STAGE WEDNESDAY 6/25 Cabaret Hellfire! ...

| 16 Feb 2015 | 06:24

    WEDNESDAY 6/25

    Cabaret

    Hellfire! A live country music gospel burlesque salvation pres. by The Palomar Agency. Confused? Just come & be a witness to the healing & salvation of the sinful incl. BOB & the Pontani Sisters; Slipper Room, 167 Orchard St. (Stanton St.), 212-253-7246; 10, $10.

    The Lounge-O-Leers Ricky Ritzel & Aaron Morishita update the lounge act w/classics incl. "Stairway to Heaven" & cheesy renditions of Eminem hits; Hannah's Lava Lounge, 923 8th Ave. (betw. 54th & 55th Sts.), 212-974-9087; 5, free [repeats Thurs.].

    Maria Maldaur: Remembering Peggy Lee Chanteuse pays her respects w/full length jazz concert. Maldaur's latest album pays tribute to Lee's hits incl. "Fever"; Joe's Pub, 425 Lafayette St. (betw. E. 4th St. & Astor Pl.), 212-539-8778; 7:30, $20.

    Norman's Big Night Out Norman Gosney ups the ante for fabulous w/song, dance, comedy & vaudeville; Show, 135 W. 41st St. (betw. 6th Ave. & B'way), 212-278-0988; 10:30, $25.

    Open Stage Jamie Stellini hosts night where anyone can overtake mics & amps to brandish poetry, comedy & music?it ain't called "open" for nothin'; Infra-Red Lounge, 210 Rivington St. (betw. Pitt & Ridge Sts.), 212-254-5043; 8, free.

    Comedy

    Dangerfield's Comedy Shows Feat. comics from Long & Strong (that's Staten) Islands & one from Jersey, trying to make us jaded Manhattaners laugh; Dangerfield's, 1118 1st Ave. (betw. 61st & 62nd Sts.), 212-593-1650; 8:45, $25.50 [repeats Fri. at 8:30 & 10:30, Sat. at 8, 10:30 & 12:30 a.m., Sun.-Tues. at 8:45].

    Debasement Where's the fun? Downstairs in the...ok, we're not funny, but hopefully the weekly performers at this event are; Coz, 511 E. 6th St. (betw. Aves. A & B), 212-995-8889; 9, 1 drink min.

    Eight Is Never Enough! Part of the Times Square Comedy Jam, this show feat. good ol' sketch comedy & improv?plus plenty of satire & impersonations; the Shea Theatre, 303 W. 42nd (8th Ave.), 800-630-7144; 9, $20 incl. unlimited drinks & food.

    Krompf + Solid Gold Weekly series feat. different impish groups from around the country & city; the Tank, 432 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-868-4444; 9, $5.

    Dance

    American Ballet Theater Second repertory work of the spring season feat. Lar Lubovitch's "Artemis," inspired by Greek mythology's goddess of the hunt & Frederick Ashton's "The Dream," set to music by Felix Mendelssohn?also Tchaikovsky classic, Swan Lake, staged by Kevin McKenzie; Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center, B'way (65th St.), 212-362-6000; 2 & 8, $30-$100 [repeats Thurs.-Fri. at 8, Sat. at 2 & 8].

    "Eye Wash" Collaborative work from choreographer Eric Dunlap & media artist Holly Daggers; Freight Restaurant, Chelsea Market, 410 W. 16th St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-242-6555, www.forwardmotion.org; 9, free.

    "A Hydra-Headed Fungus That Dances" Fungus glorifing Pilobolus Dance Theater pres. three premieres that incorporate the strength & exactitude of the macroscopic organism into dance w/"My Brother's Keeper," "Star-Cross'd" & "Wedlock"; Joyce Theater, 175 8th Ave. (19th St.), 212-242-0800; 8, $40 [repeats Thurs. & Fri. at 8, Sat. at 2 & 8, through 7/19].

    Midsummer Night Swing 2003 The 15th season feat. nightly outdoor lessons & parties, kicks off w/David Johansen as Buster Poindexter, mixing jump blues, latin & soca that will inevitably get you dancing; Josie Robertson Plaza, Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave. (betw. 62nd & 65th Sts.), 212-721-6500; 6:30 [repeats Thurs.-Sat., through 7/26].

