) The Conservancy’s outdoor concert series and one of the best ways to enjoy free world class performances in New York City. Jun 22 - Tift Merritt, Jun 29 - Dale Ann Bradley, The Steel Wheels, Jul 6 - Lionel Loueke Trio, Edmar Castaneda Trio plus special guest Andrea Tierra, Jul 13 - Christian McBride & Inside Straight, Jul 20 - Red Horse with Eliza Gilkyson, John Gorka, and Lucy Kaplansky, Jul 27 - David Wax Museum, Aug 3 - Pedrito Martinez Group plus special guest Brian Lynch, Aug 10 - Davell Crawford—Tribute to Ray Charles (FREE) Event Website

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (12:30pm) Songs from current Broadway shows sung by the stars themselves. (FREE) Event Website

(Brooklyn Bridge Park, Main and Plymouth Streets, Brooklyn, NY 11201) (Sunset) One of the city's premiere outdoor film series with an eclectic lineup of films and breathtaking views of the NYC waterfront. Shorts curated by BAMcinématek & DJs from Brooklyn Radio. Jul 7 - Manhattan, Jul 14 - Ghostbusters, Jul 21 - Sweet Smell of Success, Jul 28 - Basquiat, Aug 4 - An American Tail, Aug 11 - Breakfast at Tiffany's, Aug 18 - Crooklyn, Aug 25 - Rosemary's Baby, Sept 1 - Public Vote (FREE)

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (7:30pm) The TWEED Fractured Classicks Series tops off The Hot Festival with a staged production of a fabulously fractured tale inspired by Tennessee William’s classic Summer and Smoke. The story concerns a preacher’s spinster daughter who falls for the tawdry boy next door. This ‘send-up’ will be interpreted by a dynamic cast including the sensational drag method actress Sweetie, burlesque superstar Bradford Scobie, Steve Hayes (Tired Old Queen at the Movies), Jay Rogers (Whoop-De Doo!),David Ilku (This American Life), Colleen O’Neill (Dr Julia Wonder), downtown raconteur Joseph Keckler, and others. Directed by TWEED’s Kevin Malony. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(Asser Levy Park Amphitheater, West 5th St & Surf Ave, New York, NY 11224) This year's lineup includes: July 14, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts; July 21, The Monkeys; July 28, Mary Wilson of the Supremes; Aug 4, Mystery Night; Aug 11, Annual Latino Music by the Sea; Aug 18, Cheap Trick.

(Intrepid Museum, Pier 86, 12th Ave & 46th St, New York, NY 10036) (7:30pm weather permitting) May 27th: Top Gun June 24th: Spiderman July 8th: The Goonies July 22nd: Back to the Future August 5th: E.T. Extra-Terrestrial August 19th: Jurassic Park (FREE) Event Website

(Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza, 5th to 7th Aves, 47 to 51st Sts, New York, NY 10111) For its 16th season the Today Show is bringing some of the biggest names in the music to rock the Plaza: May 27 - Rihanna, Jun 2 - American Idol Winner and Runner Up, Jun 3 - New Kids on the Block/Backstreet Boys, Jun - 10 The Script, Jun 17- Kenny Chesney, Jun 24- Bruno Mars, Jul 1 - Pitbull featuring T-Pain and Ne-Yo, Jul 15 - Chris Brown, Jul 22 - Cee Lo Green, Jul 29 -Journey, Aug 5 - Maroon 5, Aug 12 - Zac Brown Band, Aug 19 - Enrique Iglesias, Aug 26 - Train, Sept 2- Lenny Kravitz (FREE) Event Website

(Central Park, Rumsey Playfield, 70th St at Mid Park, New York, NY 10023) June 3: The Go-Go's, June 10: Jennifer Hudson, June 17: Selena Gomez, June 24: Florence & the Machine, July 1: Beyonce, July 8: Miranda Lambert, July 15: Brad Paisley, July 22: Goo Goo Dolls, July 29: Debbie Gibson and Tiffany. August 5: Nicki Minaj, August 12: American Idol Top 11, August 19: Taio Cruz, August 26: TBD, September 2: Mary J Blige (FREE) Event Website

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (9:30pm) Co-curated & Emceed by Victoria Libertore and Lea Robinson Hot, queer women flirtin', titilatin', and takin' it off with the originality and swagga only a butch can pull off. Butch Burlesque was standing room only last year and we're aimin' to do it again! The lineup includes seasoned, salt-and-pepper performers to burlesque 'virgins’ debuting their new wares. Come see these butches and friends strut their stuff with the bravado and swagger only Dixon Place is hot enough to handle. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (11am - noon) Experience the joy of movement and dance. Free classes are led by former and current members of the internationally renowned modern dance company, Limon Dance. (FREE) Event Website

