Featuring more than 30 events by NYC artists in Film, Performance, Dance, Music, pop-up Exhibitions
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The Clemente in an official Venue Partner of the City Arts Corps Program
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DATE TITLE ARTIST HOUR VENUE
10/1 to 10/30 Life Line Laura Nova and Karina Aguilera Skvirsky. 11-5pm The Clemente
10/1 and 10/2. Veil of Time Ryan Schroder. 5pm Studio 309
10/2. I Tried to write a Love Letter with My Body Priyanka Das 1-5pm Kabayitos
10/2 Jaguars in Jumpsuits Celestina Billington 1-5pm Kabayitos
10/7 Las Islas Interiores Pedro Wainer 5-9pm. The Clemente
10/7 - 11/5. Ghost Stories Are All Love Stories Banyi Huang 5-9pm. LES Gallery
10/14 Cotidianos Camila Santos 6-10pm Kabayitos
10/15 Diplomacy: The Art of Listening Before You Speak Oscar Sanders 8-10pm Kabayitos
10/ 15 -16-22-23 Poetic Reader by Natalia de Campos 1-4pm The Clemente
10/16 Collage & Color: a Workshop with Dea Segatto Andrea Segatto 2pm Studio 406
10/16 - 10/22. We Fix It Thiago Szmrecsányi 1-5pm The Clemente
10/17 Move My Blood Jennifer Rose 7pm Flamboyan
10/20 American Connections Igor Begelman 6:30pm Kabayitos
10/20 Conjunto Guantanamo Ulises Beato 8pm Flamboyan
10/21 Sound Ecosystems Jhoely Garay 7:30pm Flamboyan
10/21 Butterfly Strokes Michael Freeman 7pm Studio 309
10/22 Coriolanus Kelly McCready 7pm Flamboyan
10/23. A Tribute to the Feminine Spirit by F.E.L.T. 7-9pm Kabayitos
10/23 Mal stein presents by Mal Stein 4-6pm The Clemente
10/23 - 10/24 The Unity of Togetherness ZebunNesa Kamal 6pm Studio 309
10/24 - 10/25 Hope You Feel Better Jacynda Ward 2pm Kabayitos
10/24 Fluorescence Art Festival Rose blud and more 5pm Flamboyan
10/26 A Connected Place Youlim Nam 8pm Kabayitos
10/27 Adrianna Mateo Concert Adrianna Mateo. 7:30pm Flamboyan
10/28 DanzaNova Giacomo LaVita 7:30pm Flamboyan
10/28 FinTech for the Precariat Ricardo Miranda 7pm Studio 309
10/30 Jared Engel’s New Angles Jared Engel 1pm Flamboyan
10/30 From Story to Song Jay Miners `7pm Flamboyan
10/30 Keepsake House Alex Wong & more. 7-9pm The Clemente
10/31 Bone And Air Tansy Xiao 2-4pm Kabayitos
10/31 Ariadne Ryan Pratt 2pm kabayitos
A Child’s Rhyme Stuck in My Head
October 1 - 4 6:00pm
Paintings by Ryan Schroeder, dealing with themes of chaos, loss and mental health.
I tried to write a Love Letter with My Body - a film By Priyanka Das
October 2 1:30pm
Social Collapse, Cultural Syntax
ART PARTY l FILM PREMIERE
October 2 1:30pm
Is a multi-city live event hosted by the artist Celestina Cardona Billington with the option of tuning in via zoom
For the purposes of showcasing courageous new experimental works from the pandemic era, including the short film “Jaguars in Jumpsuits: the Beginning.”
Collaborating cities & their venues include:
New York City’s Clemente Center’s Kabayitos theater- 107 Suffolk st 10002
Houston’s TXRX labs gallery- 6501 Navigation Blvd 77011
*HTX sweet treat special appearance: Happy Sno Lucky*
Cape Cod’s nonprofit Inspiration is Everywhere office- 24 Springs Bars Rd Unit 1A 02540
1:30-4:00 pm
Houston is an hour behind due to time zone differences, 12:30-3:30.
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Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/79934679078...
Meeting ID: 799 3467 9078
Passcode: Q2YUFt
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Covid 19 protocol: there will be a vaccine check of attendees at Clemente, masks required at TXRX.
