Thursday, October 26, 2006
The C+CC holds “Our World: Chronicling the Cycle of Love and Life with an Animal Companion,” a work created by Sylvia Aronson. The opening reception starts at 5:30 pm and ends at 7:30 pm. Admission is free.
Northern Lights features Lez Zeppelin and Sirsy at 7 pm. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $12 on the day of the show.
WAMC hosts bass player Harvie S. for a performance at the Linda Norris Auditorium. Tickets cost $22 in advance or $25 at the door. The concert begins at 8 pm.
Friday, October 27, 2006
The RPI Card Players Club presents a Texas Hold ’em tournament benefiting a number of charity organizations. Registration starts at 5:30 pm and the tournament begins at 6 pm in the McNeil Room. Registration costs $10. First place will receive a $150 gift certificate to Best Buy, second place a $100 gift card, and third place a $50 gift card. Early registrations are accepted at http://cpc.union.rpi.edu/.
Forman, I.M.I., and Adam Foster perform at Northern Lights at 7 pm. Tickets cost $5 in advance or $8 on the day of the show.
Cantores Minores visits Troy Savings Bank Music Hall to perform timeless choral classics. Cantores Minores is a highly acclaimed Finnish boys’ choir touring the Eastern United States during the month of October. The concert begins at 8 pm. Tickets cost $25 or $29.
The Egg sponsors a performance by [bjm_danse] at 8 pm. Formerly known as Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal, the dance group mixes modern dance style with elements of jazz and avant-garde. Tickets cost $12 for children, $20 for seniors, or $24 for adults.
EMPAC hosts a collaborative performance between visual artist Leah Singer and singer Lee Ranaldo. Ranaldo uses his guitar, poetry, and soundscapes to enhance Singer’s manipulation of her films. The concert will take place in the Heffner Alumni House at 8:30 pm. Admission is free.
Saturday, October 28, 2006
Northern Lights holds Hardcore Halloween Bash, Merauder, Brick by Brick, Hold it Down, Hangmen, and Terrafirmer at 7 pm. Tickets cost $10.
Ground Zero sponsors a Halloween Open Mic Night at 8 pm in the Nugent Hall Basement. Admission is free, but a costume is required in order to perform.
Guitarist Greg Carmichael leads his jazz ensemble, Acoustic Alchemy, for a concert at The Egg. Tickets cost $24. The concert begins at 8 pm.
Troy Savings Bank Music Hall welcomes singer Meashe Bruggergosman for a performance at 8 pm. Tickets cost $20 for students, and $25 or $28 for adults.
The Palace Theatre presents The Fab Faux, a band that tags itself as being “The Greatest Beatles Cover Band.” The musicians consist of Will Lee, Jimmy Vivino, Rich Pagano, Jack Petruzzelli, and Frank Agnello. Ticket prices range from $38.50 to $68.50. The concert begins at 8 pm.
Sunday, October 29, 2006
The Empire State Plaza celebrates the 35th Annual Festival of Nations from noon to 5 pm. The event includes a parade of nations, native costumes, ethnic foods, music, and more. Tickets cost $1 for children ages three to 12 or $4 for those over 12. Children under three are admitted for free.
Proctor’s Theatre features The Music of Genesis: “Selling England by the Pound,” a concert that recreates the Peter Gabriel era. Tickets are sold for $25, $30, or $40. The concert begins at 7:30 pm.
The Egg presents comedian Demetri Martin in “These are Jokes.” The show begins at 8 pm and tickets cost $25.25.
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Proctor’s Theatre holds organ concerts featuring performer Ned Spain and some creepy guests at noon. The concert is free.
Wednesday, November 1, 2006
Bo Diddley celebrates his 50th year of the blues, along with Alvin Youngblood Hart and Ruthie Foster by performing at Proctor’s at 8 pm. Ticket prices are $19.75, $25.75, $32.75, or $39.75. There is a $10 discount off the regular price for those 17 years old and under.
