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LOBSTER ALICE
What happens when an uninspired artist meets Salvador Deli; Playwrights Horizons at the Wilder Theater, 416 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 279-4200; call for times, $37.50 [opens 1/9, through 1/23].
Just Opened
ANOTHER AMERICAN: ASKING & TELLING
The New Group & David Marshall Grant explores military's issues with gays & lesbians; Playhouse at St. Clement's, 423 W. 46th St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 279-4200; Tues. 8, $20-$35 [through 1/30].
ADAM BAUM & THE JEW MOVIE
Comedy about a Jewish movie tycoon who hires a screenwriter to write an anti-Semitism movie about America; McGinn/Cazale Theater, 2162 B'way (betw. 76th & 77th Sts.), 279-4200; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. at 2, Sun. at 5, $30 [through 1/2].
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Adaptation of Charles Dickens' story; Thirteenth St. Rep, 50 W. 13th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 675-6677; Fri. & Sat. at 7, Sat. at 3, $10, $7 child. [through 1/22].
THE CONGO GUERRILLA FOREST
Susana Cook (known for Rats) directs new play inspired by Bronz Zoo exhibit that's sure to contain "amazing facts from the bush of revelations;" W.O.W. Cafe, 59 E. 4th St. (betw. Bowery & 2nd Ave.), 777-4280; Weds. & Thurs. at 9, $10 [through 12/30].
DARIO D'AMBROSI'S PATHOLOGICAL THEATER FESTIVAL
Dario D'Ambrosi's retrospective celebrates 20 years at La MaMa with performances of "All Are Not Here," "The Prince of Madness" & "Frustration;" La MaMa E.T.C., 74A E. 4th St. (betw. 2nd Ave. & Bowery), 475-7710; Weds., Thurs., Sat. & Sun. at 7:30, mat. Sun. at 3, $12 [through 1/16].
DIE FLEDERMAUS
Johann Strauss II's comical operetta presented in English; Amato Opera, 319 Bowery (betw. 2nd & 3rd Sts.), 228-8200; Fri. at 7, Sun. at 2:30, $25, $20 s.c./child [through 1/9].
DIRTY BLONDE
Claudia Shear stars in production she wrote about "a gal, a guy & Mae West;" New York Theater Workshop, 79 E. 4th St. (betw. 2nd Ave. & Bowery), 460-5475; Weds.-Sun. & Tues. at 8, mats. Sat & Sun. at 3, $45, $28 s.c., $12 st.
the ELEPHANT MAN
Musical traces life of one man's journey from side-show freak to Broadway star; Rose's Turn, 55 Grove St. (7th Ave. S.), 875-7785; Mon. at 9, $7 & 2 drink min.
ELSA EDGAR
New York debut of Bob Kingdom's public relations story about a known "big mouth" & an FBI director; Primary Stages, 354 W. 45th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 333-4052; Weds. & Thurs. at 2 & 8, Sat. at 8, Sun. at 2 & 7, Mon. & Tues. at 8, $35 [through 1/16].
EXTREME GIRL
Barbara Blackburn takes on multiple personalities to convey messages about beauty, love & society's expectations of women, with most monologues transcribing the "good girl gone bad" scenario?dominatrix, sex toys, etc.; Currican Theater, 154 W. 29th St. (betw 6th & 7th Aves.), 726-8800; Weds.-Sat. at 8, $15 [through 2/27].
FLESH & BLOOD
Play explores sexual boundaries when a gay film tycoon is murdered & his body is no where to be found; Sanford Meisner Theater, 164 11th Ave. (betw. 22nd & 23rd Sts.), 206-1764; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $15 [through 1/2].
THE FLYING FRUIT FLY CIRCUS
Acrobats, jugglers & trapeze artists ages 10-18 take over the New Victory Theater, 209 W. 42nd St. (B'way), 239-6200; Weds.-Sun., call for times, $10-$35 [through 1/2].