Event supported by NY City Artist Corps, participating venues, participating artists and co-producers Anastaci Pacella, Meredith Tucker and Houston Hot Poets.
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Donations accepted via Venmo @Celestina-Billington. Sliding scale suggested $5-15.
Las Islas Interiores
October 7 5:00pm
By Pedro Wainer
Pedro Wainer, born in Mexico City to Argentine parents, focuses his individual practice within cinema and photography from an object-oriented perspective, putting at the forefront the materiality of select apparatuses and technologies. He transforms outdated instruments into new devices that generate images that extend beyond the machine’s designated purpose. He is interested in analog processes not only as a physical/chemical phenomenon, but also as an exploration of the history of the mechanisms that make these techniques possible. Las Islas Interiores are site specific installations to be found about The Clemete's historic building nooks and corridors when least expected.
Cotidianos
October 14
Join us for a celebration of Brazilian literature and performances
COTIDIANOS is a series of short monologues celebrating the lives of Brazilian women living in New York City. After the show, we will hold a Q&A with the writer and cast.
Poetic Reader
October 15, 16, 22 & 23 1:00pm - 4:00pm
by Natalia de Campos/Syncretic Pleasures
Free Readings in the Lower East Side on October 15, 16, 22 & 23, from 1pm-4pm
As part of the New York #CityArtistsCorps, a city wide program supporting thousands of artists, performance artist Natalia de Campos will be presenting POETIC READER in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. A gift to the LES residents and visitors after being hard hit by the pandemic.
A poem, a story, a text and an activator of the person’s unique revolutionary ideas. First presented in 2017 at The Clemente to benefit the Puerto Rico community affected by the 2017 hurricane.
Free sidewalk readings of original poems to attentive listeners.
An individual consultation and an intimate reading into one’s ears. One viewer at a time is invited to sit down, and pick up a wireless headphone for an intimate reading right into his/her/their ears.
Diplomacy: The Art of Listening Before You Speak
October 15 8:00pm
Synopsis
In a waiting area of The World Institute for Peace, one man Skibor Rafasu (Prime Minister of Politics & Implementation) is anxious to present the case for their poetry and music republics’inclusion into The Alliance of Foreign Nations. Mr. Rafasu makes the argument that their poetry and music has been a major factor in the national improvement of their country MuPolitica. They highlight their countries societal and infrastructural successes in a series of monologues they use as an introduction to perform segments of the play (spoken word poetry performed in 13 different characters).
We Fix It
October 16 / October 22 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Lower East Side sidewalk interactions with Thiago Szmrecsányi
As part of the New York #CityArtistsCorps, a city wide program supporting thousands of artists, artist Thiago Szmrecsanyi will be presenting We Fix It in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. An offering to the LES residents and visitors after being hard hit by the pandemic.
Following the long tradition of street cart vendors and honoring the services and contributions of embattled occupations, artist Thiago Szmrecsányi has created a mobile structure, where he will be offering services and surveying the needs, interests, and opinions of pedestrians.
VLC Forum day five: Escuela de Oficios
October 16 2:00pm
Following a recent trip to Mexico to connect with his paternal roots and learn traditional tallow candle-making techniques, Jane Lombard Fellow Jorge González sets up a candle-making site as an altar enacting Escuela de Oficios's continuous, embodied work of community regeneration. This event is hosted at and in collaboration with The Clemente, with the support of Bluestockings Cooperative. Register HERE
The collective learning, care, and nurturing of community and resources at the core of Escuela’s practice is often grounded by shared meals. For this gathering, sancocho and cassava bread will be served. Inside The Clemente, Puerto Rican films screen at 5 pm, while the gathering around the altar continues with candle distribution and an open mic session through 8 pm. In order to attend the indoor screening, you will need to show proof of vaccination: the physical card, a photo of the card, or an approved app. We recommend using Excelsior Pass or NYC Covid Safe and encourage you to download either of these apps to your phone and record your vaccination, in advance of arriving.
Paper & Color - Techniques to transform paper into art
October 16 2:00pm
Collage is largely used as a technique not only for crafts but also as in Contemporary Art. It seems that it has always existed in the Arts, but it was only in 1912 that Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque began to stick newspaper cuttings and other materials onto their canvases. Because of that, collage is often thought of as an archetypally Modern artistic technique. Nowadays, collage is broadly used as much as painting and sculpture. Also, it can appear mixed with these two or many other ways of doing art.
