Events Dec 2011
Steel Magnolias
Nov. 30 – Dec. 3 | 8pm (saturday matinee at 3pm)
Admission: $10 (nov. 30); $15 (dec 1-3)
Join The Greenville Community Theater for their presentation of Steel Magnolias. Edgemont HS Theater, 200 White Oak Lane, Scarsdale NY. More info at www.gctstage.org.
Staged reading of Sean Tyler’s play. Edward Hopper House Art Center. 82 N Braodway, Nyack, NY.
The Rogue Players of CST present Shakespeare “Hamlet” Opening Gala
Dec. 2 | 7-9pm
Admission: $20 adults; $10 kids 18 and under.
This production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet is presented by the Children’s Shakespeare Theatre. Ages 5 and up. The Palisades Presbyterian Church. 117 Washington Spring Rd.,Palisades,NY. For more information visit www.childrensshakespeare.org
Believe on Stage
Dec. 3 | 7:30pm; Dec. 4 | 2:00pm
Admission: $15 adults; $12.50 students/seniors; $10 military
Annual Holiday concert brought to you by Just Off Broadway, INC. and the New Windsor Playhouse. Featuring Broadway performer Michelle Bruckner as well as tons of local talent. Directed and choreographed by Joyce A. Presutti. Saint Joseph School Auditorium. 148 Windsor Hwy, New Windsor NY. Tickets and info at www.newwindsorplayhouse.com.
Holidays in Haverstraw
Dec. 3 | 9am-7pm
An all day Holiday Celebration in the Village of Haverstraw! Get to know the shops, restaurants and community of Haverstraw. Featuring great discounts, music, tree lighting and of course Santa. Stop by Lucas Candies from 11-5 to make a candy snowman with Santa, and 12pm and 4pm will be Storytime with Santa. Bella Rosa Cafe will feature 1/2 price beverages and treats all day. Antoine McGuire’s will also feature specials. From 2 – 4pm a free concert will take place at the Central Presbyterian Church featuring the Rockland County Concert Band. Tree Lighting with Santa takes place at 4:30pm at the Village Clock. Check out www.haverstrawchamber.org for a full listing of events.
Ramapo Times Presents “The Polar Express”
Dec. 4 | 9am, 11am, 1pm
Admission: $8
Head to Suffern for a special screening of “The Polar Express.” Presented by The Ramapo Times and the Lafayette Theater. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to give to the Suffern Police Department hosting their 21st Annual Toy Drive. Lafayette Theater
97 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern, NY
Sugar Plums & Nutcrackers
Dec. 1 – 4 | Th-Sat at 8:00pm; Sunday at 3:00pm
3rd Annual Performance of Sugar Plums and Nutcrackers brought to you by The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck. Drawn from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker this performance features song, acrobatics, ballet, jazz, and hip hop. Award winning director and choreographer Michele Ribble. 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck NY. More info at www.centerforperformingarts.org.
Performance by Russian-born pianist Igor Lovchinsky. Part of the 2011 Nadia Reisenberg Young Artists Series. Free. In the Budarz Theater at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, NY10570 www.MMPACI.com
Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul – Holiday Show
Dec. 4th | 3:00pm
Admission: $30
Benefit for Breast Buddies Campaign Against Cancer. Irish fiddler Eileen Ivers and her band get together for a Christmas show featuring traditional Irish music as well as some holiday favorites. Pearl River High School. 275 E. Central Ave, Pearl River. More info at www.artsrock.org.
Film Night: Swan Lake from the Bolshoi Ballet, Moscow
Dec. 4 | 1pm and Dec. 6 | 6:30pm
Admission: $20 general public | $17 students/seniors | $16 members
It’s movie night at the Paramount in Peekskill. Join them for a night of ballet in cinema featuring, Swan Lake from the Bolshoi Ballet, Moscow. 1008 Brown St, Peekskill NY. For more info visit, www.paramountcenter.org.
70th Anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor
Dec. 7 | 12:55pm
National Purple Heart Hall of Honor – New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Sites. In memory of the attack at Pearl Harbor, and those who were killed or wounded. Event begins at 12:55pm marking the time the first bombs dropped.
Young Adult – Film Screening
Dec. 7 | 7:30pm
Admission: $15
Film screening of the highly anticipated film Young Adult. Q&A session held afterwards with actor, Patton Oswalt. Emelin Theatre. 153 Library Ln, Mamaroneck NY.