    New York International Ballet Competition 20th Anniversary Witness fantastic talent from around the world as contestants dazzle world famous judges incl. legendary prima ballerina Natalia Makarova to win coveted Lincoln Center medals; Alice Tully Hall, 1941 B'way (65th St.), 212-875-5050, tkts. 212-721-6500; 8, $27-$70 [repeats Thrus.-Sat. & Sun. at 7].

    New York City Ballet Last chance to see enchanting two-act ballet from 1962, "A Midsummer Night's Dream"?choreographed by founder, George Balanchine; NY State Theater, 20 Lincoln Center, B'way (64th St.), 212-870-5570; 8 [repeats Thurs. & Fri. at 8, Sat. at 2 & 8, Sun. at 3].

    THURSDAY 6/26

    Cabaret

    Magical Madness Cadabra, Cardone & Gorlick perform weird rituals & the "warlock test," plus tricks such as voice-throwing & mind-reading; Tagine Dining Gallery, 537 9th Ave. (40th St.), 212-564-7292; 8, $10.

    Songs to Offend Everyone Not for those sensitive types who don't get all the 'your mama' joke emails that go around the office. Sharon McNight plans to make you laugh shamefully & love it; Lucille Lortel Theatre, 121 Christopher St. (betw. Hudson & Bleecker Sts.), 212-239-6200; 8, $30-$35 [repeats Fri. at 7 & 10, Sat. at 2 & 8].

    Comedy

    The Happy Hour Drink yourself silly w/ha-ha honchos Tim Halpern, DC Benny, Rod Reyes & more; Downstairs at Porters, 216 7th Ave. (betw. 22nd & 23rd Sts.), 212-242-2422; 8:30, $7 & 1 item min.

    Mario Cantone, Paul Mooney Snicker into your drinks all night long, then drag your butt home; Caroline's Comedy Club, 1626 B'way (49th St.), 212-757-4100; 8, $26.50 & 2 drink min [repeats Fri. & Sat 8 & 10:30; Sun. 8].

    The Emmett Show This creatively named show feat. Emmett & his friends roasting comedians, bring ketchup & buns, please; 13th Street Repertory, 50 W. 13th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 212-675-6677; 9:30, $15, $10 st.

    Dance

    Freespace Dance "Life-size shapes" are used to invoke a "abstract geometrical word," while a ten foot long strip of material elevates another of the company's performances to unique levels; Joyce Soho, 155 Mercer St. (betw. Houston & Prince Sts.), 212-334-7479; 8, $15-$20 [repeats Fri. & Sat.].

    "Wild Human Poetry" Wil Swanson pres. U.S. premiere of "Oscuro." Set, slides & costumes contribute to work's exploration of human temporal perception. "Naked Singularities," composed by Arnold Dreyblatt, reveals the power of energy, space & time; St. Mark's Church, 131 E. 10th St. (2nd Ave.), 212-674-0910, RSVP 212-674-8194; 8:30, $12 [repeats Fri.-Sun.].

    FRIDAY 6/27

    Cabaret

    "The Donkey Show" Running since '99, this disco show set in Club Oberon proves just how adaptable the Bard is; El Flamingo, 547 W. 21st St. (betw. 10th & 11th Aves.), 212-243-2121; 9, $35-$45 [repeats Sat. 8 & 10:30].

    Comedy

    2nd Annual Latino Comedy Festival AiCaramba.com & Jack Daniels pres. Angel Salazar, Eric Nieves, Angelo Lozado, Ruperto Vanderpool para hacerle risa; Stand-Up New York, 236 W. 78th St. (B'way), 212-595-0850; 8, $15.

    Glue: Is That All There Is? Instant theater group Glue improvises comic book illustrations, "bringing the odd ennui & quirky humor of everyday life into the spotlight"; Gotham City Improv, 158 W. 23rd St., 2nd fl. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-367-8222; 9, $7.

    No Relation Perfect strangers Anthony DeVito (Danny's cousin?) & Joe DeVito (not Danny's cousin?) work stand-up magic; Rose's Turn, 55 Grove St. (betw. 7th Ave. & Christopher St.), 212-366-5438; 9, $5 & 2 drink min.