Dea Segatto is an artist known for her collages that blend with many other techniques, creating true assemblages. She and the art curator Caru Albuquerque prepared this workshop to show some of these possibilities, as:
- light table;
- gouache and watercolor effects on collage;
- the use of water for coloring;
- texture with words; among others
>> Participants will develop their work and can take it home
>> The workshop is free
>> It is not necessary to bring material
>> Public: 16yo +
Instagram: @deasegattostudio @caru_albuquerque
Move My Blood
October 17 7:oopm
An evening of story-telling and dances from performances in Ancient Greece, reimagining the mythos of Circe; goddess of witchcraft. “Move my blood” was created in ancient caves and cemeteries in historical Kefalonia, Greece. This work was made in support by the Greek cultural ministry.
About this event
Readings from the novel 'CIRCE' written by Madeline Miller accompany the dances created in ancient caves and cemeteries in historical Kefalonia, Greece. This work was made in support by the Greek cultural ministry.
Choreographed and Produced by Jennifer Rose
Performed by Maija Knapp, Anna Gichan and Jennifer Rose
*** Proof of vaccination is required upon entry***
Conjunto Guantanamo
October 20 7:30pm
Conjunto Guantánamo is recognized with a City Artist Corps grant by the New York Foundation for the Arts for their significance in their roles as the “ambassadors of Cuban Folklore,” They’ll be bringing their own brand of traditional “Son Cubano” music to this multi-arts cultural institution in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Don't miss this return to the stage and DON'T forget your dance shoes!!
Let’s Play Live!
October 20 6:30pm
Live music is back!
Come and celebrate with me the return of live performances to the NYC stages. Classical clarinet at The Clemente.
Be part of the Sound Ecosystems premiere concert
October 21 7:30pm
Sound Ecosystems is a project that seeks to reflect the sounds of natural landscapes and make a musical tribute to nature around the world. This project consists of a collection of compositions for jazz orchestra inspired by the sounds of nature.
Sound Ecosystems has the purpose of honoring natural diversity through music, creating awareness of the importance of natural areas and transmitting a message that encourages the protection and conservation of natural resources.
Slam Poetry Contest
October 21 7:00pm
Sign up starts at 7pm. Open mic poetry slam with cash prizes! 1st place $100 and 2nd place $25! The audience votes for the winners at the end of the evening. After the poets read, a special performance of ‘Butterfly Strokes’, a Choreopoem by Michael Freeman, then the winners will be announced! This event will be live-streamed.
CORIOLANUS: A Semi-Staged Reading
October 22
This is a semi-staged public reading of Coriolanus by William Shakespeare. It will be a reading that explores the masculinity, industrial war complex, and conservatism of the Trump years. It will also include a unique take: having Virgilia and Aufidius played by the same person. This should be fun, fast, bloody, and intellectually stimulating. It will be a free reading! This program is made possible by New York City Artist Corps. Co-produced by The Clemente Soto Vélez Cultural & Educational Center, a venue partner of New York City Artist Corps.
Mal Stein Presents - Why We Create - Music Is Dance As DanceIs Music
October 23 4:00pm
Original music performed live by Mal Stein, featuring live dance performances and guest musicians!
A Tribute to the Femenine Spirit
October 23 7:00pm
Performances. screening and panel organized by F.E.L.T.
Togetherness Painting Exhibition by Zebun Kamal
October 23 5 pm
October 24 12 pm
Togetherness By Zebun Kamal Showcasing the Artwork inspired by Neurographics.
Neurographics is a way of drawing that recreates the outer from the inner. The world is a reflection of the beliefs we hold.
Zebun Kamal is a visual artist with teaching experience in public schools and community organizations. At present, she is a Program Director at South Asian Youth Action Inc (SAYA). She possesses knowledge and understanding of Youth development, Afterschool program, and Public school education in New York City.
In this event, she will be showcasing the Artwork inspired by Neurographics. Neurographics is a way of drawing that recreates the outer from the inner. Guest and viewers are invited to participate in an interactive art creating session.