A Christmas Carol
Dec. 8 – 10, 16 | 7:30pm
Dec. 17 | 2:30pm
Admission: $15 General Admission; $10 students/seniors; $8 on Dec. 17
Join the Rockland Theatre Company for an adaptation of A Christmas Carol. Performance is at the Fieldstone School in Theils.
Margin Call – Film
Dec. 8 and Dec. 9 | 7:30pm
Admission: $9 General; $8 Seniors/Students; $7 Members
Film by J.C. Chandor, and starring Kevin Spacey and Demi Moore. Paramount Center for the Arts. 1008 Brown St, Peekskill NY.
Mike Holober and John Patitucci – Jazz Night
Dec 9 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents Jazz Duo Mike Holober on Piano and John Patitucci on Bass. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
J.D. Crowe – Bluegrass
Dec. 9 | 8pm
Admission: $40
Head to the Emelin Theatre for a great night of bluegrass featuring highly influential bluegrass musician, J.D. Crowe. Emelin Theatre. 153 Library Ln, Mamaroneck NY.
Spring Awakening
Dec 9 and Dec 10 | 7pm
Admission: $15
The Helen Hayes Youth Theatre and the Antrim Playouse present the Tony Award winning musical, Spring Awakening. Antrim Playhouse. 15 Spook Rock Rd, Suffern NY.
Aladdin
Dec. 10 | 10:30 and 12:30pm
Admission: $10
The Helen Hayes Youth Theatre and the Antrim Playouse present Aladdin. Performed by students ages 4-11. Antrim Playhouse. 15 Spook Rock Rd, Suffern NY.
Dec. 10 | 3:00pm
Admission: $20 general; $15 students and seniors
Philip Hagemann conducts The Rockland County Choral Society as they welcome in the holiday season with the music of Franz Joseph Haydn. Pieces include, the Saint Nicholas Mass, Tui Sunt Coeli and Te Deum. Performance being held at the Living Christ Church. 151 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
Jung Lin and Yashar Yaslowitz – Brahms
Dec. 10 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents a night of Brahms performed by Pianists Jung Lin and Yashar Yaslowitz. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
The Platters and The Marvelettes Concert Series
Dec. 10 | 8pm
Admission: $55
A night of Motown at the Emelin Theatre you don’t want to miss. Featuring two legendary motown groups whose hits include, “Only You”, “Please Mr. Postman” and many more. Emelin Theatre. 153 Library Ln, Mamaroneck, NY.
Orangetown Santa Claus 5K Run
Dec. 11 | 10:30am
Pre-Registration: $12 | Race-Day (begins at 8:30am): $18 (includes free winter hat)
A 3.1 mile road race taking place at Veterans Memorial Park. 81 Hunt Road, Orangeburg NY.
Aladdin
Dec. 11 | 11:00am
Admission: $10
The Helen Hayes Youth Theatre and the Antrim Playouse present Aladdin. Performed by students ages 4-11. Antrim Playhouse. 15 Spook Rock Rd, Suffern NY.
Dec. 11 | 12:30pm
Book signing and reading by author Michael Bronski at the Nyack Public Library. 59 S Broadway, Nyack.
Don Giovanni – Opera on Screen
Dec. 11 | 1:00pm
Admission: $20 General; $17 Seniors/Students (m-th only); $16 Members
This performance is from La Scala, Milan, Italy. Starring Peter Mattei and Bryn Terfel. Conducted by Daniel Barenboim. Choreographed by Philippe Giraudeau. Directed by Robert Carsen.
Dec. 11 | 2:00pm
Admission: $25 non-members; $15 members
Featuring performances by Bill Charlap, Harry Allen, Vincent Herring, Jon Burr and more. RoCA. 27 S Greenbush Rd, West Nyack NY.
Spring Awakening
Dec 11 | 2pm and 7pm
Admission: $15
The Helen Hayes Youth Theatre and the Antrim Playouse present the Tony Award winning musical, Spring Awakening. Antrim Playhouse. 15 Spook Rock Rd, Suffern NY.
Ellen Mutter and Vivian Change – Classical
Dec. 11 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents a night of classical music performed by Violinist Ellen Mutter and Pianist Vivian Chang. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
Higher Ground – Film Night
Dec. 11 | 7:30pm
Admission: $9 General; $8 Seniors/Students; $7 Members
Directorial Debut from actress Vera Farmiga. Paramount Center for the Arts. 1008 Brown St, Peekskill NY.
Don Giovanni – Opera on Screen
Dec. 13 | 6:30pm
Admission: $20 General; $17 Seniors/Students (m-th only); $16 Members
This performance is from La Scala, Milan, Italy. Starring Peter Mattei and Bryn Terfel. Conducted by Daniel Barenboim. Choreographed by Philippe Giraudeau. Directed by Robert Carsen.
