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Comic Strip Inc the
Category:
Comedy Clubs/Dance Clubs
1568 2nd Ave Frnt
New York,
New York 10028
(212) 861-9386
Comic Strip Live on the Upper East Side offers an escape from the "what should we do...
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Comic Strip Live on the Upper East Side offers an escape from the "what should we do tonight" blues.
It's always great when someone makes you laugh. Unfortunately, the $20 cover + 2 drink minimum might not leave you so happy, search for deals - their website www.comicstriplive.com offers promotional ticket prices, making the evening a big more affordable.
Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to show time. Sure, you'll be waiting a while, but at least you'll have good seats. We sat in the middle and were greatly distracted by the folks behind us gabbing away during the show. Of course, it didn't help that one of the comics was more weird than funny, but 2 of the 4 performers were excellent.
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Webster Hall
Category:
Halls, Auditoriums & Ballrooms Rental
125 E 11th St
New York,
New York 10003
(212) 353-1600
Webster Hall is usually a dance club, but they also have a fairly regular schedule of rock shows...
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Webster Hall is usually a dance club, but they also have a fairly regular schedule of rock shows that are put on by the Bowery Ballroom/Mercury Lounge called "Bowery Presents." It's usually the band who played the Bowery a year or two ago and now need a bigger space. I'd say it's bigger than Irving Plaza and smaller than Roseland. It's more expensive than the Bowery and very weird because you have to enter through the same door as all the clubgoers. The dance club is open during the shows, you are just kept in a separate performance space. It has decent sign lines/high stage and a good lineup of bands.
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The best thing about Caroline's is that you have the option of seeing brand new talent or someone...
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The best thing about Caroline's is that you have the option of seeing brand new talent or someone whose face is recognizable across the country. They offer a little bit of everything here.
Sure, the snacks & drinks can be a bit pricey, but you are in Times Square - everything has a mark-up.
I have had more than a few good laughs at shows here (it helps that I have seen friends rise from the new comic night to headliner position...it makes me believe in the power of Caroline's).
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Irving Plaza Box Office
Category:
Foundations, Clubs, Associations, Etc
17 Irving Pl Frnt
New York,
New York 10003
(212) 777-6800
Irving Plaza is an anomaly to the neighborhood, which features many quaint, upscale restaurants...
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Irving Plaza is an anomaly to the neighborhood, which features many quaint, upscale restaurants and trendy bars. The space has a lot of character, playing host to countless shows for artists and bands who prefer, or can only fill, a smaller space. It's got a bit of a rock-ish mood, replete with the indifferent staff who man the bars and tickets out front.
I've enjoyed a bunch of shows here, of both the popular and less popular variety. When you've got the space, it's great to be able to be near the artists and enjoy the music in such an intimate venue. But when it's crowded, look out. If you're upstairs, you'll be jostling for space along the balcony, and if you're downstairs, be prepared to be involuntarily lifted off your feet on occasion.
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The Mercury Lounge
Category:
Night Clubs
217 E Houston St Frnt
New York,
New York 10002
(212) 260-4700
The Mercury Lounge is a great place to see a show. You can be mere inches away from your favorite...
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The Mercury Lounge is a great place to see a show. You can be mere inches away from your favorite singer, enjoy a great drink and meet some good looking people. Only thing that bugs me is that they don't let people in quickly before a show. You have to wait for other people to leave before you can go in. It's understandable though as it's pretty much packed on nights of shows
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Radio City Music Hall
Category:
Theater Ticket Agencies
1260 Ave of the Americas
New York,
New York 10020
(212) 247-4777
For years, I have visited New York, never visiting this major tourist attraction, until now, that...
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For years, I have visited New York, never visiting this major tourist attraction, until now, that is. Was I ever missing much! Inside, the music hall's grand foyer leaves you awe-struck; it makes you feel like you are in a bygone era, a time when going to see a show was THE main form of entertainment. The clerks and ushers all are dressed nicely, the hordes of people crowd around buying the overpriced souvenirs and concessions. The lines to the bathrooms, known as "lounges" are very long, especially after the show.
Anyhow, the place is truly an Art Deco masterpiece. There are so many big chandeliers and the stage is a sight in itself. I watched the Christmas Spectacular on a Friday afternoon, and though I had 'nosebleed' seats (hey, I only paid $23 per person including bus fare), I could still almost make out the casts' faces. The sound was great, though, and it was so cool to see the lights change color and the orchestra rise up and sink down. The presentation was wonderful; the performers were so talented. The music was great, and I had a lot of fun. Only now I don't want to hear any more Christmas carols. (It's amazing what two non stop hours of Christmas songs do to you! Now I know how the people working retail now feel.)
Be forewarned: it is a real pain to leave here. Check in starts early, and you'd better be there 30 minutes early. It gets crazy. Oh, and please don't come late. A lot of people came and sat near me blocking my view of the stage during Act 2.
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I love the TKTS Booth in Times Square (there's also a location at South Street Seaport. The booth...
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I love the TKTS Booth in Times Square (there's also a location at South Street Seaport. The booth moved from it's normal location due to construction, so for the next few months look for it's temporary location just outside the New York Marriott Marquis hotel on West 46th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue. There is one window that exclusively offers plays, the other windows offer musicals and plays.
Their hours are:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays
for 8pm perfs: 3pm - 8pm
Wednesdays and Saturdays
for 2pm matinées: 10am - 2pm
Sundays for matinees:
11am - 3pm
Sundays for evening perfs:
3pm TO CLOSING
If you're lucky you an get tickets to just about any show - the more popular Broadway musicals run out first. There are always staff on hand to give you suggestions on what play to see if you're not sure which one to select.
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Bowery Ballroom
Category:
Uncategorized
6 Delancey St
New York,
New York 10002
(212) 533-2111
Sure there are lots of good venues in New York for music, but the Bowery Ballroom has the...
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Sure there are lots of good venues in New York for music, but the Bowery Ballroom has the advantage of being just the right size--large enough for a group that has a good following, but not too large for the scene to get crazy. I usually prefer to go upstairs and watch from the back gallery but sometimes ya just gotta go to the main floor. One of the best shows, in October 2004, was folk singer Dan Bern, who asked people to sing along to "Bush Must Be Defeated." Ah, nostalgia.
It's right near the J train, too, for those who can take that unusual line.
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Lyceum Theatre the
Category:
Theater Ticket Agencies
149 W 45th St
New York,
New York 10036
(212) 239-6200
The Lyceum was the first of the Broadway theaters to be designated with landmark status. Despite...
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The Lyceum was the first of the Broadway theaters to be designated with landmark status. Despite its dark interior, close inspection will reveal delightful details to architecture enthusiasts. No recent production has stayed at the Lyceum for an excessively longtime, but shows such as MORNING'S AT SEVEN and I AM MY OWN WIFE has received critical acclaim.
Assisted listening devices are available. The theater is on West 45th Street between 6th Avenue and the 7th Avenue/Broadway cross.
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Comedy Cellar
Category:
Comedy Clubs/Dance Clubs
117 MacDougal St
New York,
New York 10012
(212) 254-3480
I laughed all night long when I went to the Comedy Cellar in Manhattan. It is a small place and...
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I laughed all night long when I went to the Comedy Cellar in Manhattan. It is a small place and was packed when I was there, but I forgot all about that once the comedians came on stage. If you are looking to laugh and have fun, check out the Comedy Cellar!
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