    William Stephenson hosts stand-up feat. JJ Ramirez, Ellen Cleghorn, Buddy Bolton & Vanessa Hollingshead ; Comic Strip Live, 1568 2nd Ave. (betw. 81st & 82nd Sts.), 212-861-9386; 8:30, 10:30 & 12:30 a.m., $17 & $12 min.

    Dance

    "Awakenings" Frankie Hart's modern dance program embodies the art of yoga & Qigong to focus on uniting body w/mind & spirit; Merce Cunningham Studio, 55 Bethune St. (Washington St.), 718-482-3512; 9, $15, $10 st./s.c. [repeats Sat. at 8:30].

    "A Dancer And Her Dances" National recognized soloist/choreographer Andrea Del Conte brings you the vibrant art of Spanish flamenco dancing, in both traditional & contemporary forms; Lotus Fine Arts Center, 109 W. 27th St., 8th fl. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-627-1076; 8, $20 [repeats Sat. at 8, Sun. at 3].

    "An Evening of Renku & Dance" Dancer/choreographer Sachiyo Ito brings the 1,000 year old Renku art form to life, using movement to interpret the poetic tradition; Japan Society, 333 E. 47th St. (betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.), 212-715-1253; 8, $10, $5 st.

    SATURDAY 6/28

    Cabaret

    Cary Hoffman performs Sinatra classics w/the Stan Rubin Orchestra...and listen, this guy sounds exactly like Frank; Carnegie Club, 156 West 56th St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-957-9676; 8 & 10, $30 & 2 drink min.

    The Sexy Man Show Male revue produced by women, for women, feat. drag host, comedy & hunky dancers?www.thesexymanshow.com; Discotheque, 17 W. 19th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 212-352-9999, info 212-807-6795; 7:30, $25-$30.

    Comedy

    Brooklyn Brew-Ha-Ha Cause a ruckus, laugh it up, drink some beers, a good time to be had by all; East End Ensemble, 273 Smith St. (betw. Sackett & Degraw Sts.), 718-624-8878; 9:30, $5 & 2 drink min.

    The Fifth Dentist Drills Ben & Jeff Who loves cavities? Two oral teams join forces for extra laughs; Joyous Life Center, 119 W. 23rd St. #700 (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), res. req. 212-352-9910; 8, $10.

    Lynne Koplitz & more incl. Buddy Bolton of Mr. Deeds fame are here to make you happy, so laugh fool; Stand-Up New York, 236 W. 78th St. (B'way), 212-595-0850; 8, $15.

    Kerry McNally hosts stand-up feat. Laurie Kilmartin, Brad Trackman, Todd Lynn, Ellen Cleghorn, Joe Vega & Tony Rock ; Comic Strip Live, 1568 2nd Ave. (betw. 81st & 82nd Sts.), 212-861-9386; 6, 8, 10:15 & 12:30 a.m., $17 & $12 min.

    "The 9 O'Clock 10:17 Comedy Night" Elisabeth Furtado hosts a new talent showcase w/new-comers & superstars incl. Matt Goldich & Chris Regan; Gershwin Hotel, 7 E. 27th St. (betw. 5th & Madison Aves.), 212-545-8000; 9, $5.

    No Name... And a Bag O' Chips Proceedings incl. bag of chips, door prizes, after party drinks & baked goods?wait, is this is a yard sale or a comedy event?; Common Basis Theatre, 750 8th Ave. (betw. 46th & 47th Sts.), 212-928-1950; 11:30, free.

    Off the Top of Our Heads "Whose Line Is It Anyway"-style show involves audience in good old-fashioned improv games; Gotham City Improv, 158 W. 23rd St., 2nd fl. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-367-8222; 7, $7.

    "Poole Party!" Ron Poole returns w/his hit comedy-variety show feat. stand-up, musical & improv-provoked laughs; Don't Tell Mama, 343 W. 46th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-757-0788; 8:30, $10 & 2 drink min.

    SUNDAY 6/29

    Cabaret

    Mary Sings Miller Mary Stout's show will feat. songs by composer Charles Miller, not jingles from the Miller beer ad campaigns; Sam's Restaurant & Cabaret, 263 W. 45th St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves), 212-719-5416; 6:30, $10 & $10 food/drink min.

    Comedy

    How Bazaar & Crux Four ensembles in two hour-long pieces (McKellog Report & Pembo are at 8:30) feat. improvised & sometimes audience-inspired scenes w/crazy characters in unusual situations; Gotham City Improv, 158 W. 23rd St., 2nd fl. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-367-8222; 7:30, $5.

