Date: December 12th 2014

Hello lovelies,

Another gorgeous sold-out Swing House last week, thank you! We even managed to post a few photos -- see our Facebook/Twitter/Instagram. We encourage you to post yours, too. We try to have hashtags going for every party, so everyone can find pics easily. And, here's the photo booth album: http://on.fb.me/1wK3ObJ (Facebook, so tag yourselves). You all looked so lovely!

Now, for 2.5-weeks-to-go New Year's Eve update: - Full invite finally up! See below for all music and variety acts. - VIP tickets are inching towards selling out. This may be the fastest they've sold yet. - Plenty of regular tix for now, but remember that $40 admission ends Sunday night. Tickets then go to $50...still a bargain for this epic event.

We still have some tiny bit of room for anything theme-relevant you may want to do at the event, so let us know if you have an arty thing in mind.

Cheers,

Gemini & Scorpio, makers of themed costume events with live entertainment http://www.geminiandscorpio.com

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===+++===+++===+++=== OUR NEXT EVENT: 12/31 ===+++===+++===+++===

Gemini & Scorpio cordially invite you to

The Court of the Snow Queen

NYE, Wed 12/31, 9pm-5am, 21+ with ID (25+ suggested) $40-60*, $20 after 12:30am [door only] Limited VIP tix, with reserved tables & cocktail wait service until 2am: $90 Irondale Center, 85 S Oxford, Fort Greene, BK

Details TK: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/events.html Tickets now available: http://GSsnowqueen.brownpapertickets.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1498420160421645 Twitter/Instagram: #GSsnowqueen

Enter the court of the fierce Snow Queen, who holds a menagerie of entertainers hostage for her pleasure. It whirls with the creatures and spirits of winter, their talents a spectacle commanded by her whim. At her personal guard is a great white bear, and at the gate a noxious troll. Her great hall glitters and radiates with frost, snow and ice. The very weather itself rises and howls under her control.

The Queen has enchanted and stolen a mortal boy, Kai. But his beloved, Gerda, has summoned all the power of fire to win him back and defeat the Queen. Who will triumph in this battle for the human heart?

Starring: Snow Queen - the regal Ali Luminescent. Kai & Gerda, fire children - Tara McManus and Christine Geiger. The Queen's entourage: The Love Show dancers. The Queen's captive entertainment: classic and modern hits, in hot jazz and swing style - Retro Remix Orchestra; punk swing - Sunnyside Social Club; burlesque - Jo Boobs; aerial and contortion - Cassady Rose. Storyteller & host - David Slone. Duke of Trolls - Nati Amos.

With: Magical snow creatures and one special polar bear by Kate Brehm. Shimmery white and silver face & body painting by Painteresse Elysabeth. Snowy photo booth by Tsirkus Fotografika. Absinthe and other mind-altering potions by The House of St Eve. Large-scale custom video art by Chris Jordan. Props and paper art by Cheeky Lane.

Dress code: winter wonderland, mythical creatures, icy courtiers, dark fairytale, fire vs ice. Colors: white, silver, light blue, gray. Cocktail or formal attire required if not in costume.

  • Tickets are tiered as follows:
  • Tier 1, $40 until 12am 12/15
  • Tier 2, $50 until 12am 12/22
  • Tier 3, $60 after / at door, if any

===+++===+++===+++=== WEEKEND + WEEK ===+++===+++===+++===

THEATER: Tiny Theater 2014 A tiny performance festival six feet long. Tiny Theater = theater / dance / dance-theater / puppet-theater / object-theater / installation that takes place in a 6'x 6'x 6' space — and in under 10 mins. Performers and scenic elements must not exist outside the box at any point during each piece. Or else. Two separate programs. (Fri/Sat, The Brick, 579 Metropolitan Ave, BK, Prog A: Fri 7pm/Sat 9pm; Prog B: Fri 9pm/Sat 7pm, $18 per program)

PUPPETS: A Christmas Carol, Oy. Hanukkah, Merry Kwanzaa http://lamama.org/a-christmas-carol-oy-hanukkah-merry-kwanzaa An adaptation of Dickens' classic with Old World accents and New World inclusiveness. Featuring over 30 puppets by Milos Kasal backed up by a live chorus. Czech, English, Hebrew & Swahili songs are performed acapella by Judith Barnes and Hayden DeWitt. A delight for audiences ages 5 - 105. (Fri/Sat 10pm, Sat 2pm/Sun 6pm, La MaMa Theatre-The Club, 74A E 4th St, $18/$13 stu & sen)