GOD OF VENGEANCE
Sholom Asch's 1932 controversial play about a Jewish male Madame who attempts to marry his daughter off; Show World, 671 8th Ave. (betw. 42nd & 43rd Sts.,), 269-4849; Weds., Thurs. & Sat. at 8, Sun. at 2 & 7:30, $15 [through 1/2].
hamlet
Andrei Serban directs Shakespeare's classic, part of Shakespeare Festival at Joseph Papp Public Theater, 425 Lafayette St. (Astor Pl.), 239-6200; call for times, $45 [through 1/2].
THE IDIOT
Russian director Anatole Fourmantchouk revamps Dostoyevsky's classic; Theater for the New City, 155 1st Ave. (10th St.), 307-4100; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 2 & 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $45.
IF MEMORY SERVES
Dark comedy exploits the entertainment industry; Promenade Theater, 2162 B'way (76th St.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sun. at 3, $47.50 & $49.50.
INAPPROPRIATE
A look inside the minds & hearts of teenager's, adapted from stories written by DeSisto school graduates; Theater Row Theater, 424 W. 42nd St. (betw 9th & 10th Aves.), 279-4200; Weds., Thurs. & Sat. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7, $30-$40 [through 1/15].
JOLSON & CO.
James Morgan directs musical play about entertainer at Theater at St. Peter's Church, 619 Lexington Ave. (54th St.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat. at 8, mat. Weds. & Sat. at 2:30, Sun. at 3, $40-$45 [through 1/2].
MAYBE BABY, IT'S YOU
Bachelor #540 please step forward?comedy about finding the man of your dreams moves to Soho Playhouse, 15 Vandam St. (betw. 6th Ave. & Varick St.), 239-6200; Weds. at 3 & 8, Thurs. at 8, Fri. at 8 & 10:15 ($100), Sat. at 9, mat. Sun. at 3, $37.50-$47.50.
MIDNIGHT BRAIN REVIVAL
Inverse Theater's satirical look at millennium madness; Kraine Theater, 85 E. 4th St. (betw. 2nd Ave. & Bowery), 501-4528; Weds.-Fri. at 7:30, $12 [through 12/31].
MISHKIN'S PARADISE
Fred Feldman's new production about a Jewish immigrant struggling to obtain "the American dream;" St. Clement's Church, 423 W. 46th St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 246-7277; Weds., Thurs., Sun. & Mon. at 8, mat. Sun. at 2, $12, $6 st. or free with canned food [through 1/3].
OUR SINATRA
Celebration of Hoboken's favorite ole blue eyes; Blue Angel Theater, 323 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Sts.), 239-6200; Weds., Thurs., Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Fri. at 7 ($75-$100), Sun. at 7:30, mats. Weds. & Sun. at 2:30, $50-$80.
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, PRINCESS IDA
Music theater, Frank Gorshin impersonates King Gama & a battle of the sexes; Symphony Space, 2537 B'way (95th St.), 864-5400; call for times, $31-$46.
QUIEN MATO A HECTOR LAVOE?
Considering the popularity of Latin music, it's no wonder this musical play (Who Killed Hector Lavoe?) pays tribute to the singer known as "El Cantante" (a.k.a Hector Lavoe); 47th St. Theater, 304 W. 47th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 239-6200; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 7 & 10, mat. Sun. at 3 & 7:30, $35-$50.
SCOTT & ZELDA
Musical about a blustery marriage; Wings Theater, 154 Christopher St. (betw. Greenwich & Washington Sts.), 627-2961; Sun. at 3:30, $17.50 [through 1/29].
THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS
World premiere of Jonathan Polgar's comedy of separated lovers, both of whom Truffaldino serves without the aforementioned knowledge nor the fact that one of the masters is a female; Bouwerie Lane Theater, 330 Bowery (Bond St.), 677-0060; call for times, $30, $24 s.c., $15 st. [through 2/24].
SEX
Revival of Mae West's controversial 1926 play with music by the Sex Mob; Gershwin Hotel, 7 E. 27th St. (betw. 5th & Madison Aves.), 429-8122; call for times, $12 [through 1/16].
STILL ON THE CORNER
Musical explores Manhattan's upper west side & the homeless sharing their streets; Castillo Theater, 500 Greenwich St. (betw. Spring & Canal Sts.), 941-1234; call for times, $30 [through 1/16].