    MONDAY 6/30

    Cabaret

    Monday Evening Burlesque Weekly production feat. "classic burlesque tassel-twirling fun" & local stars, this week BOB willl be there; Galapagos, 70 N. 6th St. (betw. Wythe & Kent Aves.), 718-782-5188; 9:30, 2 drink min.

    Comedy

    "Blue Mondays" Tony Woods hosts comedy from the best incl. Todd Lynn, Dean Edwards, Steve Byrne, Kyle Grooms, Dawnel Rawlings & Rondel Hartley; Boston Comedy Club, 82 W. 3rd St. (betw. Thompson & Sullivan Sts.), 212-477-1000; 9:45, $5 & 1 drink min.

    Don Slovin's Improv Jam He hopes you like jammin too. There's a cover but if you get there early (6:30) & join in the show its free! Whatta deal; the Brooklyn Lyceum, 227 4th Ave. (betw. Union & President Sts.), 718-857-4816; 8, $5.

    "The Morning Show with Bradford Scobie & Laura Sweeney" Chipper, morning-talk-show-host knock-offs bombard the late-night crowd w/parody, satire & guests; the Marquee, 356 Bowery (betw. Great Jones & E. 4th Sts.), 212-475-7621; 10, $5.

    TUESDAY 7/1

    Cabaret

    Automatic Vaudeville Weekly series hosted by Hilly & Gavin Souchet attracts comedy, music & performance artists; Ars Nova, 511 W. 54th St. (betw. 10th & 11th Aves.), 212-206-1515; 8, $5.

    Comedy

    "Big Daddy Addy's Variety Review" Eddie Brill hosts musical comedy show w/guest comics?plus maestros Adam Roth & the Jaded Six; Arlene Grocery, 95 Stanton St. (betw. Ludlow & Orchard Sts.), 212-358-1633; 10, $7.

    Dance

    "The Bridge" Theater & dance rendezvous, the perfomance investigates the intermingling of the two arts. "Feat. work of five diverse artists all creating within the dance-theater vien"; Williamsburg Art neXus, 205 N. 7th St. (betw. Driggs Ave. & Roebling St.), Bklyn, 718-599-7997; 8, $10.

    THEATER

    Performance times follow the paper's publishing schedule (Weds.-Tues.). We recommend calling theaters to verify. IN PREVIEWS

    Flesh and Blood "Adapted from the best-selling novel by Michael Cunningham"; New York Theatre Workshop, 79 E. 4th St. (betw. Bowery & 2nd Ave.), 212-239-6200; call for times, $60 [opens 7/16].

    RECENTLY OPENED

    Barbra's Wedding Actor Daniel Stern (Breaking Away, Diner, Home Alone, City Slickers) makes his playwriting debut w/comedy about the singer & her neighbor; Westside Theater, 407 W. 43rd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8., mats. Sat. at 2:30, Sun. at 3, $60.

    Boobs! The Musical "The world according to Ruth Wallis" w/songs from her old catalog & book by Steve Mackes & Michael Whaley; Producer's Club, 358 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-352-3101; Weds.-Fri. & Mon. at 8, Sat. at 7 & 10, Sun. at 7, mat. Sun. at 3, $50-$55.

    Calendar of Stone "Through her daily journal, a woman faces diverse moments allowing her intimate self to come to the surface"; La MaMa E.T.C., 74A E. 4th St. (betw. Bowery & 2nd Ave.), 212-475-7710; Thurs.-Sun. at 7:30, mat. Sun. at 2:30, $20 [through 6/29].

    Change of Seasons "Alliances change with the seasons as two charming men romance the same rich, beautiful woman"...directed by Marianna Loosemore (that was a tough adolescence); 13th Street Repertory, 50 W. 13th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 212-675-6677; Thurs.-Sun. at 7, $15, $10 st./s.c [through 7/13].

    Comedy of Errors Shakespeare in the Park(ing) Lot's 2003 season has started; Ludlow Ten, 85 Ludlow St. (Delancey St.) call for times, free [through 7/5].

    Dream a Little Dream Denny Doherty stars in musical about former bandmates John & Michelle Phillips & Cass Elliott; Village Theatre, 158 Bleecker St. (betw. Sullivan & Thompson Sts.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, mats. Sat. at 2:30 & Sun. at 3, $45-$100.