THEATER: The Mad World of Miss Hathaway: Counter Culture Crisis-Mess http://thewildproject.com/performances/2014-CRISIS-MESS.shtml An original musical parody of Mad Men Christmas episode. It's Christmas time in 1969 and everything is NOT fine at Spencer Colfax Raper Shenanigans Hathaway Clutter Gayson and Chunk advertising agency. When the office is rocked by shocking personnel changes that jeopardize the future of the company, know-it-all advertising maven JoAnne Hathaway springs into action trying to keep the office jolly and the clients grooving in the tumultuous time of 1969, where change is the norm and everyone is on drugs...even at Christmas time (Fri-Sun 8pm/Sat 10pm, The Wild Project, 195 E 3rd St, $20)

DANCE: A Nutcracker http://knockdowncenter.com/upcoming Traversing synchronously a single lifetime, A Nutcracker reinvents a classic narrative for a contemporary audience of all ages, inviting them to wander freely and explore a dreamlike world in which the breadth of life's manifold emotions and experiences harmoniously coexist. (Fri/Sat 7:45pm, Sat/Sun 4:45pm, Knockdown Center, 52-19 Flushing Ave, QNS, $15)

THEATER: It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play http://variationstheatregroup.com/newsite/12-days-of-chain-theatre-christmas The treasured holiday film comes to life before your eyes. 1940s radio players perform the story as a Christmas Eve broadcast with music and sound effects. A story of redemption that resonates with all ages, It's A Wonderful Life has become our American "A Christmas Carol." (Fri 8pm, Sat/Sun 2pm, this week and next, Chain Theatre, 21-28 45 Rd, $18/$15 LIC res & sen/$9 children)

SHOP: Morbid Anatomy Annual Holiday Fair http://morbidanatomymuseum.org/event/morbid-anatomy-annual-holiday-fair Here you will find such covetables as antiques, taxidermy, wet specimens, abject housewear and jewelry. This will be the perfect place to purchase unique, niche, and off-the-beaten-path gifts for those hard-to-please folks on your shopping list. (Sat/Sun, The Morbid Anatomy Museum, 424 Third Ave, BK, 12pm-6pm, FREE)

WORD: Hackathonukah - 2014 http://hackathonukah.com A 25 hour technology event that celebrates lights, programming, hardware and The Internet of Things. This event will bring together the diverse talent found in the greater New York technology community to build cool stuff, eat Hanukkah-themed food, and have fun. Featuring smart lighting and connected devices, such as SmartThings, LIFX, and Philips Hue, and the integration of novel and exciting sensors, such as Thalmic Myo and Microsoft Kinect. Participants can compete for great prizes from our generous sponsors. See website for details. NOTE: Sold Out; Waitlist available. (Sat 7pm/Sun 6pm, New York Code + Design Academy, 90 John St, #404, FREE)

PUPPETS: Captain Boycott http://theaterforthenewcity.net/breadboycott.html In keeping with their long standing tradition of "sublime arsekicking puppetry," the award-winning Vermont-based Bread & Puppet Theater, featuring Artistic Director Peter Schumann and his troupe of puppeteers, bring their signature powerful imagery, masked characters, and giant papier-mâché puppets. The play is performed in collaboration with a large group of local volunteers. After each performance, the audience is invited to eat home-made sourdough rye bread spread with aioli, and to peruse the Cheap Art posters and banners for sale. Recommended for ages 13 & up. (Fri/Sat/Thu this week and next, Theater for the New City, Johnson Theater, 155 First Ave, 8pm, $18/$13 stu & sen)

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WORD: Caffenol Workshop http://www.bushwickcommunitydarkroom.com/calendar-of-events Caffenol is the process of developing b&w negative film in instant coffee. It produces beautiful high contrast negatives. If you're interested in participating the workshop you must email: bushwickcommunitydarkroom@PROTECTED to reserve your spot. The fee covers all the chemical costs and the class, you just bring a roll of film ready to develop. (Bushwick Community Darkroom, 108 Thames St, Bk, 1pm-3pm, $30)

