Tues, June 29: Women's/Trans' Poetry Jam and Open Mic @ Bluestockings

Women’s / Trans’ Poetry Jam & Open Mike
Featuring Marty McConnell & Deirdre Sinnott

With poems concerned with martyrdom-fidelity and celebrity-spiritual ecstasy, Marty McConnell collides grit and glitter into a force for inspired survival. Deirdre Sinnott writes of truths that disturb, of circumstances that humble, of survival in her off-kilter life. In its 10th year, the jam is hosted by Vittoria Repetto. Deliver (up to) 8 minutes of your poetry, prose, songs and spoken word."

Tuesday, June 29th @ 7PM - $5 Suggested

Info: Bluestockings

Monday, June 21: Homo Harlem: A Film Retrospective @ The Museum of the City of New York

Monday, June 21st @ 6:30 PM
The Museum of the City of New York
1220 Fifth Avenue / 104th Street

"The Museum celebrates Pride Week 2010 with the opening night of Maysles Cinema's second annual Homo Harlem film series. This week-long event investigates the cinematic representation of gay life and culture in black America's fabled homeland. Co-sponsored by State Senator Bill Perkins, Men of All Colors Together, and Queer Black Cinema, the series is curated by Michael Henry Adams. For a series schedule visit Cinema@mayslesinstitute.org. $ Reservations required. For more information please call (917) 492-3395."

Info: East Harlem Preservation

Reminder! Free June Summer Shows

*Just a reminder for upcoming City Parks sponsored shows! *

SummerStage Music: Big Daddy Kane with DJ Jon Quick
When: Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at 7:00PM
Where: Herbert Von King Park, Brooklyn
Big Daddy Kane’s baritone voice and rapid-fire rap style has secured him a place as one of hip hop’s most influential, successful and lasting MCs.

SummerStage Theater: The Etymology Of Bird by Zakiyyah Alexander, Directed by Jade King-Carroll
When: Friday-Saturday, June 18-19, 2010 at 8:00PM
Where: Betsy Head Memorial Playground, Brooklyn
The Etymology of Bird delves into the Brooklyn, NY and explores questions on race relations, criminal justice, family life, love, fear, stereotypes, and hard choices seen through the eyes of various people.

SummerStage Music: NYC Pride Rally featuring Me’Shell Ndegéocello , Martha Wash, The New York Gay Men’s Chorus, Vickie Shaw, Billie Myers, Bruce Vilanch and more
When: Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 4:00PMWhere: Central Park/MainstageStrength, virtuosity and joyous revelry reflect the diversity of the LGBT community and the lineup of this incredible evening’s entertainment.

SummerStage Music: Fecircte De La Musique / Make Music NY Celebration: Salif Keita, Tabou Combo, Lo’Jo
When: Sunday, June 20, 2010 at 3:00PM
Where: Central Park/Mainstage
Iconic innovators from Mali and Haiti set the standards for global celebratory music, and are joined by the next generation of international visionaries.

Info: NYC What's Poppin'?: Summer Shows

June 12 Coming Out Opening Festivities and Film @ Casa Frela Gallery

COMING OUT: A Historical Retrospective of New York’s Trailblazing LGBTQ Institutions

Coming Out Opening Festivities
Saturday, June 12, 2010
3pm - 9pm (Film at 4pm)

"To celebrate Gay Pride 2010, Casa Frela Gallery, in conjunction with Crucial Arts Productions, Inc., presents the groundbreaking exhibition COMING OUT: A Historical Retrospective of New York’s Trailblazing LGBTQ Institutions. This exhibit will celebrate, honor, and support the talent and diversity of our LGBTQ family through art.

Coming Out commemorates the vital role played by LGBTQ people throughout the history of Harlem, from the 1920s to the present day. Since June 2005 Casa Frela has opened its doors to LGBT artists primarily living in Harlem. This historic event for the first time brings to Harlem, in one location, several LGBTQ institutions that have been fundamental in fostering tolerance as well as a diverse future.

