Entertainment Limbo: Too Many Eggs; Too Few Baskets.

Wow,
So there is a great Jam session ready to go.
Drums, Amps, Speakers, PA equipment and the like just ready to be tapped with a "tap" on the shoulder. This is something that was wildly successful @ Geronimo's in Teaneck for years. I guess I have to remember that this is no Teaneck; I am in Hudson County, where there is mad competition for peoples attention. You can throw a rock and hit an event out here. that is not to say that the market is saturated.

I believe the market here still has room for musical growth. This was the same area that a JC council memebr wanted to make the "Live Music Section" of Jersey City. The little space by Grove street and a little west from the old 111 Arts Building.

I have mad events going on in October, and I am still in limbo with alot of them. this si the downside of putting all my creative eggs in one basket.

I have tons of eggs. I just need more baskets. I will make sure I only put one or two eggs in each basket.

RR

Original Good: Stone Pony (8/30) Joshuas in Woodstock (8/31)

Original Good is a collaboration between Roland Ramos, Jay Crystall, & James Mongan.

Jay Crystall and I will be performing for Drums for Disabilities benefit, organized by Amber Blues.
We go on kinda early, but it will be a great time for those who will be there. I am excited for this gig. I have never played the Stone Pony, and for all the mystique surrounding the venue, I am really looking forward to contributing to the folklore. EVERYONE, TO THE BAR!

All three of us will be performing 6:00pm @ Joshua's on Sunday, 8/31. 51 Tinker St in Woodstock, NY. It promises to be a great way to get the weekend into full gear. they have awesome Tapas kinds of foods, drizzled with olive oil, and set in the most picturesque setting.

I am looking forward to a weekend of Just music. Life is tough, and it takes a toll on you. It re-emphasizes the importance of downtime. When you are in the middle of a song, the song is in the middle of you.

Maladjusted. Misappropriated Open s Sunday @ 6:30pm

A tire iron. A cracked safe.
Couldn't you murder a cup of tea right about now?

A new play by Derek O'Connor

PERFORMANCE DATES
Sunday, August 10th @ 6:30pm
Thursday, August 14th @ 5:30pm
Tuesday, August 19th @ 3pm
Thursday, August 21st @ 9:30pm
Saturday, August 23rd @ 9:15pm
Running time: 70 minutes

STARRING
Laurence Lowry* and Anna Nugent*

DIRECTED BY Jack Halpin
STAGE MANAGER Judy Nunez

TICKETS $15
Call 212.279.4488 or CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE


LOCATION
The Schaeberle Studio Theater
41 Park Row, New York, NY 10038.
0A

Nearest Subways: 2/3, 4/5/6; A/C; N/R, J/Z.
Parking: Outdoor Hospital Parking Lot (Entrance on Beekman Street at William Street)
From NJ: Walking distance from the WTC PATH station

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*Appearing Courtesy of Actors' Equity Association

ABOUT THE SHOW
Ireland. Present day. A security guard bound to a chair; a primary school teacher held for interrogation. Two seemingly rational individuals face extreme circumstances and crumble under the pressure. Featuring tour-de-force performances by international actors, Laurence Lowry* and Anna Nugent*.

Maladjusted. Misappropriated. is a dark and witty dual portrait by Derek O'Connor, acclaimed Irish author and Editor of Irish pop culture blog, The Chancer (www.thechancer.ie) and former Editor of Blogorrah. O'Connor also serves as Director of the Darklight Film Festival, Ireland's premier festival for filmmakers, animators and artists whose work explores the convergence of art, film and technology.


For show updates, please visit www.arthouseproductions.org or call (201) 915-9911

***SUMMER MUSIC PARTY THIS FRIDAY***

LOCATION
Shades of Hoboken

720 Monroe St., Hoboken, NJ
(between 7th/8th Streets)
Free Parking! Air Conditioning!
Steps from the 9th St. Light Rail!

MAP

LINEUP

DJ mEgan &
George "Soul" Fernandez

SOME WOMAN

Original Performance Monologue

CLUELESS
Folk Rock, 8:00-8:30pm

DUB PROOF
Dub Reggae, 9:00-10:00pm

LLOYD UNITED
Ukulele Pub Rock
10:30-10:45pm

WELLBABY
Experimental Pop and Shenanigans, 10:45-11:30pm

RAFFLE PRIZES TO INCLUE

Pair of tickets to our new play, MALADJUSTED. MISAPPROPRIATED.

Gift certificates

Pair of tickets to Art House Productions' 2009 SNOW BALL

GOLD PASS to all Art House Productions' events for ONE YEAR!!