SWING
Musical & dance celebration feat. vocalist Ann Hampton Callaway; St. James Theater, 246 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds. at 2 & 8, Thurs. at 2, Sat. at 8, Sun. at 2, $20-$75 [through 1/2].
TEACHING SHAKESPEARE
Keir Cutler's mockery of a college professor; American Theatre of Actors, 314 W. 54th St., (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 279-4200; Weds., Thurs., Mon. & Tues. at 8, $10 [through 1/2].
THEATER OF LIGHT
Rudi Stern, best known for his work with The Doors & Timothy Leary gives first light show in 30 years. Production combines hand-painted images with light projections & new age/dreamlike music; the Flea, 41 White St. (betw. Church St. & B'way), 800-965-4827; Thurs. & Sun. at 8, Fri. & Sat. at 8 & 10, $25 [through 1/7].
TRUE HISTORY & REAL ADVENTURES
Scottish woman leads teenagers across the US & to the World's Fair to find the real Calamity Jane; Vineyard Theater, 108 E. 15th St. (Irving Pl.), 353-3874; Weds. & Thurs. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 8, $30 [through 1/2].
WAITING IN THE WINGS
Noel Coward's production about a retirement home for women actresses; Walter Kerr Theater, 219 W. 48th St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Sat. at 2 & Sun. at 3, $25-$70.
Continuing
THE BOOM-ITTY OF ERRORS
Hiphop rendition of Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors; 45 Bleecker, 45 Bleecker St. (Lafayette St.), 307-4100 or www.bomb-itty.com; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 5 & 9, Sun. at 3 & 7, $20-$35.
the countess
Drama based on true story, scandal that rocked Victorian England; Samuel Beckett Theater, 410 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 594-2826; Weds. & Thurs. at 2:30 & 8, $45, $35 st./s.c.
DAME EDNA: THE ROYAL TOUR
Barry Humphires' dolls himself up to portray a housewife, British royalty advisor & whatever else he dreams up; Booth Theater, 222 W. 45th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds. & Sat. at 2 & 8, Thurs. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3, $45-$65.
DE LA GUARDA
Argentine theater group infuses theater with rock, dance, aerial contortionism & carnival elements in long-running smash Villa Villa; Daryl Roth Theater, 20 Union Sq. East (15th St.), 239-6200; Weds., Thurs. & Tues. at 8, Fri. & Sat. at 7 & 10, Sun. at 7, $40-$45.
THE DONKEY SHOW
"A Midsummer Night's disco" at El Flamingo 547 W. 21st St. (betw. 10th & 11th Aves.), 307-4100 or 971-1016 or www.thedonkeyshow.com; Thurs. & Sun. at 8, Fri. & Sat. at 8 & 10:30, $25.
THE EXACT CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE
Small Southern town is put in an uproar when son doesn't comply with mother's expectations; the Century Theater, 111 E. 15th St. (betw. Irving Pl. & Park Ave. S.), 239-6200; call for times, $45.
FINNEGAN'S FAREWELL
Finnegan's will orders his family to throw a stalwart Irish party?interactive comedy in repertory with Late Nite Catechism & Tony N' Tina's Wedding; St. Luke's Church, 308 W. 46th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 279-4200; Weds. at 7, mat. Sat. at 2, $59.
FULLY COMMITTED
Becky Mode's humorous look inside one of Manhattan's trendiest restaurant opens off-Broadway starring Mark Setlock from Rent; Cherry Lane Theater, 38 Commerce St. (Bleecker St.), 239-6200; Weds. & Sun. at 3 & 8, Thurs., Mon. & Tues. at 8, $45.
IT AIN'T NOTHING BUT THE BLUES
Musical theater piece about the rhythms & history that gave birth to the Blues; Ambassador Theater, 219 W. 49th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $35-$75 [through 1/9].
JAMES JOYCE'S THE DEAD
Musical based on Joyce's short opens on Broadway at the Belasco Theater, 111 W. 44th St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 239-6200; Weds. & Thurs at 2 & 8, Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $25-$75 [through 2/20].
KAT & THE KINGS
Musical presented rock 'n' royal style; Cort Theater, 138 W. 48th St. (betw. 6th Ave. & B'way), 239-6200; Weds. at 2 & 8, Thurs., Sat. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $35-$75 [through 1/2].
