Listings

Dance

DecadanceOhad Naharin’s clever and humorous full-company piece distorts the reality between the audience and the performer. “Decadance” reconstructs excerpts from ten of his works created between 1985-2006. Wed.–Sun. through July 1. Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet, 547 W 26th St., 212-868-4444, www.cedarlakedance.com.

Dining AloneTricia Brouk performs five solos that she has collected throughout her career as a dancer with various companies in NYC. June 29 & 30 at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $20. Dance Theater Workshop, 219 W 19th St. 212-598-0551. www.dtw.org

Savion GloverThe Tony Award-winning tap dancing pioneer returns in a thrilling production. The tap dancing penguin hero of “Happy Feet,” Glover inspires all ages with a joy and energy all his own. Through July 14. Tickets: $44, $33 members. Joyce Theater, 175 8th Ave. For more information and to purchase tickets, call JoyceCharge at (212) 242-0800 or visit www.joyce.org.

Events

Adidas Urban RunRunners of all levels are invited to participate in twice-weekly group runs on the Hudson River Park bikeway/walkway. Simply show up ready to run (4 to 8 miles). Tuesdays at 7pm, Sundays at 10am. Free. Runners meet at the Adidas Urban Run office, next door to Ruthy’s Café on Pier 62 at Chelsea Piers, 22nd St. and the Hudson River. For more information, contact Jillian Mastroianni at 212-336-6879 or mastrj@chelseapiers.com.

Chelsea Coalition on HousingThe grassroots tenant organizing group is having its annual Block Fair and Fiesta, featuring music, entertainment, vendors, flea market, Spanish homemade food,

arts & crafts for children and more. June 30, 11 am – 7 pm. 17th St. (between 8th & 9th Aves.) For information, call 917-880-2677.

General SkatingSky Rink is offering general skating on Sundays through Aug. 26, 1–3:50 pm. Free (does not include cost of skate rental). Chelsea Piers, Pier 61, 23rd St. & the Hudson River, 212-336-6100.

The Wrong Storeis an art installation “in the language of a retail or guerrilla shop.” The trick is that no one can enter and nothing can be purchased individually. (Only the complete installation is for sale.) Stop by and window shop for works by Joseph Beuys, Maurizio Cattelan, Herzog & De Meuron, Sol Le Witt, and more. Through July 9. 259 10th Ave. (near 25th St.) 212-982-1475.

Exhibitions

John Ahearn & Rigoberto Torres, “Inhotim”New sculptures based on murals made in Brumadinho, Brasil. Through June 30. Alexander and Bonin, 132 Tenth Ave. at 18th St. 212-367-7474. www.alexanderandbonin.com.

Kelynn Z. Alder, “Vendors”Paintings and monotypes, including portraits of mostly outdoor vendors encountered by the artist in Mexico, Costa Rica, Honduras, Ecuador, Australia, Papua New Guinea and Coney Island. Through June 30. Viridian Artists Inc., 530 W 25th St., #407, 212-414-4040, www.viridianartists.com.

Micha Bar-AmThe Israeli photojournalist presents a selection of work spanning over 5 decades. Through June 29. Andrea Meislin Gallery, 526 W. 26th St. # 214, 212-627-2552, www.andreameislin.com.

Francesco Clemente, “Portraits”All painted in the artist’s New York studio between 1999 and the present, the sixteen oils on canvas that comprise this exhibition are portraits of individuals prominent in the New York art world, such as Helen Marden, Shelley Aarons, and Lisa Dennison. Through June 30. May Boone Gallery, 541 W 24th St., 212-752-2929, www.maryboonegallery.com.

Color Before ColorEuropean Color Photography from the 1970’s on view through July 20. Curated by Martin Parr. Hasted Hunt Gallery, 529 W 20th St., 3rd Fl., 212-627-0006, www.hastedhunt.com.

Nobu Fukui, “Looking Forward”A solo exhibition of complex canvases that pay homage to the art of anime and comic book heroes and heroines. Through Jul. 7. Stephen Haller Gallery, 524 W 26th St., 212-741-7777, www.stephenhallergallery.com.