ABOUT THE FILM
James Baldwin (1924-1987) was at once a major twentieth century American author, a Civil Rights activist and, for two crucial decades, a prophetic voice calling Americans, Black and white, to confront their shared racial tragedy. "James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket" captures on film the passionate intellect and courageous writing of a man who was born black, impoverished, gay and gifted. For more info on the film, visit: http://newsreel.org/nav/title.asp?tc=CN0049

Info: Casa Frela Gallery

May 7 - 22: The Riverside Theatre Presents: Through the Night

"CULTURAL ANIMATORS SERIES 2010:

The Riverside Theatre, Voza Rivers/New Heritage Theatre Group and Walk Tall Girl Productions present the New York Premiere of "Through The Night"

Journeys of friendship, family and faith
A solo performance

Written and performed by Daniel Beaty
Directed by Charles Randolph-Wright

Six African-American males, age 10 to 60, discover the power of possibility through one extraordinary event. With commanding skill, compassion and humor, Obie Award-winner Daniel Beaty ('Emergence-SEE') gives voice to this community of men, those who love them, and what it means to be black and male in America.

Join us for post-performance community dialogues with distinguished guests:

Opening Night	May 7	Dr. William "Bill" Cosby
Artists as Activists	May 8 Matinee	Sonia Sanchez Ruby Dee
Fatherhood	May 8 Evening	Malik Yoba
Religion	May 9	Guest TBA
Education	May 14	David Banks & Osei Owusu-Afriyie President & Principal, The Eagle Academy for Young Men
Youth	May 15 Matinee	Rev. Alfonso Wyatt Chair 21st Century Fdn
Relationship	May 15 Evening	Hill Harper w/ book signing
Youth Violence	May 16	Jackie Rowe Adams
Health	May 21	John M. Palmer, Ph.D. Harlem Hospital
Gay & Lesbian Issues	May 22 Matinee	Pastor Joseph W. Tolton Rehoboth Temple
Business/ Entrepreneur	May 22 Evening	DeMarco M. Morgan NBC Anchor Voza Rivers Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Black Equity Alliance Black Agency Executives
Social Justice/Incarceration	May 23	Guest TBA

Previews: May 4, 5, 6 - 7pm
Opens May 7 - 23
Gen. Adm. $20
Seniors/Students $15
Groups of 10 or more $15

Tickets and Info: The Riverside Theatre

Saturday, April 24th: Book reading: Kicked Out @ Bluestockings

"Saturday, April 24th @ 7PM - Free

Reading: Sassafras Lowrey “Kicked Out”
Nearly one-half of homeless youth in the United States identify as LGBTQ. Join editor Sassafras Lowrey and contributors for the release and a discussion of “Kicked Out,” a new anthology by homeless queer youth in which they poignantly tell their stories of abuse, survival, sanctuary, and the power of reconstituted family."

Info: Bluestockings

Tuesday, April 13: "Bullhorns, Humans" performance

Tuesday, April 13th @ 7PM - $5 Suggested

Performance: Aerosol Love Letter Campaign “Bullhorns, Humans”
Whether they’re comparing marital discrimination to the oppressive Galactic Empire, or dancing like robots to critique racial stereotypes, the spoken-word collective Aerosol Love Letter Campaign connects truth telling with community building. Please join them for a performance and writing workshop.


Info: Bluestockings

Wednesday, April 7: "Get Opinionated" Book Reading

Wednesday, April 7th @ 7PM - Free

Reading: Amanda Marcotte “Get Opinionated!”
In “Get Opinionated!: A Progressive’s Guide to Finding Your Voice,” Amanda Marcotte advocates that young people can effectively involve themselves in promoting social change, and she tackles topics such as LGBTQ rights, reproductive freedom, and the war on drugs - with humor and smarts. Join her for a reading and receive a nudge for getting your confident self involved in politics. Marcotte is the author of “It’s a Jungle Out There” and is a contributing writer at pandagon.net.

Info: Bluestockings