http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Key NYC Events SMS What's Up is smart text for the wired set. SMS Text Messages NYC Events, New York City Pick events. The right message, at the right time, for the right reason. en-us 2008-07-11T00:15:25-05:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_art_events.php In-Conversation Witness a great discussion between freelance curator and writer Susan Bright and UK photographer Elaine Guigenan, focused on the exhibition, “Intimate Archaeology.” Among a number of other impressive credentials, Bright was the Assistant Curator of Photographs at the National Portrait Gallery, Curator of the Association of Photographers, and Acting Director for the MA Photography at Sotheby's Institute, before moving to New York. Don't miss this rare opportunity. @ Klompching Gallery – 111 Front Street Brooklyn (map) Time: 7:00 pm Friday, June 11th... 13714@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Art Events 2008-07-11T00:15:25-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php Discussing Hip-Hope, Radio, and More Marcus Reeves, who in his most recent book Somebody Scream!: Rap Music's Rise to Prominence in the Aftershock of Black Power, looks at hip hop music and its politics will be holding a discussion with Alec Foege, the author of Right of the Dial: The Rise of Clear Channel and the Fall of Commercial Radio, which discusses the evolution of ClearChannel. When: 7:00pm Wednesday, July 2 Where: McNally Robinson - 52 Prince St.... 13666@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2008-07-02T00:10:05-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_book_events.php Mark Crispin Miller’s is Back with an Excellent Guest Tonight, come hear author Mark Crispin Miller host a great discussion featuring Jeff Sharlet, a contributing editor for Rolling Stone and Harper’s as well as a research scholar at NYU’s Center for Religion and Media, who will be talking about his new book, The Family: The Secret Fundamentalism at the Heart of American Power, which addresses the story of Christian fundamentalism’s most elite organization. When: 7:00 pm Tuesday, July 1 Location: McNally Robinson Bookstore – 52 Prince St. (between Lafayette & Mulberry)... 13662@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Book Events 2008-07-01T00:36:21-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_book_events.php Bomb Magazine presents: Victoria Redel and Honor Moore Come watch an amazing discussion between Honor Moore (The Bishop’s Daughter) and Victoria Redel (The Border of Truth), focused on the topics of fathers and daughters, and fiction and memory, followed by Q&A with the authors and a book signing. Book donations will be accepted. Time: 7:00 pm Monday, June 30 Location: Housing Works – 126 Crosby Street between Broadway and Houston... 13657@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Book Events 2008-06-30T00:48:11-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_film_movies_tv.php Tatsuya Nakadai Tatsuya Nakadai is a legendary leading man in a number of epic Japanese films, including Yojimbo and The Human Condition. Last year, he received the title of bunka korosha from the Japanese government at the age of 76, for his excellent contribution to national culture. Tonight, he will appear to hold a discussion with Michael Jeck, a Japanese films specialist. Don’t miss out… Where: Film Forum - 209 W Houston St When:8:20 pm Tuesday, June 24 A limited number of tickets available at the door…... 13630@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Film + Movies + TV 2008-06-24T00:13:12-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php Made in China - How to Stop Chinese Arms Sales to Darfur: A panel discussion in partnership with Human Rights First James Cohan Gallery partners with Human Rights First to present a panel discussion for the Made in China campaign. This event is free and open to the public, with a cocktail reception and viewing of the current exhibition will begin at 6:45pm, followed by the discussion at 7:00pm. When: Thursday, June 19 Location: James Cohan Gallery - 533 West 26th Street... 13610@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2008-06-19T00:47:27-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_today.php Rooftop Films Panorama This week the Rooftop Film Series hosts Making the Mission, a short-films festival accompanied live by country goths O'Death; Captured, a doc following LES activist and documentarian Clayton Patterson, with live music from A.R.E. Weapons; and Industriance, a short-film fest and panel discussion about communities in transition. When: Thursday June 12 (8pm)... 13573@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Today 2008-06-12T03:27:55-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php Yoko Ono is a ground-breaking and award-winning musician, artist, filmmaker and peace activist. Her most recent work includes the albums, Yes, I'm a Witch and Open Your Box. One of the boldest creative thinkers and cultural icons of our time, she discusses her extraordinary life journey with Anthony DeCurtis, who is a contributing editor at Rolling Stone and the author of In Other Words: Artists Talk About Life and Work. Here's ticket info for this intriguing discussion. 92nd Street Y Kaufmann Concert Hall Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street 8:00pm - $35... 