    The Duchess aka Wallis Simpson "Madonna's influence and power was drawn from the groundwork laid by Wallis Simpson"...so that explains it; Theatre 54, 244-250 W. 54th St. (B'way) see website for times & prices [through 6/29].

    Enchanted April E.M. Forster-esque tale of British on holiday in Italy; Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44tth St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. at 8, Tues. at 7, mats. Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $45-$80.

    The Exonerated Bob Balaban directs Jessica Blank & Erik Jensen's controversial drama based on interviews w/falsely imprisoned death row inmates found innocent & freed; 45 Bleecker St., 45 Bleecker St. (Lafayette St.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 5 & 9, Sun. at 3 & 7, $55 [through 8/31].

    Fairy Tales of the Absurd feat. Tales for Children, To Prepare a Hard Boiled Egg (Eugene Ionesco) & One Head Too Many (Edward Einhorn); Theater 80, 80 St. Mark's Pl. (1st Ave.), 212-868-4444; call for times, $20-$35 [through 6/29].

    Faith, Hope & Charity Three women escape Cuba & invoke the virgin for guidance when stranded at sea; Intar 53, 508 W. 53rd St. (10th Ave.), 212-695-6143; call for times, $25.

    First Light: A Festival of New Short Plays Craig Lucas' Your Call is Important, Paul Knox's Informed Consent & many more; Chashama, 125 W. 42nd St. (betw. 6th Ave. & B'way), 212-868-4444; call for times & prices [through 6/29].

    Frederick Douglass Man of letters/former slave's story on stage at church where he worshipped, married & spoke; Mother AME Zion, 140-146 W. 137th St. (Lenox Ave.), 212-307-7171; Weds., Fri. & Sat. 8, mats. Weds., Fri. & Sat. at 3, $35.

    From My Hometown "Three young men dream of singing at the Apollo, feat. over 30 classic R&B numbers"; Kirk Theater, 410 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-279-4200; call for times & prices.

    Getting Into Heaven Writer/actress Polly Draper ("Thirtysomething") in drama about "sex, drugs, rock 'n' roll & motherhood"; The Flea Theater, 41 White St. (betw. B'way & Church St.), 212-206-1515; Wed.-Sat. at 7, mat. Sat. at 3, $25 [through 8/2].

    Golda's Balcony Play about the only female prime minister of Israel; M.E.T., 55 Mercer St. (Broome St.), 212-239-6200; call for times [through 7/13].

    Hairspray Musical based on John Waters' film about plump girl's attempts to racially integrate teen dance show; Neil Simon Theater, 250 W. 52nd St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 212-307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $60-$100.

    Hank Williams: Lost Highway But what about Bocephus? Guess Broadway ain't ready for "O.D.'d in Denver"...; Little Shubert Theater, 422 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-239-6200; call for times & prices.

    Her Sonoma Story "is a trilogy of short plays tracing the experiences of six women whose lives converge in unexpected ways on a rainy day in Sonoma County, California"; Neighborhood Playhouse, 340 E. 54th St. (betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.), 212-330-7093; Wed.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $10 don. [through 6/29].

    I Am My Own Wife "Real-life German transvestite manages to survive both the Nazi onslaught and the following, repressive communist regime" in play by Doug Wright (Quills) & Moises Kaufman (The Laramie Project, Gross Indecency); Playwrights Horizons, 416 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-279-4200; Weds.-Sat. at 8, Sun. at 7:30, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $15-$50 [through 7/20].

    Icarus & Aria Kirk Wood Bromley & Aaron Beall (who directs) update Romeo & Juliet to the modern Southwest; Cheetah, 12 W. 21st St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves), 212-206-7770; tkts 212-581-6232; Sun. & Mon. at 7:30, mat. Sat. at 4, $20.

    In the Woods: A Tragic Love Story "An eternal twilight forest inhabited by the creatures of heartbreak is brought to life...by New York artists and musicians"; Dabora Gallery, 1080 Manhattan Ave. (betw. Eagle & Dupont Aves.), Greenpoint, 718-609-9629; Sat. at 9, $10 [through 6/28].