WORD: Evolver Presents: The Ayahuasca Monologues http://realitysandwich.com/161252/5th_annual_ayahuasca_monologues A night of visionary stories involving the renowned sacred brew of the Amazon, now gaining so much popularity in the industrialized North. For centuries, shamans have drunk this powerful concoction to heal illness, obtain mystical insights, contact spirit guides, and explore magical worlds. Hear of experiences both miraculous and terrifying, humorous and adventurous, humbling and revelatory when Westerners access ayahuasca's incredible gifts. This event includes a book signing for Chris Kilham's new book "The Ayahuasca Test Pilots Handbook". Silent auction to take place. Plant medicine and hallucinogen inspired drinks and elixirs available at the bar. Evolver's tonics, tinctures and teas available for purchase. VICE will be there to capture it all on tape. See website for list of speakers. (Webster Hall, Marlin Room, 125 East 11th St, 6:30pm doors/7pm talk, $20 adv/$25 door)

WORD/FILM: American Beatboxer http://www.bronxmuseum.org/events/1040-lounge-film-screening-of-american-beatboxer The art of beatboxing is vocal percussion: producing drum sounds and beat patterns using the lips, tongue, mouth, throat, and voice. American Beatboxer depicts the first-ever American Beatbox Championship held in July 2010 in Brooklyn. Followed by a Q&A with Director Manauvaskar Kublall and Executive Producer Chesney Snow, moderated by Producer Rich McKeown. (Bronx Museum, 1040 Lounge, 1040 Grand Concourse, BX, 6:30pm, FREE)

EVENT: MoRUS Two-Year Birthday Bash http://www.morusnyc.org Celebrate with the Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space at their two-year Birthday Bash, which will take place at the museum's storefront location in the legendary C-Squat. Featuring a slideshow and presentation by Fly, performance by Seth Tobocman, DJ and dancing, and cake. All proceeds from the event help support MoRUS 2015 programming. (Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space, 155 Avenue C, 8pm-11pm, $10/sliding scale)

SHOP/PARTY: Rebel Night's 2nd Annual Rockin' Holiday Show and Market http://www.littlefieldnyc.com/event/721259-rebel-night-mariann-marlowe-brooklyn Rebel Night and Marianne Marlow bring you an unforgettable yuletide full of of live bands, top rocking DJs, holiday shopping market, stunning burlesque performers, Japanese chefs cooking up traditional favorites, vintage inspired fashion show from Enz, free jive dance lesson, and a special santa photo booth. Neo rockabilly legend Levi Deter returns to play his first NYC show in over 30 years. Plus Mark Gamsjager and the Lustre Kings and Rhythm Bound., and burlesque by Calamity Chang, Bettina May, and Jezebel Express. Vendors include Enz, Dollsville NYC, Untitled Vintage, and many others. (Littlefield, 622 Degraw St, 8pm-4am, $15 adv/$20 door)

BURLESQUE: Bedlam Burlesque: The 2Nd Anniversary Spectacular http://www.coneyisland.com/event/bedlamburlesque2 Neil O'Fortune has assembled a cast just crazy, just awesome enough to celebrate Bedlam Burlesque's 2nd Anniversary, Coney Island style. They'll take the legendary sideshow stage and heat up that cold night for you, and heat it up but good. Starring Bambi The Mermaid, Divina Gransparkle, Fancy Feast With Lady Killer, Ginger Twist, La Maia, Tiny D, special appearances by Fifi Dupree, the DJ Fresh Prince Of Darkness, games, special surprise acts and more. (Coney Island, 1208 Surf Ave, BK, 9pm, $10)

PARTICIPATORY: SecretFormula's The XMAS Pop Sing-Along http://www.unionhallny.com/event/718337-xmas-pop-sing-along-brooklyn A Sing-Along of holiday hit music videos, many of them interpreted by your favorite pop stars, with all the lyrics on screen so you can sing them alongside your fellow XMAS fans. Plus sing-alongable clips from the Ghost of Christmas TV & Film Past like The Nightmare Before Christmas, South Park, Frosty the Snowman, Alvin & the Chipmunks and The Charlie Brown Christmas Special. 2 parts singing, 1 part alcohol and 4 parts magical songs that fill your heart with holiday delight. Free Milk and Cookies. Hosted by Santa Claus. Get your picture taken and send it back home to Mom & Dad. Best "worst holiday sweater" contest. Win a prize for being the most naughty. Santa Costume Contest. (Union Hall, 702 Union St, Bk, 9:30pm-12:30am, $10)