Genesis I’m SorryA group exhibition that “theatrically stages and re-stages itself over the course of its run.” Featuring work by Rudolf Schwarzkogler, Guy de Cointet, Jack Smith and more. Through Aug. 10. Greene Naftali, 508 W 26th St. 8th Fl. 212-463-7770. www.greenenaftaligallery.com.

Global Tribesbrings together an engaging group of international artists working in a variety of styles and media. Through Jul. 14. Monkdog Urban Art, 547 W 27 St. 5th Fl., 212-216-0030, www.monkdogz.com.

Wayne GonzalesKnown for his politically charged paintings based on photographs and documents culled from the archives of American history and popular culture, the artist now presents new paintings based on images of crowds found on the Internet. Through June 30. Paula Cooper Gallery, 521 W 21st St. 212.255.1105. www.paulacoopergallery.com.

Andreas GurskyThe artist’s fifth exhibition at Matthew Marks Gallery includes twelve large-scale photographs, both landscapes and interior views, made over the last three years. Featuring the largest photographs in the artist’s oeuvre to date, the new series “Boxenstopp” (Pit Stop) stems from the world of Formula One racing. Through June 30 at the 522 W 22nd St. location.Peter Fischli and David Weiss, “Equilibries”An exhibition of 80 photographs made in 1984 and 1987 by the collaborating duo. Through June 30. Matthew Marks Gallery, 522 W 22nd St., 212-243-0200, www.matthewmarks.com.

Mercedes Helnwein, “Strange Days”The Vienna-based artist’s first New York solo show features intricate ink drawings that address various subjects, from southern blues to Russian literature to comic book artists. Through Jul. 8. Bespoke Gallery, 547 W 27th St. 6th Fl. 212-695-8201. www.bespokegallery.net.

Joan Mitchell FoundationWorks by the 2006 MFA grant recipients. Through Jul. 28. Cue Art Foundation, 511 W 25th St. 212-206-3583. www.cueartfoundation.org.

Killing Time: An exhibition of Cuban artists from the 1980s to the presentCurated by Elvis Fuentes, Yuneikys Villalonga, and Glexis Novoa, this exhibition focuses on the work of over seventy contemporary Cuban artists who have approached the subject of time. Time patterns: Rewriting History, Productive Journey vs. Free Time: From Diversion to Subversion, and Aging and Decaying: An Archaeology of Utopia, are some of many subjects explored in different media, including performances, installations, photographs, videos, drawings, paintings, sculpture, murals, prints and ephemera. A special section of the exhibition features the origins of Performance and Conceptual art in Cuba, through original works and documentation materials never before shown in the United States. Through Jul. 28. Exit Art, 475 Tenth Ave. 212-966-7745. www.exitart.org.

Rolanda KullaNew bridge paintings of New York City by the Chicago-based artist.Thomas GermanoNew Paintings of DUMBO & New York City by the Brooklyn-based artist. Both through Jul. 14. George Billis Gallery, 511 W 25th St. Ground Fl. 212-645-2621. www.georgebillis.com.

Marcia Kure, “Vogue Series”Partly influenced by ancient cave drawings, the artist’s first New York solo exhibition consists of a small army of female figures dressed in exotic and surreal costumes and created with a West African pigment. Through Jul. 13.Illuminationis artist Michael Somoroff’s synthesis of film, video, high-definition computer animation, and virtual photography components that culminate in one seamless, 270-degree surround experience. Through Aug. 10. Off site at 508 W 26th St. BravinLee Programs, 526 W 26th St., #211, 212-462-4404, www.bravinlee.com.

Ellen Levin, “Hell”A “wild and dynamic” installation in which the artist protests the commercialization of art. Through July 21. Protest Space, 511 W 20th St., ground Fl., 646 734 4771.

LoadedGroup exhibition featuring six artists who individually address issues related to cultural stimuli overload. Through Jul. 28. M.Y. Art Prospects, 547 W 27th St., 2nd floor, 212-268-7132, www.myartprospects.com.

Locations of Elsewhereis a group exhibition that deals with parallel realities in artists’ work in either its formal or conceptual qualities. Through June 30. Peer Gallery, West Chelsea Arts Building, 526 W 26th St. Ste. 208, 212.741.6599, www.peergallery.com.