(Hurricane Harbor, Jackson, NJ 08527) (7pm til midnite) PRIVATE LGBT WATER PARK PARTY Gather your friends and come get WET! Bring your sandals, towels & some coins for food & drink This is our return visit from 2008; when nearly 1000 LGBT hit the slides & pools Music by DJ Rhino & David Marc Girls / women / Boys / Men EVERYONE is WELCOME! ($35-$60) (212-206-7579) [email protected] Event Website

(City Winery, 155 Varick St (btw Spring & Vandam), New York City, NY 10013) (1pm - 4pm) this delicious dance party & feast will feature the city’s best chefs, bands and DJs. Each chef has been tasked to create a unique dish for the event, inspired by BBQ and their culinary influences. The general admission ticket includes the following: 10 Food servings (one from each chef) 2 free drinks 3 hours of DJs + Live Music ($60) Event Website

(Coney Island, B'klyn) (noon - 5pm) Calling all trans and gender non-conforming beach lovers! Partners, friends, families, and allies are all welcome! They're going to the beach - and they want you to come!! Come one. Come all. Join them for a sun, fun, and snack filled day at Coney Island. Bring a towel. Bring a frisbee. Bring your friends. We'll bring snacks! (FREE) Event Website

(Dixon Place, 161 A Chrystie, (Between Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY 10002) (7:30pm) Written & Performed by Steve Hayes and Mark Milano Who was dubbed in movie musicals and why? Interview and clips with the original performer’s voices restored. Because their voices were considered inadequate, many of the stars who sang roles in the Golden Age of movie musicals were dubbed. Mark Milano has researched, found the star's original vocal recordings and carefully re-inserted them. Steve Hayes star of Tired Old Queen at the Movies, interviews Mark supplying anecdotes and background info on each clip. ($15/$12 Stu/Sen/$18/$15 Stu/Sen @ door) (212-219-0736) Event Website

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (2pm) he Central Park Conservancy's Harlem Meer Performance Festival features the best in local established and emerging artists in the genres of jazz, Latin, gospel and world music. See website for performance schedule. (FREE) Event Website

(See website for locations) (2pm) What better way is there to enjoy a summer Sunday afternoon in NYC than enjoying two hours of laughter in the park? Join some of NYC's best comedians as they brighten up any afternoon! (FREE) Event Website

(Coney Island, B'klyn) (at dusk) Enjoy the big screen and eat popcorn which you watch an all time classic - Jul 11 - Saturday Night Fever, Jul 18 - Rango, Jul 25 - Top Gun, Aug 1 - Iron Man 2, Aug 8 - Annie Hall, Aug 15 - Moonstruck, Aug 22 - Justin Beiber: Never Say Never, Aug 29 - How She Moves (FREE)

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (7:30pm) The 106th year of Free Concerts. No tickets issued. 700 seats provided on a first come first serve basis. Benches around Concert Ground also available. (FREE) Event Website

(Pier 54, Hudson River Park at 13th St, New York, NY 10014) (6pm) Jul 14 - Tune Yards, Jul 28 - Metronomy, Aug 11 - Deer Track (FREE) Event Website

(Cherry Grove, NY) (See website for details) A multi-cultural weekend event celebrating the LGBT community of color and their families and friends. The FIBO weekend focuses on diversity, community, and friendship. Event Website

(Governor's Island) (1pm & 3pm) Jul 2 - Terry Riley's "In C" 40+ musicians, led by piano impresario Jed Distler Aug 13 - Plugged-in string quartet ETHEL Sept 4 - Labor Day in the Sun" Audiences should feel free to walk by, stop and listen, lay down a picnic blanket and relax, eat lunch, intermingle, and take in these exciting live performances. (FREE) Event Website

(Prudential Center, 165 Mulberry St, Newark, NJ 07102) (7pm) The lineup promises to be the most memorable yet given the diverse and daring talent on the roster. The top 11 comprising the tour—Casey Abrams, Haley Reinhart, Jacob Lusk, James Durbin, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo, Paul McDonald, Pia Toscano, Scotty McCreery, Stefano Langone, and Thia Megia ($45+) Event Website

(Fire Island Pines) (See website for details) The Fund in the Sun Foundation was established in 2006 as a not-for-profit public charity dedicated to Fire Island Pines. A full weekend of FUN... Ascension Launch Party, Ascension Pool Party, Ascension Tea Dance and Ascension Beach Party! Event Website

(Roseland Ballroom, 239 West 52nd St, New York, NY 10019) (7pm) Judging categories are designed around the activities, shows, and the people that make up Las Vegas. Music By: DJ Vjuan Allure. Commentators Jack Mizrahi & Dashaun Evisu. To benefit GMHC. ($20) Event Website

(City Hall, Jersey City, NJ) (11am - 7pm) Hudson Pride Connections Center will host the 11th Annual Hudson Pride Festival and Parade. The day begins with a parade route beginning at City Hall on Grove Street. The parade will lead the crowds to the festival at One Exchange Place, On the Waterfront. (FREE) Event Website