Date: January 22nd 2016

Hello lovelies,

SO MUCH coming up in the next month, wow! See below for full invites, but we'll also remind you that most active conversation around events happens on Facebook, and the ONLY way to be sure you get notices of events there is to "like" our official page - https://www.facebook.com/gemini.scorpio.loft - and then click "subscribe to events" / "show in timeline" in the "like" menu. One of the current active conversations, btw, is a possible blizzard movie marathon this weekend, but we're literally deciding now based on FB votes :)

ICYMI it last week: NYE Casino Battle Royale photos are up on Facebook, and you can tag yourself if you're friends with us: http://on.fb.me/1PgDjO6

Cheers,

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===+++===+++===+++=== OUR NEXT EVENT: 1/29 ===+++===+++===+++===

Bowie movie night 2! The Hunger + ?

https://www.facebook.com/events/1508986746072299

There's MORE BOWIE to watch, so clearly we must.

For this one: definitely The Hunger, and then an on-the-spot vote between Basquiat (Dennis Hopper! Gary Oldman! Benicio Del Toro!) or The Linguini Incident (a rom-com heist with Patricia Arquette!)

Please let us know if you have copies of these you can bring. We can play DVDs or anything off a flash drive.

If we have enough people (or have a cleanup volunteer from the audience :P), we'll fire up the popcorn machine. More hot cider, spiked or not, at the bar, plus many more options. $10 suggested pass-the-bucket donation.

===+++===+++===+++=== OUR NEXT EVENT: 2/13 ===+++===+++===+++===

Gemini & Scorpio present

Meet Me in Paris: a clandestine cabaret

Sat, Feb 13, $20 until 1am, $10 after, 21+ (25+ suggested) 9-10pm cocktail hour, 10pm-1am live acts, 1am-5am dancing & lounging Must RSVP for Gowanus, BK address Details TK / address RSVP: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/events.html Tix: http://bit.ly/GS_cabaret (advance recommended) FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1651740135080212/

A clandestine French cabaret, with live music, burlesque and variety acts, followed by late-night dancing and lounging in the softly-lit loft, absinthe and other special libations at the bar, and kissing on the sprawling roof. Our house band will be playing three full sets to swoon, sway and dance to, with deliciously naughty performances in between. It's also our annual Birthday celebration: we turn 13 this year!

Featuring: Three sets of vintage danceable French gems by Myriam Phiro & the Cavaliers of Swing Risqué burlesque by Honi Harlow, Dandy Dillinger and Edie Nightcrawler Hosted by dashing & dangerous magician Eric Walton Nouvelle chanson to electro-swing mix by DJ Poodlecannon (Marc Nasdor) Love & compatibility tarot readings by Peri Lyons

Dress code (as usual, required): Cabaret through the ages (turn-of-century Belle Époque La Goulue cabaret, 1920s Josephine Baker cabaret, 1930s Marlene Dietrich cabaret, 1940s Edith Piaf cabaret, 1950s Jacques Brel cabaret, 60s and beyond cabaret lounge, anachronistic punk cabaret); "Cabaret" the movie; vintage or modern high style; dressy & classy.

Press: "A Pigalle-style playground with can can dancers, cabaret acts and vintage gypsy jazz" - TimeOut NY. "If there's one team of party planners we trust with throwing a stunning clandestine French cabaret, it's Gemini & Scorpio." - Flavorpill.

===+++===+++===+++=== SAVE THE DATE: 2/14 ===+++===+++===+++===

The Russian Baths party is back! We're still finalizing details, but save the date and RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1715552222014536

===+++===+++===+++=== SAVE THE DATE: 2/26 ===+++===+++===+++===

The Cocktail Experiment is back! https://www.facebook.com/events/170720589960954

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

ART: Outsider Art Fair http://outsiderartfair.com Since the first Outsider Art Fair 25 years ago, interest in self-taught and folk artists has grown exponentially in the art world—so much so that the genre has had a major stylistic impact on many insider artists, including some with MFAs from the most important graduate programs in the country. This fair remains the premier showcase for this category of work, with a reach that's become worldwide. (Fri-Sun, Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th St, 11am, $20–$100)