Daniel Lopez (From Chile to Chelsea: Post-Pinochet Art)Daniel Lopez was one of the many pseudonyms used by the now deceased dictator Augusto Pinochet. The exhibition, composed by young Chilean artists who reside in New York and Santiago, has as its goals to foreground the corruption that Pinochet’s most intimate circle was involved in. Through June 30. White Box, 525 W 26th St. 212-714-2347, www.whiteboxny.org. Also on view at Roebling Hall, 606 W 26th St. 212 929 8180. www.roeblinghall.com.

Male/Female: The New Realism With works by: David Kassan, Mel Leipzig, Kathy Ruttenberg, Sharon Sprung, Martin Weinstein, Stephen Wright, & Eric Zener. Through June 30. Gallery Henoch, 555 W. 25th St. 917-305-0003. www.galleryhenoch.com.

Yuri Masnyjintroduces new sculptures to complement his meticulously detailed drawings. First shown at the 2006 Whitney Biennial, the sculptures are three-dimensional adaptations of his drawings that reorder the fragmented art historical, architectural and design elements of the artist’s iconography. Through Jul. 31. Metro Pictures, 519 W 24th St. 212 206 7100. www.metropicturesgallery.com.

The Matrix of AbstractionTwo artists conveying themes of love, loss and change as they open doors to contemplation and commentary in this exhibition of abstract and figurative images.The Rapture of FormPaintings and sculptures explore spirituality, love, and the depth of human experience.Vivid PortrayalsWorks that explore the power and potential of figurative expression. All through Jul. 17. Agora Gallery, 530 W 25th St. 2nd Fl. 212-226-4151. www.Agora-Gallery.com.

The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai LamaContemporary artists from around the globe — such as Marina Abramovic, Christo & Jeanne-Claude and Bill Viola — offer a wide range of works inspired by the Dalai Lama. Through Sep. 3. Lynn Davis, “Illumination”The result of the artist’s search for the greatest universal sites, both man-made and natural. Through Jul. 16. Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th Street. 212-620-5000. $10 adults/$7 seniors, students and artists. Closed on Tuesdays.

Newly ReleasedFeatured thesis projects by students in the MFA Photography, Video and Related Media Department, including video installations and documentary and conceptual photographic work. Curated by faculty member Marvin Heiferman. Through June 30. Visual Arts Gallery, 601 W 26 St., 15th Fl., 212.592.2145.

Stuart O’Sullivan, “A Shared History”A series of photographs taken at homes in Pennsylvania and Vermont belonging to the family of the artist’s wife. The images of the homes’ interiors and landscapes become portraits of their inhabitants. Through July 13. Daniel Cooney Fine Art, 511 West 25th Street, #506, 212-255-8158, www.danielcooneyfineart.com.

Roxy Paine, “Three Works”Mad. Sq. Art, the Madison Square Park Conservancy’s free outdoor exhibition program, presents three stainless steel sculptures, “Conjoined,” “Defunct” and “Erratic,” all by the conceptual artist. Through Dec. 31. Free. Madison Square Park, 5th Ave. & 23rd St. For more information, call 212-538-4689 or visit www.madisonsquarepark.org.

Portrait of an Artist/TeacherCurated by SVA faculty member Michael Filan, this exhibition features a variety of media by graduating students in the MAT Art Education Department. Their work addresses the challenges of being a teacher and preserving their own devotion to being artists themselves. June 30 – Jul. 28. Reception: Jul. 9, 5-7 pm. Westside Gallery, 133/141 W 21 St. 212-592-2145.

Julian Pozzi, “Here’s the Plan”Paintings that weave architecture, bodies, and landscape into intricately gridded and ghostly structures of both large and small scale. Through June 30. Jeff Bailey Gallery, 511 W. 25th St. #207. 212-989-0156. www.baileygallery.com

Promised Landconsists of multimedia work by mid-career artists. Curated by Elizabeth M. Grady of the Whitney Museum of American Art, the show addresses the recent upsurge in art dealing with “American” imagery, broadly defined. Through Aug. 4. Morgan Lehman, 317 10th Ave. 212-268-6699. www.morganlehmangallery.com.

