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The Fools & Kings Project in collaboration with Riverbank State Park opens its free outdoor production of The Tempest on Saturday, September 10th at the Riverbank State Park Amphitheatre at 4:30pm (entrance at W. 145th and Riverside Drive). This marks the second production of the company’s third season of outdoor Shakespeare.

The production, directed by Melissa Meli, melds Shakespeare’s text with original live music (composed and performed by Mike Handelman) and devised movement (by Lisa LaGrande) to create magic in a production without lights, sets, or special effects.

The production team is rounded out by Liza Penney (Stage Manager), Callan Suozzi-Rearic & Conor Mullen (Co-Fight Directors), and Shann Smith (Production Intern). The Tempest features Jonathan Dauermann (Prospero), Cameron Clarke (Antonio), Kyle Duke (Caliban), Michael Hagins (Alonso), Jeremy Kotler (Ferdinand), Tristan Miller (Gonzalo), Tyler Riley (Sebastian), Zoey J. Rutherford (Miranda), Derek Spaldo (Trinculo), Rachel Weekley (Stephano), and Vanessa Wendt (Ariel), with Jeremy Sapadin (Ferdinand alternate, September 16th and 17th performances).

Performances at Riverbank State Park are Saturdays and Sundays, September 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 24th, and 25th, all at 4:30pm. The production will also be performed at Summit Rock in Central Park (enter at W. 81st Street and Central Park West) on Friday, September 16th at 5:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday, October 1st and 2nd at 4:30pm.

The Fools & Kings Project is dedicated to bringing accessible, engaging theatre to New York City and its surrounding areas, with an emphasis on Shakespeare and other classical texts. Simple yet compelling design, combined with a fast-paced, high-stakes approach creates powerful, enticing productions which attract the expert and novice alike. Co-founded by Melissa Meli (Artistic Director) and Vanessa Wendt (Managing Director). www.thefoolsandkingsproject.com

Celebrate Halloween with a night  full of karaoke and fun! Join Union Hall and the Occasionalists for their Rocky Horror Show Live Karaoke.

Advance signup strongly recommended before all slots are taken! Email occasionalists@gmail.com and visit the facebook page!

The Occasionalists will play the whole soundtrack through at 8pm, break and then do it again at 10pm!

The Occasionalists

The Occasionalists: John Allgood, John Marshall, Barry Stelboum and Mark Vincent.
Four local guys playing loose, spontaneous rock-n-roll of all genres with a twist — the lead vocals are outsourced to the audience. Live karaoke – sometimes epic, often unpredictable, always entertaining!

Harlem’s extraordinary live music series ushers in the fall season at Harlem Nights on Friday, September 30th, with special performances by emerging Latin R&B sensation from Queens, Kelby, the sultry Afro-Latin, Pop/Soul singer/songwriter and model from The Bronx, Isa, and American Idol competitor Kola Rai. 

This show is FREE w/ RSVP: http://goo.gl/ltaJQz
Space is limited, and admittance is on a first come, first served basis, so early arrival is suggested.

Hosted by afrobeats/hip hop maestro Ayoinmotion, Uptown Soul Lounge has made its name for bridging the gap between generations, blurring lines in the soul spectrum, and forging Harlem’s new hotbed for remarkable emerging talent in soul from around the world. 

Don’t miss out on this amazing experience!

MORE ABOUT KELBY:
On the heels of his stellar opening performance for Rotimi (of the sensational STARZ TV series, ‘Power’) at SOB’s, Kelby brings his blend of contemporary R&B with Latin roots to the Harlem Nights stage in support of his recent summer release ‘You’re Welcome.’ Featuring production by Grammy-nominated producers K-Quick and SamTrax, the eight-track EP is laced with a combination of sutlry bedroom jams and urban pop.

More from Kelby:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/urbankelz
IG: https://www.instagram.com/urbankelz/
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kelbymusicpage
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqBqV_6tTLcRG2W6cXn403g

MORE ABOUT ISA:
The granddaughter of famed Cuban vocalist and actress Isaura Mendoza, Isa (born Isa Marina Lopez) is an extraordinarily talented Bronx-born singer, songwriter, and model who has earned rightful comparisons to Alicia Keys, Selena, and Aaliyah. Isa’s music is reflective of her multi-faceted personality, soulful roots, edgy exterior, and overpowering vocal ability (she’s a trained Dramatic Soprano with a range spanning from D3 to D6).

Inspired by the legendary Maria Callas’ performance in Puccini’s Tosca, Isa, at the age of 14, enrolled at The Marianela Sanchez School of Music in the Dominican Republic, where she was classically trained and mentored by celebrated Lyric Soprano, Marianela Sanchez.

Her debut EP Montage takes on contemporary pop music. After graduating college Isa joined forces with a local production team for the hit “Higher.” Now training with New York Vocal Coaching director David McCall, Isa is prepping the release of her sophomore project ‘Mirrors’ Volume I.

More From Isa:
Website: www.isthatisa.com
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/isthatIsa
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/isthatisa

MORE ABOUT KOLA RAI:
Taking a page from the greats such as Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, and Tina Turner, Kola Rai exudes mounds of emotion with her vocal range, and stirring blend of soulful pop, hip hop and r&b. The multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, and dnacer was an American Idol finalist and has swept talent competitions across the Tri-State area, leaving fervent standing ovations in the wake of her performances.

More From Kola Rai:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kolaraimusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KoLaRai 
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/ent315
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgMCCciQ03P3ljxJu3BOMPg