    John Brown: Trumpet of Freedom A "one-person drama"; St. Mark's Church, 131 E. 10th St. (2nd Ave.), 212-674-0910, RSVP 212-674-8194; Sun. at 5, Mon. at 8, $20 [through 6/30].

    Life X 3 Helen Hunt, John Tuturro & the phenomenal Brent Spiner (Lt. Cmdr. Data, Lore, Mark Twain, etc.) star in dinner party that serves "cruel observations and high comedy resulting in a hilarious and poignant examination of our most personal intimacies and private longings"; Circle in the Square Theater, 1633 B'way (50th St.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $80 [through 6/29].

    The Maid's Tragedy "Comedy of manners firmly set in a world of intrigue, sex, power, and high fashion" written in 1611 is performed for first time in front of NY audience...they think...but as it's so old, who the hell knows; HERE, 145 6th Ave. (betw. Spring & Dominick Sts.), 212-868-4444; call for times, $15, $12 st. [through 6/29].

    Mono "Interactive play" moves into new space; 320 W. 37th St.(betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-358-3447; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, $15, $10 st.

    Much Ado About Nothing "You'll be expected to do something when the actors move every 5-7 minutes, and about 50 feet, to get to the next scene"; Shakespeare on the Run, 97th St. (Central P. W.), 212-252-4531; Thurs.-Sun. at 7, free [through 6/29].

    My Three Angels 50s-era play that inspired Bogart film We're No Angels gets B'way revival; Sargent Theatre, 314 W. 54th St. (8th Ave.), 212-592-0330; call for times, $15 [through 6/29].

    Our Lady of 121st Street New play by Stephen Adly Guirgis (directed by heartthrob Philip Seymour Hoffman) decamps for off-Broadway; Union Sq. Theater, 100 E. 17th St. (Park Ave. S.), 212-505-0700; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $30-$65.

    The Persians Ellen McLaughlin's "new version" of oldest surviving play in Western literature; Pace Downtown Theater, 3 Spruce St. (betw. Park Row & Gold St.), 212-346-1715; call for times, $12-$45 [through 6/29].

    The Play What I Wrote Directed by Kenneth Branagh & starring surprise celebrity guests; Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, call for prices.

    Rock Stars NYC "The newest off-Broadway, live, rock 'n' roll-theater experience" w/music from Copper Pot, Jana Peri, Zeta Bane & Electric Magic Side Show; Polly Esthers, 186 W. 4th St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 212-249-7373; call for times & prices.

    Romeo and Juliet Well...sort of?modernization commences after the climax, narrated by Friar Laurence; Center Stage, 48 W. 21st St., 4th fl. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves), 718-274-7966; Wed.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 2, $15 [through 6/29].

    The Rover Not a musical based on Physical Graffiti, but a bawdy Aphra Behn tale nonetheless; St. Francis College, 182 Remsen St. (Court St.), Bklyn, 212-868-4444; call for times & prices [through 6/29].

    Savannah Bay Play by Marguerite Duras, translated by Barbara Bray; East 13th Street Theater, 136 E. 13th St. (betw. 3rd & 4th Aves.), 212-677-4210; Wed.-Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $35-$50 [through 6/29].

    7 Blowjobs Blackmail at a conservative, Republican senator's office exposes more than the naked pictures that got them into this mess; Trilogy Theater, 341 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-316-0400, tkts 212-868-4444; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $15 [through 7/13].

    600 Days of Pain No, they're not referring to Talk's tenure..."hero wanders through a day of unemployed Hell [nice Victorian touch], tormented by oblivious friends, overbearing parents, malevolent recruiters and satanic interviewers?a new play for the new economy"; Ground Floor Playhouse, 312 W. 11th St. (betw. 8th Ave. & Greenwich St.), 718-789-6327; Fri. & Sat. at 8, $10-$12 [through 6/28].

    Spring 2003 Writer/Director's Forum "This year's festival features the work of eight emerging female directors tackling both new and classcal work"; Looking Glass Theater, 422 W. 57th St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 212-307-9467; Thurs.-Sat. at 8, Sun. at 5, $12 [through 6/29].

    St. Crispin's Day The battle of Agincourt from perspective of the soliders of Shakespeare's Henry V; St. John's Church in the Village, 224 Waverly Pl. (betw. 6th Ave. & Christopher St.), 212-490-6274; call for times, $15-$37.50 [through 7/20].