Rahi, a word meaning “traveler,” is the name of an upscale Indian restaurant that opened two weeks ago in the West Village. Its menu adapts…
A Streepshow, a Neutral Milk Hotelier, and More Performance Picks
THURSDAY Inside Out Upside Down Thursday, June 1 at C’mon Everybody, 8 pm: FREE Movement Research shows typically happen in places formally designated for performance,…
New Law Would Crack Down on Tenant Harassment, Put Slumlords in Jail
Renters, rejoice! A new bill meant to hold New York landlords criminally accountable for harassing tenants was introduced today by Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. It’s…
Rikers As Seen By A Former C.O., Superstar Creators, and More Art Openings
Behind These Prison Walls Opening Monday, May 22 at The Living Gallery, 7 pm to 9 pm. One night only. This one-night-only exhibition will be…
50 Years Ago: The Summer of Love Brings Pot, Protests and Psychedelic Rock to the East Village
“As the hour grew late and working people around Tompkins Square Park began turning out the lights on Memorial Day 1967, police asked several hundred…
Light-Soaked Galleries, Meditative Street Ads, and More Art Exhibitions
Subtext II: Meditations Opening Wednesday, May 17 at Foley Gallery, 6 pm to 8 pm. On view through June 25. I would remark on the…
Four Shows: Syrian Wedding Singer’s Wartime Serenades, Punk is (Sorta) Dead, and Cat Power (No, Really)
Vulture Fest: Cat Power, Frankie Cosmos Saturday May 20, 7 pm at Webster Hall: $40 to $45 This one’s at the top of our list…
Alleyway Objects, Tech Art Galore, and More Visual Treats Opening This Week
Foofaraw & Spleen Opening Wednesday, May 10 at The Lodge Gallery, 7 pm to 9 pm. On view through June 11. This exhibition brings together…
LES Landlord Sami Mahfar Settles Tenant Harassment Case
The State Attorney General has reached a settlement with Sassan “Sami” Mahfar, the embattled landlord accused of illegally harassing tenants of his Lower East Side…
Computers Writing Poetry, Eugene O’Neill + A Light Meal, and More Performances To Gaze Upon
WEDNESDAY Mourning Becomes Electra April 26-May 20 at Abrons Arts Center, various times: $45-75 If short n’ sweet shows are your preferred method of entertainment,…