This program is made possible by New York City Artist Corps.
Co-produced by The Clemente Soto Vélez Cultural & Educational Center.
Fluorescence Art Festival
October 24 5:00pm
Welcome to Fluorescence! A musical festival hosted in partnership with the Clemente and NYCAC to celebrate minority art and artists alike.
Hope You Feel Better
October 24/ 25 2:00pm
Come join and support your local artist's who put together a very personal piece of work in a 15 minute screening followed by a Q&A with actor's, Jacynda Ward and Mk McManus, and director, Stephanie Ruiz.
After our Q&A, we have a sponsored event by RonColon liquor at August Laura NYC where we can celebrate with friends and family with cocktails and apps!
A Connected Place - A new play by Youlim Nam
October 26 8:00pm
This experimental play reflects a young writer Jane constantly being challenged by her partner Bill concerning her "unconventional" and "precarious" lifestyle as an artist in the contemporary world.
Adrianna Mateo performs new songs
October 27 7:30pm
Adrianna Mateo – solo violinist, singer-songwriter, and actress – performs new songs written over the past year and a half in The Clemente's Flamboyan Theater. She's excited to bring her unique electricity and full-hearted lyrics to a public audience for the first time in two years.
Fin Tech for the Precariat
October 28 7:00pm
A pandemic journey through the many realities of finance
Play the open world game and add your voice to the game at The Clemente, Studio 309, Thursday October 28th, 7-9pm
DanzaNova
October 28 7:30pm
DanzaNova is a virtuoso world quintet which explores and re-imagines music originating from the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Latin America. The quintet’s distinctive sound and improvisational creativity provide an exhilarating experience for all audiences.
Composer/accordionist Ronn Yedidia founded the group in 2009 with an unparalleled ensemble of world-class musicians violinist Lara St. John, guitarist Giacomo La Vita, bassist Eddy Khaimovich, and percussionist Benny Koonyevsky.
DanzaNova’s emphasis is on stylistic versatility within chamber unity, and the players display their abilities in segments of free improvisation - blending traditional ethnic styles with modern techniques and executing them with breathtaking virtuosity. The ensemble also performs a series of original compositions by Ronn Yedidia in their programmatic pilgrimage to world music.
In 2018, the band recorded the album Desert Winds on the Verse Music label.
“It was pure ethnic music which leY the audience ecstatic with boundless pleasure!” (The Epoch
Times)
"...like a shower of sparks and smoke from a Gypsy's bonfire." (The Obowa Citizen)
"...there are layers of pathos and ethos to be discovered." (All About Jazz)
www.DanzaNovaMusic.com
Jared Engel's New Angles
October 30 1:00pm
Bassist/Tubaist Jared Engel presents a 7-piece band, performing jazz standards from the 1920s and 30s, as well as some of Engel's own music.
Keepsake House
October 30 7:00pm
Keepsake House presents an evening of storytelling and original music featuring pairs of songwriters and storytellers.
About this event
Come together for an evening of storytelling and original music featuring songwriters Alex Wong, Erika Ji, Jay Miners, and Marcie Hernandez and storytellers Annie Tan, Claudia Acevedo-Quiñones, David Glover, and Kelly Bachman. Songwriters and storytellers pair up to share their chosen stories through new songs never played live before, accompanied by a full ensemble. Be a part of this very special, FREE Keepsake House show where performance, music, and conversation intersect.
Bone and Air / Connective Tissue
October 31 12:00pm
Bone and Air - sound and visual by Tansy Xiao
Bone and Air is an audience participatory visual and sound installation inspired by the idea of the juxtaposition of bone conduction (within the human body) and air conduction (receiving sounds via the ears). The audience members are invited to make certain sounds through the piece according to the graphic score as an ensemble to create a spontaneous heterophony that is unique each time.
Connective Tissue - written by Ryan Pratt, performed by Marina Kifferstein
The title refers to a process by which the piece was derived from the acoustic structure of the violin, in conjunction with a theory of proportional relationships, finely tuned by the ear of the performer. In lieu of relaying some version of the myth of Ariadne, the work instead calls attention to the perpetuation of myth in general with regard to what Diane Marie Keeling refers to as “colonizing cuts” made throughout history that constitute “exclusions of communities from history and world making.”