LATE NIGHT CATECHISM
Interactive comedy written by Vicki Quade & Maripat Donovan; St. Luke's Church, 308 W. 46th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 239-6200; Fri. & Sat. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 3, $40.
LINE
Play by Israel Horovitz now in its 25th year; Thirteenth St. Rep, 50 W. 13th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 675-6677; Weds. & Thurs. at 7, Fri. & Sat. at 9:30, $12.50, $8 st./s.c.
NAKED BOYS SINGING
Musical revue celebrates "being in your birthday suit"?eight naked men & 16 tunes; The Actors' Playhouse, 100 7th Ave. (betw. Grove & Bleecker Sts.), 463-0060; Weds., Thurs. & Mon. at 8, Sat. at 7 & 10, Sun. at 3 & 8, $45-$65.
NOW HEAR THIS
Kathy Buckley's tales about being an American hearing-impaired comedienne; Lambs Theater, 130 W. 44th St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2:30, $25-$45.
OVER THE RIVER & THROUGH THE WOODS
Young man's indecision about his future sparks unsolicited advice & meddling from four Italian-American grandparents; John Housman Theater, 450 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 239-6200; Weds. at 2:30 & 8, Thurs., Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, $47.50.
THE PASSION OF FRIDA KAHLO
Actress Priscilla Lopez plays celebrated Mexican painter, Frida Kahlo, play formerly known as Goodbye My Friduchita; ArcLight Theater, 152 W. 71st St. (betw. Columbus & Amsterdam Aves.), 307-4100; Weds.-Sun., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sat. at 3, $45.
THE PRICE
Arthur Miller's play about brothers reuniting to sort through deceased father's belongings; Royale Theater, 242 W. 45th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 353-0303; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $25-$65.
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
Musical inspired by Robert Stigwood's 1977 film; Minskoff Theater, 1515 B'way (45th St.), 307-4100; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 2 & 8, Sun. at 2 & 7:30, $30-$80.
SUMMER '69
Production reopens at new theater. Comical musical explores historical events such as Woodstock, Vietnam War & landing on the moon. Live rock 'n' roll band accompaniment performs music by Janis Joplin, Jerry Garcia, Bob Dylan & the like; Douglas Fairbanks Theater, 432 W. 42nd St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Sat. at 2 & Sun. at 3, $19.69-$49.50.
TANGO ARGENTINO
80s musical that started tango craze in America has limited run at Gershwin Theater, 222 W. 51st St. (betw. B'way & 7th Ave.), 307-4757; Weds. & Sat. at 2 & 8, Thurs. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, $25-$75 [through 1/2].
THWAK
The Umblical Brothers' production of vaudeville, physical comedy, performance art; Minetta Lane Theater, 18 Minetta Ln. (6th Ave.), 307-4100; Weds., Thurs. & Tues. at 8, Fri. at 7 ($60), Sat. at 7, mat. Sun. at 3, $15-$45 [through 1/2].
UNCLE JACK
Play based on Chekhov's Uncle Vanya, set in rural hills of West Virginia; Tribeca Playhouse, 111 Reade St. (betw. W. B'way & Hudson St.), 604-4195; Thurs.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $15-$35.
THE WEIR
Conor McPherson's Olivier-winning story of a woman on a journey of self-discovery in countryside pub; Walter Kerr Theater, 218 W. 48th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds. at 2 & 8, Thurs. & Sat. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $60 [through 1/2].
Y2K, YOU'RE OK
Satiric review of history from past 1000 years?Middle East crisis to Jerry Springer Show; Chicago City Limits Theater, 1105 1st Ave. (61st St.), 888-LAFF; Weds. & Thurs. at 8:30, Fri. & Sat. at 8 & 10:30, $20 [through 12/31].
Long Runs
ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
Annie returns to the Marquis Theater, 1535 B'way (46th St.), 307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $35-$75.
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
Palace Theater, 1564 B'way (47th St.), 307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 1 & 6:30, $22.50-$80.
CABARET
The Roundabout Theater's production of Kander & Ebb's classic; Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St. (betw. B'way & 7th Ave.), 239-6200, Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 2, $45-$90.