WFMU underground rock gift set

Books and writing sets

Tshirts and more!

PLUS Irish drink specials!

Thank you for supporting your local arts organization and our efforts to bring fresh, exciting theater to viewers like you!

Big thanks to the MONROE CENTER and to ROLAND RAMOS for making this event possible! More big thanks to the BANDS, DJs and PERFORMERS for donating their time and talents to the cause!

BREAK TIME

Wow!
My recent experience as the organizer/curator for POLITrix has left me very disillusioned.
In other words, I was disappointed at finding out the reality of this week-long Art show did not match my ideals.

It was hard work dealing with all the real-time problems that seemed to come out of no-where. The "Red Tape Monologues" were canceled the day before they were slated to start due to unforeseen issues. How embarrassing. I have never had to cancel a show before, and I loathe the idea that I had to do it at all.

I love working with artist's. Like anything, its not always smooth sailing. I beleive in protecting the integrity of the artists vision 100%. There have been some experiences recently that have left me gasping for air.

Some important lessons: 1) I can not do this by myself. 2) Humility can be viewed as something to be exploited. 3) Nothing in this world is truly free. 4) There are always forces working against you. 5) Honesty is not always reciprocated. 6) Extricate yourself: Never be a pawn in other peoples games, let them fight it out while you watch. 7) Don't say nothing to nobody about your business. 8) Press releases never work if they are distributed the day before. 9) Nobody cares when you do well, they only care when you screw up. 10) If you make it look easy, people will take you, and what you do, for granted. 11) "Sorry I missed your last show, I'll def come to the next one" means "you have to call me 3 times and write a personalized email for me to come" 12) Judy is an amazing and resourceful person who very much saved my ass, and hung an amazing show with me.

I am taking a break from organizing any art events until after the "Hoboken Artist Studio Tour" is complete. The next show I curate has to excite me. There is no point in doing anything for any other reason.

Friday July 25th: "The Red Tape Monologues"

One incredible night of performance where theater and political conscienceness collide. ONE NIGHT ONLY!! DON'T MISS IT! Details below

"The Red Tape Monologues"
Who: Franceso Paladino, Kris Van Nest, & Some Woman
What: A Collection of Monologues using politics and political issues as their backdrop.
Where: The Monroe Center for the Arts
720 Monroe St, Gallery E200
Hoboken, NJ 07030
Free Parking & Steps from the 9th Street Light Rail Station.
When: Friday, July 25th 2008. 7:00pm - 8:00pm
How: Tickets are $5 and can be purchased At the door, or at the top of this screen.

POLITrix: Art to Reflect the Current Political Climate

Hey everyone,

The POLITrix Group Art show is coming together Nicely.

Below you will find a copy of the official press release.

Artists’ Message:

LOUD AND CLEAR in the Year of Election

POLITrix Provides a Political Barometer in 2008

Saturday July 19, 2008 will be the opening night for POLITrix, a week-long, group art show taking place at the Monroe Center for the Arts in Hoboken, NJ. Choosing to converge on Hoboken, 28 artists from Hudson County and beyond have contributed work expressing their views of the current political landscape. This exciting group exhibit will continue through Saturday, July 26th.

Opening festivities are free and will take place in Gallery E200 at 6:00pm. Opening night guests include DJ SAKA, & The Dub-Poet: Infinity. Festivities will continue in Shades Lounge with live entertainment starting @ 10:30pm.

Additional events taking place during the week long exhibition at the Monroe Center include:

· Tuesday July 22, 2008: Shades Lounge & Bar will host the Rachel Phillips Dixie Land Jazz Band @ 7:30pm – 8:30pm. Admission is $5. Come enjoy drinks and dancing in a lavish setting

· Friday July 25, 2008: A collection of politically-oriented theater pieces named “The Red Tape Monologues” will be performed in Gallery E200 of the Monroe Center. Doors will open @ 7:00pm and the performance will begin @ 7:30pm, with open gallery hours to follow. Admission is $5

“It’s a charged political climate” says Roland Ramos, head curator of the POLITrix exhibition. “There are so many strong feelings related to this waning administration. In many ways, artists express the sentiments of the world.” Amy Bauer, co-curator for POLITrix says, “We are also providing a valuable outlet for artists”.

POLITrix is a week long art exhibition showcasing the works of a myriad of contemporary artists.

It is important to note that POLITrix will not focus on local politics, but should instead be viewed as a political barometer in this year of election.

The Monroe Center for the Arts is located at 720 Monroe St, Hoboken, NJ 07030.

For directions visit www.Monroecenter.com.