FILM: The 2014 Die Hard Holiday Party and Swear Along http://www.videology.info/blog/events/den-of-geek-presents-the-2014-die-hard-holiday-party-and-swear-along-free John McTiernan's "Die Hard" is a touching story of a man (Bruce Willis) and his desire to reunite with his family at all costs. But when an office Christmas party goes awry, hijinks ensue. Together with his wife Holly (Bonnie Bedelia), and some Christmas Eve help from a wacky rooftop visitor (Alan Rickman), they'll discover the true meaning of Christmas. Come drink heavily and try and recite every line of profanity-laden dialogue. (Videolog, 308 Bedford Ave, BK, 9:30pm, FREE)

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PARTICIPATORY: Santacon NYC 2014 http://nycsantacon.com Santacon is a non-commercial, non-political, non-sensical Santa Claus convention that happens once a year for absolutely no reason. It's your chance to spread holiday cheer in the most magical and absurd way possible. It is NOT the chance to get wasted and be rude, grabby, pukey, and belligerent. Don't be THAT Santa. Start point will be announced SantaCon eve. Text message "follow SantaCon" to 40404 for route updates. See website for details. (Location TBD, 10am, FREE)

*COMMUNITY: Millions March NYC http://www.millionsmarchnyc.org The Millions March NYC coordinators have pulled together a solid team of organizers. They have worked hard to plan a march that unifies us for the day and shows our power. They ask that all those planning Direct Actions please give time and space to this march. If you are planning an action during the march and want to check if you will be putting people in harms way, please contact them at mmdacoordination@PROTECTED. "We Demand Justice. For Mike Brown. For Eric Garner. For Akai Gurley. For All Those Innocent People of Color Killed By The Misuse of Police Force." Updates: Text "@millionsmarchnyc" to 23559. (Washington Square Park, 5 Ave, Waverly Pl, W 4th and MacDougal St, 2pm, FREE)

VARIETY: A Murray Little Christmas http://lepoissonrouge.com/lpr_events/a-murray-little-christmas-december-13th-2014 A cocktail-style variety show packed with silver bells and holiday hi-balls. It's the liveliest Christmas cocktail party of the season and everyone is guaranteed to have a gay old time. Featuring 4 merry musicians, 3 dazzling dancers, 2 strutting Santa showgirls, and 1 showbiz legend named Murray Hill. With Special Guests: Bridget Everett, Perle Noire, Carmine Covelli, Mr. Gorgeous, Trixi Little, Santa, Rudolph, and more. Backed by the swinging 4-piece band Craig's List Quartet. VIP includes front row seats, Murray comb, Tote Bag, and Beer Cozy. (Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker St, 7pm doors/7:30pm show, $20 standing/$25 seated ga/$55 VIP)

PARTICIPATORY/MUSIC: Aces & Operatives - Danger Lair: From Moscow with Love http://www.acesandops.com The only James Bond 007 inspired role-play group operating in the world. The group has teamed with Moscow 57 to produce a unique evening of role-play, cosplay, music, and social theater. Attendees shall find themselves transported into an alternative realm of international intrigue, while also playing a special character. The connections players forge and the decisions they make help decided the spontaneous, high-stakes outcome. The theme for this evening is classic 1960's Cold War espionage (think a young Sean Connery Bond, Tinker Tailor, and Mad Men). Featuring music by Ellen Kaye, Cici James, the DODO Orchestra, plus other special guests. Dress code: 1960's 'Mod Era' costume or formal dress, rouge agent, femme fatale, dapper executive, heiress, henchmen, Eastern European oligarch, polished politician, intelligence director, beat reporter, world renowned performer etc. (Moscow 57, 168 1/2 Delancey St, 7pm-11:30pm, $25 adv, no door sales)

BURLESQUE/PARTY: The Batman Ball - Burlesque and Batusi Dance Party http://slakenyc.com/events Penguin's feeling festive this winter. There's ice all around and cheerfully criminal nudity abounds. Join the Penguin as he welcomes you to the biggest party in Gotham this holiday season. Featuring some of New York's favorite neo-burlesque stars as they celebrate the city's most infamous bat and the villains who vex him, including: Magdalena Fox as Batman, Dangrrr Doll as Robin, Fem Appeal as Black Mask, Mary Cyn as The Joker, Lefty Lucy as The Riddler, Poison Ivory as Two Face, Zilly Lilly as Poison Ivy, and Leelando Calrissian as Cat Woman. Fancy Feast hosts as the Penguin. Immediately following the show, it's your turn to join the ball with a post-show dance party where you can show off your best Adam West moves. Miss Guy DJs a set of stellar 60s beats. Prizes will be given to the best Batusi moves. Limited VIP includes prize package and guaranteed seats first four rows. (Slake, 251 W 30th St, 7pm, standing $20 adv/$25 door, seated $25 adv/$30 door, VIP $40 adv/$45 door)