CATS
Winter Garden Theater, 1634 B'way (50th St.), 239-6200; Weds., Fri. Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $40-$75.
CHICAGO
Concert version of 1975 musical starring Sandy Duncan; Schubert Theater, 225 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 2, $20-$75.
THE FANTASTICKS
Longest-running musical; Sullivan St. Theater, 181 Sullivan St. (betw. Bleecker & Houston Sts.), 674-3838; Weds.-Fri. & Tues. at 8, Sat. at 3 & 7, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, $36.50-$39.
FOOTLOOSE
Adaptation of 1984 film about small town that tries to outlaw dancing; Richard Rodgers Theater, 226 W. 46th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 307-4100; Weds.-Sat., mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $25-$80.
FOSSE
Musical celebration of choreographer's oeuvre; Broadhurst Theater, 235 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat., & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $65-$80.
HEDWIG & THE ANGRY ITCH
A rock 'n' roll glam-punk musical inspired by Plato's Symposium; Jane Street Theater at the Hotel Riverview Ballroom, 113 Jane St. (West Side Hwy.), 239-6200 or www.hedwig.com; Weds. & Mon. at 8, Fri. at 8 & 11, Sat. at 7 & 10, Sun. at 7, $19.99-$49.50.
I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE!
Musical revue looks at "Hopeful Heterosexuals;" Westside Theater, 407 W. 43rd St. (9th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds. & Sat. at 2:30 & 8, Thurs., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, $49.50-$52.50.
JEKYLL & HYDE
Musical by Frank Wildhorn & Leslie Bricusse; Plymouth Theater, 236 W. 45th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $45-$80.
LES MISERABLES
Imperial Theater, 249 W. 45th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds. at 2 & 8, Thurs. at 2, Sat. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3, $20-$80.
THE LION KING
New Amsterdam Theater, 214 W. 42nd St. (B'way), 307-4100; Weds.-Sat. at 8, Sun. at 6:30, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, $25-$85.
MISS SAIGON
B'way Theater, 1681 B'way (53rd St.), 239-6200; Weds. at 2 & 8, Thurs. at 2, Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 3, $20-$80.
PERFECT CRIME
Long-running murder mystery; Duffy Theater, 1553 B'way (46th St.), 695-3401; Thurs.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2, Sun. at 3, $35.
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Majestic Theater, 247 W. 44th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Weds. at 2 & 8, Thurs. at 2, Sat. & Mon. at 8, Sun. at 3, $20-$80.
RAGTIME
Ford Center for the Performing Arts, 214 W. 43rd St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 307-4100; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. at 8, mats. Weds. & Sat. at 2 & Sun. at 3, $31-$81.
RENT
An East Village La Boheme; Nederlander Theater, 208 w. 41st St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 307-4100; Thurs.-Sat., Mon. & Tues. at 8, Sun. at 7, mats. Sat. & Sun. at 2, $35-$80.
SECRETS EVERY SMART TRAVELER SHOULD KNOW
Airline humor & travel gags at the Ibis Theater, 321 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 799-4599; Weds.-Sat. & Mon. at 8, Sun. at 3 & 7:30, mat. Weds. at 2:30, $50-$55.
THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL
Production about the French Revolution; Neil Simon Theater, 250 W. 52nd St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 307-4100; Weds. at 2 & 8, Thurs. at 2, Sat. & Tues. at 8, mat. Sun. at 3, $45-$80.
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
Broadway musical based on songs of Leiber & Stoller, Rick Springfield joins the cast from 10/19-10/31; Virginia Theater, 245 W. 52nd St. (B'way), 239-6200; Weds. & Tues. at 2 & 8, Thurs., Sat. & Mon. at 8, Sun. at 2 & 7:30, $30-$80 [through 1/16].
TONY & TINA'S WEDDING
Same interactive musical theater, now in its 12th year of production; St. Luke's Church, 308 W. 46th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), reception at Vinnie Black's Vegas Room, Hotel Edison, 221 W. 46th St. (betw. B'way & 8th Ave.), 239-6200; Thurs.-Sat. at 7, mat. Sun. at 2, $65-$75.