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Thursday, October 3, 2013

Free Reading: FIRE ON THE WATER by Jan Quackenbush


Experiments Play Reading Series presents long-time La MaMa artist, Jan Quackenbush's play FIRE ON THE WATER on Monday, October 7th at La MaMa Galleria. Fire On The Water is a black comedy about fracking and concerns a family digging up a Matriarch’s coffin.


La MaMa Experiments Play Reading Series presents 
FIRE ON THE WATER 
by Jan Quackenbush

Monday, October 7th at 7:30pm

Tickets are FREE!

La MaMa Galleria 
6 East 1st Street
(Between Bowery and 2nd Avenue)
New York, NY 10003

For more info: Click Here

Pascal Rambert Talks to Time Out NY



French director, Pascal Rambert talks to Time Out New York's Gia Kourlas about A (micro) history of world economics, danced - which comes to the Ellen Stewart Theatre on October 11th as part of the Crossing The Line Festival.
"French director Pascal Rambert has a singular touch when it comes to blending dance and theater. In A (micro) history of world economics, danced—which has existed in various incarnations in different cities since its 2010 premiere—Rambert looks at the effect of the current economy on a group of 50 local performers. Through writing, reading and moving, they share their stories inside of Rambert’s trademark theatrical structure: a white floor, fluorescent lighting and succinct direction that never veers into sentimentality yet, all the same, makes you feel. He spoke about the New York version of the show, which is coproduced by the French Institute Alliance Français, La MaMa and Performance Space 122 as part of Crossing the Line."
Read the full interview: HERE

A (micro) history of 
world economics, danced
Created and Directed by Pascal Rambert
In collaboration with Eric Mechoulan


October 11th at 7:30pm
October 12th at 2:30pm and 7:30pm
October 13th at 2:30pm

Tickets: $20 Adults; $15 Students & Seniors.  There are only a handful of $10 tickets remaining as part of La MaMa's 10 @ $10 initiative.

For Tickets and Info: Click Here

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Ruth Maleczech: 1939 - 2013

La MaMa mourns the loss of the legendary Ruth Maleczech, performer, director, theatre pioneer and cofounder of Mabou Mines who passed away this week. We are blessed to have had a long, productive and loving relationship with her over the past 40 years.

 The Red Horse Animation (1971) 
Photo: Amnon Ben Nomis

The Red Horse Animation (1971) 
Photo: Amnon Ben Nomis

Mother (1994) 
Photo: Talmage Cooley

Mother (1994) 
Photo: Talmage Cooley

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Audiences Love SHAKESPEARE'S SISTER!

photo credit: Emily Boland

Audiences are having a fantastic time at Irina Brook's SHAKESPEARE'S SISTER!

"Creatively presented and witty! I felt part of the women in the kitchen ready to share my own experiences and thoughts. From the beginning of the show till the end, I was kept engaged. The singing, dancing and violin playing made the play very enjoyable in spite of its serious topic. Very innovative!"
Maria R.

"Inventive and entertaining! The actors so are talented - it is fun and interesting evening."
Fay R.

"Evocative, heartfelt writing and a superbly talented cast made for a richly rewarding evening."
Mort T.

"The cast gave an outstanding professional performance as their movements were so natural, and their interaction graceful. The integration of music with singing and guitar and violin solos was a strong element in Shakespeare's Sister. The performance was so enjoyable for my guest and me."
Irene S.

"Shakespeare's Sister has whimsical style, which, in my opinion, makes the subject matter more interesting and draws the audience's attention. Kudos to Irina Brook and her actors for a lovely and enjoyable performance! "
Olivia M.

"Shakespeare’s Sister presents a most enjoyable fast moving emancipatory discourse among five actresses. Directed by Irina Brook they are covering popular (mis)conceptions about womanhood with wit and irony in a complex performance which incorporates compelling French chansons and violin music."
Claus P.


La MaMa ETC presents
Irina Brook's
Shakespeare's Sister

Now – October 6, 2013

The Ellen Stewart Theatre
66 East 4th Street
New York, NY 10003

Tickets are $25 for adults; $20 for students and seniors 

For tickets call 212-475-7710 or Click Here.

PREVIEW: Vickie Tanner's RUNNING INTO ME


Vickie Tanner's RUNNING INTO ME plays The Club @ La MaMa this Saturday, October 5th at 10pm as part of A SERIES OF ONE - Solo Performance Festival.


In Running Into Me, Vickie Tanner tells the compelling story of her remarkable struggle to defy the odds and succeed. She plays a variety of characters, including a group of rebellious, sensitive and highly opinionated teens, taking the audience on a roller coaster ride into the minds of young people while simultaneously painting a vivid and insightful portrait of her own odyssey-like journey ‘straight outta Compton’.

La MaMa presents Vickie Tanner's

RUNNING INTO ME
Directed by Bruce McCarty

Part of A SERIES OF ONE

Saturday, October 5th at 10pm 

The Club at La MaMa 
74A East 4th Street 
New York, NY 10003 

 Tickets are $15 for adults; $10 for students and seniors; a limited number of $10 tickets are available in advance, to anyone, as part of La MaMa's 10 @ $10 initiative. 

 For tickets and info: Click Here