PARTY: #CHRISCON https://www.facebook.com/events/990621680956674 A steampunk Venetian ball. When time can only go forward, we develop a tendency to look to the past. Replete with the exotic fares of a bygone era, this event features contortionists, magicians and sideshow artists, glass walkers, dance theater performances, and live music all throughout the evening. Costumes are strongly encouraged to add to the festive atmosphere of the evening, but fear not if you come unprepared. Vendors will be available to outfit you (at a price) so that you'll look your best for this fantastical evening. (East Village Ukrainian Restaurant, 140 Second Ave, 8pm-12am, FREE)

BURLESQUE: Dune Burlesque: The Spice Will Flow. II http://francineburlesque.com/?page_id=1367 The Pink Room is finally doing a tribute to Lynch's biggest budget disaster starring Kyle MacLachlan, Patrick Stewart and Sting. This highly anticipated film was a critical and box-office failure but because of it's spectacular visuals and Lynch's following, it has turned into a cult classic. Hosted by Schaffer the Darklord with performances by: Deity Delgado, Chicava Honeychild, Iris Explosion, Minx Arcana, Nelson Lugo, Ruby Valentine & Francine "The Lucid Dream". Dune go-go fun by Petite Renard. (The Parkside Lounge, 317 E Houston St, 10pm, $15 adv/$20 door, 2 drink min, 21+)

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SHOP: Ridgewood Holiday Market http://www.ridgewoodmarket.com The last Ridgewod Market of the year. Over 40 independent and local artisan vendors. Food and pastries, brunch and alcohol, music, entertainment, and more. Kid friendly. (Ridgewood Market, Gottscheer Hall, 657 Fairview Ave, QN, 11am-5pm, FREE)

PARTICIPATORY/SOCIAL DANCE: Vintage Train https://www.facebook.com/events/1511353779148367 Jazz musicians, swing dancers & vintage clothing enthusiasts (and the photographers who love them all) will converge on the 2nd Avenue F train platform for a full day of music, dance, and happiness - totally free with the purchase of a normal subway fare. Expect a dozen top-quality bands playing throughout the day, both on the 2nd Avenue platform and on the train cars themselves. The MTA is running its Nostalgia Train, 10am-5pm. The trains will leave from the uptown platform at Second Avenue for one-hour roundtrips. (2nd Avenue subway station on F Line, 11am-8:30pm, FREE)

VARIETY: The 8th Annual Menorah Horah http://highlineballroom.com/show/2014/12/14/menorah-horah-2 Celebrate eight dreidel-spinning nights of Hanukkah in one special evening of music, laughs, latkes and burlesque. The world-class Schlep Sisters – Minnie Tonka and Darlinda Just Darlinda – are joined by premier burlesque stars Little Brooklyn, Broadway Brassy, Cherry Pitz, The Bedlam Dolls, Zoe Ziegfeld, Fancy Feast and Varla Velour. Plus DJ Momotaro and host Jonny Porkpie. (The Highline Ballroom 431 W 16th St, 6pm doors/7:30pm show, GA: $20 adv/$25 door, VIP: $30 adv/$35 door)

BURLESQUE: I Choose You, Stella Chuu. A Benefit for Love http://www.slipperroom.com/event/708545 Nerdlesque's favorite anime princess, Stella Chuu, has had a hard year... all set to celebrate love and life next spring, her hopes were dashed when Brooklyn venue, Rebar, stole her $25,000 wedding deposit with no hope of recovery. Come celebrate and help out Stella; 100% of proceeds will go towards giving her the wedding she deserves. Featuring: Bastard Keith, Stormy Leather, Nina la Voix, Rosebud, Evelyn Vinyl, Ginger Twist, Dame CuchiFrita, Christopher David Bousquet, Legs Malone, Cheeky Lane, Matthew Holtzclaw, Aurora Black, Lewd Alfred Douglas, Ruby Solitaire, and Wae Messed. Plus special surprises, an epic raffle, and gogo, with all money going to Stella. (The Slipper Room, 167 Orchard St, 7pm, $20/$30 reserved seat)

