By Roger Costa
@NJPAC
A vibrant sonic celebration of rhythm and beats, DRUMLINE Live is coming to Newark’s NJPAC (1 Center Street) on Sunday, February 8th at 7pm. A crowd-pleasing experience for the entire family, the Big Band/Marching style show, blends dance and energized arrangements, featuring renowned instrumentalists and delivering a contagiously cheerful act of entertainment. Under the artistic direction of founder Don P. Roberts, who among many accomplishments, has served as a main consultant and talents-trainer for the hit movie “Drumline”. Tickets start at $47. INFO: https://www.njpac.org/event/drumline-live/
@Film at Lincoln Center
Winner of 2 Golden Globes including Best Actor Drama and Best Non-English Film, and poised for Oscar glory, Kleber Mendonca Filho’s “The Secret Agent” continues its successful theatrical run at the elegant, built-in café, 3-theater institution Film at Lincoln Center, located at both 144 and 165 on West 65th Street (Subway 1). Anchored by an outstanding performance by Bahia-born versatile actor Wagner Moura, the film follows the journey of a mysterious man running away from political tension and a team of killers, while attempting to reunite with his son.
Set in the late 70’s during the peak of dictatorship in Recife, Brazil, it tracks political corruption, abuse of power, and comradeship with a fascinating and meticulously crafted nostalgic aesthetic, including the perfect cinematography and impeccable set designs. Its glorious visual aesthetic demands to be seen on the big screen, and the Walter Reade Theater at FLC seems the perfect fit for that. A NEON Release. Tickets $19. INFO: https://www.filmlinc.org/
@The Joyce Theater
The magnificent Flamenco diva Soledad Barrio and her superb group of singers and dancers return to The Joyce Theater, 175 Eighth Avenue @19th Street, for another set of thrilling and exuberant traditional Flamenco with a modern twist. One of the most celebrated Flamenco artists in the globe, Soledad Barrio has created the group Soledad Barrio & Noche Flamenco along with her husband, the director and choreographer Martin Santangelo. A collective celebration of the Flamenco spirit and traditions, as well as its undeniable influence in today’s modern scenario, the group will present “Irrationalities”, a new work inspired by Goya’s Human Follies. Performances are from Tuesday, January 27th through Sunday, February 8th. Tickets start at $17. INFO: https://www.joyce.org/performances/soledad-barrio-and-noche-flamenca-rg47
@MoMA
Final days to discover the unique world of artist Ruth Asawa as the Museum of Modern Arts, 11 West 53rd Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues, presents the extensive exhibition “Ruth Asawa: A Retrospective”. On view on the 6th floor, it’s a fascinating and dazzling compilation of large wire sculptures, bronze casts, paper folds, paintings, photography and documents. Featuring more than 300 objects, including home videos and interviews, it’s an accurate retrospective spanning her career and various artistry mediums. On view through February 7th. Tickets $30. Free for children up to 16 years old. Open daily till 5:30pm. Open till late on Weekends. INFO: https://www.moma.org/calendar/exhibitions/5768
@Miller Theatre
A phenomenal expertise and baroque violinist, Los Angeles-based Andrew McIntosh is among the best players of his generation. A Grammy-nominated violinist, violist, and composer, his style goes from historical performance practice of the Baroque era to improvisation, microtonal tuning systems, and the 20th-century avant-garde. Andrew McIntosh will grace the stage at Miller Theatre at Columbia University (2960 Broadway at 116th Street. Subway 1) on Thursday, February 5th at 7:30pm, as part of the annual Fall/Winter “Composer Portraits” series. Photo by Alex Welsh for Miller Theatre. Tickets start at $20. Half price for students with a valid ID. INFO: https://www.millertheatre.com/events/andrew-mcintosh
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