THEATER: The Millay Sisters http://www.millaysisters.com/ What begins as a cabaret spins into a full evening of theatre, weaving in the story of Vincent’s rise to fame and illustrious career with the Millay family’s complex struggles, successes, tragedies and secrets. Come meet the famous one, the charming one, and the one they left behind. Featuring Margi Sharp Douglas and Rachel Murdy. Directed by Cynthia Croot and Joan Jubett. Musical direction and piano performance by Peter Szep. (Fri-Sun, this week and next, Gowanus Loft, 61 9th St, C8, BK, 7:30pm, $25)

DANCE: FLICfest 2016 http://irondale.org/onstage/current-season/flicfest A festival of Feature Length Independent Choreography. Each evening of the fest includes two feature-length dance theater works followed by a performance cabaret in the balcony lounge. FLIC aims to bring great performance to a new audience as well as create a strong sense of community and a forum for the exchange of ideas among independent choreographers. (Fri/Sat/Thu, this week and next, Irondale Ensemble Project, 85 S Oxford St, BK, 7:30pm, $25/$20 stu & art)

VARIETY: Nasty Drew And That Harder Boy: The Mystery of the Family Jewels http://www.slipperroom.com/event/1011051-guest-event-nasty-drew-that-new-york A Play with burlesque, drag, circus performances and clues and nudity and stuff. "When Lady Fifi Dubois' family jewels are mysteriously snatched, teen detectives Nasty Drew and that Harder boy team up to take down the mystery diamond deviant. Using a tangle of polyester weave as their first clue, Nasty and Harder peel their way through a long list of seedy suspects, including Leo + Teo, those 'queer' brothers!" Written by Chris Harder and featuring: Nasty Canasta, Bastard Keith, Fancy Feast, Fifi Dubois, Sir Honey Davenport, Nina La Voix, Poison Eve, and Leo + Teo. (Sun/Mon, The Slipper Room NYC, 167 Orchard St, 7pm doors/7:30 show, $15/$25)

THEATER: Artilliers Presents: A Dream Play http://www.artilliers.org/upcoming Agnes, the daughter of the gods, has come to Earth to discover if being alive is as difficult as human beings make it out to be. Spoiler alert: it definitely is - and human beings have some choice words for those responsible. Trade your snow boots for slippers and snuggle up for a semi-interactive live bedtime story filled with blanket forts, sock puppets, and the existential dread of childhood. Sunday special naptime performance with hot chocolate and a blanketed communal nap mat so you can drift off to sleep as the play unfolds before you and seeps into your dreams. (Fri-Sat/Wed/Thu 8pm, Sun 2pm, this week & next, Chinatown Soup, 16B Orchard St, BK, 8pm, $18/$10 cushion seating/$14 Sunday)

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PARTY: The Secret Theatre's Rent Party http://www.secrettheatre.com/gala.html Secret Theatre is in the middle of a campaign to raise a lot of money to secure their future in LIC. As part of the campaign they are throwing this party featuring live performances by Scott Von, Richard Mazda, lauren Elder, and a sneak preview of their upcoming production of A Chorus Line. Free food, open bar, goodie bags for first 75 guests, several sponsors, and secret stuff. (Secret Theater, 4402 23rd St, LIC, 6pm-10pm, $40)

EVENT: LES Films and Comic Book Festival http://comicbookfest.eventbrite.com A New York City festival of short films, comic book showcase, comedy, art, cosplay shows, bands, poetry, Marvel Vs. Capcom 3, and Ultra Street Fighter 4. An event to end poverty and homelessness with Goodwill Rescue Mission. Cosplay show: Emy Rose Cosplay, Cosplay Love Pro, BetaCosplay, the Red Cyclone, photography by Knightmare6, and Ultra Street Fighter 4 PS3. Comic book showcase: Ellesaur Arts, Craig Johnson II, Curves and Bullets, artbybang, Ghost the Artist, Mindy Indy, Todd Matthy, and BiT Happens. Film festival: Vemana by Hamza Zaman, a film by Arnold Pitre, Solace Episode 1 by Ralph Puma, American Pinup, the Other Side of New York by Vinay Pujara, and Marvel vs Capcom. Live music room: Actor Joseph D Fisher, actress Sarah Bosch, comedian Josh Potter, comedian Tony Jackson, poetry and hip hop by MCCB, Petra Jarrar, Ed Bersano, Madeline Woods, and Jonathan Gianino. (Lovecraft, 50 Avenue B near 4th St, 7pm-12am, $5 benefit contribution + 1 drink min, 21+)

