The Sketchy Orkestra is the brainchild of internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Misha Piatigorsky. The show is a thrilling tête-à-tête between his trio and his signature string ensemble – six violins, two violas, and two cellos. In this unconventional approach, Piatigorsky is fusing orchestral writing and provocative urban beats to create a unique soundscape for […]
Plaza Swing Series: Matt Munisteri and his Syncopatin’ Detonators Munisteri leads his band through the swinging music of the 1920s-1940s. Munisteri is a virtuosic guitarist whose new album, Still Runnin’ Around in the Wilderness, contains the lost music of Willard Robinson. Dance lessons are at 6:30, the band starts at 7 pm. In case of […]
Taylor Mac: 1836-1956| 1st 12-hour marathon| Along with Music Director Matt Ray, Co-director Niegel Smith, and Costume Designer Machine Dazzle, internationally award-winning artist Taylor Mac brings to Powerhouse this wildly ambitious, multi-year project, which charts the history of popular music in America from the nation’s founding to the present day. Part concert, part ritual, all […]
CHOP AND QUENCH, “The Fela! Band," is comprised of members of the cast and band of FELA! the musical. Individually, the musicians are some of the finest in New York, having performed with The Roots, India Arie, Elvis Costello, and many others. Lead singer Sahr Ngaujah was nominated for a TONY Award for his performance in the Broadway show […]
CHOP AND QUENCH, “The Fela! Band," is comprised of members of the cast and band of FELA! the musical. Individually, the musicians are some of the finest in New York, having performed with The Roots, India Arie, Elvis Costello, and many others. Lead singer Sahr Ngaujah was nominated for a TONY Award for his performance in the Broadway show […]
Heathens live at The Heath, 11pm. Come to The Heath for an unforgettable night filled with delicious cocktails and the electrifying soulful rock of Heathens. Your RSVP guarantees admission. Libations will be available for purchase throughout the night. Guests who purchase a reserved seat for Heathens will be treated to a complimentary cocktail upon arrival. […]
Heathens live at The Heath, 11pm. Come to The Heath for an unforgettable night filled with delicious cocktails and the electrifying soulful rock of Heathens. Your RSVP guarantees admission. Libations will be available for purchase throughout the night. Guests who purchase a reserved seat for Heathens will be treated to a complimentary cocktail upon arrival. […]
“a staggering magnum opus” – The New York Times “Mac’s musical survey … is offered in the spirit Whitman had in mind when he said that he heard America singing.” –The New Yorker Taylor Mac’s glittering performance art concerts chart a (highly) subjective history of popular music and activism in America from the nation’s founding in 1776 to […]
Keller’s Grateful Grass delivers anything-but-traditional bluegrass versions of Grateful Dead favorites. Grateful Grass often times has a rotating lineup and so far, has included collaborations with The Keels, Keith Moseley (SCI), Jeff Austin (Yonder Mountain String Band), Michael Kang (SCI), Reed Mathis (Tea Leaf Green, Mark Benevento Trio) Bill Nershi (SCI), Allie Kral, Vince Herman […]
“a staggering magnum opus” – The New York Times “Mac’s musical survey … is offered in the spirit Whitman had in mind when he said that he heard America singing.” –The New Yorker Taylor Mac’s glittering performance art concerts chart a (highly) subjective history of popular music and activism in America from the nation’s founding in 1776 to […]