Silkscreens – New Prints 2007This presentation of the International Print Center New York’s New Prints program consists of 36 prints by 35 emerging to established artists. June 29 – Aug. 3. 526 W 26th St. Room 824, 212-989-5090, www.ipcny.org.

Source Codeis a retrospective exhibition looking at parameter-based work generated at Eyebeam’s labs, and its evolution over time. Featuring works by Cory Arcangel, Carrie Dashow, eteam, Nina Katchadourian, Steve Lambert, Jennifer and Kevin McCoy, among others. This is the first of a series of three 10th Anniversary exhibitions at Eyebeam. Through Aug. 11. 540 W 21 St. (between 10th and 11th Aves.), www.eyebeam.org.

Katleen Sterck and Terry Rozo, “From Spanish Chapels to First Born”A series of new photographs that address issues of fertility and how we experience it today. Through June 30. Frederieke Taylor Gallery, 535 W 22nd St., 6th Fl., 646-230-0992, www.frederieketaylorgallery.com.

Strange MagicAn exhibition of five artists working in the mediums of film and photography. Artists Anne Collier, Liz Deschenes, Amy Granat, Eileen Quinlan and Sara Vanderbeek create abstract, allegorical and scientific investigations of objects and materials. Through Jul. 28. Luhring Augustine, 531 W 24th St. 212-206-9100. www.luhringaugustine.com.

Julianne Swartz, “Hope” The exhibition includes eight kinetic sculptures and three sound works. Made with clock motors, steel wire, and cement, the sculptures incorporate sound and movement to communicate the fragility of the body, and the vulnerability and potency of the human heart. Through June 29. Josée Bienvenu Gallery, 529 W 20th St. 2nd Fl. 212-206-7990. www.joseebienvenugallery.com.

Erick SwensonThe gallery’s second solo show by the Texas-based artist consists of a single meticulously crafted work that portrays fragments of a killer whale’s corpse floating in a transparent-blue watery field of poured resin. Through June 30. James Cohan Gallery, 533 W 26th St. 212-714-9500. www.jamescohan.com.

Universal Language & The Avant-GardeA show exploring the artistic relationship between artists Viking Eggeling and Hans Richter. Through Jul. 28. Maya Stendhal Gallery, 545 W 20th St., 212.366.1549, www.mayastendhalgallery.com.

Federico Uribe, “Human Nature”In collaboration with Puma, the conceptual artist has created a life sized urban jungle entirely composed of shoes. This exhibition focuses on the environment, the artificial and the natural, longevity, and ideas about the human impact on the planet. Through Aug. 18.Don’t Kiss Me: The Art of Claude Cahun & Marcel MooreCahun was a French photographer who explored notions of gender, sexuality and identity. She lived and worked with Moore for over forty years. Their work is on view through Jul. 28.Miwa Yanagi, “Deutsche Bank Collection”The first solo exhibition for this Japanese artist in the U.S. features over 30 photographs representing three unique bodies of work, and a new video work. Through Aug. 25. Chelsea Art Museum, Home of the Miotte Foundation, 556 W 22nd St. at 11th Ave. 646-425-0981. www.chelseaartmuseum.org.

VersusTwo distinct art works are pitted against each other, reflecting new meaning. Featuring Carlos Matter vs. Amy Myers and John Mewsom vs. Arnulf Rainer. Through July 21. Mike Weiss Gallery, 520 W 24th St. 212-691-6899.

Dustin YellinLarge-scale cast resin sculptures, some over eight feet in height, reminiscent of insects and plants captured in amber. Through July. Robert Miller Gallery, 524 W 26th St. 212-366-4774. www.robertmillergallery.com.

Music

Barbara FasanoThe award-winning vocalist’s new set called “Round About” has been extended, with performances added on June 29 & 30 at 8 pm. Ms. Fasano will sing songs by Vernon Duke, Duke Ellington, Jerome Kern, Dorothy Fields, Carolyn Leigh, Jule Styne, Kurt Weill, and others. Joining her will be pianist/arranger John di Martino, known for his work with Freddy Cole, Grady Tate and the late Ray Barretto. $20 cover and two-drink minimum. The Metropolitan Room, 34 W 22nd St. For reservations, call 212.206.0440.