FILM: John Landis's The Blues Brothers: A Benefit to Save the Chain Theatre https://www.facebook.com/events/919183891522039 A special fundraiser-screening to help the Chain and Variations Theatre Group with the transition to their new space. What better way than with the Blues Brothers? Irreverent, bold, and still very funny, John Landis' classic follows the misadventures of two cold-as-ice brothers who attempt to save their childhood orphanage by putting their old band back together and raising $5,000 to pay back taxes. DJ brian_constant will be spinning blues classics during the cocktail hour, and a curator's reel of SNL classics will looping as well. (The Chain, 21-28 45th Rd, LIC, 7pm doors/8p film, $15)

PARTICIPATORY: STK’s Cardboard Robot Battle, Episode V tix: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2479956 A unique puppetry event where nine cardbots powered by the nerds that made them slug it out in four matches and our battle royal. With inter-match shows, ring girls, drink specials with a sci-fi twist, celebrity hosts, and plenty of surprises. Want to compete? Think you've got the nuts and bolts to enter the ring? We’ll be holding our traditional building party so let us know if you need space to realize your cardboard killing machine. (Standard Toykraft, 722 Metropolitan Ave, 3rd fl, W'burg, BK, 8pm, $18 adv/$22 door)

VARIETY: Slingshot's Antik Roadshow https://www.facebook.com/events/1708487722703108/ An immersive night of music, revelry, fire & circus arts: a cabaret event that blends the worlds of circus, theater and underground music into a unique evening that will have you wondering if the passed out guy at the bar is next to walk a tightrope, or if perhaps that musical cue is actually your signal to begin the next burlesque act. Presented by: Aviv & Ipsum. Be the show! MUSIC: Slingshot and M.H. & His Orchestra. DJ Shoeshine follows. CIRCUS ARTS: Fire Siren: Tara Mc Manus; Gargantuan Debutante: Natalie McFancy; Hot foot: Graham Stockdale; Burning Fuckboy: John O'Mahoney; Flying Diva: Torrie Ogilvie; Damsel Dichotomy: Stacey Spectacularr; Lascivious Lady: Erika Rosell; Ethereal Empress: Rebecca Fey Collins. (BIZARRE Bushwick, 12 Jefferson St, Bushwick, BK, 9pm-4am, $10, 21+)

===+++===+++===+++=== MONDAY ===+++===+++===+++===

THEATER: For Madmen Only An unparalleled and distinctive new immersive rock experience based on Hermann Hesse's iconic narrative, Steppenwolf, which follows one broken man's journey through the flames as he rediscovers his true potential. RSVP at chrisfinknyc]at]gmail.com. (Stage 48, 605 West 48th St, 8pm, FREE with RSVP)

===+++===+++===+++=== TUESDAY ===+++===+++===+++===

FILM/PERFORMANCE: Little Cinema: The Prestige http://houseofyes.org/calendar/ An immersive screening that casts the magical spell of live performers throughout and climaxes with a live magic show by the one and only Adam Cardone, the handsome illusionist that consulted on the actual film. Prepare for a night of magic, drama, top hats, and illusion. Wear your Top Hat or cape for one free drink. (House of Yes, 2 Wyckoff Ave, BK, 8p-10p, $11.35)

===+++===+++===+++=== ONGOING ===+++===+++===+++===

ART: Michael Neff's "Suspended Forest" https://www.facebook.com/events/431151743749517 A room-filling forest of discarded Christmas trees collected from the streets of Brooklyn. The exhibit is on view for a month and configured in a grid, which allows time for the trees to shed their needles into halos on the smooth concrete floor below. Paired with the subtle pine fragrance of the trees and the opportunity for quiet contemplation, the exhibition encourages repeated viewing. (thru 1/30, Knockdown Center, 52-19 Flushing Ave, QNS, see website for details, FREE)