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MUSIC: Metropolitan Klezmer 20th Anniversary & CD Release Concert http://www.eldridgestreet.org/event/cd-release-concert-metropolitan-klezmer Metropolitan Klezmer launches "Mazel Means Good Luck," the band's fifth album of joyous, evocative and marvelously eclectic music – just in time to celebrate the band's 20th anniversary and on the cusp of Hanukkah, too. The full octet performs an original, neo-traditional repertoire, from full-out rollicking freylekhs and swinging post-war Yiddish pop, to wistful and little-known late Soviet cartoon score, and the gorgeous and genre-defying compositions by Metropolitan Klezmer bandmates themselves. (Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge St, 7pm-9pm, $20/$15 stu and sen)

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ART: Creative Misfits: Art & Fashion Holiday Event http://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-misfits-art-fashion-holiday-event-tickets-14708191597 Immerse yourself in a night dedicated to creativity and witness the fruits of New York City's legendary creative hustle. Featuring Artists: Sharinna, Imani Shanklin Roberts, Lauren Espejo, Michael McIntosh, and Raisin Brand; Designers: Shades of Gray, Byron Lars, Georgie & Elaine & Brokenness; and DJ Rodney Hazard. Two hour open bar. (Cow and Clover, 291 Kent Ave, BK, 7pm-9pm, $20, 21+)

COMEDY: Crooked Nut. https://tix.smarttix.com/Modules/Sales/SalesMainTabsPage.aspx?ControlState=1&DiscountCode=&SalesEventId=3552&DC= Whether you celebrate all of the holidays or none at all, experience a new twist on a seasonal favorite. The classic ballet gets a contemporary twist from the notorious dance company "Crooked Mouth". It's the same story you know and love featuring contemporary movement, a rock n roll score, and some theatrical flair. (The Celebration Of Whimsy/The C.O.W., 21-A Clinton St, 8pm, $15)

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BURLESQUE: Hotsy Totsy Burlesque tribute to the Stars Wars Holiday Special http://www.slipperroom.com/event/732443-hotsy-totsy-burlesque-tribute-new-york Join for a night of Star Wars themed burlesque acts and clips from the actual 1978 fiasco. If you have not seen The Star Wars Holiday Special, then you have not seen special guest star Bea Arthur sing and dance with the space alien bar patrons from the Tatooine Cantina. Hosted by Cherry Pitz and Handsome Brad with performances by Brief Sweat, Ivory Fox, Jenny C'est Quoi, Magdalena Fox, Rosey La Rouge, Ruby Solitaire, Topher Bousquet and Melody Merlot. And warming up the crowd will by Erika Rodgers. (The Slipper Room, 167 Orchard St, 8pm, $10)

WORD: Naked Girls Reading's 6th Annual A Christmas Carol http://nakedgirlsreading.com/newyork Host Nasty Canasta (declared by the New York Times to be "perhaps the loveliest and certainly the nudest Scrooge in history") leads an all-star cast of exhibitionists in an in-the-buff reading of this special version of A Christmas Carol, just as Dickens himself originally performed it - although perhaps a bit more naked. Join Nasty Canasta, Anja Keister, Aria Vines, Charles Stunning and Sydni Deveraux in a celebration of the true meaning of the holidays: give the gift of full-frontal literature to a loved one - or yourself. - and don't miss out on any of the joys of the season. (Under St Marks, 94 St Marks Pl, 9pm, $25)

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BURLESQUE: Wasabassco's 70s Christmas Carol http://www.wasabassco.com Wasabassco heads back to the 70's with an original re-imagining of Dickens' beloved holiday classic. It's the heartwarming and funky tale of miserly nightclub owner Scrooge and the ghostly visitations and spectral stripteases that teach her the true meaning of Christmas: sweet, sweet lovin' under the disco ball. With performances by BooBess, Chris Harder, Dangrrr Doll, Doc Wasabassco, Dolly Debutante, Minnie Tonka, Nasty Canasta, Poison Ivory, Sapphire Jones, Sydni Deveraux, Tigger. and more. (The Bell House, 149 7th St, BK, 7:30pm doors/8pm show, $20)

BURLESQUE: We Are Not Amused II: An Excelsior Burlesque Tribute to the BBC http://wearenotamused.bpt.me Ever since we kicked 'em out, the Brits have been finding their way back into the USA. Today, the British Broadcasting Company has invaded our TV screens armed with period costume, the bon-est of mots, and wit so dry it hurts. Join us, then, and we ruffle a few knickers and set the teakettle singing by sending up some of the best of what British TV has to offer. With an all-colonial cast including: Liberty Rose, Charles Stunning, Taylor Sweet, Velvet Kensington, Crimson Kitty, JZ Bich, Miranda Raven & Ruby Solitaire. With host, Moe Cheezmo and gogo by Petite Renard. (The Parkside Lounge, 317 E Houston St, 9pm-11pm, $10/$15 reserved seat)