Marie-Line GrindaThis “Amazonian French blonde” is bringing her songwriting to the New York stage. Her bilingual show will feature R&B tunes and ballads. June 29 at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $15. The Cutting Room, 19 W 24th St. (between Broadway & 6th Ave.) 212-691-1900. www.thecuttingroomnyc.com.

Music in ChelseaEvery Sunday at 4 p.m. Suggested donation $10 ($5 seniors and students). St. Peter’s Church, 346 W 20th St., 212-929-2390.

Annie RossThe jazz legend continues her run of Tuesdays at the Metropolitan Room at Gotham, 7 p.m. 34 W 22nd St. 212-206-0440, www.metropolitanroom.com.

Whirled MusicThis series presents artists performing Jazz, Blues, New Soul, Bluegrass and more. Takes place nightly. No cover. Greenwich Village Bistro, 3 Carmine St., 212-206-9777.

Talks & Readings

Book Clubof Chelsea Community Church is discussing “What Paul Meant” by Garry Wills, Sundays at 10:30 am. First floor Rectory Chapel, 346 W 20th St. For more information, e-mail Rev. John Magisano, pastoral counselor, at jmagi@aol.com

Theater

Better Than the Machinepresents “It’s not me. (It’s you.),” a completely original sketch comedy revue that takes a look at what happens when people don’t listen to each other, whether in the classroom, on the couch, or at the end of a gun. June 30 at 7 pm. Tickets: $8; available at thepit-nyc.com or by calling 1-800-838-3006. The People’s Improv Theater, 154 W 29th St. (between 6th & 7th aves.)

Candis Cayne1930s style dinner show with dance, song, voice and comedy. Mondays at 9 & 9:30pm. $30 prix fixe menu or free standing room at the bar. Aspen, 30 W. 22nd St., 212-645-5040.

From Riverdale to Riverheadis the story of four women who set out from The Bronx to visit an inmate at the Riverhead Correctional Facility. Hours in an overcrowded car reveal family secrets, stifled emotions, dangerous tempers, and more. Through June 30. Tickets: $35. Studio Dante, 257 W 29th St. www.studiodante.com.

The Potomac Theatre ProjectThis political theater company has been producing shows for 20 years in the DC area. Now based in New York City, they present Howard Barker’s “No End of Blame,” the story of a political cartoonist whose pen is dipped in poison, and “Politics of Passion: the plays of Anthony Minghella,” an evening featuring 3 early one-acts. The former runs through Jul. 13; the latter through Jul. 14. Tickets: $18. The Atlantic Stage, 330 W 16 St. 800-838-3006, www.brownpapertickets.com.

Target Margin Theaterpresents two new theatrical works, “The Argument” and “Dinner Party,” as part of their season focusing on reinventions of Classical Greek literature. Written and performed by David Greenspan, “The Argument” is based on Aristotle’s treatise Poetics (c. 350 BCE) and the essays of Gerald F. Else. “Dinner Party” is based on Plato’s Symposium (c. 360 BCE) and asks us how we love and what we think love is. June 29 & 30 at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $15. The Kitchen, 512 W. 19th St., 212-255-5793, www.thekitchen.org.

Tours

Contemporary Art Gallery ToursNew York Gallery Tours presents walking tours through the world’s center for contemporary art. Check top exhibits on the Best Exhibits tour or exhibits with a queer sensibility on the Gay and Lesbian tour. Saturdays at 1 p.m., rain or shine. Tickets $20. Check website for specific dates. Meet at 526 W. 26th St. 212-946-1548. www.nygallerytours.com.

The Historic Flatiron District90-minute walking tours through this vibrant neighborhood, featuring some of the City’s most notable buildings, including the New York Life Insurance building, the MetLife tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the Flatiron building. Sponsored by Flatiron/23rd Street Partnership Business Improvement District. Every Sunday, 11 am – 12:30 pm. Free. Meet in front of the William Seward statue on the southwest corner of Madison Square Park, at 23rd St. and Broadway.

Chelsea Now ListingsListings are free and accepted until two weeks before the event is to be published. In order to be considered for inclusion, please mail complete information to Sandra Larriva at 145 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013-1548 or email Sandra@chelseanow.com. Use Listings as the subject line. Questions, call 646-452-2505.