THEATER/PARTICIPATORY: Broken Bone Bathtub http://elephantrundistrict.org A site-specific, submersive performance event that takes place in a bathtub in various homes across NYC for an audience of four to eight people at a time. A young woman breaks her hand in a Brooklyn bike accident and gains the courage to ask others for help in the actual ritual of taking a bath. Friends (or audience?) gather around the tub to help her, as they share their own stories with each other and explore the true nature of healing. Continues through 1/31. (thru 1/31, Wed-Sun, Various locations in all boroughs, address with RSVP, 7pm & 9pm, $25)

FEST: The Exponential Festival http://theexponentialfestival.org/ A multiweek theater festival that seeks to promote theatrical performances created in New York and presented across Brooklyn. Performances take place in partnership with the Bushwick Starr, the Brick Theater, Cloud City, and Vital Joint at the Silent Barn. Participating artists/companies include 3 Sticks, Banana Bag and Bodice, Eliza Bent, Bread Arts Collective, Darian Dauchan, Jason Trachtenburg, Jeff Seal, and Title:Point Productions. (thru 1/30, multiple locations, see website for details)

PERFORMANCE: Nightcap Riot: Mombucha http://www.nightcapriot.com A concert, play and beverage tasting/mixology tutorial...all in one night, for only 50 people. Craft artisanal kombucha tutorial and tasting with head brewer, heater performance of an adaptation of GB Shaw's play "The Man of Destiny", concert with featured artist, take-home package including one 10 oz. bottle of Mombucha and a kombucha starter kit, passed hors d'oeuvres, and Mombucha Specialty Cocktail bar. [Use code "jointheriot" for 10% discount] (Fri-Sun, thru 2/14, Magick City, 37 Box St, BK, $50 + 2 drink minimum)

DANCE: Company XIV: Snow White http://companyxiv.com Immerse yourself in a hedonistic display of gorgeous and decadent winter entertainment in this unique fusion of nightlife and theatre. Dark, Dangerous and Decadently Delicious (thru 3/12/16, Minetta Lane Theatre, 18 Minetta Lane, see website for details, $55-$75)

ART: Coney Island: Visions of an American Dreamland, 1861–2008 https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/exhibitions/coney_island_american_dreamland For 150 years, Coney Island has lured artists as a microcosm and icon of American culture. This is the first major exhibition to explore the kaleidoscopic visual record they created, documenting the historic destination’s beginnings as a watering hole for the wealthy, its transformation into a popular beach resort and amusement mecca, its decades of urban decline culminating in the closing of Astroland, and its recent revival as a vibrant and growing community. This exhibition charts shifts in artistic styles and national moods through approximately 140 objects. (thru 3/13/16, Wed-Sun, Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Pkwy, Morris A. and Meyer Schapiro Wing, 5th Fl, BK, 11am-6pm, FREE w/museum entry: $16/$10 stu & sen)

ART: "Energy Scaffolds and Information Architecture" and Gamelatron Roh Ageng http://www.drawingcenter.org/en/drawingcenter/5/exhibitions/9/upcoming/1134/louise-despont-energy-scaffolds-and-information-architecture Louise Despont has created 2 internal sanctuary spaces within the main gallery that will house large-scale drawings on antique ledger paper. On the outer walls of the gallery encompassing the rooms is the installation Gamelatron Roh Ageng by Aaron Taylor Kuffner. The gallery is transformed into a temple like environment with benches to sit in peaceful reflection on the work. (Thru 3/20, The Drawing Center, 35 Wooster St, see website for details, $5/$3 stud & sen/FREE children under 12 & Thu 6-8pm)

PUPPETS: The Woodsman http://www.thewoodsmanplay.com Based on the beloved writings of L. Frank Baum, this shows tells the origin story of the Tin Woodsman, the woman he loved, and the witch that would stop at nothing to keep them apart. Back by popular demand, Strangemen & Co. brings this hauntingly beautiful Land of Oz to life through spectacular puppetry and original music. [G&S NOTE: $39/$49/$59 tickets through 4/3/16 with code: "WMPROD16"] (thru 5/29, New World Stages. 340 West 50th Ave, see website for details, $45-$85)

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