10 Years of Rivertown Film
Dec. 14 | 8pm
Admission: $10 General; $8 Students/Seniors; Free to members
Help celebrate the 10 years of Rivertown Film. Featuring Charlie Chaplin’s “Easy Street” and Harold Lloyd’s “Never Weaken” with live accompaniment by David Gross. Nyack Center. 58 Depew Ave, Nyack NY.
The Way – Film
Dec. 14 | 7:30pm
Dec. 15 | 7:30pm
Admission: $9 General; $8 Seniors/Students; $7 Members
Directed by Emilio Estevez and starring Martin Sheen. Paramount Center for the Arts. 1008 Brown St, Peekskill NY.
The Music Man
Dec 16 | 7pm
Admission: $15
The Helen Hayes Youth Theatre and the Antrim Playouse present Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man. Antrim Playhouse. 15 Spook Rock Rd, Suffern NY.
Kimball Gallagher & Guests – Songwriter Showcase
Dec. 16 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents NYC artist Kimball Gallagher. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
Gandalf Murphy & The Slambovian Circus of Dreams
Dec. 16 | 8pm
Admission: $27
Head to the Emelin Theatre for a great night of music. Emelin Theatre, 153 Library Ln, Mamaroneck NY.
The Music Man
Dec 17 | 2pm & 7pm
Admission: $15
The Helen Hayes Youth Theatre and the Antrim Playouse present Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man. Antrim Playhouse. 15 Spook Rock Rd, Suffern NY.
Amy Buckley and Yashar Yaslowitz
Dec. 17 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents vocalist Amy Buckley and Pianist Yashar Yaslowitz. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
The Music Man
Dec 18 | 2pm
Admission: $15
The Helen Hayes Youth Theatre and the Antrim Playouse present Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man. Antrim Playhouse. 15 Spook Rock Rd, Suffern NY.
Winter Pops: Broadway Classic Hits
Dec. 18 | 3:00pm
Your favorite ballads, duets and orchestral suites from West Side Story, Street Scene, Kiss Me Kate and other classic Broadway hits performed by the Westchester Philharmonic. The Concert Hall at Purchase College. 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase NY. Visit www.westchesterphil.org for more info.
Toy Jazz w/ Erik Lawrence and Allison Miller
Dec. 18 | 3:00pm
A jazz performance on toy instruments to compliment the Toy Story Art Exhibit! Rockland Center For The Arts (ROCA). 27 S Greenbush Rd, West Nyack, NY.
Tribes Hill’s 10 Annual Solstice Show
Dec. 18 | 3pm
Admission: $10 suggested donation
A celebration of the Winter Solstice with lots of musical guests including performances by the Tribes Hill gang. Free beer from local brewery Captain Lawrence Brewing Co (bring a mug). Urban H20 Series @ Beczak. 35 Alexander St, Yonkers NY.
Readings and Music in the Holiday Spirit
Dec. 18 | 7pm
Admission: $20
Annual fundraiser to beneift the Nyack Center, featuring talented neighbors performing for neighbors. Performers include, Christian Borie, Tom Dudzick, Barry Carl, Alan Broadbent and more.
Sara Petrocelli and Yashar Yaslowitz – Holiday Show
Dec. 18 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents a night of Holiday Music by vocalist Sara Petrocelli and pianist Yashar Yaslowitz. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
Christian Almiron Trio – Jazz
Dec. 23 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents a holiday concert with the Christian Almiron Trio. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
The Paper Bag Players
Dec 26 & 27 | 11am & 1:30pm
Admission: $18 Adults; $13 Children
ParentGuide News calls them “side-splittingly funny and jam-packed with energy and pizzazz.” Emelin Theatre presents The Paper Bag Players. Event for all ages 2 and up! Emelin Theatre, 153 Library Ln, Mamaroneck NY.
Milk ‘n’ Cookies
Dec. 29 | 11:00am
Admission: $12 Advance; $15 Day of Show
It’s time for the Bossy Frog Band annual holiday show led by Jeffrey Friedberg. A great event for the entire family! Lafayette Theater. 97 Lafayette Ave, Suffern. For more info visit www.artsrock.org.
Shirley Crabbe – Jazz
Dec. 30 | 7:30pm
Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors; $18 Members; $15 35 and under; $5 12 and under
Carnegie Room Concerts presents vocalist Shirley Crabbe singing the music of Ethel Waters. Nyack Library (Carnegie Room). 59 S Broadway, Nyack NY.
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