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THEATER: Send for the Million Men http://here.org/shows/detail/1555 The "crime of the century" of the 1920's jolts to life in modern day New York City in Joseph Silovsky's micro-history multimedia tale. With a compelling command of animatronics, robotics, puppetry, and handmade projectors, Silovsky examines the controversial executions of notorious anarchists Sacco and Vanzetti. Their bleak fates intertwine with Silovsky's own micro-tragic biography in a humorous and captivating history-rethink. (Wed-Sun thru 12/13, Here, 145 Sixth Ave, 8:30pm, $20)

THEATER: Kneehigh's Tristan & Yseult http://www.stannswarehouse.org/current_season.php?show_id=98 Following their astonishing Brief Encounter and The Wild Bride, the beguiling players from Kneehigh return with this glorious adaptation. Based on an epic ancient tale from Cornwall, the show revels in forbidden desires, broken heart­s, grand passions, and tender truths. Seen through the eyes of the "Unloved," this thrill ride of a production marries gorgeous live music and jaw-dropping theatricality for an irresistible night of love. (thru 12/14, Tue-Fri 8pm/Sat 3pm & 8pm/Sun 2pm & 7pm, St. Ann's Warehouse, 29 Jay St, BK, $40-$55)

FEST: BAM Next Wave Festival http://www.bam.org/programs/2014/next-wave-festival New York's most comprehensive and daring survey of avant-garde music, theater, opera and dance. Among this year's highlights, Shakespeare's sonnets staged by Next Wave mainstay Robert Wilson and the Berliner Ensemble, with a score by Rufus Wainwright; Beckett plays from the Royal Court Theater and Mighty Mouth, a revival of Tony Kushner's Angels in America (both parts 1 and 2) by Dutch director Ivo van Hove and his Tonneelgroep Amsterdam; music from Philip Glass, Meredith Monk and Vijay Iyer; and new dance pieces from Benjamin Millepied, William Forsythe and Justin Peck. Expect intriguing work from emerging avant-garde talents, with plenty of artist talks worked into the stew. (thru 12/20, Brooklyn Academy of Music, 30 Lafayette Ave, see site for details)

THEATER: Gifts http://www.lomtheater.org Join The Letter of Marque Theater Company this winter and fall in love with their new holiday play with a recharged adaptation of the parable, "The Gift of the Magi". "Gifts", looks at the holiday season through the lens of a modern relationship - joys and heartbreaks included. The show picks up where O. Henry's heartwarming tale leaves off, following the young couple from Christmas to Christmas as they learn and re-learn what it means to give, to receive and what they really want for themselves and for each other. Featuring an "olfactory wonderland" installation in the lobby. Oh, and there will be warm cookies, too. (thru 12/21, Thu-Sat/Mon 8pm, Sun 5pm, Access Theatre Inc, 380 Broadway, 4th fl, $20/FREE with RSVP)

ART: Greer Lankton's "Love Me" http://participantinc.org/ An exhibition organized in cooperation with the Greer Lankton Archives Museum (G.L.A.M.). This is the first major New York solo exhibition of Lakton (1958-1996) since her death. Representing the scope of Lankton's work with nearly 100 of Lankton's dolls, photographs, and works on paper. (Wed-Sun thru 12/21, Participant Inc, 253 East Houston St, 12pm-7pm, FREE)

VARIETY: Reverend Billy & The Stop Shopping Choir: Monsanto is the Devil http://www.publictheater.org/en/Tickets/Calendar/PlayDetailsCollection/Joes-Pub/2014/R/Reverend-Billy--the-Stop-Shopping-Choir-Honeybeellujah What time is this? Time to party before the plague? Or is it more like the 20's between world wars? In 2014, stepping on stage in fire and drought, freak storms and extinction… we feel a strange joy in these first days of apocalypse. We need to rededicate ourselves to the politicizing of survival, pitting our freedom against the financiers of climate change. The presence of the pesticides of "Big Ag" and the struggle by bees to survive, is inspiration for new songs, songs with lots of Bee-atitude, hard-working and sticky sweet. (Sundays thru 12/21, Joe's Pub, 425 Lafayette St, 1:30pm doors/2pm show, $15)