10939@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2007-06-18T00:59:58-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php Aspiring fashion journalists should stop by tonight's media discussion panel featuring Kara Jesella, editor of the New York Times "Styles" section. RSVP at http://tinyurl.com/3bghkp. The Newspaper Guild's NYC Headquarters 1501 Broadway near 43rd St, 7:00pm - 9:00pm... 10904@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2007-06-13T00:59:56-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php Regardless if he was your least favorite of Carrie Bradshaw's boyfriends or not, Mikhail Baryshnikov is a modern day artistic genius innovating fields of dance and stage performance. Tonight, he and illustrator Vladimir Radunsky discuss their current artistic projects and recent collaboration on a new children's book called Because... Born in the Soviet Union in 1948, Baryshnikov began his ballet training in 1960 and made his debut with the American Ballet Theatre in 1974. Vladimir Radunsky is the illustrator of many children's books, including Manneken Pis: A Simple Story of Boy Who Peed on a War, which he also wrote, Bling Blang, My Dolly, Howdi Do, and What Does Peace Feel Like. Book signing will follow the program. Copies of Because... will be available for purchase at a discount or bring your own. $25 - 8:00pm Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Kaufmann Concert Hall Tickets available by phone at 212.415.5500 Or online through 92nd Street Y... 10911@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2007-06-13T00:59:52-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php NAKED ON THE INTERNET A PANEL DISCUSSION MODERATED BY AUDACIA RAY Museum of Sex Monday June 11 7:00 - 9:00 Naked on the Internet: Hookups, Downloads and Cashing in on Internet Sexploration A Panel Discussion Moderated by Audacia Ray Monday, June 11, 2007 7:00- 9:00pm Audacia Ray, author of Naked On the Internet: Hookups, Downloads, and Cashing In on Internet Sexploration, moderates a discussion about female sexuality and the Internet Tickets $10 ($8 for students/seniors/members) Seating is limited. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Tickets can by purchased at the museum front desk or by calling 212.689.6337 x115.... 10892@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2007-06-11T00:59:52-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_contest.php Straight out of LA with a splash of retro psychedelia, Pop Levi is headlining an intimate show this Saturday night at the Canal Room with the support of beatboxer Reggie Watts and Bjork collaborators ReacTable. You may have recently heard the song "Sugar, Assault Me Now" as the soundtrack to an Ari Gold freakout on Entourage a few episodes back - and with any luck, you've already added the infectious single to your summer hits playlist (and if you haven't - get on that!) The show is taking place as the Performers of Tomorrow segment in a new landmark event taking place. The First Annual Creators Series highlights tomorrow’s ideas and cultural trends, exploring the worlds of film, media, design, illustration, fashion, advertising, and technology, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary creativity. Curated and produced by Tomorrow Unlimited, The Creators Series has been designed as the premier outlet for the convergence of international creative talent, and as a platform to support optimism and idealism in arts and culture. No matter your moxie, The Creators Series has an event for you. Be it music, fashion, the environment, visual art, or new media, this weekend showcase features those cresting the wave of the future. Tickets are required for many events and you can purchase them via the series website. All access passes are still available - such a good bet! Tonight The Creators Series kicks off with a Sneak Preview Themed Talk at the Apple Store in SoHo at 7:00pm. Here's... 10827@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Contest 2007-06-06T00:58:58-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php Harvey Fierstein, Christian Hoff, Michael Berresse and Tonya Pinkins: The Life of an Actor Moderated by WNYC's Leonard Lopate As part of the 125th anniversary celebration of The Actors Fund, an organization that serves performing arts and entertainment professionals, this panel explores the realities of life in the entertainment industry. The panelists are Harvey Fierstein, an Emmy nominee and four-time Tony Award winner; Christian Hoff, a 2006 Tony winner for Jersey Boys; Michael Berresse, who currently stars as Zach in A Chorus Line; and Tony Award-winning actress Tonya Pinkins, who played Carolina in the Broadway musical Carolina, Or Change. As it stands, the event is so far sold out! But check the event website for updates or stop by the event itself for a chance at snagging a spot.... 10805@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2007-06-04T00:47:12-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php Authors and social critics gather to honor the legacy of the late Kurt Vonnegut. A panel consisting of Amy Goodman, host of Democracy Now!; Howard Zinn, historian and longtime friend; Donald Farber, author and literary agent; and Fred Edwords, AHA, Director of Communications will share their opinons and anecdotes in memory of Vonnegut's Humanism. 7:30 PM - doors open at 7:00 Member seating 6:45 through west door New York Society for Ethical Culture Concert Hall 2 West 64th Street at Central Park West 212-874-5210 NYSEC Directions and Contact Information... 10759@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2007-05-31T00:10:32-05:00 http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/archives/cat_panel_discussion.php IS NEW YORK DINING REALLY BETTER THAN EVER? GAEL GREENE, ARTHUR SCHWARTZ, and JACQUES PÉPIN Dish on the Best (and Worst) of New York Restaurants MIKE COLAMECO, Moderator This remarkable collection of chefs, critics, and culinary educators will be dishing on hot topics in the food business, including expensive restaurant start-up costs, absentee chefs, and why lamb chops can cost up to a whopping $44 a plate. Book signing will follow the program. Copies of New York City Food, Chez Jacques, and Insatiable will be available for purchase at a discount or bring your own. Tuesday, May 29, 2007 8:00pm - $25 92nd Street Y Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street, Kauffman Concert Hall Tickets available from above link... 10733@http://whatsupnyc.com/blog/ Panel Discussion 2007-05-29T00:49:04-05:00