THEATER: The Representatives' "Dead Black Temp" http://therepresentatives.org A new play about an old friendship, a young romance, a birthday, a disease, a sublet and a screenplay. Written & directed by Stan Richardson, with Anna O'Donoghue, Marquis Rodriguez & Matt Steiner. 12/20 performance is the Friends of The Representatives Benefit Evening, and includes a post-show cocktail party with drinks & hors d'oeuvres. $75 per person. Contact matt@PROTECTED to attend Benefit. To attend other shows RSVP to: reservations@PROTECTED with first and second choice dates. Address of Williamsburg location disclosed 48 hours before the performance. (Wed-Sun thru 12/21, Secret BK Location, 8pm, Admission: 1 bottle of wine)

ART: STYX and STONES https://www.facebook.com/events/366935433455488 Krys Fox's STYX SERIES obtains its inspiration from two sources; first from Greek mythology and the rituals surrounding the River Styx. In the myth, the dead would have coins placed over their eyes as payment for Charon the Ferryman to deliver them across the River Styx to the afterlife. (thru 12/22, The Chelsea Eye Art Gallery, 57 West 19th St, 6pm-9pm, FREE)

ART/FILM: Plymptoons: Short Films and Drawings by Bill Plympton http://bit.ly/1m0ZAr7 In the gently surreal, endlessly inventive cartoons of Bill Plympton, the artist's unique imagination can be felt in every frame. Plympton is an independent filmmaker in the truest sense of the word; he personally draws and colors the cels for every frame of his films. Nearly 40 original drawings by Plympton from his films offer a view into his creative process, and there will be continuous screenings of an hour-long selection of Plympton's best short films. (thru 1/4, Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave, QNS, $12/$9 Sen & Stud/$6 children under 12)

ART: Classical Nudes and the Making of Queer History https://www.leslielohman.org/exhibitions/current.html Curated by scholar Jonathan David Katz, this exhibition, investigates the continued centrality of the classical nude over centuries of art making. It explores how images of the classical past have acted as recurring touchstones in the historical development of same-sex representation, and as such, constitute a sensitive barometer of the shifting constructions of what we today call gay and lesbian or queer culture. The classical past is thus gay culture's central origin myth, and its representation offers far more information about the culture that appropriates the classical past then it does about that past itself. In tracing this trajectory of the classical nude across history, this show concentrates on four major periods: Antiquity, the Renaissance, the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and the modern/contemporary periods. (Tue-Sun 12-6pm, thru 1/4/15, Leslie-Lohman Museum, 26 Wooster St, FREE)

ART: Select Cuts & Alterations http://www.foleygallery.com/exhibitions The gallery's inaugural exhibition. The gallery has long been interested in the intersection of works on paper and photography. This exhibit highlights the artists' physical interventions, both delicate and violent. Material included in the exhibition, but not limited to: 19th Century steel engravings, pulp fiction, Rives paper, anonymous photographs, pornography, beauty magazines, consumer packaging, steel, gelatin silver paper, color-aid, subway posters & legal tender. (Wed-Sun, thru 1/11/15, Foley Gallery, 59 Orchard St, 12pm-6pm, FREE)

ART: "Somebody Come and Play:" 45 Years of Sesame Street Helping Kids Grow Smarter, Stronger, and Kinder http://www.nypl.org/sesamestreet To celebrate the groundbreaking show's 45th season airing this fall, Sesame Workshop presents a multimedia exhibition for children and Sesame Street fans of all ages. The exhibition will offer visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the show's development process creating educational and entertaining content, and an opportunity to get close to the fuzzy and furry friends from everyone's favorite street. It will feature items from the archives of Sesame Workshop and The Library for the Performing Arts including scripts, storyboards, lead sheets, designs, photographs, animation cels, scores and more. (thru 1/31/15, The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza, see site for details, FREE)

ART: Animazing Fine Art's 2014 Collector's Exhibition http://afanyc.com/portfolio/kathie-olivas-at-afa-of-soho A very special collection of original illustrations by Great American Masters: Maurice Sendak, Charles Schulz, Theodore Geisel, Charles Addams, Tim Burton. Also on display is "Safe From Tomorrow", an exhibition of 20 new paintings and 16 sculptures by Kathie Olivas. (Mon-Sat 10am-7pm/Sun 11am-6pm, thru 1/31/15, SoHo NYC, 54 Greene St, FREE)

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